Why gym?

ThaHentaiConnoisseur · 2021-02-11T14:41:28+00:00

It's subjective. Do what you want to do. You don't like gym? Say no more. Find something you like and do it.

Personally, gym has helped me. Seeing strong male characters growing up inspired me to be like that and so I did.

ActOutside4853 · 2021-02-11T14:50:44+00:00

Its because most of the guys here are in the cities, so its like caged hampsters, running on the wheel, helps prevent neurosis.

People in the country have to do actual physical labor... they get exercise doing other things that benefit them.

I actually like swinging a pickhoe... get out in the cool mornings, and sculp some earth into an obvious improvement....

That path, ditch, or terrace will be there for generations.

Godot96 · 2021-02-11T15:44:42+00:00

Men Sano in corpore Sano

Plato was buff af, just so you know.

Furthermore, testosterone has one hell of an effect on psyche, and it's very benefits more often than not

averagedude4 · 2021-02-11T15:35:56+00:00

Going to the gym doesnt have to only mean lifting heavy weights. But every human should keep a high level of fitness doing what they enjoy. As long as something keeps you from sitting around you are doing alright.

Gari_305 · 2021-02-11T16:00:51+00:00

Why are 99% of advise on this subreddit about hitting the gym?

Because as men, you'll do two things in your life, "to Fuck" and "to Fight" in both cases you want the other fucker knocked out.

That's why the gym or working out is essential.

brianmcg321 · 2021-02-11T15:18:25+00:00

Federer and Schumacher hit the gym.

http://tennisinstruction.com/roger-federer-training/

https://gulfnews.com/sport/motorsport/tough-training-routine-keeps-michael-schumacher-fit-1.593966

What’s your excuse now?

ThePrimalDragon · 2021-02-11T15:03:16+00:00

I guess it's about getting in shape to build up your confidence. Most sports like tennis, curling and stuff do not build your physique as good as hitting the gym does. But if your confidence is alright, then just find a sport that suits you to stay healthy and have fun, by all means.

Sans_Senpai · 2021-02-11T15:04:02+00:00

It’s because “Men go their own way.” Living life outside of women’s toxic feminism or anyone’s approval. We only say to hit the gym as a hobby to make yourself feel good about yourself and no one else but you. Your well-healthy being is better than to live miserably under a women’s dog leash and get fucked over throughout.

ElectricalCost0 · 2021-02-11T16:50:25+00:00

The gym doesn’t just shape your body up but also your mental, emotional and confidence levels. It goes far past a big chest and arms. Your attitude towards the world changes too.

I’ld been going to the gym for 6-8 years and knew I was bigger but thought little of it as the day-to-day changes are pretty small. I was at a restaurant and overheard a woman mention to her husband how large my arms were. I was pretty surprised as I did’t think they were that large. It did bolster my confidence. If anything, go to the gym to improve your outlook on life. It’s very much worth it.

2021-02-11T17:03:18+00:00

All that matters is that you stay physically active and keep your body fit

ChadLadPronouns · 2021-02-12T00:20:28+00:00

There is more to it than generic advice to improve health.

It improves the cardiovascular health and insulin sensitivity - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1402378/

It causes your brain to grow. Yes really. And increases plasticity. - https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/how-exercise-affects-your brain/#:~:text=Exercise%20also%20promotes%20brain%20plasticity,to%20grow%20new%20neuronal%20connections.

Men who are or become strong develope more independence and less reliance on others and the government. - https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/men-gym-visit-more-socioeconomic-equality-believe-class-research-brunel-university-a7752741.html

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181010105602.htm

https://www.vice.com/en/article/j5e3z7/gym-bros-more-likely-to-be-right-wing-assholes-science-confirms

Muscular men also slay more thots. Not that that matters for those of us in here - https://medicalxpress.com/news/2007-07-weights-resesarch-muscular-men-partners.html#:~:text=Men%20who%20are%20more%20muscular,Personality%20and%20Social%20Psychology%20Bulletin.

People, men and women, have a subconscious drive to defer to larger and stronger men. Stronger men are viewed as being more capable (even if that isn't objectively true under the particular circumstance) - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3383914/

f3wl · 2021-02-12T03:10:02+00:00

Keeping your body in decent shape staves off the effects of aging. Low level strength training also helps prevent injury. I swear it also improves mental acuity.

BjorkIsAWarCrime · 2021-02-11T17:10:21+00:00

Because the human body is designed to live 14-24 years. After that, you are increasingly locked inside of a decaying shell, and your body and mind both suffer. Prevent that.

nigelh · 2021-02-11T18:34:01+00:00

There are just a lot of gym enthusiasts here.
If hitting the gym is part what you want in your life go for it.
I'll admit it isn't mine.

Perhaps I should say you should get a motorbike.
But that's just my enthusiasm, it might leave you totally cold.

Vig199 · 2021-02-12T02:15:57+00:00

Any sort of physical activity is great overall. Just do something active that you enjoy. I personally don't enjoy the gym but it's great for confidence so I lift

Adawk91 · 2021-02-12T02:26:59+00:00

the message is really to set a self improvement goal and start to work towards it

KittyCollector · 2021-02-12T05:11:37+00:00

Because it connects you with your body and the physical world as opposed to the digital. It shows you cause and effect and teaches the principles of gradual improvement. It occupies your time. It makes you more masculine, more attractive, and stronger.

MakeWomenGreatAgain · 2021-02-11T15:00:26+00:00

Hitting the gym is the lowest common denominator for all men to build their health, confidence and mental state of mind. Everyone here is an advocate for going to the gym because its about the only thing that make you feel good and there are literally no negatives to doing it, and a mountain of positives for being consistent at it.

nameless2302 · 2021-02-11T17:07:59+00:00

The health benefits, such as getting physically fit and also, to prevent some stuff. (e.g if you don't exercise regularly, you will feel brain fog and fatigue easily.)

leanafro · 2021-02-11T17:32:43+00:00

Because I like seeing the numbers of my lifts progress :) The goal is to deadlift 300kg then I'll retire

IceCorrect · 2021-02-11T18:17:05+00:00

You can go to lift big weight fewer times to be bigger or lift less weight more times to look like Bruce Lee. Ppl who like work out and dont wont be big just train calisthenics, swimming or martial arts (just like you do). Gym is easy to see progres. I lift today 95 and next week 100 so thats progres Or some endurance training i done 1 more pull ups than week before.

Any phicial training is needed especialy in today when we sit a lot of time. After work out you recive more endorfins and increase your testosterone witch is essiential for men to be happy and stable.

TLDR - its not gym its abaut be active, hiking swimming, fighting you pick what best for you

Starshitlord · 2021-02-11T18:24:47+00:00

Gym helps you focus your mental and physical energy, say you had a bad falling out with some girl and you are depressed and maybe even having a slight panic attack when going near some places. You can sit and panic or do something about it. Gym let’s you put that energy towards something you can focus on and take your mind off problems. You improve yourself and help better focus your mind. If I lived in a rural area with no gym I would still go for long walks or hikes. Just do some sort of physical activity is the important part.

100PaperCutsToTheWab · 2021-02-11T19:13:59+00:00

Its about reaching your genetic potential.

Black_Jackel · 2021-02-11T19:57:10+00:00

For me at least the gym is a clearing of the mind, it also makes me feel better mental and physically. But honestly replace gym with anything you like doing. As long as ur happy with it

eewing99 · 2021-02-11T20:04:00+00:00

It’s about exercise, high body fat percentage is a statistical sign of low testosterone. Best way to lower body fat percentage is exercise & diet ( in my experience the exercise comes first and THEN the diet) so yeah, go out and exercise. Lift heavy shit (easiest place to go to is the gym)

Legs2big · 2021-02-11T20:43:23+00:00

There is some nuance to it. No one’s asking any man to compete but preserve their health. Men are for heavy lifting, and when we don’t use what we’re for, we tend to feel bad from the lack of testosterone secretion. It is the best bang for your buck in kinds of physical and mental health levels. Just be physically active overall and listen to your body. Being obese or scrawny is of no help either...

Organic_Principle772 · 2021-02-12T00:14:35+00:00

Believe me, virtually zero men are at risk to accidentally become body builders from their time in the gym. If you want to be good at any sport... Hell, if you don't want your back and neck to hurt from being a programmer.. you need to spend time doing decently hard physical activity. It helps in virtually all aspects of life.

Far_Butterfly3136 · 2021-02-12T00:15:24+00:00

One thing that really can't be understated is the positive mental effects that regular workouts can yield.

For me it literally staves off depression. It just has to do with the chemical release that occurs during rigorous training, makes you feel powerful and optimistic for the future.

That alone is worth it for me. Has nothing to do with how I look, or other people, or women. Just do it for me because it feels great.

Crusty_Dick · 2021-02-13T03:57:18+00:00

Because exercise or working out is probably the best way to boost your confidence and self esteem in all areas of your life. You'll feel really happy and good about yourself, who doesn't?

rayedward363 · 2021-02-13T23:40:22+00:00

I don't like the gym myself, but I do exercise. I think mainly it's because we let ourselves go, and when we don't like what we see in the mirror we feel worse. So exercise keeps you occupied, helps you become a better version of yourself, and so on and so forth.

Title	Why gym?
Author	introversaille
Upvotes	13
Comments	42
Date	February 11, 2021 2:30 PM UTC (5 years ago)
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