How much does a great body help in attracting females?

seduction-ModTeam · 2024-11-29T19:13:43+00:00

This post/comment has been removed because it violates Rule #5: The topic is too broad, has been covered a lot already, or involves the assumption overly limited by race, age, physical limitations/appearance, and/or other inborn external qualities.

Put in some reading & work before asking questions that have been addressed, like: * How do I approach? * How do I get a number? * How do I talk to girls at college? * How/When do I kiss a girl? * Does this really work?

As for the last one, it is an answered question. There have been many posts on physical limitations over the years, including this one. No need to re-ask it.

SecretComments · 2024-11-29T04:08:17+00:00

As someone who's gone this year from total skinny twink boy to somewhat toned with a real curve to my arms, I can honestly say, it's been massive. Even when I'm not looking or trying, sometimes girls just notice.

Sometimes now, because I'm excited about my transformation, I get a chance to sort of naturally flex or show off, or talk a little about it.....to girls that have known me a while. Who Knew Me as the scrawny fuck.

They're all surprised and excited. They know I worked hard to do this. I still don't have abs. I still have too much facial fat too. But even a relatively small overall change has significant effects if you're social, outgoing, and you pay attention.

burncushlikewood · 2024-11-29T02:43:34+00:00

It depends on the woman, just a heads up they've done studies and women are asked to estimate how much sex each man has, they also asked men to rate how formidable they thought each man was, the results of the study showed that the men were more accurate in determining how much sex the men were having over the women. Other studies also have shown that muscular men have twice as many partners, so the answer to your question is a lot, but women are more attracted to many other qualities other than physical appearance, and for long term relationships will choose the sensitive, good provider, over the muscle hunk

CrazyRepulsive8244 · 2024-11-29T02:27:06+00:00

FuturePhukBoi · 2024-11-29T03:29:00+00:00

Type in “Body Game Attraction” on YouTube and you’ll see answers.

Hell, if you want to see real women reactions to fit dudes, look for “Okan Serbes” and watch his YouTube shorts of him walking.

The reactions are evident. Women just love a fit guy. So hit the gym! It’ll set you apart.

OkResponsibility2470 · 2024-11-29T02:41:21+00:00

How much do you think a woman with a great body helps attract men? Do you think that woman would date a slightly overweight man? There’s your answer. There’s no solid % because it varies per person. Better looking women have higher standards

unbornbigfoot · 2024-11-29T03:19:44+00:00

Well I’m 6’2, 240lbs, and have visible abs. I’m not cut up by any means, will never have the best body in the gym, but my general shape is attractive.

This shows up in two ways.

I know how I look. I walk everywhere with a confidence which is largely due to that.

Women react to it constantly. Cashiers immediately perk up, smile, and will fidget - immediately going to brush back hair from their face, leaning in over counters, etc.

None of it matters if you’re awkward, but it gets your foot into every door, even those it probably shouldn’t,

ulfanius · 2024-11-29T02:57:33+00:00

Having a great body doesn’t play as much of a role in attraction as you’d think. What a great body really helps with though, is boosting your own self confidence which plays a larger role in attraction

Pxnytrill · 2024-11-29T03:59:41+00:00

I may be wrong but I like to see it more as a domino/ripple effect - having a great body whether through physical activity ( sports ) or gym is the start point. Maintaining that physique in most cases would require a clean diet of sort which ends up helping to attain clear skin , hair growth etc. Which then creates an overall good looking man. So I do like to believe having a nice body does help in the attraction phase.

appolonysian · 2024-11-29T05:02:48+00:00

Looking good can help you get more at-bats than you would otherwise, but don’t feel like you need to be a body builder to be attractive. The bar is lower than a lot of people think.

Something else a lot of people do is conflate appearance wirh reality, i.e.: “This guy is muscular/good looking and gets a lot of girls. Therefore, it’s the looks/muscles that are doing the attracting.”

In reality, it’s not the muscles/looks most of the time doing the attracting, but what the muscles/looks (often) bring to their possessor: inner peace and self assuredness (confidence).

PeterLamb87 · 2024-11-29T02:50:39+00:00

Having a handsome face: 100%

Being in good shape while having a handsome face 1000%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0avuIqeergQ&t=71s

comacove · 2024-11-29T03:04:10+00:00

it is the cover of your novel, for the most part.

porkgonzola · 2024-11-29T05:42:49+00:00

You dont have to be ripped to look good with your clothes on and that's how you'll be meeting women most of the time anyway, it's more important to try look like the kind of guy that attracts the type of women you're interested in.

I naturally have an inverted triangle torso with a large defined chest and a 6 pack but my arms are relatively small in comparison. I wear baggy clothes and have glasses so I look pretty average most of the time. But as soon as I have to take my shirt and glasses off for whatever reason, it's like night and day how people treat me, no one expects how fit I am.

I honestly like it that way, it naturally makes interactions more authentic I feel, when a woman is interested in me it feels more genuine than if I met her at the beach for example, but as soon as my top comes off it just seals the deal for her.

Set the bar low and exceed expectations when it's show time. Be like groundskeeper Willie.

g-unit2115 · 2024-11-29T07:22:54+00:00

Women like a guy who's already got girls.

Women work on social proof.

shroooomology · 2024-11-29T02:50:14+00:00

As a woman, I only consider dating guys who are athletic / gym goers. Don’t need to be shredded, or roided but as long as you take care of yourself & health

Dickasaurus_Rex_ · 2024-11-29T04:07:54+00:00

Significant help for many reasons, not just how you look. Addtl. reasons include more respect from male peers and strangers (higher status), markers of discipline and being put together, higher self confidence, better fitting clothes, etc.

riccardo2002ric · 2024-11-29T06:28:44+00:00

Looks is 50% overall (face, height, body and style). Most of its importance is face and height followed by body. I'd say 40% face 30% height 20%body and 10% style.

TaxRepresentative787 · 2024-11-29T07:10:49+00:00

Hi! I have a crazy bod, it buys you between 20 and 30 seconds extra to talk to a female, thats it.

KumaFGC · 2024-11-29T02:56:54+00:00

I would say that bumps it up by a lot. But it can also intimidate women because now they feel pressured to match your great body so you’ll probably lose a bit of opportunity from that

nexus1409 · 2024-11-29T10:06:47+00:00

Go see hoe math videos.

He has good videos on this.

swollemolle · 2024-11-29T13:06:20+00:00

Massively. At my biggest, I was 220lbs, big arms, chest, back, and quads. I would get stared at a lot. Sometimes I’d get a woman compliment me on my looks or even flirt with me. All off of looks. It helps get your foot in the door but you still need to follow up with a personality or something else to keep her attention.

Kobe_curry24 · 2024-11-29T06:46:25+00:00

A lot nothing is better 2nd is having good game and energy

Gaydame · 2024-11-29T09:19:09+00:00

Depends on the woman, but somewhere in the 20-60% range

jjboy91 · 2024-11-29T10:26:41+00:00

If you have a shit personally you won't keep them but it most definitely helps in the social environment because you will naturally standout

Literally_Autistic · 2024-11-29T12:53:13+00:00

For hookups? Most important factor. 80%. But, a great body doesn’t mean bodybuilder to many women. A perfect body is great, but no body will be perfect to most women. Aim for “athletic” to attract the most women rather than jacked.

For a relationship, less so. It never hurts though.

Turbulent_Cry3134 · 2024-11-29T12:54:19+00:00

Lol there is no gym for your face tho... But if you have height, face & on top of that great body you're basically in god mode... But women prefer 'scrawny' model face dude vs roided faggot anytime ^{^}

"Game" doesn't matter. You must be interesting, that's all. Women see through this pua bullshit

michigan_redittor · 2024-11-29T13:28:39+00:00

Skinny tall guy here who started lifting in late 20s got stronger but struggled to gain mass. By late 30s something kicked in and my body started looking the part and it…. Was night and day.

I am not even much stronger than I was in my late 20’s, and certainly not an overall better athlete, but have upper body muscle mass I never did.

I grew up thinking woman weren’t as superficial as men, and maybe as many aren’t, but no, they are, soooo many of them are. I have had more interest more comments more sex more hookups in the last 4-6 years than in the ~40 previous. Woman hit on men, did you all know that? I didn’t. I was probably 37 before I was hit on or at least realized it. Then it became commonplace.

I’ve slept with hot 18 year olds I’ve slept with hot 50 yr olds and everything in between. Maybe 60-70 woman in a ~5 years stretch? Meeting someone used to be work, now I just have to go to the grocery store. Local bars are just a guaranteed lay. Woman age 26-32 were the sweet spot. Many open to short term physical relationships, had their own lives I didn’t need to support them, understood their sexuality and wants, often coming out of a long term relationship not looking for anything.

The first time a stranger (woman) asked to touch my arms was so weird, but now in certain environments it’s so common I don’t even think about it. A girl has 2 drinks and she’s driven by her animalistic side. Going to bars was a huge ego boost… for a few months. Then it became annoying. I don’t go.

And I’m not huge and have very little game. I’m just bigger and good definition for my age, mid 40s 6’3 225lbs 13% body fat decent looking but receding hairline and thinning on top.

I have been with the same GF for 3 years. She’s wonderful, still tho every night we go to bed she lays next to me and runs her hands all over my upper body and usually reminds me how sexy she finds it. She’s early 30’s, our sex life is amazing.

3ntrop3y · 2024-11-29T14:18:27+00:00

For an average looking guy, it’s the difference between you having to approach women every time and women approaching you sometimes. For the handsome guy, it’s the difference between women approaching you sometimes and women approaching you regularly.

nasenbohrer · 2024-11-29T14:38:36+00:00

A friend of mine looks like Johnny Bravo anime character. He is a crazy bodybuilder. Girls are hanging on him and still he doesnt get laid AT ALL because he is insecure.

He doesnt know when and how to make the next step in every situation, even if the girl is lying with her back in his chest. I saw it with my own eyes.

VirtualOutsideTravel · 2024-11-29T05:11:16+00:00

Its helpful. Keep in mind that women are sometimes afraid to admit they find someone attractive.

RecognitionVirtual43 · 2024-11-29T07:26:58+00:00

In my opinion you will have more girls if you are athletic/with a great body. BUT the real advantage is that you know you are an attractive guy so you will be more confident about yourself and you will attract more girls thanks to this. The body is a good bait but after those few seconds where you catch her attention you need something more to convince a girl to sleep with you(filtring, talking joking ecc ecc)

Waabbu · 2024-11-29T08:13:10+00:00

Let's just say, i have a friend that is ripped and i saw women approach him and give him their number.

This never happened with any of our friends

ndundu14 · 2024-11-29T03:03:02+00:00

Evolutionary speaking, fit healthy body attract people the most because it means you're fertile to give offspring. Now if you are healthy the side perks would be a great body, although in some cases it becomes too much (like bodybuilding athletes)

therealwoujo · 2024-11-29T03:13:38+00:00

What's the point of this question? You should work on your body.

lolothe2nd · 2024-11-29T06:15:11+00:00

i thought at 1st you meant a great friend. im working on mine so ill let you know how much of impact it has

Covfefetarian · 2024-11-29T09:04:19+00:00

biting-you-inthe-eye · 2024-11-29T10:35:17+00:00

A lot comes down too where you are as well, at a nightclub… there’s a visual element more likely than not. If your at a friends dinner party with new people at the table, it won’t be visual as much but more conversation and humor based… generally speaking of course.

cs342 · 2024-11-29T10:51:31+00:00

I think that going from completely out of shape to decently lean/toned will get you a massive difference. But anything beyond that is just diminishing returns. And it will get to a point where if you're too muscular women will actually be turned off. So it's all about balance. Basically just don't look like a slob and you'll be OK.

HomelessMilkman · 2024-11-29T11:09:44+00:00

If everyone was just a picture, it would matter greatly. In the real world, in motion, there's too many dynamics which overshine or undercut what it would suggest about you.

What is 'attractive' is stimulous. Visual stimulous is stimulous but you're not changing or offering any variance in your looks which offers 'new' stimulous over time; even if you are good looking, it can't purely hold attention long-term; how long could you stare at one picture until you get bored?

That being said, social skills are objectively 'better' stimulous. If you can express yourself with potency, to make people pay attention (attraction), it not only outshines looks one-to-one, it's also sustainable. The only reason it's argued is because guys don't have good social skills (do anything to try and get away with the bare minimum) and therefore have to rely on 'passive' stimulation. Active forms of stimulation will always 'win out' over passive forms, that's just common sense.

OwOvOwO · 2024-11-29T11:13:08+00:00

For me it helped quiet a lot but I think it is more about the additional confidence I gained from the gym and looking decent that helped me approach women more without much fear than the muscles itself

_cg88 · 2024-11-29T11:57:04+00:00

A great body is a sign of health, discipline and high standards. All of them attractive qualities.

SnooHesitations4922 · 2024-11-29T12:17:56+00:00

10% body, 80% sex appeal, 10% personality.

If you look at all the dudes in the real world that always have women; they have all sorts of different bodies and personalities but their haircut and facial hair always taper in congruence with their shoulder to waist body taper. That masculine geometry is part of the sex appeal in part because it reflects congruence of the internal core to overt behaviors.

Eco-Maniac-333 · 2024-11-29T13:42:20+00:00

When I was younger, it didn’t really factor in. Now that I’m older, my standards have gone wayyyy up, and it’s about 40% now.

TurnLazy6868 · 2024-11-29T14:08:43+00:00

a lot

reallystupidbf · 2024-11-29T14:58:17+00:00

It really depends. If you’re in a place where you can show off your body year-round, it definitely helps with the initial first impression. Having a great face and body can be a huge advantage, but it’s also a double-edged sword.

In my case, I’ve got a great body—muscular but toned—and I often get compliments from guys saying I’m very fit. Women frequently call me handsome, compliment my face and body, and assume I have a ton of options. I literally catch women checking me out most of the time. All of that sounds great, but I’ve noticed it comes with a specific set of expectations about how people think I act or who I am.

The issue I’ve experienced is this: if you don’t fit the mental image they’ve created of you, their attraction can drop off quickly. For context, I’m Black, 5’10, very fit, and I style myself well. On paper, you’d think I’d be killing it—but it’s been the opposite at times.

I’ve been avoiding committing to a relationship since I got out of one almost a year ago, but I still seem to give off relationship vibes. I have a solid personality, can talk to women about anything, listen well, and make them feel safe and comfortable around me. I actually try to get to know the women I talk to while keeping things lighthearted and leaving sexual escalation for in-person dates. However, many lose interest when they realize my behavior doesn’t match the stereotype they had in mind. For example, they assume I’m talking to multiple women or can easily find one, but my composed and laid-back nature doesn’t align with that image.

That disconnect can be a dealbreaker, especially if you’re looking for something casual.

At the end of the day, it’s not just about how you look but how you act—and, more importantly, whether you understand the mental image you’re projecting and the type of women you’re dealing with. If you look like a “fuckboy” but act differently, you’re going to confuse some people.

Also, keep in mind that women can be indecisive about what they want. Don’t take it personally if things don’t align. Focus on being yourself and finding people who appreciate you for more than just the surface-level stuff.

seduction-ModTeam · 2024-11-29T14:58:37+00:00

This post/comment has been removed because it violates Rule #5: The topic is too broad, has been covered a lot already, or involves the assumption overly limited by race, age, physical limitations/appearance, and/or other inborn external qualities.

Put in some reading & work before asking questions that have been addressed, like: * How do I approach? * How do I get a number? * How do I talk to girls at college? * How/When do I kiss a girl? * Does this really work?

As for the last one, it is an answered question. There have been many posts on physical limitations over the years, including this one. No need to re-ask it.

DaKingOfDaTRAP · 2024-11-29T17:15:27+00:00

I went from being 300lbs to 205 with nice arms and an 8pack when I’m really into my regimen.

The difference is drastic, women either stare to long or show signals of interest. If I’m at a pool party I definitely can catch women glancing as I walk by. Looking good never hurts, it helps get you into the door.

Conversation skills and your ability to get to the points you want is what will allow you to capitalize off the looks. An attractive lame or douche is still a lame or a douche, they just look good.

Intelligent-Can8235 · 2024-11-29T02:47:31+00:00

100% of it.

ympostor · 2024-11-29T03:54:04+00:00

IMHO bodies don't attract females; if anything, it's an extra factor that adds up in their minds when they are deciding if to keep you as long term partner or not.

PS: Especially considering that most of them might not see your body until you really sleep with each other (unless you're obviously fat, something that can be seen without getting naked).

theasianplayboy · 2024-11-29T05:24:42+00:00

I’ve gamed both skinny, overweight (201lb at 5’5) and I now have 6 pack abs.

Skinny was actually probably the hardest level of game while being extremely fit has had only minimal impact.

Granted I’m something of an outlier as I do this professionally so I never really depended on being good looking to help me. I compensated with style, optimizing my SMV in other ways, and a shit ton of game.

But having a 6 pack isn’t something that is noticeable when you’re suited up. Also I do have an upper limit to how good looking I can be given my height, race and face which muscle isn’t going to compensate for.

However it’s been game that has been the great equalizer in that it allows me to compete at a much higher level.

In an ideal world, you would try to maximize everything but muscles is not the deciding factor, although it definitely helps.

Note: General fitness is important for your health, energy and does help in the bedroom as well as dealing with LMR.

SamuraiRetainer · 2024-11-29T08:19:19+00:00

I read somewhere that when you have bigger muscle your brain will tell you to be more confident because theres no reason to be shy when you have all that muscle, and confidence is very importsnt in attracting women.

Arnoldbut_not · 2024-11-29T13:07:21+00:00

Tbh not as much as fixing your insecurities, a good body will get you noticed more but a good confident personality will get you more opportunities. Coming from someone who went from skinny - jacked and back again… I meet more women being confidently myself than I did being mysteriously good looking in the corner.

Usual-Comfortable370 · 2024-11-29T04:03:45+00:00

As a woman, tbh not much at all

theasianplayboy · 2024-11-29T05:24:17+00:00

I’ve gamed both skinny, overweight (201lb at 5’5) and I now have 6 pack abs.

Skinny was actually probably the hardest level of game while being extremely fit has had only minimal impact.

Granted I’m something of an outlier as I do this professionally so I never really depended on being good looking to help me. I compensated with style, prizing my SMV in other ways, and a shit ton of game.

But having a 6 pack isn’t something that is noticeable when you’re suited up. Also I do have an upper limit to how good looking I can be given high height, race and face which muscle isn’t going to compensate for.

However it’s been game that has been the great equalizer in that it allows me to compete at a much higher level.

In an ideal world, you would try to maximize everything but muscles is not the deciding factor, although it definitely helps.

Note: General fitness is important for your health, energy and does help in the bedroom as well as dealing with LMR.

Seductive_allure3000 · 2024-11-29T10:19:15+00:00

It's all about confidence.

A guy can have a 6 pack and be really insecure and use it to try and get attention from Women. Their actions will repell Women.

DreamShort3109 · 2024-11-29T02:52:17+00:00

No clue. Never been able to attract women. I’ve already given up.

TheRealJamesHoffa · 2024-11-29T04:48:45+00:00

As a somewhat overweight fella it helps but it’s not everything. Lots of girls are intimidated or even turned off by guys who are “too fit”. Lots of girls prefer somewhat slightly chubby so they don’t feel pressure to keep up themselves. There’s also lots of girls who do want someone super fit. Everyone has different preferences. Bottom line is it will open more opportunities for you, but it’s not the only thing that matters or even a deal breaker for many women. Besides, I want a woman who likes me for myself and not just my body. I need some depth and connection in a relationship.

thinkreate · 2024-11-29T03:38:00+00:00

First, stop calling them females, unless you’re conducting a scientific study or a marketing report.

9NUMBERS9 · 2024-11-29T03:17:47+00:00

Good body/looks can get u in the door much much faster but ur personality & game is what keeps u there.

Also having a good body can elevate confidence 1000x which can lead to meeting more women.

Active-Koala3169 · 2024-11-29T07:37:35+00:00

From personal experience my brother is 6 ft 2 and relatively jacked when he’s consistent with his bulk.

He’s got like a swimmers build Atleast when he’s wearing a shirt. He’s 26 and reasonably good looking.

We do heaps of cold approaches and although he’s confident something seems to be off. I’m sure it helps but from the amount of cold approaches he’s done people are always surprised he doesn’t have a girlfriend or getting laid often.

So I can’t say how much of an impact it does or doesn’t make but from watching my brother I’d say being able to give the woman an emotional experience through verbal and sub communication is more important than looks.

Ideally you have both.

Seductive_allure3000 · 2024-11-29T10:19:28+00:00

It's all about confidence.

A guy can have a 6 pack and be really insecure and use it to try and get attention from Women. Their actions will repell Women.

stevelon_mobs · 2024-11-29T13:34:53+00:00

Only affect is the confidence it gives you

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