cods wrote on Mar 29^th, 2017 at 5:00pm:


I have not the first clue why blueturd conflates exercise with homosexuality.

Bizarre!

Introduction
Body image and masculinity are important aspects of identity in many men who have sex with men (MSM).1 Body image is a multidimensional construct of the self, consisting of how one feels and behaves regarding one's own physical attributes2 and correlates with well-being. MSM who develop a muscular body shape are usually considered more attractive and gain more self-confidence,3 while those who fail to fulfil these aesthetic standards are less desirable and more likely tom be avoided by other men.4 The shaping of a muscular body has become a symbol of health,5 and MSM train in the gym in order to keep fit as a way of expressing that they are fit. Another theory is that the efforts of MSM to develop a muscular body are to counteract memories of having a less athletic, or even weak or feminine, appearance during their childhood and adolescence.6

In order to become physically attractive, some men train to increase muscle mass, shifting the focus of their training from aerobic to anaerobic training, and perform excessive muscle-strengthening exercises rather than improving their cardiac performance.7 In addition, as gym training is an important component of the internal MSM culture,8 the venue (gym) is also used for social interaction and meeting potential partners. The incentive to perform intensive anaerobic training (IAT) is therefore strong, and some MSM spend long hours in gyms shaping their bodies, while some also adopt strict dietary regimens or are tempted to use anabolic steroids.9 10

Gordon wrote on Mar 29^th, 2017 at 5:15pm:


It's one of the reasons men exercise with other men to attract them. This gives them the courage to open the closet door at the gym.

Kettlebells are just the latest tool in the meat-head armory for attracting other men.

Gordon appears very defensive about homosexuality.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4244394/

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Gordon wrote on Mar 29^th, 2017 at 6:01pm:


Mirror? You'll damage your fertility.

John Smith wrote on Mar 29^th, 2017 at 1:22pm:


Born today, 16kg, no hair and a head with an easy hold handle