Do you think guys get muscular to attract girls?

Question

Do you think most guys that go to the gym to get ripped, do it to get girls to like them, or do you think they do it for themselves?

NearlyNapping · Accepted Answer

I never got into going to the gym or working with weights. As a matter of fact, gyms like you see now didn't even exist when I was younger. However I was into a lot of sports. I haven't done it myself, but I see working out at the gym as similar to any other sport.

I did it just because I liked it. I did it because I liked doing physical things. I did it because I loved good hard work. I did it because it just felt really damn good using those muscles and pushing them to the limit. Yes, it can be addictive. If I didn't get some good exercise, it felt like something was missing. I NEEDED to expend that energy.

There was no such thing as computers or the internet when I was a kid. We went out and did things. We were very active and played sports since we were young. It was just a part of me that I couldn't have separated even if I wanted to.

When I no longer actively did sports, I did construction work instead, which felt even better than sports. It was a better workout. It felt almost like a professional sport, where I actually got paid for doing something I loved. Not all, but a lot of the other guys doing that kind of work loved it also, especially framers.

Doing it for girls never entered my mind. I might have known deep in the back of my mind that some girls were attracted to athletic types. I might have known that my body was pretty well shaped and some girls might like that. But it was never a motivation in any way, and it very rarely entered my mind. When I was doing sports, or working physical jobs, I was there in the moment. It was me against me, and nothing else mattered.

ConsultantIsBack · Accepted Answer

Dude i was just talking about this with a gym buddy today!
So my line of thinking is: The overwhelming majority of guys I think start lifting to attract girls, don't like being too skinny, etc.
Superficial reasons essentially. But as you lift more and more and it becomes integrated into your lifestyle, motivations to stay dedicated in fitness become much more pure.
It's like do people seriously think I work my ass off for 12 hours a week after I work my ass off at my full-time job just for girls?
There has to be a deeper motivations. Fitness makes me happy, it's not like a mental battle to go to the gym or not, because I'm literally not happy if I skip several days. It's how I exert energy, stress, find balance in my life, mood balance, self-confidence, self-efficacy in reaching goals, etc. Many internal reasons, in addition to the aesthetics, looking good and superficial reasons.

Babybebe15 · Accepted Answer

I don't know. I would think the guys that do it to "attract girls" use that as motivation for them to workout and get fit. Wanting to look good for and to attract the opposite gender can be quite the motivator.

But I honestly think most guys do it as a mix of wanting to be attractive to others, for themselves, and for overall health. 💪🏼🏋🏽

Afro-dite9 · Accepted Answer

Basically... guy's don't get a V line, side ab's, arms made of steel and etc etc to attract the attention of other men... well some do lol. And maybe to make other men feel like less of a man I don't know not my thing, but then again... who am I to judge? Lol

ElissaDido · Accepted Answer

They probably do it for themselves AND to get girls " Kill two birds with one stone".  But these ones : Probably do it for themselves because most girls don't find it attractive at all.

Mesonfielde · Answer

Well some of them do it for the sake of general health, I think.

BertMacklinFBI · Answer

it depends, if the person gets all their aesthetics and strength and doesn't do anything with it other than lift more weights at the gym then they're just doing cause they be vain lol.

now.. that person may counter-argue and say, "bro i lead a healthy lifestyle", well you don't have to lift to stay healthy.

if a person gets strength from lifting and aesthetics happen to be an inevitable bonus, and they use what they gained towards something functional, then it really is for them, with meaning, with purpose.

muscle without function is essentially useless, so give it a purpose you bitches. dont live to lift, live to lift to accomplish THE VAST GREATNESS! BEYOND!!!

milightman · Answer

For most yes but for me no. I wanted to get a six pack, v-line, and a bigger chest because I didn't like my body at one point. When I was 14, I was tall and skinny but with a stomach. So I got a basic weight set and started working out at home. I even got asked to join the wrestling team but I didn't want to. By college I pushed even further training with my friends (who are fighters), and maintained myself at the gym. When it comes to my appearances it's not so much what others think. But how I feel about it that gets me working on myself.

rjroy3 · Answer

Most guys that I know personally do it for themselves which often means, they just wanted to be strong. Only reason i began working out when i was younger was to be sttonger for sports. a lot of guys do workout solely for women tho. The majority workout for multiple reasons, including girls.

1. Feels better to be physically fit. For a variety of physical and psychological reasons.

2. You'll live longer.

3. You'll be more physically attractive to the opposite sex.

List goes on I'm sure

mikemx55 · Answer

Am I the only one around here who also thinks that they do it to impress other MEN. Not in a homo way, but in the way to show superiority, to be the alpha around the group; to get respect; to be seen with fear from the ones that are smaller.
I also think that it is a factor, but yeah, most do it either to lose weight and then get addicted to it, or just to impress women

sweettckae · Answer

the majority of the guys that I work out with they don't pay attention to ANY girls at the gym. they work out and mind their business. there can be the hottest girl there and guys don't care to even glance at her.

Chief16 · Answer

I do it to stay athletic, not to grab someone else's attention. I think building muscle attract women is a poor way of building self esteem. Over the course of eleven years playing sports, I've more sprains than I can count, broken my bones thrice, have had a lot of scars (Street workouts are as dangerous as they're rewarding). Who would go through all that crap to get laid? Well, that's just me.

Northeast106 · Answer

I think most work out for a number of reasons. Being fit and attractive to women is one reason. Health, career, and sports are also valid reasons. Plus you want to be strong and able to defend yourself. Inmates work out as well for defense and survival reasons.

ThisDudeHere · Answer

I dunno. Personally when I went to the gym, I did so with the pure intention of just not being as skinny anymore. Haven't gone for a while but I intend to go again some time soon. And my intentions will still be the same - just go become more fit. A good physique won't change an ugly face lol so I see no reason to try and attract girls at this point :/

Felinegirl · Answer

My ex had an unhealthy fitnessregime which was also harmful to our relationship because he chose time in the gym over time with me. Sure he got physically hotter, but at what cost? He refused to change that even after I told him I just wanted his company. So yeah, certainly a case of NOT doing it for the girl.

CocoRachelle · Answer

Not all, but quite a bit. Some do it for themselves. But I think attracting a partner plays a part for some guys, too (like not just attracting a woman, they can be wanting to attract other men if they're gay or bi).

I think some might do that initially, but actually get in to it for themselves. I know some women that do the same thing, to be fit to attract a partner but end up just loving to exercise and be fit.

Ghosted · Answer

a bit of both but any muscle beyond a certain level is prolly for themselves cuz girls dont typically expect jacked. its intimidating. tbh i think the confidence it brings a guy is the best dating-related feature of fitness cuz im not particularly crazy about muscles. and know many girls aren't either.

CHARismatic110 · Answer

I wouldn't say all guys. There are some that are just really into that whole fitness lifestyle. But there are some that do it for the sake of being able to show off.

by the way, I thought you deactivated for a second. I was sad lol.

brain5000 · Answer

Don't know, it seems to me that the guys with the biggest muscles are with fat girls. Toned, skinny guys get hot, skinny girls.

I go to the gym but will never be ripped, no matter what I do. It is to avoid getting fat, for myself.

zorro8888 · Answer

I think the main motivator is to look good for themselves, it's a confidence booster if you're fit. The girls are an added bonus along the way lol

bluenose1872 · Answer

Of course they do. Everything a man does is to impress women. If there was no women we'd never change our clothes or wash or shave or anything. Who the hell would we want to impress? Men don't give a shit about other mens opinions if they don't know them. Even then you better be careful criticising your mate. Your just as likely to get a smack in the jaw as a nod of acknowledgement

Love-travel · Answer

A lot of guys hate looking scrawny and underweight so they start lifting. Some of them do it for the sole purpose of attracting women. My brother is buff and only gets compliments from other dudes but chicks don't notice as much. I still think most of the dudes do it for themselves.

Polocrew · Answer

Yea ones who still can't get girls do lol

I remember I was doing well enough in 8th with chicks when I didn't lifted lol I was always like biggest kid at my school but then my dad built us weight room when I was in 8th, I do it to improve me on field tackle bigger dudes gain bigger strength and stamina. Ima go d1 then NFL so I do it for this, Hot amazing bod and stuff that comes up with it are just bonus.

Panay · Answer

Combination. I'm not the most good looking guy facially, so building up my body is all I've got. But it is also for myself-i just feel proud of my body and achievements, and being able to lift heavier things, run faster and for longer, and being all round more capable than I used to be is s great feeling.

MissMikayla · Answer

Okay, so I voted for "Most guys DO." That's just a trend that I've noticed around where I live. Most of the guys that work out a lot around here are players. However, I do know that not all guys are like that. Some actually do it for their health. :)

astrOnaut01 · Answer

This is a little like the "do girls only wear make-up to attract men" question, and it is interesting to see most people say most guys do it purely for attraction.

mooky06 · Answer

I think it would be safe to say most guys do. If anything, they want to be healthy and maintaining being healthy, picking up chicks, is a bonus.. Sometimes

ManOnFire · Answer

No, most guys who build muscle generally do it for a sport they play or because they want the muscle. I think most women would just like to think we do it for them.

Other_Tommy_Wiseau · Answer

i used to go to the gym to get stronger for sports. if i do go to the gym now, it's to get in relative shape. but since most gym rats are fuckboys, i know they do it mostly to just get big, but also to get bitches, too

TheNewJanie · Answer

The guys I know go to the gym to be strong. Not for any other reason

tragicallyinlove · Answer

I'd say that can be a motivator to get muscle, but it's only one of the reasons.

Cjanes · Answer

Most people I know would do it even if there was not a single woman on earth. They do it for themselves

Ginnyweasley97 · Answer

I think it's one of the reasons. Like a motivator. But the first thing that came to my head was, "to get healthier"

Doffydood · Answer

I think that's the reason the vast majority of guys around my age (read: douchebags) go to the gym. Adults probably have motivation deeper than that though.

Guysmiles · Answer

It is sad... all that effort... just to impress another person who may or may not even be worth it of it. Living life trying to impress others is one big waste.

epiper888 · Answer

Well I think it's somewhat in the middle, of course my main goal is to look good to the opposite sex, but I also like the progress I make and it always puts me in a better mood.

Prof_Don · Answer

I say the majority do start with the motivation of looking good to attract girls... in college when started working out, it was part of the equation for me!

overthinkingmind · Answer

Maybe some do it for both reasons or just for themselves, but I'm sure a lot think that it can attract girls

BelleGirl21 · Answer

I really hope it's for themselves. That's why everyone should be working out.

Marziye_73 · Answer

I think different reasons...

some ( majority of muscular guys) do it to attract girls...
but some do because they feel weak in life. and try to stand up to their selves.
my ex was a case like that too.. he lost his best friends in a car crashed and he was with them but couldn't help so he went to gym and worked out like a beast to be stronger.

IndianGirl01 · Answer

Its just like girls dress up well for themselves. Its another thing that guys get attracted to this. Huh.! Wish guys in my hometown also get it.

JamielovesKU · Answer

I think they do it to impresshow girls I mean really you hear about girls complementing dudes with abs before any other body type well... most girls.

Phoenix98 · Answer

I personally do it for myself and no one else if gals like it then that's just a plus but I don't do it for them.

JSmuve · Answer

It certainly ain't gonna be my quasi-ginger face and sparkling personality that reels them in. I need a crutch.

Smmyskittles · Answer

@Pavlov  @Theconsultantisback @Polocrew Is that why you guys workout to build muscles? :P

0112358 · Answer

@ConsultantIsBack nailed it. It's often what gets them through the first month.

BonitaChica · Answer

I would say so, most guys start working out to get girls

Dtegesd123 · Answer

80/20 for me. Sure I like the perks of attracting girls, but 80% of it is for my own confidence. I just like having some pecs and being vascular.

birdsandflies · Answer

i think it's for themselves and if it helps them get girls it's a bonus

Insistent · Answer

Being muscular is pretty much a requirement to get decent looking girl these days, at least around america.

ChromAzonyx108 · Answer

some guys only get muscular to attract girls while some are too busy looking at their muscles in the mirror to notice girls admiring them

archiz · Answer

it s for both themselves and to attract girls people enjoy sports overall too like me

WombRaider · Answer

I go to the gym to get ripped... but mainly for me. Attracting girls is just a bonus, but I already do that so...

Iron_Man · Answer

Yes most guys and girls do to get each other. I do for sports and to never be challenged on the streets and last to get the the girl.

Righttobeararms83 · Answer

Guys that look after themselves do yes. A guy that actually values himself is attractive to women.

rinabella · Answer

I actually believe that most people who go to the gym do so to gain confidence. The most ripped people I've ever met are the most self-conscious and hide underneath their buff bodies.

Kylesar · Answer

I did for a while, but no longer I'm going for myself now and I work so much more efficiently

bigsidharth · Answer

Many do love muscular type guys but some girls like lean kind off guys. It depends on their taste..

TheInfamus · Answer

I pretty much go to the gym with the goal being to attract women as I begin to improve. I left school for that. Why else would I?

altair212 · Answer

the thing is most guys start lifting for girls but this poll is very stupid because you need to ask muscular guys everyone who voted most guys do is wrong because guys usually start for girls but then stop caring and do it for themselves

Muhammad1999 · Answer

Not my self , I build muscle more for better strength , better power.

IceEverest · Answer

All the guys I know do it to look good to themselves...

SugarMagicUsername · Answer

The guys i know do it for themselves and the girls who could like it are just a plus for them.

Joc4Position · Answer

Most guys do. I don't. I try to get myself.

fiodor99 · Answer

most guys definitely fucking do

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