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The Resurgence of Fitness Culture: Gen Z, and the Risks of Unrealistic Expectations

Lately, fitness and gym culture have made a big comeback, mostly thanks to Gen Z and social media platforms like TikTok. This wave of fitness excitement has led to a bunch of influencers who show off their amazing bodies, cool diets, and unique workout routines. One standout is Sam Sulek, who has gained tons of followers on social media because of his dedication and impressive results.

Born on February 7, 2002, Sam Sulek is just 22 years old, which makes his achievements even more impressive. Seriously, who can get to his size? and at such a young age? It’s like he’s got some kind of secret. His well-developed physique and high level of fitness are pretty rare for someone his age.

You’re probably wondering – is reaching Sam Sulek’s level of fitness achievable for the average person? We’d have to say probably, not. Influencers like Sam, inadvertently set a high bar for their followers. While many of them promote healthy lifestyles, the pressure to look like them can push some people into dangerous practices, such as using anabolic steroids. Following in the footsteps of one of these influencers is exciting, but it comes with its own set of challenges and risks.

Let’s talk about anabolic steroids and why they’re a big deal in the fitness world. Steroids can help you build muscle and get stronger fast, but they come with some serious risks. We’re talking about liver damage, heart problems, and messed-up hormones. For a lot of young gym-goers, the idea of getting quick results can be tempting, but it’s important to remember that these shortcuts can lead to major health issues down the road. So, while the gains might seem tempting, the long-term consequences aren’t worth it.

This trend really points out a big issue in today’s fitness culture: we need better education and awareness about safe and sustainable fitness practices. Sure, it’s great that fitness info is more accessible than ever, but that also means there’s a lot of misinformation and unrealistic expectations out there. It’s super important for influencers and fitness fans to be honest and promote safe, healthy ways to get fit. So, always check out reliable sources and focus on long-term health rather than quick fixes.

So, getting down to the grit of things: we wouldn’t advise aiming for a physique like Sam Sulek’s if your goal is to stay safe and healthy. The rise in teenagers and young adults using steroids is a major cause for concern. Today’s culture is all about instant gratification. Everyone wants quick results without putting in the hard work it usually takes.

This urge for instant outcomes isn’t just a fitness thing—it’s affecting a lot of areas in life. Instead of chasing quick fixes, these young guys should focus on creating their own strategy something that works for them, and something that they will be happy with sticking to. The real goal is to stay fit, look good, and be healthy for the long haul so you can enjoy a long and fulfilling life. Trust us – you don’t want to start having health problems always popping up in your 30s – do what you would benefit most from and go through and commit to the long, challenging and fulfilling process of achieving the goal through hard work and dedication. 

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John Hartley
Head Coach
One True North Coaching

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