Watch What You Wear

[AustinGemini]

I am concerned that society has become too sensitive about showing muscle development. Remember, bodybuilders used to not be able to wear "Speedo-like" trunks when posing. Remember that the original Olympians competed naked...to show their muscle development. Today, if you show a little butt (glut development) in one of your shots, someone complains and it is pulled.

I'm not saying that on-line or off we should all expose ourselves in a blatant sexual manner (creating offense to some), but all should be reminded that the human body is a work of art and is not obscene. At some point in culture development, the male and female "attributes" became labeled obscene. Understand that bulges, breasts, a penis, or a butt-crack is a natural wonder part of human anatomy...it is not an obscene thing! If you believe you see a guy's penis and balls in their shorts, so what!? It's OK, it is human anatomy; it's OK...it's not obscene.

Similarly, if a bodybuilder shows his glutes (ass) in a pose, should you scream he is being indecent and revealing too much? NO! He is showing the muscle development. Somehow shoving the back of his posing trunks up his crack is OK, but wearing a thong is not. The thong reportedly shows "too much." Too much what...muscle? Folks need to calm down and not be so uptight...it's just the human form! Appreciate it.

I encourage all to be more accepting and realize that the body is not something to be ashamed of...especially when tastefully done. Be proud of your development; and moreover, allow others to be proud too.
In my opinion, male bodybuilders should pose in "string" thongs?.nothing sexual about that, just exposing as much of the body/muscle as possible while also respectfully covering the penis/balls.

Additionally, guys, PLEASE wear clothes that FIT! You workout in the gym to get a good bod, so wear clothes that compliment your body! Too many (including me at rare times) wear crap that is two-sizes too big. Sleeve seams should ride on the shoulder, not mid-arm. Jeans should fit...complimentarily. Shorts should be comfortable, yet not double as a skirt. If you want to wear tight spandex during a workout...do it! Don't be ashamed that your bulge shows or your ass shows too much...be thankful it does! Help set the pace by wearing clothes that enhance your features.

Again, I am not saying that you should dress like a skant or be intentionally sexual, but you should wear clothes that compliment your body...not mask it.

Understand the psychology behind why most wear over-sized clothing; when we were growing-up, Mom would buy us over-sized clothes because we would quickly grow into and out of them. Thus, subconsciously during our impressionable development years we have been "programmed" that wearing over-sized clothes is normal. Now that you are an adult and are not growing dramatically, you need de-program yourself and start wearing clothes that fit your body properly and compliment your features. Don't give the impression that you're ashamed of your body by masking it in drapes of cloth. Wear clothes that compliment your body and enhance the features that you have worked so hard for in the gym!

[Gx7Pyro]

i think your a little biased....you say that spandex is okay, but a 2x tall tee isnt? clothing is all about appearance and comfort. if you like baggy clothes, go for it. if you like tight clothes, go for it. you are against guys wearing baggy clothes. well, i can just as easily be against guys who show up in spandex. you must realize that baggy clothes are the style now - jeans at the hip are consitered normal - anything higher is consitered uncomfortable.

[NoPainN0Gain2]

Ditto...nice said. We work hard to improve the body so why not share its appearance.

[nicoledominique]

Oops! I voted that I found it offensive, but I was talking about asses hanging out at the gym.

I think it's fine if you're posing!

[do1more]

I like your article. I tend to agree with your point of view.

On a side bar, I find the sport of basketball is not longer watch-able......... due to those ugly assed shorts the men and the women wear.

You don't have to be a fashion plate but at least try to look like you have some pride.

[Niqo]

Originally Posted by AustinGemini

I am concerned that society has become too sensitive about showing muscle development. Remember, bodybuilders used to not be able to wear "Speedo-like" trunks when posing. Remember that the original Olympians competed naked...to show their muscle development. Today, if you show a little butt (glut development) in one of your shots, someone complains and it is pulled.

I'm not saying that on-line or off we should all expose ourselves in a blatant sexual manner (creating offense to some), but all should be reminded that the human body is a work of art and is not obscene. At some point in culture development, the male and female "attributes" became labeled obscene. Understand that bulges, breasts, a penis, or a butt-crack is a natural wonder part of human anatomy...it is not an obscene thing! If you believe you see a guy's penis and balls in their shorts, so what!? It's OK, it is human anatomy; it's OK...it's not obscene.

Similarly, if a bodybuilder shows his glutes (ass) in a pose, should you scream he is being indecent and revealing too much? NO! He is showing the muscle development. Somehow shoving the back of his posing trunks up his crack is OK, but wearing a thong is not. The thong reportedly shows "too much." Too much what...muscle? Folks need to calm down and not be so uptight...it's just the human form! Appreciate it.

I encourage all to be more accepting and realize that the body is not something to be ashamed of...especially when tastefully done. Be proud of your development; and moreover, allow others to be proud too.
In my opinion, male bodybuilders should pose in "string" thongs?.nothing sexual about that, just exposing as much of the body/muscle as possible while also respectfully covering the penis/balls.

Additionally, guys, PLEASE wear clothes that FIT! You workout in the gym to get a good bod, so wear clothes that compliment your body! Too many (including me at rare times) wear crap that is two-sizes too big. Sleeve seams should ride on the shoulder, not mid-arm. Jeans should fit...complimentarily. Shorts should be comfortable, yet not double as a skirt. If you want to wear tight spandex during a workout...do it! Don't be ashamed that your bulge shows or your ass shows too much...be thankful it does! Help set the pace by wearing clothes that enhance your features.

Again, I am not saying that you should dress like a skant or be intentionally sexual, but you should wear clothes that compliment your body...not mask it.

Understand the psychology behind why most wear over-sized clothing; when we were growing-up, Mom would buy us over-sized clothes because we would quickly grow into and out of them. Thus, subconsciously during our impressionable development years we have been "programmed" that wearing over-sized clothes is normal. Now that you are an adult and are not growing dramatically, you need de-program yourself and start wearing clothes that fit your body properly and compliment your features. Don't give the impression that you're ashamed of your body by masking it in drapes of cloth. Wear clothes that compliment your body and enhance the features that you have worked so hard for in the gym!

I couldn't agree more. It is time we ignore the prudishes and let the reason drive our attire's decission (that means thongs, because glutei are muscles, they have to be shown).

[layzee_git]

good post, people who think that showing off a little flesh is bad, or indecent are suckers, and the general reason as to why these people are this way is as youve said is the way they've been bought up,
also they tend to be people who are ashamed of their bodies, just because they cant be bothered to get in shape, doesnt mean they can point judgement and criticism at those of us who care about our bodies and put alot of time and effort into looking good-then in turn want to show it off!!

obviously there is a trend in clothes, people often wear tight clothes or massively baggy clothes to fit into a stereotypical group, ive been a rollerblader in the past, moving slightly away from bb, but the hip hop skaters wore baggy clothes, and the emo/rockers wore baggy slack pants,

also it can come down to comfort and practicality,im and electrician so couldnt work in lycra shorts, i need baggy pant's for movement, and so i can carry all my tools

but as austin says, if youve got it, flaunt it, if you haven't, still flaunt it. dont be embarrased, as long as youre working at youre body composure people around you will see the result's and spur you on to work harder!!

people need to get over their insecurities and inhibitions!!

[Just_Me_P]

I so agree with your synopsis but I think that censorship and being afraid of the human body is mainly prevalent in American Society because in many countries overseas they show nudity on TV commercials! I also agree that pictures should not be removed or deemed tasteless just because a man or woman for that matter worked hard for 6 months and developed their body for a competition or photo shoot should have to cover up their progress and development because someone is too squeamish to look at it or to shy to do it themselves! We are a mob mentality type society and if a bunch of people bitch and complain about it no matter how big or small the group then eventually we cave in to their demands!! I for one am with you and agree that hey if you don't like what you see turn your head change the channel or do whatever you need to do it's supposed to be a free country but conservatives and family oriented people always get first say. There is also a flip side to your argument though I think people should wear what they want when they want how they want I mean not everybody can rock a pair of tights or likes to wear tight fitting clothes because people don't like to wear what's uncomfortable to them subconsciously. People should just relax and take a breather because if woman can strut around in bikinis and thongs on beer commercials then men and woman in the world of competitive body building should be able to show off their glutes (and front package for that matter) without someone crying fowl!! Even though I'm new to body building and the whole competitive process I wouldn't want to see Dennis Wolf, Ronnie Coleman, or any other body builder have to cover up cause of someone else?s standards. So right on for your article I'm glad someone said something!

[finehaymakerday]

This was a well written article that I had to agree with whole-heartedly. It's funny the things people choose to condem. As you mentioned. showing too much glutes is offensive, yet I have never met anyone that does not posses an ass. Maybe we should remove all mirrors that might show you your own obviously offensive glutes, I wouldn't want "you" to offend...well..."you"

[timothy22]

I thinck you are right but with most off america being suffering from obesity. But i thick you should where stuff that fits if you look good you sould be able to show it tacktfully both men and woman.

[230plus]

[QUOTE=AustinGemini;98205571] Understand that bulges, breasts, a penis, or a butt-crack is a natural wonder part of human anatomy...it is not an obscene thing! If you believe you see a guy's penis and balls in their shorts, so what!? It's OK, it is human anatomy; it's OK...it's not obscene.


(QUOTE) Additionally, guys, PLEASE wear clothes that FIT! You workout in the gym to get a good bod, so wear clothes that compliment your body! Too many (including me at rare times) wear crap that is two-sizes too big. Sleeve seams should ride on the shoulder, not mid-arm. Jeans should fit...complimentarily.

(QUOTE) If you want to wear tight spandex during a workout...do it! Don't be ashamed that your bulge shows or your ass shows too much...be thankful it does! Help set the pace by wearing clothes that enhance your features.


Those 3 statements were a joke right....specially about the balls..

[phai_kia]

Originally Posted by AustinGemini

If you want to wear tight spandex during a workout...do it! Don't be ashamed that your bulge shows or your ass shows too much...be thankful it does!

ur kiddin right?
It only works for those who have great physique

Originally Posted by AustinGemini

Those 3 statements were a joke right....specially about the balls..

x2 same here

[melkilozano]

I'd go shirtless to the mall if it were allowed

But the balls thing? Too much for me...

[MattyJ85]

Dude.. just no.

[missleRob]

Originally Posted by MattyJ85

Dude.. just no.

Haha, this is funny!

I think that if someone is in good shape, they should wear clothes that compliment them. Now, I am a novice, and I am still doing the strength training -- no hypertrophy yet. I do not look like a bodybuilder. That said, I prefer the nice fitting shirt, as the original poster mentioned -- the t-shirts should fit nicely. This also feels good to wear -- it does not get in your way when you move about.

Hopefully in the future, I will have a physique of a bodybuilder!

I have a nice pair of shorts to wear to the gym which fit nice and do NOT impede my motions when I squat! This is important.

However, for trousers, I prefer a loose fit. I do not want my pants to hamper my motions during the day, at all. Comfort trumps looks for me. Function over form.

Regarding the bodybuilding culture, and the suits for posing, are there not "standard" suits to wear for that? I would think so.

[CEO Josh]

Originally Posted by AustinGemini

I am concerned that society has become too sensitive about showing muscle development. Remember, bodybuilders used to not be able to wear "Speedo-like" trunks when posing. Remember that the original Olympians competed naked...to show their muscle development. Today, if you show a little butt (glut development) in one of your shots, someone complains and it is pulled.

I'm not saying that on-line or off we should all expose ourselves in a blatant sexual manner (creating offense to some), but all should be reminded that the human body is a work of art and is not obscene. At some point in culture development, the male and female "attributes" became labeled obscene. Understand that bulges, breasts, a penis, or a butt-crack is a natural wonder part of human anatomy...it is not an obscene thing! If you believe you see a guy's penis and balls in their shorts, so what!? It's OK, it is human anatomy; it's OK...it's not obscene.

Similarly, if a bodybuilder shows his glutes (ass) in a pose, should you scream he is being indecent and revealing too much? NO! He is showing the muscle development. Somehow shoving the back of his posing trunks up his crack is OK, but wearing a thong is not. The thong reportedly shows "too much." Too much what...muscle? Folks need to calm down and not be so uptight...it's just the human form! Appreciate it.

I encourage all to be more accepting and realize that the body is not something to be ashamed of...especially when tastefully done. Be proud of your development; and moreover, allow others to be proud too.
In my opinion, male bodybuilders should pose in "string" thongs?.nothing sexual about that, just exposing as much of the body/muscle as possible while also respectfully covering the penis/balls.

Additionally, guys, PLEASE wear clothes that FIT! You workout in the gym to get a good bod, so wear clothes that compliment your body! Too many (including me at rare times) wear crap that is two-sizes too big. Sleeve seams should ride on the shoulder, not mid-arm. Jeans should fit...complimentarily. Shorts should be comfortable, yet not double as a skirt. If you want to wear tight spandex during a workout...do it! Don't be ashamed that your bulge shows or your ass shows too much...be thankful it does! Help set the pace by wearing clothes that enhance your features.

Again, I am not saying that you should dress like a skant or be intentionally sexual, but you should wear clothes that compliment your body...not mask it.

Understand the psychology behind why most wear over-sized clothing; when we were growing-up, Mom would buy us over-sized clothes because we would quickly grow into and out of them. Thus, subconsciously during our impressionable development years we have been "programmed" that wearing over-sized clothes is normal. Now that you are an adult and are not growing dramatically, you need de-program yourself and start wearing clothes that fit your body properly and compliment your features. Don't give the impression that you're ashamed of your body by masking it in drapes of cloth. Wear clothes that compliment your body and enhance the features that you have worked so hard for in the gym!

You sound like a closeted gay guy who just wants to see naked dudes and have everyone think its cool.

Look if your gay fine thats cool but dont give us some "artist" bs about your reasons lol.

[C-Squared]

Originally Posted by pureshok

You sound like a closeted gay guy who just wants to see naked dudes and have everyone think its cool.

Look if your gay fine thats cool but dont give us some "artist" bs about your reasons lol.

Your mouth is pretty big for 5'10, 146...

My wardrobe has changed to all closer-fitting shirts because as a smaller guy, it makes more sense for me to show that I DO have some muscle on me. If someone can actually pull it off, they should wear whatever they'd like to.

[GBLynden]

No one wants to see my toned hairy ass out in public..........I would enjoy seeing Jamie Eason however!

[ctgblue]

I voted offensive
I do NOT want to see some guys butt cheek hanging out of his too small running shorts at the gym, just say NO.
Wear clothes that fit

And REMEMBER: Spandex is a PRIVILEGE, NOT A RIGHT!

[melkilozano]

Originally Posted by ctgblue

I voted offensive
I do NOT want to see some guys butt cheek hanging out of his too small running shorts at the gym, just say NO.
Wear clothes that fit

And REMEMBER: Spandex is a PRIVILEGE, NOT A RIGHT!

I wouldn't even look. Well if it's worth a laugh then I would. LOL

I do like shirts that fit well. Plain white shirts. My body is the accessory.

[CapnPowerMonger]

Sorry but baggy shorts are the best thing that ever happened to our culture. I mean if looking back on old films of kevin mchale and larry birds asses doesnt convert you i dont know what will.

Im a sleeveless shirt, baggy shorts guy at the gym.

[CEO Josh]

Originally Posted by C-Squared

Your mouth is pretty big for 5'10, 146...

My wardrobe has changed to all closer-fitting shirts because as a smaller guy, it makes more sense for me to show that I DO have some muscle on me. If someone can actually pull it off, they should wear whatever they'd like to.

Yea your 35 lbs heavier then me and taller, your freakin huge your self.... psh if you wanna side with the op fine but him telling me we should all go out in thongs and live it up for the art of it sounds like bs to me.

[decz]

Originally Posted by ctgblue

I voted offensive
I do NOT want to see some guys butt cheek hanging out of his too small running shorts at the gym, just say NO.
Wear clothes that fit

And REMEMBER: Spandex is a PRIVILEGE, NOT A RIGHT!

I had a difficult time deciding. I agree that if you can wear it and look good in it then you should..but not in the gym. People are there to focus on working out. I know I don't want some HB in spandex doing stiff-legged deadlifts while I'm trying to push weight...total loss of focus.

[saucetradomous]

i always put on my dashiki when I hit the iron jungle.

[raybbaby]

Originally Posted by decz

I had a difficult time deciding. I agree that if you can wear it and look good in it then you should..but not in the gym. People are there to focus on working out. I know I don't want some HB in spandex doing stiff-legged deadlifts while I'm trying to push weight...total loss of focus.

Wrong, this is exactly the kind of thing that induces test spikes, along with a sub-concious drive to be the alpha. Hot chicks are responsible for new PRs all the time, think about it.

[judokamatt]

i agree with you on the part about the body not being obscene since well all know whats under the cloths why should it matter if we see it or not that IMO should be up to the person who owns it

but for the cloths that fit stuff some people just preffer larger clothing even though it doesnt compliment their body, i am not one of them but i know several who do, and then theres the massive BB types who have to wear that 3x shirt because they tear 2x's apart when they touch their hands together and such so it all have perspective but i see your point.

[Wilde]

The gym is a public place and people don't want to see buldges dude you might get off on it and all but a lot of people including females do not.

People wear baggy clothes because they don't want everyone staring at them and find it more comfortable.

G strings on men are just homo theres masculine and theres feminine, just like skirts and high heels bodybuilding doesn't give you a ticket out of it.

[xspasmx]

I have to disagree; I guess I just have different sensibilities than the OP. I like decency and I think we have decency laws for a good reason and I like them. I do not want to see everyone naked in public. I find it offensive.

However in a bodybuilding context the goal is often times to show muscle development. You can show your glute muscle development without showing your genitals. Although I do not advocate people dressing like this to the mall (even though they do) I think it is fine when you are on stage at an event. After all everyone at the event or watching it is doing so voluntarily it is not just someone strutting around in public naked forcing people to deal with it who might be offended.

[xspasmx]

Originally Posted by Wilde

The gym is a public place and people don't want to see buldges dude you might get off on it and all but a lot of people including females do not.

People wear baggy clothes because they don't want everyone staring at them and find it more comfortable.

G strings on men are just homo theres masculine and theres feminine, just like skirts and high heels bodybuilding doesn't give you a ticket out of it.

U do relize that in your avatar you are wereing a speedo looking something and your buldge is showing big time. I am not disagreeing with you, but pratice what you preach brother.

[saku]

Originally Posted by ctgblue

I voted offensive
I do NOT want to see some guys butt cheek hanging out of his too small running shorts at the gym, just say NO.
Wear clothes that fit

And REMEMBER: Spandex is a PRIVILEGE, NOT A RIGHT!

I have to agree here. Wear clothes that fit! I personally don't like the kind of person who wears a t-shirt that is 2 sizes too small and walks around with invisible lat syndrome (ILS). He is trying too hard to show off his body, and that IMO comes across ass being a dick.