10 Fitness Myths That Are Keeping You Stuck

July 23, 2025

Ever met someone who talks like a walking gym manual? “I track my macros. I eat in a calorie deficit. I do fasted cardio. I train for hypertrophy…” Cool story, bro—but do you even enjoy your life?

Tracking can be helpful, sure. But if it becomes your personality? 🚩

“People get so obsessed with their ‘calorie deficit’ they forget to actually live.”

You’re not morally superior because you turned down birthday cake to meet your macros. And spoiler: there’s no badge of honor for skipping carbs at dinner.


🥩 Protein: Not Just for Bros

Protein is the hero of the macronutrient world—and it’s often misunderstood.

No, eating more protein won’t automatically make you bulky. And yes, it’s essential for recovery, strength, metabolism, and not wanting to cry after leg day.

The key? Protein doesn’t make you jacked—training does.

“Most people think they’re eating enough protein… they’re not.”

Instead of obsessing over supplements, start with real food. Greek yogurt, eggs, tofu, lean meats, beans—they all count.


🏋️‍♀️ Lifting Will Change Your Body… in a Good Way

Let’s crush this myth once and for all: women do not bulk up from strength training. You do get:

  • Stronger
  • More toned
  • Increased metabolism
  • Better bone density
  • Confidence that carries over into everyday life

And here’s the kicker: muscle doesn’t just burn calories—it improves how your body looks and functions.

Want to age well? Stay independent? Avoid chronic injuries? Lift something heavier than your purse.


💩 Call-Out Time: The BS We See Online

You’ve seen the wellness nonsense. The detox teas. The waist trainers. The “lose 10 pounds in 3 days” plans. The shredded influencers who swear it’s “just a quick workout and discipline.”

Let’s be honest: most of what you see online is fake, filtered, or flat-out wrong.

  • Starvation isn’t discipline.
  • Overtraining isn’t dedication.
  • Fear-based marketing isn’t education.
“Your body isn’t broken. The industry profits off making you think it is.”

Real health isn’t about suffering—it’s about consistency, nourishment, strength, and sanity.


🧃 Detox Culture Is Garbage

If you’ve ever been sold on the idea that your body is toxic unless you buy a $90 juice cleanse, we’re here to free you.

You have a liver. You have kidneys. That’s your detox system. The only thing you need to flush out is bad marketing.

“The wellness world made you afraid of bread so they could sell you air-fried cardboard.”

🚫 No Shame, Just Sanity

We’re not here to shame anyone who wants to learn or get better. But we are here to:

  • Laugh at the ridiculous advice out there
  • Help you skip the fitness fads
  • Encourage a relationship with food and movement that feels good



If you’re tired of the noise, the acronyms, the filters, and the fear tactics—welcome. You’re one of us.

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