The bodybuilding world is known for its ripped physiques and chiseled muscles. But competing to build the best physique in the domain leaves bodybuilders and fitness lovers with body dysmorphia. People suffering from this condition find flaws in their physiques and try to fix them by resorting to exceptional methods.

A fitness enthusiast recently reached out to the bodybuilding icon Noel Deyzel concerning his body dysmorphia. He sought help from the South African bodybuilder to overcome his issue for a better and happy life.

Noel Deyzel’s tips to overcome body dysmorphia

The 38-year-old bodybuilder started lifting weights to overcome the negative effects of bullying during his early years. Soon, he started building a ripped physique and making videos on bodybuilding. But the shift in the type of content he posted online happened during the COVID pandemic. Deyzel tore a bicep during the pandemic and realized the importance of doing purposeful videos online. 

Soon, he became a social media sensation, spreading positivity in his followers’ lives. In a Q&A organized by the bodybuilder, a person asked Deyzel, “Bro I have been suffering from body dysmorphia what should I do??” Resonating with his fan’s situation, the iconic bodybuilder stated, “I have been there brother!” 

Stressing the importance of the fitness journey, the 38-year-old said, “Don’t compare yourself to others on social media. Look at old photos and see how you’ve progressed.” Despite living in a social media age, one can overcome mental health conditions like body dysmorphia with “self love/gratitude.” Earlier, the 8x Mr. Olympia Ronnie Coleman also stressed about how bodybuilders are affected by this issue.  

The King speaks about body dysmorphia in bodybuilders

Not just Noel Deyzel, Ronnie Coleman, who built a physique that stunned the bodybuilding world in the 2000s, also dealt with the issue in one of his latest podcasts on The Iced Coffee Hour. Accepting its existence in the bodybuilding community, Coleman stated that body dysmorphia prevalence has been on the rise with the advent of social media.

Even the elite bodybuilder with seven Mr. Olympia titles, Phil Heath, also opened up about his struggle with the condition. “Body dysmorphia is real. It’ll truly steal the joy out of your days making yourself believe that you’re not good enough and you’ll never ever reach your goal…,” he said in one of his posts, which earned massive support from the bodybuilding community.

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Despite the many positive aspects of social media, it has immensely contributed to body dysmorphia among bodybuilders as they compare themselves with their counterparts. Apart from that, the online fitness community also reflects on the flaws of their icons, building up the pressure. But progress and peace lie in loving oneself while training consistently. Do you agree? Let us know in the comments below.

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