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[quote=Anonymous]People here seem fixated on the bodybuilder look and how gross it is but I am pretty sure what they have in mind is the dudes on roids on stage day. No one looks like that outside of the few days around the show. If OP is not on gear he likely does not look anything like that. He is probably just very lean with muscle definition. If the wife’s issue really is the appearance, adding some fat might help. Looking strong without showing the outline of every muscle and vein is a very attractive look. I am someone very serious about lifting myself and can definitely appreciate muscle, but also prefer men who are not ultra lean. That said, if it this is the OP’s preference, then he should feel free to look that way and see if this is something his wife can get over.

My husband also constantly complains about my muscular arms and shoulders which I love (and often get complimented on by others). It is annoying and it sucks feeling unattractive to your partner, but I just love lifting and refuse to become a yoga chick to fit his preferences. The main reason I stay is our son. Without kids, OP, I would be thinking really hard whether to stay in this relationship. Definitely evaluate whether there are other things than your physique she is really upset about, but if this is purely about your appearance I would be reconsidering. Life is too short to spend it with people who drag you down instead of lifting you up. [/quote]

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