Muscle dysmorphia: A bulking problem


Flexing and hurting: Thanks to social media, the buff body trend has grown stronger among men. But when taken to extremes, it can end up hurting one’s body image, mental health and physical wellbeing. — MOHD SAHAR MISNI/The Star

“BRO, how do I get a six-pack?”

That is the most common question asked of Hasif Darwish whenever a new member joins his gym centre in Bukit Jelutong, Shah Alam. The 31-year-old certified trainer often tries to push health and fitness in his training regiments on the initiates, but all they want to hear about is how to sculpt their abs and improve their looks.

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