I’m 66 with a killer body – trolls say my muscles are too masculine but I won’t stop showing off my toned abs in bikinis
A 66-YEAR-OLD woman showed off her impressive physique, including her large biceps that online trolls called too masculine.
The fitness fanatic flexed her muscles as she posed in various swimwear.
In her viral video, TikTok user Stephanie (@seniorstrong) shared her unbothered attitude when it comes to body shamers.
She revealed that a man had recently criticised her for looking too “masculine.”
The hater said that Stephanie’s muscular build made her look like she was “lacking feminity.”
Flexing her both her biceps as she posed in a turqoise two-piece, she shared her indifferent reply.
“I took it as a compliment,” Stephanie told her audience.
She went on to describe herself as “strong, fit, and feminine at 66.”
The fitness expert encouraged anyone with a similar mindset to “get with the program.”
In another video, Stephanie told her audience that growing older shouldn’t prevent them from growing stronger.
She explained that she has “never been on to care what society thinks.”
The avid exerciser said she was focusing on “dressing, acting, and ageing” on her own terms.
Her followers shared their thoughts on the rude remark in the comments section.
“Honey, you are fabulous!!! Nothing masculine about you!” wrote one viewer.
“I see a total 100% feminine strong energy, amazing and inspirational,” said another TikTok user.
“You look amazing! You inspire me to work out!” commented a third person.
Others pointed out that the unnamed man’s issue may actually be with himself.
Stephanie's fitness tips
Stephanie often shares insights and advice on working out on her social media. Here are some of her top tips:
- Lift weights five to six times a week to keep your muscles and bones strong.
- Move while carrying either dumbbells or a kettlebell is key for strong bones, core,a nd overall balance.
- Consume one gram of protein per pound of bodyweight.
- Train your legs every three days to keep them strong.
- Do sumo squats to improve balance, strengthen your core, and strengthen your inner thighs.
“That’s just jealously, you’re an inspiration and look fantastic,” wrote one commenter.
“He must not feel masculine enough when he sees your beauty and strength. Get them girl!! You are gorgeous!” said another person.
“Yeah, they [are] just jealous! You are a beautiful woman, an inspiration for women and health!” agreed one viewer.
“People will criticise you only because they envy you! You look amazing!” pointed out another follower.
“As you should. Men like that are intimidated with such a women,” wrote one person.