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‘I Want To Eat More Protein Without Triggering My ED’

Practical tips for someone who wants to fuel their workouts with more protein but doesn’t want to track.

Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya —

May 27, 2025

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The Parlour

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I Found My Family of Freaks

Every day, I get a little closer to having to say that final Goodbye to my gym family.

Stef Rubino —

May 14, 2025

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food lists

A Queer Powerlifter’s Guide to the Perfect Protein Bar

Ranking some of the leading protein bar brands and flavors!

Stef Rubino —

Apr 7, 2025

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The Gray Sweatpants That Changed Everything

I can be femme and strong and gay and comfortable and hot and relaxed, all embodied in one outfit.

Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya —

Jan 3, 2025

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The Ultimate Queer Workout Playlist To Get You Actually Excited About the Gym

If you’re anything like me, you’ve avoided The Gym because it’s a scary place.

Motti —

Dec 30, 2024

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A Queer Guide to Starting Strength Training

The right time to start something new is anytime.

Stef Rubino —

Dec 26, 2024

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My First Powerlifting Meet Confirmed It’s a Sport for Misfits Like Me

In my experiences in strength sports so far, I’ve seen nothing but kindness and compassion and enthusiasm for fellow competitors.

Stef Rubino —

Nov 30, 2023

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I Never Thought I’d Love Powerlifting; Now I’m Training for My First Competition

Tomorrow, I take the platform to see what year and some change has done to my body, my drive, and my spirit.

Stef Rubino —

Nov 17, 2023

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international nonbinary people's day

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Getting Strong: A Conversation Between Two Nonbinary Humans About Weight Lifting

“When I say getting strong rules, I don’t have any number or definition in mind when I say that. It’s cool for people, as INDIVIDUALS, to feel like they’re strong…

Nico —

Jul 14, 2023

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Rethinking the Power of Movement, One Barbell at a Time

Up until a few months ago, I never felt very strong. I was a fat kid who grew into a fat teenager, and now I’m a fat adult.

Stef Rubino —

Jan 30, 2023

strength training

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Working Out at a Strength Gym Has Been Great, but These Exercises Make Me Want To Scream

Even though I believe in complete body liberation and fat freedom, I don’t like to talk about my “I’ve been fat my whole life” baggage.

Stef Rubino —

Nov 21, 2022