For any of you, does bodybuilding make you enjoy being nude even more. I know that's the case for me. And yet, some people say you can't be both a bodybuilder and a nudist.
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Tom DMay 1, 2025I don't see why not. Bodybuilders wear next to nothing when they compete. Prior to the late1980's, it was not unusual for bodybuilders to train nude in male only locations.
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SteveMay 1, 2025If you work hard to build your body and are happy to share your results with others, then why not nude?
ReactReply - VAVasantOriginal PosterMay 2, 2025
Minimalist75, I didn't know bodybuilders used to train nude in male-only locations. Also, I don't know anybody who thinks you can't both a bodybuilder and a nudist. I just know that one of the tenets of nudism is body positivity. A lot of people think that if you're a nudist, you should believe all bodies are beautiful and that you don't think that if you're trying to change the way your body looks. I've never met anyone like that luckily. I just feel like that's the attitude some people would have towards nudism.
ReactReply - VAVasantOriginal PosterMay 2, 2025
I like that viewpoint, Steve.
ReactReply - TDTom DMay 2, 2025[quote]Minimalist75, I didn't know bodybuilders used to train nude in male-only locations. Also, I don't know anybody who thinks you can't both a bodybuilder and a nudist. I just know that one of the tenets of nudism is body positivity. A lot of people think that if you're a nudist, you should believe all bodies are beautiful and that you don't think that if you're trying to change the way your body looks. I've never met anyone like that luckily. I just feel like that's the attitude some people would have towards nudism.[/quote] You are way to young to remember it. I saw it a few times in the 70's and 80's and heard and read about it more often.ReactReply
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traildocMay 2, 2025I have a small home gym and workout in the nude all the time. Im certainly not on par with a professional body builder but I dont see why you couldnt be both if you enjoy it.
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PaulMay 2, 2025[quote]You are way to young to remember it. I saw it a few times in the 70's and 80's and heard and read about it more often.[/quote] I joined a men's athletic club in the early 80s. They went on and on about how the weight/exercise room is NOT clothing optional -- the rest of the club was clothing optional. I didn't figure out why they were making such a big deal of it until about 20 years later. Then, suddenly, Oh, the entire place used to be clothing optional. Duh! I'm guessing the switch to having the weight/exercise room be clothing required was fairly recent when I joined.ReactReply - TDTom DMay 2, 2025[quote]You are way to young to remember it. I saw it a few times in the 70's and 80's and heard and read about it more often. I joined a men's athletic club in the early 80s. They went on and on about how the weight/exercise room is NOT clothing optional -- the rest of the club was clothing optional. I didn't figure out why they were making such a big deal of it until about 20 years later. Then, suddenly, Oh, the entire place used to be clothing optional. Duh! I'm guessing the switch to having the weight/exercise room be clothing required was fairly recent when I joined.[/quote] What areas beside the pool were clothing optional?ReactReply
- VAVasantOriginal PosterMay 3, 2025
That's cool. I didn't know it happened.
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ZekeMay 3, 2025I've enjoyed doing nude run and I prefer to run nude when I can. I've worked out nude at a few nudist resorts, wish they put more effort to upkept the equipment.
ReactReply - TDTom DMay 3, 2025[quote]I've enjoyed doing nude run and I prefer to run nude when I can. I've worked out nude at a few nudist resorts, wish they put more effort to upkept the equipment.[/quote] Yes it seems like the only places to work out nude now are clothing optional resorts, make only spas that cater primarily to gay men, and home gyms.ReactReply
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rdrunningMay 3, 2025I have weights and a benches in a corner of my basement and usually used them naked, why not? When staying at nude resorts, I walk or run the grounds naked. It;s a far more liberating way to go, so why not?
ReactReply - BOBoundlessNudistMay 5, 2025[quote]I don't see why not. Bodybuilders wear next to nothing when they compete. Prior to the late1980's, it was not unusual for bodybuilders to train nude in male only locations.[/quote] I agree. And also the process of weigh is or was often nude. In general I must say: Bodybuilding and Nudism is a great combination. So, Bodybuilder have to be Nudists. They have the understanding of male Body every Nudist should have.ReactReply
- TDTom DMay 5, 2025[quote]I don't see why not. Bodybuilders wear next to nothing when they compete. Prior to the late1980's, it was not unusual for bodybuilders to train nude in male only locations. I agree. And also the process of weigh is or was often nude. In general I must say: Bodybuilding and Nudism is a great combination. So, Bodybuilder have to be Nudists. They have the understanding of male Body every Nudist should have.[/quote] Weigh ins for all athletic activities with weight classes were usually done nude in the past.ReactReply
- BOBoundlessNudistMay 7, 2025[quote]If you work hard to build your body and are happy to share your results with others, then why not nude?[/quote] Thats so true. I agree. A fit muscular Body is made for being nude.ReactReply
- BOBoundlessNudistMay 7, 2025[quote]I've enjoyed doing nude run and I prefer to run nude when I can. I've worked out nude at a few nudist resorts, wish they put more effort to upkept the equipment.[/quote] Should be a duty to do all physical things nude. Gym, athletic, swimming, any kind of physical education. All nude, for everyone, no exception.ReactReply
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NudekjAug 13, 2025[quote]For any of you, does bodybuilding make you enjoy being nude even more. I know that's the case for me. And yet, some people say you can't be both a bodybuilder and a nudist.[/quote] The word gymis an appreviation of the word "gymnasium" , which originates from the ancient Greek word "gymnasion," which is derived from "gymnos," meaning "naked" or "nude". In ancient Greece, the gymnasion was a place for physical exercise and training, usually performed without clothingReactReply - BOBoundlessNudistDec 9, 2025[quote]For any of you, does bodybuilding make you enjoy being nude even more. I know that's the case for me. And yet, some people say you can't be both a bodybuilder and a nudist.[/quote] Everyone can be a Nudist. Not only people, which are good in shape. But especially Bodybuilders.ReactReply
- RORobMay 30, 2026[quote] The word gymis an appreviation of the word "gymnasium" , which originates from the ancient Greek word "gymnasion," which is derived from "gymnos," meaning "naked" or "nude". In ancient Greece, the gymnasion was a place for physical exercise and training, usually performed without clothing[/quote] Very true... there is something very foundational to our core being to engage in physical activity while nude. It is how our bodies evolved and are therefore adapted.ReactReply