Why Most People Train Like Bodybuilders (But Shouldn’t) | HybridCypher

In this episode of Flex Appeal, I sit down with Claire to talk about what fitness really looks like in the real world — not the version you see on social media.From going from “not sporty at all” to training for a triathlon, Claire shares her journey as a single mum balancing fitness, work, and life — and why the goal isn’t just weight loss, but being able to actually live your life.We dive into:Why most people train like bodybuilders (and why that might be holding you back)The pressure of social media and unrealistic fitness standardsFinding a style of training that actually fits your lifestyleThe importance of long-term health over short-term resultsBalancing fitness with real responsibilities like work, parenting, and recoveryWhy enjoyment is the key to staying consistentThis is a real conversation about fitness without the filters — no extremes, no gimmicks, just honest insight into what it actually takes to build a sustainable, healthy lifestyle.