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We may be ‘the healthiest generation ever’, but as I work out I wonder ... would I be happier at the pub? | Isabel Brooks

Gen Z’s exercise habit may have physical benefits, but I wish we weren’t too busy and poor to catch up over a pintA couple of years ago, I became obsessed with changing my body. Inspired by “gymfluencers” and an Instagram feed filled with workouts and progress journeys, I dug into gym culture, often spending two hours weightlifting in one day, nauseous from chocolate-flavoured shakes and consuming more than 100g of protein daily to bulk my gluteal muscles and build a “revenge booty”.Statistics suggest I am not alone. A recent industry report shows that gym memberships for gen Zers have risen quickly over the past few years, almost doubling since 2020. Moreover, 30% of this generation are regularly working out in fitness facilities, compared with 15-25% of the total adult population.Isabel Brooks is a freelance writer Continue reading...


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