It’s no secret that the world is filled with tons of celebrity couples. Of course, in Hollywood, people are constantly breaking up and making up. So, it’s a little hard to keep track sometimes. There have been tons of great gay couples over the years, some that we can’t even believe dated other people before their current spouses. Keep scrolling to see just how many of these couples you remember…

Ricky Martin and Carlos Gonzalez Abella

The iconic Ricky Martin found love with economist Carlos Gonzalez Abella for several years. During this relationship, the singer admitted that he was somewhat confused about his orientation, coming out as bi.

Ricky Martin and Carlos Gonzalez Abella

Although the couple grew a lot as individuals during the course of their relationship, the pairing didn’t last and they eventually separated in 2014. Today, Martin is married to the Syrian-Swedish artist Jwan Yosef — and together, they are raising four children.

Kristen Stewart and Stella Maxwell

Kristen Stewart and Stella Maxwell were together for the best part of two years between December 2016 and August 2019. The actress and Victoria’s Secret angel enjoyed a mostly stable romance and seemed to be very much in love!

Kristen Stewart and Stella Maxwell

They were an incredibly stylish couple — so much so that many commented on their ability to coordinate their fashion choices. There’s no official reason why this pair ended, and they even reunited briefly in 2019, but it ultimately wasn’t meant to be.

Sarah Paulson and Cherry Jones

This couple dated for around five years, from 2004 to 2009! They were young and madly in love. Unfortunately, they ended up separating.

Sarah Paulson and Cherry Jones

But, they did say it was a happy breakup; that they grew as individuals and have a ton of respect for each other. Cherry admitted that it was refreshing to be alone and to be able to deepen friendships as an adult.

Miley Cyrus and Stella Maxwell

We bet you don’t remember this one! Miley Cyrus and Victoria’s Secret model Stella Maxwell dated for a short period of time back in 2015. They were supposedly introduced through Miley’s assistant.

Miley Cyrus and Stella Maxwell

Things were kind of doomed from the start, with Miley declaring that things weren’t very serious with the model. It was during this time that Miley came out as pansexual and said she was very open to dating.

Lena Waithe and Alana Mayo

Lena Waithe and Alana Mayo actually got married! But… it only lasted a mere two months. They got hitched spontaneously, exchanging vows at a courthouse that they were driving past at the time.

Lena Waithe and Alana Mayo

The couple was one of the first black, female couples in Hollywood — and naturally, they were loved by many in the industry. So, when they filed for divorce just two months after the wedding, many were heartbroken.

Troye Sivan and Jacob Bixenman

The YouTuber and model made a great couple, with Jacob even appearing in one of Troye’s music videos. This young couple lasted for four years. Well, surprise — this relationship was another casualty of the pandemic.

Troye Sivan and Jacob Bixenman

Fans began noticing that there was little mention of each other on social media, especially on the day that should have been their four-year anniversary. They’re said to have split amicably and still follow each other on social media. Maybe it just wasn’t meant to be.

Sam Smith and Brandon Flynn

This romance started back in 2017 but sadly, it ended nine months later. This couple really fell head over heels for each other. Not only were they frequently spotted in public together, but Smith also spoke publicly about the relationship and how happy he was.

Sam Smith and Brandon Flynn

This breakup was definitely a painful one, with Smith admitting that he had difficulty talking about it. It was reportedly related to scheduling issues, although they did split amicably. Now, they’re both focusing on their respective careers.

Ireland Baldwin and Angel Haze

This pair dated back in 2014, after they were introduced to each other during New York Fashion Week! They started off as good friends, but as time went on, they became romantically involved. Angel Haze expressed some discomfort that the media refused to see this relationship as authentic — often citing them as friends when, in reality, they were dating.

Ireland Baldwin and Angel Haze

There was never an official reason given for their split, but it was reported that Baldwin’s mental health was declining and the industry was just too invasive in regard to the relationship, which added unnecessary pressure.

Cara Delevingne and Michelle Rodriguez

Cara Delevingne and Michelle Rodriguez dated way back in 2014, but there was one problem with this relationship — the age difference! Cara was a young model who wanted to let loose and Michelle was in her mid-30s looking for something more serious.

Cara Delevingne and Michelle Rodriguez

They shared a very public relationship, often pictured at basketball games together and even a Beyoncé concert. Sources claimed that Michelle had a hard time constantly seeing Cara with other women, not to mention the fact that she had much less interest in being in the limelight. These differences obviously proved to be too much to overcome.

Ruby Rose and Jessica Origliasso

These two have had a very turbulent relationship, packed with lots of highs and lows. Ruby Rose and Jessica Origliasso were on and off over the span of two years. Eventually, things soured, leading to a very public breakup.

Ruby Rose and Jessica Origliasso

They split in 2018, confirming the separation online. Initially, the split seemed amicable. However, it all took a turn for the worse when Jess revealed her new partner. Jessica claimed that Ruby Rose began harassing her online. They all seem to have moved on now, though, with Ruby going on to date Caity Lotz.

Lance Bass and Reichen Lehmkuhl

NSYNC star Lance Bass and model Reichen Lehmkuhl had a great relationship back in the day, starting off as friends and gradually becoming more. During this relationship, they made plenty of public appearances together. It was this relationship that inspired Bass to publicly come out as gay.

Lance Bass and Reichen Lehmkuhl

Things started to get rocky when Bass was spotted without his boyfriend at a party. They eventually confirmed the split in 2006, although the two still remain friendly.

Ellen DeGeneres and Anne Heche

Ellen is one of the most public LGBTQ+ figures in the world. She met Anne Heche in 1997 and it was this relationship that led the comedian to come out publically.

15. Ellen DeGeneres and Anne Heche

The relationship lasted three and a half years. While official reports claimed that the split was mutual and amicable, Ellen was reportedly left feeling broken-hearted and betrayed by the breakup.

Lindsay Lohan and Samantha Ronson

This couple was a media bombshell back in 2008. Lindsay Lohan and Samantha Ronson were on and off for a few months, before splitting for good. Reports claim that they were toxic together. It was a short relationship, but allegedly full of drama.

16. Lindsay Lohan and Samantha Ronson

They were said to have started as friends, before quickly developing romantic feelings towards each other. Unfortunately for Ronson, Lohan’s father blamed her for much of Lohan’s wild behavior. That, along with the pressures of fame and media attention, led to this breakup.

Ruby Rose and Phoebe Dahl

This couple dated for two years and were even engaged for some time. The Orange Is the New Black star and fashion designer seemed to hit it off instantly. They had big plans for the wedding, with Dahl wanting to use the wedding as an opportunity to promote the LGBTQ+ community and increase her charity work.

Ruby Rose and Phoebe Dahl

For this reason, the split came as somewhat of a shock — although reports indicate that the split was supposedly amicable and that the two remain close friends. There was never an official reason given for the split but they said in their separation statement that there was still a lot of love.

B.D. Wong and Richie Jackson

B.D. Wong and Richie Jackson dated for a whopping 16 years! The couple began dating in 1988 and they even had twins through a surrogate, though sadly, only one son survived.

B.D. Wong and Richie Jackson

There was never a reason given for the split, but they ended the relationship in 2004. Both B.D. Wong and Richie Jackson have both remarried and remain committed to co-parenting their son, Jackson Foo.

Miley Cyrus and Kaitlynn Carter

Who remembers this iconic duo? It was just what Miley needed after she ended her long-term relationship with Liam Hemsworth — a partner to let off some steam with. According to sources, it was a relationship of exploration and living in the moment. It’s safe to say that they achieved the shock factor and set social media alight with candid snaps.

Miley Cyrus and Kaitlynn Carter

Miley loves to shock the public so it’s safe to say that this was certainly a surprise! Kaitlynn was married to Brody Jenner prior to dating Miley. Brody claimed that he only found out about his ex’s new fling through the media when photos emerged of the two. Ultimately, it didn’t work out and the relationship was short-lived.

Cara Delevingne and Ashley Benson

Cara and Ashley dated for two years, believe it or not! They had some rocky patches but the relationship seemed strong — so much so that there were even rumors of a wedding! They met while working together on the film Her Smell. This relationship had a lot of public support and they were one of the most iconic modern pairings.

Cara Delevingne and Ashley Benson

Unfortunately, by 2020, there were reports that the couple had split. The pandemic apparently had a lot to do with this. After all, quarantining was tough for many couples, and these two were unfortunately no exception.

Zachary Quinto and Miles McMillan

Zachary Quinto and Miles McMillan started dating in 2013 and split six years later, in 2019. McMillan has since moved on, whereas Quinto doesn’t seem to be romantically involved with anyone.

Zachary Quinto and Miles McMillan

Rumors of the split emerged when both Quinto and McMillan arrived separately at different Oscars after-parties. It was an amicable split and, although there were once rumors of an engagement, Quinto revealed that marriage was never in the cards for them.

Teddy Geiger and Emily Hampshire

These beautiful stars were one of the hottest LGBTQ+ couples when they first began — and their whirlwind romance even led to an engagement! Emily was Teddy’s first public relationship since she came out as transgender in 2017.

Teddy Geiger and Emily Hampshire

This relationship was heavily documented on social media, with the two frequently appearing on each other’s Instagram feeds. There was no official reason given for the split.

Tessa Thompson and Janelle Monae

These two were never exactly open about their relationship, but it wasn’t exactly a secret either. They have been linked since 2018, and have been the center of many questions since they’ve never officially defined the relationship.

Tessa Thompson and Janelle Monae

They have provoked many rumors about a relationship due to the content of some of Monae’s videos and music, where Thompson has appeared in choreography that suggests sizzling chemistry between the two women.

Adam Lambert and Javi Costa Polo

This couple dated briefly, during which they documented the relationship online. Although there was a significant age difference between the two, it didn’t seem to affect the relationship. Lambert even wrote songs for Costa Polo, such as “New Eyes”.

Adam Lambert and Javi Costa Polo

They seemed like a great pairing but reports indicate that the romance couldn’t continue due to the distance, with Lambert living in the US and Costa Polo in Spain. Costa Polo’s visa expired, meaning that he had to leave the US, ultimately leading to their breakup.

Portia de Rossi and Francesca Gregorini

Before Ellen, Portia de Rossi dated Francesca Gregorini for around four years. When they were together, Portia had not yet come out publically. They ventured into young adulthood, even buying a house and moving in together.

Portia de Rossi and Francesca Gregorini

It’s said that the couple split when Portia met Ellen backstage at an event. It was heartbreaking for Gregorini. However, years later, she opened up and explained that she’s a close friend of Portia as well as Ellen.

Luke Evans and Jon Kortajarena

This pair of actors started dating in 2014 and instantly became a media sensation. Supposedly, the relationship lasted just two years and ended in 2016, although there were rumors of a reconciliation in 2017.

Luke Evans and Jon Kortajarena

This rumor turned out to be false. In reality, it was just the media speculating after seeing a mysterious Instagram post on Evans’ account. They remain separated, but on good terms.

Kristen Stewart and Alicia Cargile

This couple started dating in 2015 and it was in this relationship that Stewart came out. The relationship was far from perfect, however, it did help Kristen come to terms with her orientation. They broke up multiple times, but eventually, Kristen publically declared her love for Alicia and it seemed that they were on the path to a serious future

25. Kristen Stewart and Alicia Cargile

However, it wasn’t meant to be. They never really confirmed the split, but it became evident when they no longer appeared together in public or even spoke of each other.

Colton Haynes and Jeff Leatham

This couple is another that unfortunately didn’t work out. They had a short-lived marriage, although the split was sudden and came as a shock to many. Supposedly, though, it was amicable and there was no legal challenge.

Colton Haynes and Jeff Leatham

Rumors of trouble in the relationship whirled when Colton released a song with lyrics that indicated infidelity in the relationship. However, he quickly clarified that the song was written about a past relationship and had nothing to do with Jeff.

Elliot Page and Emma Portner

They met through social media like many modern couples do, and they even got married. Sadly, it was another union that didn’t last. During the relationship, Elliot came out as transgender and Emma was fully supportive of his decision.

27. Elliot Page and Emma Portner

The marriage lasted three years before the two went their separate ways. Despite the support that Emma gave Elliot, some suggest that the separation and subsequent divorce came as a result of Elliot’s transition.

Taryn Manning and Anne Cline

This is another couple with an age gap that couldn’t go the distance. Orange Is the New Black star Taryn Manning and Anne Cline quickly fell for each other and almost instantly got engaged. However, some sources note that Taryn only said yes because she was put on the spot in a crowded bar.

Taryn Manning and Anne Cline

Ultimately, reports suggest that Manning didn’t feel like the relationship was going in the direction that she wanted. So, after just two months, she broke off the engagement. They’ve both since moved on.

Joe Exotic and Dillon Passage

Joe Exotic married Dillon Passage shortly after the passing of his previous husband, who was involved in a firearm accident. The pair got married in 2017 and after just nine short months, Joe Exotic was arrested.

Joe Exotic and Dillon Passage

Reports suggest that this couple split, as Dillon grew lonely with Joe locked away. Joe was reportedly very upset at the news of the divorce petition and felt betrayed by the breakup.

Chelsea Fairless and Lea DeLaria

This couple was together for four years and seemed to have a great relationship. Although they were engaged, Fairless and DeLaria broke up abruptly just days before their wedding was supposed to take place.

30. Chelsea Fairless and Lea DeLaria

Reports suggest that the breakup was friendly and that there was still a lot of love and support from both sides. They even made a point to publicly declare that the split was mutual, and that they didn’t want to be part of the typical celebrity breakup narrative.

Anderson Cooper and Benjamin Maisani

This pair has been dating on and off over the years. They first got together in 2009 and dated for nine years. They were very private with their relationship, only confirming the relationship in 2015.

Anderson Cooper and Benjamin Maisani

They supposedly split due to cheating rumors, but they claimed that it was amicable, with Cooper even saying that “we love each other as a family.” They continue to co-parent their two sons.

Gus Kenworthy and Matt Wilkas

Olympian Gus Kenworthy and actor Matt Wilkas had a whirlwind romance after sliding into each other’s DMs. The couple even adopted a pup called Beemo during the relationship and got matching tattoos of the furry child.

Gus Kenworthy and Matt Wilkas

It was reported that they were “taking time apart” after four years together. Their representative told People, however, that “they love and support each other and remain close friends.”

Rosie O’Donnell and Kelli Carpenter

These two were together for almost 10 years, making this one of the longest relationships on the list! Together, they fought for LGBTQ+ rights, battling against the negativity surrounding same-gender couples. During their marriage, they adopted and had a child through artificial insemination.

Rosie O’Donnell and Kelli Carpenter

Reportedly, the couple were very different — and this was anything but a case of opposites attracting. Supposedly, the breakup was pretty messy, not to mention that it was made very public through the media.

Lil Nas X and Yai Ariza

Lil Nas X found love with one of his dancers in his music videos. They even went as far as to share a kiss during a live performance of one of Lil Nas X’s hit songs. They certainly weren’t trying to hide their romance.

Lil Nas X and Yai Ariza

Unfortunately, though, reports suggest that they split as they both needed time to be single and focus more on their careers. Lil Nas X said that he’s not currently looking for love and would rather work on his music.

Ellen DeGeneres and Alexandra Hedison

This relationship started in 2001, shortly after Ellen split from Anne Heche. Apparently, it wasn’t love at first sight, but more of a slow burn. They ended the relationship at an awkward time, right before a cover story about their relationship was released.

Ellen DeGeneres and Alexandra Hedison

The reason for the split is widely known and is due to Ellen meeting her current wife, Portia de Rossi. The two fell in love and therefore decided to separate from their respective partners at the time.

Ross Mathews and Salvador Camarena

This was another long-term relationship that didn’t end up working out. They began dating back in 2008 and bought various pieces of real estate together.

Ross Mathews and Salvador Camarena

They were together for nearly 10 years, but sadly, they couldn’t make it work. The split was allegedly friendly, as they agreed to move forward and support each other as family members.

Cara Delevingne and St. Vincent

This couple dated back in 2015 and it seemed to be one of Cara’s more serious relationships. They lasted a year and a half, and there were even rumors of an engagement between the pair after a romantic getaway in Paris.

Cara Delevingne and St. Vincent

However, reports suggest that Cara’s crazy partying lifestyle led to strains in the relationship. The intense media pressure on both of them also created problems. Though they broke up, they remain close friends and have worked together since.

Brad Walsh and Christian Siriano

This stylish pair started dating in 2007 and everything seemed to be amazing, with a star-studded wedding and all. Their relationship lasted 11 years, two of which they were hitched.

Brad Walsh and Christian Siriano

When news broke of their breakup, Walsh was irritated — and so, he decided to release a statement on Instagram, as he didn’t want the media to be the first to speak publicly of the breakup.

Sara Gilbert and Linda Perry

Gilbert and Perry started dating in 2011 and had an incredible relationship that resulted in marriage and children. They were together for five years and it seemed like they were in it for the long run.

Sara Gilbert and Linda Perry

Although the exact reasons for the split remain unclear, they seem to have parted on friendly terms — like all media-friendly responses, claiming to remain supportive of each other and continue to co-parent.

Amandla Stenberg and King Princess

Stenberg dated King Princess from 2017 to 2019. They made several public appearances together and it seemed like the perfect pairing of two feisty feminists, who bonded over their experiences as women.

Amandla Stenberg and King Princess

Rumors of a breakup emerged when Amandla deleted all pictures of the couple from their Instagram, plus the fact that they stopped following each other.

Ty Herndon and Matt Collum

They were together for more than a decade. So, of course, it came as a surprise when this pairing decided to call it quits. Herndon publicly came out as gay while dating Collum and even dedicated his lyrics to his boyfriend.

Ty Herndon and Matt Collum

When news of the breakup emerged, Herndon thanked his fans for the support over the years and announced that the pair would still remain close.

Luke Evans and Rafa Olarra

This couple announced their romance to the world via Instagram in 2019, posting content of the two vacationing together. They were together during the lockdown and even made some public appearances.

Luke Evans and Rafa Olarra

In October 2020, it was announced that the couple had broken up. In classic social media style, they unfollowed each other and deleted all photos of each other from their respective accounts.

Lambda Garcia and Luja Duhart

The Mexican pop singer and Duhart were in a relationship since 2021 and seemed to hit it off right away, posting snaps on Instagram together.

Lambda Garcia and Luja Duhart

When news broke of the split, Garcia decided to go live on Instagram to explain the breakup and clear up the rumors. In this video, he indeed confirmed that the two had parted ways and that they were looking for privacy in those moments.

Dulceida and Alba Paul

These two had a rocky relationship, but they did get married in 2016. The two were very public about their relationship on social media and used these platforms to give fans couple updates.

Dulceida and Alba Paul

When the first rumors started, they released statements explaining that it was not a breakup, but rather a temporary period of separation to work on themselves and try to grow stronger as a couple. However, they did ultimately break up for good after deciding that there was no way to fix the marriage.

Tasya Van Ree and Amber Heard

Tasya Van Ree and Amber Heard dated from 2008 to 2012, although Amber will always be more famous for her relationship and subsequent breakup with Johnny Depp. Still, when Amber was younger, she dated celebrity photographer Tasya Van Ree.

Tasya Van Ree and Amber Heard

Amber came out as bi during this relationship and was sure the romance would last. Unfortunately, the romance came to an end.

Angelina Jolie and Jenny Shimizu

Angelina Jolie is obviously more associated with dating men, such as Brad Pitt. However, she has also dated women in the past! It is reported that Angelina dated Jenny for several years — and apparently, the twosome had a very healthy and happy relationship.

Angelina Jolie and Jenny Shimizu

It has even been reported that Angelina would have married Jenny if she hadn’t tied the knot with Pitt! They did eventually break up, but remained on good terms, with Jenny even inviting Angelina to her wedding.

40+ Tweets About Exercising We Can All Relate To

By Thalia Shepherd –

Motivation!

There are a lot of steps that people take to motivate themselves to hit the gym. One of the most important for many is trying to find the right music that’ll give them the jumpstart they need.

Motivation!

But for us, much like this person, that’s as far as we get oftentimes. So, we’re glad somebody else has that problem too. On the bright side, at least we have some pretty awesome playlists!

Couple Goals

Finding ways to spend time together as a couple really depends on what you both love to do. It’s difficult to try to find something that both people agree on. But, there are those couples that really love working out together.

Couple Goals

Sometimes, though, if you’re single and not really into exercising, you might share the same sentiment as Robin here. She was just brave enough to put it on social media.

Good Point

Cats are amazing creatures. No matter how thick, they’re still pretty active and healthy. So, maybe this guy is right. We should take a cue from these four-legged furry friends of ours.

Good Point

After all, they don’t really go to the gym — they just simply go about their day without a care in the world. That’s the dream! Plus, they still get tons of affection no matter how much fluff they have!

Adrenaline Rush

Everybody has different schedules in life and so, you have to find the time that works best for you when it comes to your exercise routine. For some, that’s early in the morning — and for others, well, it’s late at night.

Adrenaline Rush

We can completely understand what this guy is talking about when it comes to running at night, though. You really are taking your own life into your hands, and that can be pretty adventurous.

Both Have Abs

For many people, their exercise routine is all about getting those rock-hard abs. But, for us, nobody ever said what type of abs they were talking about. So, this guy may be on to something.

Both Have Abs

After all, you need protein right when you’re exercising, and kebabs have protein in them. This seems like a marriage made in heaven! This can not only save you time but money too.

Playing Favorites

There are so many different types of machines in gyms nowadays. With that, it might be a bit challenging to choose which one you want to jump on when you get there. But, if you have a gym instructor or personal trainer, they’ll have a whole list and/or regiment for you to follow depending on your fitness goals.

Playing Favorites

We’re sure the last thing on that list is the vending machine. But you know, after you have worked out hard and expended lots of calories, you get a little snacky.

Recoup Time

The most important aspect of exercising is allowing your body time to recover after a hard workout. This is so that your muscles can fully recover.

Recoup Time

But, we’re pretty sure the rest that they’re talking about is more like a couple of minutes and not months. On the other hand, that would allow your body enough time to recoup!

Catch You on the Backside

For many people, when they set out to work out in the gym, they want to focus on one or two problematic areas. Many people choose to work on building a better gluteus maximus. One of the best exercises to achieve a nice bum is squats.

Catch You on the Backside

Unfortunately — and we hate to be the bearer of bad news — five squats are not gonna get you to have that round derriere. But, we do think you’re on the right track!

Too Much

Just like with anything else, exercising can be an addiction. There are many people that just love exercise and get a major rush from doing it. That’s why they try to incorporate it in every activity they do.

Too Much

There are many that take their regiment way too seriously, though — so much so that other people get quite annoyed with them. Why do you feel the need to jog from your car to the entrance of the gym?

Modern Exercises

The truth is, no matter what type of activity you do, you can turn it into exercise. Anything that burns calories is technically exercise, so there might be a whole bunch of things that we’re all overlooking that could help us live a healthier life.

Modern Exercises

The struggle is real when it comes to these earbuds getting all tangled up. Although we’ve since invested in some cordless Bluetooth ones, we definitely have flashbacks of what it was like to work out with “old-school” headphones. So, we feel your pain!

This Is Just Unnecessary!

The only way for businesses to thrive is if they actually serve the needs of their customers. So, why this gym wouldn’t take the time to fix their elevator — well, it seems a bit sketchy.

This Is Just Unnecessary!

On the other hand, though, you really shouldn’t be using an elevator if you’re at the gym to exercise. After all, it sort of defeats the very purpose that you’re there…

Playing Games

Sometimes, you just really can’t help yourself. There are a lot of protocols and rules in place at gyms to ensure that everybody safely does their workout. But, if we were working out with someone named Waldo, we would probably have had the same thought if prompted with this kind of question.

Playing Games

But also, it would be pretty easy to spot him right away because he would stick out like a sore thumb. There aren’t many people exercising in a beanie, glasses, and a red-and-white striped shirt.

I Loosened It!

After a hard workout, you want to refuel yourself. That means grabbing yourself a drink like Powerade. This helps rehydrate your body and replenish your electrolytes. Still, even with this kind of recovery, your body is justifiably tired after a long workout.

I Loosened It!

So, we don’t think this guy should feel really bad about the fact he had to have someone help him open his bottle of Powerade. That just goes to show how much work you’re putting in at the gym.

Appearance Is Everything

No matter what stage of life you’re in, there’s always gonna be someone that you want to impress. The same sentiment can apply when it comes to working out.

Appearance Is Everything

After all, many people wear workout clothes as street clothes nowadays, so this makes perfect sense to us. The only question we have is — what’s going to happen when you don’t start toning up or slimming down?!

MMMM! DONUTS!

Fitness has become quite the major industry. There are tons of gadgets and apps that you can utilize to help you reach your goals. But, none of them are designed to help you keep from reaching out and grabbing that donut.

MMMM! DONUTS!

This woman has a unique idea, and we think she should run with it. Patent it before someone else does! This could be the next big thing and make you a millionaire in no time.

Resistance Training

There are many people who talk about using resistance training as a great way to build muscle. This is where you basically use the weight of your body or other tools to add extra tension and this, in turn, causes you to burn more calories whilst building up your muscles.

Resistance Training

So, it’s great that this person is thinking positively about their small weight gain. They’re not technically wrong… these extra pounds could help them in the end.

Checklists

One of the biggest and most important tenets of being an adult is that most of us know what we should do and what we just don’t want to do. For those that aren’t excited about working out or eating healthier, this might as well be their to-do list.

Checklists

We’ve definitely had this be our thought process quite often. After all, who wants to cut things out like fried chicken and fries? Or hit the gym, and get all sweaty and gross? But, in turn, we also know that is what’s necessary.

That’s Not Good

Though many experts say counting calories isn’t the way to go, most of us still have been trained to believe that it’s necessary. Sure — you should keep an eye on what you’re eating and make sure you’re not consuming anything in excess.

That’s Not Good

But, there should never be a time when you feel you have to explain what you’ve eaten. Though sometimes we have to admit when we’re entering things into our fitness app, we feel like this is something that could happen to us too.

Good Question

With so many different types of machines in gyms, it’s often hard to decide what you want to work on — or even know what they’re meant to do. That’s why there are professionals and trainers floating around gyms, so you can ask them for guidance.

Good Question

But, we’re not sure this guy really understands what these particular benches are meant for. Still, we’d probably feel the same way, especially if we’ve just had a long workout session.

New Exciting Activities

Every time your body moves, you’re burning calories. So many people track their physical activity throughout the day. But, when you’re using an app, they have the traditional stuff — so sometimes you just have to add things that pertain to your life.

New Exciting Activities

As we get older, we definitely think that this should be an automatic option in any type of fitness tracker. Because let’s be real, we’ve all done this at least once or twice a week.

Inner Voices

If you’ve struggled with losing weight or maintaining a healthy lifestyle, then you probably have an internal voice that spurs you on. Sometimes, this voice is positive and encouraging — and other times, this voice is not as much of a friend as you’d like it to be.

Inner Voices

But on the flip side, if the voice is telling you that you shouldn’t eat cake, then maybe that voice has never been a friend of yours! After all, a little slice of cake is OK. It’s only if you decide to eat the whole thing that it’s bad, right?!

New Math

Every year most of us sit down and write out our New Year’s resolutions. We’re gonna go ahead and predict that probably 90% of us have some sort of weight loss goal on our lists. But sometimes, we don’t quite hit the mark!

New Math

We can definitely feel this person’s tweet, especially when it comes to the holiday season. It seems that maybe we all gain a bit more at that time because of all the delicious food — Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s…

Look at Me!

Most of us start exercising because we want to feel healthier and look better. But, we’re sure that many people also work out so they can show off the fact that they, ya know, work out. That’s where the smug attitude comes into play.

Look at Me!

After all, many will definitely feel smug when it comes to being healthier than other people. Of course, we hope Ken here is being sarcastic although we do understand where he’s coming from.

Conditional Friendship

Friends should love and accept each other for who they are. Still, just because that’s how a friendship should be, it doesn’t mean that people are immune to jealousy.

Conditional Friendship

So, we can understand Elizabeth’s tweet here — although we have a feeling that she’s kidding. Who would let this kind of thing ruin a friendship anyway?

No One Will Know

There are a lot of benefits of technology. Not only has it made accessing information easier, but it also has made covering up the fact you’re not going to the gym much easier. Once again, there should be no reason you have to do this, but it’s an option just in case.

No One Will Know

There’s surely more than one of us out there who has done this and not felt a tinge of guilt when we did it. After all, staying home and watching TV is another form of self-care, right?!

Not Approved

Sometimes, the hardest part of working out is the actual process of starting. Many of us really enjoy it… once we get ourselves motivated to start, that is. Or maybe we’re just all faking it until we make it.

Not Approved

We’re gonna go ahead and bet that it’s the latter. After all, there are tons of people that absolutely hate exercising but feel better when they’ve done it.

I’m Done

When you’re not really into exercising, and you’re trying to add it to your daily routine, you should take baby steps until you’re ready to leap. Even so, we think this is probably a bit too small of a baby step.

I’m Done

Though, on the other hand, some sports bras are really difficult to put on. So, by the time you actually get it on, you’re sweating to the point that you feel like you’ve just worked out.

Going Nowhere

We’ve all heard of Greek mythology and its stories. According to one, Sisyphus was punished by Zeus for cheating death twice and so, he was forced to roll a boulder up a hill only for it to roll down every time it neared the top. The worst part? He had to repeat this action for eternity.

Going Nowhere

That analogy can quite easily be tied to many of our experiences in the gym. In some ways, if you think about it, this person is actually on to something. Maybe this is the modern form of that same torture!

Finally!

Science shows the kind of endorphin rush you can experience after a workout. But while this may be scientifically proven, we can’t help but gravitate towards Sarah here.

Finally!

After all, when you’re done with a day in the gym, it’s quite a relief to be able to sit down and relax. So, perhaps it isn’t so much a rush of exhilaration — but more about the sense of relief.

Substitution

Sometimes, the best way to get into exercise is to rethink and restructure how you think about everyday activities. Substituting something for another is very common when it comes to diets and portion control — although that’s not always the case when it comes to exercise.

Substitution

So, we applaud this person who took the extra steps to make sure she got her exercise in today while she was getting her caramel Frappuccino.

The Struggle is Real!

There are just some things in life that we all can get behind. The fact that putting on a pair of freshly laundered jeans is a challenge for many of us is one of those. It’s definitely an exercise that should be applauded.

The Struggle is Real!

After all, we all know that by the time you’re done shimmying into those jeans and actually getting them zipped up, you feel like you’ve run a marathon.

Feeling Good

When you’re reprioritizing your life and trying to make sure that you can fit everything into your budget, there are just some things that have to go. If, for instance, you have a gym membership and you just don’t use it, then — by all means — you should cancel it.

Feeling Good

We could definitely see how that would lead to some sort of exhilaration. After all, you won’t have to act like you’re going to the gym. It’s almost like you’ll be free to be whoever you want to be.

Finding the Brightside

Exercise can be quite a draining experience unless you’re really into it. So, just like anything else that you’re not a big fan of, you have to find the positive in this situation.

Finding the Brightside

This guy seems to be on the right track with that idea. Finding the positive in a sit-up is just the first step into a long line of retraining his brain to see the positive in everything.

No, I’m Good

Sometimes, gyms are more about the social aspect. At least that’s the way it is for some people. It actually is quite challenging to make it seem like you’re doing something when you’re not doing anything.

No, I’m Good

So, we can understand why this guy feels that it’s almost like he’s exercising when he stands around machines and acts like he knows what he’s doing. Maybe he could even teach a class!

Rude!

Credit card companies have developed a lot of systems to ensure that there’s less identity theft. These systems help quite a bit, but sometimes, they can wind up being pretty darn rude.

Rude!

We would be ticked off if we were this person and our credit card company flagged a gym membership purchase as a fraud. After all, what does that say about what we purchase?! We need to really pay attention to what we’re buying!

Are You Joking!

Fashion today has many people supporting things that look like athletic wear during their everyday errands. Because of this, people think that you’re coming directly from the gym and want to congratulate you for doing so.

Are You Joking!

But, if we were in this cab, we would die laughing too. Because frankly, the New York marathon is quite a challenge, and we would be dead within four steps.

Check-In

Social media has made it super easy to have people be your accountability buddies. This means that many people get together and form groups and post the results of their exercises.

Check-In

But, when that goes down, what are we supposed to do? Like everything else in our lives, having social media go down stops everybody in their tracks. Maybe that’s something we should think about and really try to change.

True Story

Have you ever chased an ice cube across the floor? If you have, then just like us, you feel for Bill Murray in this tweet. It’s almost like a cardio exercise, and he should most definitely count it against his exercise for the day.

True Story

In reality, we’re sure that —knowing who this is — this tweet was written in a pretty comedic fashion. Hopefully, with minimal swear words! But, probably not!

Going With the Flow

One of the biggest things to learn in life is that you need to listen to your body. So, if you’re doing exercises and you lay down, and your body says it’s time to take a nap, then that’s what you should do.

Going With the Flow

Be prepared for some ridicule if you’re doing it in a gym, though. We completely understand and support this action, but you just have to be OK with the fact that people will stare.

Asking for a Friend

There are things in life that can burn calories that people would never guess. Sometimes, when you’re going through some rough times in life, you might wonder if you’re actually getting some exercise in when you’re not feeling very up to it.

Asking for a Friend

We can understand this idea. After all, who hasn’t slid down the wall crying? At least once in your life, everybody does this, and it would be nice to know how many calories it burns when all is said and done.

Unfair Practices

One of the best things about having a hot tub at home is that you can sit back and relax in the comfort of your own house. So, why can we do it at home but we can’t do it at a gym?

Unfair Practices

This seems like a valid question. Still, we can only assume that Mary is joking here. While some rules are more bogus than others, we do have to side with the gym on this one. We mean, you’re at the gym working out so the first thing you should be drinking is water — and the last, well, is adult beverages. Plus, the establishment would technically be liable if anything were to happen (G-d forbid).

It’s About the Destination

There are those that can head out the door and have enough motivation to simply want to exercise. There are others that need that carrot dangled in front of their face for them to chase it.

It’s About the Destination

For us, what better carrot than a nice trip for a good sandwich? Though we understand why this person feels this way, he just has to understand everybody has their own motivations.

Pacing Myself

The trick to ensuring that you stay consistent with exercising is being realistic. Setting those goals that are achievable for you will help you keep up with your exercise routine. So, maybe this guy has got it down pat.

Pacing Myself

However, we’re not sure that he’ll be able to keep up his results if he continues to work out one month on, one month off. Still, we can understand where he’s coming from!

No Need for Overexertion

If something is put into a building or an establishment, it’s meant to be used. Even though you’re there to exercise, it doesn’t mean that you need to go above and beyond all the time.

No Need for Overexertion

So, the fact that this person wants to take the elevator just means that he may spend a few extra minutes on the StairMaster. Either way it goes, he’s getting exercise.

Solid Plan

Unless someone is in the room with you when you step on a scale, no one’s going to know if you don’t tell the whole truth. But you’ll know deep down, and that might be enough to cause you to feel anxious when someone asks you a question about your weight.

Solid Plan

On the other hand, whose business is it? Unless you’re filling out some sort of form in which your weight is required, like a driver’s license or a doctor’s appointment form, no one else needs to know.