If you’re aren’t super sporty you may not know what to say when people ask if you work out. Maybe your idea of being sporty is lifting a mug of beer to your mouth or sitting outside on patios having lunch while enjoying the great outdoors.
Even if you are not athletic you may be fit and healthy which is good enough, not everyone is striving to be Sporty Spice.
Next time someone wants to know if you work out, use one of our fun comebacks. Let us know what you think is the best comeback.
23 Best comebacks when someone asks if you work out
1. Only in bed.
2. Yah, I’m in shape. Unfortunately, it’s the wrong one.
3. I have started cross fit. I cross my fingers and hope that my pants fit.
4. Does running late count as exercise?
5. You don’t get a body like this sitting on the couch watching Netflix.
6. Well, I try to lift my remote control at least 25 times a day. That counts as a workout, right?”
7. I work out my mind by solving complex math problems. I hope that counts?
8. I try to work out in my imagination by coming up with creative excuses to avoid going to the gym.
9. I work out my patience every time I deal with annoying people. That’s a mental exercise, isn’t it?”
10. I’m in committed to sitting on my couch, that’s more my type of thing.
11. I lift my phone to check for notifications. That’s a workout, right?
12. Exercise makes you look better naked. Do does tequilas your choice!
13. I work out my patience every time I’m stuck in traffic. It’s a mental exercise, really.
14. I am doing crunches twice a day now. Captain Crunch in the morning and afternoon.
15. I work out my jaw muscles every time I talk. It’s a never-ending work out.
16. I’m known for working out my fingers by scrolling through social media. It’s a popular digital workout, you know.
17. Well, I’ll work out with you anytime.
18. I lift my phone to check for notifications. That’s a good workout, right?
19. I try to work out when I do my dance moves. It’s a private performance.
20. I’m chasing after my dreams, that should count as cardio?
21. I work out my brain by solving difficult puzzles and riddles.
22. I try to work out my creativity by crafting the perfect Instagram post every day.
23. I work out my fingers by swiping left and right on may favourite dating apps.
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Richard Simmons is an unlikely athlete who loves to work exercise
When you think of someone sporty Richard Simmons doesn’t immediately come to mind. He may not be
out on the NBA court but he knows how to work out and has even made a career out of it.
Richard Simmons is a fitness trainer, who promotes fitness programs and has led people to go on and lose a ton of weight.
Why do people ask if you work out?
People may ask if you like to work out to see if your personal level of physical activity and potentially find a common interest. Asking if you exercise can be a way for them to start a conversation about health and fitness, expressing interest in your well-being, or seeking advice or tips.
In some social settings, discussing exercise and workout routines is a way to bond and connect with others who share similar interests in staying fit and healthy. If you’re hanging out with triathletes, most likely they will be talking about triathlons.
By asking about your workout habits, they may be assessing if you are a suitable romantic partner or friend. Folks want to hang out with like minded people.
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10 famous people who love to work out
Some celebrities are known for their love of working out and going to the gym. I guess if you are a movie star, you need to have the body to go with the glamorous image.
1. Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson
2. Jennifer Lopez
3. Mark Wahlberg
4. Chris Hemsworth
5. Gwyneth Paltrow
6. Zac Efron
7. Jessica Biel
8. LeBron James
9. Arnold Schwarzenegger
10. Halle Berry
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When you are dealing with someone who asks if you work out and you find it stressful, consider getting support from a professional. Talking to a counselor is a great way to work through a challenging situation, and help you find some strategies to work through the person’s behaviour.
Better Help is a great resource where you can talk to a counselor from the comfort of your own home.
Taking care of your own needs isn’t selfish, and you will feel better in the long run.
My workout is reading in bed until my arms hurt. HA HA
Tell the bastard, my exercise routine consists of doing didly squats.
Tell them I get a runner’s high on the way to the fridge.