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Posted: 3/13/2024 1:16:44 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Honest question OP. Can you look down and see your feet ? You are ruining your health and at increased risk of a heart attack. I sure can. I think maybe some people are misinterpreting what 'dad bod' is (or heck, maybe I am). This, is not dad-bod.  This - is. At least to me. 
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Posted: 3/13/2024 7:09:05 AM EDT
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I know we all hate the gun/vet bro clothing, but the fit of the shirts is perfect for what OP describes. That's why I like the shirts so much. I like the Zero Foxtrot stuff but some of the subdued Grunt Style shirts are nice too. Hides my gut while bulking perfectly.
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Posted: 3/13/2024 7:18:27 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I sure can. I think maybe some people are misinterpreting what 'dad bod' is (or heck, maybe I am). This, is not dad-bod. https://media.gettyimages.com/id/84049753/photo/profile-of-obese-man.jpg?s=612x612&w=gi&k=20&c=UCHtPUX1niO_yhYZUVoTDOElPiSeKtqKj8ubHMsEh4I= This - is. At least to me. https://www.womansworld.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2017/07/spl376232-002.jpg Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Honest question OP. Can you look down and see your feet ? You are ruining your health and at increased risk of a heart attack. I sure can. I think maybe some people are misinterpreting what 'dad bod' is (or heck, maybe I am). This, is not dad-bod. https://media.gettyimages.com/id/84049753/photo/profile-of-obese-man.jpg?s=612x612&w=gi&k=20&c=UCHtPUX1niO_yhYZUVoTDOElPiSeKtqKj8ubHMsEh4I= This - is. At least to me. https://www.womansworld.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2017/07/spl376232-002.jpg 
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Posted: 3/13/2024 7:19:24 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: This. The term "Dad Bod" is cringe and just means you've given up. Nobody respects fat. No good looking woman wants to settle for fat. This. Was once a fat boy, then I was a fat dad. When my youngest was little I decided I didn’t want my kids growing up thinking being fat and sloppy was an appropriate way to go through life so I cleaned my shit up. At 5’10 160lb I’m healthier, more mobile, more flexible, and happier. When I was 275 I was a fat piece of shit with no discipline or future. Don’t be fat, don’t drown your organs in alcohol, and stop filling your gut with corn byproducts and chemicals. You’ll live longer maybe. |
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Posted: 3/13/2024 7:54:17 AM EDT
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My gym shirts are tapered. They fit perfectly so I look for t-shirts with the same body taper.
The days of buying a pack of shirts off the rack are over for me. Dress shirts, jackets, vests, and pants have to be tried on before buying. When I was 85-90lbs overweight, nothing fit right so I went a size bigger. 4 years later I'm at 9.5% bf and lift 5 days a week. Nothing fits well because shirts/pants are designed for fatties. I have to buy athletic cut shirts and jeans. Suit pants have to be tailored. If I were you, I'd start looking at athleisure brands: freefly, vuori, Lululemon, neleus, etc. I have found that hunting/outdoor brands usually have a tapered torso: banded, Sitka, Costa, etc. |
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Posted: 3/13/2024 8:41:27 AM EDT
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In this thread we learn who the arfcommers are who don’t understand the term dad bod. Having a decent amount of musculature and having a BF% in the high teens is dad bod. Having little muscle and a BF% of 25+ isn’t,
Bet half the people in this thread are victim weight and proud of their 6 pack but can’t move 225 on any of the big three lifts. 
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Posted: 3/13/2024 8:43:28 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: In this thread we learn who the arfcommers are who don’t understand the term dad bod. Having a decent amount of musculature and having a BF% in the high teens is dad bod. Having little muscle and a BF% of 25+ isn’t, Bet half the people in this thread are victim weight and proud of their 6 pack but can’t move 225 on any of the big three lifts. Quote HistoryQuoted: In this thread we learn who the arfcommers are who don’t understand the term dad bod. Having a decent amount of musculature and having a BF% in the high teens is dad bod. Having little muscle and a BF% of 25+ isn’t, Bet half the people in this thread are victim weight and proud of their 6 pack but can’t move 225 on any of the big three lifts. Dad Bod is the term used to describe the Seth Rogan physique. Not something to aspire to. https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dad%20bod dad bod noun plural dad bods informal : a physique regarded as typical of an average father especially : one that is slightly overweight and not extremely muscular |
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Posted: 3/13/2024 8:49:32 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Dad Bod is the term used to describe the Seth Rogan physique. Not something to aspire to. https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dad%20bod Try again. The dictionary is not common usage. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dad_bod The phrase has been adopted in American culture to describe the physique of a man who was once athletic, but gained a noticeable amount of body fat around the waist as he aged, leading to him having a "beer belly". It is uncommon to use the phrase to describe someone who is generally unfit as the arms, legs, and chest of someone with a "dad bod" are usually still in good shape. For further reading, https://nypost.com/2021/03/25/dad-bods-are-the-biggest-turn-on-for-singles-amid-pandemic/ |
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Posted: 3/13/2024 8:51:52 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Try again. The dictionary is not common usage. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dad_bod The phrase has been adopted in American culture to describe the physique of a man who was once athletic, but gained a noticeable amount of body fat around the waist as he aged, leading to him having a "beer belly". It is uncommon to use the phrase to describe someone who is generally unfit as the arms, legs, and chest of someone with a "dad bod" are usually still in good shape. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Dad Bod is the term used to describe the Seth Rogan physique. Not something to aspire to. https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dad%20bod Try again. The dictionary is not common usage. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dad_bod The phrase has been adopted in American culture to describe the physique of a man who was once athletic, but gained a noticeable amount of body fat around the waist as he aged, leading to him having a "beer belly". It is uncommon to use the phrase to describe someone who is generally unfit as the arms, legs, and chest of someone with a "dad bod" are usually still in good shape. Did you see the picture next to that definition? That's a fat guy. 
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Posted: 3/13/2024 8:54:20 AM EDT
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True Classic Tees have become my go-to t-shirts. They fit good, the material is soft, and they have help up great for over a year. I wear them to work out in and to WORK in. They're pricey but worth it.
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Posted: 3/13/2024 8:56:50 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Did you see the picture next to that definition? That's a fat guy. https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/44/Dadbod.jpg lol. Here’s the picture that started the dad bod shit like 10 years ago. https://nypost.com/2015/07/27/your-dad-bod-is-killing-you-heres-how-to-fix-it/  And from the previous article about dad bods.  They all have one thing in common - decent amount of musculature with a slightly higher BF%. Next thing you’ll tell me is that powerlifters and strongmen are just fat guys lol. |
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Posted: 3/13/2024 9:00:46 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: lol. Here’s the picture that started the dad bod shit like 10 years ago. https://nypost.com/2015/07/27/your-dad-bod-is-killing-you-heres-how-to-fix-it/ https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2015/07/dadbodleomain.jpg?quality=75&strip=all And from the previous article about dad bods. https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/03/dad-bods-dating-hp.jpg?resize=1536,1024&quality=75&strip=all They all have one thing in common - decent amount of musculature with a slightly higher BF%. Next thing you’ll tell me is that powerlifters and strongmen are just fat guys lol. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Did you see the picture next to that definition? That's a fat guy. https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/44/Dadbod.jpg lol. Here’s the picture that started the dad bod shit like 10 years ago. https://nypost.com/2015/07/27/your-dad-bod-is-killing-you-heres-how-to-fix-it/ https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2015/07/dadbodleomain.jpg?quality=75&strip=all And from the previous article about dad bods. https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/03/dad-bods-dating-hp.jpg?resize=1536,1024&quality=75&strip=all They all have one thing in common - decent amount of musculature with a slightly higher BF%. Next thing you’ll tell me is that powerlifters and strongmen are just fat guys lol. Well, a lot of powerlifters and strongmen are fat guys, they are just really strong fat guys. Most fat dads are just fat, even the skinny fat ones. |
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Posted: 3/13/2024 9:06:39 AM EDT
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OP, don't forget a swim shirt. Totally slimming.
 Fat Kid Avoids Ridicule By Swimming With Shirt |
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Posted: 3/13/2024 9:07:21 AM EDT
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I don't think that dad bod is synonymous with fat. It is more like "formerly athletic but now has kids so there is a layer of pudge over the muscles".
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Posted: 3/13/2024 9:08:21 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryI wore a swim shirt on vacation this summer because I'm sick of the dermatologist cutting things off me. I made that shit look good though. |
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Posted: 3/13/2024 9:13:14 AM EDT
[#16]
 Wife bought me this. 
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Posted: 3/13/2024 9:39:53 AM EDT
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I'd say if you were 400 pounds and got down to a "dad bod" that you did a great thing for your health and appearance.
 I'm a little surprised by this thread though, how in the heck can any of you guys feel at all comfortable in those tight fitting True Classic Tees? Who cares if it makes you look better to the ladies, they are pure fire ants unwearable. 
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Posted: 3/13/2024 9:47:54 AM EDT
[#18]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I'd say if you were 400 pounds and got down to a "dad bod" that you did a great thing for your health and appearance. I'm a little surprised by this thread though, how in the heck can any of you guys feel at all comfortable in those tight fitting True Classic Tees? Who cares if it makes you look better to the ladies, they are pure fire ants unwearable. |
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Posted: 3/13/2024 9:50:17 AM EDT
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We figured, why fight it? Use it!
Big Face t-shirts: https://www.themountain.com/big-face-golden-classic-cotton-t-shirt/ I'm usually rockin' this bad boy when I want to run my guns: https://www.amazon.ae/Mountain-Cymbal-Monkey-T-Shirt-X-Large/dp/B00GS13WNW And, they have not one, not two, but three wolf moon shirts: https://www.themountain.com/three-wolf-moon-classic-cotton-t-shirt/ |
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Posted: 3/13/2024 9:52:19 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Depending on your level of autism it's not so simple... I can't wear most shirts because most of them make me feel like I'm wearing fire ants all day (it has to be 100% cotton, but all cotton isn't the same). And if a shirt fits tight in any area it might as well be the same thing as wearing fire ants too. Also, color makes a difference... I'm not sure how, but it does. Black can't exist in my world, as well as most dark shades of any color. Oddly I can usually stand a darker blue, navy or grey and they end up being my favorites if the material and fit is right. If my clothes are driving me crazy all day I just can't function at any level. This guy is allergic to shirts also. Are you two related?  Attached File |
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Posted: 3/13/2024 9:57:05 AM EDT
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Funniest part about this thread is that my incredibly scientific guess is 87% of the guys saying "just join a gym bro, why you fat." Are probably sitting at a desk 12 hours a day pounding down carbs and fat as hell.
Can't just help the poor guy find a decent t-shirt because you are only familiar with the DXL shop . For the record, and to document from whence my moral authority arises, I've dropped 60 pounds in the last 6 months. OP is probably still fitter than me, lol! Down another 2 pounds in the last few days, the trend continues, |
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Posted: 3/13/2024 9:57:39 AM EDT
[#22]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I'd say if you were 400 pounds and got down to a "dad bod" that you did a great thing for your health and appearance. I'm a little surprised by this thread though, how in the heck can any of you guys feel at all comfortable in those tight fitting True Classic Tees? Who cares if it makes you look better to the ladies, they are pure fire ants unwearable. If they are actually tight fitting you need to go one size up. It's not supposed to look like you are wearing your kid's shirt. It's supposed to follow the lines of your body, more like a tailor-made shirt versus the cheap baggy rectangles you normally buy. There should be a bit of space. |
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Posted: 3/13/2024 10:18:39 AM EDT
[#23]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I'd say if you were 400 pounds and got down to a "dad bod" that you did a great thing for your health and appearance. I'm a little surprised by this thread though, how in the heck can any of you guys feel at all comfortable in those tight fitting True Classic Tees? Who cares if it makes you look better to the ladies, they are pure fire ants unwearable. Most people don't have sensory issues with fabrics. |
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Posted: 3/13/2024 10:26:17 AM EDT
[#24]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I've never heard anyone refer to clothing as "fire ants." Maybe polyester shit from the 70s. Are you sure you don't just have dry skin? Eczema? A fire ants infestation in your closet? Fabric softener allergy( I dealt with that once)? Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: I'd say if you were 400 pounds and got down to a "dad bod" that you did a great thing for your health and appearance. I'm a little surprised by this thread though, how in the heck can any of you guys feel at all comfortable in those tight fitting True Classic Tees? Who cares if it makes you look better to the ladies, they are pure fire ants unwearable. I can only wear the finest cotton, it just can't be tight. I don't have dry skin and it's not an allergic reaction, it's more of a mental thing. |
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Posted: 3/13/2024 10:30:12 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: This guy is allergic to shirts also. Are you two related? https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/49496/IMG_8079_jpeg-3157846.JPG Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Depending on your level of autism it's not so simple... I can't wear most shirts because most of them make me feel like I'm wearing fire ants all day (it has to be 100% cotton, but all cotton isn't the same). And if a shirt fits tight in any area it might as well be the same thing as wearing fire ants too. Also, color makes a difference... I'm not sure how, but it does. Black can't exist in my world, as well as most dark shades of any color. Oddly I can usually stand a darker blue, navy or grey and they end up being my favorites if the material and fit is right. If my clothes are driving me crazy all day I just can't function at any level. This guy is allergic to shirts also. Are you two related? https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/49496/IMG_8079_jpeg-3157846.JPG Lol! I'm not big bellied and I never go shirtless, but I do know at least one guy that fits that image (my boss). Big beer belly and shirt off all summer long even sometimes when out in public in view of the ladies.
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Posted: 3/13/2024 10:35:45 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: If they are actually tight fitting you need to go one size up. It's not supposed to look like you are wearing your kid's shirt. It's supposed to follow the lines of your body, more like a tailor-made shirt versus the cheap baggy rectangles you normally buy. There should be a bit of space. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: I'd say if you were 400 pounds and got down to a "dad bod" that you did a great thing for your health and appearance. I'm a little surprised by this thread though, how in the heck can any of you guys feel at all comfortable in those tight fitting True Classic Tees? Who cares if it makes you look better to the ladies, they are pure fire ants unwearable. If they are actually tight fitting you need to go one size up. It's not supposed to look like you are wearing your kid's shirt. It's supposed to follow the lines of your body, more like a tailor-made shirt versus the cheap baggy rectangles you normally buy. There should be a bit of space. Depending on brand I can sometimes (though rarely) get away with wearing an Extra Large, but usually I'm in an XXL. The Bella Canvas shirts I just tried in XXL seemed to fit fine at first, but after the first wash they shrunk and became tight around my arms, shoulders and chest. They don't have a size up from XXL though. |
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Posted: 3/13/2024 10:45:48 AM EDT
[#27]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Most people don't have sensory issues with fabrics. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: I'd say if you were 400 pounds and got down to a "dad bod" that you did a great thing for your health and appearance. I'm a little surprised by this thread though, how in the heck can any of you guys feel at all comfortable in those tight fitting True Classic Tees? Who cares if it makes you look better to the ladies, they are pure fire ants unwearable. Most people don't have sensory issues with fabrics. God I can only imagine... That would open up many doors for me in the clothing compatibility department. Seems like about 10 years ago most brands decided to start using cheap cotton for all their shirts and now it's even worse with every shirt manufacturer going with a tight fit around the arms and upper torso. Seriously stressing out about shirts lately as my wearable stash is hanging on by it's last threads. I have less than zero cares about looking good for the ladies, I just want to be comfortable.
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Posted: 3/13/2024 11:30:30 AM EDT
[#28]
Quote HistoryQuoted: If they are actually tight fitting you need to go one size up. It's not supposed to look like you are wearing your kid's shirt. It's supposed to follow the lines of your body, more like a tailor-made shirt versus the cheap baggy rectangles you normally buy. There should be a bit of space. Like I said before, mediums are starting to fit tight in the arms, chest and back. I ordered a large and those areas fit but it looks like a dress. I think I would rather have a form fitting shirt than a moomoo. |
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Posted: 3/13/2024 12:49:49 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Depending on brand I can sometimes (though rarely) get away with wearing an Extra Large, but usually I'm in an XXL. The Bella Canvas shirts I just tried in XXL seemed to fit fine at first, but after the first wash they shrunk and became tight around my arms, shoulders and chest. They don't have a size up from XXL though. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: I'd say if you were 400 pounds and got down to a "dad bod" that you did a great thing for your health and appearance. I'm a little surprised by this thread though, how in the heck can any of you guys feel at all comfortable in those tight fitting True Classic Tees? Who cares if it makes you look better to the ladies, they are pure fire ants unwearable. If they are actually tight fitting you need to go one size up. It's not supposed to look like you are wearing your kid's shirt. It's supposed to follow the lines of your body, more like a tailor-made shirt versus the cheap baggy rectangles you normally buy. There should be a bit of space. Depending on brand I can sometimes (though rarely) get away with wearing an Extra Large, but usually I'm in an XXL. The Bella Canvas shirts I just tried in XXL seemed to fit fine at first, but after the first wash they shrunk and became tight around my arms, shoulders and chest. They don't have a size up from XXL though. True Classics should never be put through the dryer. Lay flat as the instructions say, wash in cold water. |
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Posted: 3/13/2024 4:42:50 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: True Classics should never be put through the dryer. Lay flat as the instructions say, wash in cold water. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: Quoted: I'd say if you were 400 pounds and got down to a "dad bod" that you did a great thing for your health and appearance. I'm a little surprised by this thread though, how in the heck can any of you guys feel at all comfortable in those tight fitting True Classic Tees? Who cares if it makes you look better to the ladies, they are pure fire ants unwearable. If they are actually tight fitting you need to go one size up. It's not supposed to look like you are wearing your kid's shirt. It's supposed to follow the lines of your body, more like a tailor-made shirt versus the cheap baggy rectangles you normally buy. There should be a bit of space. Depending on brand I can sometimes (though rarely) get away with wearing an Extra Large, but usually I'm in an XXL. The Bella Canvas shirts I just tried in XXL seemed to fit fine at first, but after the first wash they shrunk and became tight around my arms, shoulders and chest. They don't have a size up from XXL though. True Classics should never be put through the dryer. Lay flat as the instructions say, wash in cold water. Definitely not for me then. I need something I can just throw in with the normal wash. Not sure who to test buy from next for a normal fitting quality cotton t-shirt. I've already tried all the obvious ones. 
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Posted: 3/13/2024 4:55:41 PM EDT
[#31]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I know we all hate the gun/vet bro clothing, but the fit of the shirts is perfect for what OP describes. That's why I like the shirts so much. I like the Zero Foxtrot stuff but some of the subdued Grunt Style shirts are nice too. Hides my gut while bulking perfectly. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/394169/IMG_4099_jpeg-3157783.JPG I too like the Zero Foxtrot stuff as well as some others as well as keep mine fairly subdued to avoid the GunVetBro thing. Its usually the plain GS shirts for me, same as 9line etc. |
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Posted: 3/13/2024 4:58:25 PM EDT
[#32]
If you exercise semi-regularly you can look good in normal clothes.
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Posted: 3/13/2024 5:04:41 PM EDT
[#33]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I know people without legs, have horrible conditions, etc that are in the best shape they can be. What's your excuse? Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Not all of us can be a rock-hard specimen of manhood that you are, sport. ;) I know people without legs, have horrible conditions, etc that are in the best shape they can be. What's your excuse? Are you aware that there are people in this world that have a severe medical condition which causes them to be that way? My mother for instance is one of those people. She is a truck driver that has bad knees and a bad back from driving the truck but you probably do not care about that case either. Oh well I am not one of those people I am 6'4" 245lbs and I exercise every day. I would love to see you say something like to my mother in front of me. Probably never happen though you are probably just an internet tough guy. I doubt very seriously you would say that to someones face. Just my thought.What do you think. Oh I am sorry you probably do not have a brain. I on the other hand will be happy to buy you a plane ticket to come here and see if you have the nerve to say that to someone I know |
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Posted: 3/13/2024 6:19:33 PM EDT
[#34]
Quote HistoryQuoted: If you exercise semi-regularly you can look good in normal clothes. It's not like it's even that much time really. 30-40 minutes 3-4 times a week, and not being fat. |
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Posted: 3/13/2024 6:26:02 PM EDT
[#35]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Little Pony was right about Arfcom |
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Posted: 3/13/2024 6:46:51 PM EDT
[#36]
 Attached FileThis is what I call a “dad bod”. My beer gut isn’t quite that bad but close. XL is too big in the shoulders for me, some Ls are ok until a few washes and shrinkage, then get a little snug around the mid section. Subscribed. ETA: 5’11” and shrinking, 195lbs and growing. |
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Posted: 3/14/2024 8:59:43 PM EDT
[#37]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Well, a lot of powerlifters and strongmen are fat guys, they are just really strong fat guys.  Attached File |
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