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“Pressured to Show More Skin”: 25x World Record Holder Female Powerlifter Opens Up on Sad Reality of Fitness Community

Published 03/07/2023, 5:45 AM EST

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Dr. Stefi Cohen is a pro boxer, health junkie, and physiologist, and being a 25-time record holder in the sport of bodybuilding, Dr. Cohen frequently addresses issues related to the sport. But recently, this boxing competitor shared her discontent while facing some serious problems. Notably, she is very active on social media and is seen focusing on motivating women around the world.

But yesterday, Cohen posted a picture on her Instagram sharing her take on the sad reality of the fitness fraternity. She further disclosed how it feels uncomfortable to be stage-ready and showing skin to amuse the viewers.

Dr. Stefi Cohen felt awkward projecting her physique

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Dr. Cohen holds a profound knowledge of the sport. In fact, she herself is a powerlifter who can lift 4.4 times her body weight. But what recently glorified her feat the most is her boxing prowess. Evidently, the DPT defeated her opponent in the boxing ring as a continuation of her debut in 2021. But as per her social media, the pro boxer is now in conflict with the norms.

The Venezuelan bodybuilder took to her Instagram to share her thoughts. “If you tell me “I shouldn’t feel pressured”, you just don’t get it. Respectfully,” she captioned the post along with a picture. In that picture, the powerlifter is seen facing the other side. The image has a caption on itself, “I feel pressured to show more skin than I’m comfortable with”.

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Definitely, Cohen is not happy with the stakes that come up naturally with the sport. As she felt a little numb by the notion, her fans came forward to stay arm-in-arm with their favorite.

The bodybuilding community stood by the fitness expert

Cohen’s followers tried uplifting her confidence and penned their thoughts about what she might focus on to get relief from that feeling –

“Why let social media drain you? Life outside of your phone is more important. You do it to yourself really”

“In the world of social media, it’s tough not to feel pressured. Being a woman might be one of the hardest things to do these days.”

“It is your choice. Do what empowers you.”

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While fans took her side and encouraged her to overcome these feelings, some differed and stated it was solely her choice.

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With her insane physique, Dr. Cohen surely has the potential to turn heads toward her. But, she is not comfortable with the current norms of showing skin. Will she withdraw herself from this fraternity? What do you think?

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Soumili Chatterjee

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Soumili Chatterjee is a US Sports author for EssentiallySports. She secured her bachelor’s and master's degree in English literature from the University of Calcutta. After being a technical and blog writer for nearly three years, it was her ardent love for sports that steered her career toward the sports industry.
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Simar Singh Wadhwa