Learn what “natty” means in fitness and competitive sports
This article was co-authored by Jesse Gaynor and by wikiHow staff writer, Johnathan Fuentes. Jesse Gaynor is a Fitness and Health Trainer and the Owner of Jesse Gaynor Fitness & Wellness, which is based in the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area. With over 15 years of experience, he specializes in personal training, nutrition, and pain and injury recovery. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science and an Associate’s degree in Psychology from The University of Southern California.
If you’ve been hitting the gym lately, you’ll probably encounter the term “natty” at some point. Bodybuilders and casual gym rats alike say it all the time—but what does being “natty” actually mean? This article defines “natty” and explains how it’s connected to bodybuilding and athletic performance in general. We’ll also explain the difference between “natty” and “not natty,” and why this distinction is so important in gym culture today. Keep reading to learn what being “natty” in the gym is all about.
- “Natty,” a.k.a. “natural” athletes, don’t use performance-enhancing substances, like steroids, to improve their performance or increase muscle mass.
- Being natty is a badge of honor in gym culture since natural weightlifters achieve results solely based on their own talents and effort, without artificial substances.
- Natty bodybuilders can’t gain as much muscle as bodybuilders who use performance-enhancing substances, like steroids.
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