kolleamm Posted July 14, 2014 Posted July 14, 2014 So every once in a while I like to post a shirtless photo of myself on Facebook just to get some comments regarding my current workout progress every couple of weeks, and this girl I know apparently doesn't like it. I'm 80% certain she likes me since we talk a fair amount. My question is. Is posting those kinds of pictures bad in general or is she just jealous of me putting myself out there? How would you react?
Eivuwan Posted July 14, 2014 Posted July 14, 2014 I think posting those pictures on facebook is a bad idea. It seems too much like you're seeking attention and if you have any coworkers on there, it's just inappropriate. I will suggest posting them anonymously on workout forums instead. 7
HappyLove Posted July 14, 2014 Posted July 14, 2014 Huge turn off. Many people are turned off by guys who post shirtless pics....pics with fish....pics sky diving.....pics leaning on an expensive car that's not theirs. Not that you do all this but it falls into the category of things not to post.
JungleLover Posted July 14, 2014 Posted July 14, 2014 The shirtless Facebook pic comes up in conversation often , even in podcasts I listen to. The comments are never positive or neutral. The general consensus is that it is a bad idea. You can be sure that folks who have seen the pics are talking about you behind your back in a bad way. Be certain of it.
ascendotum Posted July 14, 2014 Posted July 14, 2014 Huge turn off. Many people are turned off by guys who post shirtless pics....pics with fish....pics sky diving.....pics leaning on an expensive car that's not theirs. Not that you do all this but it falls into the category of things not to post. sure if its a dating site, I understand that. While many women would be turned of by it, some wont mind the least (the ones on LS probably wont be inclined to comment in a thread like this) or will see it even as a positive. ie oooh the guy has a hot bod and is a bit of a macho/adventurous/joker guy. Guys can take their chances with these pics. Since this is the OP's FB page, he should be free to do whatever he wants, as long as he realizes the possible repercussions from career perspective if it not locked down properly. If the girl is upset that's her problem, but if the OP want s to get with this girl then it becomes a problem for him. Its up to him if he wants to modify his nature to please this girl. I think there is a difference when its someone doing a physical/lifestyle transformation and showing off their progress rather than someone who is hardcore body nazi + narcissist. If she has talked to him and scoped out his FB for a while she should realize his nature and he has other facets to his life. Yeah I know people love making assumptions/judging though. 1
todreaminblue Posted July 14, 2014 Posted July 14, 2014 an ex of mine got me to take pictures of him shirtless to put as his display picture ....i immediately thought .....oh brother......i tried to talk him into putting a picture of himself..a natural pose..... no fish lips or look at me i am top **** pose....., or obvious pose..... no shirtless physique..just a natural picture of him how he is up close and personal or even with his dog he loves ....a natural smiling shot or thoughtful pose i wanted to do it with him unawares and psot that...the ebst shot that i thought was him down pat..........with a nice shirt and away from a mirror just beign himself.... didnt listen to me....lol...we are no longer together.....i think its crass...... workout or not, the best judge of a working out physique is the people you train with or next to and you dont do that shirtless either....i actually felt a little embarrassed for him not that i didnt think he looked good with all his art on display...he had no shame ...and i posess a level of that shame..it made me feel uncomfortable.....not jealous...just quite uncomfortable....deb
mammasita Posted July 14, 2014 Posted July 14, 2014 Huge turnoff. If you want comments about your workout progress, join a workout forum and post your shirtless pics there. 5
katinlc Posted July 14, 2014 Posted July 14, 2014 To me it screams "attention-seeking" photo. It is the equivalent to girls and the dreaded selfie. 1
ascendotum Posted July 14, 2014 Posted July 14, 2014 To me it screams "attention-seeking" photo. It is the equivalent to girls and the dreaded selfie. It is, but that's why the shirtless pic is not a turn off for all women. The posey attention-seeking selfie women probably would be the types to not be turned off, and there are millions of them out there.
mrs rubble Posted July 14, 2014 Posted July 14, 2014 It's the posing and attention-seeking that is the issue! You admit to posting shirtless pics to get comments about your phisique. That to me is a bit big headed of you. If they were pics of you swimming or sailing or kyaking shirtless it's a whole different story! I have no problem with partial or full nudity, as a naturist I believe we should all have the right to be able to feel comfortable in our own skin and show it if we choose to. I think you'll find I'm a minority there though! 1
rocketman122 Posted July 14, 2014 Posted July 14, 2014 "...workout progress.." weak dude. whats your stats? that you in your avatar?
Mrin Posted July 14, 2014 Posted July 14, 2014 Weak sauce unless it is a one time holycrap before/after thing. Otherwise it is just cringeworthy. I can almost guarantee that her reaction is "quit making an ass of yourself" vs being jealous that some other girl is oogling your massive pipes. 3
TigerLilly78 Posted July 14, 2014 Posted July 14, 2014 Turn off sorry every shirtless pic ive ever seen makes the dude seam self centered and full of themselves I mean if that's the look your going for by all means.. 1
guest569 Posted July 14, 2014 Posted July 14, 2014 i have very few friends on facebook who are not constantly posting selfies and proving how vain they are. Thats what facebook is for. As for the shirtless photos, I think it is not very modest. Although you wouldn't hear me complain Would rather see the guys workout progress in person than in a photo, it kinda spoils it if everyone can see on facebook, then its nothing special.. Hope that makes sense lol
darkmoon Posted July 14, 2014 Posted July 14, 2014 (edited) no gentleman goes without a shirt unless on the beach, only now and again do i see a really stunning shirtless man in town sorry, but unless i am in love or dating a guy, i do not want to see all that much of his flesh, one half of the body naked is a lot,and then there's a pair of bare legs too sometimes Edited July 14, 2014 by darkmoon
kaylan Posted July 14, 2014 Posted July 14, 2014 (edited) Girls say its a turn off, but it doesnt stop em from trying to get with you. Remember Actions > Words I wont let anyone shame me into not being proud of my fitness. And its usually women who arent in that good of shape who have an issue with it. Funny how OKCupid showed that shirtless pics actually get men more replies on their site. http://blog.okcupid.com/index.php/the-4-big-myths-of-profile-pictures/ Basically, if you have a nice body showing it off definitely helps. Edited July 14, 2014 by kaylan 6
bene Posted July 14, 2014 Posted July 14, 2014 I suppose it depends on the age. Maybe younger girls don't mind but in my age (around 30) it is a turn-off if the guy pays too much attention on his looks and flaunts it around. If a shirtless picture is taken on a beach or in some activity where it is natural, it is OK but outright posing in front of the mirror to show off your body seems a bit narcissistic to me. Going to gym, dressing sharp, grooming is all good but I'd appreciate if the guy doesn't draw extra attention to it but just does these things naturally. Maybe subconsciously women want to be the pretty one in the relationship and not 'compete' with the guy in the looks department. Or maybe if the guy pays a lot of attention to his looks it also hints that he might be more critical about woman's looks. These are some reasons I can think of why women don't appreciate shirtless pictures as much as you'd think.
Emilia Posted July 14, 2014 Posted July 14, 2014 Girls say its a turn off, but it doesnt stop em from trying to get with you. Remember Actions > Words I wont let anyone shame me into not being proud of my fitness. And its usually women who arent in that good of shape who have an issue with it. Funny how OKCupid showed that shirtless pics actually get men more replies on their site. http://blog.okcupid.com/index.php/the-4-big-myths-of-profile-pictures/ Basically, if you have a nice body showing it off definitely helps. Agree. A friend of mine does this, he has been building his body for a while and guess what, many of us think it's a good thing. OP, it's your facebook page. You can do what you like with it as long as it's within terms and conditions. If she doens't like it she can defriend you or do whatever else she wants. Do what you like, don't worry about others. 1
Elle1975 Posted July 14, 2014 Posted July 14, 2014 So every once in a while I like to post a shirtless photo of myself on Facebook just to get some comments regarding my current workout progress every couple of weeks, and this girl I know apparently doesn't like it. I'm 80% certain she likes me since we talk a fair amount. My question is. Is posting those kinds of pictures bad in general or is she just jealous of me putting myself out there? How would you react? There is an option in facebook that let you select who sees your pictures. I would care if my bf posted shirtless pictures, some people don't, to each his own. Congrats on having a nice body though! 1
Bruce Leigh Posted July 14, 2014 Posted July 14, 2014 Agree. A friend of mine does this, he has been building his body for a while and guess what, many of us think it's a good thing. Anybody who has to put in any effort to keep their body looking good has the right to show it off when they choose. Some think its ok, some do not. Its not something to be ashamed of though. 2
JS84 Posted July 14, 2014 Posted July 14, 2014 Personally I feel guys who do that, regardless of the reason, just come off looking like douchebags. Like someone else said, save those types of pics for a weight loss or body building forum. Don't post shirtless pics of yourself on facebook. That's beyond lame.
Diezel Posted July 14, 2014 Posted July 14, 2014 The only way I'd post a shirtless pic of myself is if I am in the middle of doing something at the beach. Maybe a picture of me water skiing, on a jet ski, parasailing, or playing beach volleyball with Iceman and Goose. But a selfie (God I hate that word) of me shirtless... no. 2
Jay77098 Posted July 14, 2014 Posted July 14, 2014 Ladies - What do you think about guys posting shirtless pictures on their OLD profiles? If a guy posts a picture of himself on his profile from a pool party, for example, how does that strike you?
PogoStick Posted July 14, 2014 Posted July 14, 2014 Ironically girls post these kinds of pictures all the time if they have an attractive body. A girl I know recently posted her weight loss pics in a swimsuit, she's 36 and a mother, and she received all kinds of positive feedback from men and women. I see guys who are into fitness often have shirtless pictures in their FB photos. However, If you put it as your main photo it will seem you are looking for attention.
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