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15 Fabulously Fit Animals Proving That Anyone Can Be A Gym Rat!

a dog climbing into a woman's sweatshirt as she works out on the left, and a guinea pig with a dumb bell on the right

Everyday is leg day for these four-legged fitness fans!

For some gym inspiration (gymspiration?), check out these adorable animal athletes.

1. Watch this Frenchie find his happy place.

2. If a goat can do it… maybe we can, too.

3. You’ve heard of a handstand. What about a pawstand?

4. Do you even lift, bro?

5. What this puppy lacks in agility skills, he makes up for in flexibility.

6. No matter how many times you fall, you have to get back up again!

7. Stretttttttch!

8. Seriously. Stretching is vital to your overall wellbeing.

9. Even more feline fitness inspiration.

10. This cat was born to lead your community center’s weights class.

11. Pull-ups are tough for everyone.

12. You might see playtime, but he’s really practicing his wrestling skills.

13. Post-workout recovery is important for muscle growth, and this cat’s happy to help!

14. More floofy pull-up practice!

15. Man’s best friend is also man’s best gym coach.

As you can see, these cute companions are putting in the work. If this isn’t enough gym motivation, I don’t know what is!

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