A 19-year-old has gone viral after intentionally training only one side of his body to achieve extreme asymmetry.
In today’s world, where self-improvement and symmetry are highly valued, a 19-year-old influencer is taking a different approach.
Known as “The Crooked Man,” he is gaining attention by purposely making his body asymmetrical.
His goal is to stand out and avoid the typical beauty standards that many strive for.
Man trains only one side of body to look as asymmetrically as possible
The Crooked Man has gained popularity by training only one side of his body. He focuses on his left trapezius muscle, deliberately making his appearance uneven.
This unique decision is his way of rebelling against society’s obsession with looking perfect.
Instead of trying to fit in, he is creating a distinctive look that challenges conventional beauty norms.
In his videos, he explains his motivation. “People kept telling me how to look better,” he shares.
“But I have the opposite issue. I get so many messages from girls that I can’t keep up. I needed a different solution.” His method is meant to decrease attention, not attract it.
Documenting his journey to viral fame
Since starting his social media accounts in October 2023, The Crooked Man has been sharing his workouts.
He posts videos that show his exercises focused solely on his left side. His followers watch with a mix of confusion and curiosity.
Many wonder why he is choosing to distort his body in this way.
Instead of providing serious answers, he often jokes about his mission to “LooksMinimize.”
This term he created pokes fun at the popular online trend known as “LooksMaxxing.”
This trend encourages people, especially young men, to improve their looks through workouts and surgeries.
The contrast with LooksMaxxing culture
LooksMaxxing is a concept where individuals obsess over their appearance.
Some of these groups, often called “incels,” believe that only those who meet certain beauty standards deserve love.
The Crooked Man’s approach is a direct contrast. He highlights the absurdity of this mindset by choosing to minimize his looks instead of maximizing them.
“What’s the opposite of looksmaxxing? Looksminimizing,” he explained in one of his now-famous TikToks.
“What was the best way to looksminimize? Become more asymmetrical. Work out one trap. It solved my problem. And man, it has worked like a charm.”
Physical changes and everyday life
The Crooked Man’s workouts have gained millions of views. His left trapezius muscle has grown significantly, creating a noticeable imbalance in his physique.
He humorously notes how this change affects his daily life. “People don’t question my handicap parking anymore,” he jokes.
“Little kids point at me in stores. It’s definitely different!”
Despite the funny side, he acknowledges the awkwardness of his new look. His shirts fit strangely, and his backpack feels unbalanced.
However, he claims he feels no pain, which he sees as a positive outcome.
“People no longer question when I park in the handicap parking spot, little kids point at me in the grocery store,” he joked in a Q&A video.
“Shirts fit a little awkwardly. My backpack also feels a little awkward. Stiff slightly. But in terms of pain? Zero.”
Expanding his asymmetrical training routine
Recently, The Crooked Man decided to take his training further. He announced he is now focusing on just one leg, doing Bulgarian split squats with heavy weights.
His commitment to this unusual approach continues to entertain his followers, but it also raises concerns about his health.
Many viewers have started to worry about the potential risks of training only one side of the body.
They have cautioned him about possible long-term damage and chronic pain.
One viewer asked, “Aren’t you worried about how this will affect your body?”
Risks of imbalance in training
Personal trainer Franco Betancourt shares his thoughts on this unusual training method.
He explains that focusing on one side can create imbalances in the body. “Proper form is crucial for anyone starting to train,” he says.
“Imbalances can lead to injuries and long-term issues.”
“Some of this imbalance comes from muscle development, but it has a lot to do with nerves and the brain,” he added.
“Most right-handed people have trouble brushing their teeth with their left hand, and that has very little to do with muscle strength.”
“Someone purposely training only one side of the body is putting their long-term health at risk, as they are teaching their body to damage itself essentially,” he added.
“Their body will grow accustomed to putting extra strain on weaker muscles, incurring a higher risk of injury, and even bones changing over time to adapt to the imbalance.”