muscle-bound (Meaning)

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muscle-bound (s)

having stiff muscles as the result of excessive exercise

The bodybuilder had become muscle-bound, with impressive size but limited flexibility.
Despite intense training, the athlete's muscles remained muscle-bound, restricting their range of motion.
The weightlifter struggled with everyday tasks due to his muscle-bound physique, as simple actions like reaching overhead proved challenging.
Overexertion and improper technique led to the gymnast becoming muscle-bound, compromising their graceful movements.
The muscle-bound swimmer found it difficult to perform streamlined underwater dives due to reduced joint mobility.
The surgeon warned the patient about the potential for muscle-boundness following reconstructive surgery.
Steroid abuse can result in muscle-boundness, accompanied by stunted growth and impaired organ function.
The marathon runner avoided heavy weightlifting to prevent becoming muscle-bound and maintain endurance.
Physical therapists employ stretching and massage techniques to help muscle-bound individuals regain flexibility and mobility.
The fitness expert emphasized the importance of balancing strength training with flexibility exercises to prevent muscle-boundness.

having stiff muscles as the result of excessive exercise

sinewy, stalwart, powerful, mighty, able-bodied, herculean, strapping, athletic, brawny, sturdy

weedy, stringy, bony, slight, light, lightweight, stringy, weedy, gawky, skinny

The bodybuilder had become muscle-bound, with impressive size but limited flexibility.

Despite intense training, the athlete's muscles remained muscle-bound, restricting their range of motion.

The weightlifter struggled with everyday tasks due to his muscle-bound physique, as simple actions like reaching overhead proved challenging.

Overexertion and improper technique led to the gymnast becoming muscle-bound, compromising their graceful movements.