General
chicken legs
What does chicken legs mean?
Mocking term for very thin, underdeveloped legs, especially on someone with a well-built upper body.
"Huge bench, but those chicken legs give him away."
Origin
Long-standing gym insult tied to the 'never skip leg day' meme.
Frequently asked questions
What does chicken legs mean?
Chicken legs is a mocking term for very thin, underdeveloped legs, especially on someone whose upper body is well built.
How do you fix chicken legs?
Consistently train the lower body with compound moves like squats, lunges, leg presses and deadlifts, and apply progressive overload over time.
Why is it called chicken legs?
Skinny, spindly legs resemble a chicken's thin legs, and the term is closely tied to the 'never skip leg day' meme.
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