General
ripped
What does ripped mean?
A physique combining low body fat with noticeable muscle definition, so the muscles look sharply cut.
"By show day he was completely ripped, every ab popping."
Origin
Bodybuilding slang describing muscles that look 'ripped' apart into clearly separated, defined sections.
Frequently asked questions
What does ripped mean?
Ripped describes a physique with low enough body fat that the muscles look sharply defined and cut, with abs and separation visible.
What's the difference between ripped and shredded?
Both mean lean and defined, but 'shredded' usually implies even lower body fat and finer muscle detail than 'ripped.'
How do you get ripped?
By combining muscle-building training with a calorie deficit to strip body fat until the muscle definition shows through.
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