General
tree trunks
What does tree trunks mean?
Slang for very thick, muscular legs that resemble the trunks of trees.
"Years of heavy squatting gave her legs like tree trunks."
Origin
Metaphorical gym slang comparing thick legs to tree trunks.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'tree trunks' mean in the gym?
It's slang for very thick, muscular legs so big they look like the trunks of trees — a compliment on serious leg development.
How do you get tree-trunk legs?
The look typically comes from years of heavy squatting and lower-body training that builds thick quads, hamstrings and glutes.
Is 'tree trunks' a good thing?
Yes, it's meant as a compliment on powerful, well-built legs.
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