Why People HATE Jeff Nippard

[BackGuy]

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[shukles]

Criticizing Jeff for not being the same size as Sam Sulek is insane. Comparing natural lifters to enhanced ones in general is insane.

[qassameldafrawy]

"hella mid" is what people call a natural healthy physique that hasn't been blasted by gear and on a deadly low level of body fat.

[ruzgar]

They hate a person who is natural and wants to help people by showing them how to do the motions optimally? The fitness industry is wack

[carlmurphy]

To think Jeff Nippard has 'no physique to speak of' is insane, body dysmorphia in the bodybuilding community it crazy.

[spikespiegel]

Who's here after the throat punching roid rage?

[awsomezach]

The same people who say Jeff uses too much science jargon will go on to watch a MPMD video and pretend to understand every word he says

[TnPGmbH]

Hating on Jeff Nippard because HE is using smart words and a lot of science is saying a lot about someone lol

[lambo]

We are so used to huge massive bodybuilders that some people claim that Jeff Nippard is small. He has better physique than 99% of people watching this video, incluying me

[dadp]

People are saying Jeff is small? Sure he’s shorter than most but dude is built like a tank. He’s like Wolverine in the comics.

[MiscFightVids]

So basically, people dislike Jeff because he makes them feel dumb.

That tracks because people on gear are always so self-confident.

[nirjharpal]

I Admire Jeff
Not just for his knowledge
But also because he never unnecessarily argues with anyone.

[lupusest]

In what world is Nippards physique "hella mid"?? Is the world collectively going crazy or what? I remember some years ago people accused him all the time of doing roids and now he is "hella mid"..WTF?

[cerberusamv]

claiming that Jeff is small is ridiculous .He literally weights 80 kg (180 pounds) at 5'5 (164 cm) by being natural that's already a huge feat.

[jaykay]

He's 5'4 and benches 370 far more than the burner account losers calling him out.

[Baaagel]

I truly don't understand how people can hate Jeff Nippard. He seems like such a nice guy, not trying to beef with anyone ever. And yes, his channel is obviously about optimizing lifting, because that's what he enjoys. He's simply a science nerd that loves sharing the information he finds with others. And he will definitely admit when he's wrong about something too, the latest study about lengthened partials being a perfect example.

[nickstentandshower]

The study was actually interesting too, so fair point to him for covering it in a way that anyone can understand

[CammyMeeleTea]

So basically:
Jeff tries to offer data-driven, inclusive solutions. Tries to be both pragmatic and but approachable. It encourages people to find what works best for their unique situations instead of blindly following a "one-size-fits-all" approach.

The backlash seems to stem from a few key factors:

1. Comfort with the Status Quo:
Many people are resistant to change because they're used to a certain method and feel threatened when it’s challenged. Even if Jeff is not saying the "normal" way is wrong, (he often agrees with the norms), simply suggesting alternatives can make people uncomfortable, especially if they’ve invested a lot of time or pride in their way of doing things.

2. Cognitive Dissonance:
When someone is presented with evidence that their way might not be the best for everyone, it can create a mental conflict, especially if they've believed it to be the only or best way for a long time. This can lead to defensive reactions such as dismissing your insights as "overcomplicating" or "taking the fun out." Rather than just accepting, some people work out in different ways, and you could just...go to the gym and keep lifting how you lift if you don't like it?

3. Simplicity Bias:
People often gravitate toward simple solutions because they’re easier to understand and apply. When you introduce more nuanced approaches that account for individual differences, it can be seen as “overkill” by those who prefer simplicity, even if your method leads to better results overall or for some people. Simplicity is great, and most workout videos and plans are simple. We probably should not freak out when a handful of channels try to optimize, especially when the creator's job is to compete.

4. Confirmation Bias:
If someone has been successful using a certain method, they might believe that it’s universally effective. When you introduce new options, it challenges their worldview, and they may interpret it as a critique of their success. Hate to keep repeating myself, but someone suggesting something different than you believe doesn't magically force you to have to do it their way.

People have many different body types, goals, levels of flexibility, or even cognitive styles can benefit from alternative methods. By showing the pros and cons of each method, Jeff (and many people) are doing the opposite of gatekeeping; they're opening up possibilities for more people to succeed or optimize IF THEY CHOOSE TO DO IT THAT WAY.

Here's a great example: I used to have problems squatting. Coaches, other lifters, and many videos insisted squats should be parallel, otherwise you are doing sumo squats. Jeff was the first channel that actually explained the mechanics and benefits of a squat to me in a way that helped me realize that I have FREAKISHLY long femurs. I can't do meaningful squats at all parallel. No matter how flexible or strong I get, it is and will always be physically impossible to do them the normal way. As soon as I realized that, and made adjustments, I was able to squat, the full range of motion, butt to the ground with an extra 90 lbs on the bar. It was so big of a difference, that I instantly could slap a 45 on each side.



It's not just fitness. You can and will see the same thing in every topic. Cooking, sports, games, fishing, fashion, EVERYTHING. No matter how many disclaimers, no matter how often you emphasize that this is another option, people will get insecure and feel like you're calling them "100% wrong", "ruining the fun", "overcomplicating things", "shoving things down their throat". We really should stop entertaining these people who are ultimately insecure about a "great replacement" that will never come.

[Tortugo_]

0:20 "tiny" sorry he's not basting a leathal amount of gear lmao

[iago]

Me and a friend had a "just lift" mindset. We let our form go, worked out way too many times a week, went too heavy too fast, did a generic bro split, and the results were me quitting early, and him blowing out both shoulders putting him out of training for months and months. He will probably have lifelong problems with both shoulders.

Now I watch content creators who actually follow the science, I train way less but more consistently, I rest a lot, I try to keep my weights light and lift perfectly, I don't feel like a failure when every set doesn't go to failure, and I can do this for the rest of my life