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“Remove This Stuff Before It Kills You”: Russian ‘Popeye’ Proudly Bracing His Synthol-Induced 24-Inch Freakish Biceps Leaves Fitness World Concerned

Published 06/21/2023, 10:55 AM EDT

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Bodybuilding is a discipline that demands dedication, hard work, and a relentless pursuit of physical excellence. Athletes in this field strive to build impressive physiques through rigorous training, nutrition, and supplementation. While many bodybuilders achieve remarkable results through these means, there is a controversial substance that has gained notoriety within the bodybuilding community: Synthol.

Kirill Tereshin, famously known as “Popeye” or the “Synthol Kid,” rose to fame due to his extreme approach to body modification. Despite facing widespread criticism and the well-known health risks associated with Synthol usage, Tereshin has chosen to proudly embrace his unconventional path, resulting in a distorted muscular appearance.

Kirill Tereshin defies bodybuilding norms with controversial Synthol use

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Kirill Tereshin gained popularity on the internet by openly displaying his heavily injected arms through social media platforms, promoting the use of Synthol without any apologies. Instead of concealing his choice, he actively shared his journey of transformation, expressing pride in his inflated biceps and triceps. Tereshin firmly believes that his distinct appearance sets him apart from conventional bodybuilders.

 

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While the bodybuilding community generally discourages the use of synthol due to its numerous health risks and lack of functional muscle development, Tereshin challenges conventional ideals of aesthetics and symmetrical proportions. He has become a polarizing figure, attracting both fascination and criticism from bodybuilding enthusiasts, medical professionals, and the public.

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Tereshin seems to be proud of his journey and has absolutely no regrets. However, his actions have left the fitness community concerned. 

How did fans react to this?

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Tereshin’s preference for Synthol can be viewed as a way to seek attention and distinguish himself among the many bodybuilding personalities. By consciously pursuing a non-traditional appearance, he has managed to attract public interest, although it has come at the expense of his own well-being and the credibility of the sport.

The concerned fans commented on the post by saying, “Please remove this stuff before it kills you and do something else,” whereas another fan commented, “He needs a serious mental intervention… SAD.” One of the viewers wrote, “What a mess,” while another person stated, “Save some synthol for someone else.” A comment also read, “I give your left arm 6 months tops before it comes off.”

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Kirill Tereshin’s journey with Synthol highlights the controversial intersection of bodybuilding, personal choices, and societal expectations. While he proudly embraces his extreme appearance, it is important to recognize the associated health risks and ethical considerations that surround the use of Synthol. 

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Sarthak Khanna

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