fitspiration

[ fit-spuh-rey-shuhn ]

noun

1. photos, videos, advertisements, etc., intended to inspire a person to get physically fit through rigorous exercise and diet, usually with the goal of attaining an ideal and attractive body:

   Fitspiration can have negative consequences such as low self-esteem and a poor body image.

Word History and Origins

Origin of fitspiration¹

First recorded in 2010–15; fit ¹( def ) (in the sense “in good physical condition)” + (in)spiration ( def )

Example Sentences

Memes featuring the word have been reposted thousands of times on fitspiration tumblrs and pinterest.

From The Daily Beast