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This emoji shows off strength and muscles. It's used to express exercise or a healthy lifestyle.

It's also often used when making a challenge or a resolution. This emoji is frequently used to show the will to 'do it' or 'I can do it'.

This emoji has gained popularity alongside the growth of fitness and gym culture. It has become a symbol of self-improvement, a challenging spirit, and willpower, going beyond simply showing off muscles.

Frequently used on social media with "gym check-ins" and "workout resolutions," it has recently expanded to represent mental fortitude and solidarity. Especially among Gen MZ, it's widely used as a message of support, meaning "Let's do this together" or "Stay strong together."