In today’s social media-driven world, prank videos have gained massive popularity. They seem harmless, but that’s not always the case. Recently, the bodybuilding page Generation Iron posted a video on their Instagram page that now has everyone talking.

The video features a montage by Chris Colditz, better known as Coldcutz20. Titled “Top 10 Leg Workouts of the Month,” it isn’t your typical fitness routine. Instead, it’s a series of bizarre and outrageous exercises that leave viewers both skeptical and concerned.

Generation Iron added a cautionary caption to the post, writing, “What in the…. What kind of a workout is this??? Don’t do this at home!!” This warning is well-placed, as each showcased exercise looks potentially harmful due to the added twists. In the first clip, Chris was lifting a barbell with heavy plates while standing on the edge. His friend then hit him in the leg, causing him to fall with the heavy weights. Just like this, he performed many other failed exercises throughout the video.

Chris Colditz has made a name for himself with these kinds of videos. His daring moves and prank-style workouts have earned him over 600k followers on Instagram and more than 8 million subscribers on YouTube. Despite the unusual content, his fan base continues to grow.

Colditz’s popularity isn’t just about the shock factor. His videos blend fitness with entertainment, showcasing acrobatic feats that captivate audiences. Born and raised in Columbus, Ohio, Chris earned a degree in marketing from Duquesne University. This background likely helps him craft content that resonates so well with his audience. Despite his efforts and attempted “failed” workout routine, netizens criticized him.

Fans believe Chris Colditz’s stunts were fatal and foolish

The viral video of Chris Colditz’s outrageous workout stunts has sparked a flurry of reactions from fans expressing concern and criticism. One person recalled a TV show from the 90s called Jack** on MTV, and drew a comparison, saying, “The Gen Z Version of Jack**” Similar to “Jacka**,” where people did crazy, attention-grabbing stunts for entertainment, Colditz’s workout attempts follow the same pattern. People were skeptical about the authenticity of Colditz’s weights in his videos. “The only problem I have with this is that the barbell and the plates are fake…,” accused one person. Another criticized him for going to extreme lengths to get attention from people, “Imagine needing this much attention.”

Amidst criticism, a few expressed their concerns not only for his safety, but for the fact that people are going crazy for a few likes. “Social media destroyed humanity,” wrote one user claiming that social media negatively influences people and encourages them to engage in dangerous and foolish stunts. One humorously pointed out that some people in gyms have odd beliefs, “There is always a dude in every gym that believes that punching or hitting himself helps to grow stronger.” One Instagram user simply stated that the videos don’t seem enjoyable to them. “This doesn’t look fun at all.”

Chris Colditz’s daring workout videos have sparked mixed reactions, with many fans concerned about his safety and the impact of social media on behavior. As Generation Iron warned, people should definitely not try these stunts at home.