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  1. A Teen ‘Gym Rat’ in Gaza Goes Global Nineteen-year-old Mohamed Hatem, known as @gym_rat_in_gaza, has gained over 350,000 followers for documenting his improvised workouts in Gaza amid war, displacement, and resource scarcity. Training with water jugs and rubble, Hatem uses fitness content to share a message of resilience, survival, and hope—even aspiring to coach and study nutrition online. New York Post Men's Health 2. Bill Maeda’s Fitness Comeback After Cancer At 56, personal trainer and fitness influencer Bill Maeda says he’s in the best shape of his life, attributing it to a lifestyle overhaul after surviving stage 3 colon cancer. His minimalist, recovery-focused routines now center on rest, nutrition, and sustainable training—boasting 8% body fat and millions of online followers. New York Post 3. Gyms Backing “Gym Loyalty Month” in NYC Multiple independent studios and gyms in New York are pushing a “Gym Loyalty Month” initiative to encourage members to book directl...