Egypt bodybuilders feel pain but no gain in lockdown

Egyptian bodybuilder Ibrahim Sobhi. [Agencies]

Egypt’s musclemen are frustrated with working out from home due to coronavirus restrictions and are raring to get back to gruelling routines at their gyms, where they also earn a living.

With massive biceps and a gleaming six-pack, Mohamed Ali, who goes by his nickname Asab, a reference in Arabic to his bulging veins, is normally an enthusiastic exhibitionist.