In the quirky world of politics and viral videos, there’s no shortage of amusing escapades, especially when it comes to certain members of Congress and their gym antics. For instance, Eric Swalwell, a Californian congressman, recently found himself at the center of an online roasting session after posting a workout video. What was he thinking, folks? It seems like he wanted to show the world his incredible strength, but instead, he showed everyone how to get embarrassed on the internet in record time.

Now, we all know the gym can be an intimidating place, full of weights clanking and people grunting. However, when Swalwell posted a video of himself bench pressing 135 pounds, social media exploded with laughter. Many were quick to point out that even a freshman football player can lift that kind of weight. But hey, everyone’s on their own “fitness journey,” right? Well, maybe not one that includes turning into a viral meme.

Instead of coming across as tough and relatable, Swalwell ended up as fodder for jokes—and perhaps as an unwitting representative of a stereotype he wouldn’t want to embody. As if associating with a workout video would magically align him with the ordinary guy. Sorry, Eric, but it looks like many Americans aren’t swayed by light bench pressing.

Adding another layer to this humorous tale is the recurrent whisper of Eric’s past, although it’s not relevant here and lacks support from the current sources. The meme market never misses an opportunity, and like clockwork, they came out swinging.

The real takeaway here is a lesson in political optics. Congressman Swalwell’s gym fiasco should be a reminder that not everything belongs online, and some things are best left for private indulgence. In an era where social media amplifies every move, perhaps sticking to legislation rather than weight-lifting brag videos could save a politician’s day from becoming a Monday Night Raw spectacle.

All in all, Swalwell trying to pump iron turned into yet another episode of political theater. The bigger story, however, remains how Eric’s mighty 135-pound lift became the latest punchline in the grand spoof of Democrat politics. Until the next gym video, remember, everyone should embrace their unique strengths, both in and out of the gym.