Strong, But Not Obsessed | Clip | Abu Mussab Wajdi Akkari

3,684 views·Sep 22, 2026

How much should a Muslim care about fitness and their body? Islam doesn't prescribe a daily calorie target, but it does encourage us to take care of ourselves and maintain strength and health. The Prophet ﷺ said: **“The strong believer is better and more beloved to Allaah than the weak believer, while there is good in both.”** So yes — eat well, exercise, build strength, and look after your health. But don't let fitness become an obsession that makes you neglect your prayers, family, responsibilities, or other priorities. You don't need to become a bodybuilder. You need to be strong enough to take care of yourself and your family, help others, and handle life's challenges. **Take care of your body. Build strength. But keep it in its proper place.** Clip from: https://www.youtube.com/live/iTL02dmKfgQ?si=hC_2yYOQJBJ-ZCJQ