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No pain, no gain

An American fitness maxim that became a cultural catchphrase in the 1980s, particularly associated with Jane Fonda's workout videos filmed in Los Angeles. Embodies the American belief that success requires sacrifice and hard work.

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No pain, no gain
🇺🇸 English Los Angeles, US
Pronunciation: noh payn, noh gayn
An American fitness maxim that became a cultural catchphrase in the 1980s, particularly associated with Jane Fonda's workout videos filmed in Los Angeles. Embodies the American belief that success requires sacrifice and hard work.
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