Heroes aren’t the only ones that can inspire.

Let’s face it, anyone involved in fitness, who chooses to shape their bodies into the ultimate form has been inspired by some figure, whether real or fictionalized. There’s no telling where a bodybuilder will gain their inspiration, but we have an inkling that comic books are a major source. We’ve already compiled a list of some iconic superheroes that have given many a bodybuilder inspiration to begin picking up a weight. But what about their counterparts? There have been many a villain that could inspire both fear and admiration from their own chiseled forms. Here’s our list of most inspiring super villain physiques…

Abomination

This guy is a classic villain who was designed to be one of the Hulk’s chief adversaries. The abomination is a freakishly powerful super villain with the physique to rival his Incredible counterpart.