Oh my, this is a little strange. On the outskirts of the body modification scene, what you can see in the gallery is called 'piercing' or 'pulling' play. This is an act where ritual fans utilize their piercings for ‘acts’ that will pull on their body mod--for example, weight lifting.
The man in the gallery above is able to lift a child with his earlobes. I guess if you are going to be pieced anyway, then at least this form of extreme play lets you have a little fun with your piercings!
Earlobe Power-Lifters
Pierced Weight-Lifters Use Their Ears as Arms
Trend Themes
1. Extreme Piercing Sports - There is an opportunity for innovative new sports that incorporate piercing as a form of competitive physical activity.
2. Body Modification Technology - New devices or technologies could be created to aid in extreme forms of body modification such as earlobe lifting.
3. Alternative Fitness Culture - As people continue to seek non-traditional methods of physical activity, there is an opportunity for the growth of alternative fitness practices such as piercing-based weight lifting.
Industry Implications
1. Body Modification - The body modification industry could explore new and extreme forms of body modification such as piercing-based weight lifting.
2. Fitness and Health - The fitness industry could embrace alternative and unconventional forms of physical activity to appeal to a wider range of participants.
3. Technology and Wearables - New wearable technologies could be created that incorporate piercings as a way to track and enhance physical fitness levels of those engaged in extreme piercing sports.