# Amusingly Rotund Superheroes Carlos Dattoli Depicts Iconic Superheroes Who are in Need of a Diet By Paul Maccarone | Published 2013-07-10 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superheroes References: [designtaxi](http://designtaxi.com/news/358962/Funny-Illustration-Shows-What-Superheroes-Would-Be-Like-If-They-Were-Fat/) Not even superheroes are able to stay in great shape anymore! At least, according to illustrator Carlos Dattoli's work entitled 'Fat Superheroes' that is. The image shows Superman, [Batman](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-dark-knight-collection), Robin and the Flash racing toward something with their brand new plus-sized costumes complete with protruding paunches leading the way. While it's definitely a hilarious adaptation of these well-known superheroes, it certainly does raise some current concerns. With America continuing to gain a reputation for being a somewhat heavyset nation, is this portrayal of these superheroes really that implausible? I mean, the Flash isn't even running anymore, he's flying around on his own Segway and Superman is using a crane to fly! All jokes aside, Dattoli's 'Fat Superheroes' is a cleverly done illustration that speaks of a wildly creative imagination. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Humor](https://www.trendhunter.com/humor) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Obesity Parody:** Creating parodies of iconic superheroes with weight issues highlights the growing concern around obesity. - **Body Positivity:** Illustrating superheroes with protruding paunches challenges traditional body standards and promotes body acceptance. - **Imaginative Adaptations:** Using humor and creativity to reimagine well-known superheroes generates new opportunities for artistic expression. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fitness and Wellness:** Developing innovative fitness programs and products that address obesity concerns and promote healthy lifestyles. - **Entertainment and Media:** Exploring alternative portrayals of superheroes in movies, TV shows, and comic books to diversify representation and appeal to a wider audience. - **Art and Design:** Engaging in artistic collaborations to create inventive and thought-provoking illustrations or sculptures that challenge societal norms. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Comic Book Hero Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comic-book-heros.md) - [Healthy Superhero-Themed Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/too-yumm.md) - [Comic-Inspired Soda Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-heroes.md) - [Comic Book Character Cereals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dc-strong-berry-capn-crunch.md) - [Quirky Cartoon-Like Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flash-furniture-series.md) - [Empowering Superhero-Inspired Shapewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inner-armour.md) - [Reimagined Beloved Character Comics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marvel-and-disney.md) - [Superhero-Guided Workout Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superheroguided-workout-app.md) - [Superhero-Inspired Protein Powders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gnc-pro-performance-100-whey-protein.md)