In a groundbreaking discovery that has the scientific community buzzing, researchers have revealed that Mount Everest, the towering titan of the Himalayas, has been secretly working out for nearly 90,000 years. The news came as geologists announced that two ancient rivers, long believed to be simply meandering through the valleys, actually merged in a dramatic fitness plan that led to Everest's impressive stature. This development has stirred up all sorts of reactions, ranging from awe to a little jealousy, as the mountain is now officially on its way to becoming a fitness influencer. “You might say Everest has gone from the height of mediocrity — pun intended — to an Instagram-worthy fitness model,” quipped Dr. Rocky Peak, a lead researcher on the project. “It seems years of flowing water have sculpted its majestic form, and it’s clear that this mountain has taken ‘natural selection’ to a whole new level.” The revelation has sparked an informal campaign encouraging other mountains to adopt similar workout regimens. The Algerian Sahara is rumored to be looking into jogging, while the Andes are pinning their hopes on yoga to increase their elevation. “If Everest can do it, why can’t we?” cried an enthusiastic representative from the Andes, who added that it’s time for other mountains to stop being lazy and get out of their “rocky rut.” Meanwhile, social media has exploded with memes of Everest lifting weights made of boulders, promising followers an iconic transformation if they just stick to the ancient river workout. Hashtags like #PeakPerformance and #MountainMobility are trending, with users posting edited photos of Everest flexing its “muscles” atop a base camp. Some skeptics argue that the mountain’s growth spurt could simply be due to climate change, erosion, or natural tectonic shifts, but those theories have been dismissed as “too conventional.” Instead, in an incredible leap of faith, the scientific community has embraced the notion that the merger of rivers sparked an extreme workout plan for Everest. With new sponsorship deals rolling in, Everest has reportedly signed a multi-million-dollar endorsement with “Peak Protein Bars” and is considering launching a line of high-altitude workout gear. “It’s about time we celebrated geological fitness,” declared Everest’s new personal trainer, a charismatic glacier named Tempus. “We’ll be pushing the limits of altitude training. Just wait until you see our new ‘Ascent to Gains’ program!” As the world watches in playful disbelief, one thing is for certain: Mount Everest is climbing to new heights, and the only thing taller than its peak might just be the mountain’s ego.