#flex — Instagram Hashtag Analysis

With 565.5M total posts and 38.4K new posts daily, #flex is a very high-competition hashtag (score: 100/100). Average posts get 726 likes and 35 comments.

Popular Hashtags for #flex

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#fitness	565.5M	38.4K	726	100	46
#gym	308.8M	75.2K	802	100	40
#bodybuilding	151.0M	16.9K	1.4K	100	69
#muscle	74.1M	3.5K	1.1K	100	69
#motivation	449.5M	172.2K	1.6K	100	54

Related Hashtags to #flex

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#fit	201.5M	2.2K	1.0K	100	50
#workout	241.2M	28.3K	1.1K	100	61
#fitnessmotivation	168.6M	33.3K	1.9K	100	70
#gymlife	91.4M	20.8K	1.0K	100	55
#gymmotivation	91.3M	46.3K	1.3K	100	59

Similar Hashtags to #flex

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#flexibility	12.2M	989	1.2K	100	65
#reflexão	13.2M	7.7K	9.7K	100	71
#reflexiones	9.0M	2.3K	3.8K	100	76
#reflexion	5.9M	1.6K	1.3K	100	45
#flexible	6.5M	136	1.6K	100	65

Hashtag Cloud

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How to Use #flex on Instagram

Mix with niche hashtags — #flex has very high competition. Combine it with smaller, more specific hashtags to improve your visibility.
Use 5-15 hashtags per post — Include #flex alongside related tags for the best reach. Don't just use one hashtag.
Combine with related hashtags — Try pairing #flex with #fit, #workout, #fitnessmotivation for a well-rounded hashtag set.
Check for banned hashtags — Always verify your hashtags are safe before posting. Use the IQHashtags Banned Hashtag Checker.

Frequently Asked Questions

How popular is #flex on Instagram?

#flex has 565.5M total posts on Instagram with approximately 38.4K new posts added daily. The average post using #flex receives 726 likes and 35 comments.

Is #flex a good hashtag to use?

#flex has a competition score of 100/100 (very high) and a reach score of 46/100. This is a competitive hashtag — best used alongside smaller, niche-specific tags.

What hashtags go well with #flex?

The best hashtags to use with #flex include: #fit, #workout, #fitnessmotivation, #gymlife, #gymmotivation. Using a mix of related hashtags helps you reach a wider audience while staying relevant to your content.

Editorial transparency: This article was drafted with AI assistance using IQ Hashtags' internal platform data and research, then reviewed and edited for accuracy by Ewa Suwińska, Editorial Lead at IQ Hashtags. Last reviewed: 2026-06-03. Learn about our editorial process →

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