As Swolemates continues to flex its narrative muscles, Swolemates Chapter 45-52 pack an emotional punch that matches the physical feats of its characters. This stretch of the manhwa intensifies the romantic tension and delves deeper into personal growth, friendship, and the trials that test mental and physical strength. For fans following the series religiously, these chapters offer a rewarding blend of heartfelt moments and gripping drama. Swolemates has always been more than a story about fitness enthusiasts finding love.
Swolemates Chapter 45: Tension Under the Bar
In Swolemates Chapter 45, Alex changes into her team uniform but finds the t-shirt too tight. Chris mentioned that he’d order her a new one, and they headed to meet the last two team members. Sangkuk Vah, incredibly excited, tells Alex that she looks different and much healthier. When Alex asks if he’s Japanese, he reveals that his mother is Korean and his father is Japanese. And they named him “Thomas” after randomly asking a stranger for a cool American name. Alex finds this hilarious and expresses that his parents never gave him a chance.
They move on to meet Austin, who is grumpy. Alex jokes that she’s also grumpy but is happy to see another short person on the team. Austin, who’s 5’6″, defends himself, saying giants surround him. Alex, who is 5’2″, reassures him that being short is cool and that short people get buff twice as fast as their taller teammates.
Alex compliments Austin’s shoulder and arm progress and asks about his favorite workout, to which he responds with overhead press and cable delt flies. As they’re chatting, Chris interrupts and informs Alex that the interviewers are waiting for her in the interview room. Alex is shocked to learn that the interview will be streamed live, as over 10000 people are already watching, and Swolemates Chapter 45 ends.
Chapter 46: Spotting Emotions
Swolemates Chapter 46, Alex expressed her frustration with Chris about him revealing that the interview is being streamed live before she goes on air. Chris admits it wasn’t the best move but was trying to be transparent. Alex tells him to keep her in the dark next time and treat her like a dog. She heads to the interview room, where a lady informs her that she’ll be interviewed in 15 minutes. The questions will focus on the upcoming season and her team.
Alex is given a list of questions to review while she finishes her makeup. Once ready, Alex returns to the interview room and meets Amy, who will conduct the interview. The questions are mostly standard until Amy asks the final one about Alex’s previous stint in the league, where she didn’t leave on the best terms. Amy brings up the nickname fans gave her, asking Alex’s thoughts. Swolemates Chapter 46 ends on this cliffhanger, with Alex unsure how to respond.
Swolemates Chapter 47: Weighted Words
In Swolemates Chapter 47, Alex panics about the last question and wonders why Amy is asking her about the nickname. She starts overthinking but quickly decides to channel Braydin’s attitude. Alex says the nickname is fitting and describes her love for Cheetos, hoping everyone uses it in the future. However, she then opens up about how she wasn’t happy with the nickname or left the league. She admits that she had prioritized gaming over other important aspects of her life, including her health, friends, and attitude.
Alex acknowledges that the nickname represents everything she hated about herself at the time, but now she’s physically and mentally stronger. Amy is impressed with Alex’s answer and reassures her that she’s glad to see Alex is doing better. A new and improved Alex is ready to take on the upcoming season, and Alex is determined to prove herself. The interview ends, and her teammates praise her for handling the tough question well. Sangkuk shows Alex the stream chat comments, which had been filled with positive reactions, making Alex feel more confident as Swolemates Chapter 47 concludes.
Chapter 48: Reps and Regrets
Swolemates Chapter 48 begins with Alex saying she needs to read the stream chat messages to face her critics. Sangkuk shows her the screenshots, and Alex initially braces herself for harsh comments about her nickname. However, she’s surprised to see that the comments quickly turn positive. Viewers seem to be embracing her, and they appreciate her comeback story. Sangkuk mentions that Alex has become one of the most popular players in the league, which Alex finds amusing.
Alex then heads home, where she meets Braydin, who, to her embarrassment, reminds her that she forgot to get his autograph. Braydin laughs it off, and Alex realizes how long the week has felt, as she’s been working hard to prepare. She then receives a supportive message from Lucas and heads to the gym. Upon entering, she’s surprised to see Kaylee there as well. Swolemates Chapter 48 ends with this unexpected encounter, leaving readers eager to see what will happen next.
Swolemates Chapter 49: Circuit of Trust
In Swolemates Chapter 49, Kaylee mentions Alex’s successful livestream, expressing her pride and apologizing. She also praises Alex for handling the hate she received and suggests making a video together. While Alex listens, she feels disbelief—Kaylee’s sudden kindness feels insincere. Braydin overhears the conversation and starts doubting his previous judgment of Kaylee, wondering if there’s more to her than he thought.
Kaylee continues pushing for a video collaboration and tries to explain that Alex is probably upset about her argument with Braydin, offering to apologize to him, too. Alex reflects on their past, recalling how she once wanted to be like Kaylee—confident, popular, and admired. However, as she grew older, Alex saw through Kaylee’s manipulative nature and realized she never wanted to be like her.
Instead, Alex wants to be proud of herself and knows she doesn’t need someone toxic like Kaylee. She tells Kaylee to stay away from her, signaling the end of their relationship. Braydin, hearing Alex’s words, realizes she shares his perspective, which leaves him uneasy. Swolemates Chapter 49 ends, hinting at this revelation’s impact.
Chapter 50: Breaking Plateaus
Swolemates Chapter 50 opens with a flashback to Braydin at 14, meeting his friend Nikki at school. She’s set up the lab for their latest experiment video, and Braydin wonders if their viewers will like it. Nikki believes his personality and passion will make anything interesting. Braydin admits he finds science cool and would do these experiments even if they weren’t making videos. Nikki suggests he consider a career in science and asks if he’s thought about high school classes, but Braydin hasn’t.
They attended class and filmed the experiment in the chemistry lab. Afterward, Nikki says making these videos has become the highlight of her week and suggests they keep making them. Braydin agrees. The story jumps forward two years, and Braydin is now 16. He’s changed since his mother’s death, and Nikki tries to cheer him up, but he’s distant. Braydin mentions making videos again for fun and asks Nikki to join him. She happily agrees.
Days later, Nikki says she’s edited their old recordings and thinks they can start posting again. Braydin hesitates, unsure if they should. Before Nikki can ask why, some bullies approach and harass Braydin.
Swolemates Chapter 51: Cool Down Confessions
Swolemates chapter 51 opens with Nikki yelling at the bullies, demanding they leave Braydin alone. The bully explained that he saw Braydin talking to himself in the science lab yesterday and making a video, which caused laughter from the class and teachers. Nikki tells Braydin to ignore them, but the teasing continues, and the bullies don’t back off. After a while, they finally leave, and Nikki encourages Braydin not to let it bother him. However, Braydin expresses his frustration, admitting that it’s not just those three bullies who think he’s weird—everyone does. He is called names and feels isolated because the boys consider him a creep due to his quiet nature, and the girls are not interested in him.
Nikki reassures him that it’s false and encourages him to keep doing what he loves despite the negativity. Braydin, however, doesn’t share her optimism. His love for science videos has only made him a target. When he returns home to his father’s usual drunken state, he contemplates his miserable year and wonders if he will ever escape the labels others have placed on him. He wants to change himself to fit in and stop being seen as the “creepy loser.”
Braydin decides to act more confident and start dressing like the popular kids, even deleting his old social media content. He hopes this new persona will finally make high school bearable, and maybe, just maybe, the world will see him differently. Swolemates chapter 51 ends with Braydin’s resolve to reinvent himself.
Chapter 52: Flexing Futures
Swolemates Chapter 52 opens with Braydin embracing his new persona, transforming his style and behaviour to resemble the loud, confident, outgoing, popular kids. Everyone is shocked by his drastic change, and soon, Braydin starts gaining popularity. The cool kids invite him to lunch, and he can’t believe how well his new act works. Reflecting on his success, Braydin realizes all he has to do is act like a loud, attention-seeking jerk. However, he wonders if this new image can be maintained outside school.
Braydin contemplates whether he could apply this persona to his social media and post cringe-worthy videos to solidify his new identity. Braydin, astounded by 2,000 notifications and 800K views on his videos, checks his notifications the next day. He wonders what the other kids at school will think of his newfound popularity while he’s thrilled with the attention. Swolemates Chapter 52 ends with Braydin realizing that his life has taken an unexpected turn, for better or worse.
Personal Reflection
Swolemates Chapter 45-52 stands out with its lighthearted humour and profound emotional beats. These chapters, in particular, resonated with us because of their authentic portrayal of personal struggles and relationship dynamics. The character development feels earned, and the emotional stakes are as compelling as any high-stakes competition.
Swolemates Chapter 45-52 of Swolemates is a masterclass blending romance, drama, and personal growth. If you haven’t caught up, now’s the time to dive back in. For those who have, what were your favourite moments? Share your thoughts, and let’s discuss the highs and lows of this emotional rollercoaster!
