Some people hire personal trainers. Miguel has a much more demanding coach: his Sphynx cat, Voodoo, affectionately known as “Rotisserie Chicken.”
A viral TikTok from @miguel_harichi shows what happens when workout time collides with cat attention needs. Posted with the caption “Doing push-ups with my rotisserie chicken” and “Letting my cat coach my pushups,” the video captures the adorable chaos of trying to exercise with a very involved feline supervisor.
Mid-push-up, Voodoo saunters over and demands immediate affection. Miguel pauses, patiently receives his love, and reciprocates with gentle pets. Then he attempts to continue his workout—but now he’s doing side-to-side push-ups to avoid his precious little Chicken, who has positioned himself directly in his path.
The comment section erupted with appreciation for both the workout supervision and the patient cat dad. “The cat really said ‘lower annnnddd hold’ 😂🤭” joked one viewer, recognizing the coaching energy.
“You go this way, I go that way….ok go! Wait, no this way…” another fan narrated, perfectly capturing the modified workout routine.
Several comments noted the unexpected star power: “I was so focused on the rotisserie chicken, I didn’t even know it was Miguel until I came to the comments! 😂”
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Others appreciated the dynamic: “The cat is utterly obsessed with you, Miguel,” and “Just a man and his cat🥰.”
The backstory made it even better. “I love how he got the cat for Leah but the baby said ‘not the mama’ 😂” wrote one commenter, referencing how Rotisserie Chicken chose Miguel as her favorite person despite being adopted for his partner.
One fan summed it up perfectly: “Isn’t this the most endearing thing you’ve seen on TikTok today!”
Sphynx Cats Are Energetic, Loyal Companions Who Love Involvement
Rotisserie Chicken’s insistence on participating in Miguel’s workout perfectly demonstrates classic Sphynx cat personality. These energetic, acrobatic performers are loyal breeds who follow their humans around and try to involve themselves in whatever’s happening—grabbing any opportunity to demand attention.
Image via Shutterstock/ Eric Isselee
(Image via Shutterstock/ Eric Isselee)
Sphynx cats are curious, intelligent and affectionate. They’re known for their unexpected sense of humor and their determination to be part of every activity. Despite their hairless appearance giving them a serious expression, these cats are friendly, loving companions who bond deeply with their chosen person.
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As one commenter observed: “Time for cat yoga!”
Miguel’s workout? Officially supervised. Rotisserie Chicken? Employee of the month.
This story was originally published by Parade Pets on Feb 11, 2026, where it first appeared in the Pet News section. Add Parade Pets as a Preferred Source by clicking here.