Q:
1. Is bodybuilding by instrument allowed for strength?
2. Is playing chess by husband and wife allowed?
A:
1. It is permissible provided there is nothing impermissible associated with it.
2. Refer to http://muftionline.co.za/node/8652
And Allah Ta’ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
Answered by:
Mufti Zakaria Makada
Checked & Approved:
Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)