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PNBA Bobby Fotheringham Outlines How Much Muscle You Can Build Each Year in Natural Bodybuilding
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PNBA Bobby Fotheringham explains how much muscle you can build yearly in natural bodybuilding.
Of course, building muscle as a natural takes longer than building muscle with the help of steroids and other performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs). So, how much muscle can you add to your frame in natural bodybuilding each year? Professional Natural Bodybuilding Association (PNBA) athlete Bobby Fotheringham answers this sought-out question on social media.
Bobby Fotheringham is a 2x UKDFBA British Champion and NBFI Italy World Champion. On Instagram, Fotheringham outlined how much muscle mass a natural bodybuilder can expect to gain each year. Fotheringham stated:
“Natural bodybuilding, there are limits to the rate we can gain muscle in a period of time.
There are many scientific models that could give you a rough idea of growth potential, they are all pretty much say the same thing. The one Iv been reading up on is
Lyle McDonald’s Model V
1 Years Training (9kg – 12kg)
2 Years Training (4kg – 5kg)
3 Years Training (2.5kg – 3kg)
4+ years Training (0.9kg – 1.3kg)
This to me is about spot on. I’m in to 6 years now and starting at 62kg and at the top end of bulking last prep was 90kg”
You can see Fotheringham’s full statement and progress over the years below.
How Much Muscle Can You Build Naturally?
Bobby Fotheringham isn’t the first natural competitor to disclose how much muscle a natural athlete can build. Men’s Bodybuilding Natural Olympia competitor, Christian Schneider, gives a timeline for the amount of muscle a natural athlete can gain each year as a weightlifter. Schneider and Fotheringham agree on how much muscle a new lifter can acquire within the first year of training (9kg – 12kg). Schneider asserted:
“As a newcomer to training, you can still build muscles quickly and so it is quite possible to gain 9-12 kg in the first year [sic]
In the second year the whole thing is halved and you build up a little slower and less [sic] The following year you can still expect a good increase of 2-3 kg
From the 4th and 5th year it will usually only be 300-800g per year. That doesn’t sound like much, but after 10 years that’s a good 5 kg of pure muscle mass [sic]”
How Much Muscle Can Steroids Build?
Natural bodybuilders in the INBA PNBA league are smaller than bodybuilders in the International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness (IFBB) Pro league. That’s because INBA PNBA athletes are prohibited from doping. Whereas the IFBB Pro league doesn’t screen for steroids and other PEDs.
And steroids add substantially more muscle to your frame. According to studies, athletes using steroids can gain 4.5-11 pounds (2-5 kg) of lean body mass. And considering that Fotheringham claims that after 4+ years of training, your rate of muscle growth slows to 0.9 kg-1.3 kg per year, this is staggering (1).
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References
Hartgens, F., & Kuipers, H. (2004). Effects of androgenic-anabolic steroids in athletes. Sports medicine (Auckland, N.Z.), 34(8), 513–554. https://doi.org/10.2165/00007256-200434080-00003
Benefits of Rowing Machines
A full explanatory guide on what rowing machines can do for YOU
Cardio, the enemy of the people. Powerlifters, bodybuilders, crossfitters, the average gym goer, they dread doing it. However, everyone knows how beneficial it can be. So what are your options to choose from in order to get it done?
We have all heard it before, “I want to lose weight, but I hate running.” Luckily, running is not the only option there is for cardio. You actually have a few options as far as cardio equipment, but they all certainly have their pros and cons.
Walking on the treadmill can be boring, but running on the treadmill can be hard your shins or knees. The stationary bike seats aren’t always the most comfortable things to sit on. Then there’s the Stairmaster, the true villain of every gym. What do these all have in common? They focus mainly on your lower body.
But, what about a type of cardio that does not just work the lower half? The rowing machines. These tend to be heavily overlooked and under-appreciated. There are so many benefits of rowing machines. Let’s dive in.
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Bodily Benefits of Rowing Machines
Rowing machines can be extremely beneficial to the body. Engaging you from head to toe, building up endurance, providing a variety of training, and much more!
Total Body Engagement
Hopping on the stairs, treadmill, or bike for your cardio definitely gets the job done, but as stated before, mostly work only your lower body. The rowing machines on the other hand bring your whole body into play. Rowing machines utilize more than just your arms or just your legs, as some people may think.
Your back, shoulders, and biceps are all being contracted during the pulling motion, while your legs (specifically hamstrings and glutes) are being used to perform that driving motion. All the while you’re bracing your core during the movement.
You are getting all the cardiovascular benefits, all the while developing your muscles at the same time.
Endurance and Strength from Rowing Machines
Just like any other type of cardio, the rowing machines build up your cardiovascular endurance. Whether you are doing high intensity interval training (HIIT), low intensity endurance training, or just casually rowing, you’ll find that the more time you spend on it, the easier it gets.
Not only does cardiovascular endurance improve, but also muscular endurance and strength. Being that the rowing machines engage the whole body and your muscles are being worked, plus it is like doing repeated repetitions, your muscles are really being put to work the entire time you are on the rowing machine.
The range of motion for movements on a rowing machine is also large. Think of it like doing repetitions of squats or a leg press while rowing at the same time, repeatedly. This builds up both the strength, and endurance of the muscle groups being worked!
Versatility
HIIT training, distance training, you name it, it can be done on a rowing machine. No matter what training style you are utilizing, your cardiovascular fitness is improving during it.
Fat Loss
As with almost any cardio, the rowing machine can be beneficial for fat loss while still preserving and even possibly increasing muscle. It is an aerobic exercise, meaning it uses the body’s carbs and fats for fuel.
Rowing Machines vs. Other Cardio Equipment
There are plenty of benefits to every piece of cardio equipment, so how does the rowing machine stack up against them?
Rowing Machines are Low-Impact
Compared to other pieces of cardio equipment, such as the treadmill, the rowing machine is low-impact. This means you do not have your joints pounding on the ground as you would with something such as a treadmill. Rowing machines being low impact makes it easier for people with disabilities or other health conditions to do their cardio.
For example, someone with a spinal condition or things like shin splints would possibly be able to benefit from a rowing machine rather than something such as a Stairmaster. This is due to the rowing machine being a low impact piece of equipment! They may be able to even strengthen those weakened areas of the body.
Full-Body Engagement
As stated before, you are being engaged from head to toe when on a rowing machine. This differs from things like the treadmill, Stairmaster, or bike, that only engage mainly the lower body. Now the elliptical also engages the upper body, but the rower forces more abdominal engagement.
With the full body engagement, you are also seeing full body coordination. Everything needs to work together to perform the movement on a rowing machine, as opposed to equipment like the Stairmaster where your legs are the only thing being utilized.
Rowing Machine for Recovery
Believe it or not, rowing machines can actually be used for recovery, specifically after lifting. After intense strength training, the rowing machine can be used as a cool down tool. This is due to the low impact aspect, and during the movement you are stretching out your whole body. Even on a rest day, if you are up for it, you can hop on the rowing machine.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Now that you’ve read through all of the good things the rowing machine has to offer, you may have a few questions!
How do I use the Rowing Machine?
This is one of the biggest reasons people do not try out new equipment, they are unclear on how to use it. So let’s go step by step just to make sure you got the hang of it!
Set the Drag: This is the level of resistance, and typically can be found on the screen next to the flywheel.
Place Hands/Feet: Strap your feet in, grab the handles with both hands, keep wrists straight.
Lean Forward: Shoulders should in front of your hips.
Leg Drive: Drive feet down, push with your legs. This is done in a similar movement to that of the squat or leg press.
Lean Back: Lean your torso back, but only slightly, you do not want to go so far that you are parallel to the floor.
Pull: With your hands, pull the handles towards your body.
Advice From the Pros: If you want some visual instruction, check out this video from Deadspin where United States Olympians demonstrate the rowing machine:
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When Should I Use a Rowing Machine?
Rowing machines can be thrown anywhere in your schedule, whenever you are up for it! That is another benefit of rowing machines, it can fit anywhere you want.
Utilizing a rowing machine can be done before you lift, as a warm up. This gets the blood pumping throughout the body and gets you ready to go for your lift!
The rowing machine can also be utilized after a lift, as a recovery/cool down movement. Some people prefer to do their cardio after they lift, and if you fit that category then feel free to throw it in at the end!
Active rest days are also a good time for the rowing machine. It is low impact, you can go at your own pace, do whatever type of workout you want. This makes rowing machines a perfect option for an active rest day.
Should I use a Rowing Machine Over Other Cardio Equipment?
The answer to this is all up to you. If you are able to and have access to a rowing machine, why not switch it up every now and then? At this point, you have read about all the benefits of rowing machines compared to other pieces of cardio equipment, why not give it a try?
Wrap Up
There are so many benefits of rowing machines that were discussed. It is low-impact, fit for versatility in your training, and can be used to build strength and endurance along with being beneficial for recovery. There are numerous reasons to give it a try. If you know where to place it in your workout routine, know how you want to use it for your training, and are willing to put the work in, there is no reason to not try the rowing machines!
Arnold Schwarzenegger Now Uses Tequila Or Schnapps To Mix In Protein Shakes
Arnold Schwarzenegger says this recipe is superior to using yeast, which he did during his time as a bodybuilder.
Arnold Schwarzenegger remains an influential voice around the sport of bodybuilding after a career that dubbed him as the best to ever do it. However, this might not be something that fans of his will want to follow. Or maybe they will?
Schwarzenegger sat down for a Zoom interview with Insider and was able to discuss many topics around bodybuilding. It came up that Schwarzenegger now likes to mix his protein with different alcohols.
“I add a little bit of schnapps or tequila. Tequila is also good,” Schwarzenegger said.
In a previous interview with Men’s Health, Schwarzenegger shared a recipe that he likes to use for these shakes. It consists of almond milk, cherry juice, a banana, and a whole egg to go along with the protein powder.
“I sometimes put in the schnapps. I sometimes put in the tequila. It just gives it a little extra flavor,” Schwarzenegger said.
How Does This Compare To Protein Shakes Arnold Schwarzenegger Used Years Ago?
Arnold Schwarzenegger began drinking protein shakes at a young age. When he was 15, Schwarzenegger would use a mixer to combine milk, skimmed milk powder, honey, and yeast. He explained that this taste was not a good one and that he now prefers some alcohol mixed in.
READ MORE: Arnold Schwarzenegger: Obsession With Size & Increased Drug Use Is Killing Bodybuilders
Schwarzenegger is currently in Toronto filming a live-action TV series for Netflix entitled UTAP. On set, he has made these protein shakes for his crew and has gotten plenty of positive feedback.
“I’m making protein shakes now for the whole cast. My trailer becomes kind of like a bar where people come by for a protein drink.”
Arnold Schwarzenegger began his career as a teenager when he developed a love for fitness. He quickly built a championship physique that led him to seven Olympia titles. He is considered the greatest bodybuilder of all-time and remains active in the gym to this day.
At 74 years old, Schwarzenegger remains active in the gym and has even dabbled with plant-based diets. Protein shakes with alcohol might become the new craze if people begin taking Schwarzenegger’s word that it is as good as he says.
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Straight Facts: Why You Need To Stop Taking Turkesterone Now!
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Jerry Brainum breaks down the straight facts behind the popular supplement Turkesterone – and how it fails as an anabolic substance.
In the effort to be the best in the world, individuals will search high and low for the best way to get an edge over the competition. In bodybuilding this can take many forms including searching for the key secret workout plan, discovering a new posing trick, or finding a new supplement that increases gains. Ecdysteroids are a class of substance that are often marketed as a legally anabolic supplement. Most popular of these substances is Turkesterone. But does it really work? In our latest episode of Straight Facts, Jerry Brainum explains why Turkesterone fails as an anabolic substance.
In no secret in the bodybuilding world that anabolic steroids are used to increase muscle growth and recovery. But the truth of the matter is that steroids are illegal to use for recreational activity and often banned in most professional sports. So there will always be individuals looking for the next new substance that acts like steroids – but is legal. For example, many have turned to SARMs, which have a more of a grey area legally compared to steroids – at least in the United States.
This is also where Turkesterone comes in. Turkesterone is a legal supplement that can be purchased over the counter. It is part of a class of substances called Ecdysteroids and has gained popularity as an anabolic supplement by athletes over the past few decades. But does Turkesterone really work? Jerry Brainum turns to past studies – and a more recent study to break down the truth behind this controversial over the counter substance.
Is Turkesterone Anabolic?
The short answer is – no, Turkesterone shows no proven record of being anabolic. Jerry Brainum digs back through past studies on insects and rodents that showed promise for anabolic effects – but it has never been proven in human consumption. Up until recent, Turkesterone was never studied specifically – but many other Ecdysteroids have gone through trials that yielded little to no results.
So how did we get here? Why is this supplement seen as an anabolic option by athletes and bodybuilders? It started due to the chemical makeup behind Ecdysteroids. They contain a similar structure to testosterone. But just because the structure is similar – doesn’t mean the effects are. Which is why scientists took it to studies for proof. The ultimate human trials were disappointing for anyone hoping to find a healthy and legal way to boost muscle protein synthesis in a serious way.
Debunking The Myths Behind Turkesterone
There will be those who doubt the accuracy of past studies behind Ecdysteroids. For one, most studies do not focus on Turkesterone specifically. Perhaps that specific substance does work compared to others. This is why Jerry Brainum turns to a much more recent study that focus specifically on Turkesterone.
Ironically, this study was only done on rodents. While other past Ecdysteroid studies seemed to show some slight promise in rodents – this study found that the substance did not reach any anabolic pathway for the mice. Therefore – there was no way it could have an anabolic effect on muscle protein synthesis.
Deniers will also point out that these studies were not done on humans. Furthermore, the mice were not put through exercise. Perhaps this substance, like steroids, needs exercise to show results. Jerry Brainum debunks this line of thinking as well. He points to a 1966 study that proved once and for all that testosterone, even when not exercising, increased muscle mass. Yes, exercise is vital to reach more noticeable levels. But the important point is that anabolic substances will work with or without exercise. Turkesterone does not.
The Placebo Effect
So why do so many people still swear by Turkesterone if it has no proven effect? Why do so many people believe it works? Even Joe Rogan has given time on his podcast discussing with Andrew Huberman about Turkesterone. This is a big platform that can influence a lot of people.
Jerry Brainum believes that this is simply the placebo effect. In fact, he thinks for some people, Turkesterone really does help them increase muscle size. Not because of the actual chemical makeup of the substance but instead because of the psychological boost it gives users who think it works.
Brainum goes on to say that just because a person believes they saw results from the supplement, doesn’t mean that is proof. There are many factors to account for – which is why studies are done in the first place. Correlation does not equal causality.
Is Turkesterone bad for you? It doesn’t seem so. But Jerry Brainum is convinced after looking at the data – this supplement does not have an anabolic effect. It’s a waste of money and energy that can be better spent elsewhere.
Wrap Up
Ultimately, there is no damage being done if you take Turkesterone. But it won’t be helping your gains either beyond a possible placebo effect. You can watch Jerry Brainum go into detail and break down the facts behind Turkesterone in our latest episode of Straight Facts above. Make sure to check out new episodes every Wednesday only on Generation Iron or wherever podcasts are downloaded!
WATCH: The Stoltman Brothers Attack A 20,000-Calorie Breakfast Challenge
The Stoltman brothers took down a meal that only strongmen could handle.
The different diet plans that athletes use are always amazing to see. Whether it is basketball or football, all athletes train and eat their meals in different ways. When it comes to bodybuilding and strongman, these diets take on a new meaning. The Stoltman Brother took down a breakfast challenge that show what these athletes can really put down.
Both Tom and Luke Stoltman sat down at the Hillhead Cafe in Tornagrain, Scotland looking to eat everything on the breakfast menu — and they did. The brothers made sure to order one of everything on the menu and it added up to around 20,000 calories.
The Stoltman Brothers were the first to try the menu from some of the best cooks in the world. The impressive feat of eating began strong for the brothers but you can see the difficulty as they continued on in the video.
So, What Did The Stoltman Brothers Eat?
The long morning of eating for Tom and Luke Stoltman began with a vegetarian bowl made of granola, yogurt, summer berries, and lemon curd. This menu item is known as the Summer Breakfast Bowl. The Stoltman Brothers followed this up with buttermilk pancakes made of smoked bacon, soft cheese, blueberries and topped with maple syrup.
“I think these are the best pancakes I have ever had,” Luke Stoltman said.
The meal continued with fish and eggs. It was a highland salmon mixed with avocado, scrambled eggs, and dill.
“Calorie wise, I think this menu probably equates to around 20,000 calories. I think we can do it. So far, I am feeling good,” Luke Stoltman said.
At this point, there were two meals left for the Stoltman Brothers. The penultimate meal was the “Tornagrain.” This was made up of black pudding, packed eggs, mushrooms, and bacon. The full recipe was not disclose. Finally, Tom and Luke Stoltman enjoyed the sharing platter. This was made up of two bowls of oats with strawberries, pancakes, and granola bars with raspberries.
The Stoltman Brothers continue to be two of the top strongmen in the world and it is because of their dedication and preparation to the sport. With insane meals like this one, it is clear that they have plenty of calories coming in to feed the machines.
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Chris Bumstead Hits 140Lb Dumbbell Shoulder Press PR in Off Season Training
Chris Bumstead shows incredible strength in recent shoulder training.
Classic Physique Olympia champion Chris Bumstead recently broke a personal record with 140lb dumbbell shoulder press. The reigning Olympia champion showed supreme strength in a recent training session ahead of the 2022 show.
Looking to defend his Classic Physique Olympia title once again, Chris Bumstead has been pulling out all stops in training. From consuming specific muscle building meals to taking stem cells to help heal his body, Bumstead has been doing everything in his power to ensure that he will once again be classic physique king. This mindset is also translating over to his training.
Strength is on the up, body feelin good, still working on not being a skinny b****.Last nights chest workout:– Dumbbell Press: 2 working sets, 8-10 reps.– Dumbbell Flies: 2 working sets, 8-10 reps.– Chest Press Machine: 2 working sets, drop set on both. Start second set on same weight as drop set from first set.– Pec Deck: 3 working sets, ~15 reps.– Push Ups: 2 sets, to failure.
In order to build new muscle and bring something new to the table at the 2022 Olympia, Chris Bumstead is pushing himself in his offseason training. As such, the reigning classic physique Champion has set a new personal record in the dumbbell shoulder press.
In a recent video uploaded to his YouTube channel, Chris Bumstead showcased a full shoulder workout that saw the Olympia champion soar to new heights. Below is the full list of his shoulder workout.
Full Shoulder Workout
Dumbbell Shoulder Press
“I will train shoulder press, like 140 pounds. We’ll see. I feel like I can do it. If you believe, you can achieve.”
It was clear from this statement that Chris Bumstead was looking to push himself harder during his training. It clearly paid off.
“Three weeks into my off-season hitting PRs in shoulder press… shoulders feel good.”
Machine Shoulder Press
Bumstead moved on to the machine shoulder press where he stated that he’s working on volume. The more training you do the more volume you’ll need to see continued progress.
“Alright, so, new routine. I’m trying to do more volume, so I did really heavy two sets of shoulder press and just one set here. Now, I’m going to do a slow-drop set, I guess you could call it – four, three, two, one. I’m going to do a 30-second rest between the four plates and three plates. 20-second rest between the three and the two, and 10-second rest between the two and the one. I’m just going to do a drop set where I move a little slower and try to get a little volume in here.”
Dumbbell Lateral Raise w/ Single-Arm Cable Rear Delt Fly Superset
Chris Bumstead goes on to state that he’s five pounds away from being the heaviest he’s ever been. It appears that the goal is to put on more mass ahead of the 2022 Olympia.
“Still skinny, but we’re getting somewhere. I was 259 [lbs] this morning. So, weight’s coming back. I feel like if I put on five more pounds, I’ll be at the heaviest I’ve ever been. This is the leanest I’ve been in an off-season.”
Machine Lateral Raise w/ Reverse Pec Deck Fly Superset
Captain’s Chair Leg Raise
“If anyone has any tips on how to do abs, please let me know. I just did two sets of 10 and the cramp I get in my abs, it literally curls in and sticks out.”
See the full shoulder workout here.
What do you think of Chris Bumstead crushing shoulder training?
Brian Shaw Leg Presses 2,000-Pound Car Ahead Of New Event In 2022 Shaw Classic
Brian Shaw will introduce the car leg press during the 2022 Shaw Classic.
The Shaw Classic has arrived and is only growing from here. This year will mark the third rendition of the event and there is plenty of hype entering the event. The 2022 Shaw Classic is set to take place on Aug. 13-14 in Loveland, CO. During the event, Brian Shaw decided to add a new event where competitors will have to leg press a car for reps.
Brian Shaw did not want to add the event without trying it for himself. He shared a video to his YouTube page where he is seen completing reps with a 2,000-pound car. He begins by lifting the car as it is loaded onto the machine. Shaw angled the lift to 35 degrees in order to make it comfortable to lifters.
“The car is heavy, very heavy, and I want this to be doable… We are going to modify the leg press to change the leg press a little bit. The weight is still going to be incredibly difficult, but it’s meant to be a challenge,” Shaw explains.
Brian Shaw Continues To Grow His Classic
Brian Shaw is a four-time champion of the World’s Strongest Man competition. He abs won the inaugural Shaw Classic back in 2020, before Trey Mitchell was victorious last year. The full event list was released and many were interested in this new car leg press.
“Now that is a Strongman event. It is quite literally everything that I pictured this event being… There is no way you can look at that and say that it’s not awesome.”
Cars are not new when it comes to strongman events. The historical side of it has the car walk and truck pull as some of the most exciting events in competition. Athletes have to use strength in different ways to lift a car and walk with it. This requires balance and stability, along with incredible strength.
Brian Shaw is excited about adding the car leg press to the list of events at the 2022 Shaw Classic. This event will take place on the second day of action from Colorado.
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Former 212 Olympia Champion Kamal Elgargni To Enter 2022 Tampa Pro and 2022 Texas Pro In Open Bodybuilding
Kamal Elgargni will take a step up in divisions when he competes as an Open bodybuilder.
Kamal Elgargni is just three years removed from his Olympia 212 title back in 2019. Now, he has announced that he will take a step up in divisions and compete in Men’s Open. Elgargni will try his luck during the 2022 Tampa Pro and 2022 Texas Pro.
Elgargni made the official announcement on Tuesday during an interview on a live video on the BP Sports Instagram account.
“I feel really, really good and I’m excited with what I’m going to bring to the stage at both contests,” Elgargni said.
The Tampa Pro is scheduled to take place in Tampa on Aug. 6. The Texas Pro will take place one weeks later in Irving, TX on Aug. 12-13.
Can Kamal Elgargni Win In Men’s Open?
Kamal Elgargni shared that he currently weighs 224 pounds. There is not much time before the competitions begin and he did not reveal what weight he plans to enter. The full rosters for these events have not been released but they are usually shows with some elite competition.
This would not be the first time that a 212 competitor attempts to make the jump to Men’s Open. Of course, Shaun Clarida was able to make the switch and win the Legion Sports Fest back in October. He will now have a chance to compete at the Olympia as an Open bodybuilder. Clarida is also qualified in 212 but will not have the option to compete in both.
Derek Lunsford is looking like the next athlete that will officially make the jump. He is the reigning 212 Olympia champion but has put on tremendous size this offseason. It is unlikely he will make it back down to 212 and could be training for Men’s Open. Elgargni is another former 212 Olympia champion looking to find success at the next level.
Kamal Elgargni is qualified for the Olympia for the duration of his career since he is a past champion. It is unclear if he will attempt to make it back down to this eight before December — or if he plans to show up at the Olympia at all. Either way, he will have a chance to show what he can do at 50 years old.
Iain Valliere is the reigning champion at both the Texas Pro and Tampa Pro, having won both shows on back-to-back weekends. This is what Elgargni would be trying to accomplish with his return to the stage.
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2022 INBA PNBA Pro/Am International Iron Man Magazine Championships: Preview
The 2022 INBA PNBA Pro/Am International Iron Man Magazine Championships show takes place this weekend!
The 2022 International Natural Bodybuilding Association (INBA)/Professional Natural Bodybuilding Association (PNBA) Pro/Am International Iron Man Magazine Championships show commences this upcoming weekend, July 30, 2022, in Hermosa Beach, CA.
2022 INBA PNBA Pro/Am International Iron Man Magazine Championships is a big INBA PNBA show, and competitors are vying for a spot at 2022 Natural Olympia. The INBA PNBA released a statement highlighting the event on social media. They stated:
“4 Days Out! IRON MAN MAGAZINE PRO/AM INTERNATIONAL BODYBUILDING CHAMPIONSHIPS
Date: July 30th
Open To Professional & Amateur Athletes From Other Organizations
Up To 15,000 Cash & Prizes Awarded
All First Place Professional Winners Will Be Featured In The Next Issue Of IRON MAN MAGAZINE!
Natural Olympia Qualifier for Professional & Amateur Athletes
@generationiron Coverage
Drug Tested with WADA Labs (Olympic Level Testing)
AND MORE!
Location: Hermosa Beach CA,
Community Theatre 710 Pier Ave, 90254
For more information visit ironmanmagazine.com or naturalbodybuilding.com”
The INBA PNBA’s Instagram post below includes a highlight clip of the Iron Man Magazine competition.
INBA PNBA Pro/Am International Iron Man Magazine Championships
The Iron Man Magazine show is one of the INBA PNBA’s more significant events. Additionally, some top INBA PNBA athletes with good standing with the league have multi-media contracts with Iron Man Magazine (and Generation Iron and INBA PNBA). Below is a list of a few of the multi-media contract athletes:
Adrian Pietraiu
2018 PNBA Athlete of the Year
2020 Hall of Fame Inductee
Philip Ricardo Jr.
2019, 2015, 2008, 2007 Natural Olympia Men’s Bodybuilding Champion
2021 Natural Olympia Men’s Bodybuilding Grand Masters Champion
William Long
3x Natural Olympia Men’s Physique champ
PNBA Hall of Fame Inducteee
Brandon Lirio
2x World Champion
2x Natural Univers Champion
PNBA Hall of Fame
The INBA PNBA Pro/Am International Iron Man Magzine Championships is open to amateur (INBA) and professional (PNBA) athletes. Winners will receive up to $15,000 in cash and prizes, and first-place winners will be featured in the next edition of Iron Man Magazine. Also, contenders will earn a chance to qualify for Natural Olympia.
Of course, all show participants are drug tested with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) labs. However, WADA only uses state-of-the-art drug testing procedures. And any competitor who fails a drug test will be stripped of any title and prizes he/she may receive. Plus, they’ll be placed in the Hall of Shame.
Natural Olympia
Denny Kakos founded the PNBA in 1990 because he wanted to create an organization for professional natural bodybuilders that gave out quality awards. Later, he expanded the PNBA to the INBA in 1994 to unite countries and expand natural bodybuilding globally.
Natural Olympia is the Super Bowl of natural bodybuilding competitions. And in the natural bodybuilding world, it’s equivalent to Mr. Olympia of the International Federation of Bodybuilding ad Fitness (IFBB) Pro league.
The 2022 Men’s Bodybuilding Natural Olympia winner will earn a spot on the list of Natural Olympia winners. The earliest winner dated back to John Hansen in 1998.
Generation Iron will cover the 2022 INBA PNBA Pro/Am Iron Man Magazine competition. So follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter to stay tuned!
Arnold Schwarzenegger Says Bodybuilding Is “Too Competitive” With Size: ‘They’re Taking More And More Stuff, Sometimes It Kills People’
Arnold Schwarzenegger continues to speak out on the current state of bodybuilding.
Arnold Schwarzenegger has been successful in many avenues over the course of his life. It began when he made a name for himself on the bodybuilding stage and is still known as the best to ever do it. Recently, the seven-time Olympia champion has spoken out about some of the dangers in the sport. This includes an obsession with size and how dangerous it can be.
There has been many bodybuilding deaths over the last year that have hit the sport hard. Shawn Rhoden and George Peterson passed away suddenly at the end of 2021. Cedric McMillan also died in April due to heart complications. In a recent interview with Insider, Schwarzenegger claims that athletes are becoming “too obsessed” with size.
“They have taken it, in my opinion, too far. It has gotten too competitive. They’re gonna take more and more stuff that they’re not supposed to, and sometimes it kills people.”
Arnold Schwarzenegger Touches On Competitors Interest In “Size, Size, Size”
Arnold Schwarzenegger joined Insider over a Zoom call to discuss some topics in the sport. Schwarzenegger remains an influential voice around bodybuilding and continues to focus on his own health to this day.
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Schwarzenegger became known for his freakish physique and incredible strength at a young age. Now, he explained how the weight continues to rise in the gym and competitors are doing more harm than good.
“The more extreme it gets and the more competitive the top athletes get, the more they are lifting weights that the body was not meant for,” Schwarzenegger said.
The use of steroids is obviously common in bodybuilding and compared with heavy weight, competitors are able to build championship physiques. But at what cost? This has been the discussion over the last year.
Arnold Schwarzenegger reiterated the health risks around the substances that are being taken.
“Sometimes they are taking drugs that are damaging for their health and are making them so strong that the tendons and bones were not meant for that weight, so then it gets into a really dangerous situation.”
Arnold Schwarzenegger made sure to state that there are plenty of dangers in other sports as well. He used skiing as an example. While it might be a recreational activity for some to do during a vacation, competitive skiing is fast-paced and could be dangerous at times.
Schwarzenegger also believes that the overall benefits of bodybuilding “have been tremendous” around the world. The interest in physical fitness and development of the industry has been huge over the last 50 years.
“There’s a gym in every hotel, every YMCA, every sports club, every university, every college, every high school, every police station, every fire station, every military base, I mean, everywhere.”
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