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Antoine Vaillant Looks Incredible Ahead of His Return at the Vancouver Pro
Antoine Vaillant looks ready to make his return at the Vancouver Pro.
Top Canadian bodybuilder Antoine Vaillant is looking impressive as he gets ready to step on stage at the Vancouver Pro this weekend. With a number of issues holding Vaillant back from competing in recent years, the talented bodybuilder is ready to show he still has plenty left in the tank.
When it comes to having faith, you can’t just have it in the good times. There are going to be times where the odds aren’t in your favor, where circumstances arise that will completely take you by surprise and challenge you. Challenge your entire perspective, in fact. In those times, you must have faith above all else. If not, you’ll be threatened to be consumed by your own self-doubt and negative energy. Progress will grind to a halt, and you won’t be able to achieve the dreams that you set for yourself.
It would have been easy for Antoine Vaillant to completely give up on his bodybuilding career after discovering he had heart issues. With so many top bodybuilders passing away in recent years, my heart scare would be a love for anyone to consider hanging it up. But rather than backing away from the sport that he loves so much, Vaillant is choosing to continue to train and compete. In fact, the talented bodybuilder will be competing at this weekend’s Vancouver Pro.
With hopes of making it onto the Olympia stage this year, Antoine Vaillant has been training hard despite his unfortunate circumstances. Recently, Vaillant confirmed that he is still training despite the heart news that he received. He isn’t ready to give up on bodybuilding quite yet. Despite not competing for quite some time, Vaillant still has a truly impressive physique. His setbacks only allowed him to continue to build his resolve. Vaillant chose to have faith even in the dark times.
Now ahead of the Vancouver Pro, Antoine Vaillant is showing off his impressive prep as well as his equally remarkable physique.
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The French Canadian bodybuilder is looking incredible as ever as he heads back to the posing stage.
If I’m getting ready for this weekend, does that make me a weekend warrior?
Are you excited for the return of Antoine Vaillant at the Vancouver Pro?
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Female Bodybuilder Aleesha Young Shocked At Requests By ‘Closet Muscle Lovers,’ Including Burping And Farting Videos
Aleesha Young has gained some interesting attention because of her physique.
Aleesha Young has found plenty of success on the bodybuilding stage over the course of her career. Since bursting onto the scene in Women’s Bodybuilding, Young has gotten some strange requests from those who seem to like women with muscles.
Young joined the Serious and Silliness podcast to discuss some of the highs and lows of her career. This includes some attention she has gotten because of her physique. The 37-year-old claims that she has received requests from those looking to buy videos of her “burping or farting.”
“I try to keep an open mind, but burping in front of people, selling [videos of] me burping, farting… I’m like, ‘no!’”
“I call them closet muscle lovers… I genuinely am fascinated by what draws people to me, and why. The answer is never the same, which keeps it very interesting to me, and I always try to approach a situation or a fan with an open mind.”
Aleesha Young: “I Have People Openly Be Like ‘Why Would You Want That Much Muscle?’”
Aleesha Young burst onto the scene as an extremely gifted competitor. She won the 2014 NPC USA Championships before moving to IFBB. Her last appearance on stage came during the 2020 Rising Phoenix Pro where she finished fourth. Young has went toe-to-toe with other elite competitors, such as Andrea Shaw and Helle Trevino.
READ MORE: Bodybuilding Grandmother Begins Competing At 69 Years Old, Feels Better Than In Her 20s
After making her claim, Young was questioned further by the podcast host to discuss the nature of these videos.
“Both, or just a video of it. I can’t do it… I don’t blush but I’m totally blushing. I’m like, ‘no, I am not doing that’.”
Aleesha Young continued to discuss some issues she has faced and this includes public perception of her physique. Young goes in depth on some reactions she has gotten from those who do not understand bodybuilding.
“Some of the things people say to me in public, I’m just like, ‘wow, I’m not easily offended but you wouldn’t say anything like that to somebody that was overweight.
I have people that will openly be like, ‘why would you want that much muscle? Why have you done that?’ And I generally laugh. I’m still really girly, I still love makeup, I still love hair, I still love all the ‘girl things’.”
Aleesha Young has not competed since 2020 and there is no plan for her to return to the stage as of now. She continues to train in the gym and keep her physique in top shape. This leaves the door open for a potential return to competition if she wants to throw her hat back into the ring.
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Hafthor Bjornsson Calls Out Tyson Fury During Training: ‘Are You Afraid? Show Yourself’
Hafthor Bjornsson continues to prepare for his next opponent and calls out Tyson Fury.
Hafthor Bjornsson has made his debut in the ring and continues to train at a high level. After taking down fellow former strongman Eddie Hall, Bjornsson is ready to take the talent level up a notch. The former World’s Strongest Man has been calling out Tyson Fury in recent weeks and did it once again on social media.
This is not the first time that the two have commented on the idea of a possible fight. At the end of June, both Fury and Bjornsson posted stories on Instagram teasing the idea of a fight. Fury retired from competitive boxing after his most recent victory over Dillan Whyte. For Bjornsson, his last time in the ring was a unanimous decision over Hall.
Fury and Bjornsson have great respect for one another and that showed during their one in-person meeting. If the two stepped in the ring together, there would be many eyes on the event.
Hafthor Bjornsson Calls Out Tyson Fury
Hafthor Bjornsson has lost a significant amount of weight since making the transition from strongman to boxer. He was one of the best in the world lifting weights and still holds the deadlift world record. Now, Bjornsson has put together a shredded physique thanks to the new diet plan and training regimen.
Along with his coach Billy Nelson, Bjornsson had just put in a huge workout to better his skills. He then took to Instagram to make a statement to Tyson Fury.
“Hey guys I hope you’re having a great, great day. I just finished my second session of the day, had a good session with my coach Billy Nelson. But hey, I have a question for one guy. Tyson Fury, where the F**k are you? I thought you said you’d come to Iceland. Are you afraid? Show yourself.”
To this point, there are no plans for a fight between Fury and Bjornsson but the idea is in the universe. Fury might have retired from boxing but he did not close the door on ideas like this that could draw a large audience and payday for both sides.
Hafthor Bjornsson brings incredible size and strength but Fury is a different animal. He is a champion with incredible footwork and instincts. Could Bjornsson actually last in the ring? It would be interesting to see how the fight would play out.
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Kai Greene Documentary ‘Kai’ Receives New Teaser Poster With Announcement Film Is “Coming Soon” This Summer
The Kai Greene story will be fully revealed with the release of the biopic ‘Kai’ later this summer. Check out the new first look teaser poster.
Last year, the Generation Iron Network announced production on a documentary chronicling the life story of Kai Greene – with the involvement of The Last Dance producer Matt Maxson. Now the studio has released the official teaser poster of Kai and have announced that the film will be coming soon later this summer. Notoriously known for his cryptic words and mysterious past – Kai will explore Kai Greene’s life story from childhood through his bodybuilding career and into his post-retirement life. It will be the most comprehensive and direct look into the life and mind of one of bodybuilding’s biggest modern legends.
Kai Greene is a former professional bodybuilder and one of the biggest modern day legends in the sport. Known by his nicknames ‘The Predator’ and ‘The People’s Champ’, he is decorated with multiple major bodybuilding victories including five Arnold Classic victories. Check out the official teaser poster below:
Beyond his accolades, Kai Greene was also known for adding a new form of poetry into the sport of bodybuilding. He would often wear mysterious masks and unique costumes to his posing routines. Kai is a painter, a writer, and an all around creative artists. He saw bodybuilding as yet another form to express his artistry. His creativity breathed life into modern bodybuilding.
However, Kai Greene’s journey towards bodybuilding greatness was not easy. He was born straight into struggle that followed him throughout his life. Kai grew up in a broken household full of verbal and physical abuse. He was taken from his parents by the state and put into orphanages only to eventually get arrested at school and put into juvenile detention. This is where he discovered bodybuilding.
Upon leaving juvenile detention, he used his improved physique to become a male exotic dancer to make money. He slowly gained the confidence to compete in bodybuilding shows, eventually earned his pro card, and build himself up into the icon we know today.
His mixture of creativity and bodybuilding prowess turned him into a crossover success. He gained roles in television and movies including a particularly memorable highlight in Netflix’s Stranger Things.
Kai chronicles Kai Greene’s life story from childhood, through bodybuilding, and onto his latest goal – to create and release a graphic novel series through a major publisher titled Chronicles of King Kai. The documentary will cover in-depth the pinnacle moments of his life and career including his rivalry with Phil Heath, his reasons for retiring from the sport, and his traumatic past.
Most notably, it will be the first ever authorized biopic about Kai Greene’s life. And it will also bring into direct focus the true facts and drama of his life. Known for his cryptic way of discussing his past – all secrets will be fully unveiled.
Emmy nominated Producer Matt Maxson’s The Last Dance starring Michael Jordan took the world by storm in 2020 – becoming one of the most talked about TV events of the year on ESPN and Netflix. He now took his producing talents to the world of bodybuilding and fitness with his involvement in the Kai documentary feature.
Matt Maxon’s other producing credits include Andre The Giant and The Circus: Inside The Greatest Political Show On Earth. Before producing, he spent five years working in production at HBO Sports where he worked on the network’s documentary series 24/7 which garnered 18 Emmy Awards.
The Last Dance received critical acclaim, with praise for its directing and editing. It won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Series at the 72nd Primetime Emmy Awards. On review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, the series holds an approval rating of 96% based on 53 reviews. The documentary series provided the most in-depth look at Michael Jordan’s career with the Chicago Bulls where he played alongside other legendary players such as Scottie Pippen, Dennis Rodman, and coach Phil Jackson.
Kai will be directed by Vlad Yudin (Generation Iron, Ronnie Coleman: The King) and produced by both Yudin and Edwin Mejia Jr. (Generation Iron, Ronnie Coleman: The King). It will be executive produced by Matt Maxon, David Gendron, Russ Riggins, and Viviana Zarragoitia.
While an exact release date has not been announced. It has been confirmed by the Generation Iron Network that the film is completed and “coming soon” – set to release later this summer.
Dan Solomon Claims Derek Lunsford Might Not Be In Olympia Without Special Invitation: ‘Derek Is Much Bigger Than 212’
Dan Solomon and the Olympia committee are weighing all options when it comes to Derek Lunsford.
Derek Lunsford reached the pinnacle of the 212 division during the 2021 Olympia when he defeated Shaun Clarida for the Sandow Trophy. After reaching this level, Lunsford has put on some incredible muscle mass in the offseason — so much so that he might not be ready for 212 come December. Olympia President Dan Solomon recently spoke on the potential decisions regarding Lunsford.
Lunsford pulled off the upset of Clarida in October after years of work to reach the top. Now, Lunsford could be ready to take the next step. The 212 champion appeared on stage during the 2022 Pittsburgh Pro in May as a guest poser. He appeared alongside Nick Walker, Brandon Curry, and Hunter Labrada as he filled in for reigning two-time Olympia champion Big Ramy.
During this appearance, it was clear that Derek Lunsford was able to stack up with other mass monsters in Men’s Open. This is when the conversation began about Lunsford potentially moving to Open bodybuilding. That time might come quicker than expected.
Dan Solomon: “Derek Is Much Bigger Than 212”
Obviously, Derek Lunsford is qualified for the 2022 Olympia after winning last year. The problem is, he might be too big to return to the 212 division and defend his title. This is a situation that is unique and has the Olympia committee going over different options.
In a recent YouTube video with OlympiaTV, Solomon discussed the possibility of Lunsford moving to Open bodybuilding.
“Derek is much bigger than 212. Then, we ask ourselves, what does he have to put his body through to get under 212-pounds. That’s a legitimate question right?
First of all, he is the reigning 212 champion. He hasn’t even had a chance to go in and defend his 212 title yet, that’s the first thing. But then we have a health issue. Not saying Derek has a health issue, Derek is very healthy, so let me be clear about that. Here’s why it’s a health issue. Derek is no where near 212 at this point. We’ve seen it.”
It is extremely uncommon that a reigning champion at the Olympia is in a position like this. Because of this, Dan Solomon also mentioned a scenario where Lunsford is left out of the show completely.
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Could Derek Lunsford Miss The Olympia?
If Derek Lunsford is unable to compete in 212, he will require a special invitation to Men’s Open. If this does not happen, here is a legitimate chance that Solomon and the Olympia committee prepare for a show without Lunsford.
“So, yeah, the Derek Lunsford matter is one that we’ve never really been faced with.
That our reigning champion might not even be able to compete in the 212 because his body has grown at such a feverish pace.”
“Derek’s situation is unique because if it comes to a point where we have to evaluate an invitation for him to compete in the big division, that’s a tough one because it’s possible if he doesn’t get that opportunity, he might not be able to be in the show.”
Derek Lunsford is clearly one of the top bodybuilders in the world and could have the chance to stand alongside the best at the Olympia in Men’s Open. There are man who believe that Lunsford could finish in the top five if he made the jump. While this remains a legitimate possibility, Solomon and the rest of the committee are not deep into thought just yet.
“The question for us becomes, do we want to put on an Olympia without Derek Lunsford in the contest? That’s a conversation for you know, Jim Manion, Tyler, Jake Wood that we will have to have when that time comes. Right now, we’re not thinking too much about it.”
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Joseph Baena Shares Shoulder and Arm Workout, Classic Posing
Joseph Baena is mastering the art of old school bodybuilding like his father before him.
Joseph Baena continues to showcase his passion for bodybuilding sharing a recent shoulder and arm workout. The young progeny of Arnold Schwarzenegger also showed off some classic posing in another recent update.
Joseph Baena, the son of the legendary Arnold Schwarzenegger, is showing some impressive gains in the gym. Baena, who is also interested in acting just like his father before him, continues to showcase his love and dedication for bodybuilding In recent Instagram posts.
Genetics play a major role in whether an athlete can excel in bodybuilding. In the case of Joseph Baena, he has many of his father’s positive physical attributes. With a ways to go before looking like a spitting image of Arnold Schwarzenegger in his heyday, Baena does show the kind of dedication and passion to bodybuilding like his father before him.
While Joseph Baena may not be anywhere near the size of the modern day Open bodybuilder, he does showcase some promise. Every gym training session that he releases, it harkens back to the days of the Golden era. Baena is the spitting image of his father back in his youth. The young fitness enthusiast and actor also showed potential interest in competing in the Classic Physique division. While he would still need to gain a tremendous amount of muscle mass in order to be a top level threat, Baena does show adequate ability.
Thursdays are for classic poses and classic song
Embracing The Grind
In a recent post to his Instagram, Joseph Baena showcased a shoulder and arm day workout worthy of the Schwarzenegger lineage. In the clip, Bana is seen doing overhead presses, working his triceps and biceps, and having some genuine fun building muscle.
Shoulders and arms workout for the books!
It’s clear that Joseph Baena has a passion for bodybuilding training. Whether or not that will translate into actual competition experience is yet to be seen. However, even if he never does jump on a posing stage, Baena is doing his legacy proud just by embracing the grind and training with enthusiasm.
What do you think of these recent updates by Joseph Baena?
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Liver King Trolls Rumors Of Ab Implants: ‘I’m Rocking With $100k Worth’
Liver King continues to defend himself against accusations regarding his physique.
First, it was steroids. Now, ab implants? Liver King has been defending himself from false accusations regarding his physique since becoming a social media sensation. His ancestral lifestyle and years of hard work has built a sculpted physique that many do not believe is natural. In regards to his abs, Liver King made light of the rumors claiming he has implants.
Liver King joined the Full Send Podcast, where he was able to set the record straight in many areas. Most importantly, he was able to discuss claims stating that he received ab implants.
“These are implants. A lot of people are like ‘hey, you’re f***ing’ shredded. All you have to do is get implants. They are like $10k each. I’m rocking with $100k worth. They don’t move,” Liver King said.
Liver King Credits Years And Years Of Hard Work
This is not the first time that Liver King has discussed his physique being natural. In other cases, it has been regarding steroid accusations — specifically from Joe Rogan. The podcast host has stated that Liver King has “an ass full of steroids” and that he does not have a natural physique.
READ MORE: Liver King Doubles Down On Natty Status Following Joe Rogan’s Claim: ‘Him Saying That Is Dangerous’
Liver King has disputed these claims and has backed it up many times stating that he would go on the podcast to discuss the nine ancestral traits that he lives by. When it comes to his abs, Liver King credits these traits, along with years of hard work.
“It’s 35 years of hard f***ing work every day. Never taking Christmas Off. Today is Sunday, Sunday is rest day. I work out 14 times a week. Normally, it’s two a day. So here’s the thing, I get up just after the sun is getting up. Around 6:30ish, I get off my wooden plank bed. I sleep on f***ing wooden planks, right on the f***ing ground. I’ll tell you why. Why do people sleep in this thing? Number one, comfort is not good for the organism.”
Liver King has his own style of training and that is pushing his body to the absolute limits. This means putting himself through the hardest workouts possible to see the best results.
“I get to the gym. I do the hardest f***ing thing I’m going to do. Immediately after the gym, I eat raw liver, eat raw bone marrow. I eat fertilized raw eggs. I have a Liver King bar, and a whole beast protein shake.”
The figure that is Liver King has become extremely popular in fitness because of his lifestyle paired with a shredded physique. To this point, he has disregarded all claims that he is not natural in anyway.
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INBA PNBA’s Upcoming Summer Bodybuilding Shows
The INBA PNBA’s summer bodybuilding competition schedule is here.
The International Natural Bodybuilding Association (INBA)/Professional Natural Bodybuilding Association (PNBA) has had a successful season with astonishing natural athletes representing what’s truly possible with your physique without doping. In addition, the INBA PNBA recently had one of their other big shows, the World Championships, in Florence, Italy, on June 25, 2022.
And they have much more shows left in their season before the Super Bowl of natural bodybuilding–Natural Olympia. Natural Olympia is the biggest natural bodybuilding competition–equivalent to Mr. Olympia in the International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness (IFBB) Pro. To give you some insight before the most significant natural bodybuilding competition, the INBA PNBA released its upcoming summer competition dates on social media.
INBA PNBA’s Upcoming Summer Shows
Below is a list of the upcoming natural bodybuilding shows for the summer of 2022. Plus, the prizes and awards for each event.
July 16th INBA Central California Bakersfield
PNBA Pro Qualification Awarded
INBA Team USA Qualifier
July 23rd PNBA INBA Pro/Am North American Chicago, IL
PNBA Prize Money Payouts
Natural Olympia Qualifier Professional/Amateurs
PNBA Pro Qualification Awarded
July 30th Pro/Am International Iron Man Magazine Hermosa Beach, CA
PNBA Prize Money Payouts
Features in Iron Man Magazine
PNBA Pro Qualification Awarded
Natural Olympia Qualifier Professional/Amateurs
August 6th PNBA Wolfpack Classic & Cougar Classic Santa, Rosa CA
Natural Olympia Qualifier Professional
34th Annual INBA California Naturals
INBA Team USA Qualifier
August 13th Colorado State Grand Junction, CO
PNBA Pro Qualification Awarded
INBA Team USA Qualifier
August 20th PNBA INBA Pro/Am Nationals Oakville, CT
PNBA Prize Money Payouts
Natural Olympia Qualifier Professional/Amateurs
PNBA Pro Qualification Awarded
August 20th INBA SOCAL Championships Chula Vista, CA
PNBA Pro Qualification Awarded
INBA Team USA Qualifier
August 27th INBA Utah State Springville, UT
PNBA Pro Qualification Awarded
INBA Team USA Qualifier
September 2-3rd PNBA INBA Pro/Am Natural Universe Tampa, FL
PNBA Prize Money Payouts
Natural Olympia Qualifier Professional/Amateurs
PNBA Pro Qualification Awarded
You can see their full Instagram post regarding their upcoming shows below.
Natural Universe Hosting First Pro Wellness Category
The INBA PNBA will host the Natural Universe in Tampa, FL, September 2nd-3rd. This event is a 2022 Natural Olympia qualifier for professional and amateur athletes. In addition, this show will be offering its first pro Wellness category. On social media, the league stated:
“The INBA PNBA Natural Universe Will Be Hosted In Tampa, FL!
2022 Natural Olympia Qualifier for both professional and amateur athletes.
Ladies, the PNBA is offering its 1st PRO WELLNESS Category September 2nd-3rd at the Natural Universe!
The Natural Universe is open to all Professional & Amateur Athletes from other organizations.
The Natural Universe is a Natural Olympia Qulifier [sic] for both Professional & Amateur Athletes.”
You can see their full post about the Natural Universe competition on Instagram below.
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“Bulking For The Olympia:” Chris Bumstead Shares 4,133-Calorie Day Of Eating To Add Muscle Mass
Chris Bumstead has started a bulking phase looking to increase muscle mass.
Chris Bumstead is not only one of the most successful bodybuilders today, he is also one of the most popular. Bumstead regularly shares workouts across his different social media platforms for millions of followers to see. Recently, Bumstead took viewers through a full day of eating as he enters a bulking stage.
Bumstead took to YouTube on Sunday to share this video. The reigning three-time Classic Physique Olympia champion looks primed and ready to take home his fourth in a row. Bumstead stands out from the pack because of his dedication to the sport, including his training regimen and extremely strict diet plan.
Below, you can find a full breakdown of Bumstead’s bulking diet plan as he looks to add muscle mass over the course of the summer months.
Chris Bumstead’s Full Day Of Eating
Chris Bumstead entered his bulking phase looking to put on some more muscle mass over the course of the summer. He plans to put 500 or more calories into his diet at the beginning to see how his body reacts. To begin, the meal plan consists of 4,133 total calories for the day, 460 grams carbs, 164 grams protein, 140 grams fat.
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Meal 1
The first meal of the day for Bumstead was a shake consisting of 931 calories, 72g protein, 23g fat, and 114g carbs. During the process of putting his shake together, Bumstead shared some tips on how to make it easy to drink.
First, Bumstead blends the oats by themself in order to create a consistency that is like flour. This will make the shake less grainy. Also, he uses water so the shake is not as thick.
120 grams oats
Raspberries and Blueberries (no specific amount)
Water
1 scoop fiber
2 scoops vanilla protein
30 grams Organic almond butter
Meal 2
Bumstead’s next two meals are prepared and taken to the office. He quickly warms them up in the microwave so he can eat while working.
180 grams chicken breast
250 grams Jasmine rice
20 grams Macadamian nut oil
“I will say this. I don’t think there’s an optimal amount of food over one meal that you should eat before you workout. It comes down to what your goals are. If you’re bulking, how is it easiest to eat a lot of food?” bumstead explained.
Personally, if I only eat two meals, workout for two hours then I come home, I’m really tired, lazy. If I eat three meals and a shake or so after, it’s really hard. With that knowledge, I need to have three meals before working out.”
READ MORE: Why Does Chris Bumstead Take Multiple Ice Baths Per Week?
Meal 3
This is the final meal before Chris Bumstead hits the gym. He hits his three-meal threshold before training and can finish the day strong post-workout.
180 grams bison
270 grams Jasmine rice
15 grams Macadamian nut oil
“Not really much to say about this. The key to success in bodybuilding, getting big, preparation. Go to work. Meal prep.”
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Meal 4 – Post Workout
180 grams chicken breast
20 grams olive oil
280 grams Jasmine rice
Half an avocado
Meal 5
300 grams potatoes
180 grams ground turkey
Almond butter sandwich
At this point, the full day of eating is done for Chris Bumstead. Bumstead continues to explain how he can fluctuate the amount of calories in his meals depending on how his body reacts.
“I feel like my metabolism has slowed down. Maybe my body has been putting on muscle mass more easily. Ive been doing this for more years. I used to have to eat 5,000-6,000 calories to look just like this. Now, 4,100 calories has me put on weight right now. So can’t complain about that.
So, this is where we’re at. I’m going to keep eating like this consistently. I’m going to weigh myself, pretty much every single day, and tracking it. If my weight doesn’t increase in like two to three weeks, I’ll add like 500 calories. Personally, that’s how I do it. I give myself like two to three weeks. If I see no gain, I’ll add some food. If I put on too much weight, I’ll bring it back down.”
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Joe Rogan Believes Arnold Schwarzenegger Had “Healthier Look,” Disputes Claim That He Could Not Compete Today
Many are questioning whether Arnold Schwarzenegger would be as successful in modern bodybuilding. Joe Rogan is not one of those people.
It is a common theme nowadays where athletes in all sports from previous generations are being disrespected a bit by the younger crowd. Could Babe Ruth hit the pitching today? Would Michael Jordan be as good as LeBron James if he played now? In bodybuilding, the thought immediately goes to Arnold Schwarzenegger.
From his early days on stage, it was clear that Schwarzenegger has one of the best physiques in the world. He is still considered the greatest bodybuilder of all-time but this has not stopped some recent questions.
Joe Rogan recently discussed if Arnold Schwarzenegger could compete with today’s bodybuilders on a recent episode of The Joe Rogan Experience. In his mind, there is no question.
“If you look back at Arnold, look at that picture of Arnold up there. They say that he couldn’t compete with today’s bodybuilders but honestly, I think that looks better.”
Arnold Schwarzenegger vs. Today’s Bodybuilders
Arnold Schwarzenegger burst onto the scene with a massive physique that was extremely shredded for his size. As time went on, this became normal and competitors are getting even bigger. From Ronnie Coleman to Lee Haney to Phil Heath, size and conditioning keeps improving but this does not mean that Schwarzenegger would struggle today.
There is a concern about the use of PEDs in bodybuilding because of a recent string of deaths. Competitors are using different cycles to gain an edge on opponents and in some cases, it can prove to be extremely dangerous. While times have changed, it is clear that Schwarzenegger was using his own substances back in the day. According to Joe Rogan, whatever he did built a physique that was healthier looking than those today.
“He looks f***ing fantastic. I mean, obviously, he’s a bodybuilder. No question about it but I think that’s a healthier look. A better look for a bodybuilder.”
Arnold Schwarzenegger won the Olympia seven times, which is one behind the all-time mark. It is natural for questions to be asked about athletes from a different generation but according to Rogan, Schwarzenegger should remain enshrined as the best to ever do it — no matter what generation he competes.
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