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The Mike O’Hearn Show: Is Embracing Obesity With Body Positivity Unhealthy?
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Episode 2: Mike O’Hearn discusses body image and the difference between being happy with how you look versus your actual objective health.
Welcome back to another episode of The Mike O’Hearn Show – brought to you by Generation Iron and Barbend. A weekly podcast and digital video series hosted by Mike O’Hearn breaking down deep explorations into fitness, health, and nutrition – as well as trending topics in the world of bodybuilding and strength sports. This week, Mike O’Hearn discusses preventative health as a 300 pound bodybuilder, obesity and weight loss, and toeing the line between healthy body image and actual objective health.
In 2022, we live in an age of anti-body shaming and embracing different body shapes and sizes. It’s a massive course correction from the 80s and 90s – when billboards and magazines would plaster ultra skinny models as the standard in beauty. However, a person’s weight and their health are very much so tied together. While it’s good to have a healthy body image – it’s also important to ensure that your lifestyle and weight do not contribute to unhealthy outcomes.
That’s why this week, Mike O’Hearn dives deep into many different fitness and health topics such as preventative health and what that really means, weight loss and obesity in the United States of America, and how confident body image can sometimes lead to encouraging unhealthy lifestyles. Let’s jump into it.
Obesity, Body Image, And Objective Health Goals
Looking at Mike O’Hearn’s life story, it’s clear that he puts an extreme effort into not only how he looks but also his health. O’Hearn has been obsessed with fitness and bodybuilding since he was 17 years old. Nearly 40 decades later, and he is still actively maintaining a massive bodybuilding physique while also keeping himself healthy. He has maintained that he is an all-natural bodybuilder. He has also put extreme effort into finding the healthiest diets to maintain muscle without missing out on vital essential nutrients for long term health.
That’s why it’s no surprise that Mike O’Hearn is a supporter of picking a fitness goal and working towards transforming your physique. In this week’s podcast, O’Hearn dives into the struggle many average Americans have with losing weight. He believes that this is due to not fully hitting “rock bottom” regarding health and body image – so to speak.
“A person doesn’t change until they are completely fed up with how they are,” Mike states during the podcast conversation with Vlad Yudin.
Unfortunately, some people never get fed up until it’s too late. Either from a heart attack, diabetes, or some other dangerous health crisis. If they survive it, they may change. But sadly some won’t survive.
Vlad Yudin also brings up the modern culture of embracing all body types and sizes. This includes embracing people who would be scientifically classified as obese. Does this actually encourage people to stick with unhealthy lifestyle choices? Is it making it harder for individuals to get “fed up with how they are?”
Mike O’Hearn believes that body positivity, as a whole, is a good thing. It’s important to not feel pressure to look how the culture at large expects you to look. However, there is a line. O’Hearn believes that line comes down to objective health. O’Hearn explains, if you are overweight and happy with how you look – that’s great. But if you have high blood pressure and high cholesterol, then it’s time for a lifestyle change and to drop some pounds. It’s no longer about what body image makes you happy, it’s about whether you will live a long happy life. You only life once after all.
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Preventative Care & Cardiovascular Health
Mike O’Hearn also dives deep into preventative care. As a man who is near 300 pounds, albeit mostly muscle, he takes extra care to ensure that his health is always on point. In fact, he believes that most individuals should be doing more than what is commonly prescribed in terms of yearly doctor checkups.
O’Hearn goes into detail about getting regular heart scans and bloodwork done. In fact, he states that after speaking with a medical professional – he was told that in a perfect world, men would get a heart scan every six months.
He also believes that while it’s common practice to go to the doctor less often when you are a young adult – it would likely be best to get a checkup bi-yearly even in your twenties and thirties.
In addition to this, Mike O’Hearn talked in detail about heart health and cardiovascular training. He believes that most individuals do cardio not to lose weight – but because they are actually in fear for their heart health. O’Hearn believes that culture today believes the heart is far more fragile than it really is.
If a person was to eat completely health and be mildly active – they would most likely have a perfectly health heart (genetic disorders and predisposed diseases not withstanding). Today’s culture is so fearful of heart health due to heart attack and disease statistics. This makes them believe the heart is super fragile if you don’t do cardio every single day.
But Mike O’Hearn explains that this is only due to the systemic unhealthy eating habits we are largely engaging into. O’Hearn is personally not worried about cardio in regards to his heart health. In fact, he only does cardio when he needs to get more lean and shredded for a movie role, photo shoot, or guest posing performance.
It should be stated that Mike O’Hearn is not a doctor. But he is someone who has dedicated his entire life to being healthy. This is not meant to be medical advice – but perhaps simply an eye opener for those to do more research and look into their lifestyle choices. The heart can be a very powerful muscle if you take care of it – in more ways than one.
Wrap Up
You can watch Mike O’Hearn’s full comments in our latest episode of The Mike O’Hearn Show above. He goes into far more detail about his personal regimen for preventative care, cardio, and body image. And don’t forget to visit Generation Iron every Friday for new episodes each week!
19 Year Old Bodybuilder Ryeley Palfi Dies In Motorcycle Accident
Aspiring Classic Physique bodybuilder Ryeley Palfi has died at 19 years old in a tragic motorcycle accident.
Canadian bodybuilder Ryeley Palfi has passed away on June 8, 2022 after being involved in a motorcycle accident. He was 19 years old. The young bodybuilder was aspiring to be a Classic Physique competitor but unfortunately had his life cut tragically short. It’s yet another dark and sad day for bodybuilding.
The news of Ryeley Palfi’s death was announced by his own father, Rick Palfi, first in a comment on his son’s Instagram account. He later also posted on Facebook sharing more details and paying tribute to his son.
Below is a transcription of Rick Palfi’s comment on Instagram:
“Ryeley was in a tragic motorcycle accident last night. I don’t know how to reach out to his followers. Just know he didn’t feel any pain. I love you son so much ? I can’t even fn believe this is happening ??❤️”
There have been little to no details about how the motorcycle accident occurred. Ryeley Palfi’s last Instagram post mentioned riding his bike to the gym at night. While details are scarce, his father did, however, go into more detail about Ryeley’s passion for bodybuilding and what his future plans were in the sport before his untimely passing.
Ryeley Palfi was known as a young and gifted phenom with an incredible bodybuilding physique. He dubbed himself the “Number one Canadian Classic Physique Champion” in his Instagram posts. This appears to be a playful nod to current and three-time Classic Physique champion Chris Bumstead – who is a fellow Canadian. Likely, Palfi looked towards one day carrying on Bumstead’s legacy – or perhaps even facing off against him on stage.
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Nick Walker Discusses Being Molested As A Child: ‘Training Was A Scapegoat For Me To Take My Anger Out’
Nick Walker opened up about this experience from his childhood with Hany Rambod.
Nick Walker is one of the top bodybuilders in the world today and has reached this level at a young age. Last season, Walker won the New York Pro and Arnold Classic before finishing fifth at the Olympia. This year, he is putting all of his focus into improving on the biggest stage in the sport.
Walker recently joined Hany Rambod on his podcast, The Truth with Hany Rambod. The two discussed many topics within the sport of bodybuilding including his rivalry with Blessing Awodibu.
Rambod got into how Walker began training and the reigning Arnold Classic champion disclosed information about being molested as a child. This is something that Walker has discussed in the past but shared more about the story with Rambod.
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Nick Walker: ‘I Tended To Isolate Myself Quite Often’
Nick Walker shared that he used to play many sports such as football, baseball, and soccer. Naturally, he spent time in the gym training for athletics but bodybuilding training is a whole new animal. Walker explained how he was a sore loser and this led him away from team sports. Nonetheless, he began training alone.
“When I was a child, I was molested. So, growing up, I tended to isolate myself quite often, and training was more of the scapegoat for me to take my anger out and be alone.”
Walker was molested by an art teacher at his school when he was 12 years old. He did not share it with anyone until he was 16. This is when he decided to tell his parents. The story went public when another student complained about the same teacher. When Nick Walker told his mother, it was a difficult time.
“I couldn’t even look at her because I don’t think she was expecting me to say what I said. I think she was expecting me to say things that he would say and not the fact that I was actually molested.”
The art teacher was arrested following investigations. He was sent to jail on the day where Nick Walker competed in the Teen’s Nationals in 2014. Walker admits that he hit rock bottom at 15 years old and began training to get on the bodybuilding stage.
“The reason why I’m more open about it now is that I did take dark paths at a very young age. I got very deep into hard drugs when I was younger, a lot of fights, and partying.”
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WWE Superstar Cody Rhodes Went Through Hell In A Cell Match With A Torn Pec
Cody Rhodes sustained the injury just hours before the match occurred.
The Hell in a Cell match is one of the most exciting in WWE history. Cody Rhodes made sure that he would not disappoint when he was scheduled to appear. Rhodes, performing under the name “Stardust,” suffered a torn pec just hours before he was going to take on Seth Rollins in Hell in a Cell. Rhodes ended up going through with the match and put on a memorable performance.
The Hell in a Cell match debuted on October 5, 1997 when Shawn Michaels defeated The Undertaker thanks to an assist by Kane. Over the year, there have been many legendary matches inside this cage that covers the ring. The match between Undertaker and Mankind will always be near the top of the list as it gave us one of the best moments ever. With both athletes on top of the cage, Undertaker sent Mankind flying off through the announcers table.
Needless to say, there are big shoes to fill and Rhodes did not disappoint. He burst onto the scene in the WWE in 2006 and enjoyed a career that lasted a decade. He then moved to All Elite Wrestling and won the AEW-TNT Championship three times.
Cody Rhodes Is The Latest Wrestler To Suffer This Injury
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Despite being able to get through the match, it is clear that Cody Rhodes was in a great deal of pain. He entered the cage with a massive bruise on his chest, shoulder, and bicep. Following the match, Rhodes was able to walk off under his own power but needed immediate medical assistance.
Moments after @WWERollins unspeakable attack on @CodyRhodes, The American Nightmare’s fights to get back to his feet and walk out on his own power.#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/dDswGgWaHO
— WWE (@WWE) June 8, 2022
Rhodes joins a long list of wrestlers who have suffered this injury. Most notably, John Cena ripped his pec off the bone in 2007, right in the prime of his career. Triple H also suffered this injury in 2018 during his match on the Crown Jewel pay-per-view.
This is an injury that is quite common for those who perform in a contact sport with plenty of awkward movements. In the WWE, these are quite unpredictable. It is also common during weightlifting if there is a huge amount of weight on the bar. Cody Rhodes will have to go through a long recovery to get back into the ring.
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How Adding 1500 Calories to PNBA Bodybuilder Michaela Peramaki’s Diet Transformed Her Physique
Images via Instagram @michaela_physiquepro
PNBA bodybuilder Michaela Peramaki added 30 pounds of healthy weight to her physique without changing a thing about her training.
Often when people are trying to reach a fitness goal, they’re afraid to eat. Many gym-goers trying to improve their physique will undereat with the hopes of warding off fat and building a better body. The problem with this is that you need to eat enough for your body to function correctly and build muscle–which is imperative for a fantastic physique. Professional Natural Bodybuilding Association (PNBA) Michaela Peramaki showcased the progress you can make with your body after eating more.
Michaela Peramaki received a bronze medal in the Pro Women’s Physique Open division at 2020 Natural Olympia. In addition, she displayed a stunning physique transformation on Instagram (IG). Peramaki was able to gain a healthy 30 pounds in two years after adding 1500 calories to her diet. But her training routine didn’t change. Peramaki said:
“Yesterday (155lbs) 1 year ago (140lbs) 2 years ago (125lbs)
This is the heaviest I have ever been, the strongest I have ever been, and the most confident I have ever been. I can’t believe it took this long to decide to allow myself to eat and nourish my muscles the way they should be!
What is really cool about these pictures, is I didn’t change a thing about the way I’ve trained. The only difference is i’m eating about 1,500 more calories in the first picture than in the last. Food is a tool to get you the results you want. Don’t ever be scared to eat.”
You can see her two-year progress photos from 125 lbs to 155 lbs below.
The Importance of Eating More
A lot of people who are trying to make progress with their physiques won’t eat enough calories since they’re in fear of getting fat. Of course, you don’t want to overeat. But eating enough calories is imperative to anyone’s bodybuilding journey. There’s a time and place for cutting, but there’s also a time and place for bulking. Unfortunately, too many people spend too much time cutting–not to mention cutting their calories too far below their maintenance calories–instead of focusing on building muscle.
Natural bodybuilders such as Michaela Peramaki know the importance of eating enough for muscle growth. And so does other PNBA professionals such as Natural Olympia champion Brandon Lirio and the first-ever Natural Olympia champion John Hansen. Lirio expressed that allowing yourself to go through a period of higher calories is essential to balancing your hormones and improving your physique each year. And John Hansen stated, “I had to increase my food intake. I had to take in a lot of food. And that’s how I got big. you got to eat a lot of food and not be afraid to bulk up.”
Recap
Cutting your calories back is integral to anyone’s fat loss journey. However, to progress with your physique each year, it’s critical to eat more calories and focus on building muscle.
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BELDT Labs VASST Review For Muscle Pumps & Performance
Enhance your nitric oxide load for better pumps and faster recovery.
Product Overview
If you are an athlete looking for fuller pumps, more dense muscles, and better recovery, then you have come to the right place. For us, working out isn’t about simply staying active. We are milking every last ounce of what we can do to perform at the highest level. Whether that be to lift more for competitions, or to build and tone our muscles as bodybuilders, the aim is no longer to have a good workout, but a great one. BELDT Labs VASST is a nitric oxide supplement to help you build effective muscle and see your desired physique become a reality.
VASST comes from BELDT Labs, a company creating supplements of all kinds to give athletes the chance to maximize their goals and potential. On top of individual products, BELDT Labs also specializes in supplement stacks to pair the right supplements. They also have a clothing and apparel line as well.
Beldt Labs VASST is a premium nitric oxide supplement great for better pumps, enhanced recovery, and more.
Main Takeaways
Great benefits for more full pumps, better muscle density, and faster recovery
Natural and effective muscle growing ingredients
Backed by a company who firmly believes you will see results
Contains ingredient AKG – which recent studies show may help with anti-aging and boost metabolism.
VASST Highlights
VASST is a nitric oxide supplement with the ability to improve muscle pumps so they are tighter and fuller, improve muscle density, and allow for faster recovery and recuperation. It works to widen your blood vessels to allow more oxygen flow, thus leading to better exercise performance. Great for serious athletes looking to enhance training and performance, VASST is one of those supplements to include in your routine.
With natural and powerful muscle growing ingredients, you will find a supplement that is produced in the United States with a company that follows Good Manufacturing Practice standards so you can trust this product is coming from a reputable source. Backed by a company who believes strongly that this supplement will improve your gains with faster results, this may be the golden ticket to your muscle building goals.
Ingredients
Arginine Alpha-Ketoglutarate (A-AKG): May help build muscle and improve overall performance by increasing blood flow (1). It may also offer a boost in energy.
Ornithine Alpha-Ketoglutarate (OKG): Works for better performance through strengthening muscles and trying to prevent muscle loss (2).
Glutamine Alpha-Ketoglutarate (GKG): Helpful for processing aminos that are beneficial for muscle building (3).
L-Arginine HCL: May enhance performance by increasing nitric oxide in the body (4).
Other Ingredients
Calcium carbonate, vegetable stearic acid, microcrystalline cellulose, aqueous film coating, vegetable magnesium stearate, croscarmellose sodium, silicon dioxide
Number Of Ingredients
4
Highest Dosed Ingredient
Arginine Alpha-Ketoglutarate
Number Of Servings
30
Serving Size
3 Tablets
Best Way To Take
Take 3 tablets 1 to 2 times daily, 30 minutes before breakfast with water.
Price & Effectiveness
VASST is a great nitric oxide supplement for those looking to improve their gains, so you see the best results possible. And BELDT Labs believes this to be true. With 90 capsules per container, 3 capsules as a serving size means 30 servings total.
VASST costs $45.00 a bottle for a one-time purchase, but BELDT Labs has set up good bundle options to save you money. Each serving costs about $1.50.
BELDT Labs offers a 60-day, 100% money back guarantee if you don’t see a difference while using VASST. They believe this product is absolutely worth it and the transparency they show lends greatly to their reputability.
Pros
Great benefits to things like muscle pumps and recovery
Natural and powerful ingredients
100%, 60-day money back guarantee
From a reputable company in BELDT Labs
Cons
3 capsules may be a larger serving size for some
Price per serving at $1.50 is okay
Price: $45.00
Who Should Buy & Who Shouldn’t Buy
Who Should Buy: Those looking for a supplement that can improve their workouts and boost things like muscle pumps, muscle density, and recuperation. Athletes serious about seeing gains for the best results.
Who Shouldn’t Buy: Casual gym goers who are simply in the gym to stay active.
How Best To Use VASST
BELDT Labs recommends taking 3 tablets 1-2 times daily, 30 minutes before breakfast or lunch with 8 ounces of water. As always, it is important to consult a physician or expert if you have further health questions.
Overall Value
VASST is an impressive nitric oxide supplement that can work to improve your training, so you see real results. As athletes who take our training seriously, we are always looking for the best out of all our supplements. BELDT Labs knows what athletes need and seeks to produce only premium supplements to get them there. What you are really getting is a quality supplement to help boost muscle growth and enhance recovery with natural ingredients and a reputable company backing it. Try VASST today and see what this nitric oxide supplement can do for you.
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References
Willoughby, D.; et al. (2011). “Effects of 7 days of arginine-alpha-ketoglutarate supplementation on blood flow, plasma L-arginine, nitric oxide metabolites, and asymmetric dimethyl arginine after resistance exercise”. (source)
Walrand, S. (2010). “Ornithine alpha-ketoglutarate: could it be a new therapeutic option for sarcopenia?”. (source)
Xiao, D.; et al. (2016). “The glutamine-alpha-ketoglutarate (AKG) metabolism and its nutritional implications”. (source)
Alvares, T.; et al. (2012). “Acute l-arginine supplementation increases muscle blood volume but not strength performance”. (source)
This Is What Your Body Fat Percentage Really Looks Like
Cutting The Fat
As fitness enthusiasts working out and being healthy is at the top of our list. The human body can be a great machine if you use it right. But as bodybuilders we know that all the fitness in the world won’t give you quite the same satisfaction if you have nothing to “show” for it. There are science-backed methods behind fat-loss and we will give you all the tools you need to customize your own fat-burning routine. There is no one way to burn fat, especially for bodybuilders.
The big show is a big part of bodybuilding, and if you can’t quite hit that balance between aesthetics and size you’ll always feel incomplete. The main hindrance between most builder’s and the perfect ratio is fat. Fat can be the stubborn veil keeping all your hard earned gains from seeing the light of day.
But how far are you, and what do you have to do to look like the shredded monsters you see on the internet? Losing stubborn belly fat and weight, while retaining muscle is a 24/7 job. It requires you to eat healthier foods in calculated amounts, train hard in the gym, and sleep more than what you’re currently sleeping now. Here’s what you need to know about how to burn fat. We’ve got your complete guide down below.
The problem is that there’s a lot of talk about body fat but very few actually show what this looks like on an actual person. Sure you know what 5% – 10% looks like, this is the range for most fitness models. But what about the not so flattering part? The beginning, before the contract offers start rolling in?
5-9%
You’re a golden God. No really, this is the stage where you would probably be sculpted in ancient Roman Times (Michelangelo anyone?). You’re definition and vascularity are awe inspiring as the nooks and crannies of the human muscular system are all on full display.
How to get there
“Genetics.” Yes we know that’s want you want to hear so you can start making excuses but the truth is this takes HARD WORK…sorry guys. If you’re at this stage you either get paid to do this or you should. You’ve sacrificed cheat meals, you’re on a strict diet that involves eliminating certain macronutrients, probably low carb, and each meal is planned out. Ice cream? What’s that? The thing is, losing fat is a science with a lot of nuances and therefore we have many different diets.
10-15%
You’ve definitely got a six pack and vascularity to boot. You’ve got ropey arms and you’re ripped, just not as ripped as the creme de’ le creme class above.
How to get there
Adhere to a strict diet, count the calories going in and out of your body, eat clean for most of the week and then once in a while splurge on some wings. Cheat meal? yes. Cheat day? No. This range tends to fluctuate from 9-12 % as they’re not as regimented as the 5% group.
16-20%
At the lower end of this range you’ve got some vascularity and definition in places but your lower abs probably aren’t popping like you want them to. At the higher end, maybe the top top abs are showing but the smaller cuts in the biceps and triceps can’t be seen. You don’t have a “dad bod” but there’s definitely some fat hiding your shape.
How to get there
Be health conscious by eliminating major no-no’s like fried foods, burgers without the bun, simple sugars, but at the same time you’re still able to have a beer with the fellas on weekends. 80-20 rule is probably best depending on your metabolism.
While many builders strive for the lowest body fat possible you have to remember that to a certain degree fat is good. Your body needs at least 3% body fat in order for your organs to function. A good guide of body fat % is key to long term goals. This means most casual builders will probably fall into the 10-20% range to look cut and still feel strong. Ultimately it’s up to you, all 3 ranges can maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Try Intermittent Fasting
One of the diets and eating patterns that has risen in popularity the most in the health/fitness space is intermittent fasting, often abbreviated to IF. We all know that fasting refers to the abstinence from food, but what else does it entail?
There are various protocols that exist for IF. Some of them include alternate day fasting, which is when you simply fast every other day and eat normally during your non-fasting days. Another type of IF that exists is the Warrior Diet, which is when you fast all day and eat all of your allotted calories in one sitting.
Despite all of the different protocols out there, the type that’s most commonly used in bodybuilding and fitness circles is the 16:8 protocol, also known as time-restricted feeding. This is when you fast for 16 hours and then you have an 8 hour “feeding window”, where you consume your daily calorie allotment. Since this is the most popular type of fasting in the bodybuilding and fitness industry, this is what will be referred to when the abbreviation “IF” is used.
But one thing to remember here is that IF is not a type of diet, technically. It is actually a type of eating pattern. The goal is to consume the same number of calories and macronutrients that you would consume if you were following a standard meal schedule. The only aspect of your nutrition that you’re modifying here is meal frequency, not types or quantities of food.
The times that one would have their fasting and feeding windows are completely up to the individual is why this diet has become so popular. It allows people to be able to make mealtimes conform to their schedule, rather than trying to force smaller, more frequent meals, which has been often promoted in the fitness more recently.
This higher meal frequency theory comes from the common misconception that eating more frequent, smaller meals will “speed up” your metabolism, making you burn more calories at rest. This is simply not true. What matters the most about nutrition regarding body composition goals are the total amount of calories that are consumed, not how often you’re eating.
Fat Burner
In addition to a well-adjusted diet and fasting period, fat-burners are proven to accelerate fat loss by enhancing metabolism, reducing cravings, and increasing intra-workout energy.The best ones even go the extra mile to protect against muscle breakdown and maintain muscle.
The right fat burner can accelerate metabolism, increase mobilization of stored body fat (to be used as energy), fight against hunger and cravings, reduce muscle breakdown, improve lean body mass and keep you healthy overall.
Although there is no magic pill, most value products that combine high-quality ingredients, natural ingredients and a proven track record. Our list of highly recommended Fat Burners rate, research and test brands to ensure you only get what’s on the label, and nothing more. Testing for purity, quality, and safety go hand in hand with assuring you have the best possible Fat Burner on hand for cutting fat or improving your physique overall. Even more important is having a third-party test supplements within a lab for individual ingredients that are all-natural, free of synthetics and or additives.
What’s more important? Nachos on game night or a deeper V for your waistline? You be the judge.
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How Does Hunter Labrada Maintain His Narrow Waist During Offseason?
Hunter Labrada recently followed up on his video of his daily meals.
Hunter Labrada has been able to keep an incredibly slim waist during his offseason prep. In May, he released a video showing off his daily meals and four of six were consisted of shakes. This caused some questions on how a diet that includes just two daily meals of solid foods can work for an elite bodybuilder. On Monday, Labrada shared another video with his insights.
Primarily, this video was so Labrada could explain how he prefers to drink his calories rather than eat some. This helps improve his digestion and keep his narrow waist while adding offseason muscle to his physique.
Hunter Labrada has focused n improving his digestion. To accomplish this goal, Labrada has limited his meals of animal protein to just two a day. Also, he has cut out egg whites from his diet plan. After making these changes, Labrada consumes over 900 grams of carbs per day with 350 grams of protein. This gives him plenty of energy when training.
Does Hunter Labrada Omit Micronutrients?
This conversation topic came up quite frequently after the original video released by Labrada. While the bodybuilder agreed in a way, he shared his supplements that he takes along with his diet plan.
Labrada showed off his daily schedule of supplements including vitamins, organ supplements, and multi-minerals.
“I’m doing a better job of getting the phytonutrients and micronutrients you’d be getting from vegetables and fruit my diet is missing.
I’m trying to minimize my food volume as much as possible while maximizing my nutrition.”
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What Is In Hunter Labrada’s Shakes?
When drinking four shakes a day, it can be assumed that Labrada makes sure to mix it up and add different elements into each. In two of his shakes, Labrada adds puffed rice cereal and a tablespoon of fish oil. This gives 14 grams of healthy fats that is needed.
The puffed rice cereal that is used by Labrada was confused for Rice Krispy Treats. He admits that he is a fan of the snack but does not include them into his shakes. The rice cereal that is used adds plenty of carbs to fuel his workouts.
Hunter Labrada finished fourth at the 2021 Olympia and will enter this year’s competition as one of the favorites to take home the title. He has turned into one of the best in the world and it is because of his incredible muscle mass and slim waist combination.
Nick Walker Looks Massive, Thrashes Hamstrings with Kamal Elgargni
Nick Walker and Kamal Elgargni joined forces to thrash hamstrings.
Men’s Open contender Nick Walker recently teamed up with 2019 212 Olympia champion Kamal Elgargni for some intense hamstring training. Both Walker and Elgargni are looking in top form as they prepare for the 2022 Olympia.
Nick Walker teamed up with Kamal Elgargni for an intense hamstring training session. Both bodybuilders are looking to impress at the 2022 Olympia and the team up is only making their prospects stronger. Walker is looking absolutely at 290lbs but still has defined lines. Elgargni is looking equally impressive and is looking to stake a claim to once again be crowned 212 Olympia champion.
As for the training details Nick Walker and Kamal Elgargni both went through a series of exercises targeted the legs. Specifically the two thrashed their hamstrings. They utilized high reps throughout the workout.
“Nothing but high reps,” said Nick Walker. “20 reps was the magic number today. Overall, good workout. I enjoyed it. Worked hard, pushed each other and just getting better each and every workout.”
Full Hamstring Workout
Lying Hamstring Leg Curl Machine — 3 sets for 11 reps
Standing Leg Curl Machine — 4 sets for 15 -20 reps
Seated Leg Curl Machine — 3 sets for 10 reps
Stiff Leg Barbell Deadlift — 4 sets 5-7 reps
Machine Seated Hip Abduction — 4 sets for 12 reps, *supersetted with weighted sumo squats
Weighted Sumo Squat — 4 sets for 12 reps
Machine Seated Hip Adduction — 1 set for 10 reps
Standing Calf Raise — 3 sets for 12 reps
Seated Calf Raise on Machine — 2 sets for 10 reps
Perhaps the most remarkable development is the fact that Nick Walker is 290lbs. Despite that massive size he’s looking pretty shredded and well defined, showing lines during his bulk. Usually you’d expect that when he’s on his cut, but clearly all the hard work he’s been doing is showing dividends.
To see the full workout click here.
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Martyn Ford Continues Bodybuilding Workouts, Looks Monstrous In Recent Physique Update
Martyn Ford has continued to put on size while waiting for an opponent in the ring.
Martyn Ford has taken his training up a notch in recent weeks it seems. Since his fight with Iranian Hulk fell through, Ford has continued to put on some muscle while maintaining his new build. He continues to go through different bodybuilding workouts and recently shared another update on social media.
Ford took on a workout while in Italy. He praises the old-school gym with machines that have been used for decades. While in the gym, he took on a back and bicep workout and posted the videos for his followers to see.
“Morning work done ….. no excuses, finally getting to try out these @boohoomanactivevests, loving training in this incredible gym, surrounded by such inspirational people, a true Old School setting. A must visit for any bodybuilding fan.”
The workout for Martyn Ford consisted of T-bar rows, lat pulldowns, and different variations of bicep curls. This comes after Ford shared that he gained six pounds in one hour during a bodybuilding workout that he used to do. Since training for boxing, Ford has been able to cut weight and build a slim, shredded physique.
Will Martyn Ford Find An Opponent?
The drama surrounding the battle between Martyn Ford and Iranian Hulk is well in the rearview. The fight was scheduled for April 30 but fell through after Ford and his team were not comfortable with Gharibi’s mental health. This came after an interview showed Iranian Hulk get emotional following his family’s response to the stare down.
Ford has remained active in the boxing scene and has followed all encounters — including that between Hafthor Bjornsson and Eddie Hall. Ford, who is close to Hall, spoke on Bjornsson’s performance and the two have been linked as potential opponents. Bjornsson also does not have a future opponent in the ring and a rematch with Hall is not scheduled just yet.
Martyn Ford continues to prepare for his MMA debut. He has said he is “one hundred percent planning on getting involved in MMA.” Ford has been linked to KSW, a Polish promotion which signed him to a contract in the past. Ford did not make his debut but might have a chance this time around.
Regardless of his status in the ring, it is clear that Martyn Ford is training and staying in shape for his inevitable debut.
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