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Martins Licis Crushes 805-Pound Deadlifts For Five Reps During Training
Martins Licis continues to be one of the contenders to be the 2022 World’s Strongest Man.
Martins Licis is back to his best and that has been clear during some recent performances. Licis will enter the 2022 World’s Strongest Man competition as one of the favorites to claim the title and that is even more apparent after watching some training videos. Recently, Licis completed five reps of 805 pounds while deadlifting.
The World’s Strongest Man competition will take place from May 24-29 in Sacramento. The full roster and list of events has been released. Licis looks to be back at full strength after being forced to miss the biggest competition of the year over the last couple years. In his recent Instagram post, Licis is seen completing massive deadlifts using a deadlift suit, lifting belt, a knee straps.
“Hookgrip 805lb 366kg deadlift for reps ? Just wanted three, but didn’t get the lockout I wanted on the second rep, got mad, kept going to makeup for it. I’ve got @reignbodyfuelto thank for the ⚡️ boost! One more deadlift session remaining to lock this in before @theworldsstrongestman ! Thank you @wreckitgym crew for cheering me on!”
The max deadlift is one of the events in the upcoming competition. Martins Licis is seen in the video using a conventional stance and hook grip. He was going for three reps but was able to get five. With the competition three weeks away, Licis will have one final deadlift session before heading to Sacramento.
Martins Licis won the World’s Strongest Man crown in 2019 before suffering some bad luck that kept him out of competition. He was able to return to prominence in 2021 by winning the Rogue Invitation. This year, he is already off to a hot start.
Licis won the 2022 Arnold Strongman Classic in Columbus, OH. This was a competition that featured many of the top strongmen in the world, such as the Stoltman Brothers and Oleksii Novikov. The Ukrainian strongman finished second to Licis and is another competitor to watch come the end of May.
The 2022 World’s Strongest Man competition has a full roster of 30 with some former champions. Reigning champ Tom Stoltman will be looking to make it two in a row while four-time champion Brian Shaw will also be featured. Novikov won the title back in 2020 as well.
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Martins Licis seems to be back at full strength and this could lead to another title come the end of May.
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UFC 274 Oliveira vs Gaethje, Namajunas vs Esparza 2 Preview
UFC 274 will be must see TV!
This Saturday UFC 274 will feature intense bouts in the main and co-main event. Lightweight champion Charles Oliveira versus Justin Gaethje is sure to be a barn burner of a main event. Each man employs a pressure style and neither will back down from a firefight. The co-main event features strawweight champion Rose Namajunas in a rematch with former divisional queenpin Carla Esparza. Who wins at UFC 274? Let’s take a closer look.
Charles Oliveira vs Justin Gaethje
The lightweight title fight between Charles Oliveira and Justin Gaethje is sure to produce fireworks. The two battle tested veterans will no doubt engage in a battle on the feet, for at least the beginning portions of the bout. Despite Gaethje calling Oliveira a coward and a quitter, the champion has a dog in him and a willingness to throw himself into the fire. Gaethje has a similar ability to throw caution to the wind and take the battle to his opponent.
With the most submissions in UFC history you would think Charles Oliveira would be a takedown artist. Instead it’s Oliveira’s striking ability that often forces his opponents to shoot for a takedown or force them to make a mistake to initiate a wrestling exchange of his own. Oliveira pushes the pace and has an aggressive style which often forces opponents on the back foot. Because he’s such a submission threat opponents often find themselves avoiding a ground battle with the jiujitsu wizard.
Justin Gaethje will no doubt embrace a toe to toe battle with the champion. Since Oliveira has a tendency to get a bit careless in the pocket, Gaethje will look to use wild exchanges as an opportunity to counter. Oliveira has a brilliant jab but often times leaves his head on the line leaving him open to overhands over the top. It also will leave him heavy on the front leg. Gaethje will take those opportunities to both chop on the champion’s lead leg and bomb over the top with a cross/overhand counter.
This will likely be a war of attrition and if Charles Oliveira feels the heat he’ll shoot for double under hooks or a single leg. Justin Gaethje will look to chop the legs out from the champion and go toe to toe to prove who is the real dog of the lightweight division. It will certainly be fun while it lasts.
Rose Namajunas vs Carla Esparza 2
This rematch has been years in the making. When Rose Namajunas and Carla Esparza first stared at each other across the octagon it was under far different circumstances. Esparza was an eleven fight veteran with a strong wrestling pedigree, having fought high level opposition. Namajunas on the other hand was the young talented upstart who burst onto the scene with a ton of promise but only three fights into her career.
Both Rose Namajunas and Carla Esparza fought through the Ultimate Fighter 20 tournament to see who would be crowned the inaugural strawweight champion. Both women tore through the competition and eventually met in the finals. But it would be Esparza who came out on top with a rear naked choke finish of Namajunas. Years later the two meet again this time with Namajunas as champion and Esparza as challenger.
Rose Namajunas has vastly improved since their first meeting, learning more patience and streamlining her striking style. Carla Esparza has improved herself but her style has remained mostly unchanged. Esparza wants to get her opponent down and rain down continuous blows. Namajunas would much rather pick her opponent’s apart with strikes opting to switch things up as needed.
If the match up stays on the feet expect a long night for Carla Esparza. Should things hit the ground Rose Namajunas has the skill to swim in deep waters, but it will be to her opponent’s benefit. While both women are well rounded this is still a striker versus grappler match up at the end of the day. The story of the fight will be about who can control the distance. Can Namajunas stay long and pick her opponent apart to set up a finish? Can Esparza crash through the distance into the clinch and smother the champion to the ground? We’ll have to wait and see.
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News and Editorial Writer at Generation Iron, Jonathan Salmon is a writer, martial arts instructor, and geek culture enthusiast. Check out his YouTube, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and Sound Cloud for in-depth MMA analysis.
Peiman Maheripourehir Out Of World’s Strongest Man, Manuel Angulo Named Replacement
Peiman Maheripourehir becomes third competitor to drop out.
Peiman Maheripourehir has become the third competitor to drop out of the 2022 World’s Strongest Man competition since the roster was finalized. Shortly after the announcement was made, Manuel Angulo was named as his replacement. The 2022 WSM is scheduled for May 24-29 in Sacramento.
Maheripourehir made the announcement via Instagram. He shared that he is withdrawing from the competition due to issues with his visa. The World’s Strongest Man Instagram account also shared the new and Maheripourehir commented “Damn the visa.”
Peiman Maheripourehir now joins Rauno Heinla and Mateusz Kieliszkowski as competitors who have withdrawn from the competition. There have been other who declined competition in the first place like J.F. Caron, Iron Baby, Graham Hicks and Zydrunas Savickas.
Maheripourehir qualified for the World’s Strongest Man in 2017 and 2018. He was looking to make his third appearance in the biggest show of the year and first in four years. Now, Angulo has a chance to make his debut.
Manuel Angulo is a strongman who hails from Chile. The 45-year-old has never appeared in the World’s Strongest Man competition. His most recent international contest came during the 2021 Official Strongman Games in Daytona, FL, where he competed in the Master’s Men Over 40 division. He did not finish in the top 10 of this competition. Now, Angulo will have a chance to redeem himself against some of the best strongmen in the world.
2022 World’s Strongest Man Roster
Pavlo Kordiyaka (Ukraine)
Rob Kearney (USA)
Gabriel Peña (Mexico)
Kelvin de Ruiter (Netherlands)
Kim Ujarak (Greenland)
Maxime Boudreault (Canada)
Mark Felix (UK)
Pa O’Dwyer (Ireland)
Shane Flowers (UK)
Jean-Stephen Coraboeuf (Australia)
Bobby Thompson (USA)
Aivars Smaukstelis (Latvia)
Adam Bishop (UK)
Evan Singleton (USA)
Eythor Ingolfsson Melsted (Iceland)
Konstantine Janashia (Georgia)
Trey Mitchell (USA)
Mika Törrö (Finland)
Luke Stoltman (UK)
Brian Shaw (USA)
Tom Stoltman (UK) — Reigning WSM Champion
Gabriel Rheaume (Canada)
Martins Licis (USA)
Gavin Bilton (UK)
Oleksii Novikov (Ukraine)
Kevin Faires (USA)
Nedžmin Ambešković (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Grzegorz Szymanski
Mitchell Hooper (Canada)
Manuel Angulo (Chile)
The 2022 World’s Strongest Man competition will feature four previous champions. This includes defending champion Tom Stoltman. 2020 winner Oleksii Novikov and 2019 winner Martins Licis will also be present. Brian Shaw enters the competition as a four-time champion at the event.
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Brandon Curry Profile & Stats
The biography, life, and accomplishments of Brandon Curry
Photo via @brandon_curry Instagram
Brandon Curry is a professional bodybuilder with an absolutely massive and shredded physique. With tons of competitions under his belt, he was the 2019 Mr. Olympia champion cementing his place in bodybuilding history.
Below is a complete breakdown of Brandon Curry’s profile, stats, biography, training and diet regimens.
Full Name: Brandon Curry
Weight
Height
Date Of Birth
255-260 lbs.
5’8’’
10/19/1982
Profession
Era
Nationality
Bodybuilder
2000, 2010
American
Photo via @brandon_curry Instagram
Biography
Born in Tennessee, Brandon Curry was always active and was encouraged to be as active as possible. He started lifting at a young age and would soon become enthralled with fitness and everything that came with it. By the time he got to college, he knew he wanted to be involved with this as a career and continued his education with a focus on health and fitness.
He started as a personal trainer and then transitioned into bodybuilding, first competing in 2003 and then turning pro in 2008. From there, Curry has had an amazing career, competing in show after show and placing first at top contests like the Arnold Classic Brazil, New Zealand Pro, Arnold Classic Australia, Arnold Classic, and the 2019 Mr. Olympia contest. In 2020 and 2021, he finished with an impressive second at Mr. Olympia as well.
Aside from his bodybuilding career, Curry is also a family man who is married with four children and he also runs a supplements company called Scitec Nutrition.
Photo via @brandon_curry Instagram
Training
When it comes to training, Brandon hits the gym about five times per week and is always looking for the best way to put on muscle. It is important for him to change up his routine once in a while and this will involve weightlifting, HIIT, and full body circuits. While he does enjoy working legs and back, judging by his physique, every muscle gets plenty of work done.
Chest & Bicep Workout
While the sets and reps are not mentioned for this chest and biceps workout, these exercises are great to try and can certainly give you a serious pump.
Chest Exercises
Incline Smith Machine Press
High Incline Standard Grip Machine Press
High Incline Neutral Grip Machine Press
Flat Unilateral Plate Loaded Bench Press Machine
Standing Machine Decline Press
Chest Machine Press
Seated Cable Flyes Superset (Upper & Lower)
Bicep Exercises
Standing Cable Curls
Unilateral Motion Seat Cable Curls
Plate Loaded Iso-Lateral Curls
Plate Loaded One-Arm Machine Preacher Curls
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Nutrition
Brandon is always fueling his body and typically eats upwards of 6-8 meals per day. These consist of whole foods and the right balance of macronutrients in order to see real gains and to stay healthy overall. Foods in his diet are things like lean meats, rice, oats, sweet potatoes, fruits, vegetables, and plenty of nuts. He does, of course, have cheat meals now and then.
Supplementation
While Brandon uses his own supplements of choice, there are some staple products in a bodybuilder’s routine to take note of that can serve you well. A protein powder is great for seeing gains and working to pump you with protein to aid in muscle growth, recovery, and even weight loss.
For those pre-workout needs, looking to pre-workout supplements will provide energy and muscle pumps so you can take full advantage of every workout. Of course, a shredded aesthetic is the end goal and looking to fat burners can kickstart your metabolism, suppress your appetite, and allow for more calorie burn to give you the best benefits possible.
Competition History
2022 Arnold Classic, 1st
2021 Mr. Olympia, 2nd
2020 Mr. Olympia, 2nd
2019 Mr. Olympia, 1st
2019 Arnold Classic, 1st
2018 Mr. Olympia, 5th
2017 Ferrigno Legacy, 1st
2017 Mr. Olympia, 8th
2017 Arnold Classic Australia, 1st
2017 New Zealand Pro, 1st
2015 Arnold Classic, 16th
2013 Arnold Classic Brazil, 1st
2012 Arnold Classic, 7th
2011 Mr. Olympia, 8th
2010 Pro Bodybuilding Weekly Championship, 6th
2010 Europa Super Show, 8th
2008 NPC USA Championships, 1st
2007 NPC USA Championships, 2nd
2006 NPC Junior National Championships, 2nd
2003 Supernatural Bodybuilding, 1st
PNBA Bodybuilder Adrian Pietrariu Signs Multi-media Contract
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PNBA natural bodybuilder Adrian Pietrariu signs a multi-media contract with Generation Iron, Iron Man Magazine, and the INBA PNBA.
The sport of natural bodybuilding is continuing to expand thanks to the progressive measures the International Natural Bodybuilding Association (INBA)/Professional Natural Bodybuilding Association (PNBA) are taking. They’ve been signing many athletes to multi-media contracts with behemoth bodybuilding, strength sports, and fitness media companies Generation Iron and Iron Man Magazine. PNBA athlete Adrian Pietrariu is the next athlete to sign a multi-media contract.
Adrian Pietrariu was the INBA PNBA’s Athlete of the Year in 2018. And he was inducted into the INBA PNBA Hall of Fame in 2020. Adrian Pietrariu released a statement on Instagram (IG) regarding his contract. Pietrariu stated:
“BIG NEWS BIG NEWS!!!!
Honored for another huge opportunity in Natural Bodybuilding.
Today is my honor to sign this multi media contract with @inbapnbaglobal_official, @generationiron and @ironmanmagazine
I feel in love with INBA/PNBA from the first day I competed with them at Mr. California in Hollywood and from there is History. I traveled with INBA all over the world and had some amazing amazing athletes and made the best experiences. INBA/PNBA is truly the best natural bodybuilding organization and the only one that is global! Love my @inbapnbaglobal_official Fam
The Memories and Experiences don’t stop here. We have more people to meet and more experiences to make!
I want to Thank all of you for your continued Love and Support”
Pietrariu’s IG post expresses his appreciation for signing the contract below.
INBA PNBA
The INBA PNBA is the largest natural bodybuilding federation and hosts the world’s largest natural bodybuilding competition – Natural Olympia. In addition, the INBA PNBA gives away the most considerable cash and prizes. For example, legend Philip Ricardo Jr. won a Harley-Davidson at 2021 Natural Olympia.
The INBA PNBA represents athletes in 60 countries. Arely Ayala from Mexico won first place in Bikini Angels and received second place in Bikini Divas at 2021 Natural Olympia. Kristy Graham-Kumabe represents INBA Australia, and she’s a 4x pro natural physique Australian champion. Graham-Kumbabe won the PNBA Australian national pro Physique and Figure in 2021.
In addition, the INBA PNBA vets all athletes through the most strenuous drug testing standards – the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). Any athlete who fails to follow these drug testing measures will be banned from the sport and hung in the Hall of Shame. In addition, they’ll never receive the merits of signing a multi-media contract.
Multi-Media Contract Details
Each athlete who signs a multi-media contract gets special perks. These benefits include brand building (via social media posts, write-ups, and photoshoots), special guest appearances, and posing and seminar sessions. Moreover, multi-media athletes will get Iron Man Magazine nutrition ads and endorsements.
The INBA PNBA stated the following about multi-media contract athletes:
“An opportunity for a natural bodybuilding athlete to acquire renown and recognition in the sport of natural bodybuilding, exploiting association’s promotional campaign via the iron man magazine, news and events, and the generation iron platform.”
Generation Iron and Iron Man Magazine will be covering every INBA PNBA show throughout the year. Here you can see the INBA PNBA’s full competition schedule!
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Larry Wheels Announces Deadlift PR Attempt Date Following 425kg Lift
Larry Wheels will take on a new deadlift challenge in August.
Larry Wheels has become known for his massive feats of strength. He has built a huge following on social media and this is where he shared his latest deadlift and made a big announcement. In August, Wheels will be taking on a new PR deadlift.
On Tuesday, Wheels posted a video of a 425kg (937lb) deadlift on Instagram. This is when revealed his plan to hit a new PR in August. With this announcement coming in May and Wheels already hitting 937 pounds, what could this PR be when the time comes?
“925/425kg.Preparing for a deadlift PR in august. Can you guess what it’ll be?”
While Larry Wheels did not reveal what the lift would be, he left it up for followers to guess in the comments. It would not be surprising to see Wheels target the 1,000-pound mark when the time comes.
Wheels has a long history as a powerlifter but has recently taken on different ventures, such as arm wrestling. He is planning to return to the stage during the 2022 Middle East’s Strongest Man competition, which is set to take place on Aug. 27-28. At this event, the max deadlift is one of the events and this is where Wheels will take on his new PR.
READ MORE: Larry Wheels Shares Exercise To Build A Massive Back
Larry Wheels Competition History
Larry Wheels competed in sanctioned powerlifting for seven years. During this time, he competed in 16 shows and finished with 11 victories. He also holds the all-time raw world record for total weight and bench press in the U140kg division.
Wheels has continued to train like a powerlifter and has his numbers at massive heights. It is clear that Wheels is continuing to build strength and will likely have a shot at winning his competition in August.
Larry Wheels Competition PRs
Squat: 394.6 kilograms (870 pounds)
Deadlift: 387.2 kilograms (855 pounds)
Bench press: 293 kilograms (645 pounds)
Total: 1,075 kilograms (2,370 pounds)
When Larry Wheels takes the stage, there will certainly be plenty of eyes on him. He has built an Instagram following of 3.3 million and counting. He has already teased a deadlift PR attempt and this will only bring more attention to his performance. Can Wheels be the next to officially deadlift 1,000 pounds?
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Best Fat Burner For Men: SKALD Oxydynamic Fat Scorcher
SKALD works for intense energy, fat loss, and appetite control as the best fat burner for men.
Product Overview
Many of us constantly look towards fat burners in order to assist with fat loss, appetite control, and intense energy. And we should, for that is what they are designed for. However, with a market so saturated, it can be difficult at times to really know which supplements out there are working for our fat loss goals. But it is possible to find good products, if you look in the right place. SKALD Oxydynamic Fat Scorcher is a great fat burner for those looking to shed fat and get intense energy and appetite control.
SKALD Oxydynamic Fat Scorcher 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.
SKALD Oxydynamic Fat Scorcher is a natural weight loss supplement for intense energy, fat loss, and appetite control.
Main Takeaways
SKALD can increase intense energy, fat loss, and appetite control while improving mood and respiratory support.
Natural weight loss pill that is safe, legal, and fast acting.
Potent formula with researched and effective ingredients like Caffeine, N-Acetyl L-Tyrosine, and White Willow Bark, among others
SKALD Oxydynamic Fat Scorcher Highlights
SKALD Oxydynamic Fat Scorcher is a natural weight loss supplement designed for intense energy and fat loss while also providing respiratory support, elevated mood, and appetite control. A unique formulation gives you energy to work out and get through the day while forcing your body to burn fat that you just don’t want. With 8 ingredients working for these benefits, you will find that SKALD Oxydynamic Fat Scorcher can deliver those fat loss results in an effective way.
Ingredients
Caffeine Anhydrous: Can increase your metabolic rate and increase energy for better workouts. This will also enhance focus so you stay dialed into whatever you’re doing (1).
N-Acetyl-Tyrosine: May speed up your metabolism and improve your stress response to aid in weight loss.
Green Tea Leaf Extract: Can improve your metabolism and work for the best weight loss response while increasing energy and focus (2).
Juniper Extract: Can rid your body of excess water retention and maintain a healthy digestion system.
White Willow Bark Extract: May be effective at burning fat and boosting your metabolism while having a role in other therapeutic actions (3).
Verbascum Thapsus Leaf Powder: May relieve irritation of mucus membranes and may help with respiratory support (4).
Elecampane Root Powder: May improve respiratory health and reduce inflammation.
Black Pepper Fruit Extract: Can help increase absorption so all these ingredients hit you effectively (5).
Other Ingredients
Rice Flour, Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Titanium Dioxide
Number Of Servings
60
Serving Size
1 Capsule
Stim Or Non-Stim
Stim
Best Way To Take
Take 1 capsule on an empty stomach 15-30 minutes before breakfast.
Price & Effectiveness
SKALD Oxydynamic Fat Scorcher is that fat burner to provide intense energy and fat loss with added respiratory support and appetite control. With 60 servings per container, 1 capsule as a serving size ensures this supply lasts you longer than most on the market.
Pros
Great benefits to energy, fat loss, and appetite control, among others
Good number of servings for the price
Natural weight loss pill
Cons
Proprietary blend
Contains more than one stimulant-type ingredient, which may increase risk of jitters to those with a low tolerance to stimulants.
Price: $49.00
What To Consider Before Buying
Before buying a fat burner, there are certain factors to consider ensuring you purchase a quality supplement that benefits your overall health and performance.
Ingredients: The ingredients included in the supplement’s formula should be clean, well-researched, and dosed accordingly. Ideally, the ingredients would be all-natural and each dose would be properly listed on the nutrition label.
Stimulants: Many fat burners will contain stimulants, like caffeine, which provide for much of the energy and metabolic boosts. However, if you are sensitive to stimulants and tend to suffer from unwanted side effects, consider avoiding stim fat burners or look for those that are stim-free.
Price: Supplements can start to get expensive, but it is possible to find a quality supplement at an affordable price. Considering the price and price per serving is a good way to compare other products to see which one is actually worth buying.
Who Should Buy & Who Shouldn’t Buy
Who Should Buy: Anyone looking for benefits like intense energy, fat loss, and appetite control, among others, with a natural weight loss pill. Also, those looking for a safe, legal, and fast-acting supplement to not interfere with their overall health and performance.
Who Shouldn’t Buy: Those sensitive to caffeine and other stimulants should look elsewhere. Also, those looking to individual dosages for each ingredient since this formula does have a proprietary blend listed.
How Best To Use SKALD
It is best to take this supplement, according to the label, by taking 1 capsule on an empty stomach 15-30 minutes before breakfast. You can take one more capsule 5-6 hours later if you feel you can tolerate it.
Overall Value
SKALD Oxydynamic Fat Scorcher is a great fat burner using fat loss technology to provide intense energy and fat loss, offer respiratory support, and give you appetite control for those fat loss goals. The goal is to give you a supplement that allows you to achieve that toned physique and boost your confidence overall. Beldt Labs is a company producing supplements so athletes can have the best option to see their potential. What you are really getting is an affordable fat burner with great ingredients so you see the results you want most. Try SKALD Oxydynamic Fat Scorcher and tone and sculpt that physique today.
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Liver King Details Barbarian Exercise, Diet Plan With GQ Magazine That Includes Bull Testicles
Liver King was featured in GQ Magazine discussing his exercise and diet that includes bull testicles.
Brian Johnson, better known as Liver King, has a lifestyle that includes crazy workouts and diet plans, including bull testicles. The word is out and many are talking about the physique Johnson has been able to build with this lifestyle. Recently, Liver King was featured in a piece for GQ Magazine discussing this lifestyle.
Liver King has developed this “ancestral” lifestyle following nine tenets — sleep, eat, move, shield, connect, cold, sun, fight, and bond. This, paired with brutal workouts and raw meat, have built the beast that is Liver King.
Johnson has said that he eats close to a pound of raw liver each day. This is a quantity that too much for organ novices but he can handle the meat because he knows the science behind it.
“I’m not a hospital, I’m not a doctor, this is not medical advice. I do, however, have a degree in biochemistry,” Liver King claims on his website.
It is clear that liver will be Johnson’s first love but he has tried many different meats to see which have the best benefits. This includes bone marrow, tongue, and testicles.
“Why eat vegetables when you can eat testicles?”
“Vegetables don’t have the raw material required to produce a healthy set of testicles. Testicles do have everything required to produce and support and strengthen them.”
Liver King has been able to build a shredded physique using this lifestyle, which he claims is all natural. This is a claim that has many questioning how it is possible. This includes Joe Rogan, who refuted the statement on an episode of his podcast. Rogan believes that Liver King “has got an ass filled with steroids” and that his body is not a natural one.
In his discussion with GQ, Liver King spoke on the comments made by Rogan and said that he would be happy to go on an episode of The Joe Rogan Experience.
“I don’t touch the stuff. I’m grateful to Joe Rogan for bringing me into his ecosystem.”
Liver King also detailed his workouts, which includes “The Barbarian.” This is an exercise that Johnson designed where he holds a 70-pound kettlebell in each hand, straps 20-pound ankle weights on each leg, carries a 70-pound backpack, and drags 120 pounds on a sled for one mile.
Liver King has built an empire using his insane diet plans and workout programs. Whether he is all natural or not, there is no denying the physique that Johnson has been able to build using his methods.
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Hardcore Truth: Women’s Bodybuilding Is Still Underrepresented Despite Ms. Olympia Return
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Johnnie O. Jackson believes that the Women’s Bodybuilding division is still being snubbed by the pro league.
In 2020, the bodybuilding world rejoiced upon the return of the Ms. Olympia competition to the Olympia weekend. This came after the competition was discontinued for six years – with many believing it would never return. This is all part of Jake Wood’s passion and respect for Women’s Bodybuilding – and his plan to bring it back into popularity across the sport. While this is a great start, other massive competitions, such as the Arnold Classic, still refuse to put on a Women’s Bodybuilding competition. In our latest episode of Hardcore Truth, Johnnie O. Jackson comments on the lack of representation for Women’s Bodybuilding and the Ms. Olympia not being enough.
Johnnie O. Jackson was very pleased when the Ms. Olympia returned to the Olympia weekend back in 2020. But he was also disappointed in himself for not realizing that Women’s Bodybuilding has yet to return to the Arnold Classic stage. He literally didn’t even realize it was missing until he had a conversation with a Women’s Bodybuilding competitor this past week.
This exact situation represents the issue Johnnie O. Jackson sees with Women’s Bodybuilding in the IFBB pro league. Jackson even accepts that he is a passive part of the problem – which is why he spent this week’s episode advocating for more Women’s Bodybuilding competitions across the year.
Johnnie O. Jackson believes that the pro league still has a long way to go in order to full support the Women’s Bodybuilding division. The Ms. Olympia is not enough if nearly every other high profile show of the year does not include them. The Arnold Classic, Indy Pro, Boston Pro, and many other major shows still do not feature Women’s Bodybuilding. The Arnold Classic in particular is the second biggest show of the year and contains the largest expo in the sport. Why do we not see Women’s Bodybuilders on stage?
It should also be noted that Johnnie O. Jackson also mentions the New York Pro in his argument. In fact, the New York Pro does feature Women’s Bodybuilding in their lineup of competitions. While Jackson may have misspoke on including the NY Pro in his argument – the overall sentiment still stands.
Johnnie O. Jackson believes that part of the reason the division slowly fell in popularity was due to a dislike of the massive physiques. Much like some of (but certainly less damaging) criticism about Men’s Open getting too big. Jackson believes that, overall, the judges are responsible for what kind of physiques they want to reward. Jackson states – if the fans are unhappy with the state of physiques for Women’s Bodybuilding – it’s the judges responsibility to ensure the right kind of physique is rewarded to bend the trajectory of the division.
Of course, the solution is never quite as simple as it sounds. While putting responsibility on the judges is part of the puzzle – there may be a wider variety of factors at play here. Judges should not always 100% bend to the demand of fans – that’s a dangerous precedent. Also – the criticism of Women’s Bodybuilding physiques could also be based in unfair expectations outside of the judges control.
Many have stated that Women’s Bodybuilding is “too masculine” but there is also a point to be made that the show is not a beauty pageant. The women should be judges the exact same way the men are – femininity should not be a criteria at all.
Another problem may be pure roster issues. Perhaps many of these larger shows cannot get enough competitors to sign up for competition. This is a snake eating it’s own tail type situation. If there is not enough support for Women’s Bodybuilding – there will be less interest by the athletes. Thus less sign ups for the few shows that exist. Thus less shows across the year to build interest. Lather, rinse, repeat.
Regardless, Johnnie O. Jackson’s main sentiment remains true. The Women’s Bodybuilders that do compete are sisters in iron. They deserve the exact same respect and opportunities as the Men’s Open division. Jackson believes a concerted effort must be made to prioritize getting Women’s Bodybuilding back to the Arnold Classic and other major shows across the year.
You can watch Johnnie O. Jackson’s full argument in our latest episode of Hardcore Truth above. Make sure to visit each Thursday for new episodes every week! What do you think? Does the IFBB Pro league need to prioritize more Women’s Bodybuilding representation?
Blessing Awodibu Looks Shredded and Ready to Dominate at the 2022 Indy Pro
Blessing Awodibu is in incredible shape one week out from the Indy Pro.
Blessing Awodibu is looking ready to dominate at the 2022 Indy Pro. The popular bodybuilder has been on an extended off season making improvements to be ready for the 2022 season. From his recent updates it’s clear that he’s more than ready to prove the doubters wrong in his return to action.
Sometimes it’s necessary to fall in order to rise. That’s something Blessing Awodibu had to learn during his first two competitions as an IFBB Pro League competitor. He placed third at the 2021 Indy Pro and placed even lower at the NY Pro.
It was clear something needed to change.
Luckily for Blessing he had a healthy enough ego to humble himself and take some time away from competing. Blessing is pushing himself hard during his off season and the preparation is paying off.
A Work in Progress
While his first attempt at wowing the IFBB Pro League crowd didn’t go as expected, Blessing Awodibu took the experience and grew from it. While he could have simply made excuses for his performances he decided to humble himself and go back to the drawing board.
He had called out Nick Walker as a means of building buzz and putting pressure on himself to perform. This time around it appears that Blessing Awodibu is letting his work speak for itself. With lagging body parts, particularly his legs, being the culprit that kept him from victories in 2021, Blessing has doubled down on his training. Rather than simply work on his strong points, Blessing has focused a great deal of his off season building up his weak points. Suffice it to say the consistency and hard work is reaping some hefty dividends.
Shredded Condition
With a little over a week to go until the 2022 Indy Pro, Blessing Awodibu is dialing in his training and his diet. As such the popular bodybuilder is shedding fat and water and is starting to look peeled.
His conditioning appears to be far superior to his prior stage appearances and it’s clear that he’s more than ready. Blessing Awodibu has doubled his efforts in preparation and it shows.
It’s quite clear that Blessing Awodibu has the physique to win at the Indy Pro. Still, he’ll have to show up on the night ready to perform and prove he can be a champion in the IFBB Pro League.
What do you think of Blessing Awodibu one week out from the 2022 Indy Pro?
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