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Hunter Labrada Shows Off Massive Back Gains Achieved In Nine Months

Hunter Labrada Shows Off Massive Back Gains Achieved In Nine Months

Hunter Labrada has put in some huge work since the 2021 Chicago Pro.
Hunter Labrada has been on a tear putting on size in many ways over the course of the season. He has his sights set on the 2022 Olympia competition and it showed in a recent physique update. Labrada shared side-by-side photos of his back gains and it is visible in his lower lats.
Labrada last competed in the 2021 Olympia back in September where he finished fourth. The picture on the left in his latest Instagram post shows his back during his victory at the 2021 Chicago Pro. This is the progression that has been made from July 2021 to March 2022.

“July 25th 2021 vs. March 23rd, 2022–1 day after Chicago vs this offseason–252lbs vs 282lbs–Still have close to 5 months to continue to grow before the ⭕️ prep starts, and still have PLENTY of bullets left in the gun to do so?”

Hunter Labrada has put on 31 pounds since the Chicago Pro. He shared that his bodyweight during the competition was 251 pounds compared to 282 pounds currently. This is great progression especially with five months left of bulking before he begins preparing for the Olympia in December.
Labrada has put some serious effort into building his back and this is a way that he can gain an advantage on the field. He made his pro debut in 2020 and has already made his way near the top of Men’s Open bodybuilding. He finished eighth at his first Olympia in 2020 and jumped up four spots in 2021. Labrada is one of the best, young stars in the sport and will look to contend with the likes of Brandon Curry, Hadi Choopan, and of course Big Ramy, who is the reigning two-time champion.

At this pace, Labrada will show up with more mass than he did in 2021. He has built muscle across his entire back and has made sure to hit his lower lats using different sets of workouts.
Hunter Labrada is the son of bodybuilding great Lee Labrada. The sport is in his blood and he has been around it his entire life. Because of this, he understands how it works and what the training regimens must look like. It seems as though Labrada is hitting all of them where he needs.
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Jay Cutler Broke Down Former Bodybuilding Diets That Included 140 Egg Whites And Four Pounds Of Meat Daily

Jay Cutler Broke Down Former Bodybuilding Diets That Included 140 Egg Whites And Four Pounds Of Meat Daily

Jay Cutler recently discussed his crazy diet plans during his bodybuilding career.
Jay Cutler is a four-time Olympia champion and is known as one of the best of all-time. This means that he has put together many training programs and diet plans to build that championship physique. In a recent interview, Cutler shared some wisdom on what to make in the kitchen and also shared some of his craziest diet plans during his career.
Cutler joined The Michael Sartain Podcast, where he was able to discuss all things bodybuilding. This is where Cutler revealed that it is all about the diet when preparing for a competition such as the Olympia.

For Cutler, this included a massive amount of eggs and even purchasing a cow to keep in his freezer.
“I bought a cow from the butcher. I was living in a place called Spencer, Massachusetts. I had a local butcher there so I’d actually buy all the meat and I would have two freezers. So, what I would do is I would buy the chicken and break it all down into two-pound bags and freeze it.”
“The food I was eating six to seven times a day. I was eating upwards of four pounds of meat a day. You know, it was just every two hours like clockwork.”
When following such an intense diet plan, it is not always easy to stay motivated. Jay Cutler received this motivation from watching some of the other greats during his time. He mentioned growing up watching the all-time greats such as Arnold Schwarzenegger, Lee Haney, and Dorian Yates. 

Once he was in his prime, Cutler battle with Ronnie Coleman, who won eight consecutive Olympia titles from 1998-2005. Cutler ended his reign by taking the crown in 2006.
This is when Cutler began perfecting his diets. In retirement, he admitted to not enjoying food as much but he still features plenty of eggs in his diet.
“I don’t want to have steak. I’m not a big steak eater at 44 now. I tend to eat some sushi but I’m limited even on that just because I know a lot of sushi rice has a ton of sugar. I might eat some plain fish or whatever else but there’s nothing else that excites me.
I still, I drink the egg whites. That’s the difference between back then until now. They didn’t have pasteurized egg whites. Now you can buy the cartons and you can drink them. It’s actually a very good source of protein instead of frying them up.”
Jay Cutler used to spend a large amount of time preparing his eggs because of the sheer amount that he would eat.
“I’m not going to lie, there was a lot of diets I ate 140 egg whites a day. So I was cracking eggs non-stop. I remember sitting cracking eggs for an hour in the morning and I would put everything in Tupperware containers. I would just dump out. I was eating thirty egg whites a meal then.”
This is the commitment that it takes bodybuilders to get to their highest level. Jay Cutler is a perfect example of discipline, talent, and motivation needed to become champion of the Olympia. To this day, he continues to share methods that he used to use during his time on stage.
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Natural Bodybuilder Mitch Jarvis Outlines Training Volume For Optimal Recovery

Natural Bodybuilder Mitch Jarvis Outlines Training Volume For Optimal Recovery

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PNBA Pro Mitch Jarvis reduces his workout volume for adequate recovery. 
A dilemma with working out is finding the right training volume that maximizes muscle growth but facilitates adequate recovery. And professional natural bodybuilder Mitch Jarvis concurs. Mitch Jarvis is a Men’s Bodybuilding competitor for the International Natural Bodybuilding Association (INBA)/Professional Natural Bodybuilding Association (PNBA) and United Kingdom Drug Free Bodybuilding Association (UKDFBA). He was the runner-up at the PNBA World Championships and a UKDFBA champion in 2021. And in 2020, he was a UKDBFA Overall champion. 
To optimize recovery, Mitch Jarvis has reduced his training volume from five days a week to four days a week. He noticed that his body wasn’t getting enough rest lifting five days a week. On social media, Jarvis stated, 
“I’ve changed up my split this week so that I’m only training 4 x per week. Body wasn’t recovering from 5”
Below you can see Jarvis performing deadlifts. 
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Training Volume and Recovery

Adequate training volume is imperative for maximizing muscle growth, but so is recovery. So how much volume should you do? The simple answer is enough to grow muscle but not too much that it causes overtraining. 
Although doing more seems like it can yield more significant results, often, less is more when it comes to training. Doing too much volume will only hinder your progress because recovery is essential for optimal results. 
You should give each muscle group a rest from training. For example, if you’re on a split routine, you should rotate between the muscle groups you train each day to give your body plenty of time to recuperate. 
And you should give your body complete rest from training at least one day a week, but it can be beneficial to take more days off. Even if you’re targeting a different muscle group each day, your body still needs time to rest. For example, Mitch Jarvis has learned that his body wasn’t recovering well from training five days a week, so he reduced his training volume to four days a week. 
Training Volume Per Workout
How many days you rest versus how many days you lift will also depend on the volume you’re doing per workout. For example, if you’re training each muscle group with heavy volume each workout – exercises, reps, sets – it will be beneficial to implement more rest days each week. Conversely, if you’re doing lower volume workouts, you can work out more often throughout the week and train each muscle group more often. 
For example, you will typically only do 1-2 exercises per muscle group with full-body workouts, which means you can work out each muscle group more times throughout the week. However, you usually do many movements in a given workout with split routines. So you’ll need more time to grow and repair muscle tissue between training the same muscle group again.
Recovery for the Natural Bodybuilder 
As a natural bodybuilder, it’s even more important to train smart and hard. Natural bodybuilders rely only on intelligent training and nutrition to put their bodies in peak condition for shows. In addition, steroids and performance-enhancing drugs will allow your body to do more volume than it would otherwise be capable. 
Recap
Enough training volume is vital for muscle growth; however, ample rest time is essential. So if you’re struggling to recover and build muscle from workouts, try reducing your workout volume. 
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Brandon Curry Shares Full Day Of Eating During Olympia Prep

Brandon Curry Shares Full Day Of Eating During Olympia Prep

Current Arnold Classic champ Brandon Curry is preparing for a big showing at the 2022 Olympia.
Brandon Curry continues to be one of the best bodybuilders in the Men’s Open division. As he prepares for the 2022 Olympia in December, Curry recently took viewers through a full day of eating to share his Olympia diet plan.
Curry stepped on stage during the Arnold Classic in March as the favorite to take home the prize. He ended up as champion and this set the stage for a big season full of preparation to get back to the very top of the sport. Curry was named Mr. Olympia in 2019 before finishing as the runner-up in back-to-back years to Big Ramy. 

Brandon Curry was featured in an interview on Men’s Health’s YouTube page where he laid out his full diet plan during preparation. The Olympia is set to return to Las Vegas from Dec. 15-18.
Brandon Curry Diet Plan
Brandon Curry began this interview by discussing the importance of this Olympia. With his recent Arnold Classic victory, Curry is aiming to take home the two biggest bodybuilding titles in one year. This would be the second time in his career that he would accomplish that feat.

Curry discussed his methods when figuring out his meal plan and it does not consist of counting calories. Instead, he finds it important to measure out his portions on a scale.
“Everything is measured by scale weight. So, I mean, anywhere from 200 grams on the scale to 200 grams of protein per meal and then for carbohydrates, that can go all the way up to 400 grams to all the way down to nothing in some meals.”
Meal 1

350 grams potatoes
200-220 grams chicken
2-3 eggs

Meal 2 – Pre-Workout

Chicken
200-300 grams rice

Meal 3 – Post Workout

Salmon or steak
250 grams sweet potatoes o greens

Meal 4

220 grams chicken
200-250 grams rice

Meal 5

220 grams salmon or steak
salad

Meal 6

220 grams fish
salad
200 grams rice (optional)

There are some variables within this diet that can change. Brandon Curry explained how he will change some aspects depending on where he is in training. This includes staying away from fiber when he is high on carbs and opting for a lean protein once he is further into his preparation.
“Typically when I am high on the carbs, I stay away from the fiber for digestion. I don’t want to be too full. The fiber slows everything down. Fullness is the enemy when you’re trying to get in a lot of calories.”
And of course, he ended by discussing what a typical cheat meal looks like. Curry admitted to indulging in a burger, French fries, and an apple pie on certain occasions. While he is preparing for the Olympia, his cheat meal will usually be sushi.
The calendar has turned to April and that means the Olympia is about eight months away. Brandon Curry knows what it takes to be on top of his game and that is what fans can expect come December.
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Martyn Ford Announces Fight Against Iranian Hulk Is Postponed, Will He Find A Replacement Opponent?

Martyn Ford Announces Fight Against Iranian Hulk Is Postponed, Will He Find A Replacement Opponent?

The boxing match between Martyn Ford and Iranian Hulk has been postponed once again. Will it happen at all?
The fight between Martyn Ford and the Iranian Hulk has been postponed once again. Originally scheduled for April 2, the boxing match was moved to April 30 but will not take place anymore.
Ford took to Instagram to make the official announcement on Monday morning. This comes after months of anticipation for a fight between two men who have made it personal on multiple occasions. According to Ford, this match is no longer on the card but the event will still take place as scheduled.

“This is a statement I didn’t want to have to release but unfortunately, April 30th, my fight is going to be postponed. The event is still on Boxstar. It’s still on. It’s just my fight okay?
Now, for all those who have tickets, there is a link below and there will be more information on how you can go about that. Like I said, the event will still go ahead. There is some great people, some great fights on,” Ford said.

Martyn Ford continues to explain that this decision was out of his control. By the sound of the explanation, it seems as though the news came from Iranian Hulk’s side but it has not been released just yet. Also, Ford said that the bout will be postponed but it seems as though it is cancelled all together for now. There is no official make-up date.
“Unfortunately, mine won’t be one of them for reasons out of my control. It doesn’t take a genius to figure them all out. I don’t want to go down the route of talking about it, too much time, too much energy has been wasted. For me, personally, I’m still here. I’m still training hard.
There will be a debut, there will be a fight. I’m just not 100% sure of who, when or why. But it will happen, and nothing will change there. Thank you.”
At this time, fans can look forward to the event as scheduled but the card has taken a hit with Martyn Ford and Iranian Hulk being out. There will be a new fight put in the main event spot but that has not been released to this point.

This is not the second time that Ford and Iranian Hulk have moved the match. It makes it difficult to believe that the event will happen at any point but the two sides have certainly been training for it. They even met face-to-face and this added even more fuel to the fire.
Martyn Ford explained how he is prepared to step in the ring and will continue to train at the level he has been. It will be interesting to see who takes this spot on April 30 but also who Ford will be scheduled to take on in the future.
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Top 5 Tips For Keeping Up With Your Cardio Indoors

Top 5 Tips For Keeping Up With Your Cardio Indoors

There are ways to keep up with your cardio while working out at home.
Cardio might not be the most appealing type of exercise in the world, but it’s an important part of a healthy and well-rounded exercise routine. Keeping with your cardio can be a burden, but there are ways you can incorporate it into your daily workouts to make it more manageable.
If you’re still working from home, this is a great time to think about how you could incorporate exercise throughout the day since you no longer have going to the office taking up so much of your time.

Tip #1: The kettlebell is your friend.
Weight is your best friend when it comes to doing indoor cardio. Since you don’t have that much space to move around, the best trick is to utilize weights to force your body to break a sweat. The kettlebell is one of the best workout tools in this respect. You can do rapid kettlebell swings to get your heart rate up while standing in living room watching TV or on a Zoom call.

Doing twists while holding a kettlebell, when done rapidly, can also increase your cardio and help you lose weight! If you want to get serious about doing indoor cardio, definitely make sure you have one of these on hand, or an equivalent weighted tool you prefer like a medicine ball.
Tip #2: Sneak cardio into your strength training.
If you’re one of those people that absolutely dreads doing cardio, there are ways you can sneak cardio exercises into your strength training workouts. Simple modifications to common workouts are key. You could try doing five minutes of HIIT in between exercises as a way of getting cardio in while continuing to do whatever workout you normally do and enjoy.
Tip #3: Try jumping jacks, jump rope, and other ways of working out that don’t use equipment.
One of the biggest challenges of doing cardio at home is that — if you don’t have a home gym — you don’t have access to any of the fitness equipment like treadmills or rowing machines that make indoor cardio a breeze. You can still get cardio in at home with some tried and true classics like the jump rope.
Make a commitment to do fifteen minutes of jumping jacks before you start your day or before you go to bed. A jump rope is a cheap and easy way to do cardio in your house whenever you have the time. Remember, it’s the man that makes the workout, not the equipment.
Tip #4: High knees will help you break a sweat.
High knees are a cardio fundamental. It gets the blood pumping and you can do it pretty much anywhere. Plus, it burns fat in a pretty fast amount of time, so as long as you do it rapidly and with intensity you don’t even have to do it that long. Better yet, do it in small but intense bursts throughout the day to burn the most fat.
Tip #5: Don’t rely too much on HIIT for cardio, since it will disrupt your gains in strength training.
Lots of people choose HIIT as their weapon of choice when it comes to getting cardio in and it’s easy to see why. It’s quick, effective, and it gets the job done. But HIIT workouts can actually slim you down and decrease your gains from strength training since the exercises are designed to make your body more lean. If you’re trying to do cardio without sacrificing gains, make sure to not overdose on HIIT.

Hafthor Bjornsson and The Rock Are On A Collision Course, Plan Future Training Collaboration

Hafthor Bjornsson and The Rock Are On A Collision Course, Plan Future Training Collaboration

The Rock and Hafthor Bjornsson could be training together very soon.
Hafthor Bjornsson and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson appear to be flirting with the idea of collaborating together. After The Rock responded to a Tweet made by Bjornsson it appears that the two could likely be training together in the near future.
There’s no doubt about, The Rock is one of the most popular actors on the planet and with good reason. The professional wrestler has garnered fans from a host of different backgrounds. Of course WWE fans are still diehard stans of the charismatic wrestler. Fans of his action movies also give The Rock a fair share of praise. And even bodybuilding and fitness fans are major fans of enthusiastic fitness lover.
But perhaps most of all The Rock is adored for his optimistic personality. He is always encouraging and pushes himself to be better both physically and mentally. He shares encouragement and offers up advise to those willing to listen, those willing to make a change within themselves.
So naturally 2018 World’s Strongest Man Hafthor Bjornsson is also a fan of The Rock. How could he not be. After all both men share a passion for building strength and improving themselves. The Rock often does so through pumping iron, much like Bjornsson himself. Having that in common, as well as mutual admiration, appears to be leading both men to a collision course.
Future Training Collaboration?

After making a post on Twitter it appears that Hafthor Bjornsson received a very special message from a popular actor. The Rock sent a message to the strongman turned boxer about collaborating in a future training session.

This absolute legend replied to my tweet today. Looking forward to that training session ???.

It appears that The Rock and Hafthor Bjornsson are coining to collaborating very soon.
Would you like to see a collaboration between these two giants of strength?
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Sean Mills Sets New Raw American Record With 730-Pound Squat In 110kg Division

Sean Mills Sets New Raw American Record With 730-Pound Squat In 110kg Division

Sean Mills has been a force in powerlifting and is continuing his tear by setting some new marks.
The 2022 USAPL Junior Nationals was the sight of many milestones set my lifters in attendance. Sean Mills is a competitor that has been a force in the 110kg division and he showed it off once again, this time in Westin Lombard, Illinois. Mills was able to complete a massive 730-pound squat to set a new Raw American Junior Record.
Mills positioned himself under the weight with nothing but a lifting belt, knee sleeves, and wrist wraps. Mills completed the lift with relative ease and showed plenty of emotion once it was back on the rack. The powerlifter took to Instagram to share the lift and recap his performance while thanking all involved.

“Thank you to the entire team who came out to support me this meet and for putting me in the best possible position to succeed. I couldn’t ask to be surrounded by smarter minds than @joeyflexx7 @grantivarson @joe_wee_@singletonstrength”

Sean Mills set two new competitor PRs along with this record squat. On bench press, Mills completed all three lifts including a high of 424.4 pounds. Mills was unsuccessful on his final deadlift attempt but as able to lock out a 733-pound lift. Despite the one unsuccessful attempt, Mills was able to take home the prize in the division.
Like any competitor, Mills was unhappy with his unsuccessful attempt on his third and final deadlift. This is something he addressed in his caption on social media. Mills vowed to share the lift and work on making it a successful try in the future.
“This wasn’t the meet that I wanted and my missed third deadlift burns a hole in my soul that will not have the chance to heal until the next time I step on the platform. Need to become more dialed in as a lifter and become as flawless as possible.”

At 19 years old, Sean Mills is already making some noise in powerlifting. He began competing three years ago and has already totaled some huge numbers. He has competed in six events and has won all of them. There is no doubt that Mills is going to continue to shine in powerlifting and sets me new marks in the coming years.
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Stanimal Answers: Has Pro Bodybuilding Become More Competitive In Recent Years?

Stanimal Answers: Has Pro Bodybuilding Become More Competitive In Recent Years?

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Stanimal De Longeaux reflects on the current crop of talent competing in pro bodybuilding and if the sport has become more competitive.
There was a time not too long ago where fans of pro bodybuilding felt that surprise was missing from the sport. Reigning champions maintained such talent and power – that it was easy to predict who would win big shows like the Arnold Classic or Mr. Olympia. Flex Lewis won every show he competed in. So did Phil Heath. Their reign felt impossible to overcome. Since then something changed – and now the outcomes of pro bodybuilding competitions have become more unpredictable. There have been many upsets and the Mr. Olympia title has seen four different champions over the past five years. Has the talent pool become more even and competitive? In our latest GI Exclusive, Stanimal De Longeaux compares the sport when he started vs today and whether or not it’s truly become more competitive. 
There’s a big reason why the Classic Physique division has garnered so much attention for such a relatively young category. Yes, the personalities and physiques on display are top notch. But more than that, the level of competition has been thrilling and truly unpredictable. With exception of Chris Bumstead in recent years – it’s nearly anyones game at every major Classic Physique competition. In fact, it’s become so popular that the Boston Pro 2022 ended the night with Classic Physique rather than the typical Men’s Open.

This is something Stanimal De Longeaux is very well aware of. He’s right there in the middle of it as a competitor. Suddenly more doors are open as he continues to improve and perfect his physique.

Stanimal has also noticed that it seems this level of competition is starting to make its way into Men’s Open as well. Big Ramy is starting to get a foothold with two wins in a row – but we’ve had four different champions in quick succession at the Mr. Olympia. The old guard are slowly stepping down and young talented competitors are finally coming into their own. The patterns have shifted. things have become unpredictable.
While that might not be the reason Stanimal moved from Classic Physique to Men’s Open – we can assume it certainly was a factor. As Stanimal continues to discover what division is a best fit for his genetic frame, he is finding that there is no longer single guaranteed repeat champions in either Classic Physique or Men’s Open.
On one hand, this leads to more opportunity. There is no longer a Phil Heath who will shut out the competition and change the battle for everyone to see who gets second place. However, this increased competition simply means the battle becomes more barbaric – so to speak. There are more close calls, more hungry competitors with an actual shot for first place. It’s thrilling to see on stage – and it helps the athletes push each other to great new heights.
Stanimal believes that, for Classic Physique, this is natural for a new division. The first few years were athletes learning what defines the division. Now that it’s grown from its infancy – we are still with that first generation of athletes. Nothing is fully set in stone
On the other hand, Stanimal notes that the Men’s Open division is simply going through a transitionary period that is finally blooming. Gone are the yesteryears of Phil Heath, Kai Greene, and Dexter Jackson. New names such as Nick Walker, Hunter Labrada, and Hadi Choopan are finally coming into their own. It’s an exciting time and leading to more heated battles on stage. This is great not only for the athletes but also for the fans.
Where will Stanimal’s place be during this competitive time? During our interview, he explains that he’s started working with a new coach for his off season prep. He wants to take his health and his physique to the next level and enter into the Men’s Open division as a true threat among the new generation of athletes. Only time will tell how he will fair in such a hungry crop of athletes.
You can watch Stanimal De Longeaux discuss the growing competitive nature of modern bodybuilding and his new contest prep plans for Men’s Open in our latest GI Exclusive interview segment above.

Hafthor Bjornsson Responds to Eddie Hall Rematch Talk, Logan Paul and KSI Fights

Hafthor Bjornsson Responds to Eddie Hall Rematch Talk, Logan Paul and KSI Fights

Hafthor Bjornsson gives a response to Eddie Hall.
It appears that Hafthor Bjornsson is dropping his grudge with Eddie Hall. After their intense boxing match Bjornsson and Hall shared something only combatants who’ve traded blows can understand. A mutual respect between the two has been forged and has been forged in blood. There’s truly nothing quite like hand to hand combat to get rivals seeing eye to eye.

“So a special thanks to Eddie,” said Hafthor Bjornsson. “I want to also say that he’s a great athlete. There’s things he did in his career that are that a lot of people that were impossible. For example lifting 500kg back in 2016 I believe it was. Doing that then, was to many people impossible.
“Even to people like myself but he because he did that, he opened a lot of doors for many people. He inspired a lot of people. He even inspired me. He made me An a believer that pulling more than 500kg was possible. He opened those doors. I want to say thank you to Eddie.”

Hafthor Bjornsson also took the time to address the charities he and Hall agreed to contribute to. Both men had causes they wished to donate to and Bjornsson cleared up that issue in his response.

“Let’s talk about the charity as you guys know, me and Eddie are both going to give away $200,000, $400,000 total for charity that I’m going to pick. I’ll be making a special YouTube about that when the time is right and when I have received the money from the fight. I can’t wait. I cannot wait. I feel blessed to do a very nice thing.”

The Bet
Hafthor Bjornsson also went on to address their tattoo bet. Bjornsson and Eddie Hall agreed that if the other lost they’d have to get a tattoo of “World’s Strongest Man: winner’s name” on their body. Since Hall lost he would have to get the tattoo “World’s Strongest Man: Hafthor Bjornsson” placed somewhere on his body.
Hafthor Bjornsson addressed the issue and stated his thoughts and opinions.

“Anyways, let’s talk about the tattoo. It’s nice that you’re going to honor your bets Eddie. It’s nice you’re going to give away $200,000 for charity. It’s nice to hear that you want to get the tattoo but I got a bit confused from your video. I want to refresh my memory, you said you’re going to get the tattoo if I sign the rematch clause?
“Well, you lost the fight and you’re supposed to get the tattoo. I know you want to take your time and I respect that. Do it on your own time, but don’t take too long. Let’s get this done in a month at least.
“I’ll give you time but let’s not drag it out too long. You need to get this tattoo done. Where, I don’t care. The size? I don’t care. Just get it done. The color, I don’t care. Just get it done. At least (make it) readable. I don’t care if it’s on your foot, on your calf, or on your ass, under your hair, just as long as you can show people that you’re getting the tattoo. Just honor your words. Like you have said, you are a man of your word.”

Future Fights

The Eddie Hall rematch isn’t the only fight Hafthor Bjornsson has on his mind. After being called out by YouTuber and rapper KSI and with Logan Paul being thrown around as an option it’s given Bjornsson much to consider. From the sounds of things the massive strongman isn’t taking those fights too seriously.

“I saw KSI was calling me out a little bit. Saying that I’m slow, and this and that. I’ve heard those claims before but believe me KSI even though I’m slow I can punch you in the head quite hard. I heard some poeple say ‘oh, you should fight Logan Paul’. Even take Paul, there’s a reason for weight classes guys.”

See the full video response below.
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So what do you think of Hafthor Bjornsson and his response to the latest issues?
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