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2021 KO Pro Egypt Preview
The 2021 KO Pro Egypt will feature some of the top names in bodybuilding.
The 2021 KO Pro Egypt is the next big event set to take place in the bodybuilding world. This event will take place on Sunday in Egypt and will showcase some of the top names in bodybuilding looking to qualify for the 2022 Olympia.
This event in Egypt will take place after the country’s biggest name in bodybuilding successfully defenses his Olympia title. Big Ramy has won back-to-back Olympia titles and has helped grow the sport of bodybuilding to a great height in Egypt. Big Ramy will not be part of this event but he continues to be the biggest name in the country heading into the event.
The 2021 KO Pro Egypt will feature four divisions — Men’s Open, Classic Physique, 212, and Men’s Physique. The full lineups have been announced in all divisions. Below, you can checkout the full list of competitors, along with some of the top athletes in Men’s Open.
Top Athletes To Watch
Regan Grimes
Regan Grimes brought on a new coach after the Olympia and has already shown some impressive progress. Grimes has been active on social media showing physique updates and he took the stage during the 2021 Legion Sports Fest Pro last week. Grimes finished second in Men’s Open to Shaun Clarida. Now, Grimes will enter the KO Pro Egypt as one of the favorites to win the competition. He will only continue to improve over the next year during training.
Cedric McMilan
Cedric McMillan was last seen at the 2021 Legion Sports Fest Pro. He did not make the first callout and did not appear on stage during the finals. There was an apparent illness that hit but nothing was confirmed. McMillan will be back on stage quickly in Egypt hoping to make an impact following his return. McMillan missed some time with injuries and will now have a chance to get back on stage against some other top competitors.
Mohamed Shaaban
Mohamed Shaaban appeared on stage twice in 2020 and finished 10th in the Olympia three weeks ago. Shaaban competed at the 2020 California Pro and Chicago Pro leading up to the Olympia. Shaaban has not picked up a victory since the 2019 Portugal Pro. He remains a force in the sport and has a chance to gain early qualification here. Shaaban will have to get his conditioning to the level of the other athletes and show that he can stack up.
Samson Dauda
Samson Dauda was a top-five finisher at the 2020 European Pro and followed that up with a sixth-place finish at the British Grand Prix Pro. Dauda is a dark-horse heading into the competition and this is because of his ceiling. When looking at other competitors, Dauda might not come in first but he has a chance to use this as a measuring stick.
Men’s Open Competitors
Behrooz Tabani Abarghani
Victor Joel Rea Cano
Samson Dauda
Mohamed Elemam
Ralph Farah
Kevin Gebhardt
Regan Grimes
Stan de Longeux
Cedric McMillan
Pouria Payoun
Mohamed Shaaban
Bikramjit Singh
Ahmed Mostafa El Said Mostafa El Marhomi
Hamada Ahmed Mohamed Abd El Latif
Hassan Mostafa Abdalla Taha Mahmoud
Khaled Awany Mohamed Mohamed
Mohamed Taha Mohamed Abe El Fatah Hassan
212 Competitors
Babak Akbarniya
Steve Benthin
Ahmed Elwardany Elsadany
Vladimir Iacovlev
Hamza Jawad
Mevsam Keshvari
Samir Troudi
Abdullah alsaif
Chris Pistolas
Hamada Ahmed Mohamed Abdellatif
Hamza Awad Gawad
Mahmoud Adel Abd El Halim
Mohamed Khaled Embaby Abd El Azim
Mohamed Salah Fouad El Said
Pasquale đAngelo
Classic Physique Competitors
Abdullah Al-Sairafi
Jose Maria Mete Bueriberi
Mohamed ElQadi
Lugas Fogelberg
Shicheng Jin
Roberto Martinez Pizana
Artem Puchkov
Ruben Lopez Reyes
Mikhail Timoshin
Alexandros Arion Staboulis
Men’s Physique Competitors
Daniele D’Onofrio
Denis Gusev
Xiaolong Hong
Daniel Leone
Clarence McSpadden Jr.
Denis Romanov
Omar Suleiman
Emile Walker
Ahmed Abd el Mawgwd
Ahmed Mohamed Abd El Galill Ahmed
Karim Esmat Sadek
Mahmoud Abd El Aziz Abd El Aziz El Sabagh
Mohamed Abd El Halim Shibl Abd El Halim Barki
Mohamed Magdy Mohamed Ahmed lbrahim
Sanad Alsanad
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Berry De Mey: Matt Mendenhall Was The Most Talented Bodybuilder That Ever Lived
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Berry De Mey sings praises of bodybuilder Matt Mendenhall… so why didn’t he ever go pro?
Berry De Mey is a former pro bodybuilder and currently a well respected bodybuilding coach. His evaluation of physiques and the sport as a whole carries a significant weight due to his knowledge and insight into bodybuilding excellence. So when he calls a competitor one of the most talented that ever lived – it’s an eye catching statement. In our latest GI Exclusive interview, Berry De Mey explains why amateur bodybuilder Matt Mendenhall was one of the best bodybuilders of all time… and the likely reason he never went pro.
Beloved bodybuilder Matt Mendenhall sadly passed away earlier this year. He was a bodybuilder known for an immensely pleasing physique. But despite this, he never actually went pro in the sport. During our latest video conversation with Berry De Mey, Mendenhall’s name and memory were brought up. De Mey was quick to claim that, in his opinion, Mendenhall was one of the most talented bodybuilders that had ever lived. That’s a major statement – especially for a competitor who never ended up going pro.
So we asked Berry De Mey to speculate exactly why Matt Mendenhall never became a pro bodybuilder. If he was truly that talented, how could he have not made it into the elite ranks and at least tried to compete and win a Mr. Olympia? De Mey believes that, at the time, Mendenhall never brought in his conditioning enough to earn him a pro card. While his conditioning never came together, it was clear to De Mey that he could have gone the distance once he overcame that hurdle.
Berry De Mey had the pleasure of training with Matt Mendenhall for quite some time. During those training sessions, it became clear to De Mey that Mendenhall was a spectacular talent. Of course, hindsight is 20/20 – and looking back now, De Mey honestly believes that Mendenhall could have become an iconic and legendary pro in the sport. If he had only gotten that pro card, De Mey is confident that he would have become a Mr. Olympia champion.
Berry De Mey isn’t alone in this outlook of Matt Mendenhall. Over time, his name and physique had grown to legendary status despite never going pro. Upon his tragic passing, the bodybuilding community sent an outpour of tributes to the late great bodybuilder. A true testament to how memorable his talent was regardless of his status in the pro league. Perhaps in a different timeline – he would have been a Mr. Olympia great on the same level of Arnold Schwarzenegger, Dorian Yates, Lee Haney, or Ronnie Coleman.
When discussing the greatest athletes of all time, it’s easy to focus on statistics such as championship wins. But the truth behind all sports is that there is simply not enough room for all great talent to reach ultimate victories. It’s part of the beauty behind competition. There are a variety of factors that can determine who rises to the top and who doesn’t. In life, there have always been well deserved beloved figures and at the same time unknown genius talents that never get recognized until much later.
That’s why it’s so encouraging to hear a respected name such as Berry De Mey speak to Matt Mendenhall’s legacy. He might not have statistically been the greatest bodybuilder of all time – but in the hearts of many, he was one of the most talented bodybuilders that ever lived.
You can watch Berry De Mey speak in full about Matt Mendenhall in our latest GI Exclusive interview segment above.
Nate Diaz Prepared To Leave UFC For Boxing To Fight Jake Paul
Nate Diaz might be close to leaving UFC if a fight with Jake Paul can be scheduled.
Jake Paul has become a main figure in the boxing world because of his personality and social media presence. This has been joined recently by a 4-0 record and a large price tag for opponents. This is something that has caught the eye of Nate Diaz.
The UFC fighter has one bout left on his contract with the company. It has been rumored that Diaz would be interested in boxing and taking on Paul in his first fight after leaving UFC. This is something that Josh Thompson believes will happen very soon.
On the “Weighing In” podcast, Thompson offered a strong opinion and confirmed these rumors that Diaz is interested in fighting Paul.
“I want you guys all to know this. He’s leaving the UFC and he’s fighting Jake Paul. Just stop, okay? This is his last fight. He’s not fighting in the UFC anymore. He’s gonna fight and he’s gonna fight Jake Paul,” Thompson said.
This is not the first time that Jake Paul has been linked to an MMA fighter. He has gone on record saying that he is interested in taking on Conor McGregor but this fight with Diaz might have taken present recently. For Diaz, the payday makes the most sense if he is able to leave UFC.
Aside from Paul, Diaz has been approached about a potential trilogy fight against McGregor. This would not earn Diaz as much as a fight with Paul would. In the boxing ring, Diaz could earn upwards of $10 million for that bout compared to a much smaller number if he would take on McGregor again. Thompson believes that McGregor does not have that big of a draw anymore.
“I think Nate’s going to leave and fight Jake Paul in boxing. He can probably make anywhere from ten to fifteen million to make that one fight. If he can fight one time in boxing against someone he has a lot more experience than.”
Since making the transition from YouTube sensation to the boxing ring, Paul has a perfect 4-0 record with notable victories over Tyron Woodley and Ben Askren. The possibilities of who he can take on next seem endless with the current draw that he has in the ring. An opponent is in for a big payday if they step in the ring with Paul and this is something persuading Diaz if the fight is able to get scheduled.
This is more than a rumor and according to Thompson, this is a meeting that could be confirmed soon enough. Nate Diaz has one fight left on his contract with UFC and that could be the last one if he feels boxing might have a more lucrative option. When looking at the numbers and the potential, it is not far off from the exact truth.
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Eddie Hall Lands Role In Sylvester Stallone’s “The Expendables 4”
Strongman Eddie Hall will make an appearance on the big screen in a Sylvester Stallone movie.
It has been quite the year for Eddie Hall to this point and it is only going to get busier from here. Along with rehabbing from an injury and planning a return to the boxing ring, Hall will also appear on screen in Sylvester Stallone’s film The Expendables 4.
Hall will appear in this movie as one of the villains. He was offered the part back in 2019 from Stallone himself when the two were in the UK. Hall will not be the only recognizable name in this film. The list includes Megan Fox, 50 Cent, Iko Uwais, Tony Jaa, and Andy Garcia.
The Expendables 4 began officially filming back in September. Nearly two months later, Stallone announced that his scenes were complete. This will be Stallone’s final appearance in the series. His character, Barney Ross, will no longer appear after the fourth film. This leaves Jason Staham’s Lee Christmas character in line to take over as the main character.
It has been a busy year for Eddie Hall because of his path to the boxing ring being halted by injury. Hall was prepared to take on Hafthor Bjornsson in the ring but was forced to postpone after suffering a torn bicep. Hall continued to rehab his injury with an eye on boxing and performed exercises to strengthen the right muscles. Hall announced that his bicep is now fully attached and he wants to take on Bjornsson once again. This might be a match for charity if Bjornsson accepts a recent offer.
In a way, Hall and Sylvester Stallone can be attached through boxing. Hall has ventured into the sport while Stallone was a huge part of promoting the sport through the Rocky series. Recently, the two got together to congratulate Tyson Fury after his victory against Tyron Woodley.
“Massive congrats to @gypsyking101From myself and @officialslystallone on your fight win ? you have the done the country proud and the people of the world are in awe of your sportsmanship and dedication to boxing ?The awareness you bring to mental health whilst conquering life is astounding also, so thank you from myself and millions of others around the world for being such a great role model.Keep being the peoples champion Tyson and can’t wait for what’s next for you ? ?@millenniummedia@lionsgate#Expendables4Big LoveTeam Beast”
Eddie Hall will have a chance to portray a villainous character in this movie. This will be a new venture for a strongman who has been moving into different avenues recently. This will be an exciting movie with plenty of star power next to Sylvester Stallone as he wraps up his appearances in The Expendables series.
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Nadia Stowers Sets World Record In Log Press And Axle Deadlift
Strongwoman Nadia Stowers recently set two world records.
It was a day to remember on Saturday for Nadia Stowers. The strongwoman set two world records during the 2021 Static Monsters Worldwide Competition. The BIG Speed and Strength gym in Fontana, CA was the site to see an incredible feat of strength from Stowers in the 82-kg weight class.
Stowers set a new mark in both the axle deadlift and log press. First, the axle deadlift was a whopping 299.4kg (660lb) followed by a log press of 130.6kg (288lb). Stowers took to Instagram to share the lifts and provide some thanks for her world-record performance.
“They say shoot for the moon and if you miss, you’ll land amongst the stars. I didn’t get my moon today but man these stars are pretty!! Think these are both the highest recorded log press and axle deadlift in a competition so far!-correct me if I’m wrong- now THAT’S exciting!
288 log-24lbs up from last year660 axle-10lbs up from last year303 log attempt!! – I’ll GET my moon!
Coached by @jacobfinertyB.I.G Online coaching available”
The log press record was previously held by Stowers but she exceeded it by 13kg. In 2019, Rebecca Cumpsty logged the world record of 115kg (253.5lb) before Stowers was able to break it at the 2021 Clash on the Coast. This is where she lifted 117.9kg (260lb). She made the lift look easy on Saturday where she was able to demolish her previous record.
Coming into the weekend, Stowers already matched the previous world record in axle deadlift but did not pass it. This was held by Kim Derks at 295kg (650.4lb). This was achieved at the 2019 SMWW competition. Now, Stowers can have the record all to herself. She previously matched the record during the 2020 SMWW competition.
Nadia Stowers recently finished eighth in the 2021 World’s Ultimate Strongwoman competition. She won the 2020 SMWW competition with a total of 408.5kg (900.6lb). That same year, Stowers became the winner at the 2020 Strongman Corporation National Championship. This is now Stowers’ third world record. The first came during the 2021 Clash on the Coast where she achieved a 97.5 (215lb) block press.
Nadia Stowers certainly put on a show over the weekend and it will be interesting to see if she can build on this performance moving forward.
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Dr. Testosterone Warns: You Must Not Smoke Or Drink While On A Steroid Cycle
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Dr. Testosterone discusses the strict realities of combining steroids with other recreational drugs such as cigarettes, alcohol, cocaine, and more.
There’s no question that steroids are a major health risk when used recreationally for athletic enhancement. Whether an athlete wants to take that risk is up to the individual. But having as much information and education before making that decision is crucial for the athlete to make the right choice. That’s why Dr. Testosterone is crystal clear in his messaging regarding steroids and bodybuilding. He’s not against using the drug – but he’s not ignorant to the real and dangerous risks involved. This is especially true when considering the rest of your habits in relation to steroid use. In our latest GI Exclusive interview, Dr. Testosterone explains why athletes must not smoke cigarettes, drink alcohol, or use party drugs while on a steroid cycle.
When discussing any sort of drug use, the most challenging aspect for doctors and scientists is that these things do not happen in a vacuum. Asking if steroids are safe, for example, is more complicated than it seems. There are the inherent dangers of using such a powerful drug. But there are also dangers when considering other human habits that can go along with it. A doctor cannot control what we do outside of their office – they can only warn and suggest the right strategies for a healthy life.
Most bodybuilders understand the pros and cons of using steroids for athletic enhancement. What might be less known are the bad habits that can actually increase risk alongside the drug. Other things that we put in our body including the type of food we eat, other drugs we take, and also social drugs such as alcohol or cigarettes can all have a huge impact on the effect steroids put on our bodies.
During our conversation with Dr. Testosterone, we asked him how serious it is for a bodybuilder to continue other vices such as drinking or smoking while on steroids. Dr. T makes it very clear. He tells all of his patients that they much choose between steroids and. other drugs. He warns that a bodybuilder or athlete must not smoke cigarettes, drink alcohol, or use other drugs such as cocaine while on a cycle.
Dr. Testosterone warns that continuing to use these drugs alongside steroids, at best, will lead to worse results. At worst, it can amplify health dangers caused by both the other drugs and also the steroids. It’s the kind of cocktail that is not worth it. It’s these kinds of habits that can lead to bodybuilders becoming frustrated with results of steroids, for example, and then start taking higher doses in hopes of seeing results. This can be a slippery slope towards serious health issues.
Additionally, alcohol and cigarettes are already bad vices to have as an athlete. They make fitness simply harder, and can lead to degradation of your body that pulls away from your athletic ability. Add steroids into the mix and you are simply getting more negative effects than positive. No serious athlete should ever consider these things in combination.
You can watch Dr. Testosterone go into full medical detail by watching our latest GI Exclusive interview segment above!
*DISCLAIMER: Generation Iron does not recommend or condone the use of steroids or other PEDs. The views and opinions expressed in this video are not that of Generation Iron.
Big Ramy Starts Mr. Olympia 2022 Training Early
Big Ramy has already started training for next year’s Olympia.
Big Ramy has taken over bodybuilding and done so by winning the last two Olympia competitions. The Egyptian bodybuilder has a legitimate chance to make it three in a row and the process has already started.
Dennis James shared a video on his Instagram page confirming that Olympia prep has begun. In the video, James is seen spotting Big Ramy with other trainers present as well. The two-time champion has started his process in Dubai.
This is noteworthy following a recent story about Big Ramy’s training leading up to the 2021 Olympia. Chad Nicholls shared photos of the bodybuilder leading up to the competition. He was 327 pounds of pure muscle but did not begin training until three months before he was set to take the stage. Big Ramy won the 2020 Olympia in December 2020 and did not begin training until July 2021.
This could be the reason that Big Ramy’s victory was a bit controversial this year. Despite being the overwhelming favorite coming in, many believe that Hadi Choopan showed better conditioning and deserved better than his third-place finish. Even Brandon Curry and his team were a bit critical of the judging and overall outcome. Quickly following the win, Big Ramy stated that he will continue to defend his title for years to come.
Dennis James has been working with Big Ramy over the years. Dennis James is a former IFBB professional bodybuilder. He competed in eight Olympia competitions, finishing as high as 4th in 2003. His last Olympia appearance came in 2010 and his final competition was the 2012 Masters Mr. Olympia in 2012. James put together a string of two victories in 2009 at the Tampa Pro and the Europa Super Show.
The fact that Big Ramy is back in the gym already might not be good news for the competition. This means he will have over a year to training leading into the 2022 show in December. He was able to conquer the Olympia with just three months of preparation and it is likely that he enters the 2022 show with an even better physique.
The competition is only going to get stronger and this means Big Ramy will have to continue to improve. He already has a leg up on the others after two victories and is taking ample time to prepare for the next time he steps on stage. This makes for what will be another entertaining show when the time comes.
Big Ramy has a great team to work with and knows how to get the most out of his workouts. Fans can wait and see when physique updates are posted. What we do know now is that the champ is back in the gym.
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James Hollingshead to Move to the US to Take Training to the Next Level
James Hollingshead is set to move to the United States.
It appears that too UK bodybuilder James Hollingshead is setting up a move to the United States. This news comes hot off the heels of Hollingshead’s performance at the 2021 Olympia. He would take 13th place at the show.
Some times you need to switch things up in order to bring about the best version of yourself. No doubt this is likely the mindset James Hollingshead has adopted after his showing at the 2021 Olympia. While he may have acquitted himself well at his first Olympia, Hollingshead taking 13th place was a bit of a wake up call for the UK bodybuilder.
It appears that rather than return to the drawing board and just train harder for an Olympia qualifier, James Hollingshead has decided to take different measures. Hollingshead has decided to make some major changes and move to the United States.
In a recent video posted on the REDCON1 YouTube channel, James Hollingshead talks about his decision to make the move to America. Hollingshead speaks on the fact that he needed to make a change in order to get himself to the next level. He believes the move to the US will put him in an environment that will allow him to push harder in his training and thus be more effective and much improved the next time he steps on stage.
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This is certainly a massive shake up for James Hollingshead. The UK bodybuilder certainly has the kind of incredible potential that could take him far. He has a balanced and well muscled physique.
Current training objective stands
Log and lift
Increase load at a moderate frequency on the basics
Eat plenty and warrant the need for adaptive response
Still using my time to find my specific movements that I’ll run into this phase of my training
Great thing is at @redcon1gym I have a lot of great choices
Keeping training pretty basic, for example training for say delts would look like so
PRESS X 2
LATERAL X 2
UPRIGHT X 2
REVERSE X 2
ALL SETS AIM FOR 8-10 WITH A FORCED REPETITION OR TWO
I’ll log everything and aim to progress lifts all round
The good thing is of volume and exercise numbers are not excessive you can pretty much improve ALL lifts from that session
Once the exercises start to stack up it becomes difficult to do so..not that that’s a bad thing at all because effort and intention go a very long way
However right now every calorie has a purpose and that is to provide an upward progression on a performance specific task being purely strength
I obviously keep cardio in place at 30 minutes a day for many many reasons. Most notable reason is for aiding my appetite a d allowing digestion to remain in a good spot
My calories at current are on average around the 5k mark (that’s on a day without a treat) so on a day with say a meal off they can ve close to 6500
Rest days are lower and probably closer to the 3500 – 4000 mark
I log my nutrition also in a journal
Weight is currently stable at 274-275
If he joins a promising camp with a coach that can really scrutinize physique, training, and presentation, Hollingshead could likely be a future top 5 Olympia contender.
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Gabriel Peña Becomes First Strongman To Achieve 500kg Axle Deadlift
Gabriel Peña set a new world record in the Axle deadlift at 500kg.
It is always incredible to see a powerlifter reach new heights and Gabriel Pena did that over the weekend. The strongman recently competed in the 2021 Static Monsters Worldwide competition. This took place on Oct. 23 and Pena put on a show that we have never seen before.
Pena stepped up to the 16.75-inch axle wearing wrist straps, a lifting belt, and knee wraps. He completed a 500kg deadlift, which is a new world record. Pena became the first strongman ever to reach this number and he took to Instagram to celebrate his achievement.
“?WORLD RECORD?
I FINALLY HAVE MY OWN WORLD RECORD!!!
1,100 lbs / 500 kg at Static Monsters Worldwide in Harker Heights, Texas ?(16.75” Axle)
This Deadlift was for you Ricky @rd_strongman_36 . It was a pleasure lifting along with your boy today, and all the other athletes who came out in your honor.You’d be damn proud.Rest in power brother.”
The video shows how much effort this incredible lift actually took. Pena displayed strong technique and shaky legs until locked out and qualified the lift.
Gabriel Pena became the first strongman to accomplish this lift. The axle bar requires a higher grip because of the way the bar is shaped. This makes it a more difficult lift than that with a standard barbell.
This is not the first time that Pena has completed an enormous lift. This was his first record-breaking lift in competition but Pena has showed some impressive lifts in the gym. In June, Pena displayed a deadlift of 408.2kg (900lb) for a triple. He has completed a partial deadlift of 481kg (1,005lb) using an axle bar back in January.
This is not territory where many strongmen has gone. Anthony Pernice currently holds the world record for partial deadlift at 550kg (1,212.5lb). Eddie Hall and Mark Felix are other names that have made a living completing huge deadlifts. Pena has to be in the conversation now that he has completed a world record of his own.
Gabriel Pena was an alternate for the 2021 World’s Strongest Man competition. This year, he looks like he has a chance to compete with some of the other top competitors in the world. Confidence should be sky-high after a lift of this caliber and Pena will only continue to improve.
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Patrick Moore Will Not Compete During 2022 Season
Bodybuilder Patrick Moore announces he will not compete in 2022 to prepare for the following year.
Patrick Moore has competed twice in the last three weeks but this is something that we will not see again until 2023. The opportunity to qualify for the 2022 Olympia has begun and this is something that Moore will not attempt moving forward. Moore has announced that he will take the 2022 off to train and prepare for 2023.
Moore took to Instagram to make the announcement on Monday. The Men’s Open competitor is coming off a 10th place finish at the Legion Sports Fest Pro and came in 14th at the 2021 Olympia. Following his most recent appearance, Patrick Moore has decided to take a break.
“And that is a wrap for this season! Wanted to take a day to process all the experiences over the last 4 years…..prep after prep. Not taking any time off to actually grow. A lot of you have asked why I have never taken time off. For me the time is now. I don’t have a place on stage until 2023, and that may even be in question. For now, taking a step back and evaluating everything personally and professionally, is best. All of you have been absolutely amazing and it has been an honor to perform for you guys and motivate you all! I’ll be back to pumping out plenty of off-season content for you guys next week. Thank you guys for all the support! Let’s see what #thefuture holds!????”
It is unknown when Patrick Moore plans to return to action. The schedule for 2023 has not been released but the season usually begins with the Arnold Classic in the beginning of March. If Moore returns for that show, he will have close to a year and a half away from the stage. This would allow him to do the necessary training he feels is needed to improve.
The 2022 Olympia will take place next December in Las Vegas. Patrick Moore has appeared on stage at the biggest event of the year in 2019 and 2021. He won the 2019 California Pro to gain qualification and this was his only professional victory. Moore earned his Pro Card by winning the 2017 NPC USA competition and made his debut during the 2018 New York Pro.
Moore appeared on stage three times last year without securing a victory. After his recent stretch, Moore has decided to take some time off and this will allow him to make the improvements that he needs.
It will be interesting to see how Patrick Moore looks next time he appears on stage. The class of Men’s Open has been Big Ramy and Brandon Curry over the years. That is the level that competitors are trying to reach and it is not an easy task. Moore will have time to improve and make a statement next time he steps on stage.
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