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5 Ways to Break the Plateau and Achieve New Gains
Break the Plateau and Achieve New Gains
Bodybuilding is always going to be challenging whether you’re a beginner or have spent years in the gym. Most advanced lifters at some point in their bodybuilding careers hit a plateau which can be frustrating.
A plateau is when you have been working out and following a diet plan but don’t see improvement in your physique. If you don’t know how to break the plateau, you might be stuck in the limbo forever.
Use Advanced Training Technique
Our bodies are really smart and can adapt to our workouts quickly. If you have been following the same bodybuilding program, you should add advanced training techniques like supersets, drop sets, intraset stretching, force sets, etc. in your workouts.
Your goal should be to keep your muscles guessing by shocking them with a new variation with every workout. As Arnold used to say, “Shock your muscles so they don’t know what hit them, this is the only way to grow.”
A Combination of Mind-Muscle Connection and Visualization
The art of visualization includes looking at yourself in the mirror and imagining how you want your muscle to look. You are the sculptor of your physique. If you don’t already have an aesthetic goal for yourself, this is the right time to set one.
Bodybuilding isn’t about lifting heavy weights or just going through the motions. You need to focus on your muscle while you’re training them. Contract and squeeze your muscles with every rep, so they’re filled with blood and lactic acid giving you a muscle-tearing pump.
Mix Up Your Workouts
If you perform compound exercises like the squats, bench press, deadlifts at the beginning of your workouts, and isolation exercises at the end, you should try switching the order and start your workouts with isolation exercises.
If you train one muscle a day, you can try working out two muscle groups in a day. Doing so will give you two days to train every muscle group in a week. On a two muscle workout day, train the weaker muscle group before the stronger one.
Switch the Volume and Intensity
Most people follow the vanilla training programs where they perform 3 sets for 12 reps of every exercise. If you don’t spice up your workouts, your body will hit a plateau. Try changing the number of sets and reps you perform in every workout.
You can also switch between high volume – high intensity or low volume – high-intensity workouts. The high volume workouts have a higher number of sets and intensity refers to the number of reps and time for rest between sets.
Recovery Plays a Big Role
Breaking the plateau isn’t limited to working out. Your diet and recovery play a major role. If you don’t give your body enough time to recuperate, you won’t see the results no matter how hard you workout.
Design a diet plan according to your goals and follow it religiously. 6-8 hours of sleep every night is essential if you want to see positive changes in your body. Always remember, you break your muscles inside the gym, and your muscles grow while you’re asleep.
Are you satisfied with your gains? Let us know in the comments below. Also, be sure to follow Generation Iron on Facebook and Twitter.
Aaron Singerman and PJ Braun Agree To Plea Deal & Could Face Up To 13 Years In Prison
The information comes from a press release published by the United States Department of Justice. Further reports have indicated that Aaron Singerman and PJ Braun have pleaded guilty as part of a plea agreement with prosecutors. Singerman and Braun pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute substances and to selling unapproved new drugs. Blackstone Labs LLC has also pleaded guilty to these same charge as well as one count of conspiracy to defraud the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and to committing mail and wire fraud.
In more direct terms, this report is indicating that in pleading guilty, Aaron Singerman and PJ Braun have admitted to misleading customers through Blackstone Labs by marketing and selling controlled substances that were not approved by the FDA as dietary supplements. Blackstone Labs has also made these admissions while also pleading guilty to additional charges as mentioned above.
Not only were the substances marketed and sold as dietary supplements. According to the DOJ report, the substances were falsely represented as made in “FDA approved” facilities when that was not the case. FDA approved facilities are regulated to standards set by the FDA. Controlled substances, of course, would not be produced from such facilities.
The news of this plea deal comes long after first reports were revealed about the federal charges made against Aaron Singerman and PJ Braun. Reported in March of 2019, this case seemed to fade from public view until now with this reported plea deal. Singerman’s current supplement company, RedCon1, is one of the biggest supplement brands in the bodybuilding industry today. Most notably, Aaron Singerman pulled out RedCon1 from sponsoring the Arnold Classic 2021 earlier this year due to Arnold Schwarzenegger’s comments about American citizens’ freedom.
The original federal indictments were based on a raid of Blackstone Labs LLC after a warrant was issued in 2017. Authorities searched the premises of Blackstone Labs and the companies manufacturing partner Ventech Labs. Based on evidence found during the raid, the DOJ announced a 14 count grand jury indictment against Singerman, Braun, and Blackstone Labs LLC.
Aaron Singerman and PJ Braun’s past statements on the Blackstone Labs LLC raid
Generation Iron has interview PJ Braun multiple times and produced a digital series into the life of the bodybuilding business entrepreneur. In one episode of the series, Braun detailed the experience of being raided by the federal government in 2017. You can watch that episode below:
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Aaron Singerman has also spoken with Generation Iron in previous GI Exclusive interviews. In one segment, he details his past relationship with PJ Braun and explains their falling out after the Blackstone Labs LLC raid in 2017. You can also watch that video below right here:
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Aaron Singerman and PJ Braun sentencing and forfeiture
As part of the plea deal, all three defendants have agreed to forfeit proceed for the above mentioned crimes. Aaron Singerman has agreed to forfeit $2.9 million. PJ Braun has agreed to forfeit $3 million as well as an additional $233,000 of certified funds under a warrant from a bank account under Blackstone Labs. Blackstone Labs LLC has agreed to forfeit $1 million. In addition to this, both Aaron Singerman and PJ Braun could face up a maximum sentence of 13 years in prison.
Aaron Singerman’s current supplement company, RedCon1 has attempted to distance itself from the allegations and the newly announced plea agreement. The company claimed in an email statement:
“Redcon1 was founded after the conduct central to the Blackstone case concluded, and we had no involvement in the matters raised in that case.”
Aaron Singerman and PJ Braun re scheduled to be sentenced on Jan. 27, 2022, in Ft. Lauderdale before U.S. District Judge William P. Dimitrouleas of the Southern District of Florida. Judge Dimitrouleas will determine the sentence after considering the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and other statutory factors.
This story is still developing and will be updated as more information becomes available. We will also follow up on the results of the sentencing after the January 27, 2022 scheduled court date.
Interview: The Reason Chef Rush Does 2,222 Push Ups A Day
Chef Rush does 2,222 push ups every day for Veteran suicide awareness.
Chef Andre Rush made headlines last year for being the most jacked White House chef ever seen. That might seem like an easy feat (there aren’t that many White House chefs in the world). But when you look at the man, you’ll quickly realize he might just be the most massive chef in the world. In our latest GI Exclusive interview, Chef Rush explains why he does 2,222 push ups a day not for building muscle but for suicide awareness.
Chef Rush does 2,222 push ups every single day (except Saturday and Sunday). This takes him over an hour to complete each time. That sounds maddening, brutal and, for many, seemingly impossible. But Chef Rush isn’t doing this as a realistic way to build muscle. Actually he recommends against it. The real reason he dedicates himself to so many push ups a day is for suicide awareness.
Specifically, the number of push ups have a significance. They represent, according to statistics, 22 veteran suicides a day. Chef Rush has been in the military himself and served over seas. He also suffered from post traumatic stress and depression – something he admits he would have never been able to say on camera only three years ago. He had been in mental health facilities and struggled with trying to find a way to gain inner peace. He understands what many veterans (and even the broader scope of people who suffer mental health issues) goes through.
That’s why Chef Rush does 2,222 push ups a day and talks about it as much as he can. He wants to help change the way the world looks at mental health; the way the government supports veterans and suicide prevention; and hopefully show others who are suffering that they are not alone.
The 2,222 push ups are not Chef Rush’s workout. They don’t give him the massive size you see on his physique. But it’s a different kind of sacrifice he’s willing to make every day. Something for himself and for all others that are desperately seeking relief from their mental health issues in a world that often ignores them.
Check out the full GI Exclusive interview clip of Chef Rush above and make sure to stick around the Generation Iron Fitness Network for more bodybuilding exclusives and news updates!
The Quick and Dirty Guide to Clean Cutting and Bulking
The Quick and Dirty Guide to Clean Cutting and Bulking
The biggest mistake made in bulking is trying to put on weight, period. It’s easy to work hard, overeat (or eat the wrong kind of food), and get bigger. The problem is, you’ve built as much fat as you’ve built muscle, and now the cut you’re facing is going to be long and brutal.
Or, conversely, you’re in a great place at the peak of your bulk and you’re looking forward to getting through your cut and seeing what’s under there. This time, though, you cut too fast or you don’t feed your muscles, and you lose muscle mass with the fat. Suddenly your maxes have dropped and you’ve lost muscle along with your insulation.
There’s a lot that goes into getting it right, and honestly, it’s different for everyone. Without going into mind-numbing detail, here’s the rub. This is your quick and dirty guide to lean and clean cutting and bulking.
If you’re looking for the best products to help with supplementing your cutting, make sure to check out our in depth guide of our picks for the top rated fat burners right here.
Basic Premise
Clean cutting and clean bulking require more time and discipline than other methods. While cutting is always a carefully planned maneuver, bulking is a little more ambiguous. If you want to put on muscle without gaining a disproportionate amount of fat (some is inevitable), you’ll need to carefully plan meals and stick to stricter guidelines than if you were to dirty bulk.
Your progress will be slower, but ultimately, you’re looking at a more sustainable diet choice that has a lower probability of permanently damaging your metabolism — and that goes for both cutting and bulking.
Application
There are a couple nutrition truths no matter what your goals are. One, IIFYM works fine for simple goals, but chances are if you’re here, you’re beyond what IIFYM can do for you. Thus, you know that not all calories are created equal. Don’t put crap in your body. You’ll feel worse, you won’t train as well, and you’ll use up your allowances faster.
Nutrition isn’t the only component to training, either. Mental state is incredibly important, as is your performance in the gym. If you’re not mentally ready to cut or bulk, you’re going to have a bad time. Additionally, stress levels can sabotage even the most dedicated training regiment, as can not getting enough sleep.
Bulking
If you’re already above 15 percent body fat, don’t plan on bulking. You won’t see the lean bulk results you’re looking for, and it’s going to be a lot harder to shed the pounds later. Cut until you’re at 14 percent body fat or lower, and then plan your bulk. While you’re bulking, only increase your calorie count by 250-300 per day. This is enough to gain a couple of pounds each month without giving your body so much fuel that it stores the extra as fat.
The number one rule of a clean bulk is that food quality (and quantity) still counts. You’re not just putting on weight willy-nilly and hoping enough of it’s muscle. Cheat meals aside, you still want to avoid refined sugars, simple carbs, and over-processed foods. Simple, whole foods almost always pack a bigger nutrient-punch and keep you full longer.
First and foremost, get your protein. You cannot starve muscle of its building blocks and still expect it to build. Make sure you’re getting at least a gram of protein per pound of body weight. Next comes fat. Depending on what works well for your digestion system, look for 15-20 percent of your intake to come from fats (this should work out to about .3 grams per pound). The rest is carbs. Choose wisely — sweet potatoes, brown rice, beans, and quinoa are all satiating sources of carbs that don’t come with extra ingredients.
To have the most successful bulk, stop thinking of it as bulking. Seriously. You’re not bulking. You’re just fueling your body. Ignore that you have a calorie surplus. Aim to meet your macros daily, and view everything that goes into your mouth as fuel. That donut? Fuel. That prime rib? Fuel. A truckload of broccoli? Fuel. All of it.You decide the quality of that fuel. Now, this doesn’t mean cheat meals are out. You still need them to be psychologically happy, and they’re easier to manage on a bulk than a cut. BUT, a bulk is not several months of cheat meals. Get rid of that nonsense.
Cutting
When you’re getting ready to cut, you’ll obviously need to figure out your calorie deficit. Generally speaking, a pound of fat is equal to 3500 calories, and you shouldn’t aim to lose more than one and a half pounds per week. So, depending on your goals, you want to be in a caloric deficit of 500-750 calories per day. Make sure this is subtracted from your maintenance requirement and not your bulking requirement.
Make sure you give yourself enough time for your cut. If you’re trying to lose too quickly, you increase your risk of losing muscle mass and you enter into dangerously low calorie levels, which could permanently affect your metabolism. Also take into account any upcoming holidays, travel, work events, or family affairs that may interrupt your cut. You’ll want to add one or two weeks to your projected cut time to allow for hiccups and setbacks.
With the calories you get to consume, you want to ensure that you’re still getting enough fuel to power your workouts. This means that you can’t get rid of carbs altogether — your brain and your muscles still need those glucose stores. When you’re adjusting your macros, keep your protein where it is while you’re bulking. You don’t want to deprive your muscles and you’ll feel full longer. Put your fat at 20-25 percent, as long as you’re using natural, healthy sources. Finally, fill in the gap with carbs.
Regarding everything else, understand that cheat meals happen and they aren’t the end of the world. Sometimes your body (or your mental health) needs it. Keep fiber intake high to maintain good digestive health, and adding some fermented foods (if they’re not already part of your diet) with health with gastrointestinal health. Finally, stop drinking your calories, aside from your supplements. The only liquids that should be going in your body are water, coffee, and tea.
Fine Tuning
This is the disclaimer section, and the disclaimer goes like this: Each body is different. Not everything works for everyone. There is no perfect answer. Consistency is your best friend.
That being said, how do you deal with it? That, at least, is a simple (if not painstaking) answer. You deal with it by treating your body like a science experiment. Think back to the lab reports you wrote in school — you’re going to do that with your nutrition.
No, no one’s going to make you write a paper, but you do need to perform experiments, record data, and draw conclusions. In order for your experiments to be accurate, you need to be diligent, exact, and patient.
It’s frustrating to be following a plan and being uncertain if it’s working or not, but that’s what needs to happen. You are a science experiment, and you need to control the variables. Fitness trackers are a great way to keep track of estimated expenditure, as well as providing reminders for healthy habit check ins.
For the initial try, pick a plan and follow it to the letter. Be obnoxiously consistent. Take your measurements at the same time every day. Eat within 5 percent of your macros. Pay attention to your energy in the gym. Learn how your body likes to schedule things, and work with your body, not against it. Above all else, write it all down.
After 3 to 4 weeks, sit down with your notebook, and evaluate the data. Are you seeing the weight fluctuate the way you want it to, at the right pace? Do you still have enough energy to crush your workouts?
If you’re not on track to meet your goal, make a logical adjustment. You may need more carbs before your workout, or more protein after. You might need to change the timing of your pre-workout. Whatever you decide to do, implement the change for a few weeks and continue your observations. Tune into what works best for you.
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Former Mr. Olympia Shawn Rhoden Reportedly Dead At 46 Years Old
Pro bodybuilder and former Mr. Olympia champion Shawn Rhoden has died.
More sad news has hit the bodybuilding world in already tragic year – pro bodybuilder and former Mr. Olympia champion Shawn Rhoden has reportedly died of a heart attack. He was 46 years old. The pro bodybuilder was a modern legend in the sport who also faced serious controversy in the years after winning the Mr. Olympia in 2018.
Very little information has been revealed at the time of this writing. But sources close to Generation Iron have reported that Shawn Rhoden suffered a fatal heart attack. Posts on social media from fellow athletes, experts, and fans have begun to pour out Saturday morning for the late pro bodybuilder.
An aspiring soccer player in his early teens, Shawn Rhoden discovered bodybuilding in 1992. One of his earliest inspirations was the former Mr. Universe champion Yohnnie Shambourger. Rhoden entered into his amateur bodybuilding career – only to face several injuries that pulled him out of competing. Shortly after, his father passed away.
The combination of these two events led to Shawn Rhoden developing an addiction to alcohol – completely derailing any chance of returning to a career of competitive bodybuilding. However, after putting much work into slow recovery, he returned to the sport and eventually earned his IFBB Pro card in 2010.
Shawn Rhoden placed 11th at his Mr. Olympia debut in 2011. Just one year later he rose up to third place. From that moment on, Rhoden remained in the top five at the Mr. Olympia competition year after year. He was seen as a serious threat to the title and was well known and respected for his smaller more aesthetic physique compared to the “mass monster” body types of his fellow competitors.
In 2018, Shawn Rhoden defeated Phil Heath in the Mr. Olympia. He was 43 years old – making him the oldest bodybuilder to ever win the title. His win was also notable for being the first person to dethrone Heath, who had won seven straight titles in a row and was looking to tie the world record of eight championship victories.
Leading up to his Mr. Olympia victory, a documentary was filmed chronicling his training and prep leading up to the competition titled Flexatron: Becoming Shawn Rhoden. The documentary also dove deep into his past exploring his upbringing, his series of injuries, the tragic passing of his father, and his alcohol dependence. Generation Iron distributed the film in 2019, releasing less than one year after his Mr. Olympia victory.
In July 2019, Shawn Rhoden was accused of sexually assaulting a fellow female bodybuilder at a hotel in Salt Lake City, Utah. The accusations claimed the events took place in October 2018 – very shortly after his Mr. Olympia win. He was formally charged in July of 2019. Shortly after the official charge, American Media Inc (AMI) issued a statement officially banning Rhoden from competing at the Mr. Olympia competition. This decision was to be reconsidered upon the conclusion of legal proceedings. Up until his passing, the accusations against Shawn Rhoden were never proven nor cleared.
Despite controversy, Shawn Rhoden was seen as a legend in the sport by many fans and athletes in the community. His excellent conditioning and near-Classic Physique made him a unique standout representing an older era of the sport. He is one of only 17 competitors to ever win a Mr. Olympia title.
The bodybuilding community has already begun an outpour of condolences via social media:
This is still a developing story. Generation Iron will continue to update as more information becomes available. The entire Generation Iron staff sends condolences to friends and family of Shawn Rhoden during this tragic time.
Generation Iron Network To Produce Biopic On Legendary Pro Bodybuilder Robby Robinson
The documentary film will chronicle the iconic life story of Robby Robinson, his illustrious pro bodybuilding career, and his game changing 6-Step Blueprint to the best physique of your life.
Generation Iron Network in association with The Vladar Company have announced that they are set to produce a feature film documentary exploring the life story of pro bodybuilding legend Robby Robinson. An iconic athlete from the “Golden Era” of bodybuilding, Robinson is the first ever black man featured on the cover of a bodybuilding magazine. He is also well known for using his platform to advocate for equal rights in the sport.
Born and raised in Florida, Robby Robinson was one of 14 children – son to an illiterate mother and bootlegger father. He grew up facing extreme poverty and racism throughout his entire childhood. Overcoming the odds, Robinson discovered bodybuilding and competed in over 300 amateur competitions before entering the IFBB Pro league. He would go on to become a star competitor and eventually make history as the first ever Mr. Olympia Masters champion.
During the prime of his career, he was openly outspoken in bodybuilding over racism and unfairness in the sport – and even put his career on the line to promote change. His comments proved controversial at the time eventually landing him a double-lifetime ban from the IFBB Pro league forcing him into retirement. Despite no longer being able to compete, he remained in shockingly impressive shape well into his 60s and 70s – often being touted as finding the fountain of youth.
“It’s a rare opportunity to work on a film about one of the most interesting, unique and underrated figures in bodybuilding,” says director Vlad Yudin. “Robby Robinson’s film will not focus solely on his bodybuilding career. It will dive way beyond the sport and explore Robby’s struggle, purpose and legacy.”
The Robby Robinson biopic will chronicle his entire life story from struggling in childhood and through his illustrious yet controversial career. It will explore the nuance behind his claims of racism in the sport – including statements made against beloved bodybuilding figure and mogul Joe Weider and the subsequent backlash. A complicated yet inspiring figure in the sport, the film will unearth the man behind the myth and muscle.
The documentary will also follow Robby Robinson’s current life including the friendship he formed with Tim Taylor. A man who hired Robinson for a four day training session that led to Taylor befriending the notoriously private Robinson very late in his life. Robinson had never let anyone inside his private life until meeting Taylor.
Through their bond and trust – Robby Robinson transformed Tim Taylor’s life and physique at 56 years old using a 6-Step Blueprint. This transformative fitness program was not documented until Robinson and Taylor trained together for those 16 weeks. Taylor documented their training conversations into a journal every day and created the 6-Step Blueprint in order to replicate them long term. 50 years of Robinson’s wisdom and knowledge organized into a training system like never before.
Taylor now believes bringing this 6-Step Blueprint to the public eye will solidify the legacy of Robinson – the final crowning achievement that he can leave behind long after he is gone. Acting as a sort of window into the true Robby Robinson – audiences will witness a never before seen side of the legend.
The Robby Robinson biopic will be directed by Vlad Yudin (Generation Iron, Ronnie Coleman: The King, Dorian Yates: The Original Mass Monster) and produced by Edwin Mejia Jr. (Canyon Del Muerto, Generation Iron, The Hurt Business, Ronnie Coleman: The King) and Tim Taylor.
The Robby Robinson biopic is set to be released in 2022 on limited screens.
Photo courtesy of Jason Ellis Photography.
Generation Iron Network
Generation Iron is the first digital media company delivering health, fitness, bodybuilding and strength sports content worldwide. Since launch, Generation has been the leading publisher of original programming, films, and premium entertainment content with the biggest names in Strength Sports worldwide. Generation Iron today is dedicated to making the highest quality digital series aimed at educating and entertaining fans and athletes. Today, Generation Iron has a catalogue of over 30 titles and in depth docu-series which have built the backbone of its original programming.
The Vladar Company
The Vladar Company is a media and entertainment company, which focuses on developing, financing, and packaging a library of intellectual properties. Recent films include Jeremy Scott: The People’s Designer, The Hurt Business, Medeas, and Generation Iron. The company has become a leading producer of many niche genres and multiple mediums in US and international markets, while also expanding into acquiring and distributing high quality content.
Vladar continues to develop, finance, and release projects in different formats as well as create and build media brands. Vladar also focuses on creating and developing new distribution models, and contributes to the success of independent film and TV production.
*Header image courtesy of Jason Ellis Photography
Big Ramy Is The Mr. Olympia 2021 Champion In Repeat Victory
Big Ramy wins the Mr. Olympia 2021.
For a moment there, it seemed like Big Ramy might not retain his Mr. Olympia title. During the Mr. Olympia 2021 prejudging Friday night, Ramy looked off with his conditioning. Fans worst fears were realized – his inconsistent condition was rearing its ugly head again. But just like so many amazing Olympia stories – Ramy sharpened up by Saturday night and reminded us why he’s champion in the first place. It’s no longer a fluke – Big Ramy is the Mr. Olympia 2021 champion.
Mamdouh Elssbiay, more commonly called Big Ramy, had been a fan favorite to win the Mr. Olympia for years now. True to his name, he brings a level of size that is hardly seen by even the top pro bodybuilders currently competing. Due to his massive size, some fans even hoped he would be the second coming of Ronnie Coleman.
Big Ramy represented the pinnacle of a growing bodybuilding Mecca coming out of Kuwait. Though originally from Egypt, Ramy moved to Kuwait to train in Oxygen Gym – a location known for transforming pros into massive titans. Over the years, many pro bodybuilders moved temporarily to Kuwait for a reboot to their training. This included Mr. Olympia 2019 champion Brandon Curry.
But the initial hype behind Big Ramy did not come to fruition immediately. With ever year, Ramy showed bigger and bigger muscle during his prep leading up to the competition. But with each year he would fall short. Most notably, his conditioning was often criticized as the reason he could not bring in an Olympia victory. As of today, that all changed.
Big Ramy’s first Mr. Olympia competition was in 2013. He placed eight just a few notches below the top 6 highlights. But even with the lower placing, he immediately turned heads. His mammoth size was hardly seen in current crop of competitors. It wasn’t long before the hype train build up steam. Fans were clamoring – with time, will he become a powerhouse reigning champion?
Over the following years, Ramy improved in placing with each Olympia competition. This came to a head at the Mr. Olympia 2017 where Big Ramy placed 2nd.
It was at this competition that his promise seemed to turn into a reality. For what seemed like the first time in forever, Phil Heath actually appeared threatened. With his massive size, Big Ramy looked like a real possibility to win standing next to Phil Heath.
The competition was so close that many fans believed that Big Ramy was the rightful winner. Similar to the 2007 Mr. Olympia with Victor Martinez, the competition became controversial for potentially making the wrong call.
With Big Ramy so close to victory in 2017 and Phil Heath appearing to slightly fade – fans were excited more than ever before the Mr. Olympia 2018. Anticipation was in overdrive as fans expected to see an even more improved Big Ramy. With his conditioning issue seemingly under control – victory was just around the corner.
This would not end up being the case. In 2018, Big Ramy dropped down to a disappointing 6th place at the Mr. Olympia. His conditioning was off and he appeared to fade as the competition went on. Fans were so disappointed that Big Ramy himself issued an apology immediately after the event.
Shortly after, Big Ramy quit Oxygen Gym and changed his entire training regimen. Under a new trainer, Neil Yoda Hill, he aimed to take a new approach towards prepping for the Mr. Olympia.
Unfortunately, more bad news was on the horizon as Big Ramy announced in 2019 that he would not compete in the Mr. Olympia. Original reports of injury seemed to be the reason behind his absence – though he initially denied these reports. After a lackluster appearance in 2018, fans were disappointed to see him miss a full year.
Of course, this story ultimately has a happy ending. It seems his year break helped further improve Big Ramy’s physique. Still sporting incredible size and a renewed conditioning – Ramy towered over the competitors at the Mr. Olympia 2020 and finally won the title.
Fast forward to 2021, the question now wasn’t whether Big Ramy will be a champion – but if he can remain a reigning champion. There has been a streak of one off Olympia champions as of late – it started with Shawn Rhoden followed by Brandon Curry. Would Ramy suffer the same fate? We now know the answer is a resounding no. But it wasn’t a straight shot to get there.
When Big Ramy appeared at the Olympia 2020 – it almost seemed obvious that he would be champion. He was so on point and stood out among all other competitors. This year, however, his conditioning seemed off compared to last year. In a top two face off during the prejudging – Brandon Curry was so on point it seemed he could exploit Ramy’s weakness and take the big win.
But a lot can change between the prejudging and the finals. Unlike many competitions throughout the year – Men’s Open have a full day between the two phases. Big Ramy was able to improve his conditioning. Combine that with his massive size and there was no way Brandon Curry could match up. It was a close battle overall. It was electric, exciting, and ultimately a well won victory.
For the full Mr. Olympia 2021 results – you can check out our coverage right here.
Mr. Olympia 2021 Prejudging: The Revenge Of Brandon Curry Threatens Big Ramy
Brandon Curry looks on point against Big Ramy’s slightly off conditioning during the Mr. Olympia 2021 prejudging.
Friday night of the Olympia 2021 ends with a climactic cliffhanger. After a series of exciting finals – the very last event of the night was the Mr. Olympia prejudging. The best Men’s Open bodybuilders battled it out on stage for the most prestigious award in the sport. Ultimately, the prejudging came down to an ultimate face off. The returning champion Big Ramy vs the former champion Brandon Curry. It was an incredibly close match. Based on what we saw tonight – Brandon Curry very well might reclaim his Mr. Olympia title.
Of course, much can change between tonight and the finals. The competitors have a full 24 hours to make adjustments, tighten up, and prove themselves one last time on Saturday night. The battle was so close between Big Ramy and Brandon Curry – that even the slightest change could effect the outcome.
Much like the Men’s 212 prejudging – this year’s Mr. Olympia had an incredible talented and stacked lineup. It just might be one of the most tense competitions for the Men’s Open in years. Beyond the top two contenders – many up-and-coming younger competitors had a real moment to shine. And also showed off just how threatening they can become in future years. The top 5 looks to be very different than the typical names we’ve seen on the list in past years. That just shows how impressive this year’s lineup really was.
Let’s break down in our full Mr. Olympia prejudging and analysis report:
Mr. Olympia 2021 Pre-Judging Breakdown
After a round of random group comparisons, we kicked off the Mr. Olympia 2021 prejudging callouts in earnest with the judges initial featured choices for the top six. The expected Big Ramy, Hadi Choopan, Brandon Curry, and William Bonac were brought into the fold here. It was also exciting to see that relative newcomers Nick Walker and Hunter Labrada made their way into this lineup. Both had plenty of hype throughout the season – and their hard work seems to be paying off.
Big Ramy and Brandon Curry were squarely placed in the middle of this lineup. It was somewhat unfortunate to see William Bonac pressed off into the sidelines of the lineup. A competitor who once landed second at the Mr. Olympia and is a former Arnold Classic champion – his physique couldn’t keep him in step with the center highlighted competitors.
1st Callout Lineup
Nick Walker
Hadi Choopan
Hunter Labrada
William Bonac
Mamdouh Elssbiay
Brandon Curry
The Mr. Olympia 2021 second and third callouts went as expected – with follow up competitors battling it out for presumed rankings below sixth place. Many of these athletes also sported incredible physiques – but in the biggest competition of the year, athletes who would have otherwise landed wins found themselves facing off in lower callouts.
Roelly Winklaar found himself in the second callout. After a rough year of missing other big competitions – many fans hoped to see him in a new and improved form for a big placing. But it seems yet another missed opportunity for a fan favorite mass monster.
2nd Callout Lineup
Roelly Winklaar
Iain Valliere
Akim Williams
Mohamed Shaaban
Justin Rodriguez
James Hollingshead
3rd Callout Lineup
Andrea Presti
Patrick Moore
Regan Grimes
Hassan Mostafa
The Mr. Olympia 2021 fourth callout was an interesting one. It brought back some top competitors into the fold for what looked like a battle for sixth place. Bodybuilders Roelly Winklaar, Akim Williams, Mohamed Shaaban, and James Hollingshead all duked it out to claw up in the standings.
These competitors will be athletes to keep our eyes on during the finals tomorrow. With a full 24 hours to prepare in between the two nights – these four could shift into the top five if they place their cards right.
4th Callout Lineup
Akim Williams
Roelly Winklaar
Mohamed Shaaban
James Hollingshead
It was clear that we were working our way back up to the front of the pack. The fifth callouts seemed to focus on all but the top two competitors of the night. This is a very dangerous pack of athletes. As we’ve said before, with so much time between the two nights – this is where a lot of the placings can get shifted around by the awards ceremony tomorrow. Who of these competitors will earn the third spot? And can any of them inch past the current top two?
Fifth Callout
Nick Walker
William Bonac
Iain Valliere
Hadi Choopan
Hunter Labrada
Ultimately the entire Mr. Olympia 2021 prejudging was building up to this next moment. In a two way duel – Big Ramy and Brandon Curry battled it out in a final top two callout. Big Ramy has been inconsistent with his conditioning throughout his career – and unfortunately he seemed to bring a quality of sharpness that was slightly off compared to last year. Still an extremely impressive and dangerous physique – this kind of slight slip could be all it takes to lose rank as returning champion.
It doesn’t help that Brandon Curry has remained consistent as ever. Curry has always slowly improve year after year – and 2021 is no different. Brandon cannot match up to Big Ramy’s size – but his conditioning and structure were fantastic. This is the kind of steady improvement that can take advantage of even the slightest drops in quality seen on Ramy.
Ultimately, it was a blow for blow final callout. Every other pose seemed to favor one competitor over the other back and forth. This battle is incredibly close. Add the additional 24 hours to get things into tighter shape – and this is anyones ballgame. At the moment, we would place a slight lead onto Brandon Curry. Could this be a comeback for our former champion? Only time will tell.
Until then, stick around the Generation Iron Fitness Network for our continued updates and coverage of the Olympia 2021.
Olympia 2021 Men’s 212 Prejudging: Derek Lunsford’s Transformation Just Might Win The Show
Derek Lunsford made a huge impression with his improvements. Is it enough to win Men’s 212 Olympia?
The Friday prejudging has come to a close and once again the Men’s 212 division has proven itself to be one of the closest battles of the entire weekend. The quality of the top athletes in this division is so impressive – that the difference between our top competitors are razor thin. While it might seem like there is a lead coming out of the prejudging. The battle is so close – anything can change between now and the finals later tonight. Most notable, Derek Lunsford showcased massive improvements that might just place him ahead at the Men’s 212 Olympia. Let’s break it down.
Right off the bat, we seem to have clear frontrunners in the form of Derek Lunsford, Kamal Elgargni, and returning champion Shaun Clarida. These three stood tall in the final callout – and were put through some sweat-inducing paces by the judges. Each one of these three competitors stood in the middle of the comparisons before the prejudging concluded.
What can’t be understated is just how close these three bodybuilders are in physique quality. Each of these three competitors hold a different kind of genetic structure – yet somehow all three of them are so on point that it’s still a hard call to make who stood above the rest.
Let’s break it down in our full Olympia 2021 pre-judging and analysis report:
Olympia 2021 Men’s 212 Pre-Judging Breakdown
The first callout featured our three lead bodybuilders as mentioned above – plus Ahmad Ashkanani trailing in at the edges of the callout lineup. It was immediately clear that the likes of Clarida, Lunsford, and Elgargni impressed in their individual routines. But this was our first time seeing them side by side.
It was clear at this point that these four were likely our top choices. But the second callout solidified our top three. Ashkanani was left behind to remain in the second callout – comparing him to the second round of probably lower placing competitors. It all became clear at this moment that the judges had their top three Men’s 212 Olympia 2021 competitors locked in.
1st Callout Lineup
Ahmad Ashkanani
Kamal Elgargni
Derek Lunsford
Shaun Clarida
2nd Callout Lineup
Ahmad Ashkanani
Kerrith Bajjo
Naser Mohammed
Angel Calderon Frias
John Jewett
Nathan Epler
This then brought us into our further back callouts. The third through fifth callouts showcased our trailing athletes. The most notable upset here was Keone Pearson. He had come into the Olympia 2021 with a lot of hype behind him. Many fans hoped he would perhaps rise up to win the show. At the very least, he was a top 5 contender going into the weekend.
Keone ultimately found himself in the fourth callout. Far behind the top five placing that many expected. His weak point here was his conditioning. Perhaps something went off with his timing leading into the weekend – but the sharpness needed to stand against the top guys wasn’t there.
Despite placing in the fourth callout – there is time for change leading into the final night. Keone Pearson could perhaps bring in some final changes to bump himself into a higher placing. But as it stands now – there’s no chance he can break up the final top three.
3rd Callout Lineup
Noel Adame
Tonio Burton
Lucas Coelho
Pasquale D’Angelo
4th Callout Lineup
Steve Benthin
Piotr Borecki
Ahmed El Wardany
Junho Kim
Keone Pearson
Vladimir Iacovlev
5th Callout Lineup
Ahmed Ashkanani
Nathan Epler
Angel Calderon Frias
Naser Mohammed
Speaking of the final callout for the Olympia 2021 Men’s 212, we returned to our expected top three competitors in the form of Shaun Clarida, Derek Lunsford, and Kamal Elgargni. The competitors were brought out in numerical order first. This placed Lunsford right in the center. The athletes were put through a round of poses before Lunsford was moved out of the center spot.
Clarida was then moved into the center for another round of poses. But this wasn’t the end for the final comparison round. The judges then switched in Kamal Elgargni into the center for one final batch of poses.
Elgargni ending in the center might be a peek into where the judges are leaning. Perhaps Elgargni is an inch scored above the rest and the frontrunner of the show. That being said, we’ve seen the judges often have some fun in the final callout. It’s not unusual for the judges to purposefully place all three athletes into the center (as we saw here). This could be in part to entertain the fans while also giving each athlete a chance to be compared to each other.
Final Callout Lineup
Kamal Elgargni
Derek Lunsford
Shaun Clarida
That’s why we have a lot of hype and excitement behind Derek Lunsford. One could argue his center placing was just numerical – but his improvements are so vast compared to previous years that he nearly stole the show. This is the version of Lunsford that fans have been begging for over the past few years. The promise has been fulfilled – but will it be enough to win the entire Olympia 2021 Men’s 212?
Shaun Clarida looked on point matching his last year’s winning physique – he may have even made some slight improvements. Kamal Elgargni also looked sharper this year than in 2020. Lunsford’s only knock might be his muscle maturity. He’s a bit shorter in the tooth compared to Clarida and Elgargni – and it shows in some of Lunsford’s structure.
That being said, the judges often reward improvement above all else. Derek Lunsford brought that in spades. His improved physique was so impressive it nearly lead to a double take – at least for this writer.
Ultimately, we might give the squeaker lead to Derek Lunsford at this time. But with each of these three competitors so close in quality – anything can change by the finals. There is no guarantee. Right now, we can’t rightfully say there is a shoe in winner. That makes for an exciting show later tonight. We can’t wait to see what the rest of the Olympia 2021 Men’s 212 holds.
Until then, stick around the Generation Iron Fitness Network for our continued updates and coverage of the Olympia 2021.
How to Watch the 2021 Olympia Event (Pre-Judging LIVE)
A complete guide on how to watch the 2021 Olympia. All events including Men’s Open and expo.
The biggest event in the sport of bodybuilding has finally arrived. The Mr. Olympia 2021 weekend is upon us with 11 divisions competing, a full expo, and plenty of special moments in store.
Sticking with the recent changes last year due to the pandemic, the event is once again being held at the Orange Country Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. With some of the best bodybuilders and athletes in the world attending, including the returning champion Big Ramy, this is sure to be a show to watch.
Much like last year, the Olympia 2021 will be providing a PPV live stream for the entire weekend – including the pro bodybuilding pre-judging and finals, amateur Olympia, and fun extras such as the press conference and seminars.
So how exactly can you watch the Olympia? Well the promoters are offering a pay-per-view stream on olympiaproductions.com. By signing up on the official site you’ll be able to stream the show through a number of different mediums like your iPhone, Apple TV, Roku, Android, Android TV, and FireTV.
Two packages are being offered for the show: the premium package and the amateur package. If you purchase the event before Dec. 9 then the premium package will be $59.95 and for the amateur $29.95.
Olympia 2021 Premium Package events that can be viewed:
Olympia Press Conference, Oct. 7, 2021, 12 p.m. EST
Meet the Olympians, Oct. 7, 2021, 8 p.m. EST
Friday Pre-Judging, Oct. 8, 2021, 9 a.m. EST
Olympia Friday Finals, Oct. 8, 2021, 7 p.m. EST
Saturday Pre-Judging, Oct. 9, 2021, 9 a.m. EST
Olympia Saturday Finals, Oct. 9, 2021, 7 p.m. EST
Olympia Superstar Seminar, Oct. 10, 2021, 11 a.m. EST
Olympia 2021 Amateur Package events that can be viewed:
Pre-Judging and Finals (Women’s Physique, Figure, Bikini, and Wellness), Oct. 5, 2021, 8 a.m. EST
Pre-Judging and Finals (Bodybuilding, Classic Physique, and Men’s Physique), Oct. 6, 2021, 8 a.m. EST
Fan Channel that can be viewed:
The Olympia is also offering a free channel with limited offerings worldwide. The Olympia will be streaming footage directly from the Expo floor, where many fans, fitness and lifestyle brands will attend. This will also include meet and greet with IFBB Pro Bodybuilders and more.
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Olympia 2021 Breakdown
Men’s Open Preview
The highlight event of the weekend is the Mr. Olympia Men’s Open competition. Featuring the best competitors from across the world – these titans will battle for the ultimate prize. This year’s lineup proves to be a truly competitive one. A clash a solidifying new generation and iconic veterans.
Returning champion Big Ramy is the one to beat this year. If he can bring in the same size and conditioning – or even improve – he will be near unstoppable from a repeat victory. But he’ll have plenty of talented bodybuilders biting at his heels such as William Bonac, Hadi Choopan, and Brandon Curry. Any one of these giants can slip past Ramy and win the prize – should they bring improvements from last year.
Relative newcomers Nick Walker, Hunter Labrada, and Iain Valliere are also showcasing some incredible physiques. Walker, who is coming right off a major victory at the Arnold Classic 2021, has been hyped to be the dark horse for the Olympia. Will he be able to win the competition – or at the very least place top 3?
2021 Olympia Men’s Open List of Competitors
William Bonac (Netherlands)
Hadi Choopan (Iran)
Brandon Curry (USA)
Mamdouh Elssbiay (Egypt)
Regan Grimes (Canada)
James Hollingshead (UK)
Hunter Labrada (USA)
Patrick Moore (USA)
Hassan Mostafa (Egypt)
Andrea Presti (Italy)
Justin Rodriguez (USA)
Mohamed Shaaban (Egypt)
Iain Valliere (Canada)
Nicholas Walker (USA)
Akim Williams (USA)
Roelly Winklaar (Curacao)
Classic Physique Preview
The biggest clash to look out for in the Classic Physique division is a three-way battle between Breon Ansley, Terrence Ruffin, and returning champion Chris Bumstead. Coming back for his potential third straight win – Bumstead is the one to beat. Ruffin surprised the bodybuilding world by not only placing well but beating out former Classic Physique Olympia champion Breon Ansley.
On his end, Ansley has a lot to prove. Not only did he lose his crown in 2019 – he slid further into third place in 2020. During Thursday’s Olympia press conference – Ansley beamed confidence. So much so that he threw off his shirt and did some quick poses. Bumstead was not impressed.
Of course, there are plenty of other deserving Classic Physique competitors hungry to prove themselves and shake up the top spots. We can’t cover them all here – but you can check out the full lineup below.
2021 Olympia Classic Physique List of Competitors
Zeek Andrews (USA)
Breon Ansley (USA)
Jose Maria Mete Bueriberi (Spain)
Chris Bumstead (Canada)
Alex Cambronero (Costa Rica)
Tommy Clark (USA)
German Pastor Cueto (Spain)
Neil Currey (UK)
Sabur Favors (USA)
Bryan Jones (USA)
Urs Kalecinski (Germany)
George Kawalawu (USA)
Seonghwan Kim (South Korea)
Brady King (USA)
Laszlo Kiraly (Hungary)
Gabriel Zancanelli Machado (Brazil)
Fabian Mayr (Austria)
Peter Molnar (Hungary)
Courage Opara (USA)
Ramon Rocha Querioz (Brazil)
Terrence Ruffin (USA)
Abtin Shekarabi (IRAN)
Mike Sommerfeld (Germany)
Tony Taveras (USA)
Robert Timms (USA)
Darwin Andres Uribe (Colombia)
Wesley Vissers (Netherlands)
Divine Wilson (USA)
In Seong You (South Korea)
Dani Younan (USA)
Men’s 212 Preview
The Men’s 212 division is stacked at this year’s Olympia. Most notably, we have the returning champion Shaun Clarida hungry to prove himself a repeat victor. Clarida has long been pushing for his chance in the sun – and finally earned in 2020. Many considered his physique pitch perfect – a once in a lifetime showcase.
Shaun Clarida won’t have it easy though. He has former champion Kamal Elgargni returning for revenge. There is also some other incredible physiques in the form of Derek Lunsford and Keone Pearson. Any one of these athletes can tighten the screws to show up new and improved.
Of course, we’d be remise to not mention who won’t be on the Men’s 212 stage this evening. George Peterson was set to compete for a chance to prove his worth after moving up form Classic Physique. Unfortunately, Peterson tragically passed away just two days before the competition. His presence will be missed not only on stage but in the community and lives of those he’s touched.
2021 Olympia Men’s 212 List of Competitors
Noel Adame (USA)
Ahmad Ashkanani (Kuwait)
Kerrith Bajjo (USA)
Steve Benthin (Germany)
Piotr Borecki (Poland)
Tonio Burton (USA)
Shaun Clarida (USA)
Lucas Coelho (Brazil)
Pasquale D’Angelo (Italy)
Kamal Elgargni (Libya)
Ahmed ElWardany (Egypt)
Nathan Epler (USA)
Angel Calderon Frias (Spain)
Vladimir Iacovlev (Moldova)
John Jewett (USA)
Junho Kim (South Korea)
Derek Lunsford (USA)
Naser Mohammed (Kuwait)
Keone Pearson (USA)
Other Olympia Divisions To Watch
We sadly can’t cover every single division preview in one super-sized article. But there are far many more exciting competitions in store for this weekend at the Olympia 2021. Ms. Olympia returns after an epic comeback last year. Not to mention the always entertaining routines of the Fitness division.
Men’s and Women’s Physique will also be present alongside Figure, Bikini, and Wellness. All in all the event makes for a massive 11 divisions present during the weekend event. That means more drama, excitement, and champions to stand in the spotlight.
You can check out the remaining division competitor lists below.
2021 Olympia Men’s Physique List of Competitors
Daniel Ammons (USA)
Erin Banks (USA)
Luca Biolo (Italy)
George Brown (USA)
Rodrigue Chesnier (France)
Bong Seok Choi (South Korea)
Riccardo Croci (Italy)
Carlos DeOliveira (Brazil)
Youcef Djoudi (France)
Ismael Martinez Dominguez (Mexico)
Raymont Edmonds (USA)
Andre Ferguson (USA)
Felipe Franco (Brazil)
Charjo Grant (USA)
Brandon Hendrickson (USA)
Kyron Holden (USA)
Jason Huynh (USA)
Nicolas Koeu (USA)
Joseph Lee (USA)
Junho Lee (South Korea)
Andrei Marius Lincan (Romania)
Antoine McNeill (USA)
Clarence McSpadden, Jr (USA)
Diogo Montenegro (Brazil)
Corey Morris (USA)
Jahvair Mullings (USA)
Abisai Pietersz (Netherlands)
Khali Quartey (USA)
Ramses Rams (Spain)
Arya Saffaie (USA)
John Sarmiento (USA)
Suraqah Shabazz (USA)
Micah Thomas, Jr (USA)
Leonardo Vecchiato (Italy)
Yukihiro Yuasa (Japan)
2021 Ms. Olympia List of Competitors
Irene Andersen (Sweden)
MayLa Ash (USA)
Michaela Aycock (USA)
Reshanna Boswell (USA)
Nadia Capostosto (Italy)
Leah Dennie (USA)
Stephanie Flesher (USA)
Monique Jones (USA)
Janeen Lankowski (USA)
Anastasia Leonova (Russia)
Margie Martin (USA)
Silvia Matta (Italy)
LaDawn McDay (USA)
Sheena Ohlig (USA)
Mona Poursaleh (Canada)
Virginia Sanchez (Spain)
Andrea Shaw (USA)
Helle Trevino (USA)
Margita Zamolova (Czech Republic)
2021 Olympia Fitness List of Competitors
Jaclyn Baker (USA)
Darrian Borello (USA)
Kate Errington (UK)
Debbie Fowler (USA)
Oksana Grishina (Russia)
Whitney Jones (USA)
Ariel Khadr (USA)
Sara Kovach (USA)
Minna Pajulahti (Finland)
Alix Small (UK)
Missy Truscott (USA)
Aurika Tyrgale (USA)
Tamara Vahn (Canada)
Derina Wilson (USA)
2021 Olympia Figure List of Competitors
Bahar Ayra (Germany)
Anna Banks (Poland)
Heather Dees (USA)
Maria Luisa Baeza Diaz (USA)
Wendy Fortino (USA)
Rhea Gayle (UK)
Stephanie Gibson (USA)
Cydney Gillon (USA)
Nicole Zenobia Graham (USA)
Sandra Grajales (Mexico)
Julia Heerenveen (Netherlands)
An Da Jeong (South Korea)
Lola Montez (Canada)
Jessica Reyes Padilla (Puerto Rico)
Michele Silva Pinto (Brazil)
Larhannah Robinson (USA)
Shelace Shoemaker (USA)
Natalia Soltero (Mexico)
Carly Starling-Horrell (USA)
Bojana Vasiljevic (USA)
Julia Waring (USA)
Latorya Watts (USA)
Nadia Wyatt (USA)
2021 Olympia Bikini List of Competitors
Vania Auguste (USA)
Ariel Barley (USA)
Romina Basualdo (USA)
Maureen Blanquisco (USA)
Kristina Brunauer (Austria)
Melissa Carver (Australia)
Lauralie Chapados (USA)
Sara Choi (South Korea)
Carolina Collazos (USA)
Lauren Dannenmiller (USA)
Jennifer Dorie (Canada)
Alessia Facchin (Italy)
Eli Fernandez (Mexico)
Ivanna Escandar Fernandez (Spain)
Jasmine Gonzalez (USA)
Stine Hansen (Denmark)
Reijuana Harley (USA)
Daraja Hill (USA)
Adrianna Kaczmarek (Poland)
Ashley Kaltwasser (USA)
Janet Layug (USA)
Jourdanne Lee (USA)
Maria Julia Lemos (Brazil)
Ashlyn Little (USA)
Chen Qi Liu (China)
Noora Mahonen (Finland)
Lucia Malavaze (USA)
Jimi Marley (USA)
Gabrielle Messias (USA)
Ji Bin Park (South Korea)
Elisa Pecini (Brazil)
Emily Plajer (USA)
Jennifer Ronzitti (USA)
Erin Stern (USA)
Francesca Stoico (Italy)
Sierra Swann (USA)
Angelica Teixeira (USA)
Allison Testu (France)
Jessica Wilson (USA)
2021 Olympia Women’s Physique List of Competitors
Elizabeth Bradshaw (USA)
Daniely Castilho (Brazil)
Tanya Chartrand (Canada)
Laura Pintado Chinchilla (Spain)
Natalia Abraham Coelho (USA)
Lenka Ferencukova (Czech Republic)
Patricia Gosselin (Canada)
Shanique Grant (USA)
Ana Harias (USA)
Ashley Jones (USA)
Alyssa Kiessling (USA)
Barbara Menage (France)
Anne-Lorraine Mohn (France)
Bork Im Park (South Korea)
Ivie Rhein (USA)
Caroline Alves Dos Santos (Brazil)
Emily Renee Schubert (USA)
Melissa Teich (USA)
Carli Terepka (USA)
Penpraghai Tiangngok (Thailand)
Sarah Villegas (USA)
Brooke Walker (USA)
Christelle Zarovska (Sint Maarten)
Elisama Manuel Benta Zorzetto (Brazil)
2021 Olympia Wellness List of Competitors
Sunny Andrews (USA)
Yarishna Ayala (USA)
Angela Borges (Brazil)
Devyn Cambre (USA)
Barbara Emanuele Cesar (USA)
Julia Chitarra (Brazil)
Casey Delong (USA)
Juliana Mota Esteso (France)
Kassandra Gillis (Canada)
Renee Harshey (USA)
Renee Jewett (USA)
Giselle Machado (Brazil)
Charline Mas (France)
Francielle Mattos (Brazil)
Lisa Christin Meiswinkel (Germany)
Mallory Myers (USA)
Isabelle Nunes (Brazil)
Maria Paulette (Spain)
Lorena Ragusa (USA)
Amanda Rezende (Brazil)
Susana Rodriguez (Brazil)
Isamara dos Santos (Brazil)
Bruna Seredich (USA)
Tatiany Valliant (Brazil)
2012 Olympia Pro Wheelchair List of Competitors
Gabriele Andriulli (Italy)
Bradley Betts (USA)
Tyler Brey (USA)
Adelfo Cerame, Jr (USA)
Harold Kelley (USA)
Antoni Khadraoui (Algeria)
Chad McCrary (USA)
Johnny Quinn (USA)
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