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Talking Huge With Craig Golias | EP 5: Muscle Worship and Highest Paid Bodybuilders

Talking Huge With Craig Golias | EP 5: Muscle Worship and Highest Paid Bodybuilders

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Craig Golias talks about the biggest threats growing in the sport, the realities of muscle worship, and who are the highest paid bodybuilders today.
Welcome to another episode of Talking Huge – a weekly digital series in which Craig Golias talks in-depth with Vlad Yudin on the latest trending topics in bodybuilding. Raw, honest, and uncut – Craig Golias shares his opinions on all things bodybuilding. In this episode, Craig Golias talks about the most threatening bodybuilders rising in the ranks, debating the best coaches in bodybuilding, which bodybuilders make the most money today, and muscle worshiping.

Craig Golias is a bodybuilder with no filter – not necessarily to be controversial – but more so because he simply says what’s on his mind right away. That’s why this week’s topics go into some truly funny and shocking directions. He makes his guesses based on rumors for who are the highest paid bodybuilders today. He also gets open and honest about muscle worship in bodybuilding. He’s received many requests to pay him for muscle worship – and knows bodybuilders who have done it. It’s a wild ride of an episode – so let’s jump right in.
The Biggest Threats Rising In Bodybuilding
Vlad Yudin asks Craig Golias who he thinks are the most threatening athletes rising up in bodybuilding today. Straight after his big win at the Puerto Rico Pro – Craig has his eyes on Akim Williams. Craig believes that Akim is one of the few more accomplished bodybuilders who is actually improving – while many other of his ilk are getting worse. Akim also turned heads at the Mr. Olympia 2020 when he rose up to his highest placing of 6th.
Craig Golias also brings up Nick Walker – who has been building hype ever since he earned his pro card in 2020. Walker has been receiving favorable comparisons to the physique of Dorian Yates. He’s able to keep his waist small while also maintaining a massive physique overall. Craig Golias wouldn’t be surprised to see him become one of the most notable pros within this decade.

Who Is Making The Most Money Today?
After discussing a bit about athletes starting their own supplement lines – Vlad asked Craig who he thinks is making the most money in the sport today. Craig Golias can’t know for sure – but he’s heard rumors. Based on those rumors, he would guess that Chris Bumstead is probably the highest paid bodybuilder currently competing. Two Olympia wins certainly help – but he also has a massive, yet classic physique that works wonders for a wider variety of sponsorships.
Craig Golias also mentions another Canadian bodybuilder, Regan Grimes, as a potential athlete who brings in massive cash. Craig also mentions Brian Shaw. Though not a bodybuilder, he’s heard word that Shaw brings in some serious revenue.

Craig Golias: Muscle Worship In Bodybuilding Is Real
In our final topic, Vlad asks Craig Golias about muscle worship in bodybuilding. Muscle worship is a form of fetish where individuals get arosed by massive muscle. It’s been long rumored that bodybuilders can help supplement their funds by committing to muscle worship videos. But is this true?
Craig Golias admits it’s all true. Though he doesn’t know how many bodybuilders do it – he knows people who have. And Craig has received many requests to do muscle worship videos or scenarios. He claims the requests range from PG rated (just looking or touching muscle) to XXX rated with full on muscle-bound sex.
Wrap Up
There are far more topics discussed in this episode than we can cover in this article. You can watch Craig Golias and Vlad Yudin discuss other topics such as the best bodybuilding coaches in the sport, supplement companies, and how to grow a social media following. You can check it all out in the latest episode of Talking Huge above! Make sure to check out Talking Huge every week on Friday – only on the Generation Iron Fitness Network!

Phil Heath Fact Checks Gunter Schlierkamp’s Comments In Generation Iron Interview

Phil Heath Fact Checks Gunter Schlierkamp’s Comments In Generation Iron Interview

Phil Heath responds in reaction to Gunter Schlierkamp’s recent statements in Generation Iron interview.
Over the past few weeks, we’ve been releasing GI Exclusive interview segments from our conversation with Gunter Schlierkamp. Known for his mass monster size in his heyday, Schlierkamp is an iconic veteran bodybuilder who competed primarily in the 90s and early 2000s. In our latest released segment, Schlierkamp shares his thoughts on Phil Heath’s physique and reign as Mr. Olympia. The comments caught Heath’s attention – and Phil Heath promptly responded by fact checking Schlierkamp’s comments via Instagram.
Phil Heath is one of the most successful pro bodybuilders in the history of the sport. He’s earned seven Mr. Olympia championship titles – matching Arnold Schwarzenegger and only one behind the world record holders Ronnie Coleman and Lee Haney. Despite this, he received criticism in his later years, namely 2017-2020 due to his relaxed stomach. By 2018, he fell to second at the Mr. Olympia. Upon returning in 2020, he placed 3rd.

In our GI Exclusive interview segment, Gunter Schlierkamp praised Phil Heath’s physique but felt that he ultimately tried to put on too much mass in his later career. Schlierkamp commented that, in general, bodybuilders need to not build mass beyond their frame. He believes that Heath made this very mistake – which led to his lower placings in 2018 and beyond. He also stated that he thought Kai Greene’s presence may have forced Heath’s hand to put on more muscle.
Phil Heath seems to have watched the interview himself and noticed some inconsistencies with Gunter Schlierkamp’s opinion. He decided to set the record straight by commenting on Instagram:

“The sad part is that Gunter isn’t speaking real here. I weighted LESS from 2014-2020 than my heaviest in 2013 so this only illustrates the LACK of KNOWLEDGE, while disregarding the fact I was injured throughout 2014-2020 only to have surgery beginning after 2017 win. If people really put some thought into what I am saying they’d soon realize that everyone having their entitled opinion is not telling it truly how things transpired. I cannot wait to disclose ore once my podcast is launched!”

Phil Heath makes a great point here. According to his comment, he weight his most during his prime years. He also points out that he had been suffering injury as early as 2014. This injury, which seems to be referencing his hernia issues and eventual surgery, has been the main element in his struggles 2017 to the present.
Gunter Schlierkamp, of course, was responding to our question on the fly. He likely didn’t have all the facts other than the general sense of what he witnessed as a fan of the sport. Schlierkamp earlier in our interview admitted to not being deeply connected to bodybuilding via social media. Schlierkamp’s response is most likely what he honestly believed in regards to Phil Heath. This seems to be the reason why Heath wanted to set the record straight.
Phil Heath also makes quick mention to his own personal podcast. While it is not launched yet, it seems that the seven time Mr. Olympia champion is in the process of hosting and distributing his own podcast talk show. From his comments here, it seems that Heath will be sharing detailed and honest info about his career and some behind-the-scenes insights into bodybuilding.
You can watch our GI Exclusive interview segment with Gunter Schlierkamp and his thoughts on Phil Heath below. But certainly make sure to read and keep in mind Phil Heath’s side of the story as well.
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“Meet the Olympians: Red Carpet Event” To Be Held This Weekend in Orlando

“Meet the Olympians: Red Carpet Event” To Be Held This Weekend in Orlando

The “Meet the Olympians: Red Carpet Event” will be held this weekend in Orlando.
The 2021 Mr. Olympia will take place from Oct. 7-11 in Orlando. This weekend, some of the top bodybuilders in the world will gather for a different event for a great cause. Ed and Betty Pariso will promote an event called “Meet the Olympians: Red Carpet Event” beginning on Friday.

This will be a two-day event that will take place on Friday and Saturday at Orange County Convention Center in Orlando. Phil Heath and Flex Lewis will highlight the list of competitors set to make an appearance. Heath is one of the best bodybuilders of all-time. He totaled seven-straight victories at Mr. Olympia from 2011-2017. He returned to the competition last year where he finished third. Lewis is the king of the Men’s 212 division, where he has total seven 212 Olympia wins during his run. Fans are still eagerly waiting for his Men’s Open debut – which was delayed due to an injury last year.
Breon Ansley and Cydney Gillon are also scheduled to appear. Ansley exploded onto the scene in 2018 by winning the inaugural Arnold Classic Physique title. Later in the season, he added his second-straight Olympia Classic Physique victory. Gillon is one of the top female competitors earning wins at Figure Olympia at the 2018 IFBB Olympia and the Arnold Classic 2019 Figure International.

Other competitors set to appear include Natalia Coehlo, Raymont Edmonds, George Dabull Peterson, Derek Lunsford, Sheronica Henton, Lauren Dannenmiller, Lee Labrada, Hunter Labrada, Casey Marshall, and Terrance Ruffin. Former IFBB Pro Bob Cicherillo will host the event.
Ed and Betty Pariso will promote this event. Betty is a former IFBB Pro who has victories at events such as the 2001 Jan Tana Pro Classic and 2009 IFBB Tampa Bay Pro. This event will promote their charity, “The Ed & Betty Pariso Cancer Charity.”
Ed was diagnosed with a rare sarcoma cancer when masses were found in his lower abdomen and pelvic area in February 2017. After a surgery that spanned over 10 hours, the two large masses were successfully removed. Today, Ed and Betty have made it their goal to help whoever is in need and struggling with this horrible disease.
The Pariso’s have promoted and held many events over the years. Along with partners, such as Bodybuilding.com, Ed and Betty have become known for their shows that attract some of the top athletes in the world. Their goal is to help families dealing with cancer put it aside for an exciting day at a special event.
This weekend, Orlando will be the place to be to see some of the top competitors in the world. They will begin arriving at 3 pm on Friday an 11 am on Saturday. This is a chance for fans to meet some of their favorite athletes in the sport while contributing to a great cause.
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Gunter Schlierkamp: Phil Heath’s Biggest Mistake That Ended His Olympia Reign

Gunter Schlierkamp: Phil Heath’s Biggest Mistake That Ended His Olympia Reign

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Gunter Schlierkamp recounts the key advice he gave a young Phil Heath and how not following it led to his late stage downfall.
Genetically, some bodybuilders have bigger frames and some have smaller frames. Gunter Schlierkamp was a tall and wide-framed bodybuilder. It’s what allowed him to successfully carry such intense mass monster size. Phil Heath, on the other hand, is a small-framed bodybuilder. He’s shorter and simply doesn’t have the build to put on Ronnie Coleman kind of weight. In our latest GI Exclusive interview, Gunter Schlierkamp reflects on advice he once gave Phil Heath about building muscle to fit your frame.

While discussing his picks for the best bodybuilders of all time, Gunter Schlierkamp mentions Phil Heath. He put’s him firmly at number six on his list behind the likes of Ronnie Coleman, Lee Haney, and Jay Cutler. But as Schlierkamp reflects on Phil Heath, he becomes excited and frustrated at the same time.
Gunter Schlierkamp recounts the very first time he ever saw Phil Heath. It was before he went pro and was training to compete and earn his pro card. Schlierkamp saw Heath from afar and was astounded. His jaw dropped. He was looking at a bodybuilder with one of the most impressive physiques he had ever seen. Schlierkamp made a point to meet Phil Heath and see him up close.
Gunter Schlierkamp urged Phil Heath to compete right away. He could win instantly and become a pro bodybuilder. Heath was playing the long game. He wanted to wait another year to really perfect his physique. Ultimately, Phil Heath did earn his pro card and the rest his history.
But Gunter Schlierkamp also remembers a piece of advice he gave Phil Heath during those early years. He told him to always remember to not “overload his frame.” By that, Schlierkamp was talking about how much muscle mass to put on to fit your genetic size. Schlierkamp believes it is all too common in the modern era of bodybuilding for athletes to chase size beyond their frame. At the end of the day, your genetic frame cannot change. It’s no use fighting against it. If you “overload” the frame, you’ll look blocky and less pleasing.

This is the exact mistake that Gunter Schlierkamp saw Phil Heath make later in his career. There’s no denying that Heath had a fantastic run and deserved all seven of his Mr. Olympia titles. That’s no easy feat. He’ll go down in history for that. But Schlierkamp believes there could have been more victories in his future.
Unfortunately, Phil Heath started adding on more size and “overloaded” his frame. He believes that is in part what caused the distended stomach issues in his later career. Schlierkamp can’t help but understand why Phil Heath eventually fell into this trap. Kai Greene rose up in the ranks with a bigger frame and much more muscle mass. He was the direct threat and rival to Heath. This kind of pressure most likely caused Heath to try and up his game and increase size.
Phil Heath is a bodybuilder who had a fantastic run and will certainly be considered a legend etched forever in bodybuilding history. But other bodybuilders who overload their frame might not have that kind of success. That’s why Gunter Schlierkamp wants to share his advice with everyone watching – consider your frame when building muscle mass. Don’t fall into the trap of mass monster obsession.
You can watch Gunter Schlierkamp’s full comments in our latest GI Exclusive interview segment above!

George Farah Answers: Are Fillers In Supplements Damaging Our Bodies?

George Farah Answers: Are Fillers In Supplements Damaging Our Bodies?

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George Farah talks about switching to all natural ingredients and the potential dangers in supplement fillers.
George Farah has been a bodybuilder and trainer in the industry for a very long time now. With that amount of time and talent, he’s garnered a lot of respect from multiple generations of bodybuilders and fans. That’s why now, later in his life, he’s putting effort into his own supplement company with the hopes of changing out people view supplementation in bodybuilding. More specifically, he wants to get the message out there – stop allowing for filler in the supplements you buy. In our latest GI Exclusive, George Farah goes into detail about how filler in supplements might be affecting our bodies.

A year ago, we spoke with George Farah about his battle with cancer and eventual recovery. It was a moment that changed his life in more ways than one. A big factor that changed was how he viewed health and fitness. Farah had been a bodybuilder and later a guru for many decades of his life. His goal was to always help build and sculpt fantastic physiques. But that could come with potential health sacrifices. It seemed that Farah was starting to reconsider which sacrifices were worth it.
Fast forward to today and George Farah is still going strong with his new line of thinking. To go along with that new line of thinking, he started his own line of supplements. Surely he wants to make a successful business – but his inspiration was to help change the direction of supplements as a whole.
A big part of George Farah’s life change was determining what is healthy and what is not when it comes to consuming things into our body. Everyday ingredients like non-natural sugars could have very long term consequences on health. Many of us know sugar and corn starch is bad for us – but we consume it anyway. Part of the reason behind this is because these ingredients are in everything. Our society is built around convenience which comes with some not-so-healthy ingredients.
This is amplified when it comes to bodybuilding. Bodybuilders not only need to eat food to build muscle, they need to take a wide variety of supplement products to give them an edge towards success. But what exactly is in the supplements athletes consume?

There are certainly companies that provide healthy ingredients in their products. But for every good company there are three more bad ones just trying to cut costs and make money. Not all consumers do the research before buying. This is mostly because they believe the FDA would make sure all companies are playing by the rules.
But the rules keep changing every single year. And new substances are discovered that do not always catch wind in regulations until long after they are used by supplement companies. Once the FDA catches up, companies are already onto the next innovation. Again, this isn’t all companies – but certainly many are trying to focus on profits before anything else.
That’s where filler comes in. George Farah describes filler as a selection of compounds used to “fill” the supplement tub and give you your money’s worth. At their best, filler provide nothing to your body but make you feel like you’re consuming more. At their worst, they could potentially be harming our bodies.

The problem is there are not enough studies to really figure out what goes into filler and how it affects individuals over the long term. It’s almost impossible to keep up. With so many variables at play – it stays a consistent blind spot in the supplement world.
That’s why George Farah plays it safe, he only consumes supplements with all natural ingredients. It’s also what he focuses on for his own product line. He hopes that he can change the relationship bodybuilders have with supplements. As Farah has stated before, he believes that many extreme measures bodybuilders take today are unnecessary. That without them, and maybe a little extra hard work, the same results can be accomplished.
You can watch George Farah go into full detail about filler in supplements by watching our latest GI Exclusive interview segment above!

Victor Martinez: “I Don’t Trust Government. Period.”

Victor Martinez: “I Don’t Trust Government. Period.”

Victor Martinez talks about living a year in a pandemic, if restrictions were effective or fair, and whether or not he trusts the new vaccines. The past year was a complicated and hard time for many people during the pandemic. This is true for nearly all walks of life – including the world of bodybuilding….

Samir Bannout: Insulin Works… But Is Ruining Modern Bodybuilding

Samir Bannout: Insulin Works… But Is Ruining Modern Bodybuilding

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Samir Bannout talks on how insulin works in bodybuilding short term but ruins physiques (and health) long term.
One of the newer controversial substances to enter bodybuilding is insulin. A drug that offers benefits to those in need has been transformed into another tool for building muscle fast in the sport. Bodybuilding guru Milos Sarcev claims to have introduced the drug into bodybuilding and stands by its safety when used correctly. Others fear that it leads to major health issues and early deaths in the sport. In our latest GI Exclusive interview, Samir Bannout goes in-depth about insulin, how it works, and why he thinks it is ruining modern bodybuilding.

Samir Bannout is seeing a trend in modern bodybuilding over the past few decades. To be fair, it’s a trend we’ve all been noticing for quite some time now. Competitive bodybuilding is becoming more and more about excessive muscle mass. Starting from Dorian Yates, to Ronnie Coleman, and jumping ahead to the current Olympia champion Big Ramy – a clear through line is seen. Pushing the limit on muscle mass is the goal of modern bodybuilding.
With such emphasis put on building mass as much and as fast as possible, new protocols with drugs have been concocted to optimize this goal. Insulin is one such drug that has grown in popularity. Insulin can provide faster muscle growth – but it can also have much more dire consequences when abused.
We asked Samir Bannout about his opinion on the direction of modern bodybuilding. What started as a conversation about excessive muscle mass turned into a deep dive into the abuse of insulin. Perhaps the two are connected. In Bannout’s mind, they are both tied together and have put a negative impact onto professional bodybuilding.
Samir Bannout argues that the focus on massive muscle above all else can lead to an impressive physique. But that physique will only last in the short term. He uses legendary champions like Dorian Yates and Ronnie Coleman as examples. Yes, they did both win multiple Mr. Olympia titles in the long term. Bannout isn’t arguing that. But what he does believe is that both of these athletes looked phenomenal the first two to three years as champion… then starts to look worse.
Ronnie Coleman, for example, eventually became an eight time Mr. Olympia champion. That’s the most ever recorded in the history of the sport (only tied with Lee Haney). That being said, most people find Coleman’s physique peak to be around 2001. After that, while he did continue to win – it was clear his physique never hit the same level again.

Now fast forward to today. Modern bodybuilders are still chasing that legendary massive physique of Ronnie Coleman. But now there are new drugs that promise to bring muscle growth even fast. Insulin has become, to some, a necessary element in becoming a larger than life bodybuilder. Much like the overall obsession with excessive muscle – this has Samir Bannout worried.
Samir Bannout doesn’t argue that the drug isn’t effective. It does indeed help build muscle as bodybuilders have been using it. But at what cost? Samir Bannout believes that even when used correctly, consistent use of insulin leads to short term success and long term failures. At worst, it can lead to serious health issues or even death. At it’s best, it will give you two or three years of an incredible physique… and then the quality starts to go down.
“It’s [insulin] a ruin for modern bodybuilding. It’s a ruin for bodybuilding,” Samir Bannout states in our interview. He continues:
“I mean look, now you look at guys like Chris Bumstead. He comes out and stay waisted, sharp, and tight. But those bigger guys who are using insulin on a regular basis. What happens? They may get lean in this area but… you are growing the visceral fat in the inner intestine. It’s imminent that you will have the bulgy fat stomach after a year or two. It may work the first year but as it goes on it will get worse and worse.”
Samir Bannout is no doctor. His statements here seem to be solely based on what he’s observing. He doesn’t know exactly who is and who isn’t using insulin. But he fears that it’s creating a shorter shelf life for bodybuilders. Both in terms of health and the longevity of an amazing physique.
You can watch Samir Bannout go into complete detail about mass muscle and insulin in bodybuilding by watching our latest GI Exclusive interview segment above!

Guy Cisternino: “An Open Olympia Would Never Lose To A Men’s 212 Olympia”

Guy Cisternino: “An Open Olympia Would Never Lose To A Men’s 212 Olympia”

Guy Cisternino talks about Hadi Choopan and the differences between Men’s 212 and Men’s Open. Hadi Choopan shook up the bodybuilding world in 2019 when he transitioned from Men’s 212 to Men’s Open and competed at the Olympia. Not only that – he ended up finishing third place. This wasn’t a fluke either, in the…

Mike O’Hearn: How To Really Make Money In Bodybuilding

Mike O’Hearn: How To Really Make Money In Bodybuilding

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Mike O’Hearn talks about his personal rise to success and shares tips on how to make money as a bodybuilder.
Love him or hate him, Mike O’Hearn is a successful bodybuilder who has made multiple TV appearances, graced the cover of dozens of magazines, and owns accomplished businesses. He took his passion for bodybuilding and turned it into life success. It’s often talks about how competitive bodybuilding in and of itself hardly provides enough funds to make a living. So how does one become a financially successful bodybuilder? In our latest GI Exclusive interview, Mike O’Hearn details the key tactics for making money in bodybuilding.

During our latest video conversation with Mike O’Hearn, we asked him point blank – what advice would he give on how to make money in bodybuilding. He starts off with direct advice and then goes into his own past experiences as examples. His first advice – is to not copy other successful bodybuilders. If it worked for Ronnie Coleman, copying him will only make you a familiar version of that. You want to be original – that’s where real success comes in.
His second piece of advice is to “flip the bird to everybody.” What he means by this is to follow the beat of your own drum. This ties into his first tip. If others think you are breaking the mold too much and are too “weird” or “doing it wrong” – ignore them. True greatness is about breaking the mold. It’s about changing things. The status quo doesn’t make greatness – breaking it does.
Mike O’Hearn also touches on how the typical path to financial success has changed over the past few decades in bodybuilding. He describes how it used to be that you needed to win a big competition, then that got you interviews and TV appearances. If you took those appearances seriously and showed charisma – then you would get more opportunities and eventual sponsorships. Use that initial financial boost for more opportunities – work hard at them – and then suddenly you have a full and successful life.
Now Mike O’Hearn explains that the competition side of things is less important. With social media, you can focus first on your charisma, personality, uniqueness, and of course, your physique. If you get enough followers the opportunities will appear. Then you still have to work hard at those to turn it into a life of success.

Mike O’Hearn then dives into his past and his personal steps that led to his success. He claims that being one of 10 children made him realize the importance of money at a very young age. So when he started succeeding at bodybuilding – he put away all of his money rather than spend it on flashy items. This gave him a foundation for when the competitions stopped.
He then later met Arnold Schwarzenegger who advised him to use his savings to invest in real estate – that’s where the real money is. This is something Schwarzenegger himself did to help bolster his funds (besides, you know, the superstar acting). After O’Hearn did that – the rest is history. He continued to challenge himself and find new opportunities. With the money he had as a foundation he was able to take those risks and succeed long term.
Mike O’Hearn’s last piece of advice was probably the hardest one to swallow. At least for younger bodybuilders. He said that your 20s should be spent working your ass off so you have at least $100k in the bank by 30. He even said that’s on the low end. O’Hearn believes that too often young people spend their 20s having fun. It comes at the cost of building a financial foundation for success. Money later gives you less time in your life to grow that money. If you focus while you are young and have more energy – you can grow that money quicker.
They say that youth is wasted on the young. Mike O’Hearn seems to believe in that statement. But it seems O’Hearn was one of the few young men who decided to try and waste as little time as possible. It explains his intense work ethic with training and business to this day.
You can watch Mike O’Hearn’s full comments about money in bodybuilding by watching our latest GI exclusive interview segment above!

IFBB Puerto Rico Pro 2021 Results

IFBB Puerto Rico Pro 2021 Results

Full results for the IFBB Puerto Rico Pro 2021.
Bodybuilding season is fully underway and it continued this weekend with the IFBB Puerto Rico Pro 2021 being held on Saturday and Sunday, June 27. The competition was held at the Grand Hyatt Baha Mar in Nassau, The Bahamas. Competitors flocked to the Bahamas in hopes of earning a spot in the Olympia 2021, which will take place Oct. 7-10 in Orlando.
For a handful of competitors, that is exactly what is going to happen.

Some top competitors coming into the weekend included Hassan Mostafa and Mohamed Shaaban. Mostafa appeared on stage once again after competing in the Indy Pro 2021 and New York Pro 2021 back in May. Mostafa has been hungry for that ticket to the Olympia. He placed 2nd at the Indy and 5th at the New York Pro. Shabaan made headlines when he finished second at the 2021 California Pro on May 30.
Eddie Bracamontes also made an appearance on Sunday after placing 5th in the California Pro. Coming into the weekend, a wild-card competitor to keep an eye on was Akim Williams, who was set to go toe-to-toe to Mostafa. He will continue to be a force throughout the summer.
There were a total of 10 divisions at the Puerto Rico Pro with winners vying for a qualification to the Olympia. The full results have now been announced. Check out our full breakdown of the Puerto Rico Pro 2021 results below.

Puerto Rico Pro 2021: All Division Winners
A quick breakdown of the winners in each division from the Puerto Rico Pro 2021. The first place winners earn qualification or the Olympia 2021 weekend.

Men’s Open Bodybuilding:
Men’s 212: Piotr Borecki 
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Women’s Bodybuilding: Nadia Capotosto
Women’s Physique: Tanya Chartrand
Figure: Jessica Reyes Padilla
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2021 Puerto Rico Pro Breakdown:
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Men’s 212 Results

First Place – Piotr Borecki
Second Place – Guy Cisternino
Third Place – Boas Henrique Oliveira
Fourth Place – Milton Oliveira

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Women’s Bodybuilding Results

First Place – Nadia Capotosto
Second Place – Margita Zamolova
Third Place – Heather Grace
Fourth Place -Stacey Nunez
Fifth Place – Susanna Jacobs
Sixth Place – Jennifer Sweeney

Women’s Physique Results

First Place – Tanya Chartrand
Second Place – Christelle Zarovska
Third Place – Elisima Manuel Benta Zorzetto
Fourth Place – Candice Willmore
Fifth Place – Ann Gruber
Sixth Place – Julia Whitesel

Figure Results

First Place – Jessica Reyes Padilla
Second Place – Mayra Yudith Rocha Hernandez
Third Place – Heather Dees
Fourth Place – Kristen McGregor
Fifth Place – Jacquelyn Hurry
Sixth Place – Luana Carparelli

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Make sure to check out our full IFBB Pro results page from this year and previous years right here to catch up on any action you may have missed!