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Talking Huge | EP 15: Craig Golias’ Honest Predictions For Olympia 2021
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Craig Golias breaks down his no bullsh*t predictions for the Mr. Olympia 2021.
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 makes his Olympia 2021 predictions, shares his thoughts on Michal Krizo, and briefly reflects on the tragic passing of George Peterson.
Talking Huge had to unfortunately skip some episodes due to technical difficulties while both Craig Golias and Vlad Yudin were on business travel. Now that both are settled back into the studio – the two of them catch up on all events since the Arnold Classic 2021 and look ahead to this weekend’s Mr. Olympia competition. As somewhat of an outsider to professional bodybuilding – Golias’ predictions are interesting indeed. Will they come true? Let’s jump into the episode.
Craig Golias’ Bold Mr. Olympia 2021 Predictions
Craig Golias will be attending the Mr. Olympia 2021 in person this year. We were able to touch base right before he left for our episode of Talking Huge. With the Olympia only days away – we asked Craig what his thoughts were on the lineup. He had very specific opinions on who would land where in the top six. Some of his picks might not be what you expect.
But Craig Golias is also not completely crazy. He still settles on Big Ramy landing the top spot for a repeat win. While this is not guaranteed – it’s a thought that many analysis, fans, and athletes expect for the weekend event. It’s only after the Big Ramy first spot that Craig’s predictions start to get interesting.
Craig strongly believes that Hadi Choopan will be able to rise up and place second above the rest of the pack. Choopan has proven that his smaller stature cannot stop him from succeeding in the Men’s Open division. Second place would be the highest rank yet – can he really pull it off?
Craig Golias then places Brandon Curry in third, William Bonac in fourth, and Nick Walker in fifth. Walker is an interesting choice. Many fans hope for him to do a top five finish at the Olympia – but he’s still relatively young in the game. Despite this – he did have an astronomical physique at the Arnold Classic 2021. Placing in the top five certainly is possible. Craig seems to lean on this side of things. It will be interesting to see indeed.
There’s no doubt that this year’s lineup is one of the more competitive rosters in recent memory. While Big Ramy might be a clear leader in the pack – he’s nowhere near the level of guarantee that Phil Heath used to be when he was still in his reign. There’s a lot of moving pieces this year and many new generation competitors finally coming into their own. It will be a sight to behold.
Wrap Up
There are far more topics discussed in this episode than we can cover in this article. Craig Golias also talks about his take on the Arnold Classic 2021 results, his reaction to the hype behind Elite Pro athlete Michal Krizo, and answers some fan questions. 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!
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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Mr. Olympia 2021: Watch The Meet The Olympians (LIVE)
How to watch the Meet The Olympians live stream.
The Olympia 2021 weekend kicked off in spectacular fashion with a new format press conference earlier on Thursday, October 7th. But the press conference is just the tip of the iceberg for an exciting weekend and the biggest event of the year in the sport.
Traditionally, Thursday night kicks things off with two hyped events, the press conference and the Meet The Olympians – an event where fans line up to meet their favorite competing Olympia competitors, take pictures, and sign autographs.
Following in the tradition of last year, the Olympia is live streaming the entire Meet The Olympians event for free. While this is mostly an opportunity for fans to meet one-on-one with the pros, expect to see some on the fly interviews and predictions for the upcoming Olympia 2021 weekend.
Watch the Mr. Olympia 2021 Meet The Olympians Live
For those interested in catching some interviews and last words from the pros before they compete this weekend – you can watch the full live stream of the Olympia 2021 Meet The Olympians right here.
And if you aren’t dropping the cash to watch the premium feed this weekend (which includes streams of the pre-judging and finals), you won’t be completely left out for the rest of the weekend either. The free live stream also includes other events beyond the Meet The Olympians. Check out the details about the Free Fan Channel below:
Free Fan Channel: Free Live Stream
Even though the Olympia 2021 press conference has concluded and the Meet The Olympians is just underway, there are other events around the competitions themselves. Specifically, the Olympia expo – newly dubbed the Olympia World Fitness Festival.
Here are the events included in the free live stream fan channel:
Press conference
Meet the Olympians event
Olympia World Fitness Festival
For those who want to get the full experience, you’ll have to drop a bit of cash, which is different than past years that included a free stream of the Olympia competitions. You can check out the paid streaming options below.
Premium package & Mr. Olympia Schedule (Price: $59.95 )
Friday, October 8, 2021
Fitness Olympia Pre-Judging
212 Olympia Pre-Judging
Figure Olympia Pre-Judging
Women’s Physique Olympia Pre-Judging
Ms. Olympia Pre-Judging
Wellness Olympia Pre-Judging
Olympia 212 Finals
Fitness Olympia Finals
Figure Olympia Finals
Women’s Physique Olympia Finals
Ms. Olympia Finals
Mr. Olympia Pre-Judging
Saturday, October 9, 2021
Classic Physique Olympia Pre-judging
Men’s Physique Olympia Pre-judging
Bikini Olympia Pre-judging
Wellness Olympia Finals
Wheelchair Olympia Finals
Mr. Olympia Finals
Men’s Physique Olympia Finals
Bikini Olympia Finals
Classic Physique Olympia Finals
Sunday, October 10, 2021
Olympia SuperStar Seminar
Note: The Premium package does not include the Amateur events.
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Devices To Watch Mr. Olympia 2021
If you’re worried that you’ll have to be crouched over a computer screen the entire weekend – we have good news for you. There are a wide variety of TV and mobile devices you can watch. That means if you’re on the go or want to have a full TV experience – there are options for you.
See the different devices available for the Mr. Olympia 2021 live stream below:
iPhone
Apple TV
Android
Android TV
Fire TV
Roku
Make sure to stick around the Generation Iron Fitness Network for the latest news and updates from the Olympia 2021.
Robert Timms’ Physique Will “Blow The Hardness & Tightness Out Of The Water At This Olympia”
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Robert Timms promises something different and next level in his physique at the Olympia 2021.
With just a few days until the Olympia 2021, fans and athletes are getting hyped up for the biggest bodybuilding event of the year. Competitors are in process of tightening in their peak week timing to present the ultimate physique on stage. Robert Timms is a Classic Physique competitor aiming to make big waves at this year’s Olympia. In our latest GI Exclusive interview, Robert Timms claims fans should expect “something different” and a next level physique at Olympia 2021.
When it comes to preparing for a competition, Robert Timms washes out all of the white noise. He doesn’t worry about what comments on social media say. He doesn’t care what rival competitors look like in their physique update photos. He only cares about the opinion of two people – his coach and his father.
This is the mindset Robert Timms informed us about during our recent video interview just weeks before the Olympia 2021. Timms has been a top tier Classic Physique competitor – and in its earliest inception as a division – Timms was one of the first pinnacles showcasing what Classic Physique should look like. It makes sense then that his Instagram handle and nickname is “Mr. Classic Physique.”
Despite this, he has yet to win a Classic Physique Olympia title for himself. This isn’t for lack of promise – the Classic Physique division sports some of the most competitive physiques in the entire sport. That’s why this year Robert Timms has adjusted his prep to transform his physique into “something different” – to use his own words. He plans to show a physique that his fans have never seen before in his career.
We asked Robert Timms what his strategy was going into the Olympia 2021. He answered by claiming his goal was to bring something special. A different physique than he’s brought to the stage in years past. To do this – he focused on really bringing in his conditioning. He wants to “blow the hardness and tightness out of the water” as he puts it confidently.
And this isn’t simply confident pre-competition cockiness. Robert Timms has shown some physique updates on his social media in weeks past – and the results are looking spectacular. Many fans have already noticed that he can be a real big threat to the returning champion Chris Bumstead – as well as other high profile competitors such as Breon Ansley and Terrence Ruffin.
Just a few weeks ago, Arnold Schwarzenegger boldly claimed during his Arnold Classic commentary that Classic Physique was the best division of the sport. While many might take offense to his dismissal of Men’s Open, his excitement for Classic Physique is shared by many. The division has proven to be a rousing success.
It’s pleased fans who miss the Golden Era of Physique. It’s also pleasing fans by the sheer competitiveness of the athletes in the division. There’s no doubt that Classic Physique sports some of the most electric face offs on stage. Each year – the Olympia champion is can be seen as a crapshoot. No one competitor, even Chris Bumstead, is a shoe in for the prize. Robert Timms seems to be yet another to throw into the mix.
You can watch Robert Timms go into full detail about his Olympia 2021 strategy in our latest GI exclusive interview segment above!
Big Ramy Weighs In At 305 LBS (With Clothes) During Olympia 2021 Press Conference
Olympia 2021 press conference: Big Ramy jumps on the scale weighing in at 305 pounds.
The Olympia 2021 press conference is always an exciting tip of the iceberg for bodybuilding’s biggest event of the year. Rivals trade barbs, hype builds to an amazing level, and there’s always a surprise or two. For example, this year – a scale was brought on stage for an impromptu weigh-in. Big Ramy stepped on the scale and weighed in at 305 pounds.
The Olympia 2021 press conference was a bit different this year. Instead of the entire roster of athletes sitting at tables with mics – the competitors were brought out in groups based on division. One of the most exciting moments of the conference was the Men’s Open group – which brought out Brandon Curry, Hadi Choopan, William Bonac, and returning champion Big Ramy.
Big Ramy, of course, is best known for his signature size. The question on many fans minds going into this competition – will Ramy bring in even more size? Or will he trim down in order to further improve conditioning? The question was put to rest Thursday afternoon – as conference host Bob Cicherillo brought out a literal scale to weight Ramy on the spot.
Big Ramy, for his credit, was candid about his size before the scale was brought out. He claims to be weighing in at 290 pounds. Definitely the higher end of the spectrum for Men’s Open – but nothing limit breaking. Bob Cicherillo wanted to put Ramy’s words to the test. A scale was brought out onto the stage and an impromptu weigh-in was conducted.
The scale revealed Big Ramy weighing in at 305 pounds. Of course, he was still wearing a full suit, shoes, and holding a microphone. Can that account for 15 extra pounds? That might be a bit much – but it lands him close to where he claims to be regarding his weight.
While this might not be an official 100% accurate weigh-in – it does show us that Big Ramy is still holding onto his signature size. Will this hurt his conditioning this year? We’ll soon find out on Friday night’s pre-judging. Ramy’s conditioning has been inconsistent in years past. Perhaps his Olympia 2020 showcase was the key that unlocked his struggles. But we won’t know for sure until he wins another Sandow trophy. That’s what makes this year so important for Ramy. He needs to prove that he is not a one time fluke but a reigning champion.
Upon revealing his clothed weight of 305 pounds, William Bonac had some strong opinions to share. “Let’s see if the weight can help you,” Bonac chimed in as Ramy was stepping off the scale. Bonac is known for his smaller stature compared to the likes of Brandon Curry or Big Ramy. This has always been a sticking point for critics – could Bonac ever beat Ramy (while on point) due to the limitations of his size? Bonac doesn’t seem worried. His words seem to imply he thinks he can out-condition the returning champ.
But all of this is just talk. It’s fun, it’s exciting, it gets the crowd going. But until we see them side by side on stage tomorrow night – we won’t know the true chances each of these athletes have.
Generation Iron will continue to cover the Olympia 2021 all weekend – including tonight’s Meet The Olympians alongside the pre-judging and finals both Friday and Saturday. Stay tuned and make sure to visit our official Olympia 2021 coverage page.
WATCH: Berry De Mey’s Olympia 2021 Predictions & Analysis
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Berry De Mey breaks down the Mr. Olympia 2021 lineup and makes his predictions.
Berry De Mey is a former pro bodybuilder and an iconic bodybuilding coach. That’s why with only a few days before the Mr. Olympia 2021, we connected with him to get his insight and analysis about the line up. This year is set to be one of the more competitive rosters we’ve seen in quite some time. A clash of the old and the new generations make for what is expected to be an intense and exciting show. In our latest GI Exclusive interview, Berry De Mey makes his predictions for the Olympia 2021.
The pro bodybuilding world has been in somewhat of a transition over the past decade. The current generation is getting, well, older and young up-and-coming bodybuilders are starting to hone their skills into formidable opponents. That’s what makes this year’s Mr. Olympia so exciting. We have the likes of Hunter Labrada, Nick Walker, and Iain Valliere going up against veterans such as Big Ramy, William Bonac, and Brandon Curry.
This week, we connected with world famous bodybuilder and trainer Berry De Mey via video chat. With just a few days before this epic Olympia showdown, we asked for his thoughts on the lineup and his predictions for the Men’s Open division. Berry De Mey has his own criteria of what the ideal Men’s Open physique should look like. So he gives his personal opinion – and then a more objective analysis what to expect at Olympia 2021.
Berry De Mey doesn’t sugarcoat it. The hype is real, Big Ramy is a top contender for the Mr. Olympia as returning champion. The truth is that many of the competitors, no matter how much they try, can match Ramy’s size. So long as Ramy keeps up his conditioning and comes in slightly better than last year – he’s a shoe in for the first spot.
That being said, Berry De Mey personally favors bodybuilder Patrick Moore. He believes that Moore hits all of the marks of what he wishes all Men’s Open bodybuilders looked like. He wishes judging would appreciate that kind of aesthetic over mass and size. Rather than a compliment to it.
But this doesn’t mean Berry De Mey thinks Patrick Moore will win the Mr. Olympia 2021. He knows all change happens slow – and so long as most bodybuilders focus more on mass, Moore will look like an outlier in a way that hurts his chances rather than helps. He hopes to see Moore one day become the Olympia champion.
Berry De Mey also points out that there are a lot of hungry talented competitors rising in the ranks competing at the Olympia 2021. Veteran bodybuilders like Brandon Curry and William Bonac are not necessarily guaranteed top 3 spots. If Hunter Labrada, Hadi Choopan, and Nick Walker bring their best – they can overtake the top 5 positions knocking down former champion Brandon Curry into a lower spot.
All in all, this is to say that nothing is guaranteed at the Olympia 2021. This should be one of the more exciting years of the event in quite some time. Will Big Ramy cement himself as a reigning champion for years to come? Or will we have yet another new champion this year. We’ll soon find out this weekend.
You can watch Berry De Mey’s full analysis and breakdown of the Olympia 2021 in our latest GI Exclusive interview segment above!
Watch The Mr. Olympia 2021 Press Conference (LIVE)
The Olympia 2021 weekend officially kicks off with the much anticipated press conference.
This weekend holds the biggest event of the bodybuilding season – the Mr. Olympia 2021. After a somewhat abridged and adjusted event last year, things still haven’t 100% returned to normal just yet. The event is yet again happening in Orlando, Florida and instead of the typical September scheduling – the event is happening in October. Perhaps this will become the new normal as we move ahead into future Olympia competitions.
Regardless, the sport of bodybuilding continues to persevere and we have an Olympia lineup that should be one for the ages. Not only that, but there is an entire PPV streaming option for fans to get a full virtual experience of the show.
And it all starts with the Mr. Olympia 2021 press conference. It’s kicking off right now and is available to live stream completely free. While the other streams of the competition on Friday and Saturday come at a one time cost – fans can enjoy the initial hype up moments from the press conference right now free of charge.
Watch the Mr. Olympia 2021 Press Conference Live
For those interested in watching some trash talk, hype, and clashes between rivals – you can watch the full live stream of the Olympia 2021 press conference right here.
For those who won’t be spending the cash on the premium stream of the pre-judging and finals, we have good news for you. The free live stream also includes other events beyond the press conference. Check out the details about the Free Fan Channel below:
Free Fan Channel: Free Live Stream
As many bodybuilding fans who have attended the Olympia weekend in person know, there are other events around the competitions themselves that bring insight into the top bodybuilders of the year. The ‘Meet The Olympians’ event and the Olympia expo.
Due to the success of the fan channel live stream last year, the virtual experience is making a return for the Olympia 2021. Here are the events included in the free live stream fan channel:
Press conference
Meet the Olympians event
Olympia World Fitness Festival (Expo)
Much like last year – those who want to get the full experience will have to drop a bit of cash. You can check out the paid streaming options below.
Premium package & Mr. Olympia Schedule (Price: $59.95)
Friday, October 8, 2021
Fitness Olympia Pre-Judging
212 Olympia Pre-Judging
Figure Olympia Pre-Judging
Women’s Physique Olympia Pre-Judging
Ms. Olympia Pre-Judging
Wellness Olympia Pre-Judging
Olympia 212 Finals
Fitness Olympia Finals
Figure Olympia Finals
Women’s Physique Olympia Finals
Ms. Olympia Finals
Mr. Olympia Pre-Judging
Saturday, October 9, 2021
Classic Physique Olympia Pre-judging
Men’s Physique Olympia Pre-judging
Bikini Olympia Pre-judging
Wellness Olympia Finals
Wheelchair Olympia Finals
Mr. Olympia Finals
Men’s Physique Olympia Finals
Bikini Olympia Finals
Classic Physique Olympia Finals
Sunday, October 10, 2021
Olympia SuperStar Seminar
Note: The Premium package does not include the Amateur events.
Amateur package (Price: $29.95)
Tuesday, October 5, 2021
Open Women’s Physique
Masters Figure 35+
Open Figure
Masters Bikini 35+
Open Bikini Women’s
Wellness
Wednesday, October 6, 2021
Masters Bodybuilding 35+
Open Bodybuilding
Open Classic Physique
Open Men’s Physique
Masters Men’s Physique 35+
Note: This package only features the Amateur events and does not include IFBB Pro events.
Devices To Watch Mr. Olympia 2021
The Olympia 2021 weekend is also getting a bit of an upgrade in terms of flexibility with watching the event live streams. There are a wide variety of TV and mobile devices you can watch. That means if you’re on the go or want to have a full TV experience – there are options for you.
See the different devices available for the Mr. Olympia 2021 live stream below:
iPhone
Apple TV
Android
Android TV
Fire TV
Roku
Iain Valliere: There Are Only Two Ways To Beat Big Ramy At Mr. Olympia 2021
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Iain Valliere breaks down the two approaches to beating Big Ramy ahead of the Mr. Olympia 2021.
We are less than one week away from the biggest bodybuilding event of the year – Mr. Olympia 2021. This will be Big Ramy’s first chance to defend his champion status. Will he prove his win to be more than just a fluke? Or will he be another athlete to join the one and done list of single Olympia champions? Only time will tell – but in the meantime we spoke with qualified Olympia competition Iain Valliere on whether or not Ramy can be defeated. He thinks it’s a tough mountain to climb – but there is a slim margin to beat Ramy. In our latest GI Exclusive interview, Iain Valliere details the only two ways that Big Ramy can be defeated at the Mr. Olympia 2021.
In 2020, Big Ramy showcased the greatest physique of his career. For the first time ever, his conditioning matched his enormous size. This made him a powerhouse and nearly unstoppable. Returning champion Brandon Curry could not hold up – nor could seven time former Olympia champion Phil Heath. Ramy was fully realized. It earned him a spot on the short list of Olympia champions.
It’s been a near year since that epic victory. We are just under a week before the Mr. Olympia 2021. This is our first time to see Big Ramy on stage competing again. Traditionally, Big Ramy’s biggest weakness has been the consistency of his conditioning. One year he will be close to on point. The next he would be completely off point. Just because Ramy won a Mr. Olympia title doesn’t mean the consistency problem will be fixed.
That being said, Big Ramy’s impressive physique in 2020 might also signal he has learned what is needed to keep his conditioning consistent. We’ll soon find out this weekend. During our conversation with fellow Olympia competitor Iain Valliere – we asked his take on Big Ramy’s physique and how he could be potentially toppled from his throne. The way Valliere sees it, there are only two viable tactics for defeating Big Ramy.
The first is to beat him in size. If a competitor can show up with insane size and conditioning to at the very least match Big Ramy – then he can lose the title. The second tactic is to look at Ramy’s weakness and exploit them. This means that a bodybuilder would focus less on size and more on absolute superior conditioning and aesthetics. Iain Valliere thinks that no competitor is currently poised to succeed with the first tactic. This leaves only conditioning and aesthetics as the superior route to defeat Ramy.
“I think there’s two ways to beat Ramy,” Iain Valliere stated in our interview. He continued:
“It’s going to come down to either a guy with really really crazy shape like a Brandon or a Nathan but compiled with really good conditioning. Or it’s going to come down to someone bigger with better conditioning. I don’t see anyone being bigger than Ramy so I think the way to beat Ramy is with detail and shape. I think trying to be bigger than the biggest guy is insanity.”
Looking back at the 2020 Mr. Olympia, Iain Valliere saw Brandon Curry as the closest competitor to take down Big Ramy.
“I think someone like Brandon last year could have closed that gap if his conditioning was a little better. Because he has the shape, he has the symmetry, he has that silhouette of, like, a very very dominant bodybuilder with the bubbliness and flow and tiny waist. Where he was just a little subpar was his conditioning in comparison [to Big Ramy]”
Iain Valliere goes on to state that Brandon Curry is still a superb athlete and is only critiquing his physique in comparison to Big Ramy. In fact, Iain Vailliere even takes himself out of the equation – stating that he is not in the right place to beat someone like Ramy at this year’s competition.
So it seems, according to Iain Valliere, the Mr. Olympia 2021 title will teeter on two factors. How on point Big Ramy is with his conditioning and how on point a rival competitor can raise the bar to exploit Ramy’s weaknesses. It all hangs on the delicate blade of a knife.
You can watch Iain Valliere’s full breakdown on tackling Big Ramy at Mr. Olympia 2021 by watching our latest GI Exclusive interview segment above!
Unique Facts About Every Mr. Olympia Since 1965
Mr. Olympia since 1965
Mr. Olympia Is a title awarded to the winner of the professional men’s bodybuilding contest, at Joe Weider’s Olympia Fitness and performance weekend. Weider’s Olympia Fitness and performance weekend is an international competition for bodybuilding that is held annually by the international federation of bodybuilding and fitness. The competition was created by Joe Weider to allow Mr. Universe winners to compete and earn money. So many faces have taken home the title Mr. Olympia. The first-ever Mr. Olympia competition was held at the Brooklyn Academy of music, in New York City, on September 18, 1965.
The following are the unique facts about each Mr. Olympia winner since 1965;
Larry Scott (1965-1966)
Larry Scott was born on October 12, 1938, in Blackfoot, Idaho, USA. He was nicknamed ‘the legend or the golden boy.
Larry Scott was 5 feet and 7 inches.
He weighed 205lb.
Larry Scott was the first Mr. Olympia winner and one of the first bodybuilders to make it to mainstream media.
Larry Scott won eight times at position one in the bodybuilding contests, once as position three and once as position nine.
He retired at 28 years of age.
He died on March 8, 2014, aged 75 years in Salt Lake City Utah in the USA.
SERGIO OLIVER (1967-1969)
Sergio Oliver was born July 4, 1941, in Guantanamo, Cuba.
He was the nickname “the Myth”.
Sergio Oliver was 5feet and 10 inches tall and weighed 255lbs.
He won the 1968 Mr. Olympia unopposed and was the first man to beat Arnold Schwarzenegger in Mr. Olympia.
He won 19 times as the position 1 in the bodybuilding contest,6 times position 2,1-time position 3,2 times position 4,1-time position 7- and 2-times position 8.
Sergio Oliver was the most popular bodybuilder in history.
Oliver was known for his amazing waist measurements 28 inches, arms 22inches, and chest 58inches.
Sergio Oliver becomes a movie star in the movie California state governor.
He died on November 12, 2012, aged 71 years in Chicago, Illinois, Unites States of America.
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ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER 1970-1975,1980
Arnold Alois Schwarzenegger was born in July 30,1947 in Thal, Austria.
He was nicknamed” the Austrian oak”.
He was six feet and 2 inches tall.
Arnold Alois weighed 235 lb.
Arnold Schwarzenegger won Mr. Olympia 1970-1975 and 1980 seven times.
He retired in 1980.
FRANKO COLUMBU 1976,1981
He was born on August 7, 1941, in Sardinia Italy.
He was nicknamed “the Sardinian strong man”
Columbu was 5 feet and 5 inches tall and weighed 185lb.
Franko Columbu holds doctorates in chiropractic and nutrition.
He co-starred in a bodybuilding documentary, pumping iron.
He was 14 times position 1 in the bodybuilding contest.
Columbu won the world’s strongest man competition in,1977 despite breaking his leg in one of the events and was unable to complete it.
He retired after 1981, Mr. Olympia.
He died August 30, 2019, at the age of 78 years in San Teodoro, Italy.
FRANK ZANE 1977-1979
FRANK Zane was born on June 28, 1942, in Kingstone, Pennsylvania, USA.
Zane is aged 79 years.
Frank Zane is 5feet and 9 inches tall and weighs 220lb.
Frank Zane is nicknamed” the chemist”
His physic is considered one of the greatest in the history of bodybuilders because of the focus on proportion symmetry.
Frank Zane had the thinnest waistline out of all the Mr. Olympia winners.
Frank Zane has a master’s degree in experimental psychology.
Zane is one of the three people to ever conquer Arnold Schwarzenegger in the competition.
He won 20 times position 1 in the bodybuilding contest,3 times position2,1 time position 3- and 3-times position 4.
Frank Zane was incorporated into the IFBB hall of fame in 1999.
HENRI CHRISTOPHE DICKERSON 1982
He was born on August 25, 1939, in Montgomery, Alabama, USA.
He is aged 81 years of age.
Henri Christophe is 5 feet and 6 inches tall and weighs 190lb.
Henri Christophe was the oldest Mr. Olympia winner at the age of 43.
He has 30 years of bodybuilding career and he is known for having heavy muscles.
Henri Christophe is the first African-American to be a Mr. America.
Henri Christophe won 31 times position 1 in the bodybuilding contest 16 times position 2,4 times position 3 5 times position 4 one-time positions 5, one-time position 6, one-time position 8 and one-time position 11.
Christophe retired in 1994.
SAMIR BANNOUT 1983
Samir Bannout was born in Beirut Lebanon.
He is nicknamed “the lion of Lebanon”
He is 5 feet and 7 inches tall and weighs 196lb
Samir has 17 years of professional bodybuilding career.
He was the founder of the term “Christmas tree “to the bodybuilding community due to his lower back definition.
Samir Bannout won 6 times position 1 in the bodybuilding contest,3 times position 2,2 times position 3,3 times position 4,7 times position 5,6 times position 6,3 times position 7,3 times position 8,3 times position 9 4 times position 10- and 11-times position 11 plus other positions. Samir Bannout retired in 1996.
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LEE HANEY 1884-1991
Lee Haney was born on November 11, 1959, in Fairburn, Georgia, USA.
His nickname is “Total-Lee Awesome”
He is 5 feet and 11 inches tall and weighs 255 lb.
Known as the most record holder for most Mr. Olympia wins, he has 8 Mr. Olympia wins.
Lee Haney has a career of 25 years and is one of the most known bodybuilders.
Haney was 19 times position 1 in the bodybuilding contests,2 times position2, and 3 times position 3.
DORIAN YATES 1992-1997
Dorian Andrew Mientjez yates was born on APRIL 19,1962 at Solihull, England, and is 59 years of age.
His nickname is “the shadow”
He is 5 feet and 10 inches tall and weighs 250-260 lb.
Known for his exercises and back muscles.
He is the 5th highest number of Mr. Olympia wins in the history of bodybuilding.
Dorian Yates is considered one of the pro bodybuilders in history.
He is one of the professional bodybuilders with the biggest size.
Dorian won 14 times position 1 in the bodybuilding contest,2 times position 2- and one-time position 7.
ROONEY COLEMAN 1990-2009
Rooney Dean Coleman was born on May 13, 1964, in Monroe, Louisiana, USA, and is 57 years of age.
Coleman’s nickname is “the king’.
Coleman is 5 feet and 11 inches tall and weighs 136lb.
Rooney Coleman is the winner of the Mr. Olympia title for eight consecutive years.
He holds the most International Federation of Bodybuilders and Fitness (IFBB).
Rooney Coleman won 25 times.
He is one of the professional bodybuilders with the biggest bodies.
Rooney Coleman in the bodybuilding contest won;15 times position 1, 1-time position2,5 times position 3, 4 times position 4,5 times position 5,7 times position 6, once position 9, once position 11, and once position 11.
JAY CUTLER (2006-2007), (2009-2010)
Jason Isaac Cutler was born on August 3, 1973, in Sterling, Massachusetts, USA.
He is 48 years of age.
He is 5 feet and 10 inches tall and he weighs 260lb.
Jay Cutler is a four-time Mr. Olympia winner.
DEXTER JACKSON (2008)
Dexter Jackson was born on November 25, 1969, in Jacksonville, Florida.
Jackson is 51 years of age.
Hs nickname “the blade DJ”.
He is 5 feet and 6 inches tall and weighs 215 lbs.
Dexter has made a record-setting of 20 Mr. Olympia appearances.
Jackson Dexter is the only bodybuilder to have won the title Mr. Olympia and Masters Olympia competitions.
He is the fifth oldest bodybuilder to win an international federation for bodybuilding and fitness show at the age of 49.
PHIL HEATH (2011-2017)
Philip Jerrod heath was born on December 18, 1979, in Seattle Washington, USA.
He is 41 years of age.
His nickname the “the gift” or” the next big thing”
Philip Heath is 5 feet and 9 inches tall and weighs 240lb.
He is a seven-time Mr. Olympia winner as position 1,2 times position 2 Mr. Olympia,2 times position 3 Mr. Olympia, and once position 5.
SHAWN RHODEN 2018
Shawn Rhoden was born on April 2, 1975, in Kingston, Jamaica.
Rhoden is 46 years of age.
His nicknamed “the Jamaican muscle machine”.
Shawn is 5 feet and 10 inches tall and weighs 245lbs.
Known to be the oldest bodybuilder to ever have won the Mr. Olympia title at the age of 43.
BRANDON CURRY 2019
Brandon Curry was born on October 19, 1982, in Nashville, Tennessee, USA.
His nickname “the prodigy” or “beefcake”.
Brandon curry is 38 years old.
Brandon is 5 feet and 8 inches tall and weighs 255lb.
MAMDOUH ELSSBIAY 2020
Mamdouh Mohammed Hassan Elssbiay was born on September 16,1984at Kafr El Sheikh, Egypt.
His nickname is “the big Ramy”.
He is 5 feet and 9 inches tall and weighs 295 lb.
Mamdouh Elssbiay is the reigning and defending champion gorm r Olympia as of 2020.
Conclusion
Different bodybuilders have different unique factors. These factors range from their physical appearance of the body and the titles they have won. Bodybuilding training is a factor that boosts muscle growth and without it, even having the best diet, muscles will not grow. Everyone nowadays goes to the gym to keep their body fit including women.