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Make Your Plans for the Olympia
As the top athletes in the world begin their contest prep, organizers of Olympia Weekend are busy preparing for the most anticipated event of the year. After pulling off what many have described as a miracle last year, overcoming the challenges of a global pandemic, event producers are eager to welcome fans back to Orlando, while taking the Olympia experience to another level.
Tasked with one of the industry’s most challenging jobs, Olympia President Dan Solomon remains laser focused, “Last year we managed to create an epic stage production with only 5 weeks to plan. So you can only imagine what we’ve got up our sleeves this year with the benefit of a full production timeline. The 2021 Olympia will deliver a fan experience unlike any this sport has ever seen.”
With VIP Packages already sold out, exhibitor booths selling fast, and regular tickets now on sale, momentum continues to build for an event that continues to test the boundaries in stage production while attracting more celebrities each year.
Located near several of the world’s most popular theme parks, Orlando’s Orange County Convention Center received big reviews last year, giving fans a true “under one roof” connected experience. As part of this year’s expansion, the Olympia will have two host hotels, both conveniently connected to the convention center. The Hyatt Regency Orlando (already sold out) along with the spectacular Rosen Centre Hotel are two of the areas top hotels, both with resort style pools, restaurants and great gathering spots – discounted Olympia rates are now available.
With certain details still yet to be revealed, plans have already been announced for the newly imagined OLYMPIA WORLD FITNESS FESTIVAL (formerly known as the Expo), a gathering of fitness minded brands, events, activities, and the most passionate fitness enthusiasts you’ll find anywhere. Learn more about exhibitor opportunities at MrOlympia.com.
Under the direction of owner Jake Wood, Olympia Weekend continues to evolve as it enters its 57th year. “I spend a great deal of time imagining the true potential of the Olympia. I’m not afraid to dream big and bold. The athletes deserve the best possible experience and so do the fans.”
This year’s Olympia will include a record 11 IFBB Professional League sanctioned divisions, including the debut of the Olympia Wellness Division, giving way to nearly 1.5 million in prize money. President Jim Manion adds, “There is only one Olympia. We are proud of how far the event has come. After everything we’ve all gone through over the last year, it will be amazing seeing everyone back together in October. This is one you won’t want to miss.”
If you want to experience the Olympia in a whole new way, register to compete at the Amateur Olympia Orlando, opened to all NPC athletes. This pro qualifier has emerged as one of the year’s best competitive experiences, allowing athletes to truly become a part of the biggest week of the year.
Trifecta presents Joe Weider’s Olympia Fitness & Performance Weekend, brought to you by Wings of Strength. Purchase tickets now before the good seats are gone. For more event info, including schedules, sponsor opportunities, Amateur Olympia registration, hotel info, and tickets, visit MrOlympia.com.
Danial Zamani Benches a Massive 744lbs, Closes in on World Record
Danial Zamani bench presses 744lbs as he claws towards the world record.
There’s a new bench press beast in town and he goes by the name Danial Zamani. Looking to break the world record held by Julius Maddox, Zamani recently benched a staggering 744lbs. That’s in striking distance of the current record of 782.6lbs.
There are very few humans that can bench press over 700lbs. It’s just not something you see every day. Yet despite that fact two monsters of men have emerged in recent years to achieve that feat and more. Julius Maddox is the current world record holder, breaking his own record and setting a new one at 782.6lbs. Maddox’s goal is to bench 800lbs. But Iranian powerlifter Danial Zamani is hot on his heels.
Looking to crush the world record himself, Danial Zamani has been putting in countless hours at the gym. The powerlifter has put up some impressive numbers in the past and is only getting stronger. Julius Maddox acknowledged that Zamani could prove to be a legitimate threat to his title, motivating him to stay on top of his game.
Massive Strength
As he continues to battle towards capturing the world record title, Danial Zamani is putting up some pretty serious numbers. His most recent training video shows Zamani lifting a massive 337.5kg or 744lbs. It’s a feat few have accomplished and it’s only less than 40lbs away from the world record.
The Iranian powerlifter posted this training video on Instagram, showcasing his incredible strength.
Here is today’s workout top set 337.5 second heaviest raw bench press all time
I had some fear and hesitated doing it today because there is still pain in my left pectoralis but I did it because I promised myself and the the world. Trusting in God and hard work , I will reach 350 kg in a month as my plan.
It’s clear that Danial Zamani has what it takes to challenge for the world record. He says his next goal is to bench press 771lbs by next month. Julius Maddox better be training hard because Zamani has truly become a serious threat to his title.
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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!
Kai Greene Reveals Incredible Physique at 317Lbs
Kai Greene reveals an impressive physique.
While he may or may not make a return to action, Kai Greene is proving he still has it. Recently Kai revealed his impressive 317lb physique and he looks jacked and shredded.
Kai Greene is an absolute beast of a man. The veteran bodybuilder is always putting in work and keeping himself in great condition. Whether he is looking to step on stage or simply maintain his condition, Kai is always pushing himself to be the best version of himself.
Rumors have been circulating that Kai Greene has been flirting with the idea of a comeback. Many of these rumors have been debunked in the past. So many people have been waiting fir him to make a return to the stage in recent years. Despite that fact, Kai hasn’t made a competitive appearance since 2017. With that said, he’s still maintained his incredible condition.
Recently Kai shared a physique update on his social media. While it wasn’t necessarily out of the norm, what was truly shocking was the reveal that Kai currently weighs 317lbs.
While he may be weighing in over 300lbs, Kai Greene is looking just as jacked and shredded as ever. His physique looks so impressive in fact that he looks stage ready.
Kai Greene never fails to impress. He truly looks impressive and could easily be competitive against any of the top pros in the world. With many people wondering if Kai will compete again, this recent update lends credence to the idea that he could make a return.
What do you think of Kai Greene and his current physique?
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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…
After Terrible Pec Injury, Ryan Crowley Shows Unbreakable Mindset in Recovery
Ryan Crowley has been putting in some serious work.
After suffering a terrible pec tear, Ryan Crowley appears to be making great strides in his recovery. The young bodybuilder is showing a truly unbreakable mindset as he battles his way back to his former glory.
It takes a bulletproof mindset to come back from a major injury and become better than you were before. Major injuries can completely derail an athlete’s career. Knee injuries, shoulder injuries, there are so many that can completely alter an athletes life. But some individuals are capable of taking terrible situations and making the most out of them. In fact, some of them can even excel.
Enter Ryan Crowley.
By now Ryan Crowley has become well known in recent memory for a certain incident. While training with Larry Wheels, Crowley injured his pec in one of the most hard to watch training videos ever. It was a truly terrifying occurrence for the young bodybuilder who hoped to further improve upon his physique.
Many bodybuilders will tell you that after certain severe injuries it can be hard to bounce back. That was also the case for Ryan Crowley. He was doing pretty well with his recovery when he sadly reported that he once again injured his pec. Certainly not the kind of news you want to hear after doing so well with the initial recovery. But it appears that he didn’t let that get him down. Rather than the second injury throwing him off his game, Crowley redoubled his efforts to recover.
Battling Back
It’s clear that Ryan Crowley is a man possessed. He isn’t content to simply sit back and accept his lot in life. Instead Crowley is choosing to defy the odds and come back stronger after his pec injuries.
Now Ryan Crowley has gone from being injured to clawing his way back to his previous glory. The young bodybuilder is hoping to not only improve upon himself, but inspire others while doing it.
ALWAYS WANT MORE ?
Run towards everything and say YES let’s fkn go!!
Ryan Crowley has become a real inspiration to those facing terrible injuries. After almost two months in recovery, Crowley is certainly on the way to getting back to his prior greatness.
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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
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
Classic Physique:
Men’s Physique:
Women’s Bodybuilding: Nadia Capotosto
Women’s Physique: Tanya Chartrand
Figure: Jessica Reyes Padilla
Fitness:
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Bikini:
Bikini Masters 40+:
Bikini Masters 50+:
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!
Talking Huge With Craig Golias | EP 4: Muscle Implants, Brad Castleberry Lifts, & Should Brian Shaw Retire?
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Craig Golias and Vlad Yudin discuss the World’s Strongest Man 2021, muscle implants and synthol in bodybuilding, plus much more!
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 Tom Stoltman’s win at the World’s Strongest Man 2021, synthol injections, muscle implants, and the challenge of buying clothes as a mass monster.
This episode is jam packed with topics ranging from news, funny thoughts, and deep dives into bodybuilding culture. With this past weekend holding the World’s Strongest Man 2021 finals, Craig talks about not only Tom Stoltman’s win but Brian Shaw’s second place finish. Should he retire or keep pushing for another win? He also discuss shortcuts in bodybuilding – specifically synthol and muscle implants. Also discussed is financial planning in bodybuilding, how to buy clothes when you are huge, and Brad Castleberry’s supposed fake weight lifts. Let’s jump into it!
Does Brad Castleberry Lift Fake Weight?
This is a topic that has long been debated in the bodybuilding community. It’s true that Brad Castleberry has strayed away from his massive viral lifts in recent years. That being said, the fake weight reputation has stuck. Whenever his name is brought up in bodybuilding – a debate is likely to follow.
Vlad asked Craig Golias directly what he believes regarding Brad Castleberry and the fake weight accusations. Golias falls exactly 50/50 on the topic. He doesn’t know him personally. Some of the lifts to him seem too heavy to be real. But he does acknowledge that some of his videos take place in public gyms – where it would be harder to use fake weights.
Ultimately, Craig Golias doesn’t understand why he doesn’t just prove it once and for all. If it’s really not fake – have a live video with a trusted in-person spectator to prove the weights are real. Not only would it end the debate, it would likely get a lot of attention. A great way to get another viral video.
Synthol and Muscle Implants
Vlad Yudin also dives in deep with Craig Golias on the topic of synthol and muscle implants. First talking about synthol, Golias is completely against them. He believes they are trash and no real bodybuilder should use them. It goes against the real reason people live the bodybuilding lifestyle – to train and work hard for perfecting the body.
He does admit that he’s heard rumors a lot of pro bodybuilders used synthol in very small doses to perfect weak areas. Specifically, he heard rumor this was happening in the late 90s and early 2000s. Though he wasn’t present himself during that time – so he can’t claim it as a definite hard truth.
Vlad Yudin also brings up muscle implants. Less popular in the United States, other countries are more open to implants to improve the physique when it comes to muscle. Craig is more open to this idea – but certainly not for competitive bodybuilding. He also touches on traditional implants such as breast implants or butt implants. Craig finds it unfair that some cultures shame women for this. In his mind, if bodybuilders can use steroids to enhance their physique, why can’t women use implants to look how they want?
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 clothing for bodybuilders, finances in bodybuilding, and more in our latest episode above. Make sure to check out Talking Huge every week on Friday – only on the Generation Iron Fitness Network!
Calum von Moger is Looking Much Improved as He Ramps Up Training
Calum von Moger is looking impressive as he undergoes intense training.
Calum von Moger has always pushed to be the best version of himself. The Australian bodybuilder’s recent training session shows a man motivated to improve. There’s no question that Calum von Moger has built an impressive physique and has continued to improve this 2021.
Bodybuilding is all about transformation. If you aren’t pushing your body to transform then what’s the point of lifting all that weight. Bodybuilding is also about patience and trusting the process. Without the ability to be patient it’ll be near impossible to see the kind of results you desire. Calum von Moger knows a thing or two about transforming his physique as well as being patient.
There was a time where things seemed grim for Calum von Moger. A series of injuries would sideline him for quite some time. But like any other top athlete with an indomitable will, Calum battled back and has made some impressive progress since recovering.
One day you just stop caring what others think and do what you have to do. That’s when you become unstoppable.
Making Solid Gains
Calum von Moger is no doubt a very influential figure in the bodybuilding and fitness game. His mix of genuine passion for competition as well as his desire to motivate and inspire people has made him a household name. When he battled back from his bicep tear and knee injuries, many gained a newfound respect for the popular bodybuilder.
Since making his return to action, Calum von Moger has remained consistent and continues to improve. He also continues to inspire his followers looking for that extra push in the gym.
Falling back doesn’t mean giving up, but to let things go and observe the circumstances to the core. The art of letting go off things is very tough, but once achieved, it can give us mental peace.
2021 has been a good year for Calum von Moger so far. Not only has he improved upon his already impressive physique, Calum is making some well executed business moves as well. The Australian bodybuilder has a pop up shop coming to Venice where he hopes to continue to build his brand.
Fans of Calum von Moger surely won’t want to miss an opportunity to see him in person. After the harrowing past year and a half, it’s no doubt an exciting opportunity for the fans to meet a true inspiration like Calum.
If Calum von Moger continues on this trajectory, there’s really no telling how far he could go.
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