Why Chris Bumstead’s Move to Open Bodybuilding is a Risky Gamble

[Prince]

If you follow my content, I’ve said many times that I feel that Chris Bumstead is the future of bodybuilding and fitness as a whole. He reminds me of Greg Plitt, who I worked with for years before his unfortunate passing.

With everything going for Chris Bumstead and his recent retirement announcement following his Olympia win, I’m left baffled as to why he wants to compete in a Men’s Open show.

Sure, I get the fact that he “wants to see how he does.” But at what cost?

After dominating the Classic Physique division many and retiring as a six-time Mr. Olympia champion, his decision to compete in Men’s Open Bodybuilding raises serious questions about his legacy, health, and long-term professional prospects.

I’m not here to tell Chris what to do, but I’m going to lay out a few things that really concern me about him jumping out of retirement so quickly to compete in the Men’s Open at the Prague Pro.

It should be noted that Chris has NOT said he’s completely returning and coming back as an Open Bodybuilder. It appears he’s only coming back to do one show and dip his toes in the water to see how he compares standing next to some of the big boys.

Why Chris Bumstead’s Move to Open Bodybuilding is a Risky Gamble - IronMag Labs Bodybuilding Supplements

by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN If you follow my content, I’ve said many times that I feel that Chris Bumstead is the future of bodybuilding and fitness as a whole. He reminds me of Greg Plitt, who I worked with for years before his unfortunate passing. With everything going for Chris Bumstead and

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[WickedWarlock]

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[Smont]

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[WickedWarlock]

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[Screwtape]

I knew bodybuilding magazines were dead when I had to flick through a dozen pages of muscletech ads before even reaching the table of contents.