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It’s interesting to see massive bodybuilders back in the day like Dorian Yates and Toney Freeman pushing health these days. I’m a fan of both gentleman and have much respect for their new outlook on life. Going from a bodybuilder to a health advocate can’t be easy.
You have two men who were larger than life with muscles on top of muscles being known by the world for their appearance all of a sudden downsizing to a fraction of their bodybuilder frame. But why? For health reasons.
Bodybuilding, with its emphasis on extreme muscle development and rigorous competition seasons, has long been associated with a disciplined lifestyle, intensive training regimens, and strict dietary plans.
However, the long-term implications of this sport on health can be absolutely detrimental, leading many seasoned bodybuilders to shift their focus from building massive physiques to becoming advocates for overall health and well-being.
Another example of this is Dexter Jackson. Toward the end of his career, he had to add a ton of size just to compete with guys like Big Ramy, Phil Heath, and other top-five Olympia finishers. He knew it wasn’t healthy… we all did. And after he retired, he drastically downsized his physique.
In this article, we will dive deeper and explore the reasons behind this transition, the health risks associated with prolonged bodybuilding, and the major changes these athletes make in their training, nutrition, and supplement/drug use.
The Tipping Point: Why Bodybuilders Turn into Health Advocates - IronMag Labs Bodybuilding Supplements
by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN It’s interesting to see massive bodybuilders back in the day like Dorian Yates and Toney Freeman pushing health these days. I’m a fan of both gentleman and have much respect for their new outlook on life. Going from a bodybuilder to a health advocate can’t be...
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