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Mike Ashley, a respected veteran bodybuilder known for winning the 1990 Arnold Classic and competing naturally his entire career, joined a podcast with hosts including Milos Sarcev, Dennis James, and Chris Cormier. Ashley, now 65, confirmed he's been lifetime natural, even today, with high testosterone levels naturally around 900, drawing amazement from the hosts. Ashley discussed his disciplined lifestyle, emphasizing genetics, strict diet (high calories, moderate protein, high carbs, and MCT oils), and intense training (powerlifting and bodybuilding).
The hosts praised Mike’s consistent physique and disciplined lifestyle. Ashley described how he competed and succeeded against steroid-using competitors, offering $10,000 to anyone who could prove otherwise through a failed drug test—an offer never taken up.
They debated modern bodybuilding, agreeing today's athletes are larger but often less focused on posing and conditioning. Ashley advocated strongly for improved posing, emphasizing its value in showcasing physique and entertaining fans. He argued today's pros often lack presentation skills and encouraged competitors to take posing seriously, as it can make a huge competitive difference.
The group also briefly discussed recent bodybuilding competitions, critiquing Samson Dauda’s approach at the Arnold Classic, Derek Lunsford's winning improvements, and Andrew Jacked's potential. Milos passionately debated men's physique competitors needing to show legs, supporting Arnold Schwarzenegger’s recent comments, and called for changes in judging criteria.
The video also touched humorously on audience feedback about their chaotic conversational style, clarifying that their spontaneous, genuine interaction style is intentional and authentic, akin to friends chatting off-camera.
The hosts praised Mike’s consistent physique and disciplined lifestyle. Ashley described how he competed and succeeded against steroid-using competitors, offering $10,000 to anyone who could prove otherwise through a failed drug test—an offer never taken up.
They debated modern bodybuilding, agreeing today's athletes are larger but often less focused on posing and conditioning. Ashley advocated strongly for improved posing, emphasizing its value in showcasing physique and entertaining fans. He argued today's pros often lack presentation skills and encouraged competitors to take posing seriously, as it can make a huge competitive difference.
The group also briefly discussed recent bodybuilding competitions, critiquing Samson Dauda’s approach at the Arnold Classic, Derek Lunsford's winning improvements, and Andrew Jacked's potential. Milos passionately debated men's physique competitors needing to show legs, supporting Arnold Schwarzenegger’s recent comments, and called for changes in judging criteria.
The video also touched humorously on audience feedback about their chaotic conversational style, clarifying that their spontaneous, genuine interaction style is intentional and authentic, akin to friends chatting off-camera.
