Natural bodybuilding, literally, is an activity that does not rely on any medication to aid and is entirely based on a unique training and nutrition program to shape the bodybuilder. It is like a tireless miner, digging deep into the potential of individual genes, giving up the shortcut of relying on "technology" and choosing a path closer to nature and healthier. In stark contrast to those bodybuilding methods that rely on drugs such as anabolic steroids, natural bodybuilding is like a clear stream, pursuing the perfect evolution of the body in a more natural way, so it is more accepted and loved by the majority of fitness enthusiasts.
Unlike professional bodybuilding leagues, which allow the use of drugs, natural bodybuilding competitions implement strict drug testing policies for athletes to ensure fairness and a sense of justice in the competition. Such strict rules ensure that each athlete's achievements are based on their own efforts and talents. Today, Lao Shen will take you to take a look at the 6 most outstanding natural bodybuilders in history.
Paul Kruger
In the world of natural fitness, Paul Krueger is a shining star, known for his outstanding achievements in the PNBA (Natural Bodybuilding Alliance) and INBA (International Natural Bodybuilding Federation). Just a few weeks after receiving his Pro Card, he won the 2021 Natural Olympia Bodybuilding Competition on the bodybuilding stage of a hotel in Las Vegas, USA, with his outstanding prowess. However, behind this brilliant achievement, Krueger has been quietly cultivating the amateur bodybuilding field for 25 years. His success was like a fireworks that bloomed overnight, and suddenly amazed the entire bodybuilding world.
Mike O'Hearn
Mike O'Hearn has a great reputation in the fitness world and is revered as the "King of Hercules". He is a four-time INBA Mr. Natural Universe Champion and is widely regarded as one of the 12 most iconic physique in fitness history. His charm is everywhere, he has appeared on the covers of more than 500 magazines, and has become the "king of natural bodybuilding" in the hearts of countless people. Despite the skepticism, his position in natural bodybuilding is unassailable, as he consistently passes rigorous drug testing.
Ulysses Williams
Ulysses Williams, affectionately known as "Brother Braid" in China, is very popular in China, famous for his chocolate-like 8-pack abs, and has tens of millions of fans on the Internet. He is a natural bodybuilder who has taken a prominent position in the Natural Bodybuilding Federation with his streak of 24 natural bodybuilding competitions.
Meshak Ochinin
Meshak Ochin's striking resemblance to professional bodybuilding legend Ronnie Coleman, as well as his extraordinary muscle size, dimension, separation, and dryness, often sparked speculation about his steroid use. However, he was known as the "Ronnie Kuhlman of nature" and went on to win several bodybuilding competitions in organizations such as INBA and Nanbf, making him one of the most successful athletes in the sport.
John Hansen
John Hansen is a legend in the world of natural bodybuilding, a three-time winner of the Nature Olympiad, a two-time Mr. Nature title, and the winner of the inaugural Mr. Nature Olympia. He is widely regarded as one of the finest natural bodybuilders in history.
Hansen is also an accomplished writer and the author of the book Nature Bodybuilding published by Human Dynamics magazine. As a height 1A 75-meter bodybuilder, who weighed 90 kilograms at the time of the season, almost touched the limit of muscle growth in natural conditions for that height. He achieved a balance of muscle mass and weight, which is very difficult to achieve without the aid of medication.
Derek Joe
Derek Joe ventured into the world of amateur natural bodybuilding in 2020 and quickly made his mark in the sport, winning the 2021 Natural Olympia Men's Classical Bodybuilding Open. With just two years of outstanding performances, he has made the leap to the top of the world's natural bodybuilders.
Natural bodybuilders have long faced skepticism from the outside world, especially those with strong physiques whose figures seem to be beyond the reach of ordinary people, which has led to questions about their "natural" identity, leading to deep thinking about the word "natural". Although rigorous drug testing is conducted before each match, some fans still have doubts about the impartiality and comprehensiveness of the tests. What do you think about this phenomenon?