The Mental Battle of Prep

[@ChrisBumstead]

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[@Davidtheswed]

I.m on dialys 4 times per week. And i work out for 1-1.5h in the small hospital gym before my treatment. I,m waiting for a new kidney and nothing can make me lose focus on my goals. In 1.5 year of working out, i lost 55 kg. Thanks for the inspiration!!!!

[@mathew_maldonado]

Keep up the good fight brother.

[@m4sonfirman]

Proud of you man, keep it up!

[@Amoneywasheree]

Your amazing keep working!!

[@cosmicskarky]

good work bro 💪

[@khalidantwi]

WE'RE ROOTING FOR YOU BRO!!!

[@badbehavior5470]

"The feelings are real, the behavior does not need to be effected by the feelings" is such a strong statement. I love this mentality, thank you Chris

[@HecticTKS]

This is the mentality of a champion

[@wbae1340]

LOL you mean the mentality of a cheater

[@zarpaz9907]

@@wbae1340 wth are you talking about

[@wbae1340]

@@zarpaz9907 oh just saying not impressed by a person/their “mentality” if they cheat and use drugs. They would have NOWHERE near the gains and progress without cheating. I’ve worked out consistently for over a decade, going through college, graduate school, having a baby, jobs, etc. So sorry that I’m not inspired by somebody who cheats and takes drugs for their gains

[@kkdorjiee7801]

This video is…this mentality is why he is the champion

[@StevenCanadianSniper]

yes babe

[@sahastrajitsingh2646]

That thing you said in the beginning, its actually very true. Strength comes from unknown corners of yourself when you're mentally trying to win a battle. That is what separates the standout from the crowd.

[@camaranpayne5355]

Duhhhh

[@lichh64]

True definition of mind-muscle connection.

[@Crispydagreat]

There's so many things in this video I enjoyed. Your pep talks Chris, your raw honesty, your life advice, everything is top notch. Everything I would expect from a Mr. Olympia. Also I love your taste in music, had me focusing on the background music in your sets🤣but yeah my guy i'm praying for you and I know you'll win this year's O!

[@igorgardini5895]

I'm from Brazil and I love Dino but you are pure inspiration Chris

[@thekapilsony4447]

I am big fan of you Igor❤❤❤

[@lanobarracao]

Por sermos brasileiros gostariamos de ver o Dino em 1⁰. Mas sabemos que o CBum é o cara.

[@thekapilsony4447]

@@lanobarracao I don't understand your language

[@Urdad705]

@@thekapilsony4447there’s a translate button Neanderthal

[@thekapilsony4447]

@@Urdad705 I haven't

[@sebastianstolpa]

The maturity with your mindset is so evident with not letting your mind convince you you’re not able to do the things you know you’re capable of 🙌

[@EndeavorabIe]

whatever you're weight you're lifting Chris, just remember to not take the risk of injury the closer you get to show day! I'm no professional but sometimes we need that reminder, I'm rooting for you champ! I was listening to a podcast the other day and the trainer was talking about how within the last 2-3 weeks of prep, realistically you're not putting on anymore muscle.

[@naturalpumpfitness1469]

He already knows that duh

[@LeandroBordakevich]

Dude it was also raising af and I was so close to not going to the gym. Saw your vid and decided to push through. Honestly your talks about mental health and the mental game are the very reason why I come back to your content ❤

[@Jaggerr556]

Your dedication is pure inspiration. Thank you for making such an impact on this generation of lifters.

[@chris_tianking7]

I pray all the best for you this olympia ✝️💪

[@AestheticChampion57]

Your dedication and hard work always inpiring me! Keep pushing through and remember that every rep brings you closer to your goals. You've got this! 💪💪💪

[@Icarus.mp3]

I am sick at the moment and I can’t hit the gym rn, watching this rn makes me so pumped to get better and get back in it

[@AssassinForPeace]

for real bruhh

[@fabianwipfler]

If there is only one thing everyone needs to learn from bodybuilding, it's mental strength training. Thanks for your honesty and wise words, Chris. It's those words that will make you a lasting legend.

[@lumen1715]

one minute cardio for every like ( Damn pray for me guy 1k likes 🙏😭)

[@jns9023]

You aint doin shit

[@g45manuel]

Gg

[@le_pingouinChristopher]

Good luck

[@Shistumontop69]

I did the 60th minute now , that's an houe

[@jordankeeble664]

If you need this to get up and do your cardio, it's already over

[@shawnwark7776]

Has there ever been a prep where you or your coach have said “we’re in a really good spot, let’s just maintain where we’re at for the next week(s)”? I’m guessing no, and that’s why you’re constantly setting the standard for everyone else to be judged by every year. Dig deep; you’ve got this!

[@Spychu1993]

Chris, thanks for the pep talk in the beginning. For the past three years, I've been working 70 hours a week, getting little sleep, and often I have to remind myself that it will end soon, and I have to keep moving forward. I don't lie to myself or fake that I am good; I try to overcome it despite being tired. This is why I admire you (besides being a good man, husband, father, mr.O, and many more, lol). You're honest, no fake, no super untouchable hero shit. Real as it gets

[@DMRCapitalHill]

70hrs. You are out of balance

[@Spychu1993]

@DMRCapitalHill Yes, but when you have debts, you can't afford the luxury of balance. Luckily, I'm changing jobs now, and by February, I'll be debt-free :) Those three years of grinding are so worth it.

[@localppc242]

@@Spychu1993I’m 50. Did that for little while. I can’t get that time back. The older you get the more you realize time is way more important than money. Cause you can’t buy time no matter what your financial situation is. If I could buy back the previous 2 yrs my life would be totally different. Wouldn’t have needed to work all that time to reach a goal 2 yrs later.

[@agmeister7446]

​​@@localppc242that is nonsense. He wants to become free of debt which is a necessity to finally have peace in many cases. He is not wasting his life, he is on a mission and looks like he is on his way to finishing it, so bravo to him.

[@danielc1592]

You did the right thing Bro, and I assume you’re young so you got plenty of time to “lose” don’t listen to these guys. Just get that stuff over with and you’ll be chillin

[@LightWeightYeahp]

I love this man. Im natural and Im cutting now with full restrictions. Honestly I feel a big amount of pressure go away when I see you say this. It is truly inspiering. Everytime Im cutting it is a constant battle with my mind. People around me honestly want me to fail my diet. Even my family hate it when I diet. (They see it as an insult because I can’t eat any tasty food) But this really makes me motivated to god damn get lean for once in my life. Im 3 weeks into my cutting and it is an extreme cut. I count all my calories and all that. No lazy pussy cut. Fuck all that. Back to the point. I always struggle with anxiety on my cuts, hard time sleeping etc.. But watching this and just knowing that you are going thrue this pain helps me so much. I feel you’re pain, literally. And it makes me happy honestly on the inside, Im not alone!

[@sam22312]

Bro don’t “extreme” cut, you will just lose muscle. Go on a 200-300 calorie deficit from your normal maintenance for 2-3 months, dropping 50-100 calories every month or so and watch how lean you get.

[@LightWeightYeahp]

@@sam22312 Yeah but I can’t do that. I’ve done about 8 cuts in 2 years. I’ve tried 300-500 calories per day to for 20 days. I went to the hospital the last day obviousley hahaha. But I was just fine. Everything was fine on all the tests. I only felt like I was gonna die. I knew I burnt muscles, but lost 10kg in 20 days. Helped me to kick start my journey. I’ve done carnivore 5 different times 1,5k calories per day. Now Im still eating carbs with 2k calories and strict 190-200g of protein per day. I’ve learnt to know how extreme I could push my body. I’ve pushed it so damn much just for the science of it. But now according to science and my experience I can measure by strength at the gym to see if I lose any at all. Nothing yet after 3 weeks (no decrease). Which is a sign that it works. Im losing fat only, and a very small amount of muscle if any. But Im 19, I can build muscle up easy after another year of eating normal. But this cut plan is for 3-4 more weeks. Which I’ve confirmed with trusted sources will work enough to maintain and lose ALOT of fat. I’ve lost 60-70 pounds of fat in 14 months with eating well, and training super hard.

[@LightWeightYeahp]

@@sam22312 I just love the thrill of extreme challenges.

[@DMRCapitalHill]

If you got people wants you to fail your cut get those people the fuck away from you

[@LightWeightYeahp]

@@DMRCapitalHill Easier said then done. I got somewhat of support from 2 friends ngl. But if you cut everyone out, who do you have left? Gotta find an inbetween.⚖️

[@mr_ag4351]

I love the atmosphere and the calmness of these videos

[@YhAndrewGaming]

Im also 3.5 weeks out from my first ever natural bodybuilding show!! These videos are a life saver 🥵

[@W3NNIS]

Good luck man, its something you'll remember forever. Live in the moment, be present!

[@YhAndrewGaming]

@@W3NNIS thanks man!! I could do With all the support… this prep has been so hard lol

[@ZonaFit1985]

Man I wish I had the balls. Lol

[@PulseX247]

why say natural? Chris is also natural bro

[@YhAndrewGaming]

@@PulseX247 Please tell me your joking… also people assume your taking something if you compete so i feel the need to say natural

[@Metal_Mastery]

Chris, you're like a human supercomputer! Even when you're tired, you still manage to push past limits and inspire the rest of us. Keep crushing it, and can't wait to see you dominate the Olympia stage again! 💪🔥

[@meganbetts9624]

Just came off prep & competing…. That tiredness is real! Thank you for expressing your take on it, helps me feel like I’m not alone.

[@FreshDougan]

Finding the motivation to better ourselves when things get tough is hard. I have 3 kids under 3. Working full time from home and I just gave up on lifting and eating healthy for a while. But we can't take care of others if we neglect our own health.

[@AutumnHaunts]

This might be strange to say, but your videos have helped me realize how bad of a relationship I have with myself. That fatigued feeling you describe is what I have felt every single day for the past three years thanks to anorexia. I literally treat myself like shit. This has been so eye opening for me. I gotta eat 🥲

[@kennynakawaki]

I’m currently on my first ever cut at age 23. Watching Chris also cutting down for the Olympia just motivates me even more to continue keeping at it 💪🏻

[@ibrahimdagher1779]

I love how they’re always ready to shoot as soon as he reaches the location, this is time managment no bullshit, heads up king c❤️

[@milesyounghamilton]

Amazing to get inside your head to understand 1% of what makes you such a success

[@zim1970]

His commitment and dedication year after year is so impressive, hope he picks up another title👍

[@judejay2971]

Lot of love and support from New Zealand Champ. You're a true inspiration to everyone. Not only in bodybuilding but overall as a good human being .

[@geoffreydavis6389]

I always love it When Chris delves into his mindset .

[@jessmungovan3127]

Nothing wrong with crying. The fact that Chris cries and shows it shows me he's a man that's not afraid to be vulnerable and that's wonderful😊

[@billj4525]

What a beast. Chris just gets stronger and stronger and looks better and better. It's almost as if he's stronger this close to the show. Very impressive.

[@alexpapadimitriou6242]

Champion mindset and an inspiration- he makes life mindset relatable 💯

[@jerzyhidalgo4264]

You’r the best, in Mexico, we say “eres mi gallo” so let’s go for that 2024 Mr. Olympia 💪🏻

[@ryankirby]

Cbum Shoulders & Arm Day 3.5 weeks out Battle for mr Olympia 2024 (Classic physique division) Intro 0:00 Talks 0:04 Arms (Biceps&Triceps) 1 Db Biceps Curls 4:53 2&3. Single Arm DB Preacher (Neutral grip) 6:09 Supersets with Supersets with Decline Db SkullCrushers 7:31 4&5. Db Hammer Curl 10:32 Supersets Cable Triceps overhead Extension 11:09 6&7. Ez bar Spider curls 12:03 Supersets with Reverse Grip Triceps Pushdowns 12:03 Shoulders 1. DB Shoulder Press 8:04 2. DB Lateral Raise 12:03 Talks #2 12:03 Enjoy mates 🇦🇺

[@morgankennedy7083]

12:20 dude his shoulders are huge from this angle. Dad CBum has planets for shoulders

[@TheOreo2008]

Pure insanity 😮‍💨

[@tyler_herron]

Keep digging deep brotha!! We are all here cheering you on! You got this Champ!

[@alissavasquez303]

I needed to hear this .. going through my prep for my first show. ❤

[@jayraoanti-agency]

U got this CBum!

[@neb-yr5589]

Immigrant song and Free Bird in the playlist? Damn 🙌

[@Lukasz_Stelmaszczyk]

Feels inspired thank you! All the best on the Olympia!

[@lucifer5503]

He'll fuck up the division with that physique, A DEFINITE STANDARD BEING SET

[@Tony-m3p1v]

3.5 Weeks Out! To The 6 Time Mr. Glizzy Champion!!! 😄

[@twilithycurves]

Chris you'll always be a motivation for all of us. Keep going!! Can't wait to congratulate you on win number #6 🏆🐐

[@tobeezieo]

Your dedication and hard work are truly inspiring

[@cnegi]

Ramon, Urs and Wesley praying that you will drop for this olympia? No man, they are only hyped to battle with you.

[@arsalidrees1853]

And then there is Wesley, doing guest shows. Man! this year 's gonna be awesome.

[@UKBrighty]

Let’s go!! True inspiration to this generation good luck💪

[@harba0452]

Calvin's scream had me rolling 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣i had a tear of laughing hard 🤣

[@markbarrow8857]

I love the fact i watched this last night my 2 year old daughter had me up at 4am this morning and i wanted to get one more gym session befpre headimg off back to work true insparation

[@eightso8263]

If a man should strive to be like anyone it should be Cbum. Great father, person, and role model

[@DMRCapitalHill]

I strive to be like ME not another man outside of me

[@eightso8263]

@@DMRCapitalHill how bro felt after saying this 😈👹😈👹😈👹

[@trealexander4808]

The fact that Cbum Name Dropped Wesley just shows that even HE knows Wesley will be in the Top 4! Which makes me SUPER happy for Wesley!

[@Tony-m3p1v]

And Still!!!! Mr. Glizzy Champion Of The World!!! 🌎 😄

[@korkyybuchek6133]

hairline gains on point

[@frankthedukes1564]

is cbum the nicest body builder of all time? just a good dude.....

[@Rezchre]

KZbin is always great to see your videos❤️💎

[@Johnymuenster1]

SEE YOU ON THE OLYMPIA 👊🏼❤️

[@fitnkhantastic]

Arrgggghhh!!! 😅

[@groovyhoovy2606]

This might sound stupid but these videos really help with my motivation for school engineering is hard but these kinds of videos make it seem easier

[@fr0sty_nugz]

Im only 17 been working out since 16 i want to be a bodybuilder at the highest level in the future, very possible for me watching these videos always gives me an insight on how it is to be a pro bodybuilder

[@MarkBates566]

You seem like you have an inner peace re prep this year

[@ChrisBumstead]

🙏🏻

[@POVWorkouts]

Great content and your dedication is unmatched!

[@joshuaacosta6823]

Let’s get some love for Calvin’s filmmaking. Holy smokes. And that intro monologue was soo real. CBUM 6x incoming

[@Falconbirdbrain]

Push through the pain, this is the way

[@trevorburkhalter8113]

I am a chiropractor and I was literally writing in a patient note about doing decompression when he started talking about utilizing it. WILD timing on that one

[@Jannajx5]

Chris looking freakier than ever honestly

[@billj4525]

He does. He's better and more freaky liking then ever from what I can see so far. He's stronger on the weights, or at least equal as well. Things look great for him. Chris really is a beast. He's a very smart guy who knows what he's doing. There are some tougher challenges this year, but I have no doubt Chris will come out on top.

[@jayraoanti-agency]

8:04 CBum be sounding like a men's tennis player

[@C-Bofit]

Damn, the feelings are real, but not letting the feelings affect my behavior. Real

[@CarlosGSantos]

Its impossible not to like this guy even for a Ramon suporter like me. Best of luck

[@john.k8732]

We got chris with his sam sulek yap session in the car before gta6

[@Not26416]

This is gonna be between Cbum and Wessley!

[@whitneyspencer9735]

Thanks for inspiring me just now. Was sitting in my car outside the gym contemplating if I should go in. Tired today but gonna push through, just like you're doing

[@UntilWeRich]

But, you already drove there. Might as well go in.

[@Gramkan]

Chris preaching the mindset, Dr Density would be proud

[@klouds2920]

3:55 he just confirmed he ain’t retiring

[@alexmadgic6602]

He must win 9 olympia to become the best of all time. He is not even 30..

[@kek8230]

He literally openly says that he won't retire not even 3 minutes later

[@o0oStillWeRiseo0o]

haha told yall

[@johannespitkamaki1369]

He will soon as he loses olympia title. Hes fragile ego cant handle that. Tbf we aint that far from it since he got bubble gut and bulky open bodybuilding style and body. Wesley wissers aint bigger than him we all know this but he just looks way much better than cris

[@kek8230]

@@johannespitkamaki1369 you're so fucking delusional

[@jeffbudreau-fw6vd]

Cbum you got it 5 times you know what to do!! # 6 baby!!!!!

[@BingoMactavanish]

Very inspiring! Looking awesome!

[@pabloblascocarrascosa5425]

Love your Gym & playlist bro ❤😊

[@sergioguayerbas]

I like the simplicity of videos. Are amazing the cuality of lift

[@california94]

Stay strong 💪🏼 you got this champ

[@georgesabeh6648]

Daddy cbum the goat🙏🏻

[@TherealEddyfroston]

I dont even really like bodybuilding but this inspires me, I think Im going to miss youtube some day

[@VietSum-y7v]

drop sets make the workout so much more intense gotta do them cbum

[@romainswiatek9378]

THe best guy in the bodybuilding universe is here boys !

[@hazygamezz7910]

Those plate loaded Arsenal shoulder press machines are awesome.

[@danherrin7691]

The fatigue and battle of getting contest lean is no joke! Anyone who has gone through it knows how it is. Those who haven't, only see the results, but don't know what actually goes on "behind the scenes." It can be a total mind-fuck.

[@rockcreekoutdoors5965]

We need a cbum gym playlist. I know I heard Free Bird, One last Breath, & Bleed it Out! lol

[@HardikKalsekarvlogs]

I am going to join my gym back again after 4 months of being wastful and not eat right these videos pop-up and make u want to put in more hard work

[@arnabdas2967]

His shoulders are popping out more than anyone else in the run

[@mga1978able]

My belly sticks out more than my pp do.

[@strager2020]

Keep on winning Chris until ur health permits u to push harder.

[@JTD472]

I figured it would’ve been posted already but I haven’t seen it, so here’s an obligatory mention of the Patton quote: “Fatigue makes cowards of us all” (Some people attribute this quote to Vince Lombardi, but most likely got it from Patton IMO based on the timeline and Lombardi beginning work at West Point, etc)

[@tombryan1]

That look, a whole new level, impressive

[@wendelldias4566]

Cbum The best ever 🔥 💪🏆 🏆 🏆 🏆 🏆 🏆

[@ivan_pavlenko23]

Chris ….. YOUR A BEAST!

[@Giodel209]

Whenever i think of your prep, i just think of that clip in your old intro where Hany yells, “COME ON CHRIS”

[@braedongilmore3145]

Cbum maybe be the only person on social media that has zero haters 😂😂

[@nicholasphillips4408]

Always posting when I’m in class

[@THELACKNIGHT]

up to when he stops competing i dont see anyone beating this natural monster

[@muhammadshaheryar4734]

6x Mr. Olympia. Soon