THIS MUST BE A JOKE…REACTING TO MY 5TH PLACE FINISH

[@bryanbrady3514]

Christian needs to put the same effort into the off-season that he does in prep to really put in size. We need an off-season series to hold him accountable.

[@ITSBRADD]

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[@alex1432]

He doesn’t actually like bodybuilding. He works out for 3 months out of the year when he jumps on tons of drugs. Then goes back to eating like shit, alcohol, pizza, etc for 9 months and basically stops working out for months at a time

[@ITSBRADD]

Haters are nothing but confused admirers @alex

[@DarylOgalino]

Truth. Off season prep is truly important just as contest prep. Prep never ends.

[@christianguzman]

Thumbs this comment up for an off-season bulking series 👍🏽

[@Chris_Deja]

I hope you see this comment lol I’m the guy who took first in your class at USA’s, but I appreciate the compliments bro. 🙏🏻 those stage shot comparison videos and pics are crazy though, where could I get those? Haha

[@NicoGee1]

Damn, why don’t you have a youtube Channel Chris?! U shredded like cheese🔥🧀

[@VidzMisc]

The judges got the placings correct. Christian is way too undersized compared to you guys. He needs to snap out of it 😂

[@johnnylowpez]

Start your KZbin channel bro!!!!

[@MillAA]

Great job chris

[@Chris_Deja]

@@johnnylowpez don’t have anyone to hold a camera for me and don’t know how to do all the editing haha

[@SimonBGG]

Summer shredding series is dope, but I would LOVE to see a Offseason-series where you're as dedicated with packing on size/muscle as with getting lean in the Summer shredding series. :)

[@C-24-Brandan]

Youre definitely in shape and put the work in. However mens physique guys esp ifbb pros are built and as big/bigger than classic physique guys are. If you get your back, bigger and better and maybe a little bigger all around I think you'd stand a much better chance of getting your ifbb pro card. Best of luck and keep killing it

[@CozyMigs]

Agreed, the size difference is the only thing holding back

[@C-24-Brandan]

@@CozyMigs yeah the guys in mens physique are basically classic physique with no weight cap wearing board shorts now a days. Conditioning and looking good won't get it done or a pro card in that division anymore

[@mikeneemia3678]

Rules are changing next year restricting this now. Better chance then evens the field.

[@CMHorseTraining]

not me tearing up at the end. Christian you have been the biggest source of inspiration for me since i started watching you in 2015 but even more so the last 3 years. I look up to you and I aspire to be a person of value and great character like you. So grateful

[@NightLetterLondon]

well done to you Christian. so honest, so genuine, so 'real'. and by the way, many of us here think you could've got 4th. the 4th place guy did not have a very pleasing overall physique, and, most tellingly, he had considerable gyno. i really can't see why this is not considered by the judges as a Big negative. it should be a points deduction straight away. all the best to you man.

[@richardrodriguez9098]

To be honest with you Christian you will need more size to compete to these guys! And just learning the poses that make your strong points stand out more .. Good luck 😎!! 💪🏻🏆

[@alexwynveen8041]

The most noticeable thing during the comparisons to me, was just the confidence in the posting. I just feel like the others put out much more confidence when hitting and holding their positions.

[@bretharvey9069]

Agreed. Some work on the calves and wider in the shoulders as well… just my 2 cents lol

[@Fronz05]

Christian, you looked amazing. I do agree with most of the comments below that you would do better to add some size all around, including legs, because by adding leg size, you will gain overall. You now know how to nail your conditioning for the best you ever. Your 5 day after shots look much better than show day. Keep that skill and add in more size and continue the posing improvements. I'm proud of you and inspired by you! Good luck in my hometown, Pittsburgh, PA! They will Love you!!

[@goldsilverandiamonds]

Things I noticed compared to the winner. 1. His posing is better. He looks more relaxed and uses his posture to help him display better. 2. He is more oiled up and that helps show definition and contrast. The oil make you visually pop. Get some of your own oil and oil up as needed. Try out different products or make your own to see what works best for your skin and results. 3. He's more sysmetrical. His legs and calves are bigger and better proportionaly comparitivly. 4. His delts are bigger 5. His upper chest is fuller. 6. Overall he's bigger. I think you looked leaner than 2, 3, 4. Your waist is smaller so your V is good but you can exploit it with more shoulder and back growth. Your tri's were smaller looking but arm definition was real good. These guy look like they have been using longer than you. Next off season you'll gain more size but maybe find a greart sports Dr. (maybe in L.A.?) who specializes in working with body builders and pro athelets. To help with creating a better cycle that with add more muscle without serious side effects. Your financial strength should be used to help buy the best advice, trainers, Dr.'s, help, products, tools ect to move foward. Many guys can't afford what you can. So that is a strength of yours you can and should expoit to it's fullest. You now have access to the best use it.

[@mntbike3700]

@@Aurora-ep6bdhe was slingling down energy drinks up until show day too, pro bodybuilders cut out pre workout and shit 2 weeks before show days.

[@SikeAdelic420]

But he is natural?

[@Blackain66]

all other guys have much bigger Delts, thats Christians biggest weak spot and would give him a much bigger look overall

[@sbilly17]

CG can definitely compete in terms of overall size. But both the 1st and 2nd guy just have better V taper, better posing, better mid-section, leaner/dryer than CG (probably take diuretic as well). CG just need to bring up the posing, and the conditioning need to be dryer/fuller. 15:46 1st guy just have better posing, shoulder muscle insertion look fuller popping outward more, lat looking bigger and better posing to make it flaring out more, lean/dryer and more detailed mid-section, and better oil seeing all the shoulder vein and inside chest definition. 16:10 2nd guy have better posing as well, his shoulder-to-waist ratio is pretty insane having that crazy silhouette, shoulder look much fuller and pop out more, mid-section is so much more detailed looking at that lower abs veins, the only weakness is that he has pretty weak upper-chest and lower lat. Interestingly, I think he use the 2 fingers pose to hide his thicker part of his waist to maintain the flow from his lat down toward his waist, seems to work well highlighting the thinnest part of his waist.

[@fmxy]

we need that off-season series. it’s crazy to see the dedication and coverage during prep and the void during off-season.

[@nelsonoliveira1007]

Rich Piana said it best. You win a $5 trophy.

[@VidzMisc]

yeah, rich said it best.

[@TomFox1]

Yes

[@danielsueros8166]

You clearly know that’s not what they win

[@rudra7615]

You mean 5% trophy?

[@hwpogeorge1980]

And he really can buy you in real life …….

[@fmxy]

I teared up a little at 36:00, CG needs us just as much as we need him 😔

[@kLiMaTiCx]

As per the intro winning a pro card within the next 10 years is obtainable. Overall - great first attempt! 10:34 ... Solicited critique - Arms are okay/needs more fullness, Chest/Needs more fullness for that round bubble effect, Back - Needs more width, density, and Conditioning - lower back holding water. Sit down for 2 years, train hard, put on quality tissue, practice posing, and continue with the dark supplements. You'll get there - keep pushing!!

[@jjk619]

the intro song gives me insane goosebumps hearing it again. here since 2014

[@trevorredick12]

Loved this video and liked getting your thoughts on how you can improve. Best of luck in Pittsburgh!

[@sibothezulu]

Really appreciate that talk at the end. Love how real you are with us.💛 it’s inspiring

[@god0fwar678]

I always chuckled throughout this prep because when I met you at the Arnold Classic in 2017 I was just starting my prep and when I told you it was going to be 20 weeks you said "damn that's a long prep!" 😂 It's amazing to see how far you've come and I know you've always said your back was a lagging muscle group but you've brought it up so much I don't think it's lagging anymore. I plan to be at that show on August 30 to see you take home your pro card!

[@timothyjones5992]

I have a really good feeling for your next show. But also love to see you learning and growing with each experience.

[@johnlordcabuntas5124]

i would love to see more of CG and JB collabs, hopefully he will become an alphalete fam.🎉 congrats CG 🎉🎉🎉

[@user-cy5ol3xl5y]

I think whatever you did the 4 days after the show, you need to do before your next show. You look so much better than show day.

[@boosted_boiii2707]

F yeahh!! Chase that cg you got this man keep it up and don't give up 🔥🔥🔥

[@AustinErikson]

39:25 : This hit home. Incredibly important to know when to back off & reset. Rethink things through & prepare to capitalize on the next steps 🙌🏼

[@Reptanimalposts]

Your shoulders and ab depth is where the other guys got you in my opinion.

[@AGfitMom]

Your conditioning is 👍🏾 but your shoulders are small for your traps. Lats as well! The winners were upside down triangles, and you are still a little rectangular (Could be posing, but it's evident from the back too). And thank you for running these videos together bc I Atilla have more cardio 😂

[@leroyjamesc]

You had the right condition, but the size... I reckon you got your placing base on condition. Interested to see how you fill out with the carb load up earlier...

[@alphaking2110]

5th is just right. Time to spend more time to make serious gains this off season

[@javiermolina8511]

Thanks Christian for keep motivating us !! It’s because of you that I’m doing my first show to be my better version of myself !!!

[@joshua.guerrero.martinez]

Good tips all around! Thanks for the content

[@katstutrakatsturatorren]

As someone else said, CG needs to bulk with the same effort he cuts. His cutting phases are always incredible but bulking wise, it feels like he's on holiday most of the time.

[@tedcontreras9729]

Real talk bro,you inspire me to be better at my craft,I just started weight training 2 months ago,and I’m loving it,thx brotha🙏

[@hilo1lohi]

Found myself at the 4:24 mark bending over picking something up with the black posing trunks 🤙🏽💪🏽

[@michaelsinza]

What's that green massagey thing you had in the into of the vlog portion?

[@angelgutierrez5950]

Christain, You're going to need to get around 235lbs-240lbs if not pushing more 250ish in off season. to be able to get 200+ shredded. Super dirty bulk for a full year. Then give it a shot. That pro card will be in your hand if not that much closer!!

[@terencelee2149]

The content is always fire but those moments like the end show us that you are only human but with the craziest dedication ever seen!

[@maxdotson6757]

Real random note, but that mic quality from 33:25 on is real crispy!👍

[@kLiMaTiCx]

*0:04** ... Is that a Balenciaga hat ... with tape covering the brand name? ... **#Yikes**. Imagine being **#Aware** of something insensitive but, (1) choosing to wear it AND (2) covering it up*

[@Gainsbymo7]

Christian I’m pretty sure you have heard this and seen from the comments but how many have said in the comments a lot of these guys that qualify for the Olympia are as big as some classic physique guys but I have never competed but I plan to compete in physique as well, I believe that a few things that would help is if your back was a little wider and thicker/denser would make a drastic difference and as well as shoulders and a fuller chest and your gonna take that pro card coming in 1st!! But that’s some key points that I saw or believe that would make you get that pro card and i whole heartedly believe in you ain’t no one gonna out work you and you still have a lot of room to grow and get better!!!💪🏽🤙🏽 you got this CG!!!!!

[@Gainsbymo7]

Christian I’m pretty sure you have heard this and seen from the comments but how many have said in the comments a lot of these guys that qualify for the Olympia are as big as some classic physique guys but I have never competed but I plan to compete in physique as well, I believe that a few things that would help is if your back was a little wider and thicker/denser would make a drastic difference and as well as shoulders and a fuller chest and lower lats as well and your gonna take that pro card coming in 1st!! But that’s some key points that I saw or believe that would make you get that pro card and i whole heartedly believe in you and ain’t no one gonna out work you and you still have a lot of room to grow and get better!!!💪🏽🤙🏽 you got this CG!!!!!

[@jake2008ish]

Umm how is eggs considered dairy. 🤔

[@kid_mesc]

Man, been following CG since 2016, I was a kid back then and he was the same age as I am rn. Its crazy how much this man as accomplished and the fact that he's still going after it when he has basically reached the top is absolutely nuts and inspiring. These videos also kind of give me a throw back of the good old days when social media fitness and bodybuilding was just starting out. Cg if you by any chance get to read this I wish you the best in your next show buddy, and I genuinely think you still have a lot more room for improving and getting even better so the future is bright, and that pro card is right around the corner.

[@brianlencina5560]

It looked cracked, let time do it’s thing and don’t let it get to you. You looked unbelievable and pat your back. Best I’ve ever seen and I’ve been 15 14

[@christopherbutuyan5372]

I feel you should take away the hand on hip pose cause it takes away your lat width and do the regular arms to sides to bring out the lats and make you look wide

[@TPCider]

Off season series be great but for me I think posing should take priority - get that down to a tee and your good to go 👌🏻

[@AdonisHursey-yk7hp]

Hey brutha are the episodes for this summer shredding in order anywhere it’s like your first one ep are out of order.

[@AdonisHursey-yk7hp]

👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@TheFilmSpace1]

Shoulders is where everyone got you. Bring your shoulders up and make sure you add 15 pounds of muscle bro. The pro card video will be amazing !!

[@Angelbonilla1982]

5'10 he needs to be at least 195lbs pure muscle. Same happened last year competition same weight 180 lbs and lost to a guy bigger and more shredded easy he weighted 195lbs.

[@Hellopleesh]

It's the Abs and roundness of Delts. Your front pose has always held you back. You struggle with ab flexing and serratus popping.

[@fionawynder626]

What was your starting BF% & what was it show day?

[@scribbler1100]

Bodybuilding is all about making the most of what you are born with and on that basis you have done a fantastic job. At the same time, real talk is that you have a sub optimal bone structure and don't have the genetics for huge size. Your lines (pec shape etc) are also behind some of your competitors. Your condition was on point, however.

[@AriCee357]

He definitely looks shredded dry and big. Looks freakish but the clips he showed of himself from his old shows. He just looked so much better. Maybe it’s just that youthful look, who knows

[@emilioguzman98]

What brand is the blue tank from??

[@nickmaxx57]

When you are in your front pose a little tip for your abs. When flexing pull from the bottom of your abs not the top. if you try and flex your lowest 2 abs, the rest will contract. You have the perfect abdominal structure but your putting alot of emphasis on your shredded obliques.

[@the_cruz_show32]

You need to get bigger. And get the posing down before the contest

[@CarahCole]

What the deal with the hat? Just take it off or don’t wear it…we all know the scandal why put yourself there

[@masonldn8647]

🤣🤣 believe it or not , that's actually how Balenciaga makes the hat. It's covered like that

[@jaweezyyyyyy]

I believe Bostin loyd said it best. It’s become a sport that they just hand these trophies out to whomever is paying the most money in the end signing up for these events. That it’s pretty much bought. Like there’s so many “pros” in this sport that’s it’s less looked at as a professional sport. You spend enough money entering these events they give you a card. Just not CG’s turn. And those that do win it in their earlier entries win it bc they actually have the physique to win outright without having to buy it. CG doesn’t have the greatest genes for the physique they’re looking for, my personal though there. Therefor he keeps spending money into this organization, he’ll have then bought his pro card

[@jmarcguy]

CG keeping it raw on dis and he knows he should’ve had that top spot. He gonna get it though & dis setback for the moment cause they’re levels to it bruh.

[@inspiteofbecauseof4745]

Another thing I noticed was how wide the other competitors posed. It helps create the illusion of being bigger as well. I personally like you’re refined posing, but it looked so different.

[@MarkBates566]

You need more size all round with the resources you have it’s attainable

[@iamasiamcmillan]

Everything looks good on CG but the size. He may get his pro card in a year or two but if he took some time to really put on size he would kill it

[@theanonymousguy4889]

Man you lookin good at there . I feel like if you can get posing more down and make your chest and lats bigger you’ll kill it !!! Even more

[@alex1432]

JOIN THE BALD CREW, SHAVE IT CHRISTIAN!!!!😊

[@LoganHarris]

What mic were you using in the gym at the end? That audio was so clean

[@Angelbonilla1982]

I said it couple week's ago that category he needs to be more bigger 180lbs.!! Pro bodybuilding? Those competitors are easy in 195lbs. Pure muscle 💪 he needs to get more mass and be shredded same time once he gets to 195lbs maintain the weight and get more shredded then he would give those guys a good competition.

[@isma4219]

Thanks too you cg! In some way your video are my therapy as well, you help me so much through the years!

[@michaelmarcano9200]

Did you guys do the voiceover at the end and put it through Adobe ai Voice?

[@jacet21]

For posing maybe try hand off the hip for a more rounder right delt to give you a wider v taper?

[@rossohio07]

Will Nabil ever be coming back to film for you full time?

[@chrisgill8023]

Be proud of yourself Christian, you came with an amazing physique anybody would be proud to achieve

[@bonniebolger6895]

The top part of your obliques here is popping 22:07. The other guys on stage get their popping too but have noticed you don’t 😢

[@Cesarsalad98]

Those 2 guys that won clearly won because of mass and size cg needs to add some bulk we know he can’t cut down and get shredded but gotta add some mass

[@OscarGarcia-mj7iw]

Definitely better than the 4th guy.. you got him on the front pose easy. The 3rd guy hard to compare because he has size but you’re way leaner bro. Regardless you look insane 😮‍💨

[@puresin777]

Since your cellucor sponsor videos supporting you from far away brother! KEEP IT UP YOU GOT IT!

[@chiefcharlesmolina7933]

So is their not a routine dance off or a talent show after the pose for u guys ?

[@kimberleyzammit8377]

👌💯💯Awesome video. Let’s Go!!!!!

[@Zane0202]

Why do you consider eggs as dairy?

[@nelsonvarela-tavares8224]

Big props Chris!! Your posing brother needs to improve your abdominal activation compared to the guy that won needs a bit of a push to get you there, but also, if you look at the guy left leg is more relaxed and his leg line is straight whereas yours is bent with your body leaning to the left therefore not allowing you to have enough space to activate your abs and obliques to its full potential!!

[@mikerivera6312]

Cristian let me give you a tip.every thing is good.the only thing you got to work at is your front leg is bend.not lining on it.and twist your torso a little more.and you would ready bro.God bless.

[@samjg11]

Back shot could defo do some work, opening up more could defo make you look a few lbs heavier. Delts, traps and lower back are great, just working in making yourself look wider

[@sunbun5695]

Christian looks his best right now. Calm and happy, not as stressed.

[@DogsPrettylady]

I thought your back looked better than 3/4. Im no judge, but I definitely feel you back looked more defined. 💜

[@xxalzxx8339]

Great condition bro and muscle maturity only thing your lacking to be a solid pro compared to the rest is the mass👌, have a good off season and youl smash it man💪, everyone's in a rush to become a pro there's a reason why their pros because it takes time both on and off prep🤷‍♂️😂

[@xxalzxx8339]

I will add you should have beaten 4th place and 3rd place should have been in 2nd, but that's just my opinion🤷‍♂️ x

[@mw66683]

The competition had great midsections and upper chests (and out-sized you),

[@sjmom5119]

you did awesome Christian 5 out of all those competitors that is great! You will achieve that goal on your list sooner than you think!

[@carriepickett2687]

Get that silicone stuff they use to shine latex clothes your skin will shine, you could also consider a makeup solution like they use for Hollywood for “wet” scenes.

[@mikeneemia3678]

People don't get how the classes work. Coming first in his class doesn't mean he gets a pro card. It just means he gets to compete for overall. So if there are 7 classes in his competition. Each class might have 10-15 competitors. Only the top 7 go through to finals. So coming 5th in a class is harsh truth not good. That's could be 40th best overall for example. When they change the rules for Physique next year the classes will be gone. Everyone will be competiting against each other from the get go.

[@mikeneemia3678]

@@bethmcmullan7686 Oh wow! Wonder why the Olympia has too many competitors. That really diminishes the value of the pro card if every class winner gets it. If you only have 2 people in your class and win a pro card thats stupid. Should just be overall winner. Olympia last year went on for too long. Even Classic same issue and they brought up that issue too,

[@wmeoki]

Looks like you need a new coach. Yea you look way better 5 days after! Very nice physique

[@Alvvaro_fdz]

You just lack a bit of width and density, but overall it was your best physique ever, everyone should be proud of bringing such kind of physique

[@iain6225]

This is why I am not want to compete To me, its subjective and up to the judges if they like your physique muscle mass and conditioning on the day

[@omarcarranza215]

Is the hair lost worth it??

[@joshcordobafit]

If you want to sink you hip like the guy who won first place then you gotta straighten out your left leg like he does. That gives your hips the ability to sink in.

[@Ziggsinablanket]

oh shit thats CJ Kim! Jeremy trains him too

[@zonuumm]

you have so much potential.

[@Angelbonilla1982]

Looks those other competitors they look huge compared to him!! Why hes coach isn't there? Those competitors were like 195lbs looked at those traps and shoulders.😮😮

[@LoveTanyaxo]

Love the reaction style vid. Congratulations on top 5. & Eggs is not dairy

[@Re152005]

more volumen and symmetry is what our friend Christian needs to get that Pro Card #facts

[@NGUJZ]

Sauce = Size

[@luisnunez6921]

Great vlog as always thanks bro take care get that pro card.

[@nickritter3388]

I think you looked great. Condition was top tier. The guys who placed above you had you on size, but I think you have the 4th place guy on condition. I appreciate so much you didn’t argue with the placements. It’s so subjective and it’s fractional the differences. It would have been east for you to argue, fret about, and justify a different placement. But you show so much grace about it! You demonstrate the best of the sport and you’ve won me over as a fan.

[@micahcristobal-miller8772]

I think you put on a little more mass and get those lats bigger you’ll take 1st for sure brother!!