Chris Bumstead Becomes Part Owner Of Gymshark

The five-time Classic Physique Mr. Olympia also known as CBum returns to Gymshark and has done it in a new capacity!

Known as the most popular and successful bodybuilder in the world today, Chris Bumstead, has become a major brand within the sport of bodybuilding and has been interested in business opportunities over the years. The five-time Classic Physique Mr. Olympia on Monday announced that he will be working with Gymshark once again and has become a part owner of the company.

“I’m happy to say I’m now a part owner of Gymshark. I’m really excited for the future of the brand and to get to work.”

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Bumstead is preparing to defend his Classic Physique Olympia title at the 2024 Olympia. He took over as champion back in 2019 and has not relinquished the title yet. The five-time champion has worked to create his best package yet and bring it to the Las Vegas stage come October.

Bumstead has become one of the biggest stars in bodybuilding today. This has allowed him to take part in many different business ventures.

Chris Bumstead Announces Deal With Gymshark

Chris Bumstead has built his own personal brand extremely high over the years. The topic of retirement has come up around Bumstead in recent years. While there is no immediate plan, the bodybuilder has made sure to set himself up well for when that time comes.

“At this stage of my career, I’ve been fortunate enough to have been offered some very exciting opportunities, but I knew if I was going to be involved in a business again, it had to be with the right people and for the right reasons.”

 

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Bumstead previously worked with Gymshark back in 2018, being sponsored by the company for four years. He branched off on his own in 2022 to continue to create his own brand. Now, he will return to Gymshark and believes that this is the right move for him. He shared the announcement on September 9th 2024.

• Most recently, Bumstead announced his production partnership with Generation Iron to produce and distribute his film on the story of Team RAW alongside his partners at Team RAW Nutrition, Matt Jansen and Domenic Iacovone tentatively entitled RAW Project in 2023. The film will detail the rise of RAW Nutrition, RAW Athletic Club and focus on each of the partner’s journey.
• Bumstead’s statement below on his partnership with Gymshark

“When Gymshark talked me through their vision to become the brand that brings the gym to the world, I knew that If I was going to partner with anyone, it had to be them.”

Chris Bumstead to Retire After 2024 Olympia?

Chris Bumstead has been training hard and preparing for the 2024 Olympia. He has already hinted at a retirement from competitive bodybuilding and Generation Iron will be front and ceter at the Mr. Olympia 2024 to document the entire show live.

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