Chris Bumstead is looking in amazing shape for the 2018 Olympia.

When he first burst onto the bodybuilding scene, Chris Bumstead was touted as being the next big thing, a future champion in the Classic Physique division, heck, the future of bodybuilding. But while Chris Bumstead acquitted himself well in his first Olympia competition, he was only able to secure second place as Breon Ansley became the second ever Classic Physique champion.

That loss gave Chris Bumstead motivation to make good on all the hype and potential that got fans excited when he turned pro. Ever since taking second at the 2017 Olympia, Bumstead has never looked back, focusing all his attention on the future and ultimately on defeating the current Classic Physique champion Breon Ansley. That is truly a lofty goal and one that will be difficult to overcome.

Despite the momentous challenge in front of him, Chris Bumstead has been filled with a vigor and fire that has pushed him to seek greatness and put his all into his preparation.

 

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#RoadToTheOlympia2018 This prep has really tested me not only physically, but the mental aspect has been the toughest yet. Just means making it to that stage Friday and doing what I do, is going to be that much sweeter?? Huge thanks to my boy @calvinyouttitham for this amazing edit?? @mrolympiallc

A post shared by Chris Bumstead (@cbum) on Sep 10, 2018 at 8:43am PDT

With the 2018 Olympia finally upon us, Chris Bumstead is ready to prove to the fans, the judges, and the whole world that he is ready to make good on his potential and dethrone the current champion.

 

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?? @MrOlympiaLLC

A post shared by Chris Bumstead (@cbum) on Sep 11, 2018 at 8:24am PDT

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