Kai Greene reacts to Prince Harry’s past habit of snorting creatine… and discusses his experience dry scooping
The latest episode of Kai Greene Effect covered everything from Conor McGregor’s unfortunate return to combat sports to the realities of bodybuilding, biohacking, and personal growth. Kai Greene also gets real about snorting creatine, his past experience dry scooping supplements, and the best posing routines in bodybuilding history.
Here’s a brief overview of the topics discussed in this week’s episode:
- Has Kai Greene ever snorted creatine? Has he dry scooped?
- Kai reacts to Conor McGregor‘s short lived comeback MMA match
- Talking biohacking and autoimmune diseases with Kai
- How to stay motivated in bodybuilding when you are not getting results
- Kai names the best bodybuilding posing routines of all time
You can watch the full episode of Kai Greene Effect above. Keep reading for a more in-depth breakdown of the episode conversation. Let’s dive in!
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Prince Harry’s Reported Creatine Claims Leave Kai Greene Confused
Another headline that caught Kai’s attention involved reports from the Daily Mail claiming that Prince Harry allegedly told a reporter he snorted creatine instead of cocaine during his military years because it provided him with a burst of energy that allowed him to continue dancing late into the night.
Kai Greene found the news surprising and amusing. When asked if he had ever snorted a supplement, he states that he has never taken creatine that way and has absolutely no interest in doing so.
In fact, Kai suggested that snorting creatine powder sounds significantly more painful than any potential benefit someone might hope to receive.
Creatine remains one of the most well-studied supplements in sports nutrition and is traditionally mixed with water or another beverage before consumption. Taking it through unconventional methods introduces unnecessary risks without any established advantages.
While discussing the topic, Kai reminisced about his own experiences dry scooping creatine during his bodybuilding years.
For those unfamiliar with the practice, dry scooping involves consuming supplement powder directly without mixing it into water. The method has become somewhat common among lifters and bodybuilders over the years, whether for convenience or simply to avoid drinking an entire shake.
Kai acknowledged that dry scooping was something many athletes experimented with in previous years – including himself. However, he also pointed out that he has since heard numerous stories about individuals suffering adverse effects after consuming supplements in unintended ways.
Some situations have reportedly been serious enough to require hospitalization.
If dry scooping can create complications, Kai imagines that snorting creatine would present similar concerns while offering questionable benefits at best.
Kai Greene Reacts to Conor McGregor’s Short-Lived Return Fight
Another topic discussed was Conor McGregor’s highly anticipated return fight, which came to an abrupt and disappointing end when McGregor suffered an injury less than a minute into the opening moments of the bout.
Kai Greene admitted that he didn’t watch the fight live, but after seeing the highlights, he joked that was really all anyone needed to see.
After months of hype and anticipation surrounding Conor McGregor’s return, fans were left disappointed when the contest ended before it ever truly began. While injuries are an unfortunate reality in combat sports, the situation led Kai to think about something much larger than a single fight.
For Kai Greene, McGregor’s injury serves as another reminder of just how small the window of peak athletic performance truly is.
Professional athletes spend decades preparing their bodies and minds for moments that may only last minutes, or in this case, seconds. Years of sacrifice are placed upon opportunities that can disappear instantly. One injury, one mistake, or one unexpected circumstance can completely alter an athlete’s trajectory.
Kai believes this battle with time is something athletes face far more often than they realize.
Kai Greene on Bryan Johnson’s Autoimmune Disease Diagnosis and Biohacking
Biohacker Bryan Johnson recently revealed that he has been diagnosed with an incurable autoimmune disease, stating that his stomach is essentially “eating itself.” The news sparked an interesting discussion about health optimization and humanity’s ongoing pursuit of longevity.
Kai Greene pointed out that there is an unfortunate misconception that individuals who dedicate themselves to health and fitness somehow become immune to disease or unexpected medical conditions. That simply isn’t reality.
Whether someone identifies as a biohacker, bodybuilder, or health advocate, random ailments can still occur despite doing many things correctly. Human beings can optimize countless variables throughout their lives and still encounter circumstances beyond their control.
Kai believes this truth is important to acknowledge because fitness is often mistakenly portrayed as a guarantee of perfect health. It isn’t.
Health optimization certainly improves many outcomes, but it doesn’t provide immunity from life’s uncertainties.
When asked whether he personally participates in biohacking practices, Kai offered an interesting perspective on the term itself. In many ways, he believes biohacking is simply a modern rebranding of ideas bodybuilders have embraced for decades.
Using science, nutrition, supplementation, sleep, and exercise to improve physical performance and overall health isn’t necessarily new. The terminology may have evolved, but the underlying principles remain remarkably similar.
Kai doesn’t actively chase modern biohacking trends or experimental protocols. However, he acknowledged that bodybuilding inherently requires practitioners to become students of their own bodies.
Lightning Round: Staying Motivated After Years of Bodybuilding
One listener shared a particularly relatable question. They began bodybuilding in 2012 because they believed they could eventually look like Kai Greene. Fourteen years later, they realize they would be fortunate to resemble Eugene Sandow. How can someone avoid becoming discouraged after years of effort?
Kai Greene believes bodybuilding is fundamentally about discovering and mastering oneself. Building muscle and improving one’s physique are certainly important components of the process, but they aren’t the entirety of it.
Every bodybuilder eventually reaches moments where their goals feel impossible to achieve. Those moments are not signs of failure. They are opportunities for growth.
A successful bodybuilder isn’t necessarily the person who accomplishes every goal quickly. It’s the person who continues moving forward despite uncertainty and difficulty.
Kai reminded listeners that while this individual may not look like Kai Greene after fourteen years of training, they almost certainly look significantly different than they did when they started.
He also emphasized that many fans underestimate the decades of work behind the physiques they admire. The version of Kai Greene that appeared on magazine covers represented more than twenty years of dedication and sacrifice.
Kai Greene Names Some of Bodybuilding’s Greatest Posers
The final question asked Kai to identify his favorite posing routine ever witnessed on a bodybuilding stage. Unsurprisingly, Kai found it difficult to settle upon a single answer.
His mind immediately went to legendary bodybuilder Ed Corney, whose artistic presentation helped define an era of bodybuilding performance. Kai also acknowledged that there are numerous lesser-known competitors deserving recognition for their contributions to posing artistry.
He additionally praised Shawn Ray during his competitive prime, noting the tremendous quality and creativity of his routines.
When presented with perhaps the most difficult choice of all, Shawn Ray versus Melvin Anthony versus Dexter Jackson, Kai reluctantly made his selection. If absolutely forced to choose just one, Melvin Anthony would receive Kai Greene’s vote.
Kai described Melvin Anthony’s performances as truly dazzling, highlighting the fluidity, creativity, and entertainment value that made his routines memorable for bodybuilding fans worldwide.
Wrap Up
This episode of Kai Greene Effect once again demonstrated why Kai Greene’s commentary resonates with audiences far beyond bodybuilding. Whether discussing Conor McGregor’s injury, biohacking trends, or the challenges of pursuing physical excellence, Kai consistently returns to the same fundamental message.
Success isn’t defined solely by outcomes. It is found within the process of growth, perseverance, and self-discovery.
