Keone Pearson will return to Classic Physique to bring back “best & healthy version” of himself.
Keone Pearson has been a rising star in bodybuilding for years now. He began his career as a Classic Physique competitor before making the switch to Men’s 212. After a 14th place finish at the Olympia, Pearson has announced that he will be returning to Classic Physique.
Pearson originally made the change after finishing fourth at the 2019 Olympia Classic Physique. He saw success early in 212 but underachieved at the Olympia in Orlando. Pearson took to Instagram to make an announcement that he will be going back to where he began. Pearson also claims there will be a YouTube video released this week explaining his decision.
“Let’s run it back!
This has been on my mind for sometime and I had talks about it & this is honestly the best decision for ME. Going back to classic & bringing the best & healthy version of myself ever! Call me crazy but watch me make it happen 😉
For everyone that supports me an Rock with me truly appreciate you all ❤️
For more in-depth why I’m switching , YouTube video will be up this week!!!
Click link in the bio to subscribe 👏🏼”
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It was a bit surprising to see Keone Pearson move to 212 in the first place. He saw success early on in Classic Physique winning the New York Pro and coming in fourth during the Olympia and Arnold Classic. When he made the change, the success continued.
Pearson won back-to-back titles at the Chicago Pro. This began in 2020 but he did not compete at the Olympia that year because of personal issues. He repeated as champion in 2021 but did not finish as high as he wanted during the Olympia. Pearson came in at 14th and has decided to make the switch back to Classic Physique.
The Classic Physique division is one that has improved over the years since Pearson was last involved. This begins with Chris Bumstead, who won his third consecutive Olympia title this year. Bumstead has become the competitor to beat and that has been a difficult task. Terrence Ruffin finished second to Bumstead at the Olympia this year after winning gold at the Arnold Classic. Breon Ansley continues to be in the mix as a former Olympia champion.
It will be interesting to see where Keone Pearson compares during his return to Classic Physique after a couple years away from the division. Pearson has vowed to bring back a better and healthier version of himself. If this is the case, Pearson might be able to throw his name in the mix moving forward.
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