Is this the secret to the success of Phil Heath?

When it comes down to it, bodybuilding can be extremely taxing on the body. There are those out there that like to argue whether or not bodybuilding is a sport, a debate that is sure to last for years to come. What absolutely can not be questioned is the reality that the training for bodybuilding can be extremely damaging. There’s a reason people adhere to a post workout diet plan. In order to recover from a hard days training it’s necessary to fuel the body with what it needs and build back the destroyed muscle. But when you get to the highest levels of bodybuilding you can’t simply rely on a post workout shake or the average supplement. You must take drastic measures. It’s a notion that Phil Heath understands well.

The five time Mr Olympia himself, Phil Heath has shown and proved that he is the best bodybuilder in the world. In his bid for his sixth straight title, Heath has had to push himself to new heights. With competitors like the veterans Kevin Levrone and Dexter Jackson bringing their absolute best this year, Phil Heath has felt compelled to train harder than ever for the Olympia.

But with that kind of intense training comes unfortunate backlash. When you push your body to new limits you can bet you’ll feel the residual effects. Training is important to bring about grow and change to the muscle, but without proper recovery it means nothing. Phil Heath understands this well enough, which is exactly why he has gone to extreme measures to ensure he gets the absolute best recovery possible. Check out the video below that shows just one of the methods Phil Heath uses to recover from his intense training. Note: you made not be able to watch the video embedded here – but simply click on the link below to watch on Facebook!

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