Is Larry Wheels thinking of returning to the stage?
Larry Wheels has tried his hand at all things fitness over the course of his career. This includes bodybuilding. Last year, Wheels shared that he would step back from bodybuilding but has kept his physique in the best shape possible. Recently, he hit a posing session with Classic Physique competitor Urs Kalecinski, begging the question, is Wheels considering getting back into bodybuidling?
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In 2023, Wheels began working toward his Pro Card in bodybuilding. Wheels finished as the runner-up at the 2023 Amateur Olympia and came close to accomplishing this goal early in his journey. He was excited to build his brand in the sport but after a relapse on steroids, he decided to step back. Wheels shared that his decision to pursue bodybuilding did not come from a genuine place.
Since his break from bodybuilding, Wheels went back to impressing in the gym with his insane strength. His initial goal was to deadlift 1,000 pounds, which has been a goal for quite some time. Wheels continues to train at a high level and recently joined one of the top Classic Physique bodybuilders for a workout.
Urs Kalecinski Leads Larry Wheels Through Poses
Urs Kalecinski continues to be an elite competitor in Classic, which was the division that Larry Wheels attempted to make his way. The two linked up in Germany for a workout and posing session.
Urs Kalecinski earned his Pro Card at 21 years old. He began weightlifting at 13 and this eventually sparked an interest in bodybuilding. Before earning his Pro Card, Kalecinski won the 2018 German Nationals naturally. He began using different gear during his 12-week prep leading up to becoming a pro but felt that winning naturally was necessary first.
In 2021, Urs Kalecinski competed and won the Tampa Pro, which led to his first Olympian appearance. He was the underdog, competing against veterans like Chris Bumstead, Terrence Ruffin, and Breon Ansley. Surprisingly, Urs Kalecinski secured fourth place in the competition. He followed this with a third-place finish at the Arnold Classic in 2022 behind runner-up Ramon Rocha Queiroz and 2022 winner Terrence Ruffin. He burst into the top three in 2023 and remained there in 2024.
“What would a fusion of these look like?🤔”
There has been no talks of a return to the stage for Larry Wheels but it is clear that his love for bodybuilding is still present. It will be interesting if he decides to make a move once again onto the stage.
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