When I met Cedric at the 2015 Arnold at the Meet & Greet he spoke to every one of his fans for an ungodly amount of time each to the point where the coordinators of the event were yelling at him to hurry up as they were packing everything up to leave. He loved his fans. He treated and spoke to every single one of us like he’d known us his entire life. He was a real ass dude and I’ll never forget our conversation. Learned a lot and laughed even more. This one hurts.
This is going to sound stupid to some but I work out alone in my own gym I have no friends and I look forward to bro chat each week they make me think they make me smile it’s like have friends around while I train at least once a week anyway thanks guys for being real.
I have mental problems and honestly this podcast is like a therapy. Don’t need more than a few minutes to start laughing or smiling, even to the point to think: “I wish they were my friends”. So it’s not stupid at all. We all feel more or less the same I guess. And the fact that you train alone it’s even something more to be proud of because I really know that training alone is no easy task, real easy to don’t have the mood to workout, no motivation, so keep going! Really sad Cedric passed, he looked like such a likable person, a very kind and genuine person. Rest in peace Cedric 🙏
Appreciate the discussion a lot. But man, Fouad, you have the biggest rising star in bodybuilding in front of you and you should have really taken that opportunity to involve him in the discussion more. He could have given us the mindset of how a young star, Arnold champion, Olympia contender, big guy thinks about all this in regards to health, longevity, heart and organs, fears and contemplations etc. He tried to get in a couple of times and speak about his view, he said for instance that he thinks bodybuilding is not a longevity sport, and it would have been a great opportunity to pick his brain more about this topic. This is now the topic of discussion in the whole industry and it would have been a great medial opportunity to let the youngest Arnold champion say more about this.
Rest In Peace Cedric and Thank you Fouad for the best Cedric interview I’ve ever heard. Hearing how much of a normal guy he was from not wanting to post on social media to dealing with anxiety and even joking with you. Cedric was a great man!
Cedric was an incredible man and incredible bodybuilder, but also stood on the frontlines to defend his country regardless if he agreed or disagreed what was going on. He was there cause he wanted to see a better/safer world for his loved ones. Thank you Cedric and rest easy sir, we’ll hold the line from here.
I remember Cedric told Fouad one day when he retires he wants them to commentate a show together to talk better about the sport and the upcoming young guys. A true class act. He will be missed.
No. These are grown men making decisions on their own. Life is full of risks and Nobody gets out alive. Fans need to grow up and understand this is just a reality of the sport. Nobody is saying the NFL need to take better care of the athletes when literally 95% have CTE.
@@SuperSteelSteve 100% agree, this something has to be done thinking is exactly why governments are running our lives, nobody wants to be responsible for themselves.
@@SuperSteelSteve Yep. People will say "the sport needs to change" and then 3 seconds later like a mass monsters post on instagram. Reality is that people want to see freaks. And so they bring in the $$. It ain't gonna change unless what people want to see truly changes.
@@SuperSteelSteve I hear what you’re saying and I advocate freedom of choice but does that make it ok? If I saw my children or friends doing anything which they enjoy but which will ultimately kill them I know if jump in and do all that I could to protect them.
I’m no hippy but I like the energy these podcasts bring with all of you talking about the good times with passed athletes and how much each of you love the sport and care enough to take time and talk as a group on ways to continue to improve it. I’m sure you hear it a lot but we all appreciate these podcasts. Take care and RIP to Cedric
Man, these really speak volumes. I'm 22 and finishing my first year of serious training and bodybuilding but man, seeing my idols passing away like this is scary as hell to see. I really hope something changes. Thank you for all you do!
Rest in Peace to the great Cedric McMillan. What he did for the evolution for the sport and having open bodybuilders focus on aesthetics is something that can't fully be measured. Whatever changes need to be done in the sport, I am glad Fouad has the voice and influence he does to lead the charge.
Fouad, thank you for having the courage to talk about this issue. In a sport where we celebrate the beauty of the human body, it is wrong to also destroy it. There has to be a happy medium and you are the guy to start the discussion of change. Thanks for having this kind of strength too!
Hey Fouad, I figued out why I have been so depressed and feel so terrible as I said months ago. Turns out my free test was at a 4.44 and total test was 131 ng/dl. Took me a year to finally get a doctor to be willing to prescribe test to me even with these levels. After having some sperm frozen I'll be on TRT and finally get out of the pit I was in. Thank you for being there for me with all the content during my struggle for my life. It kept me here.
love that second solution of slowly lowering the weight cap. Allowing competitors to compete more and stay healthy. We have to make this a big deal and implement one of these solutions!
My uncle passed from a heart attack a couple weeks ago at 76. Obviously not the same as Cedric leaving at such a young age but it just doesn't seem fair. They just leave you so quickly and suddenly. One day they're talking to you and then the next they leave us. Life is so fragile and precious. Just sucks
@@smoke6534 no I meant that the death is so sudden, he was literally walking home from a volleyball game and then suddenly had a heart attack and died. I didn't mean that his life wasn't long
The first episode I ever watched of the RBP was the episode with Cedric and Seth. I was Cedric’s biggest fan man. Fouad, I’m sorry. Thank you for honoring him.
His win at the Arnold and the speech he gave will always be remembered. Best speech ever given by an Arnold winner. Gone but not forgotten. R.I.P soldier , another favourite BB has passed. Thankyou for the memories Cedric 🙏🏽
Thank you for doing the podcast. The bodybuilding world needed it. The fans needed it. You guys truly uplift, motivate, and inspire thousands upon thousands. THANK YOU!!!!
Fouads’s comment about size, in combination with Ben’s comment about ‘the fallout of chronic bodybuilding’ hits the nail on the head. Arnold retired from competing at 27 years old and was…what, not even 230lbs on stage? The old days of bodybuilding are incomprehensible in today’s era.
The best motivational video of Cedric, was his "Letter to Bodybuilding", his thoughts in that video is inspirational, the tribute of his love to this sport and to everyone that lack in courage is inspirational! Rest in peace Cedric!
I have always been impressed by the mass monsters. It just amazes me as to what the human body is capable of. However, I look at the old school guys and how they were very well balanced. They had a look that guys like me growing up were like "hey, I could be like that." I could never be the size of a Coleman or the like. So now, I look at guys like CBUM and the Classic competitors and that in my mind is what bodybuilding is. Clean lines, symmetry, and size that is proportionate to their height. I like Fouads idea of a cap for height and weight in the future. Change is inevitable and if the sport and its athletes want to survive and thrive, its one of the best options. Thank you guys for always having the hard talks and bringing to light these issues....Much love and respect
Fouad, time to lead the industry and cement Hosstile as the market place leader for bodybuilding. Put out the resources for health and save the industry. RBP/Hosstile can be the leader!
@@stephensaikali i know but its gonna take more than that. touchy subject i know since it involves gear but gotta get the data out there for the industry
I think the problem is good or bad bloodwork,Walking around at near 300lbs year round for years and years isn't healthy,never will be nor can it be regardless of gear
My 3 favorite human beings in BB were John Meadows, Cedric, and Evan Centopani. Amazing physiques but more so just Good Men. It's so sad I pray his children do as well as they can. It's heart breaking. I'm so grateful Evan got away from all that n went the Healthy route. Fouad thanks for all the laughs and the seriousness too. You have become a damn good man yourself. John would be proud.
No conspiracy theory about covid and the jab. Far too many of my male friends have had heart issues post jab/ infection. May not be the "causation" but I can confidently say it's apart of the "puzzle"
This is the only channel that I seen do a real tribute to cedric. Not a rip and onto the next subject. An actual talk about who he was and the impact he had on the industry/people. Rip champ
the first time i saw Cedric was at a fitness expo in Australia 2019, had no idea who he was back then and never got the chance to meet him and get a photo, lesson learnt take photos with everyone for the memories 😢😢😢
You should have more plates more dates on your channel! I think you guys could have a really interesting conversation from your view points, Fouad being more from experience and Derek’s knowledge of PEDs and the human body.
I was really taken back to hear about Cedric today. My heart goes out to his wife and children... "I'll get big or die tryin". Iv said that more than once since I started seriously training around 2015 and never will again. As of last year I was only 5 lbs from my goal of addding 100lbs to my physique. But in my mind far from done. I will always feel like the skinny guy I was for almost all my life. Blood pressure issues and especially John's death has cause my to completely rethink my approach so Fuad I completely hear where your coming from. The thing is bodybuilders aren't and never will be "normal" people. It takes a ton of will power and unrelenting drive to accomplish the goals we set out. Getting big is one of the biggest, and without that major driving force to do all the shit we do to reach the ultimate goal....I don't know...for me atleast just looking like the guy next to me..size/weight. Its just not the same. You have always said you never wanted to be big. Alot of us still love it.The look and the hard work it takes.
Your Show is Great because it’s “REAL”, Full of Information, Funnier then a Comedy Show, and what We are actually like….Keep it Up, love it, listen and watch while lifting, makes me happy.
Cedric and I connected a lot in the past about the military (I’m an army veteran as well). When he passed he was an E7 (Sargent First Class). A Senior Non-Commissioned Officer. He always led from the front and went above and beyond for his soldiers, even when it risked him being in the shit with his Chain of Command. I can’t even count on one hand the times I served with and under leaders like Cedric when I was in. See you on Fiddlers Green brother.
As far as feelings when you lose people, you go through all the emotions. Anger, grief, heartache, sorrow, etc insert feeling.. As someone who has lost 10 friends I served with to suicide I can tell you while it may become numbing but it NEVER really gets easier. My advice do what you can at your level. For me, that’s learning everything I can in regards to mental health, veteran resources, and then sharing it via conversations, social media, online platforms etc. If we all do our part then we will win long term.
The only way change is really gonna happen is if the fans take a stand stop going to the shows stop filling the seats and especially for the Olympia and arnold and watch shit get done when that money stops rolling in
Really constructive conversation today, loved it. As an amateur coming up in the sport its nice to see athletes higher in the sport thinking about these things.
Weight caps are the way to go in my opinion. Having said that to counteract bodybuilders from drastic weight cuts/excessive dehydration ...to meet the weight limit. Firstly 1)There should be weekly weigh ins for a month prior....and you are not allowed to be X amount of lbs over this assigned weight eg. 5 feet 9 inch bodybuilder contest weight should be.... lets say an arbitrary weight for eg.197lbs ( could be higher...whatever) The weight should be:- At 4 weeks out let's say 215lbs At 3 weeks out " 210lbs At 2 weeks out " 205 lbs At 1 week out " 200lbs 2) Weigh ins should be on the morning of the competition
Rest In Peace to Cedric “the one” McMillan. A lot of bodybuilders these past few years have most commonly died of heart related issues and average age is 25-47 years old. Something has to be done so not another young life is gone. 🙏🏼 thank you uncle Fouad for these podcasts
Thank you for all of the insight into his life I love the way you structure the Podcast going over all his personal stuff and pictures beautiful good job. Cedric will be missed
When i first started my bodybuilding journey or whatever… i was inspired by you, Fouad, by Kai Greene, by Jay Cutler… and then, i saw Cedric’s physique, and was completely blown away. Then i saw the man he was, how real he was, how he struggled, who he was… this is a huge loss, the world is mourning a hero.
Im supposedly be excited right now, but i can't help but feel sad because of cedric passing, thank you sir fouad and bc crew, please stay safe and always share the love my brothers... 😔🇵🇭❤️
Rest in peace cedric. I've actually meant Cedric one time as about 2 years before I was getting out of the army 2010 . He was an instructor at the leadership development course. I don't know which one exactly though. the only reason we happened to cross paths was because I was assigned to be a temporary instructor for Ranger school .I was filling in just for a couple cycles. What he did and what I did or vastly different. But all of the schools are in the same area for the most part. You have airborne, Pathfinder, ranger, sniper things like that. he was an instructor at a leadership development course. Basically yeah training the future leadership to be proficient in that next promotion or position. what you seeing is what you got I mean I only took to him for about in total maybe 30-45 minutes. A few minutes here and there. And he loves the joke. He made the joke which was actually pretty common for me. He asked me if my mom knew I join the Army. And it was funny because of I had a baby face and chubby cheeks until I was about 33 34 years old and I was 28 at that point. And then he proceeded to tell me that because he approached me first. He told me that he seen me in passing and had to come back to make sure. And he was speaking of my rank. here I am looking like I'm 20 years old and I'm wearing Sergeant first class E7 rank platoon sergeant in charge of 45 guys. And then he seen like the tabbed and whatnot. And it's pretty common in those units to get your rank so quick promote I had appears. But we bullshitted about getting our sergeant and I told him I got my rank I might E5 Sergeant at 2 years and 3 years I got my staff sergeant e6 and then 7 years ago my E7 I was 25 26 years old. But yep that was Cedric busting jokes about my baby face. He actually started out in the infantry. And he volunteered to do this well sort of the his infantry unit he was at made some phone calls as well. To get him into a cadre position because of his bodybuilding career. Cuz you're not in the Infantry being that big. It was hard enough my biggest was 245 250 and I was still having to run 8 mi in the morning and s*** but I wasn't bodybuilder big I was like CrossFit big. but yeah since he cracked that joke you know me I had to crack a joke. I was like oh okay you got jokes I'm like so everybody here at the schoolhouse and those that using gear? And his eyes got huge. He's like keep that s*** down. LOL his ass was like can you tell I'm like yes.then he asked me how I knew about it and I took my jacket off and he's like oh okay. It's a common thin and Ranger battalions. but man that's pretty much all I can remember really well he did tell me to calm down where I was going to have a heart attack. Because I was the non-commissioned officer NCO sergeant leader however you want to word it. More intense Hands-On in your face loud. Like cadences. Plus he seen me messing up messing with the ranger students. The guys that were in school trying to get their tab. And Ranger school is not f****** fun. I lost 35 pounds and 60 days. but yeah his leadership style is more of a laid-back more professional which yeah obviously because of the schoolhouse environment. It's more of a classroom setting almost like an academic thing. Not saying that he didn't command respect and everything else. Because he did. Is just two different types of leadership style. but yeah I figured I'd share that little bit. I know it's not much but let's just say how he was on the podcast here and with a few others. That's how he was in person. In the army. And then more specifically how you brought up how he was so confident there in that environment and that's a whole lot more pressure. Then he was on stage it didn't make sense. I guess not because I was the same way I've always wanted to do a show even when I was in or when I first got out. There's just certain things that it's either you're too nervous or really you guys use the title or the phrase you're your own worst critic. and it didn't matter what we did especially if it was something new or different. We would put so much pressure on ourselves. And obviously that would be bodybuilding for cedric. And it's never good enough or you didn't push it hard enough. Plus I'm not a betting man but I would bet that when he went to these bodybuilding competitions. His men his soldiers they knew what he was doing. And I can almost guarantee you it was more of a blow and almost embarrassed if he didn't win and he had to go back and the guys knew he didn't win. Cuz you representing the unit as well as the army. So how he acted I would be the same way 100% And I've been to combat five times. Been blown up several times and all that good s***. I can go through all that and give orders to 45 guys in combat. But I second guessed competing and I never done it. And I'll never do it obviously. Towards the end I got out for a reason shrapnel roadside bombs. Had to get back surgeries and everything else. But that's neither here nor there. also I've heard you guys in several others talk about how Cedric has mentioned you know he's so nervous and he opens up to you guys. But when you see him on the stage you think he's so confident like there's nothing wrong. And that's a thing that you have to have in the Infantry especially as a leader. Because there's certain missions and certain things that you have to motivate your men under some f***** up circumstances. So you got to lead by example and not show any fear or uncertainty But that's about all the light I can shed on it I guess. I don't think I can really remember anything else
@BarryKitchen well that’s the longest UA-cam comment I’ve ever read but I can see why… that’s awesome bro I always wondered how he got away with being so big in the Army great story, and thanks for your Army service ✌️ But also we used to send “care” packs to friends amd we would stash the goods in the protein powder….
Its also a shame we only say the best things about people after they are gone. Fouad I hope you know what a legend you are and the value you bring to the community with your genuine and humble commentary on so many aspects of the sport.
I completely agree with Guy. Being in the military Cedric had to have gotten the vaccine. Do you guys not think its not a HUGE coincidence that a majority of the deaths have come in the past two years??? Yall just said Cedric had a hard time getting in shape, so I would correlate that with not pushing the drugs hard. Not to mention his genetics lent him to not having to push the drugs. John Medows was a 212 guy, so the whole " bodyweight " theory doesn't work there either. I think it was shitty to basically shut Guy up and call it a " conspiracy ". But still love you all
Exactly! People don't want to talk about because they don't want to get their channels shut down. There are studies coming out showing the vax is causing heart issues.
Organ inflammation issues from spike protein from Vaccine and multiple vaccines is not a conspiracy. Spike protein is inflammatory and like anything else should be investigated and not watered down to conspiracy. Those that claim to follow the science hardly ever follow the science that questions their follow of authority. It should be in a conversation like everything else or it’s a disservice to the individuals now past and the future. Especially a new pharmaceutical product so new and so pushed. The point is adding optional and additional spike protein on top of not optional exposure to covid can be a tipping point that is not talked about.
@@juliencameronmoynihan2 exactly. These people take people's word as law. Investigate everything if you really care. Science is supposed to be curious. We should be seeing exactly what this virus/ vax is capable of doing to the human body because it's so freaking new.
John was absolutely HUGE for a long time. Also not getting in shape has nothing to do with not pushing drugs. I didn’t shut Guy up. I wanted to point to things we KNOW are causing Illness and Death.
@@FouadAbiad I agree important to address all things. We have many complexities in 2022 from size, environment, drugs it’s a nuanced conversation on all aspects. Fouad, what do you think about a natural body building show at the Olympia. A natural show, a mens physique, and then an open show with a stricter weight cap merging classic with open with an emphasis on smaller weight better aesthetics and symmetry? My main point if we merge or take away a class, maybe add a natural bodybuilding class with the best year round testing available to the big show on the same big stage?
I think the only solution will be weight capping. If a professional, genetically gifted, bodybuilder is capped at a weight/height ratio, that individual will have to scale back food and drugs. Unfortunately, it will alter the look of the sport. Like you said, folks like Ramy will no longer be rewarded, but it will be for the good of the sport and the health of the athlete. It won't solve all of the deaths now and future, but it will statistically have a huge impact.
Maybe natural bodybuilding should be respected more it’s way harder and takes way more time discipline and hard work. In such a superficial world I know it will never happen 😒
@@chrisc9230 Dude that's just factually wrong. I don't know what lala world you're living in. The drugs all don't magically make the guys massive for no work. The drugs allow them to work harder than they could natty in order to get bigger. It's literally completely the opposite to how you are trying to say it, the guys on gear just factually work harder because they can surpass their natural limits. I'm not saying you're wrong on the topic of giving more shine to the natty world, you're just completely wrong in your reasoning.
Really appreciate you guys doing this - mad respect and you guys are just incredible.. can we add a 4th podcast per week and name in "Fouad and Guy's Pissing Contest" lol.. thank you guys.
As a 19 year old aspiring competitor, when you guys talk about how us young up and comers could view the sport in its current light, I find great value in that. Especially all of the recent and very unfortunate deaths. It makes me think about bodybuilding in its current state. It does make me question what I plan on doing, but I just know I have to be responsible with my health and future. Thanks for sharing another great, informative podcast Fouad!
Thanks for sharing those things on Cedric Fouad, that gym he built was amazing, shows how much he loved bodybuilding, really remarkable, your discussion on adjustments to competition is truly necessary if it is to move forward, and you are doing out of love for the sport and it's longevity, eyes must be kept open on this situation, 👍❤️
I agree with all your points fouad, i just wonder why it’s such a recent occurrence…really only in the past 5 years has this been a somewhat reoccurring thing but bodybuilders have been chasing 300 pounds since the late 90s and early 00s
Another great one. Those of us who are fans (and emulators!) need to hear this kind of discussion. But like moving a huge ship, shifting standards will take some time. Can't believe it's been 15 years since "300" came out, and I *totally* understand the impression it made on young Nick. Deal is, 15 years is more than half your lifetime when you're in your 20's --- I fking forget sometimes that I was still gowing - an INCH - my first year in college, and when I finally found my will to work hard, it was, like, 13 years from the inspiration I got from my Dad taking me to his gym. 👍👍👍👍
Would be very bold of any top coach to come on and discuss this topic. Would love to hear Patrick Tuor, Chad Nicholls, Hany Rambod, Justin Compton, AJ Sims, et al speak openly and frankly about the issues and possible solutions
Fouad made a great point Everyone that I’ve tried to introduce bodybuilding to, prefers classic physique 100x more than a Big Ramy physique. It’s the truth Rest In Peace Cedric 🙏🏻
We really need to look at why so many are passing away over the last year. I’m not a conspiracy guy but looking at bb as well as soccer , triathlon, running all have a huge increase in death never seen before. Do we need to change the sports or do we need to address this issue staring is in the face !
Rest In Peace to Cedric didn't deserve to pass from Heart Attack, at least he's no longer suffering. Glad Fouad brought this to attention to bring awareness. COVID had nothing to do with it.
I do love this vid and i'll watch it again i'm sure. I liked so much as, always while joking or kiddin, the way covered so many sides of the game in a different perspective and wise reflexions and questions it puts tothe whole industry. All this, above all in the first segment, while remembering a so likable great person, for his humanity, manners and camarderie like Cedric, with all the felt Respect he deserves and as all of you friendly made, each one with his tract of life meeting him. No further words about the sadness and the pain in missig that big sweet freakin soldier. I met him in San Marino Olympia Amateur 2017, he won the Pro show to qualify for Mr.O; and we were chattin down the stage and i talked to him, how much i Respected his path, origins and lifestyle, as what i saw in him so great as bbuilder and as a possible icon to add in good to BB to some others else; and briefly starting sharing some visions and champions in the history of bb (me telling him which were his inspirations and he told me i said exactly all of 'em, just surprising him a lot for this, he really was) . All of a sudden, he tapped me and smiled me , told me:"You now take my medal bro"..and he put his brand new first place medal trophy of the show in my hands....(!).Holy shit : i was so surprised; but flattered, and proud in the same time for this act, having had it as a gift and with his Respect and sharing the way he choosed to share with me. (just for the record, we took some pics i posted on my IG profile: fabiolopw - FabioL if needed to check) A great moment which says a lot about his being a big brother, always with a nice word and smile to his next and sharing his dimensions in all the ways. Great man, great bbuilder and great lost. I'll miss him but i can't forget him for ever. Thank You so much Great Fouad for the contents you keep on throwin' in and blessings to ALL of You guys, to GUY for first(!)
I know this comment/suggestion just isn’t applicable to most people looking to do bodybuilding as a full time profession but…I feel like all these deaths make Natural Bodybuilding just that much more attractive, and realistic particularly for people who take PED’s for recreational use but even for people who have good genetics and don’t want to take PEDs if they believe it is too risky/not worth it. Yes there is no money in competing itself but there are plenty of other avenues you can go down and financial opportunities that could come from being a Top Natural Pro. Anyway just my 2 cents 🤷🏽♂️
Honestly I am still grieving the passing of John Meadows and this is more terrible news. John was a father figure / big brother to so many of us. I saw the video of Fouad crying after John's demise. I cried with you Fouad :( And it happened couple months after my father passed away. I mourn for John just like I mourn for my father. Rest in peace, Mountain Dog.
Hey Fouad, great podcast as always. I do agree that the ultimate solution is downsizing but I think that ultimately the responsibility needs to be put on the judges. They choose the winning physique and they can change the direction of the sport by rewarding small physiques
Hey bro that was me that told u about the off road place lol. It's called xtreme offroad and beach. And I think the weight cap would be a good idea for everyone's health in the long run. Yall stay blessed brother
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We are certainly not bored of the Cedric reminiscing. He was honestly one of the most likable BB out there. Rest easy big guy.
When I met Cedric at the 2015 Arnold at the Meet & Greet he spoke to every one of his fans for an ungodly amount of time each to the point where the coordinators of the event were yelling at him to hurry up as they were packing everything up to leave. He loved his fans. He treated and spoke to every single one of us like he’d known us his entire life. He was a real ass dude and I’ll never forget our conversation. Learned a lot and laughed even more. This one hurts.
Thanks for sharing. The more we find out about him, the more we love him. He seemed to be a really good guy. Sucks that he is gone too soon.
This is going to sound stupid to some but I work out alone in my own gym I have no friends and I look forward to bro chat each week they make me think they make me smile it’s like have friends around while I train at least once a week anyway thanks guys for being real.
Doesn't sound stupid at all
Yeah that’s not stupid bro think that’s most bodybuilders especially after 30s
I’m in the same boat bro
I have mental problems and honestly this podcast is like a therapy. Don’t need more than a few minutes to start laughing or smiling, even to the point to think: “I wish they were my friends”. So it’s not stupid at all. We all feel more or less the same I guess. And the fact that you train alone it’s even something more to be proud of because I really know that training alone is no easy task, real easy to don’t have the mood to workout, no motivation, so keep going! Really sad Cedric passed, he looked like such a likable person, a very kind and genuine person. Rest in peace Cedric 🙏
We're all in the bodybuilding community, this is family bro
Appreciate the discussion a lot. But man, Fouad, you have the biggest rising star in bodybuilding in front of you and you should have really taken that opportunity to involve him in the discussion more. He could have given us the mindset of how a young star, Arnold champion, Olympia contender, big guy thinks about all this in regards to health, longevity, heart and organs, fears and contemplations etc. He tried to get in a couple of times and speak about his view, he said for instance that he thinks bodybuilding is not a longevity sport, and it would have been a great opportunity to pick his brain more about this topic. This is now the topic of discussion in the whole industry and it would have been a great medial opportunity to let the youngest Arnold champion say more about this.
Perhaps the new vaccine compound all the bodybuilders have had mandated to add to their stack doesn’t mix well………
Bang on… Fouad needs to address this comment directly
Rest In Peace Cedric and Thank you Fouad for the best Cedric interview I’ve ever heard. Hearing how much of a normal guy he was from not wanting to post on social media to dealing with anxiety and even joking with you. Cedric was a great man!
Cedric was an incredible man and incredible bodybuilder, but also stood on the frontlines to defend his country regardless if he agreed or disagreed what was going on. He was there cause he wanted to see a better/safer world for his loved ones. Thank you Cedric and rest easy sir, we’ll hold the line from here.
I remember Cedric told Fouad one day when he retires he wants them to commentate a show together to talk better about the sport and the upcoming young guys. A true class act. He will be missed.
I am so impressed watching this podcast evolve into this: a real, honest, and analytical discussion to better the health of the sport.
RIP CEDRIC… THE ONE . We love the podcasts Fouad. Something has to change to make the sport healthier
No.
These are grown men making decisions on their own.
Life is full of risks and Nobody gets out alive.
Fans need to grow up and understand this is just a reality of the sport.
Nobody is saying the NFL need to take better care of the athletes when literally 95% have CTE.
@@SuperSteelSteve 100% agree, this something has to be done thinking is exactly why governments are running our lives, nobody wants to be responsible for themselves.
@@robertnaus88 Bingo 👊
@@SuperSteelSteve Yep. People will say "the sport needs to change" and then 3 seconds later like a mass monsters post on instagram. Reality is that people want to see freaks. And so they bring in the $$. It ain't gonna change unless what people want to see truly changes.
@@SuperSteelSteve I hear what you’re saying and I advocate freedom of choice but does that make it ok? If I saw my children or friends doing anything which they enjoy but which will ultimately kill them I know if jump in and do all that I could to protect them.
I’m no hippy but I like the energy these podcasts bring with all of you talking about the good times with passed athletes and how much each of you love the sport and care enough to take time and talk as a group on ways to continue to improve it.
I’m sure you hear it a lot but we all appreciate these podcasts. Take care and RIP to Cedric
Guy is not going into "conspiracy stuff". He is 100% right on with what's going on.
thank u aaron apodaca im sure youre a very reliable resource
@@user-bi4tr2lj4m thanks for noticing 😘
Speaking the truth
Man, these really speak volumes. I'm 22 and finishing my first year of serious training and bodybuilding but man, seeing my idols passing away like this is scary as hell to see. I really hope something changes. Thank you for all you do!
Rest in Peace to the great Cedric McMillan. What he did for the evolution for the sport and having open bodybuilders focus on aesthetics is something that can't fully be measured.
Whatever changes need to be done in the sport, I am glad Fouad has the voice and influence he does to lead the charge.
Fouad, thank you for having the courage to talk about this issue. In a sport where we celebrate the beauty of the human body, it is wrong to also destroy it. There has to be a happy medium and you are the guy to start the discussion of change. Thanks for having this kind of strength too!
Hey Fouad, I figued out why I have been so depressed and feel so terrible as I said months ago. Turns out my free test was at a 4.44 and total test was 131 ng/dl. Took me a year to finally get a doctor to be willing to prescribe test to me even with these levels. After having some sperm frozen I'll be on TRT and finally get out of the pit I was in. Thank you for being there for me with all the content during my struggle for my life. It kept me here.
Love the podcast watch every episode, I just fear waking up one day and it’s one of you guys that’s sadly past away 🥺🥺
Honestly, this makes me nervous. I want all these fuckers to stick around for a long time.
🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺
May they lead long, healthy and happy lives 🙏🏻
Sadly it can happen. Pro level bodybuilders have Bodybuilding their priority. Then health. And health might not even be second
What a loving selfless man .I hate how it's always the good people that leave way too soon. So so sad you will be missed big ced
love that second solution of slowly lowering the weight cap. Allowing competitors to compete more and stay healthy. We have to make this a big deal and implement one of these solutions!
Agreed but Perhaps the new vaccine compound all the bodybuilders have had mandated to add to their stack doesn’t mix well………
“Whaddup Foo…”
Greatest interview opening on RBP ever.
My uncle passed from a heart attack a couple weeks ago at 76. Obviously not the same as Cedric leaving at such a young age but it just doesn't seem fair. They just leave you so quickly and suddenly. One day they're talking to you and then the next they leave us. Life is so fragile and precious. Just sucks
How is 76 quickly lol be thankful
@@smoke6534 no matter now much time you have with someone it’s never enough
@@smoke6534 because life is quick.
He's not...he's saying how everything can seem fine and then unexpectedly someone passes away and it seems like there gone all of a sudden
@@smoke6534 no I meant that the death is so sudden, he was literally walking home from a volleyball game and then suddenly had a heart attack and died. I didn't mean that his life wasn't long
This is the most Nick has ever spoke on the podcast. Good stuff fellas. Thank you for the content!
The first episode I ever watched of the RBP was the episode with Cedric and Seth. I was Cedric’s biggest fan man. Fouad, I’m sorry. Thank you for honoring him.
His win at the Arnold and the speech he gave will always be remembered. Best speech ever given by an Arnold winner. Gone but not forgotten. R.I.P soldier , another favourite BB has passed. Thankyou for the memories Cedric 🙏🏽
Thank you for doing the podcast. The bodybuilding world needed it. The fans needed it. You guys truly uplift, motivate, and inspire thousands upon thousands. THANK YOU!!!!
Fouads’s comment about size, in combination with Ben’s comment about ‘the fallout of chronic bodybuilding’ hits the nail on the head. Arnold retired from competing at 27 years old and was…what, not even 230lbs on stage? The old days of bodybuilding are incomprehensible in today’s era.
I think we ALL needed this podcast today. Thanks for pushing through for all of us you guys. 💪
Rest In Peace Soldier 🇺🇸 thank you for your service 🙏🏼
The best motivational video of Cedric, was his "Letter to Bodybuilding", his thoughts in that video is inspirational, the tribute of his love to this sport and to everyone that lack in courage is inspirational! Rest in peace Cedric!
It’s nice to see Nick engage more in the conversations that regard training,diet,etc.
I have always been impressed by the mass monsters. It just amazes me as to what the human body is capable of. However, I look at the old school guys and how they were very well balanced. They had a look that guys like me growing up were like "hey, I could be like that." I could never be the size of a Coleman or the like. So now, I look at guys like CBUM and the Classic competitors and that in my mind is what bodybuilding is. Clean lines, symmetry, and size that is proportionate to their height. I like Fouads idea of a cap for height and weight in the future. Change is inevitable and if the sport and its athletes want to survive and thrive, its one of the best options. Thank you guys for always having the hard talks and bringing to light these issues....Much love and respect
Fouad, time to lead the industry and cement Hosstile as the market place leader for bodybuilding. Put out the resources for health and save the industry. RBP/Hosstile can be the leader!
maybe if money is an issue, do a gofundme for paying bodybuilder lecturers to teach on health and safety?
He already said he will be doing a seminar at his show next month where a health specialist will be giving a talk on this subject
@@stephensaikali Idk if a bloodwork seminar is enough, but it's a small step in the right direction
@@stephensaikali i know but its gonna take more than that. touchy subject i know since it involves gear but gotta get the data out there for the industry
I think the problem is good or bad bloodwork,Walking around at near 300lbs year round for years and years isn't healthy,never will be nor can it be regardless of gear
My heart is heavy. Thank you for bringing some sunshine during this dark time
Those are important to help the fans grieve.
Thank you
My 3 favorite human beings in BB were John Meadows, Cedric, and Evan Centopani. Amazing physiques but more so just Good Men. It's so sad I pray his children do as well as they can. It's heart breaking. I'm so grateful Evan got away from all that n went the Healthy route. Fouad thanks for all the laughs and the seriousness too. You have become a damn good man yourself. John would be proud.
No conspiracy theory about covid and the jab. Far too many of my male friends have had heart issues post jab/ infection. May not be the "causation" but I can confidently say it's apart of the "puzzle"
Thank you so much for still doin a podcast today! Really helped a lot of people I’m sure of it!
Best Cedric moment was him and Branch doing a face off on stage and Branch Yelled in his face 🤣.
This is the only channel that I seen do a real tribute to cedric. Not a rip and onto the next subject. An actual talk about who he was and the impact he had on the industry/people. Rip champ
A lot of great points and potential solutions presented in this video. Time for the industry and the IFBB to step up and do something.
the first time i saw Cedric was at a fitness expo in Australia 2019, had no idea who he was back then and never got the chance to meet him and get a photo, lesson learnt take photos with everyone for the memories 😢😢😢
1:02:15 yeah yeah click on that sh!t right there lol
You should have more plates more dates on your channel! I think you guys could have a really interesting conversation from your view points, Fouad being more from experience and Derek’s knowledge of PEDs and the human body.
Favorite Fouad quote to date! "MAYBE I NEED TO TAKE A SHOT OF TEST...I DON'T KNOW" appreciate you man
I was really taken back to hear about Cedric today. My heart goes out to his wife and children... "I'll get big or die tryin". Iv said that more than once since I started seriously training around 2015 and never will again. As of last year I was only 5 lbs from my goal of addding 100lbs to my physique. But in my mind far from done. I will always feel like the skinny guy I was for almost all my life. Blood pressure issues and especially John's death has cause my to completely rethink my approach so Fuad I completely hear where your coming from. The thing is bodybuilders aren't and never will be "normal" people. It takes a ton of will power and unrelenting drive to accomplish the goals we set out. Getting big is one of the biggest, and without that major driving force to do all the shit we do to reach the ultimate goal....I don't know...for me atleast just looking like the guy next to me..size/weight. Its just not the same. You have always said you never wanted to be big. Alot of us still love it.The look and the hard work it takes.
Your Show is Great because it’s “REAL”, Full of Information, Funnier then a Comedy Show, and what We are actually like….Keep it Up, love it, listen and watch while lifting, makes me happy.
Cedric and I connected a lot in the past about the military (I’m an army veteran as well).
When he passed he was an E7 (Sargent First Class). A Senior Non-Commissioned Officer.
He always led from the front and went above and beyond for his soldiers, even when it risked him being in the shit with his Chain of Command.
I can’t even count on one hand the times I served with and under leaders like Cedric when I was in.
See you on Fiddlers Green brother.
Thank you for sharing this.
As far as feelings when you lose people, you go through all the emotions. Anger, grief, heartache, sorrow, etc insert feeling.. As someone who has lost 10 friends I served with to suicide I can tell you while it may become numbing but it NEVER really gets easier. My advice do what you can at your level. For me, that’s learning everything I can in regards to mental health, veteran resources, and then sharing it via conversations, social media, online platforms etc. If we all do our part then we will win long term.
The only way change is really gonna happen is if the fans take a stand stop going to the shows stop filling the seats and especially for the Olympia and arnold and watch shit get done when that money stops rolling in
Really constructive conversation today, loved it. As an amateur coming up in the sport its nice to see athletes higher in the sport thinking about these things.
thanks for another great podcast, good on you for addressing these issues
Weight caps are the way to go in my opinion. Having said that to counteract bodybuilders from drastic weight cuts/excessive dehydration ...to meet the weight limit.
Firstly
1)There should be weekly weigh ins for a month prior....and you are not allowed to be X amount of lbs over this assigned weight eg. 5 feet 9 inch bodybuilder contest weight should be.... lets say an arbitrary weight for eg.197lbs ( could be higher...whatever)
The weight should be:-
At 4 weeks out let's say 215lbs
At 3 weeks out " 210lbs
At 2 weeks out " 205 lbs
At 1 week out " 200lbs
2) Weigh ins should be on the morning of the competition
Rest In Peace to Cedric “the one” McMillan. A lot of bodybuilders these past few years have most commonly died of heart related issues and average age is 25-47 years old. Something has to be done so not another young life is gone. 🙏🏼 thank you uncle Fouad for these podcasts
Thank you for all of the insight into his life I love the way you structure the Podcast going over all his personal stuff and pictures beautiful good job. Cedric will be missed
Great chat as always, so glad you didn’t cancel.
When i first started my bodybuilding journey or whatever… i was inspired by you, Fouad, by Kai Greene, by Jay Cutler… and then, i saw Cedric’s physique, and was completely blown away. Then i saw the man he was, how real he was, how he struggled, who he was… this is a huge loss, the world is mourning a hero.
Fouad ur 100% right with how the judging should be, for the sport to survive, the judging must change
Im supposedly be excited right now, but i can't help but feel sad because of cedric passing, thank you sir fouad and bc crew, please stay safe and always share the love my brothers... 😔🇵🇭❤️
Rest in peace cedric. I've actually meant Cedric one time as about 2 years before I was getting out of the army 2010 . He was an instructor at the leadership development course. I don't know which one exactly though. the only reason we happened to cross paths was because I was assigned to be a temporary instructor for Ranger school .I was filling in just for a couple cycles. What he did and what I did or vastly different. But all of the schools are in the same area for the most part. You have airborne, Pathfinder, ranger, sniper things like that. he was an instructor at a leadership development course. Basically yeah training the future leadership to be proficient in that next promotion or position.
what you seeing is what you got I mean I only took to him for about in total maybe 30-45 minutes. A few minutes here and there. And he loves the joke. He made the joke which was actually pretty common for me. He asked me if my mom knew I join the Army. And it was funny because of I had a baby face and chubby cheeks until I was about 33 34 years old and I was 28 at that point. And then he proceeded to tell me that because he approached me first. He told me that he seen me in passing and had to come back to make sure. And he was speaking of my rank. here I am looking like I'm 20 years old and I'm wearing Sergeant first class E7 rank platoon sergeant in charge of 45 guys. And then he seen like the tabbed and whatnot. And it's pretty common in those units to get your rank so quick promote I had appears. But we bullshitted about getting our sergeant and I told him I got my rank I might E5 Sergeant at 2 years and 3 years I got my staff sergeant e6 and then 7 years ago my E7 I was 25 26 years old. But yep that was Cedric busting jokes about my baby face. He actually started out in the infantry. And he volunteered to do this well sort of the his infantry unit he was at made some phone calls as well. To get him into a cadre position because of his bodybuilding career. Cuz you're not in the Infantry being that big. It was hard enough my biggest was 245 250 and I was still having to run 8 mi in the morning and s*** but I wasn't bodybuilder big I was like CrossFit big.
but yeah since he cracked that joke you know me I had to crack a joke. I was like oh okay you got jokes I'm like so everybody here at the schoolhouse and those that using gear? And his eyes got huge. He's like keep that s*** down. LOL his ass was like can you tell I'm like yes.then he asked me how I knew about it and I took my jacket off and he's like oh okay. It's a common thin and Ranger battalions. but man that's pretty much all I can remember really well he did tell me to calm down where I was going to have a heart attack. Because I was the non-commissioned officer NCO sergeant leader however you want to word it. More intense Hands-On in your face loud. Like cadences. Plus he seen me messing up messing with the ranger students. The guys that were in school trying to get their tab. And Ranger school is not f****** fun. I lost 35 pounds and 60 days. but yeah his leadership style is more of a laid-back more professional which yeah obviously because of the schoolhouse environment. It's more of a classroom setting almost like an academic thing. Not saying that he didn't command respect and everything else. Because he did. Is just two different types of leadership style.
but yeah I figured I'd share that little bit. I know it's not much but let's just say how he was on the podcast here and with a few others. That's how he was in person. In the army. And then more specifically how you brought up how he was so confident there in that environment and that's a whole lot more pressure. Then he was on stage it didn't make sense. I guess not because I was the same way I've always wanted to do a show even when I was in or when I first got out. There's just certain things that it's either you're too nervous or really you guys use the title or the phrase you're your own worst critic. and it didn't matter what we did especially if it was something new or different. We would put so much pressure on ourselves. And obviously that would be bodybuilding for cedric. And it's never good enough or you didn't push it hard enough. Plus I'm not a betting man but I would bet that when he went to these bodybuilding competitions. His men his soldiers they knew what he was doing. And I can almost guarantee you it was more of a blow and almost embarrassed if he didn't win and he had to go back and the guys knew he didn't win. Cuz you representing the unit as well as the army. So how he acted I would be the same way 100% And I've been to combat five times. Been blown up several times and all that good s***. I can go through all that and give orders to 45 guys in combat. But I second guessed competing and I never done it. And I'll never do it obviously. Towards the end I got out for a reason shrapnel roadside bombs. Had to get back surgeries and everything else. But that's neither here nor there.
also I've heard you guys in several others talk about how Cedric has mentioned you know he's so nervous and he opens up to you guys. But when you see him on the stage you think he's so confident like there's nothing wrong. And that's a thing that you have to have in the Infantry especially as a leader. Because there's certain missions and certain things that you have to motivate your men under some f***** up circumstances. So you got to lead by example and not show any fear or uncertainty
But that's about all the light I can shed on it I guess. I don't think I can really remember anything else
@BarryKitchen well that’s the longest UA-cam comment I’ve ever read but I can see why… that’s awesome bro I always wondered how he got away with being so big in the Army great story, and thanks for your Army service ✌️ But also we used to send “care” packs to friends amd we would stash the goods in the protein powder….
Its also a shame we only say the best things about people after they are gone. Fouad I hope you know what a legend you are and the value you bring to the community with your genuine and humble commentary on so many aspects of the sport.
I completely agree with Guy. Being in the military Cedric had to have gotten the vaccine. Do you guys not think its not a HUGE coincidence that a majority of the deaths have come in the past two years??? Yall just said Cedric had a hard time getting in shape, so I would correlate that with not pushing the drugs hard. Not to mention his genetics lent him to not having to push the drugs. John Medows was a 212 guy, so the whole " bodyweight " theory doesn't work there either. I think it was shitty to basically shut Guy up and call it a " conspiracy ". But still love you all
Exactly! People don't want to talk about because they don't want to get their channels shut down. There are studies coming out showing the vax is causing heart issues.
Organ inflammation issues from spike protein from Vaccine and multiple vaccines is not a conspiracy. Spike protein is inflammatory and like anything else should be investigated and not watered down to conspiracy. Those that claim to follow the science hardly ever follow the science that questions their follow of authority. It should be in a conversation like everything else or it’s a disservice to the individuals now past and the future. Especially a new pharmaceutical product so new and so pushed. The point is adding optional and additional spike protein on top of not optional exposure to covid can be a tipping point that is not talked about.
@@juliencameronmoynihan2 exactly. These people take people's word as law. Investigate everything if you really care. Science is supposed to be curious. We should be seeing exactly what this virus/ vax is capable of doing to the human body because it's so freaking new.
John was absolutely HUGE for a long time.
Also not getting in shape has nothing to do with not pushing drugs.
I didn’t shut Guy up. I wanted to point to things we KNOW are causing Illness and Death.
@@FouadAbiad I agree important to address all things. We have many complexities in 2022 from size, environment, drugs it’s a nuanced conversation on all aspects. Fouad, what do you think about a natural body building show at the Olympia. A natural show, a mens physique, and then an open show with a stricter weight cap merging classic with open with an emphasis on smaller weight better aesthetics and symmetry? My main point if we merge or take away a class, maybe add a natural bodybuilding class with the best year round testing available to the big show on the same big stage?
Poor Cedric. Very sad. RIP man. I hope his family and friends are doing as well as they can.
Would love to see a collab with more plates more dates on discussing this topic of how to theorize these causes and effects
RIP Cedric he was one of a kind. Thoughts and prayers to his family.
I think the only solution will be weight capping. If a professional, genetically gifted, bodybuilder is capped at a weight/height ratio, that individual will have to scale back food and drugs. Unfortunately, it will alter the look of the sport. Like you said, folks like Ramy will no longer be rewarded, but it will be for the good of the sport and the health of the athlete. It won't solve all of the deaths now and future, but it will statistically have a huge impact.
I wouldnt bother watching it if it was weight capped...
Maybe natural bodybuilding should be respected more it’s way harder and takes way more time discipline and hard work. In such a superficial world I know it will never happen 😒
@@chrisc9230 i did both and its the same shit Natty isn't harder
The weight cap should be pretty high, but there has to be a limit. Maybe 30lbs above classic.
@@chrisc9230 Dude that's just factually wrong. I don't know what lala world you're living in. The drugs all don't magically make the guys massive for no work. The drugs allow them to work harder than they could natty in order to get bigger. It's literally completely the opposite to how you are trying to say it, the guys on gear just factually work harder because they can surpass their natural limits.
I'm not saying you're wrong on the topic of giving more shine to the natty world, you're just completely wrong in your reasoning.
RIP Cedric❤️great show as always. Some great points Fouad, wish the federations would listen
Really appreciate you guys doing this - mad respect and you guys are just incredible.. can we add a 4th podcast per week and name in "Fouad and Guy's Pissing Contest" lol.. thank you guys.
I agree with Fouad, I already am more interested in Classic, than open.
As a 19 year old aspiring competitor, when you guys talk about how us young up and comers could view the sport in its current light, I find great value in that. Especially all of the recent and very unfortunate deaths.
It makes me think about bodybuilding in its current state. It does make me question what I plan on doing, but I just know I have to be responsible with my health and future. Thanks for sharing another great, informative podcast Fouad!
Thanks for sharing those things on Cedric Fouad, that gym he built was amazing, shows how much he loved bodybuilding, really remarkable, your discussion on adjustments to competition is truly necessary if it is to move forward, and you are doing out of love for the sport and it's longevity, eyes must be kept open on this situation, 👍❤️
I agree with all your points fouad, i just wonder why it’s such a recent occurrence…really only in the past 5 years has this been a somewhat reoccurring thing but bodybuilders have been chasing 300 pounds since the late 90s and early 00s
The step stool had me absolutely hollering haha
Honestly this is the most important two hours conversation in bodybuilding!
Another great one. Those of us who are fans (and emulators!) need to hear this kind of discussion. But like moving a huge ship, shifting standards will take some time.
Can't believe it's been 15 years since "300" came out, and I *totally* understand the impression it made on young Nick. Deal is, 15 years is more than half your lifetime when you're in your 20's --- I fking forget sometimes that I was still gowing - an INCH - my first year in college, and when I finally found my will to work hard, it was, like, 13 years from the inspiration I got from my Dad taking me to his gym. 👍👍👍👍
Whatever topic you guys covered, I always feel better when I watch this podcast. R. I. P Cedric 🌹🌹
Would be very bold of any top coach to come on and discuss this topic. Would love to hear Patrick Tuor, Chad Nicholls, Hany Rambod, Justin Compton, AJ Sims, et al speak openly and frankly about the issues and possible solutions
Perhaps the new vaccine compound all the bodybuilders have had mandated to add to their stack doesn’t mix well………
Nick, you should lead the way! People will follow you and you will still win 💪🏼
Fouad made a great point
Everyone that I’ve tried to introduce bodybuilding to, prefers classic physique 100x more than a Big Ramy physique. It’s the truth
Rest In Peace Cedric 🙏🏻
We really need to look at why so many are passing away over the last year. I’m not a conspiracy guy but looking at bb as well as soccer , triathlon, running all have a huge increase in death never seen before. Do we need to change the sports or do we need to address this issue staring is in the face !
Thank you sm for this episode, definitely appreciate the ideas of change for the better
Loved your Cedric post Fouad. They've all been really sweet. And I'm glad they're not about bodybuilding but about him.
As someone with a disability I give brochat an A+ for content!
Nick: “I wanted to look like Leonidas”
Also Nick: is nearly 300 pounds
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Rest In Peace to Cedric didn't deserve to pass from Heart Attack, at least he's no longer suffering. Glad Fouad brought this to attention to bring awareness. COVID had nothing to do with it.
Fouad makes a very good suggestion with flipping the pyramid. I really like it.
Big love to Cedric and his family. He will be truly missed! Such an amazing person it really just showed in any engagement
Best part of this podcast hands down is Fouad and Guy talking shit to each other. "pull it up right now" "na, ill just assume youre lying" lol
Gracias Fouad for your maturaty and logic
I'm sorry for your loss fellas.
I do love this vid and i'll watch it again i'm sure.
I liked so much as, always while joking or kiddin, the way covered so many sides of the game in a different perspective and wise reflexions and questions it puts tothe whole industry. All this, above all in the first segment, while remembering a so likable great person, for his humanity, manners and camarderie like Cedric, with all the felt Respect he deserves and as all of you friendly made, each one with his tract of life meeting him. No further words about the sadness and the pain in missig that big sweet freakin soldier. I met him in San Marino Olympia Amateur 2017, he won the Pro show to qualify for Mr.O; and we were chattin down the stage and i talked to him, how much i Respected his path, origins and lifestyle, as what i saw in him so great as bbuilder and as a possible icon to add in good to BB to some others else; and briefly starting sharing some visions and champions in the history of bb (me telling him which were his inspirations and he told me i said exactly all of 'em, just surprising him a lot for this, he really was) . All of a sudden, he tapped me and smiled me , told me:"You now take my medal bro"..and he put his brand new first place medal trophy of the show in my hands....(!).Holy shit : i was so surprised; but flattered, and proud in the same time for this act, having had it as a gift and with his Respect and sharing the way he choosed to share with me. (just for the record, we took some pics i posted on my IG profile: fabiolopw - FabioL if needed to check) A great moment which says a lot about his being a big brother, always with a nice word and smile to his next and sharing his dimensions in all the ways.
Great man, great bbuilder and great lost. I'll miss him but i can't forget him for ever.
Thank You so much Great Fouad for the contents you keep on throwin' in and blessings to ALL of You guys, to GUY for first(!)
This is a brilliant episode and one the bodybuilding world needs to hear. I enjoy every one but this one was special for a few reasons. Rip Cedric
Thanks for doing this guys
Thank you guy, you are a huge voice of bodybuilding. Change starts with you guys speaking up.
Real one! Why can’t people see Perhaps the new vaccine compound all the bodybuilders have had mandated to add to their stack doesn’t mix well………
He’s right too. A ton of athletes have had heart issues after the shot. I got myocarditis after the shot and it sucks ass
I know this comment/suggestion just isn’t applicable to most people looking to do bodybuilding as a full time profession but…I feel like all these deaths make Natural Bodybuilding just that much more attractive, and realistic particularly for people who take PED’s for recreational use but even for people who have good genetics and don’t want to take PEDs if they believe it is too risky/not worth it. Yes there is no money in competing itself but there are plenty of other avenues you can go down and financial opportunities that could come from being a Top Natural Pro. Anyway just my 2 cents 🤷🏽♂️
Honestly I am still grieving the passing of John Meadows and this is more terrible news. John was a father figure / big brother to so many of us. I saw the video of Fouad crying after John's demise. I cried with you Fouad :( And it happened couple months after my father passed away. I mourn for John just like I mourn for my father. Rest in peace, Mountain Dog.
One of the best pod you done in a while and love the message today , thank you abiad
RIP CEDRIC. Most people don’t know how amazing he was to others. He donated more than half of his Arnold winnings to a charity.
Hey Fouad, great podcast as always. I do agree that the ultimate solution is downsizing but I think that ultimately the responsibility needs to be put on the judges. They choose the winning physique and they can change the direction of the sport by rewarding small physiques
Cedric would love the friendly competition between Fouad and Guy. Incredible topics tonight fellow bros. RIP and a moment of silence for the Great.
Hey bro that was me that told u about the off road place lol. It's called xtreme offroad and beach. And I think the weight cap would be a good idea for everyone's health in the long run. Yall stay blessed brother