“Anything Is Possible”: Reigning Olympia Champ Derek Lunsford’s 7 Year Transformation Stuns Fans

Not everyone can walk the path of a drastic fitness formation. But some end up reaching that goal after putting in everything they can. The current Mr. Olympia Derek Lunsford is one of them. By winning the most controversial Olympia of recent times, he became the only bodybuilder to win the title in two different divisions. However, his journey was not easy.

Recently, Mr. Olympia’s Instagram page posted the seven-year transformation video of the current Mr. Olympia champion. The video included snippets from Lunsford’s first NPC competition to his 2022 appearance on the stage. Let’s see how Lunsford’s transformation unfolded.

A journey that changed the current Mr. Olympia’s life forever

The former 212 Mr. Olympia’s journey started back in 2015 when he was 22 years old. At the beginning of his bodybuilding career, the Walker looked nothing like his current physique. Highlighting this, the page wrote, “Remember, everyone starts somewhere… Don’t let the distance of your travel intimidate you to get going.“

The transformation showcased the former 212 Olympia’s commitment to sports. “Never stop, never surrender. Keep pushing and persevere through every challenge as an opportunity to become a stronger, better version of yourself,” wrote Mr. Oylmpia’s page. Lunsford made exceptional changes and won the greatest title in the bodybuilding realm, showcasing his will to win.

Mr. Olympia’s page concluded, “The milestones will add up. One day you will look back and see how far you’ve come. Stay committed.” The current Mr. Olympia is on a whole different level compared to his younger self. Fans went crazy taking a glimpse of the younger Lunsford, and some even compared him to a Hollywood actor and a bodybuilding coach. Let’s take a look at what other fans think about this.

Fans call Lunsford “Batman“

Young Lunsford had a different physique and hairstyle that might confuse people who recognize him at first glance. A bodybuilding fan hinted at the same, saying that “he looked like” one of the best actors in Hollywood, “Christian Bale.” Another found young Lunsford similar to the bodybuilding coach “@gregdoucetteifbbpro at first sight.”

A fitness freak highlighted that the former 212 Mr. Olympia “proves anything is possible when you put your mind to it.” Another Instagram user touched upon the fact that “Commitment to the sport matters,” and this is how Lunsford reached this level in his career. A bodybuilding enthusiast simply mentioned, “Incredible progress and success Derek.“

The current Mr. Olympia has put a lot of effort into sculpting such a unique physique and achieving unmatched milestones in his career. His journey showcases the importance of commitment to sports. Are you also committed to going to the gym? Let us know in the comments.