Chris Bumstead Learns Valuable Bodybuilding Lesson From Week-Old Baby Girl: “Growing Fast Than Me”

Since Chris Bumstead’s little girl came into his life, it seems that his wisdom has been growing even more rapidly. The Canadian bodybuilding icon is not just learning from the gym these days. He’s finding knowledge in the most unexpected places, like from his week-old baby girl! Days after sharing the idea of treating people like babies to avoid conflicts, Bumstead has now shared his latest piece of advice. And this time it is related to his physical growth.

In a recent Instagram post, Bumstead shared a snippet of his impressive physique followed by a scene of him catching some sleep on a boat. But it wasn’t just a flex for the ‘gram; there was a lesson tucked in there too.

CBum reveals he needs at least 9 hours of sleep to function

Reflecting on his own sleep habits, Bumstead wrote, “Honestly if I don’t get 9 hours of sleep I can’t function…” However, then came the real eye-opener: “Bradley’s been getting more like 18 hours of sleep and she’s growing faster than me, maybe I should try that…” It’s a simple yet profound realization.

Babies grow at an astonishing rate, and it seems they’ve got one key ingredient in their recipe for growth: sleep. And Bumstead is taking and sharing his notes. In the world of bodybuilding, where the focus is often on the grind and the hustle, it’s easy to overlook the importance of rest.

But as Bumstead’s revelation reveals, progress isn’t found by just pushing harder; it’s found when one knows when to hit the pause button and let your body do its thing. But it’s not just Bumstead who’s singing the praises of proper rest. Experts and fellow bodybuilders, including the four-time Mr. Olympia, Jay Cutler, have long emphasized the importance of sleep in the muscle-building process.

Jay Cutler advocates for a good night’s sleep

In a snippet from his interview, Jay Cutler expressed his concern about society’s lack of sleep. “I don’t feel like society sleeps enough,” he stressed, echoing a sentiment many of us relate to in today’s fast-paced world. For the Quad Stomper, getting a solid five-hour sleep is the bare minimum. He acknowledges that life can sometimes disrupt sleep routines, but suggests aiming for a bit more whenever possible.

But it’s not just about hitting the hay; Cutler also recommends massage therapy and saunas to keep muscles flexible and metabolism high. The 50-year-old emphasized the importance of good sleep, even advocating for short naps. He even shared his own sleep schedule, hitting the sack at nine and sneaking in a daytime nap.

Now, the next time you’re tempted to sacrifice sleep for another rep or set, remember the wisdom of Chris Bumstead and Jay Cutler: sometimes, the best gains come when you’re catching some good sleep.