“It’s More of a Mental Thing”: 51-YO Bodybuilding Icon Lee Priest Emphasizes Loosening Up and Enjoying Holidays

The holiday season is a time of joy, laughter, and sharing special moments with family and friends. Bodybuilding icon Lee Priest shared valuable advice about maintaining a healthy balance between fitness and enjoying a festivity weeks after defending Sam Sulek for his wrong nutrition choices. Priest emphasizes embracing a more relaxed approach during the holiday season.

In his recent Instagram post, the giant killer encourages people not to stress about their diet and, instead, focus on cherishing moments with loved ones. According to him, the holiday season is a unique time to indulge in the warmth of shared experiences.

Lee Priest’s advice is to enjoy the festive season without regrets!

Priest urges fans and followers not to obsess over their strict routines during Xmas treats. He advocates, “If you have a plan, take your food with you.” However, he also said it’s okay to make minor adjustments and enjoy a festive meal without feeling guilty. Because of his profession and the pressure of maintaining a shredded physique even during the off-season, he regretted not enjoying those moments.

After years of remorseful experiences, Priest pointed out that the regret of missing out on special occasions can linger more than the impact of a single delightful meal. “One little day or meal isn’t going to destroy your contest prep at all. Mentally, it could. If you’re not strong-minded, you might think, oh, God, I cheated on my diet. Physically, it’s more of a mental thing,” said Priest.

He candidly suggested that don’t be too strict with your diet during the festive season. Make slight changes to enjoy Christmas. He recommends doing extra cardio the next day to balance it out. Well, it’s not only Priest who has regrets; a newly retired bodybuilder shares the same experience.

Iain Valliere encourages not missing out on special moments

A few days back, Iain Valliere featured on Fouad Abiad’s podcast “Bro Chat,” uploaded on his YouTube channel along with other veteran bodybuilders. During their conversation, the former IFBB pro discussed their sacrifices to maintain the shredded physique to compete in competitions. The Canadian bodybuilder highlighted the hindrance of missing out on life’s simple joys to achieve greatness.

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He emphasized the significance of enjoying life, which is a journey. Valliere confessed that after retiring, he realized he had missed a lot in life while chasing goals. The fellow bodybuilders agreed with Valliere, stating that you only truly learn these things after retiring from the sport. It is crucial to focus on goals and not miss out on simple and joyous moments like the festive season.

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