“Modern-Day Gladiator”: Mike O’Hearn Bows Down to the Legend Who Served in Military for 16 Years Before Becoming an Arm Wrestling GOAT

Renowned for maintaining an astonishing physique well into his 50s, Mike O’Hearn has garnered an impressive fanbase. Interestingly, even the titan himself openly expresses praise and respect for many others. And this time the subject of his admiration is none other than Devon Larratt. Larratt, celebrated not only for his dominance in arm wrestling but also for his noteworthy military journey, adds another layer to his fascinating persona.

The bodybuilding icon recently shared a sneak peek on his YouTube channel, offering a glimpse into an interview filled with mutual admiration between the two GOAT from their respective sports.

Mike O’Hearn thrilled to meet the arm wrestling champ

O’Hearn couldn’t contain his excitement as he introduced Larratt, describing him as much more than just an arm wrestling champion.“Man, I’m so pumped about this, Devon. You guys know Devon Larratt is a arm wrestling champion, but to me, he’s much more than that. To me, he’s much more of a modern day gladiator,” said the 54-year-old.

He emphasized Larratt’s incredible background and appreciated his 16 years of service in the military, including seven tours in Afghanistan as part of the special forces. Such dedication to serving the country earned Larratt the utmost respect from O’Hearn, who values military service above all else.

O’Hearn showed a lot of respect for Larratt’s time in the military and his success in arm wrestling. Larratt, in return, thanked O’Hearn for his impact on bodybuilding. It was like two big heroes meeting and sharing their stories. Larratt, humbled by O’Hearn’s words, expressed his admiration for the bodybuilding icon in return.

Larratt’s kind words for the former Mr. Universe

The dynamic between O’Hearn and Larratt on the podcast exemplified mutual respect and admiration. “Such a fan, man. Seriously, I grew up in love with bodybuilding. You’ve been on every single magazine you cover,” stated Larratt excitedly. The arm wrestling champion also took the opportunity to praise his childhood icon and said, “I mean, I remember walking in when I was young, and, dude, you look even better today than you did back then.”

He continued further, “You are a testament to how awesome bodybuilding is. Performance, longevity. Dude, you’re killing.” Larratt further reminisced about growing up surrounded by images of O’Hearn on magazine covers, marveling at how O’Hearn continues to defy age and look better with each passing day. The snippet gave listeners a peek into the lives of these amazing guys.

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They talked about Larratt’s bravery in the military and O’Hearn’s lasting influence in bodybuilding. It was a cool chat that highlighted the strength and determination that make champions. It showcased how hard work, never giving up, and respecting others can lead to incredible success.

That being said, are you excited for the full episode of this podcast to understand more about these revered athletes? Let us know in the comments below.

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