These days, social media is rife with unsolicited views and opinions, which even reigning bodybuilding stars like Chris Bumstead are not immune from. Moreover, Bumstead has appeared on many social media platforms and expressed his unique take on the winner mentality. However, his approach seems too novel and unheard of, making people doubt his “hunger” for trophies. Earlier, the 4x Mr. Olympia Classic Physique champion (2019-2022) dispelled some of those misinterpretations, alluding to his champion mentality.

Many days ago, Bumstead appeared in a podcast named ‘Don’t Be Sour’ hosted by Maxx Chewning. Here, the bodybuilding icon highlighted that his approach to winning differs from that of NBA star Michael Jordan. While Jordan has a “killer mindset,” Bumstead reflects a Zen-like approach to bodybuilding and life. A netizen taking a cue from Bumstead’s various social media interviews opined that CBum is too comfortable right now to “train hard.” The hero of the symmetry told his side of the story.

Chris Bumstead shows how to be happy and be successful

Earlier, taking to Instagram, the reigning champion with 18.1 million followers posted a carousel of snaps in his Instagram story. The bodybuilder, who is co-owner of Raw Nutrition, promoted his merchandise in the first two. Furthermore, Cbum reposted a comment from a follower while being sensitive enough to blur his name. “He’s too happy right now, and his life is too good for him to continue being a champ. You can’t be happy and train hard. It doesn’t mix,” wrote the disgruntled follower. The athlete took the comment as an opportunity to give fans a look at his attitude to championships. He wrote, “Imagine the mindset of working your a** off with the belief that you have to be unhappy with your life to succeed.”

Moreover, he reiterated the positive correlation between happiness and success. CBum opined that one does not have to be miserable to be driven in life. He also shared his gratitude for being recognized as one of the best by judges and fans. However, he also showed his vulnerability by saying, “I live every day fearing this life and these opportunities will be taken away from me too soon. So I bust my a** off to be my best self.”

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He added, “Champions make their own rules, and I’m going to wrap this life up knowing I did my best and enjoyed the journey.” Additionally, the Canadian pro’s approach to perfection differs from that of other top-performing athletes. He has often talked about Michael Jordan, his role model, to highlight their varied approaches to fame and prosperity.

Bumstead sports a different champion mentality

In the Don’t Be Sour podcast, Bumstead said, “… Like Michael Jordan. People love him, and it’s so fascinating, but he is so unrelatable. I can’t fathom having that killer mindset all the time of just needing to win… don’t even think about losing. Because that’s not who I am.” The bodybuilding legend has often opined for a more balanced approach to life, more so after battling kidney troubles in 2018. The health scare jolted the athlete, making him redraw his priorities.

However, this does not mean that the reigning champion is not serious about being the best. Bumstead lives by the mantra of showing up regularly and performing to the best of his abilities. The young fitness icon focuses on the journey to perfection rather than on the outcome. Furthermore, one could argue that the bodybuilder is a process-oriented individual with a deep insight into his own psyche. The 28-year-old athlete’s sensitivity and vulnerability are a breath of fresh air in a sport that prizes muscularity. What do you think about the IFBB pro’s approach to bodybuilding? Please let us know in the comments.

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