Dorian Yates’s name will remain forever in the annals of bodybuilding history. The 6x Mr. Olympia consecutive title holder has transformed the fitness industry. He is the harbinger of the mass monster era of the 1990s. Dorian Yates was very elusive but aimed at building a Hulk-like figure.

Rarely has the bodybuilding circuit seen any bodybuilder so rigorous and self-disciplined. The Shadow introduced ingenious methods of training one’s muscles still unknown. The trailblazer continues to share his fitness journey with his fans.

Dorian Yates has an alternative approach to fitness

Recently, the legendary fitness icon took to Instagram to share his fresh approach to fitness. He posted two pictures on social media, one with a thumbs up and the other showing him working out in the open air. Accompanying the picture was a detailed post on Intermittent Fasting.

The Shadow wrote, “Intermittent fasting, quite the polar opposite approach to eating than I was used to 30 years ago when I’d be eating every two hours!” He further writes: “I’ve experienced numerous benefits, and have researched pretty much every approach to dieting. Intermittent fasting works extremely well for myself.”

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It’s important to note that Yates mentions the difference in approach while building muscles and staying healthy. The 61-year fitness coach is now focusing on wellness as opposed to extreme muscle growth. In the post, he mentions I’m now pursuing my health goals and optimizing for longevity as opposed to bodybuilding.”

Intermittent Fasting explained by Yates

In his blog, DY Nutrition, the English IFFB pro explains the main points of Intermittent Fasting. He mentions the popular approach to fasting, the 16:8 method in which one fasts for 16 hours and eats for 8 hours. The 5:2 method in which people reduce their calories to a negligible amount for two days a week. There is also the  12:12 approach, which has equal hours of eating and fasting window.

Yates mentions that this approach is the opposite of his bodybuilding days. During his preparation for the competition, he would eat up every two-three hours up to 6000 calories. He did this to put mass on his body as his goal was to “become the “best bodybuilder on the planet”. 

The retired bodybuilder shows the importance of changing diet and workout methods with changes in fitness goals. Intermittent fasting uses a process called autophagy. Fasting cleanses one’s body to induce mental clarity and increased strength and overall well-being. Whatever method the icon follows is working wonders. In the words of his follower, he is “still an absolute beast”. Would you try out fasting? Share with us in the comments.

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