“The Torch Has Passed”: Inspired by the First Arnold Classic Champion, Former IFBB Pro’s Masters Olympia Announcement Receives Cheers From Bodybuilding World

Richard Gaspari is one of the most popular bodybuilders in the history of the sport. The first-ever Arnold Classic champion has inspired generations of bodybuilders with his exceptional physique. And the professional bodybuilder Vinny Galanti is one of the prominent names who have looked up to Gaspari. Galanti recently made a big announcement of participating in the upcoming Masters Olympia, however, he did it in a unique way. 

Galanti confirmed the news of his participation in this year’s Master Olympia after a long career as a pro bodybuilder. But the 45-year-old made headlines as he opened up about Gaspari’s role in his journey to the Masters Olympia.

Vinny Galanti shows his exceptional transition

The former IFBB pro took to Instagram and posted a transition post. The picture showed a striking contrast between his physique from 1985 and his current condition. In the older photo, Galanti had a classic bodybuilder’s physique, with broad shoulders, a narrow waist, and well-defined muscles. In the more recent photo, his physique had evolved to a more modern look, with thicker muscles and more mass overall.

“1985, 16 years old. I had no idea what I was doing. All I wanted was to be a bodybuilder…I have no idea why…it just took over my life lol”, he wrote. 

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Galanti also paid tribute to Gaspari, who inspired him to become a bodybuilder. He said that he had copied all of Gaspari’s poses throughout his career as it helped him to challenge himself to reach new heights in his own training. “Copying all of @richgaspari poses and did my routine to Bang Your Head by Quiet Riot. 39 years later…I’m headed to the MASTERS OLYMPIA”, he said. 

Fan community and Richard Gaspari reacts to Galanti’s announcement

Galanti’s announcement has created a buzz in the bodybuilding world, especially among his fans who are excited to see him back on the competitive stage. Even the veteran bodybuilder Gaspari applauded Galanti’s efforts and wish him all the luck for his contest. “Congrats Vinnie! Great to see how I inspired you and now you are an inspiration to others! The torch has passed!”, he wrote. 

The fitness community was impressed with Galanti’s transformation and flooded the comment box with their takes. A fan wrote, “So great man.”. Another one commented, “A marathon!!! Great stuff”. Some fans were stunned by the exceptional conditioning of the bodybuilder. “Pretty insane! 39 years later and still training to be your best”. Overall, Galanti’s journey has been impressive so far. As the countdown to Master Olympia begins fans would be hoping to see a great performance from Galanti. 

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