Reigning Classic Physique Mr. Olympia Chris Bumstead is a modern?bodybuilding?icon. The Canadian bodybuilder took the division by storm and, after placing second in 2017 and 2018, took the crown in 2019. Bumstead has established himself as a fan favorite after winning the title four times in a row. Since last year, he has worked with the Pro-Creator Hany Rambod. However, his brother-in-law was responsible for his early success.

Former Canadian IFBB pro and two-time Toronto Pro winner Iain Valliere introduced Bumstead to bodybuilding. In the latest episode of The Truth podcast, CBum sat with his coach, Hany Rambod, and revealed why his mentor quit bodybuilding. He also explained the?“conflicts”?Valliere faced despite qualifying for this year’s Mr. Olympia.

Chris Bumstead reveals the truth about Iain Valliere’s retirement

During the podcast, Rambod asked CBum about the details behind Iain Valliere retiring from bodybuilding despite winning the Toronto Pro earlier this month. The renowned coach asked if Valliere had started his Mr. Olympia 2023 prep when he announced his retirement. The four-time Classic Physique winner said Valliere had started his Mr. Olympia prep but?“had some conflicts.”

“He was talking to me weeks ago, like debating it, trying to figure out if it was the right decision,”?said CBum. The King of Classic Physique said Valliere was thinking about longevity.?“So many bodybuilders that we know take it on way too long,”?explained the 28-year-old champion. While Valliere wanted to pursue the Mr. Olympia title, he was not ready to compromise his health.

Many bodybuilders?“Wait till they’re sick or wait till they place like s**t. They lose their physique,”?said the Classic Physique champion. While Valliere is 32 and still has time before his body shows signs of wear and tear, CBum’s mentor didn’t want to take the risk. The mentor and his pupil are similar when it comes to prioritizing health.

CBum doesn’t want to stick around for much longer

Working hard despite not having the?“best genetics,”?Iain Valliere retired on a high note. The bodybuilder is already moving on to the next chapter of his life. The reigning Classic Physique champion also wants to follow in Valliere’s footsteps. For the past year, CBum has addressed retirement multiple times. In fact, there was a rumor that he?would retire after the 2022 Mr. Olympia.

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While the bodybuilding icon didn’t retire, he has continued to advocate health over the pursuit of glory. Bumstead suffers from an autoimmune disease and hence takes health and wellness just as seriously as bodybuilding. The four-time champion also wants to retire from the sport on a high note, preserving his health. While Chris Bumstead hasn’t spelled out a retirement date, he?doesn’t plan to stick around?if he is competing for second place.

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