Chris Bumstead Was Happy That His “Sister Started Dating This Dude Who’s Really Jacked” in High School

Chris Bumstead has inspired millions with his physique but he’s not the only one to do so. His elder sister Melissa Bumstead has also competed in competitive bodybuilding shows and is also known for her physique. In a recent 2023 interview, Bumstead openly spoke about the days of old when his sister started dating Ian Valliere in high school. CBum recalled being happy about her romantic indulgences as he remembered Valliere as this “really jacked” senior. In fact, CBum didn’t stop himself to acknowledge that his brother-in-law, Valliere has been an inspiration to him since. 

Bumstead disclosed his opinions to his coach Hany Rambod in the 81st episode of The Truth podcast that was aired on 24th February. After parting ways with his then-coach Ian Valliere who decided to make a comeback himself in the Open category, the two bodybuilding brothers have always shared a close relationship. Elaborating on why he liked Valliere, Bumstead explained how Valliere helped him give direction to his life. 

Ian Valliere has been no less than a turning point for Chris Bumstead 

At that time when Melissa and Valliere started dating, Bumstead was simply keen on working out. Recalling those times, he remembered Valliere complimenting him to Melissa, saying, “Your brother’s really jacked.”  After that, gradually, Bumstead forged a strong bond with Valliere who shared the same love for working out. “I was like pumped that my sister started dating this dude who’s like really jacked and could teach me how to get more jacked”, Bumstead admitted. 

Valliere who already finished high school took CBum under his wing. Bumstead then related how he “took a year off” after high school and Valliere offered to coach him to which he readily agreed. 

Many might find it surprising but Valliere helped him to compete in his first show in 2014. In fact, it was Valliere who had extensively trained him from “2014 to 2021.” Post 2021, Bumstead decided to change his coach and turned to Hany Rambod for coaching. In a Youtube video posted in 2022, Bumstead and Valliere told fans the real reason for this decision. 

It was time for the bodybuilding brothers to not continue their coach-client relationship 

This video was broadcasted on 19th October 2022. Valliere gave his opinion, “Look we’re both in prep for the Olympia as well and you know there’s obviously other things on our mind.”  At that time, preparing for Olympia 2022 was Valliere’s top priority. 

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Further in this video, Bumstead expressed his gratitude to Valliere for the achievements they had accomplished. Stating how it was not easy as a coach, Bumstead remarked how this change was scary. Trained by Vallierie, Bumstead had participated in the Sudbury Championships, later winning three Olympia titles. 

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Bumstead’s views on Valliere indicate how their relationship has grown stronger. How are you inspired and motivated by Valliere’s bond with Bumstead? Share your opinions in the comments section.