Bodybuilding star Mike O’Hearn, apart from being ripped even today, has been a constant advocate for standing against steroid usage in the sport. His expertise in the field, which stems from both sides of the debate, urges him to share his honest revelations on its use and staying natural. In a recent interview on his self-titled YouTube channel, the athlete shared a valuable piece of advice for aspiring bodybuilders. 

In the video, the American athlete reflected on his past experiences and narrated the significance of sustaining a natural physique. O’Hearn claimed that if an athlete embarks on their athletic journey at a young age itself, it is needless to employ performance-enhancing substances. 

Mike O’Hearn vouches for a natural build 

According to the interview, the 54-year-old athlete expressed his concern for the rising popularity of steroid usage. He shed light on the fact that even youngsters or individuals with enough potential are depending on chemical drugs to boost their physical development. He looked to answer the question, “Why would you be natural?” 

“If you wanna compete in your 20s, or teens, or in maybe your 30s, is why you would probably be natural,” the 6’2” athlete said. He also enlisted the fast success associated with using drugs, claiming that its effects can help equal one’s “20-year-old or 30-year-old self.” He seemed to agree with the point and said, “if you cash in the golden ticket later in life, then you can do that.” 

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However, getting back to his point, he tried to convince his fans that it was still not worth it. “So if you jump on it as a teenager or in your 20s… if you jump on it early, when you’re already grown…got the ability to build muscle…to get stronger and you’ve got your youth with you…I would say, don’t touch anything,” O’Hearn shared. In contrast to his above-said revelations, four-time Mr. Olympia, Jay Cutler, once issued forthright opinions about his build. 

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In an interview, the 49-year-old athlete was asked whether he feels that the two bodybuilders have employed steroids to attain their impressive physiques or not. Surprisingly, similar questions were raised about Cutler himself during his peak days. Hence, the beast caught up with a rather sensible reply. 

“You know those things I don’t really comment as much on because I understand the positioning. Everyone has their own position and if they choose not to talk about it, I respect that because for a long time I did the same right. I didn’t come out and say I take this,” the IFBB champion shared. 

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Despite the rumors about O’Hearn’s persistent drug usage in the past, the athlete makes sure he leaves the right influence on the upcoming generation. What do you think of his advice? Tell us in the comments.