330lbs Nigerian Bodybuilder Reveals Strategy for Getting Over Mental Hurdles Before Arnold Classic 2023: “Just Be Overwhelmed”

The Nigerian Lion a.k.a. Samson Dauda is slowly rising to the top of the bodybuilding world. Though it took nearly a decade for the bodybuilder to make a name for himself in this industry, he is slowly getting there. Finishing 6th in the biggest bodybuilding tournament of 2022, Dauda has placed himself on the map. However, while enjoying the new fame, Dauda hasn’t lost track of his ultimate goal.

Samson Dauda is strategically balancing his fame and training to prepare for the upcoming contests. In his recent interview, Dauda revealed how he is preparing for the upcoming 2023 Arnold Classic. Second to the Olympia, Arnold Classic is the most talked-about tournament in the bodybuilding world, every year.

Samson Dauda opens up about the upcoming tournament and his plans for the same

On February 1, 2023, Samson Dauda appeared on a podcast by Giles Thomas. It was the 17th episode of the 5th season of the show named Global Muscle. Herein, Dauda claimed that though he has been in the industry since 2014, instead of being burnt out, he is just getting started. After his spectacular performance at the 2022 Mr. Olympia, finishing just one step behind the 2x Mr. Olympia, Big Ramy, not only has he put himself under the radar but also realized the pressure that comes with it. All eyes are on him as he prepares for the upcoming contest.

Talking about how he is managing the pressure, Dauda said, “I mean it’s absolutely crazy and you know. I think in one hand the fire down problem for the Arnold is over saving grace because it helps me not just sit there and have just be overwhelmed by, it gives me something to focus on.” He continued, “so I just do focus on okay get your cardio done get your training done get your meals in. Focus! You’ve got a show to do.”

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Furthermore, he shared that while he has accepted the new changes in his life; he is focusing on the things that are at hand. Presently, his focus is the Arnold Classic. Only once he is done with the classic will Dauda take a breather. With his level of dedication, Dauda will surely live up to the expectations of his fans.

Fans have faith in the Nigerian Lion

It is not new for bodybuilders to give a sneak-peak of their ribbed physique to their fans during the preparation time. Not only does it give fans an idea of what is about to come, but it also helps the bodybuilders boost their confidence. Similarly, Dauda has also used Instagram to flex his physique in front of his fans.

Looking at his perfectly sculpted body, fans are confident that Dauda can make a clean sweep at the upcoming Classic. They believe that the other competitors should now fight for the second spot. Though Dauda has won the favor of the masses. There is still some time before he finds out the result of all his efforts.

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