After having spent years on the football field earning a name, retired NFL star Shannon Sharpe has once again found his passion in an unexpected area. Showing off his ripped physique on the eve of his 54th birthday, Sharpe surprised his fans. Helping in his bodybuilding endeavors is seven times Mr. Olympia Champion Phil Heath. Sharing pro tips with the Super Bowl champion, Heath extended his helping hands and imparted his bodybuilding wisdom to the NFL star.

However, being an expert in the field, Heath knows the technicalities and makes it a point to reveal his limitations in the sport. Speaking about Heath in his podcast with Jay & Matt, the bodybuilder shares his concern.

Phil Heath made Shannon Sharpe aware of his limitations

The show host revealed that they enjoyed watching Sharpe and Heath working out together, and would love to see Sharpe more. Talking about it, Jay said, “there’s lot of potential to get on stage you should get them in the PhilHealth classic.” To which Heath added, “I really need to hit him up about that.”

As Matt nods in agreement and talks about Sharpe’s “crazy condition”, modern bodybuilding legend Heath soon joins in to talk about the areas in which Sharpe faces problems. He talked about how Sharpe still bench presses 500 pounds. Heath added, “His problem though like I told him, I said your problem is that you he’s a big bench press guy yeah, and I’m like you can’t do that because you’ll have a twinge every now.”

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Heath also drew attention to Sharpe’s age and remarked how he is “50-54 years old” and simply “cannot” do that. Despite the limitations, Sharpe’s passion for staying fit is praiseworthy. The football legend works on a rigorous diet and workout plan to be healthy and in good shape. He also pays minute attention to his lifestyle.

A look at Sharpe’s regular workout plan that helps him stay fit 

For the NFL legend, age is just a bar. Eager to defy the odds, the retired football star turned bodybuilder engages in a rigorous workout. Emphasizing each body part, he successfully pulls out high-volume reps with ease. His usual rep day routine would consist of the following-

• Bench Press: 3 sets of 20, 15, 10
• Seated Shoulder Press: 3 sets of 10, ascending weight
• Side Lateral Raises x Front Lateral Raises: 3 sets of 10
• Incline Dumbbell Bench Press: 3 sets of 12, ascending weight

Post-work, he also makes sure to rest to prevent extreme fatigue. Before announcing his retirement in 2003, Sharpe played professional football for 14 years. In addition, he has won three Super Bowls, twice with the Denver Broncos (in 1997 and 1998) and once with the Baltimore Ravens (in 2000). Now with him pursuing bodybuilding, there’s more to look out for.

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