Summary
Highlights
Alex Hormozi joins Chris Bumstead for a leg workout, starting with warm-ups for what Chris describes as a group of "old broken men." They discuss their off-season weight and the challenges of maintaining mass while continually improving. The workout begins with Russian lunges, highlighting the deceptive weight of the equipment and the importance of deep breaths and controlled movements.
Chris discusses the paradox where bodybuilding success brings opportunities (speaking, guest posing, podcasts) that can hinder continued bodybuilding success. He emphasizes the importance of starting a business early rather than waiting until retirement. Alex shares his content creation strategy, filming daily and adapting to his energy levels, and his experience with live vs. recorded presentations.
Alex references a viral tweet about getting in shape between 16 and 25, as priorities shift later in life. He shares his own journey of being obsessed with fitness from 14 to 23, dedicating significant time to the gym. They also discuss the Raw Athletic Club public gym, recently opened in Florida, and Alex's partnership in a supplement business.
The workout continues with Bulgarian split squats. Alex shares his appreciation for Las Vegas as a non-judgmental, tourism-driven, and tax-free city with excellent connectivity and amenities, making it a great place to live and work.
Chris discusses the balance between pushing limits and minimizing injury risk, especially with recent changes to weight caps in his category. They delve into the concept of risk-adjusted returns, comparing it to investing, and the differing objectives of champions like Michael Jordan and Ronnie Coleman, emphasizing that judging others' goals is unproductive.
Alex explains his objective: not simply to be the richest man, but to be the richest man he can "become" through personal growth derived from entrepreneurship. He shares how selling his previous business led to a re-evaluation of his goals and a focus on maximizing productive, fulfilling days, whether that involves business creation or spending time with loved ones.
Alex speaks about his definition of a champion: someone who makes their own rules and prioritizes internal validation over external approval. He highlights the wisdom in choosing which games to play, referencing his personal rule of avoiding anything he feels he "has" to do.
Alex recounts developing an injury from excessive calf training, leading him to significantly reduce his calf workouts. He demonstrates a specific calf machine and discusses the importance of deep stretches and controlled negatives for muscle growth, sharing a story of clients who couldn't walk after his intense calf routine.
Chris talks about the chaos and rewards of being a dad, noting the challenge it poses for bodybuilding due to sleep deprivation, but also the support he receives. They discuss their wives' competitive backgrounds and Alex's personal adjustments to his workout routine, including increased warm-ups to manage pain.
Alex praises the Nebula calf machine for its unique lever and range of motion, attributing it to his past calf development. He then discusses his squatting mechanics, noting his short femurs and long torso, which are advantageous for leg movements, and his experience with Sumo vs. Conventional deadlifts.
Alex explains how high-volume training, specifically 20-rep maxes for deadlifts and squats, dramatically increased his strength during his younger years. He shares his surprising bench press gains, where he added 35 pounds naturally in six weeks by focusing on high volume sets.
Alex reveals this year is the first he has consistently followed a program, previously relying on intuition and feel. He emphasizes the importance of developing intuition in training and in life, adapting his work based on his energy levels, and capitalizing on days he feels highly productive. He concludes by talking about avoiding comparison to others and the insights gained from analyzing his own feelings of inadequacy.