As the 2023 bodybuilding season kicks off, former pro bodybuilders Chris Cormier and Terrick El Guindy are already looking ahead to the Mr. Olympia lineup. In a recent episode of their podcast Prime Time Muscle, the two discussed the potential of some of the top competitors, including Iain Valliere, Michal Krizo Križánek, and Vitaliy Ugolnikov, also known as “Good Vito.”
Iain Valliere Reflects on Last Year’s Mr. Olympia Finish
Last year, Iain Valliere fell short of his goal of winning the Mr. Olympia title, finishing in 11th place. Despite the disappointing result, Valliere pushed through adversity during prejudging and finals, earning respect from fans and fellow competitors alike. In reflecting on his last show, Valliere admits to some mistakes in his nutrition, posing, and training, but is determined to come back stronger than ever in 2023.
Michal Krizo’s Rapid Rise to the Mr. Olympia Stage
Michal Krizo Križánek had a breakout season in 2022, winning a pro show and earning his Mr. Olympia invite in a matter of months. The Slovakian mass monster made his Olympia debut with a strong showing, finishing in 12th place, just one spot behind Iain Valliere. With his impressive size and conditioning, Krizo has the potential to make a push for the Mr. Olympia title in 2023.
Good Vito: The Dark Horse of the 2023 Mr. Olympia Lineup?
Vitaliy Ugolnikov, better known as “Good Vito,” is a relatively unknown competitor in the Mr. Olympia lineup. However, Chris Cormier and Terrick El Guindy believe that the Ukrainian bodybuilder could surprise some people with his potential. With his impressive physique and posing skills, Good Vito could be a dark horse to watch out for in the 2023 Mr. Olympia.
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‘Good Vito’ a Rising Star in the Bodybuilding Community
Good Vito Gains Popularity Among Bodybuilding Fans
As the 2023 bodybuilding season kicks off, bodybuilding fans are keeping a close eye on rising star Vitaliy Ugolnikov, also known as ‘Good Vito.’ Good Vito’s popularity has surged in recent years, thanks to his impressive size and conditioning, as well as his enviable biceps and flaring quads.
Good Vito Earns IFBB Pro Card
Good Vito’s hard work and dedication paid off last November when he earned his IFBB Pro card. He won the Musclecontest International Brazil Nationals, securing his place among the top professional bodybuilders in the world. Good Vito’s success has not gone unnoticed by bodybuilding experts, who are eager to see what he will bring to the stage in the 2023 season.
According to Chris Cormier and Olympia Judge advise Iain Valliere: ‘He Needs to Bring Up His Calves & Back’
El Guindy Believes Iain Valliere Will Go Down as One of Canada’s Best Bodybuilders
“He’s a great bodybuilder. Iain is a great bodybuilder. He’s won plenty of pro shows. He’s going to go down in history as one of the best Canadian bodybuilders of all time; I got to give him credit for that. Was this performance his best performance? No. It wasn’t a good performance, he’ll be the first one to tell you, ‘I missed my peak, I’m going to be better next time.’”
El Guindy suggests Iain Valliere improve his back and calves.
“The biggest issue here is his back. His back double biceps, his back lat spread, because look at this: this is one of his best poses [side triceps] this is how he won in Texas; this is how he won a lot of shows. Look at the hamstrings, the legs, he’s massive on top, he’s a mass monster. From the back here, this is not a good back double biceps,” said Terrick El Guindy.
“Let me tell you then: he needs to bring up his calves, his back, here’s the thing, I had a chance to talk to Iain Valliere. Sometimes, we look at the posing and maybe he needs to practice his back posing. I’m not saying he’s pinching his back on the back double biceps but on the back lat spread, I just don’t like it. He needs to fix that. If he fixes that and he becomes as good as that side chest, this guy is formidable.”.
Chris Cormier Discusses Michal Krizo’s Potential as a Bodybuilder : ‘Everything About Him is Raw, But He Has So Much Upside’
Chris Cormier, a former professional bodybuilder and current commentator, has recently shared his thoughts on Michal Krizo, a rising star in the bodybuilding community. Cormier believes that Krizo is still relatively inexperienced in certain aspects of the sport, particularly posing, but also noted that the Slovakian athlete possesses impressive mass and conditioning. Despite his rawness, Cormier sees potential in Krizo and predicted that he will pose a challenge for his fellow competitors in the near future.
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“He wanted to go up against the big boys, he wanted to be considered the best or one of the best in the world and I mean… he could have placed better but I was really impressed when he took that shirt off and hit that crab [during the presser]. The big old arms, he’s very raw as I noticed, very raw. Everything he does, from the posing, the training, everything is raw with him but he has so much upside. I think he’s going to give some people some real headaches pretty soon. I’m really impressed with what he can bring in the future. Those arms — they are gigantic,” said Chris Cormier.
“He might have some of the biggest arms in the history [of the sport]. To make it more disproportionate, he doesn’t have a big head. His head is kind of small so his arms look even bigger,” said El Guindy. “He’s just so impressive.”
Chris Cormier Discusses the Potential of ‘Good Vito’: ‘He’s Another One That Will Shock A Lot of People’
Chris Cormier, popularly known as ‘The Real Deal,’ has expressed his belief in Good Vito’s potential to make significant progress in the Men’s Open category this year.
“Good Vito, he’s very young, big flaring quads. The back is not too bad for his age. I mean, at that age, you don’t expect someone to have that type of back development. I had a tough time building it for a long time. Just his depth to his body is pretty good,” said Chris Cormier.
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“When that comes, you got to get around someone that’s actually done that shit [bodybuilding]. But he has so much upside, I was looking forward to trying to see if he was going to be able to get into a pro show and try to get to the Olympia but you know, there’s always time for that. He’s a young guy. He has a lot of road ahead of him. As long as he stays doing everything smart — I think he’s another one that can shock a lot of people pretty soon.”
El Guindy has reportedly heard a rumor that Good Vito is planning to compete at the Arnold Classic South America contest in 2024.
“I think he is in his late 20s. So, he’s a guy that was with the other federation,” El Guindy said. “I was able to connect him with some guys in Brazil who were looking for a bodybuilder [to sponsor]. He’s been training in Brazil. He’s massive. Now, the thing about [him], we have not seen him compete in the IFBB Pro League. Rumor has it he’s going to make his pro debut at the Arnold Classic in Brazil.”
Andrew Jacked Emerges as Men’s Open Contender
Andrew Jacked has emerged as a new contender in the Men’s Open division. He had an impressive season in 2022, winning the 2022 Texas Pro and Arnold Classic UK shows. Jacked also made his debut at Mr. Olympia, finishing eighth, and earned third place at the 2023 Arnold Classic. His recent success has put him on the radar of fans and competitors alike.
El Guindy Issues Apology for Insensitive Language
A video promoting an episode of the bodybuilding podcast “Beers With the Boys” was initially deleted after offending fans online. El Guindy, one of the hosts, used derogatory language to describe some Men’s Open competitors who were unsuccessful at the Olympia stage. In response to the backlash, El Guindy issued an apology and promised to be more careful with his word choice in the future.
Valliere, Good Vito, and Krizo Could Shake Up 2023 Mr. Olympia
With a highly talented Men’s Open division, fans are eagerly waiting to see who earns an invite to compete in this year’s Mr. Olympia. El Guindy and Chris Cormier are confident that Iain Valliere, Good Vito, and Michal Krizo have the potential to make a significant impact in the competition, assuming they qualify. The trio’s impressive performances and potential have sparked excitement and anticipation among fans.
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Overview
As the 2023 bodybuilding season begins, fans and experts alike are buzzing about the potential of several top competitors, including Iain Valliere, Michal Krizo Križánek, and Vitaliy Ugolnikov, aka “Good Vito.” Last year, Valliere fell short of his goal of winning the Mr. Olympia title, finishing in 11th place. However, the Canadian bodybuilder is determined to come back stronger than ever after reflecting on his mistakes in nutrition, posing, and training. Meanwhile, Krizo had a breakout season in 2022, earning his Mr. Olympia invite and finishing just one spot behind Valliere in his debut. As for Good Vito, he may be a relatively unknown competitor in the lineup, but experts such as Chris Cormier and Terrick El Guindy believe the Ukrainian bodybuilder has the potential to surprise some people with his impressive physique and posing skills. Overall, the 2023 Mr. Olympia lineup is shaping up to be a thrilling competition for fans of the sport.
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