Sam Sulek Links Up with Urs Kalecinski for Intense Back Training and Posing Session

Sam Sulek, the newest IFBB Pro, recently teamed up with top Classic Physique contender Urs Kalecinski for a back workout and posing session, combining intense training with expert-level refinement. As a result, the collaboration gave fans a firsthand look at how two rising stars in the sport sharpen their physiques and presentation.

Sulek’s rise has been fast but deliberate. After earning his Pro Card with a victory at the 2025 Arnold Amateur, he set his sights on a bigger stage. Then, at the 2025 Legends Classic in Las Vegas, he competed for a chance to qualify for Columbus. Ultimately, he claimed first place in the Classic Physique division and locked in his Arnold Amateur spot.

Meanwhile, Kalecinski has remained a top threat in Classic Physique. He placed third at the 2022 Arnold Classic, just behind Ramon Rocha Queiroz and champion Terrence Ruffin. Since then, he has held his position in the upper ranks. In fact, he continued his top-three streak through both 2023 and 2024.

Featured Image –Sam Sulek Links Up with Urs Kalecinski for Intense Back Training and Posing Session– Credit: @Sam_Sulek, @the.miraclebear (Instagram)

Sam Sulek & Urs Kalecinski Back Workout Training

Sam Sulek and Urs Kalecinski teamed up for a back training session that combined muscle-building intensity with technical posing. First, the duo powered through four key exercises aimed at hypertrophy. Then, they transitioned to a focused posing session that helped refine their Classic Physique presentation.

Exercise	Focus / Notes
Iso Front Lat Pulldown	One-arm vs. two-arm pulldown discussion
Chest Supported T-Bar Rows	Rest-pause reps (10-15 sec breaks)
Assisted Pull-Ups	Lat thickness and size
Row Machine	Final exercise before posing

Iso Front Lat Pulldown

The workout began with iso front lat pulldowns. Before starting, the two discussed arm usage during the movement.

“If I’m doing something lighter, I might want to do one arm because I’m not winded after. It’s just a burn but if I’m moving stuff around, sometimes I do think if you do your right side first, you got to take a breath? Or just do it right after.”

Chest Supported T-Bar Rows

Next, they moved to chest-supported T-bar rows. Here, they introduced rest-pause reps to increase time under tension.

“You take 10 to 12 to 15 seconds in between then you go again.”

“I’m kind of rowed out,” Sulek said.

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Assisted Pull-Ups

After rows, Kalecinski suggested the assisted pull-up machine to emphasize lat thickness and width. This helped keep the session productive despite Sulek’s fatigue.

“We can do thickness. This machine is super good. Chin over the bar, it’s like one rep but maybe for CrossFit, not for bodybuilding.”

Row Machine

Finally, the session wrapped with the row machine. Before moving to posing, Kalecinski reflected on how his training evolved over time.

“When I was starting up, I did like 30 sets of chest, probably like 25 of those was for delts or something.”

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Overview

Sam Sulek and Urs Kalecinski teamed up for a back workout and posing session. Together, they combined intense training with technical posing practice. Moreover, Sulek is quickly rising after earning his Pro Card at the 2025 Arnold Amateur. Meanwhile, Kalecinski remains a consistent top contender, placing third at the 2022 Arnold Classic and maintaining his elite status through 2024. As a result, their collaboration highlights how two top Classic Physique athletes sharpen both muscle and stage presence.

Featured Image –Sam Sulek Links Up with Urs Kalecinski for Intense Back Training and Posing Session– Credit: @Sam_Sulek, @the.miraclebear (Instagram)