In the ever-evolving world of bodybuilding, Shaun Clarida’s relentless pursuit to dominate the 212 class is a narrative that continues to captivate. A recent YouTube video serves as a testament to his determination, depicting the American bodybuilder navigating an arduous arm workout, all in preparation for his impending title defense at the 2023 Mr. Olympia.
A Decade of Dominance in Men’s 212 Division
Since his professional debut in 2014, Clarida has remained an indomitable figure in the Men’s 212 division, a tenure spanning nearly ten prolific years. His ascent to the apex, marked by a combination of raw muscle, impeccable size, and conditioning, saw him breach the top ten of the 212 Mr. Olympia as early as 2017. This ascent culminated in 2020 when he managed to wrest the title from Kamal Elgargni. Although 2021 witnessed Derek Lunsford briefly steal the spotlight, Clarida, true to form, reclaimed his title in the subsequent year.
An Impressive Foray into the Arnold Classic
The 2023 Arnold Classic bore witness to another feather in Clarida’s cap, as he ventured, perhaps audaciously, into the Men’s Open division. In this domain, bodybuilding maestro Lee Labrada recognized Clarida’s potential, dubbing him a strong title contender. Demonstrating poise and tenacity, Clarida held his own against the behemoths of the sport, including former Mr. Olympia, Mamdouh ‘Big Ramy’ Elssbiay, finishing a laudable fifth.
The Race to Surpass Flex Lewis
Post his Arnold Classic performance, Clarida ignited conversations in the bodybuilding milieu, brazenly suggesting he could rival the likes of Big Ramy on the Olympia dais. But even amidst these bold assertions, Clarida remains steadfast in his allegiance to the 212 division. His eyes are set on a lofty goal: to topple the record held by the legendary Flex Lewis, a bodybuilder with seven 212 Olympia titles to his name.
Sculpting Mastery with FST-7 and Beyond
Under the tutelage of the distinguished Hany Rambod, Clarida unveiled the intricacies of the FST-7 training approach—a pivotal component in his quest to craft a formidable chest. The bodybuilding cognoscenti were soon abuzz as Clarida showcased a staggering physique transformation, tipping the scales at 206 pounds, a revelation made 20 weeks in advance of the 2023 Mr. Olympia.
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‘The Giant Killer’ Sets New Goals
Embodying his epithet, ‘The Giant Killer’, Clarida harbors ambitions that extend beyond his current stature. Initiating his preparation cycle early, he’s fervently channeling efforts to fortify specific areas, namely the hamstrings and chest, hoping to dazzle at the next Olympia iteration.
Shaun Clarida’s Arm Dominance: 13 Weeks Out from 2023 Mr. Olympia Defense
As the anticipation for the 2023 Mr. Olympia title defense builds, Shaun Clarida is ramping up his training intensity. A recent YouTube video provided fans an up-close view of his dedication, where Clarida tackled an exhaustive arm workout.
Not one to follow the beaten path, Clarida admitted that he doesn’t incorporate arm days into every week of his regimen. Yet, when he does focus on his arms, he prioritizes hammer curls for his biceps and single-hand overhand dumbbell extensions for his triceps.
“Generally speaking I don’t have arm days throughout the year,” said Clarida. “I always do a push pull leg split and those will actually do that as well and then you add in bicep and the back and add a little triceps on at the end of your shoulder and chest day. Once I hit a certain amount, a certain time in prep, I do like to incorporate an arm day. I still like to keep my second chest day so what I’m doing right now is alternating. Last week, I hit two chest days and took arm day completely out. Today I’m letting my chest rest a little bit and doing arm day today. I’ll rotate that up to a certain point and once I hit maybe eight weeks out, it’ll just be arm days all the way throughout rest of the prep.”
“I always got that one particular exercise that works best for me, my go-to, for biceps it’s hammer curls and for triceps, it’s single-arm overhead dumbbell extensions. It just puts so much tension, resistance, and stretch. It’s just phenomenal and what I contribute my triceps growth to.”
“I always like to warm things up warm the biceps and elbows up, get some blood in the area, make sure things feeling good before going to any hot heavy compound movements.”
“Warm-ups are usually anywhere from 20 to 25 reps. Actual work set, my range would be anywhere from 10 to 12.”
“For arms, I’m a big believer in keeping that rep range 8 to 12 depending on if it’s a compound movement. When it comes to cable movement, I like that 12 to 15 rep range.”
Shaun Clarida arm workout:
- Rope Triceps Extension
- Cable Biceps Curl
- Cable Triceps Pushdown
- Dumbbell Hammer Curl
- Single-Arm Overhead Triceps Extension
- Single-Arm Biceps Preacher Curl
- Cross-Body Triceps Extension
- Overhead Cable Curls
- Triceps Dips Machine
Shaun Clarida’s Rigorous Training Regimen Ahead of 2023 Olympia
As the anticipation for the 2023 Olympia mounts, Shaun Clarida is pulling out all the stops. Recently, he unveiled a punishing back and biceps routine tailored for his Olympia preparation. Not one to rest on his laurels, Clarida then shifted gears to a strenuous lower body session, showcasing his remarkable quad development.
The latest insights make it clear: Clarida is wholeheartedly committed, sparing no effort as he eyes his third 212 Olympia title for the upcoming competition.
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Overview
Shaun Clarida is gearing up for his 2023 Mr. Olympia title defense, intensifying his training as highlighted in a recent YouTube video. Since debuting in 2014, he’s been a prominent figure in the Men’s 212 division, notably securing the title in 2020. His recent participation in the Arnold Classic showcased his versatility, earning him a commendable fifth place. Despite hinting at challenges beyond the 212 class, Clarida remains focused on surpassing Flex Lewis’ seven Olympia titles. His training, under Hany Rambod, has emphasized unique approaches like the FST-7 method. As the competition nears, Clarida is refining his physique with specific routines for arms, back, biceps, and lower body, all aiming for his third Olympia title.
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