This video is also available in Spanish: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/h9CfZ8Kop6zcqac.html Translated and narrated by my girlfriend, who you see in this video :)

Modern bodybuilding is essentially a competition of *who can consume the most drugs without dying.*

Funny how it's a massive scandal if athletes in other sports are found to have taken steroids but in bodybuilding it's just general practice.

Training in a home gym with your partner. That's a dream right there

"Diet down to gulag levels" man that hit me outta nowhere 🤣

Man, you're doing a great job raising awareness among younger people, and even older people, not to fall for the nonsense of using these drugs. We are together, my brother! And speaking of which, your shape is great, from now on it's just evolution. Take care, brother!

People got lost in the roids.

It truly is a shame that Sam is probably close to being middle aged and he’s barely in his 20’s

This is EXACTLY how I’ve felt! I’m glad that there are definitely tons of natural athletes that wouldn’t ever touch steroids. I’m a certified PT and I’m going to make videos soon!

I couldn't agree with this video more. As a 76 year old who still works out with weights I began my journey into bodybuilding at age 15. As many young men at that time I was inspired by the classic physiques of Steve Reeves, Reg Park, Clarence Ross, John Grimek and others of that era. I was fanatic about watching my diet, taking protein supplements, drinking only water and milk and living a heathy lifestyle. My first experience with a bodybuilder who used steroids came when in 1967 when I was at Ft. Sam Houston in 1967. I came out of basic training weighing 155 lbs but in 10 weeks working out in our company gym, which rivaled a Gold's Gym, I had the opportunity to meet and workout with a former Mr. Illinois. He was a big fellow, over 220 lbs with a barrel chest. We became training partners and after 10 weeks I had gained 30 lbs of muscle! I was bench pressing over 325 lbs and squatting over 400 lbs. He was really excited about my progress and said that I was ready to go to the next level, meaning taking Dianabol. I told him that I wasn't interested in taking drugs and that I was into bodybuilding to improve my body and to remain healthy. He told me that if I didn't take steroids that I would never be successful in bodybuilding contests. I told him that I could live with that. Over the years I have had the opportunity to meet Chris Dickerson who later won the Mr. Olympia contest and Kevin Levrone who placed 2nd several times in the Mr. Olympia contest. I have never regretted my decision not to take steroids to aid in building my physique. I built 18" arms and a 47" chest the natural way and I still work out to maintain my strength although now my main goal is not getting injured. Steroids have ruined bodybuilding, professional wrestling, football and other sports as well. When I see stories of young men dying at an early age as a result of steroid abuse it makes me sad and a bit angry because these people are living for the moment and gambling with their future.

We don't need more young men to repeat the failures of Zyzz, Shawn Rhoden, Joe Lindner, Rich Piana, Cedric McMillan, George Peterson, Andreas Münzer, Ben Harnett, Dallas McCarver, Jerry Wane Ward, Bostin Loyd etc.

It's all about drugs! Drugs for depression, drugs for social events, drugs for body building. Can't live life without ingesting something first!

I don't get why everybody calls him a "nice, chill guy" when he makes content shaming people for being "small". He's actively contributing to body dysmorphia and perpetuating the idea that men should all want to be as huge as possible.

I used testosterone for 8 months, I was 17/18, I'm 20 now. This channel helped me realize that I did not need it at all and I have been off for 2 years. More size came with the side effects, Body dismorphia, acne on my back and gyno. Looking at social media influencers using gear, I thought it was normal. This channel is the main reason I haven't gone back. I like Sam and respect all the other bodybuilders regardless of gear use, but taking 40 years off my life for an extra 30-50 pounds of muscle that won't even look good, no thanks. Gracias, mi corazon te lo agradece, literalmente. Fisico cultismo natural es la mejor ruta a la larga.

Amazing that the idea to take drugs with side effects and take more drugs to fight those side effects with more side effects and the problems never ends.

We nattys are not alone!

What's worse is that nobody fools themself enough to consider a pro bodybuilder something like a friend. Sam Suleks videos are exactly like this though, his comment section is infested with victims of a parasocial relationship, pretending that the guy is basically their best buddy which only increases the potential dangers of this type of idolization, you should never obsess over anyone at all. It's not his fault, this just happens on the internet, I just wish it was more common to realize this is happening and not just falling into the trap.

Guys like Steve Reeves should be what everyone tries to look like. He looked GREAT. Ask any woman. They guys now are revolting

The Dark Souls hollow level of conditioning required in natural bodybuilding competitions is, in my opinion, the main factor holding back the sport.

Proud lifetime natty here who’s continued making slow & steady gains through the years. Always makes me sad when I hear people actually believe that they need to jump on gear to keep making gains after only a couple/few years of lifting. I appreciate your honest take on this topic, and while I believe everyone can do whatever they want with their bodies, taking drugs to achieve a physique faster or on a higher level in general is very short sighted and something that most people will come to regret with all the negative side effects that frequently accompany steroid/PED use. Great video and messaging! 💪

he WILL regret his decisions at the very moment he gets a heartattack or aneurysm and is on deaths door. but then it will be too late.

Drug use,mass monsters,fake-nattys and now brain-dead influencers posing in good lightning/editing gains while making millions on newbies.

Agree with your points completely. Best video about Sulek so far. I really like how you don't mince words, people have been too political and apologetic about this topic. Well done. Silver Era mindset is where it's at. Physique, aesthetics, longevity, health. Steve Reeves wanted to live to 100. If he hadn't tragically died of a pulmonary embolism after surgery, I firmly believe he's still be alive. He'd be 97 today.

I stopped watching Sam once he went on accutane weirdly enough. When I was in high school I developed cycstic acne and it was horrible, so accutane was the only option. When you go on that drug you are presented with a giant fold-out pamphlet of the list of side effects. It's extremely harsh on the body, I suffered from depression, stomach cramps, and my lips peeling off the whole way through. It's extremely hard on your kidneys and if you're already on steroids I can't imagine the damage it will do. When I saw Sam go on accutane to curb his acne I couldn't get over how casually he took it, and what he must already be putting his body through. It completely turned me off from his channel because I do not believe he will see past 30, I honestly don't know if he will even make it another 5 years. You can watch him turn red and dyspneic from just sitting in his car or talking which happened to Rich Piana towards the end of his life. I volunteer EMS and I can tell you this dude is in really really bad shape, he's showing all the signs of heart failure and it's getting worse. The last thing is that I've been going to the gym for years, and now I'm seeing tons of kids pour in copying his training style. They know he's on roids but still copy what he does as if it still applies to them. People are quick to hate on fake natties (e.g. David Laid) but a lot of guys could achieve a close enough physique while staying lean and off drugs. Sam is whole different beast, where following his regimen as a natural lifter will not get you even close to how he looks and he's clearly abusing steroids which might push people to do the same. Idk man, this whole situation is massively fucked up.

“One of the side effects of steroid abuse is getting very big muscles, so it’s all good” cracked me up. You deliver your points in a very balanced and well spoken manner. Great video ^^

I've questioned the same thing for years. Bodybuilding used to be about the "beach body" look and was not only healthier, but much more visually appealing with some mainstream attention. Then since probably Dorian (big fan but just being real) it became a freak show. It's ALL about pharmacology now. Not a coincidence that it's more niche than ever. I definitely would love to see the classic standard come back.

Hope this blows up! People need to hear this message

Unpopular opinion: I think bodybuilding is NOT a sport. Let's be real: it's a beauty contest. That's it. A toxic beauty contest. Does it take effort and hard work etc? Yes it does, but at the end of the day all it is about is looking "good", even if you don't actually compete. That's why the merit of the work is shadowed by the final results. Do I enjoy looking at these montrosities of dudes? Yes I do. And I also know they could die at any moment.

Male beauty standards are too unrealistic

Sulek is not an example to follow but he is the product of what influencers are at the moment. Not going to lie mate: IT IS ON US TO PUSH BACK yes with explanations but even more leading the way. There are a great number of young people abusing steroids because they think it is not worth doing differently. We must be the ones to show the way. If we don't lead they will lead. We have to be the Goggins of body building and aesthetics.

I wish more people would come out and say what you are saying. The current generation has an even more distorted perception of what is naturally possible than prior generations, because they are bombarded by the imagery put forth by "fitness influencers" on social media - many of who use PEDs.

You got yourself a subscriber. Well put and close to how i feel about these horrible modern trends in the fitness/socialmedia areas. It's crazy how many people are so clueless and get sucked in by these influencers.

I really enjoy Sam Sulek's videos but you are honestly correct on everything. I want to see Sam being healthy, and even if his size decreases, I would much much rather see that as opposed to him succumbing to his copious steroid usage.

This is one of the best channels out here on fitness and bodybuilding. Keep up the good work.

is this a home gym? leg press in a home gym is insane haha so cool

I can't overstate the importance of the work you're doing to call out what's happening and to break it down so clearly. I hope you keep it up, your voice is needed.

As an always and ALL WAYS all-natural 54-year-old female bodybuilder bodybuilding for over 41+ years (started at 13), I completely agree with what you are saying here. Recently, I was wondering why there is not a community of those like myself who are lifelong non-competitive bodybuilders because we make up the majority of bodybuilders. Those who merely appear to be seen the most do not represent to ANY accuracy what bodybuilding really is and the spirit of it is. Thus, the solution is for more all-natural bodybuilders to engage in social media and show people what a normal, non-chemically enhanced physique looks like and how they achieve it through balanced nutrition, balanced workouts, stemming from a balanced mind that is aware that "more and more often with pharmaceuticals" is NOT the answer for a healthy long life. At 54, I am in the top 3% of health and physique and have had breast cancer. I am living proof that while it is true life happens, one can become a living example of what a true natural aesthetic and healthy physique looks and functions. Unfortunately, with over two-dozen young "enhanced" bodybuilders dying last year, these and those who are following in their footsteps will never know what it is to live to be 40 much less 50+. Thank you for making this video to open dialogue on this very serious issue. I say we form a community called "Natural Natty Life".

You got a nice physique man, I'm jealous of your arms. keep grinding

Sorry dude, but the silver era was not steroid free either.

Dude, your content is golden. The bronze and silver era were the peak of the sport, there's nothing like a natural body.

Real bodybuildong is much more about the journey than it is about simply getting jacked. If you offered me the body of my dreams magically i would decline, because i would be cheating myself out of the personal growth that comes with natural bodybuilding, but nowadays nothing works like this anymore, everything has to be immediate and easily marketable to the outside world, you have to fit in an instagram post, what is unimportant. Channels like this are a natural reaction to modern bodybuilding (pun intended) and they're definitely having a positive impact in the community. Keep up the great work and thanks for making the spanish channel! Un abrazo desde Sevilla!

Training for 3 years now 5 times a week for 2 hours - been off the creatine and proteinshakes for over 6 months now and honestly nothing changed at all - just a balanced diet and hard work - bronze era forever!

Grotesque is the right word. Neither healthy nor good looking, so what even was the point? What started this mindset?

External gratification; Internal deterioration

All juiceheads are a bad influence within the strength and fitness industry in my honest opinion. Everyone stay Natty 👍

What a marvellous message you have sent out Dante. It's great to see you and your partner and pet at the end, like a wonderful family that is enjoying health and life which the development of natural strength brings. I think I may have said this before, but I will say it again...modern bodybuilding is nothing more than chemically enhanced muscular obesity. Why "muscular obesity", because the amount of muscle obtained puts the body in an obese state. And if you understand obesity, obesity can be morbid, which means that it can cause disease. The physiques are taken to a point that is not just unattainable, but that causes disease. It is no surprise that most modern BB that push the limit die of cardiovascular or kidney issues, and if you compare the blood parameters of BB who have passed away, the results shows that they were suffering from severe metabolic disease. This modern drug trend is no longer a reflection of health and strength, but a chemical race to be the biggest, freakiest guy on stage, and an unfortunate race to the grave.

Ronnie Coleman is, was, and always will be my favorite natty.

All you have to do is look at the guy's complexion to realize that something is seriously messed up internally, and will continue to get worse if he continues down the same path. He's headed for a heart attack, an aneurysm, all kinds of deep muscle tears or straight up mental illness. He's sacrificing himself on an altar, and it's pretty sick.

Those chinups and dips that you were doing , with all those extra weights was impressive! You're a beast!

And this is why Leon Edwards has the most aesthetic physique in the universe

It's almost as if the Silver Era bodybuilders look great every day where the Golden Era bodybuilders only looked "good" once a year

Thanx 4 your work man! Amazing and unique!

The bodybuilding community has become so toxic most people don't believe you can achieve a good physique with a cocktail of drugs. Worried for the future generations

I take great pride in being “stock” after having been on a mission to not be a skinny whimp, since 2015. While I wouldn’t pass as a social media influencer, I never had to do drugs to get attention and compliments IRL. The trick was developing my shoulders to get a good shoulder:hip ratio. Obviously don’t shoulder max without setting up the rest of your body so it’s proportionally developed, you don’t want muscular imbalances and bad aesthetics. But that’s the secret, younger fellas. Shoulder:hip ratio will make the rest of your work stand out.

I've always wondered why everyone is so utterly enamored with Sam. Like... he's a cool guy sure. But its like a spell he has people under where they almost have a cult-like mentality in their adoration of him. Its obvious he's a friggin juicer, and this should absolutely affect anyone's opinion of him in a negative way. Yet, the influence of influencers has its hold on far too many impressionable young minds. Stay natty.

I want to make a confession here. When I started with the sport I was seriously thinking about taking roids. I did my research and learned a lot. In the end, what convinced me to not take them was the price. To get the good roids you pay a heavty price. Than you pay even more to get rid of the side effects. In the end I calculated c.a. 700€ a month just for the drugs. Together with a good gym and the cost for a better meal plan, it would have been a 1000€ every month. Long term effects aren't even in there.

This is my 1st video I've watched of yours. From 1 natty to another you got a subscription from me .

Its cool to see you and your lady enjoying a good workout! You can see in the end of first clip she really supports your journey and enjoys the time with you. So proud of you bro!

I wish body building could return to men showing what peak human strength, health, and perform looks like. I want to see a Greek god on stage, not some grotesque mound of muscle and flesh. You should tell all the roid users they can't make more gains because it's a skill issue.

I was in my late thirties when I tried a cycle. That's after 20 years of weight lifting. I used them for the next fifteen years. When I finally went heavy. That's when I had side effects. Knew eventually that it dead end. Now that I got away from them. I lift only a fraction of the weight. It is a slippy slope. And you are 100% correct.

As someone who comes from a severely anorexic background, I find this absolutely fascinating. I was thrown in the hospital so many times, and certified more than once when I turned 18 and refused to go. Yet, for drugged up body builders, nothing. It's obviously a mental illness, they obviously have body dysmorphia, it kills at higher rates than anorexia, over a shorter period of time, and nothing! Their families don't appear to be freaking out, viewers who'd flip right out on Eugenia Cooney are fine with this, and nobody is talking about the impact it has on boys, and men in midlife who become vulnerable as they're starting to lose strength. There's no treatment centres, as far as I know it's not in the DSM, psychiatrists aren't out in droves talking about it, and promotion of an activity that is being abused in a way that destroys bodies is not even up for debate. The lack of response is bizarre - completely fascinating - but bizarre.

I love this channel so much. Not only the insights from the health and past bodybuilding era, but for the present too, that is possible to achieve the best form of yourself in a world full of people trying to sell the unreachable. While I like Sam Sulek workouts and the man itself, I pretty much agree with you. Bad influence for the youngsters, but I cant blame him either, this system is fucked up...

Thank arnold for that

Modern bodybuilding grosses most people out. Golden era bodybuilding was inspirational and made us get into the gym.

Wholeheartedly agree. Bodybuilding more than anything to me was once an art and representation of the ultimate physical aspect. It embraced beauty and function. It saddens me greatly to see so many traceable bodies now claiming that it is still "Bodybuilding" it is no longer the carving of rock into a masterpiece, but an assembly line of slapped on clay.

I've lifted for 32 years now - obviously always naturally. Long term health should be the goal for everyone and taking roids for most people is ridiculous. The top guys are massive but they are not healthy and I can't see them living healthy long lives. A real shame.

Arnold Schwarzenegger himself said that when he was competing it was all about symmetry and being visually appealing, but now it’s just about being freakishly big. Personally I’m a bigger fan of the aesthetic of bronze era bodybuilding. Examples being Eugene Sandow and George Hackenschmidt.

I fully agree with your message in this video. I also want to add that the real issue here is outcome focus, instead of process focus. The real beauty of training is the mental transformation that comes with the physical transformation. The knowledge that you, yourself did this with no outside assistance is incredibly empowering. Focus on the process and reap the benefits.

Once a life-enhancing endeavor, now life-shortening, and for achievements that are fleeting and illusory. Stay natural, people - those around you will be forever grateful. 💪

I feel like sulek is less of an example you want to follow and more of an inspiration and motivation, I agree normalization of steroids is bad, but watching his videos and just listening is such a huge motivation to go lift and better myself. I refuse to use steroids, but I still look up to Sulek due to his pure dedication, and it’s hard to not be inspired to go lift when you see someone pushing themselves that hard.

having a home gym and working out with your girlfriend is so cute. happy for you, big dawg

my son is 21 too and he told me just today about this guy. i rememberd his face from this video i saw before and now i'm here again. As you mentioned young people admire him and its really the case, i can confirm it with my son. now i'm afraid ! but he told me, he only uses his tips for training (they would be great) and nothing more... i hope so ! Yo Natty - can you drop a german Subtitle on this clip?? ... i want to show him clearer, whats the problem with Sam and Mass Monster Gear Infuencer in general ...

Today's bodybuilding is not physically or asethically pleasing in anyway. Back then, most would love to look like the bronze and silver era guys but I doubt anyone would want to look like this new era

personally I just enjoy watching Sam Sulek because he's such a humble and great dude, plus I feel less lonely when I watch his car talks because I feel like he's talking to me. but you are making a great point in raising this issue about PEDs and the young lifting generation !

started Bodybuilding at 17 , never took any drugs, i was duped for first few years thinking i could look like Arnold or Lee Haney natural. I got prtty big as far as natural goes, 18"arms, 53"chest, 26" legs, 17 1/2 " calves, but i hit a genetic limit and when i was offered drugs in the gym after 7-8 super hard years lifting i told them hell no! I NEVER regretted that decision, Now im 50 and look 30 cause ive allways trained natural (noticed when people used steroids it unnaturally ages them)

it feels so good being bigger than all the tiktok tren challenge kids as a natty

We gotta get you some silver age body building posters for your gym room !

Didn't know you had a Spanish channel. Great!

Interesting take on the sport, there are many points I cam agree with: first the unhealthy body fat levels during stage ready physique, second the steroid usage rampant in thr sport, third the bodybuilders physique being their resume.

There is a new era of lifting coming soon, more and more TRUE admirers of the physical culture are coming together and recognizing the short comings that we as a society have accepted, it’s time for change

Sam Sulek has truly taken over the fitness industry, even my personal trainer mentioned him first time we met

Bodybuilding was about being healthy before all then being asthethic and naturally muscular while having peak natural physique nowadays bodybuilding is a freak death show

I prefer following athletes, coaches, doctors and producers like this channel. Following fads is low tier. Thanks for raising awareness

Screw aesthetics, just wanna look huge, veiny and disgusting 😎👍

Great video, you held nothing back, it needed to be said & needs to be said more. The mass monsters & top level naturals are both the furthest from health. The greats of the past would vomit if they could see what it's all come to

Well spoken, I've considered steroids in the past but always held off due to the health concerns, your videos convinced me once and for all just how stupid it would have been. And as to what has happened to the sport etc, you can see this sort of extremism in all layers of society since the event of social media - it doesn't really matter what we are discussing, things have been getting way more fanatical and polarized for the past 20 years to the point where I'm convinced all forms of social media is a social and psychological mindrot that needs to be curtailed before it's too late.

Someone who plateaus after 18 months isn't putting in the work... and I don't just mean in the gym. Food. Sleep. Even if you don't get a ton bigger, you can get stronger.

I like Sam Sulek’s personality a lot, and his training musings are applicable to natty guys. But every time I think about how much I like him, I always add “better enjoy him while he’s still alive”.

Y’all are gonna hate me for this but, 2011-2017 Men’s Physique was the most Aesthetic period in all of history. Right before they turned into Classic competitors. They looked awesome and certain people might actually be able to reach that naturally. That’s what I’m shooting for. Sadik, Ferguson, Buendia, they looked awesome back then before they turned into massive Fiends.

I think claiming Sam Sulek is going for a cash grab like nick avacado or whatever the fuck is borderline slander my dude. Be better using sam for clicks is tasteless.

Speaking the truth. Thank you for your dedication to getting the message out there! ❤ Number one priority when doing sports should be health span, plus all the other bonuses coming from a healthy lifestyle: confidence, energy, motivation, etc.

He's a nice guy doing simple videos. Considering how many negative videos are constantly being made about him, I'm honestly impressed he has sort of just stuck to his lifting, and just does his thing. He's just basically journaling. I get its easy to make these videos about him so everyone jumps on it. Yeah the roids can harm people, ultimately its their choice to do it. People act like he's some high end trainer/Olympian dishing out advice. He's says simple things like i did this exercise cause i like how it feels. "He cant program", "Oh no he programs by feel"... i mean seriously the complaints are ridiculous. Of all the shit going on the world, all the horrible human behavior, people want to attack this dude. This is all sort of ranty,. I have been meaning to do one response somewhere apologies for it being here.

Yeah the fact that he's 21 is pretty horrifying. It's literally just body dysmorphia,

Competed natural from 18-19. Was persuaded by my trainer to do a cycle. I ended up doing 4 in 2 years. Once I was awaken to how drug addicted and un healthy bodybuilding is I quit and went back natural. I’m 25 now married and have a son. Thank God I never had any serious side effects. If any young natural aspiring bodybuilders read this take my advice. The natural body can do incredible things and you can build an incredible natural physique that you don’t have to worry about losing after a 12 week cycle.

i've competed natural competition before, i just realized that i've competed against cheaters, i won 3rd place, so i looked back and checked all the pictures they took and i just fuckin realized this 1st and 2nd places dudes won they been using something! pissed me off how i lost, i would have won 1st place. Things are gettin weird and weirder in 2023

As Vince Gironda said " what ever happened to Physical Culture"?

That guy being 21 blows my mind. I assumed he was late 20s early 30s

Thank you for posting this. Modern BB is grotesque and completely void of any aesthetic.

The sad truth is that over 99% of gym goers aren't competitors but do consume 100% of the content.

Needed to hear this..just got into lifting a couple months ago and it seems like more people are on the juice than not at least when looking for advice online