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“Bro Is Bulk”: 212 Mr. Olympia Champion’s Posing Routine Leaves Bodybuilding World Gawking at His Physique

Published 05/15/2023, 10:30 AM EDT

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Shaun Clarida, a two-time 212 Olympia champion, is among history’s most illustrious bodybuilding icons. In fact, the Giant Killer, who was among the top three bodybuilders to win in the division, is currently dabbling with the Men’s Open Division. And his participation in the 2023 Arnold Classic is testimony to it. However, Clarida made a guest appearance at the Pittsburgh Pro as he was putting the finishing touches on his debut as the best in the impending main event this year.

An earlier Instagram post by the IFBB pro teased his followers with a “not-so-off-season” posing routine. His admirers didn’t spend time gushing about his unmatched skill despite how amazing he appeared.

Bodybuilding fans went berserk over his shred

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Recently, the 2023 IFBB Pittsburgh Pro Championships came to a finish with the announcement of the six winners in each category. But Clarida’s involvement increased the enthusiasm of the audience even more. The bodybuilder amused the crowd by displaying his front double biceps, lat spread, and side chest. The pro’s most recent Instagram post read, “Had a great time guest posing tonight here at the @npcifbbpropittsburgh alongside these great champions.”

Additionally, he revealed his off-season weight of 215 lbs in the post. The icon undoubtedly anticipates looking ripped at the upcoming event. The American bodybuilder’s post, however, caught the fans off guard, and they hurried to the comment area to express their opinions. One user said of his figure during the off-season, “Bro is bulk.”Another added, “What a tank!!!”

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Some fans thought with that bulk and muscular stature he looked like The King, “Ronnie Coleman at 5’2.” Another added, “Crown The King.” The “Insane giant killer” definitely made fans anticipate a greater future lying ahead for him.

The saga of Shaun Clarida success

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The American bodybuilder went pro by winning the 212 Olympia in 2020. Then the Giant Killer made a massive transition while switching to the Men’s open to give the big guys a run for their money. In fact, he won the Men’s Open debut at the Legion Sports Fest Pro in 2021. This secured Clarida’s qualification for the 2022 Mr. Olympia.

However, he participated in the 2022 Mr. Olympia and claimed his throne once again. Shaun Clarida also competed in the 2023 Arnold Classic and ended up in fifth place.

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Nevertheless, it’s clear from his latest guest posing that the American IFBB pro is not leaving any stone unturned to defend his reign and set the bar higher with his incredibly strong and meticulous stature.

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Soumili Chatterjee

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Soumili Chatterjee is a pro-writer for EssentiallySports. With a Master's degree in English, Soumili's passion for sports writing has taken her on an extraordinary journey in the American sports arena. Inspired by the famous quote by ice-hockey legend Gretzky, "You miss 100% of the shots you don't take," Soumili has taken these words to heart and has made it her mission to meet her idol someday.
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Parth Sharma