Within the bodybuilding world, countless memorable moments occur, and Chris Bumstead continually mesmerizes fans. The Canadian bodybuilder’s 4x Mr. Olympia Classic Physique victory and charming personality establish him as a modern bodybuilding celebrity. Consequently, the IFFB-pro A.K.A. CBum has gained over 17 million Instagram followers. Recently, one devoted fan urged Bumstead to follow him on Instagram in a unique manner. 

In response, the enthusiastic fans quickly embraced and spread the video, resulting in it going viral and reaching the man himself.

From fan to featured: Chris Bumstead shares his fan’s video on his Instagram story

In the video circulating, Zachary Crace, a Utah-based Army Recruiter, and fan, effortlessly bench-press 315 lbs by using an active approach and incorporating transition words to simplify the process. He included a caption that read, “Day 52 of asking @cbum to follow me on Instagram.” 

In total, Zachary has created 53 videos, consistently seeking the same response from the 28-year-old bodybuilder. However, as soon as CBum’s fans made the video go viral and brought it to his attention, Bumstead quickly shared it on his Instagram story. More straightforwardly, the video highlights the Army Recruiter’s 52nd-day challenge.

Chris Bumstead returns the follow

Astoundingly, after the father of two posted his 53rd video, the celebrity began following the fan on Instagram. Bumstead commented on the video, praising the gym fanatic’s commitment and physical prowess, saying he could never replicate such an act like Zachary. “This is wild hahah. I’m impressed no way I could do this this many days on a row. Followed,” penned the influencer.

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After Bumstead followed back and commented, fans went wild in the comments section. “Yo!!! Congrats Cbum followed you! Great persistence and thank you for you service to our great country!” expressed a fan. Another supporter mentioned, “King I’m highly moved by your dedication until u see reach success, yes cbum followed you but go on mate, be something bigger because u got the potential and u will do it, I know u will.” while a further admirer chimed in, “He finally did it!!!!”

The army recruiter also showed his gratitude by thanking supporters who helped fulfill his dream. “Appreciate all yall for helping me accomplish my goals,” said Zachary.

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