Father’s Day is a day when people reflect on the very significant role that their fathers play in the different phases of their lives. For the bodybuilding icon Richard Gaspari, Father’s Day holds a great deal of importance because his father was not only an absolutely perfect parent but also played a pivotal role in his career as an athlete.

On the special occasion of Father’s Day this year, Richard Gaspari paid a heartfelt tribute to his role model. He put forward the unwavering support that his father gave him and the sheer impact it had on who he has become today.

Richard Gaspari’s superstar

The American retired professional bodybuilder took to his Instagram on Sunday and shared a picture of himself with his beloved late father. He intended to share the significant role that his father played in shaping his life. He started the caption with, “Happy Fathers Day. To my dad who was a huge influence on me with his work ethic and who worked so hard to give his family the best life he could.”

Gaspari’s dad was like his backbone. He helped him get through the various realms of his life. He added, “He was a great support in my career coming to every one of my competitions to cheer me on. He always encouraged me to be the best I could be and said there are no shortcuts in life.”

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Ending the caption on a sad but loving note, the $90 Million worth bodybuilding veteran penned, “I miss him very much. Love you, Dad.” His dad is the reason that Gaspari still goes on to follow his strong work ethic, and even at 60, he has the same amount of dedication to working out as he had when he was young. Even on days when he does not feel like it, he remembers why he started.

Consistency is the key for Rich Gaspari

Also known as the Dragon Slayer, Gaspari never misses an opportunity to hit the gym. To him, being consistent and positive toward your goal is the key. In one of his recent posts on Instagram, he said, “Be a Dragon slayer and make the impossible possible and make things happen! Work hard, be consistent, and be positive and your Dragons can be slayed!”

The masterpiece of a physique that he has created is a testament to his hard work over the years, and he is definitely one of the best bodybuilders of all time. There is no doubt in the fact that the Dragon Slayer has indeed made his old man proud!

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