Canadian bodybuilding icon Chris Bumstead is set to defend his Mr. Olympia Classic Physique title. Since the Olympia weekend is already underway, all the competitors and most of the fans have gathered at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Hence, the four-time Classic Physique champion and his coach, Hany Rambod, were spotted at the 2023 Mr. Olympia Check-In.

Olympia TV host Terrick El Guindy was busy interviewing athletes at the Check-In and fought up with the Olympia-winning bodybuilder-coach duo. Earlier, the Olympia TV YouTube channel published the interview where Hany Rambod spoke about the mental health of the defending champion. Despite the stress of aiming for the fifth consecutive title, Rambod and Cbum surprised Guindy with their answer.

Hany Rmanbod on his star pupil Chris Bumstead

After speaking with Bumstead, the Olympia TV host turned to Rambod for his opinion. “Hany it looks like Chris Bumstead not only has the physique but right now after winning four classic physiques he’s mentally aware,” said the interview. “He knows what to do he knows what to expect. Yeah?” Guindy asked the multiple-time Olympia-winning coach.

“Yes. Absolutely,” Rambod responded confidently. “I think he’s been through the journey… the evolution process”—to mature as a champion, said reigning Mr. Olympia Hadi Choopan’s coach. “He’s in a place right now where he’s very zen…” said Hany Rambod, laughing. Chris Bumstead also smiled at his coach’s response. “He is very calm,” Rambod said in the end.

The King of Classic physique also seemed equally confident in his ability to defend the title. After winning the 2022 Mr. Olympia Classic Physique title, Bumstead revealed he had a mental breakdown right before the show. Bumstead feared he would lose because he was competing with the torn bicep. Ramnbod was among those who helped him recover before stepping on stage.

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What did the King of Classic Physique have to say?

Terrick El Guindy also asked the Canadian champion about his mental state. Guindy inquired about Bumstead’s stress levels ahead of the 2023 Mr. Olympia. The four-time champion said he doesn’t feel stressed despite facing stiffer competition compared to last year. Bumstead is confident about the work he did in the gym and is focused on “enjoying the process” of competing.

CBum also showed similar confidence levels during the 2023 Mr. Olympia press conference. “I’m leaving with that trophy. Everyone else here is going for second place,” proclaimed the defending champion. While the reigning champion seems confident, only time will tell if he’ll earn his faith consecutive win.