Escape Your Limits & LIFTS Ep 335 - 3 Decades of The Olympia | Controversies, Rivalries & Life Lessons | Shawn Ray
On this week’s episode of the Escape Your Limits podcast, we are joined by Shawn Ray aka ‘The Giant Killer’, former professional bodybuilder, 13-time Mr. Olympia Finalist and one of the most rebellious, outspoken athletes in the sport still to this day.
Not one to shy away from speaking openly and honestly, this episode takes a deep dive into the significance of performance in bodybuilding, ethical implications, overcoming setbacks, and balancing bodybuilding with other aspects of life. Shawn Ray talks openly about his experience and insights on the evolution of bodybuilding, the impact of social media, and the importance of mentors.
Ray also discusses the risks of injury, health problems, and death, as well as the growing trend of bodybuilders relying on teams of trainers, nutritionists, and other support staff. Ray emphasizes the need for balance and prioritizing self-reliance, personal responsibility, and appreciation in fostering meaningful connections.
In this highlights video, Shawn Ray talks about:
- How the passion began with a magazine on a newsstand.
- The role of self-doubt and ego in bodybuilding.
- Rising to the occasion when things get tough.
- The importance of a mentor in career success.
- Breaking down ego and building up confidence.
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0:00 Intro
2:21 Manifesting bodybuilding dreams through self-belief
10:24 The benefits of having a mentor
13:06 The importance of posing in bodybuilding
18:33 Father-son relationship and entrepreneurship
25:05 Bodybuilding, Olympia and relationships
31:18 Ronnie Coleman’s rise to Mr Olympia
33:29 Bodybuilding career, goals and personal growth
39:23 The importance of balance between life and work
42:31 Sacrifices and health risks of being a bodybuilder
47:54 The ethics of supplements in bodybuilding
53:28 Drug use and the lack of accountability
1:01:53 Bodybuilding physiques and divisions
1:06:36 Challenging traditional bodybuilding norms
1:08:19 Bodybuilding prize money and promoter challenges
1:20:00 The benefits of social media platforms for personal branding