Iron Culture presented by MASS Ep 360 - WNBF Champs Eddie Saldana and Max Melchard
Dec 29, 2025
Eddie Saldana, a natural bodybuilding champion and 2025 WNBF Pro title holder, and Max Melchard, a dentist who shone in Europe with top placements, discuss their invigorating journeys in competitive bodybuilding. They delve into the significance of a strong work ethic, the evolution of their training styles, and the vibrant natural bodybuilding culture in Europe. Eddie shares insights about balancing life with his budding meal prep business and family aspirations, while Max reflects on the challenges of maintaining fitness amid fatherhood.
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Unexpected World Champion Humility
- Eddie Saldana never expected to win Worlds and approached the season with a "whatever happens, happens" mindset.
- That humility let him focus on posing and process, which culminated in an unexpected world title.
Process Focus In Judged Sports
- Eric Helms argues a process-focused mindset suits individual sports where judging is subjective.
- Keeping focus on training and controllables prevents outcomes-driven frustration.
Lifelong Commitment Sparks Competing
- Eddie traced his lifelong commitment to lifting back to teenage years when he vowed never to stop training.
- That intrinsic passion later led him to compete once he discovered shows gave direction to progression.