Exercise Scientist Critiques the Bodybuilder Who Doesn't Train
In a Nutshell
A man attempted to build competition-level muscle for a natural bodybuilding show using only anabolic steroids while drinking 24 glasses of wine daily and skipping all weight training. He placed in a $60,000 betting league bet, consumed minimal protein, and still showed notable strength despite the extreme protocol. The experiment demonstrated that steroids can drive significant muscle growth independently of training, but the approach failed to produce competitive results and highlighted the irreplaceable role of proper training for optimal outcomes.
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A young man decided to drink 24 glasses of wine daily while taking anabolic steroids without any weight training in preparation for a natural bodybuilding show. The stated goal was to earn money and support his family through this unconventional approach. The individual claimed he would win the competition despite not lifting weights, with the stated intention of demonstrating that steroids alone could build muscle without training.
Most natural bodybuilding federations do not drug test every competitor due to cost constraints. Testing is typically limited to a small number of participants, with some federations using polygraph tests that can be circumvented. Some federations test only winners or top placers in each category. The participant noted this was his first bodybuilding show and assumed comprehensive testing would not occur.
Anabolic androgenic steroids reliably build significant muscle mass on their own, even without weight training, though typically not as much as when combined with proper training. The effects are most pronounced during the initial months of use. After this period, progress plateaus and requires increased dosages for continued gains. Long-term training remains irreplaceable for optimal results, but steroids function as distinct muscle growth stimulants independent of exercise.
The participant planned to use:
- Testosterone at 400mg weekly
- D-Bal (new compound)
- Mass (new compound)
- Trenbolone (planned resumption)
- Superdrol (if affordable)
- BPC-157 and TB-500 peptides
- Liver and kidney support supplements
- Glutathione
The individual mentioned his wife had taken away his weights, though the stated reason was concern about him making a citizen's arrest of an "archenemy" at a high school reunion rather than health concerns. Blood pressure was recorded at 155.
BPC-157 and TB-500 are compounds that assist connective tissue healing rather than directly building muscle. Without training stimulus, these supplements were considered potentially the most pointless additions to the protocol, though the participant continued with all substances once started.
The participant revealed participation in a betting league involving substantial monetary stakes. Six participants each bet $10,000, with the winner receiving $60,000. The challenge involved getting into the best physical shape while drinking 24 glasses of wine daily. The participant mentioned additional bets placed by others in the league.
The daily routine included:
- 24 glasses of wine spread throughout the day
- Multiple eggs as primary caloric source from food
- Avocado for nutritional balance
- Fruit for dietary variety
- Various supplements
- Adderall (45-60mg) to suppress appetite
- Pre-workout mixed with vodka
The participant consumed most calories from alcohol rather than food, eating less than 100 grams of protein daily. Weight remained stable despite the protocol.
The participant competed in what appeared to be either classic physique or muscular divisions. Posing was performed but lacked technical knowledge, with the participant looking around for guidance during routines. The front relaxed pose was repeated. The competitor did not place in the competition.
The actual competition occurred after 5 months of daily alcohol consumption combined with extensive drug use without weight training. Other competitors were described as helpful and non-judgmental. The participant argued that the combination of alcohol consumption, drug use, and daily Adderall dosing constituted sufficient hardship to justify participation, comparing it to traditional bodybuilding preparation.
Despite the protocol, the participant demonstrated functional strength by bench pressing:
- Started at 135 pounds
- Progressed to 185 pounds
- Reached 225 pounds for 8 repetitions
- Attempted 285 pounds unsuccessfully
The participant noted good genetics and speculated about potential strength levels with proper training. The demonstration occurred while under the influence of alcohol and other substances.
The 24 daily drinks were consumed over approximately 18 hours, resulting in roughly one drink per hour. This pacing meant maximum blood alcohol concentration remained around six drinks at any given time. The participant distinguished between acute alcohol poisoning risk versus long-term damage from sustained exposure, noting the extended duration rather than peak intoxication level caused the primary health concerns.
Electrolyte supplementation was included in the daily protocol but was noted as ineffective for maintaining health under these conditions and potentially contributing to elevated blood pressure.
The participant framed the experiment as pursuing a "good life" defined differently from conventional standards, emphasizing that curiosity drove the endeavor. The approach was presented as libertarian in principle - permissible as long as others were not encouraged to replicate it. The participant acknowledged being on the extreme end of behavioral ranges while maintaining the experiment was personally meaningful.
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