The Mike O'Hearn Show

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Welcome to The Mike O'Hearn Show. A weekly podcast discussing all things bodybuilding, fitness, and strength sports. Mike O'Hearn has been bodybuilding since he was a teenage over 40 years ago - and is best known for his incredible longevity in the sport. With a claim of being all-natural, his body is considered to be one of the best natural physiques of all time. It's this rigorous focus on maintaining not only impressive strength and size - but also health and longevity that brings a unique insight into the world of fitness. O'Hearn has dawned hundreds of magazine covers, acted in both television and film, and competed in multiple bodybuilding and strength sports leagues. The Mike O'Hearn Show will dive deeper into the trending topics in bodybuilding today, the truth about the past of the fitness industry, and a clear-eyed look into its future. You can check out the entire archive of episodes below. And make sure to subscribe on your preferred podcast platform! read less

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Bodybuilding fans can enjoy nonstop conversation about the fitness industry on The Mike O'Hearn Show podcast. For those who don't know who Mike O'Hearn is, this series is a great way to learn more about him. He won Mr. Universe four times and is a strongman and powerlifting champion. He also starred in American Gladiators as Team Captain Titan.

Mike is most respected for his outlook on health and fitness. He follows a vision to build his body without artificial aids. Because of this, Mike has a great natural physique. Thanks to these muscles, he also had an extensive career as a fitness model. On The Mike O'Hearn Show, he talks about his fitness journey. This show is the audio version of his video podcast.

Listeners can enjoy three or four episodes a month, and each gets straight into the chat from the start. Mike talks about the fact that he has an older approach to fitness. His guests include successful athletes instead of focusing on social media stars. One such legend for Mike is Steve Davis. Steve is a classic bodybuilder, used to training from 4 AM with a structured workout plan. This episode of The Mike O'Hearn Show includes knowledge and tips about team workouts, diet, and more. In another episode, Mike interviews Gunnar Peterson, who trained pro athletes. Gunnar also worked with actors like Bruce Willis and Sylvester Stallone.

True bodybuilding fans will also love extra insights from Mike. That includes his predictions for the title of Mr. Olympia. Bodybuilding champion Stan Efferding joins to talk about the art of cardio. Together they discuss the idea that beginners think they know everything, but true experts continue to learn. Mike even recommends listeners grab a pen and paper. He promises there will be lots to learn.

The podcast may transport listeners back to bodybuilding in the 1970s and 1980s. Its mission is to teach knowledge from the greatest legends in the business. And The Mike O'Hearn Show brings that sense of community that lives throughout the sport.

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