In this revealing episode, join us as Armon Adibi, a top bodybuilder, spills the truth about the world of bodybuilding, steroid use, and the behind-the-scenes life of a Magic Mike-style stripper. Discover the untold stories of intense training, the pressures of competition, and the reality of performance-enhancing drugs. Get an insider's perspective on the glamorous yet challenging world of stripping, and learn how he balances his bodybuilding career with the demands of being a top entertainer. Don’t miss this eye-opening conversation that pulls back the curtain on muscle, magic, and more.

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Timestamps:

Chapters:

00:00:00 - The Dark Side of Steroids

00:04:36 - The Challenges of Competitive Bodybuilding

00:09:18 - Transition from Soccer to Bodybuilding

00:14:02 - The Fitness Influencer Market

00:18:46 - Sponsorship and Magazine Contracts

00:23:15 - Making Money in the Bodybuilding Industry

00:27:50 - My Experience in the Club Scene

00:32:24 - The Rise of Drag Shows

00:36:55 - The Misconception of Instant Gains

00:41:28 - The Influence of Young Gym YouTubers

00:46:12 - The Effect of Steroids on the Body

00:50:45 - The Influence of Social Media on Appearance

00:55:25 - The Health Risks of Not Coming Off Steroids

01:00:02 - Retiring from the Bodybuilding Industry

01:04:49 - Battling Addiction and the Dark Side of Bodybuilding

01:09:39 - The Dark Side of the Fitness Industry

01:13:59 - Bodybuilding Podcast and Co-host Opportunity

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