Champions Unite

The Two Men’s Physique Olympia Champs Got Together to Train

Many Men’s Physique bodybuilding fans feel that Jeremy Buendia and Brandon Hendrickson are the two most significant competitors in the division’s history. They hold seven Men’s Physique Olympia titles—Buendia has four to Hendrickson’s three.

Back Workout

Buendia and Hendrickson joined forces as training partners on March 12, 2025, and highlighted their back workout. Before training, Buendia told Hendrickson that he had not trained his legs since suffering an ankle injury that kept him off the 2024 Olympia stage.

Preparation for Competition

Buendia is considering competing in a pro show, though he did not state which. If he were to win a pro show during the 2025 Olympia season, he would consider competing at the 2025 Olympia. Buendia is eligible for the 2025 Olympia but would need permission from the IFBB Pro League to compete if he did not want to enter a qualifying show.

Hendrickson’s Injury and Preparation

Hendrickson is dealing with a shoulder injury, but he can still train. Thanks to his most recent Olympia win in 2021, he is automatically qualified for the 2025 Olympia. However, he announced that he intends to enter the 2025 Pittsburgh Pro on May 10.

Workout Routine

The two Olympia champions then trained back together, performing the following five exercises:

• Reverse Grip Lat Pulldown
• High Seated Row
• Neutral Grip Lat Pulldown
• Low Seated Row
• Straight Arm Lat Pulldown

Hendrickson Stays Ready

Buendia asked Hendrickson about his preps and overall philosophy for competition. The cutoff for his weight is 194 pounds, and Hendrickson reported weighing 202 at the time of training. He told Buendia that his body is used to what he does, making it less difficult to diet during prep.

Dietary Philosophy

The 80/20 diet refers to eating clean 80 percent of the time and allowing diet breaks the remaining 20.

Conclusion

If Buendia competes in the 2025 Olympia, he acknowledged that it may be his final time challenging for the Olympia title. He told Hendrickson that he was leaving no stone unturned regarding conditioning.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Will Buendia compete in the 2025 Olympia?
• Will Hendrickson compete in the 2025 Olympia?
• What is the cutoff for Hendrickson’s weight?
• What is the 80/20 diet philosophy?