Discoveries: Christopher Bumstead

Christopher Bumstead is a 22-year-old bodybuilding phenom who hails from Ontario and has the distinction of being the youngest Canadian bodybuilder ever to turn pro after winning his pro card at the 2016 IFBB North American Championships.

Having some fun with posing this morning #24Hours

A post shared by Chris Bumstead (@cbum) on Aug 31, 2016 at 6:31am PDT

Itty bitty pump✊🏼 #ReachYourMHP

A post shared by Chris Bumstead (@cbum) on Dec 15, 2016 at 2:06pm PST

New phone, who the f#ck is this? #tbt

A post shared by Chris Bumstead (@cbum) on Dec 8, 2016 at 8:49am PST

I mean it is Pittsburgh… But it feels like Vegas don't it?

A post shared by Chris Bumstead (@cbum) on Aug 7, 2016 at 7:26am PDT

If you can't stop thinking about it, don't stop working for it.

A post shared by Chris Bumstead (@cbum) on Nov 17, 2016 at 7:36am PST

When the pump is so real even you can't even believe your own eyes 👀 Rocking that @strongliftwear t-back👔

A post shared by Chris Bumstead (@cbum) on Nov 8, 2016 at 7:59am PST

na na na na na na na na na na na na na na na na BATMAAAN!

A post shared by Chris Bumstead (@cbum) on Oct 29, 2016 at 7:41am PDT

When you go through your pants collection and they're all size 40… My life is a lie #BubbleGut

A post shared by Chris Bumstead (@cbum) on Oct 20, 2016 at 11:02am PDT

So I ended up 3rd place in my first pro show with some amazing athletes. I felt I brought an awesome package and am happy with my look, but I am yet to see a single picture from the show (hence this picture) so it's hard to really say how I feel about my position. In truth bodybuilding is a competition and we're competitors. So we are competing to be the best. I don't want to sugar coat this for social media and as I had high hopes for this show, I'd be lying if I said I wasn't disappointed with my placing. First pro show and first time in Classic Physique time to ask the judges for feedback and finally start the offseason… For real this time😉

A post shared by Chris Bumstead (@cbum) on Oct 23, 2016 at 8:18am PDT

It's all a mental game from here.

A post shared by Chris Bumstead (@cbum) on Oct 17, 2016 at 8:03am PDT

Because prep is a time for taking advantage of late night workouts and empty locker rooms👀 #tbt

A post shared by Chris Bumstead (@cbum) on Jan 12, 2017 at 8:57am PST

It's rare to find me doing dumbbell fly's or or whatever this variation of a press/fly is🤔 Usually stick to cables or pec deck as I find I get a better contraction. These felt good though, real deep stretch, maybe time to switch things up. Reppin the full @strongliftwear outfit👌🏼

A post shared by Chris Bumstead (@cbum) on Jan 11, 2017 at 2:15pm PST

Huge thanks to @lifestyle.nutrition613 hitting me up with some meals while I'm home. They're an Ottawa based meal prep service with customizable foods and quantities perfect for competitors or anyone just trying to eat better. And I can honestly say it tastes amazing, even better then my #CBumMasterChef skills and that's saying a lot. Check them out for any meal prep needs👌🏼 @lifestyle.nutrition613 @strongliftwear

A post shared by Chris Bumstead (@cbum) on Jan 3, 2017 at 12:59pm PST

Finally getting squats back into my leg day routine and it's feelin goood. Turn yo sound on bcuz that beat is #LitFam🔥 @strongliftwear

A post shared by Chris Bumstead (@cbum) on Jan 5, 2017 at 12:37pm PST

I think I can say it was this day and this photo back in August that really caused Classic Physique to resonate with me. The idea of sculpting the perfect physique while not worrying about losing my shape in order to put on size is extremely enticing. And now that I've made the switch I couldn't be more excited to prove myself in the pro ranks 🔥

A post shared by Chris Bumstead (@cbum) on Jan 3, 2017 at 9:11am PST

Pic taken a few days out from North Americans, guess you could say I've had Classic on my mind for a while now. @broactivewear

A post shared by Chris Bumstead (@cbum) on Oct 15, 2016 at 8:09am PDT

It's not everyday a company you've been following for years asks if you want to be apart of the team. Happy too announce I am officially a Strong Lift Wear athlete. With the amazing quality and style they bring to the table, I have no excuse not to look pretty in the gym👌🏼💃🏻 #Repost @strongliftwear with @repostapp ・・・ What does the ideal bodybuilding physique look like? A lot of people are pointing at this man! 😮 A big welcome to the Strong Liftwear team to this absolute weapon – 21 year old @cbum_ , who is truly bringing back aesthetics and classic lines (with a bit more size) to the pro bodybuilding arena. One of the best, most complete and proportionate physiques we've seen hit the stage for years and poised to be a game changer. #strongliftwear #slw #teamslw #aesthetics #letsgetitdone #armyoflifters #quadsquad #trainyourlegs #gymwear #athleticwear #gymapparel #gymclothes #gymswag #gymgear #bodybuilding #bodybuilder #pro #aesthetic #classicphysique #dominate

A post shared by Chris Bumstead (@cbum) on Sep 20, 2016 at 7:33pm PDT

Up close and personal with my… Legs👀

A post shared by Chris Bumstead (@cbum) on Sep 14, 2016 at 7:46am PDT

Don't aim for success. Do what you love and believe in, and it will come naturally.

A post shared by Chris Bumstead (@cbum) on Sep 8, 2016 at 7:11am PDT

Huge thanks to @strongliftwear hooking me up with some apparel👌🏼 Everything fits perfect to give that tapered look, you just can't beat Aussie swag💁🏻

A post shared by Chris Bumstead (@cbum) on Sep 6, 2016 at 2:15pm PDT

Pittsburgh we comin👀

A post shared by Chris Bumstead (@cbum) on Aug 29, 2016 at 6:26am PDT

Canadian shows don't require quarter turns… So here we are trying to learn some new tricks🇨🇦

A post shared by Chris Bumstead (@cbum) on Aug 26, 2016 at 8:39am PDT