FST-7 Tip: The Mental Blueprint of Mr. Olympia Derek Lunsford

Jan 17, 2024

By Nutrition Monsters

FST-7 Tip: De Mentale Blauwdruk van Mr. Olympia Derek Lunsford

The French article about the FST-7 advice from the legendary Mr. Olympia Derek Lunsford to new competitors hits the absolute essence of the elite sports mentality. Derek Lunsford made history as the first athlete ever to win the Mr. Olympia title in both the 212 class and the Open Bodybuilding class. His advice is invaluable for anyone with ambitions on stage or simply wanting to take their physique to the absolute maximum.

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FST-7 Tip: Mr. Olympia Derek Lunsford’s advice to new competitors

When a reigning Mr. Olympia speaks about what it takes to reach the top of the world, you listen. Derek Lunsford, who under the guidance of Pro Creator Hany Rambod made history by becoming the first athlete ever to win the Olympia title in two different classes, shares his crucial advice for new competitors and ambitious athletes. His message is as simple as it is hard: Focus on your own process and don’t get distracted by the hype of others.

Many upcoming athletes make the mistake of staring blindly at what their competitors do on social media. They try to copy training schedules or forcefully increase their weights to impress. Derek Lunsford emphasizes that the key to his success lies in perfectly and consistently executing the FST-7 (Fascia Stretch Training) system. This means training with flawless technique, brutal intensity, and maximum mind-muscle connection. "You don’t win the contest on stage; you win it during the months of lonely, perfectly executed training sessions in the gym," says the champion.

Pro tip from the Pro Creator: To train and recover at the level of a Mr. Olympia, Evogen Nutrition’s elite supplementation is the absolute standard. Derek Lunsford trusts these specific products blindly to get his physique full, three-dimensional, and razor-sharp:

The champion’s pre-workout: Take one scoop of Evogen EVP Xtreme 3D 30 minutes before your training for ultimate focus and brute strength. Stack this with the liquid Evogen EVP AQ for extreme hyperhydration and an unprecedented 3D muscle pump without stimulants.
Protect your muscle mass during prep: Drink Evogen Amino KEM during your heavy sets. This provides your muscle cells with all 9 essential amino acids (EAAs) and electrolytes to immediately stop muscle breakdown (catabolism) when your calories are low.
Top-level post-workout recovery: Feed the micro-tears in your muscle fibers immediately after the last set with Evogen IsoJect. This ultra-pure whey isolate breaks down amino acids lightning-fast thanks to IGNITOR™ enzyme technology for immediate recovery without stomach issues.

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FAQ

What makes the collaboration between Derek Lunsford and coach Hany Rambod so unique?

Hany Rambod is known as the 'Pro Creator' and the mastermind behind the FST-7 system, which physiologically stretches the fascia for a three-dimensional look. Derek Lunsford has the ultimate elite sports discipline to execute Hany's plans and biomechanical guidelines—both in terms of nutrition and training—down to the millimeter, both inside and outside the gym.

Why is 'stay in your lane' so important for a beginner bodybuilder?

As a beginner athlete, you have no control over the genetics, training years, or competition preparation of your competitors. Comparing yourself to them on social media only causes unnecessary physiological stress (which increases the muscle-breaking hormone cortisol). By staying in your own lane, you focus all your energy on your own schedule and progress.

How did Derek Lunsford win the Mr. Olympia 2023 title?

After finishing second in 2022, Derek Lunsford perfected his physique under the guidance of Hany Rambod. At Mr. Olympia 2023, he appeared on stage with unprecedented muscle thickness, extreme dryness, and a breathtaking back pose. With this, he dethroned his Evogen Elite teammate Hadi Choopan and made history as the first 'Two-Division' Mr. Olympia champion.

Why does Lunsford advise focusing on the 'love of training'?

Strength training and bodybuilding require years of weekly consistency. If you train solely for an external goal and hate every workout, your motivation will quickly run out. By learning to love the physiological process in the gym — moving weights, feeling the mechanical tension, and the muscle pump — you build a lasting habit.

How do Evogen supplements support the performance of a top athlete?

Top athletes train at their absolute physiological maximum. Evogen EVP Xtreme 3D stimulates the central nervous system for maximum strength and focus. Evogen Amino KEM provides all 9 essential amino acids (EAAs) and electrolytes during training to immediately prevent acute muscle breakdown, after which Evogen IsoJect whey isolate ensures rapid muscle recovery right after training.

FST-7 Tip: The Mental Blueprint of Mr. Olympia Derek Lunsford

FST-7 Tip: Mr. Olympia Derek Lunsford’s advice to new competitors

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