American bodybuilder Nick Walker has won the 2026 Mr Olympia title, marking a remarkable turnaround after finishing sixth in last year’s competition.
At 32, Walker has now joined the elite list of Mr Olympia champions that includes bodybuilding legends such as Ronnie Coleman, Jay Cutler, Dorian Yates and Arnold Schwarzenegger. His victory is even more notable because he also won the People’s Champion award this year.
Nick Walker’s insane pre-Olympia diet
Walker’s victory has also put the spotlight on the extreme diet he followed in the final stages of his preparation.
A professional bodybuilder’s diet can change significantly depending on how close they are to competition. While athletes generally consume more calories during the offseason, their nutrition becomes increasingly controlled as they approach the stage.
