Andrew Jacked
Andrew Jacked | |
|---|---|
| Born | Chinedu Andrew Obiekea 1985 (age 38–39) |
| Other names | The Mona Lisa[1] |
| Occupation(s) | Bodybuilder and fitness influencer |
| Height | 187 cm (6 ft 2 in) |
Chinedu Andrew Obiekea (born 1985), better known as Andrew Jacked, is a Nigerian professional bodybuilder who competes in the men's open bodybuilding division in the IFBB Pro League. Residing in Dubai, UAE, Obiekea first rose to prominence training with powerlifter Larry Wheels.[2]
Early life and amateur career
[edit]Andrew Jacked Obiekea was born in Kaduna, Nigeria, in 1985, where he completed his education in engineering, working in various fields as an electrical engineer and military officer before switching to sport, first as a kickboxer. He moved to Dubai, where he continued to train at Binous Gym.[3]
Obiekea first came to prominence in 2019 as the training partner of American fitness influencer and powerlifter, Larry "Wheels" Williams. Obiekea competed in the inaugural EBBF Ajmaan Bodybuilding and Physique Contest in the United Arab Emirates, where he placed first in the competition, winning his IFBB Elite Pro card at his very first bodybuilding show.[4]
Professional career
[edit]The Nigerian bodybuilder won another IFBB Elite Pro League (IFBB) show just one week later. He switched to the IFBB Pro League and participated in the 2022 Arnold Classic Amateur. Another win at the show earned him the IFBB Pro card.[5] Former competitors such as Jay Cutler, Chris Cormier and Milos Sarcev predicted Obiekea to rose.[3]
On August 14, 2022, Andrew Jacked competed in and won the Texas Pro bodybuilding competition, qualifying for the Mr. Olympia contest.[2]
Andrew Jacked grew from 260 lbs at his Arnold Classic debut to 290 lbs at the 2022 Mr. Olympia. He placed eighth in the Men's Open division, ahead of top contender William Bonac as well as fellow debutantes Michael Krizanek and Blessing Awodibu.[2]
He won the 2023 Texas Pro in Arlington, Texas.
Profile
[edit]Obiekea is known in the sport for his aesthetic physique which stands out from the larger and blockier mass physiques that have traditionally dominated the sport since the 1990s. At 6'2" and 290 lbs, he stands taller than most competitors, yet has chosen to present a more aesthetic look which he often presented through well choreographed posing routines that reminded many of the late Cedric McMillan as well as the bodybuilders from the 1980s—a distinct contrast to heavyweight bodybuilders like Ronnie Coleman or Big Ramy[6] Obiekea credits his relatively small waistline to dietary restrictions and food intolerances that limit him to about four meals and a shake per day.[7]
Despite this, Andrew Jacked has not finished in the first callout of the Mr Olympia finals.[8]
Personal life
[edit]Andrew Jacked currently resides in Dubai, training at Binous Gym. He has a social media following. Obiekea has followers on YouTube, Instagram and TikTok.[4] As of 2023, he now resides in the Los Angeles area in the offseason, training with Chris Lewis, former trainer to Shawn Rhoden, in Redondo Beach, California.[7]
Obiekea is currently in a relationship with Tahereh Soltani, whom he met while residing in Dubai.[2]
Competition history
[edit]- 2021 EBBF Ajman Bodybuilding and Physique Contest – 1st (earned the IFBB Elite Pro Card)
- 2021 IFBB Elite Pro League Show – 1st
- 2022 Arnold Classic Amateur – 1st (earned the IFBB Pro Card)
- 2022 Texas Pro – 1st (2022 Olympia Qualifier)
- 2022 Arnold Classic UK – 1st
- 2022 Mr. Olympia – 8th
- 2023 Arnold Classic – 3rd
- 2023 Texas Pro – 1st (2023 Mr. Olympia qualifier)
- 2023 Mr. Olympia – 5th
- 2024 Texas Pro – 1st (2024 Mr. Olympia qualifier)[9]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ ""Will He Be Penalized?": 266-Lb Beast's Decision to Back Out From Arnold Classic 2024 Leaves Bodybuilding World Curious". essentiallysports.com. 2024-01-15. Retrieved 2024-08-12.
- ^ a b c d Team, G. I. (January 10, 2023). "Andrew Jacked | Profile | Bio | Stats".
- ^ a b "Andrew Jacked Takeover! – IronMag Bodybuilding & Fitness Blog".
- ^ a b "Andrew Jacked - Complete Profile: Height, Workout and Diet". January 27, 2023.
- ^ "Andrew Jacked the Genetic Wonder!". www.magzter.com.
- ^ "Cedric McMillan – Complete Profile: Height, Weight, Biography". June 26, 2020.
- ^ a b Lockridge, Roger (January 20, 2023). "Andrew Jacked Changes Trainer and Nutritionist for 2023 Arnold Classic".
- ^ Porvies, Mrs (April 13, 2023). "Andrew Jacked Complete Profile: Height, Weight, Age, Olympia".
- ^ "2024 Texas Pro Bodybuilding Show Results | BarBend". 2024-08-12. Retrieved 2024-08-30.