Maybe A Little About Me
My biggest influences in bodybuilding most definitely were Flex Lewis and Evan Centopani
I had the opportunity to see Flex win the Overall British Championships here in the UK back in 2007. From that day, I dreamt of achieving the same. He set the bar and the bar was met because i was motivated. Evan was a huge part of the momentum as I used to watch his videos over and over again. When bodybuilding got hard, I pushed back by consuming such content to build me up and make me believe it was possible.
Wouldn't have made it this far without them paving the way.
I started bodybuilding competitively in April of 2008. That was my first competition as a Jr at the UKBFF south coast. I placed 2nd and qualified for the British championships. I first lifted seriously around the age of fourteen in my friend's garage. However, I have had light training equipment in my bedroom ever since the year 2000!
I still have desire to win, I still feel like I'm not done and I follow that feeling. A very raw and natural energy to push for progress. I'm still improving, so we keep going.
I have a significant interest in gaming. I dabble often and like to keep it in there as something that allows me to switch off mentally when needed. It's social now that we have online play with easy chat formats so you get to speak to friends. I love Resident Evil..an unhealthy amount!
It's strange to advise my younger self because I'm grateful to him for getting me here. His choicesd though sometimes difficult ultimately led me to this place and I have a lot to be grateful for. A beautiful daughter and an amazing partner. Extended family like Gasp and BEtter bodies. Young James got me here.
Notable show placings over the years
UKBFF British championships 2009 JR 1st Place
UKBFF British championships 2014 Over 100kg 1st place
UKBFF British championships 2017 Over 100kg 1st place and Overal champion
2019 IFBB Big Man Weekend - 3rd place
2019 IFBB British Grand Prix - 3rd place
2020 IFBB Europa Pro - 1st place
2020 IFBB British Grand Prix - 1st place
2021 IFBB Mr Olympia - 12th place
2022 IFBB Arnold Classic UK - 3rd place
2022 IFBB Tsunami Cup - 1st place
2022 IFBB Mr Olymplia - 16th place
2024 IFBB Arnold Classic - 5th Place
2024 IFBB Arnold Classic UK - 5th place
2025 IFBB Detroit Pro - 3rd place
2026 IFBB Portugal Pro - 2nd place
2026 IFBB China Pro - 2nd Place
2026 IFBB Tampa Pro - 2nd Place
2026 IFBB Atlanta Pro - 1st Place
Some of my stage highlights.
Some Headline Moments
A lot can happen in 20 years
Portugal 2026
Europa 2020
Japan 2022
British 2020
Bodybuilding Takes Time.
2009
UKBFF Junior 1st Place
My first show win, one year on from my first ever competition and nearly 9 years on from first picking up the weights to train..
2017
UKBFF British Champion - Pro Card
8 years on from my first junior win, I took the win in the over 100kg class and claimed the overall win, securing my Pro Card.
This was a foundational day.
2020
IFBB Europa Pro 1st Place & British 1st Place
2020 was a strange year. Ups and downs while the world changed.
For me bodybuilding changed forever in 2020, but the memories of claiming the British & Europa titles hold a special place.
2022
IFBB Tsunami Cup 1st Place
Japan. What an amazing place. A package on stage I was happy with and taking a pro win is always a memorable day.
But for sure, there was more work to be done....
2025
IFBB Detroit Pro 3rd
The result I needed to fuel the fire. A lot happened in my life post 2022 and getting back on stage in Detroit cemented the belief back in me to continue chasing the dream.
Relentless progression over everything.