Abe Elzaibak

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Category: Body Building

How did you become involved in Bodybuilding?

At the age of 13 i bought my first Flex magazine and saw the Mr Olympia and thats when i knew thats what i wanted to do.

Age you started Bodybuilding?

I started lifting weights at home at 11years old, i joined a gym at 14years old - i remember because i had to lie about my age to get in.

Height, Weight Off-season and Comp weight, DOB or AGE?

DOB: 05/02/1982
Height: 5ft11in
Weight Off season: 130kg
Weight Comp: 120kg

What is your current business/job/location?

Full time Bodybuilder. Melbourne based.

What is the reason you continue to be involved in the fitness industry/motivation?

To be the best i can be as a person and as a bodybuilder. To be Mr Olympia - it has been my goal since i was 13.

Your Favourite Domestic and International Bodybuilders?

Sonny Schmidt, Dorian Yates, Kevin Levrone, Flex Wheeler, Shaun Ray.

Do you find that bodybuilding/the fitness industry has helped you in your day to day life, how so?

Bodybuilding has taught me to be dedicated and organised, and teaches you patience - as muscle takes a while to build so it needs to be consistency.

People that have inspired you not only in sport but in life as well?

My dad inspired me in life, he had a lot of knowledge in life from being in the army. He was always encouraging me towards my bodybuilding and to achieve my goals. When he passed away in 2007, it opened up my eyes to what i wanted in life, to be up on that Olympia stage and be successful. It fueled my passion in bodybuilding as when he passed away that was what he knew i wanted, it was then and there that i dedicated my life to that purpose and goal. When I'm up on stage, I'm up on stage for him.

Great experiences that happened in your life?

The first time being on stage, hearing the crowd, hearing everyone cheering for me. I had hidden away, no one had ever seen me with my top off, and to then make a debut and take out 1st and then overall, it felt incredible.

Your Interests and Hobbies?

Bodybuilding.
Cars: working on cars and building them.

One tip or quote which continues to inspire you?

I don't think about the excuses or the hurdles, bodybuilding is simply getting the job done, no point whinging or complaining as its a waste of time and energy. At the end of the day its something that you are wanting to do, no one is making you do it.

Family Background and current family?

I'm Lebanese and have huge supportive family, namely 'The Elzaibak Army'.

Future Goals in life?

To be Mr Olympia.
To own a business and be successful at what i do.

What one item can you not live without

My Car.

Favourite holiday destination?

I haven't travelled a lot, but i would love to go to the USA.

If you could have dinner with five people, who would they be?

Sonny Schmidt, Dorian Yates, Kevin Levrone, Flex Wheeler, Shaun Ray.

What one word would you use to describe yourself?

Focused.

Do you have a sporting mentor?

Dorian Yates.

Training Background(sports, etc)?

I've always been lifting and bodybuilding, and haven't really considered any other sport.

Biggest Lifts?

I don't count the weight, i just stack it on and do it.

Training Philosophy?

Always train hard.

Favourite Foods/Type of diet you follow?

High protein, and low carb.

Favourite Bodypart to Train plus training spilt(training schedule + fav session)

I don't favour any bodyparts, train all just as hard and equally.

Describe a typical training day

Everyday is the same whether i train in the morning or night, i structure my meals and sleep around my training.

Worst injury you have suffered

None.

What is your favourite movie?

Not fussy when it comes to movies, anything with action is good enough.

What is your biggest fear?

I've never been afraid of anything.

Do you believe "never giving up" is the difference between making it and not making it in any sport?

Yes.

What inspired you to succeed?

The goal of being Mr Olympia.

What did you want to be as a kid growing up?

An engineer.

Who would you like to compete against?

All the current top 10 pro's in the Olympia.

Competitions you have competed in including placings?

Future Competitions planned?

IFBB Pro show

What competitions would you like to win?

Nabba Universe plus the Olympia.

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Check out some footage of Abe in the training footage section.