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{{Short description|Nigerian bodybuilder (1985–)}}
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| nickname = The Mona Lisa<ref name="essentiallysports.com">{{Cite web|url=https://www.essentiallysports.com/bodybuilding-news-will-he-be-penalized-andrew-jackeds-decision-to-back-out-from-arnold-classic-twenty-twenty-four-leaves-bodybuilding-world-curious/ |title=“Will He Be Penalized?”: 266-Lb Beast’s Decision to Back Out From Arnold Classic 2024 Leaves Bodybuilding World Curious |website=essentiallysports.com |date=2024-01-15 |access-date=2024-08-12}}</ref>
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| birth_name = Chinedu Andrew Obiekea
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'''Chinedu Andrew Obiekea''' (born 1985), better known as '''Andrew Jacked''' is a [[Nigerian]] [[International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness Professional League|IFBB Pro League]] professional [[bodybuilder]], trainer and fitness influencer, residing in [[Dubai, UAE]]. His latest victory was at the 2023 [[Texas Pro]] in [[Arlington, Texas]]. Obiekea first rose to prominence training with powerlifter, Larry Williams, before becoming one of the most notable bodybuilders of the 2020s, with a large yet classic physique that recalls the 'Golden Age' of bodybuilding over the mass physiques of the modern era.<ref name="generationiron.com">{{Cite web|url=https://generationiron.com/andrew-jacked-profile/|title=Andrew Jacked &#124; Profile &#124; Bio &#124; Stats|first=G. I.|last=Team|date=January 10, 2023}}</ref>
'''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 [[International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness Professional League|IFBB Pro League]]. Residing in [[Dubai, UAE]], Obiekea first rose to prominence training with powerlifter Larry Wheels.<ref name="generationiron.com">{{Cite web|url=https://generationiron.com/andrew-jacked-profile/|title=Andrew Jacked &#124; Profile &#124; Bio &#124; Stats|first=G. I.|last=Team|date=January 10, 2023}}</ref>

==Statistics==

*'''Height''': 187&nbsp;cm (6&nbsp;ft 2 in)
*'''Offseason weight''': 295 – 310&nbsp;lbs (133.8&nbsp;kg – 140.6&nbsp;kg)
*'''Precontest weight''': 290&nbsp;lbs
*'''Chest size''': 48 inches
*'''Bicep size''': 23 inches
*'''Waist''': 32 inches
*'''Nationality''': [[Nigerian]]


==Early life and amateur career==
==Early life and amateur career==
Andrew ''Jacked'' Obiekea was born in [[Kaduna, Nigeria]] in 1985, where he completed his education in [[Engineering]], before 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 the acclaimed ''Binous Gym''.<ref name="ironmagazine.com">{{Cite web|url=https://www.ironmagazine.com/2022/andrew-jacked-takeover/|title=Andrew Jacked Takeover! – IronMag Bodybuilding & Fitness Blog}}</ref>
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.<ref name="ironmagazine.com">{{Cite web|url=https://www.ironmagazine.com/2022/andrew-jacked-takeover/|title=Andrew Jacked Takeover! – IronMag Bodybuilding & Fitness Blog}}</ref> Obiekea first came to prominence in 2019 as the training partner of American fitness influencer and powerlifter, Larry "Wheels" Williams. In 2021, Obiekea competed in the inaugural EBBF Ajmaan Bodybuilding and Physique Contest, held in the [[United Arab Emirates]]. He won first place in the competition, thereby earning an [[International Federation of BodyBuilding and Fitness|IFBB]] Elite Pro card at his debut bodybuilding show.<ref name="fitnessvolt.com">{{Cite web|url=https://fitnessvolt.com/andrew-jacked-profile/|title=Andrew Jacked - Complete Profile: Height, Workout and Diet|date=January 27, 2023}}</ref>

Obiekea first came to prominence in 2019 as the training partner of American fitness influencer and powerlifter, Larry 'Wheels' Williams. Many of Williams' fans were impressed with Obiekea's physique and feats of strength while training, encouraging the then 34 year old to enter a bodybuilding show. Obieka quickly amassed over hundreds of thousand followers on Instagram as a result, with many Williams fans and other fitness enthusiasts drawn to his impressive 'amateur' physique. Obiekea competed in the inaugural EBBF Ajmaan Bodybuilding and Physique Contest in the [[UAE]] where he placed first in the competition, winning his [[International Federation of BodyBuilding and Fitness|IFBB]] Elite pro card at his very first bodybuilding show.<ref name="fitnessvolt.com">{{Cite web|url=https://fitnessvolt.com/andrew-jacked-profile/|title=Andrew Jacked - Complete Profile: Height, Workout and Diet|date=January 27, 2023}}</ref>


==Professional career==
==Professional career==
The Nigerian bodybuilder won another IFBB Elite Pro League ([[International Federation of BodyBuilding and Fitness|IFBB]]) show just one week later. He switched to the [[International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness Professional League|IFBB Pro League]] and participated in the 2022 [[Arnold Classic]] Amateur. Another clear win at the show earned him the [[International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness Professional League|IFBB Pro]] card.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.magzter.com/stories/Mens-Interest/Muscular-Development/Andrew-Jacked-the-Genetic-Wonder|title=Andrew Jacked the Genetic Wonder!|website=www.magzter.com}}</ref>
The Nigerian bodybuilder won another IFBB Elite Pro League ([[International Federation of BodyBuilding and Fitness|IFBB]]) show just one week later. He switched to the [[International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness Professional League|IFBB Pro League]] and participated in the 2022 [[Arnold Classic]] Amateur. Another win at the show earned him the IFBB Pro card.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.magzter.com/stories/Mens-Interest/Muscular-Development/Andrew-Jacked-the-Genetic-Wonder|title=Andrew Jacked the Genetic Wonder!|website=www.magzter.com}}</ref> Former competitors such as [[Jay Cutler (bodybuilder)|Jay Cutler]], [[Chris Cormier]], and [[Miloš Šarčev|Milos Sarcev]] predicted Obiekea to rise.<ref name="ironmagazine.com" />


On August 14, 2022, Andrew Jacked competed in and won the Texas Pro bodybuilding competition, qualifying for the Mr. Olympia contest.<ref name="generationiron.com" />
At this time, Obiekea's physique won him great acclaim among the bodybuilding community. Former competitors such as, Jay Cutler, Chris Cormier and Milos Sarcev predicted a bright future for Obiekea as his profile rose. The ensuing press brought Andrew Jacked into the spotlight not only for the hardcore bodybuilding community but more general and mainstream fitness enthusiasts.<ref name="ironmagazine.com"/>


On August 14, 2022, Andrew Jacked competed in and won the Texas Pro bodybuilding competition, qualifying for the Mr. Olympia contest and placing him among the top open division bodybuilders in the IFBB. Having seemingly come from nowhere, he earned comparisons to the feats of [[Big Ramy]] nearly a decade earlier, though many critics doubted he could achieve the same level of success so early in his career.<ref name="generationiron.com"/>
Andrew Jacked grew from 260&nbsp;lbs at his Arnold Classic debut to 290&nbsp;lbs at the 2022 [[Mr Olympia|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.<ref name="generationiron.com" />


He won the 2023 Texas Pro in [[Arlington, Texas]].
It was unprecedented for a competitor with so little professional competitive experience, to earn such a degree of expectation and excitement leading into a bodybuilding show. Despite the pressure, Andrew Jacked performed well in his Olympia debut, growing from 260&nbsp;lbs at his Arnold Classic debut to 290&nbsp;lbs at the 2022 [[Mr Olympia]], while presenting an impressive physique. 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.<ref name="generationiron.com"/>


==Profile==
==Profile==
Obiekea is renowned 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&nbsp;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 great bodybuilders from the 1980s – a distinct contrast to mass monsters like [[Ronnie Coleman]] or [[Big Ramy]].<ref name="auto1">{{Cite web|url=https://fitnessvolt.com/cedric-mcmillan-profile/|title=Cedric McMillan – Complete Profile: Height, Weight, Biography|date=June 26, 2020}}</ref> Obiekea credits his relatively small waistline to dietary restrictions and food intolerances that limit him to about four meals and a shake per day, less than the norm for bodybuilders at the professional level.<ref name="barbend.com">{{Cite web|url=https://barbend.com/andrew-jacked-changes-trainer-2023-arnold-classic/|title=Andrew Jacked Changes Trainer and Nutritionist for 2023 Arnold Classic|first=Roger|last=Lockridge|date=January 20, 2023}}</ref>
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&nbsp;lbs in the off season, 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]]<ref name="auto1">{{Cite web|url=https://fitnessvolt.com/cedric-mcmillan-profile/|title=Cedric McMillan – Complete Profile: Height, Weight, Biography|date=June 26, 2020}}</ref> Obiekea credits his relatively small waistline to dietary restrictions and food intolerances that limit him to about four meals and a shake per day.<ref name="barbend.com">{{Cite web|url=https://barbend.com/andrew-jacked-changes-trainer-2023-arnold-classic/|title=Andrew Jacked Changes Trainer and Nutritionist for 2023 Arnold Classic|first=Roger|last=Lockridge|date=January 20, 2023}}</ref>

With his combination of impressive size, height and aesthetic classic lines, Obiekea has achieved great success in a short amount of time . Indeed, the contrast between his pleasing physique and the larger ''mass monster'' look of other competitors such as [[Phil Heath]] has led some such as Milos Sarcev to proclaim him the future of the sport.<ref name="fitnessvolt.com"/>

However, despite carrying the torch for a more appealing look in the sport, set by the aforementioned McMillan, Andrew Jacked has not yet reached the upper echelon of the bodybuilding ranks, failing to finish in the first callout of the [[Mr Olympia]] finals. The Olympia has traditionally rewarded the largest, most muscular physiques, placing the taller Obiekea at a disadvantage. This is also a challenge that has been faced by bodybuilders of a similar physique and stature, such as McMillan, [[Evan Centopani]] and Patrick Moore.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Porvies |first=Mrs |date=April 13, 2023 |title=Andrew Jacked Complete Profile: Height, Weight, Age, Olympia |url=https://tikkaykhan.com/andrew-jacked-biography/ |archive-date=}}</ref>


==Personal life==
==Personal life==
Andrew Jacked currently resides in [[Dubai]], training at ''Binous Gym''. Due to his large [[social media]] following, he is perhaps the first open bodybuilder to begin his career as a fitness influencer before delving into competition. Indeed, Obiekea has hundreds of thousands of followers on [[YouTube]], [[Instagram]] and [[TikTok]], mirroring his former training partner, Williams.<ref name="fitnessvolt.com"/> 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, CA]].<ref name="barbend.com"/> Along with bodybuilding, Obiekea's athleticism is showcased in his impressive flexibility and artistic talents showcased in his elaborate and choreographed posing routines.<ref name="auto1"/>
Andrew Jacked currently resides in [[Dubai]], training at Binous Gym. He has a [[social media]] following. Obiekea has followers on [[YouTube]], [[Instagram]] and [[TikTok]].<ref name="fitnessvolt.com" /> 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, CA|Redondo Beach, California]].<ref name="barbend.com"/>

Obiekea is currently in a relationship with Céline Leclerc, whom he met while residing in [[Dubai]].<ref name="generationiron.com"/>


==Competition history==
==Competition history==


* 2021 EBBF Ajman Bodybuilding and Physique Contest – 1st (Earned the IFBB Elite Pro Card)
* 2021 EBBF Ajman Bodybuilding and Physique Contest – 1st (earned the IFBB Elite Pro Card)
* IFBB Elite Pro League Show – 1st
* 2021 IFBB Elite Pro League Show – 1st
* 2022 Arnold Classic Amateur – 1st (Earned the IFBB Pro Card)
* 2022 Arnold Classic Amateur – 1st (earned the IFBB Pro Card)
* 2022 Texas Pro – 1st (2022 Olympia Qualifier)
* 2022 Texas Pro – 1st (2022 Olympia Qualifier)
* 2022 [[Arnold Classic]] UK – 1st
* 2022 [[Arnold Classic]] UK – 1st
* 2022 Mr. Olympia – 8th
* [[2022 Mr. Olympia]] – 8th
* 2023 Arnold Classic – 3rd
* 2023 Arnold Classic – 3rd
* 2023 Texas Pro – 1st (2023 Olympia Qualifier)
* 2023 Texas Pro – 1st (2023 Mr. Olympia qualifier)
* 2023 Mr. Olympia - 5th
* [[2023 Mr. Olympia]] – 5th
* 2024 Texas Pro – 1st (2024 Mr. Olympia qualifier)<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-08-12 |title=2024 Texas Pro Bodybuilding Show Results {{!}} BarBend |url=https://barbend.com/2024-texas-pro-results/ |access-date=2024-08-30 |language=en-US}}</ref>
* [[2024 Mr. Olympia]] – 5th


==See also==
==See also==

Latest revision as of 07:48, 14 November 2024

Andrew Jacked
Born
Chinedu Andrew Obiekea

1985 (age 38–39)
Kaduna, Nigeria
Other namesThe Mona Lisa[1]
Occupation(s)Bodybuilder and fitness influencer
Height187 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]

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. In 2021, Obiekea competed in the inaugural EBBF Ajmaan Bodybuilding and Physique Contest, held in the United Arab Emirates. He won first place in the competition, thereby earning an IFBB Elite Pro card at his debut 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 rise.[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 in the off season, 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]

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]

Competition history

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  • 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)[8]
  • 2024 Mr. Olympia – 5th

See also

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References

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  1. ^ ""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.
  2. ^ a b c Team, G. I. (January 10, 2023). "Andrew Jacked | Profile | Bio | Stats".
  3. ^ a b "Andrew Jacked Takeover! – IronMag Bodybuilding & Fitness Blog".
  4. ^ a b "Andrew Jacked - Complete Profile: Height, Workout and Diet". January 27, 2023.
  5. ^ "Andrew Jacked the Genetic Wonder!". www.magzter.com.
  6. ^ "Cedric McMillan – Complete Profile: Height, Weight, Biography". June 26, 2020.
  7. ^ a b Lockridge, Roger (January 20, 2023). "Andrew Jacked Changes Trainer and Nutritionist for 2023 Arnold Classic".
  8. ^ "2024 Texas Pro Bodybuilding Show Results | BarBend". 2024-08-12. Retrieved 2024-08-30.
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