I saw Gustavo Baddel, the other day at Golds. I dont care what you say about Gustavo, Badeel, but he is a total gentlemen, The guy always walks up to me asks how I am doing and then asks how my family is doing. Gustavo is very polite in person. He isnt one of these bodybuilders that does X, or g4p. He is a family man. He has a beutiful wife, and cute children.
Gustavo right now has been off of everything, and been promoting shows in Ireland. He wants to promote shows in Las Vegas as well. He plans on making a comeback next year. He wanted to let his body rest, and clean out his receptors, which is a smart thing to do. Most pro bodybuilders dont do this, that is why Palumbosim sets in.The body gets saturated with hormones, and starts to look horrible.
If your smart, you will take time off. Kevin Levrone was somewhat smart with his approach. He would weigh around 200-210lbs, and then get on gear and diet up for a show. I think he took it a little to far with the off season, but it worked for him. I think Gustavo has 2 good years in him left. I think with the break from hormones, and the mental rest he could do some damage.
He did place 3rd at the Mr Olympia and won the posing round at the Mr O.So he is no slouch. The guy is a force to be reckon with if he pulls it together.Yes he is aggressive on stage, but he says, because he is hungry to win. He wants to win, and wants to provide well for his family. I wish the best for Guustavo, he is a great guy, and hopefully he will nail it again, and be a top contender.