Dorian

[Bartek Ka @Bartek_Kamyk_]

In 2009, Chris Cormier visited Dorian Yates to train with him at Temple Gym in Birmingham.

Chris and Dorian shared the Mr. Olympia stage in the ’90s.

Chris continued competing into the early 2000s and was even planning a comeback.

Dorian put him through his usual Blood & Guts, short, brutal, and intense leg day.

What happened after training is what happens when you train with a ‘psycho.’

At the end, Chris said: “There is definitely something wrong with Dorian.”

[Bartek Ka @Bartek_Kamyk_]

In February 93, seven months before the 1993 Mr. Olympia in Atlanta,

Kevin Levrone suffered a complete pectoral rupture while benching 600 pounds.

The year prior, he placed second to Dorian Yates at the Olympia in Helsinki.

He underwent a 12-hour surgery to reattach the pectoralis major and minor, followed by another operation due to infection.

Levrone didn’t train until July and lost 40 lbs of muscle…

Then he came back, trained 2.5 months, and still took 5th at the 1993 Mr. Olympia.

Arguably the best comeback from a serious injury in bodybuilding history.

Kevin was 2nd four times on the Olympia stage; twice to Dorian, twice to Ronnie,

and is also the ’94 and ’96 Arnold Classic champion.

And of course, he returned to heavy-ass benching, as you can see in the video.

[Bartek Ka @Bartek_Kamyk_]

It's a second time you feel like it is about you. You remember the first?

It’s almost like you’re the only online coach who meets some of the red-flag criteria I mentioned...

And it's all You! The whole fitnes X spins around you.

That’s a lot of words written from a defensive state of mind. Usually a sign there’s some insecurity behind it.

Because if everything you repeatedly say is true;
your DMs full, your clients are happy, and your business's thriving

then why even bother with a small account and a random, irrelevant post?
I didn't even quote you or tag you.

Too bad you were selective when scrutinising my post.
A few things were taken out of context, and a few others were left out conveniently. But that’s okay.

Now let’s talk.

Do I have the right to see it my way?
Shall I apologise for that?

I’m not going to tiptoe around people’s feelings or be softer just to make my point more comfortable for them.

And no, you don’t have to stand next to every one of your clients. That’s not what I said.

But if you’re a reputable coach, it’s natural that you’d at least sometimes train with some of your clients or show up with them at the gym.

You’ve really never trained anyone in person? I'm not surprised reading your words.👇

"barely even work with anyone whose main goal is pure strength training. I don't see how it matters if the muscle goes on the frame"

So strength gains and measurable gym performance don’t matter to you?
Even for beginners and intermediates?

That’s exactly what I described in my original post;

A purely aesthetic transformation without performance improvements is incomplete, that’s my perspective.

If you don’t see the value in getting a complete beginner from zero to a 3-plate squat, then we’re looking at bodybuilding very differently.

I posted about it many times before and reserve the right to have an opinion.

Again, I’m not sorry for expressing it, and it wasn’t even about you.

I’ve observed that phenomenon with some transformation artists long before I got on X.

You suggested no other coaches produce as many transformations as you do.

Well, we have a pro coach here on X with actual pro cards for clients on his resume.

There are natural coaches with solid results.

And that one coach you kept targeting not long ago....
Honestly, his transformations look better than yours. Especially the natural ones. IMO.

All of these men are transparent, they post real results and don’t hide anything.

Maybe they don’t have your writing skills, but they’re all great guys with great results.

To summarise Doc.

I posted my opinion and how I see it.

It wasn’t strictly about you, though you may be included to some extent.

I used the word “questionable” multiple times. I didn’t disrespect you or any of your clients.

If you feel attacked, just know that your business model can naturally make people question you. That’s normal.

The only way to avoid it is to be fully transparent and shut everyone’s mouth, including mine.
But we’ve talked about that before.

Maybe it’s time, mate.

[Dorian Kaminski @DorianK100]

Relaxed Sunday.

Meal prep done. ✅
Steps done. ✅

Body’s recovered, mind’s clear ready to attack the week ahead💯

Shoulders and triceps tomorrow 💪

[Dorian Kaminski @DorianK100]

Raise your standards and watch how fast your life changes.
You don’t get what you want you get what you tolerate.

If you’re not happy with what you see in the mirror, but you keep tolerating it because change feels “too hard,” then nothing will ever change.

The moment you stop accepting the bare minimum from yourself is the moment everything starts to shift.

Putting some effort in is much easier than living with the regret of never changing.

Hold yourself to a higher standard your future self will thank you for it.

[Dorian Kaminski @DorianK100]

I’ve realised that in 2026 my training needs to be far more structured.

This year I got into decent shape, trained hard and learned a lot but there wasn’t enough intention behind my sessions. I didn’t progress in strength the way I should have. A few PRs here and there, but not enough to truly move the needle.

If I want to go from looking like someone who “just trains” to someone who’s actually building a physique with bodybuilding potential, strength has to be the priority.

More load. More density. More progression.

The aesthetics will come later right now the focus is simple:
get stronger, build real density, and stop wasting time and energy on pointless volume. Low reps, heavy weight, structured progression.

What are some of your 2026 training goals ?

[Bartek Ka @Bartek_Kamyk_]

Jay Cutler on his workout mindset in a recent interview:

A guy called to film him for a DVD. Jay agreed, but said:

“Don’t talk to me, don’t ask me any questions, and just stay out of my way.”
Just pure, dead footage.

“Cell phone would definitely distract me, I think it’s pathetic now, that everytime you walk in the gym…

...distractions everywhere. People came up and asked about the music in the gym.
I said, “what music? I didn’t even hear it.”

“I was so locked in.., people watching this gonna be like;
‘this dude is absolutely crazy’...

but there was not fuckin’ world besides what I did in the gym.”

This is what focus in the gym used to look like.

Most people today have no idea what Jay’s even talking about.

[Bartek Ka @Bartek_Kamyk_]

“Sleep is the number one thing.”
Jay Cutler

When people talk bodybuilding, they’ll say nutrition is 50% and training is 50%...
Then the more in-depth guys add PEDs and genetics to the puzzle.

All of that matters for gains, but sleep is the one thing that’s often overlooked.

From my own experience: the lack of sleep in my mid-20s to mid-30s was probably the one thing that fucked up my progress.

I trained religiously. I never missed meals. I used PEDs and every supplement out there.

I just didn’t sleep like a bodybuilder for many years.

Trust me: in bodybuilding, nothing replaces sleep. Nothing you take or do will ever compensate for it.

Don’t make the same mistake.

[Dorian Kaminski @DorianK100]

Last month of 2025.

Most years I take it easy in December, mentally check out and just coast until January.

Not this time.

I’m still hitting the weights, keeping the diet tight and getting my cardio in.
But I’m also enjoying the holidays normally I’m just not using them as an excuse to slack.

I’m proud of the progress I made this year, best shape I’ve ever been in.
Now I’m using this month to build momentum, so I walk into 2026 already ahead not wasting January trying to “start again.”

[Dorian Kaminski @DorianK100]

Great thread

Another one I’d add is limit your options to fail - for me, If I’m training, I don’t even go home after work, I go straight to the gym.

My clothes, food and supplements are all packed in my bag and I’m heading straight to the gym, I don’t need a 5 min sit down 💪

[Bartek Ka @Bartek_Kamyk_]

The obesity problem is an ignorance and procrastination problem.

The first step is to admit to yourself that you need to take a first step.

For many people, and some of my clients, it took years to admit that something had to change.

Sedentary lifestyle, junk food, long hours at work, stress, party mode on weekends…

Tick tock, time goes fast, years go by…

Ignoring the signs, you’re still waiting.... Another 30 lbs on the scale…

Some ‘friends’ might say:
“Nah, you’re fine, mate. Don’t stress about it.”

But you’re getting fatter and heavier each year, until daily tasks become harder.

You’re obese, you know it. Your woman sees it. Your kids watch it.

The longer you wait, the harder it will be to reverse the process.

Don’t wait. Face it. Admit it.
Act. Go to the gym. Change your lifestyle.

Do it now. Not tomorrow. Not after your birthday. Not in New Year.

[Dorian Kaminski @DorianK100]

Feeling back in the swing of things after Chest and Biceps, added in some abs and forearms too as they’re both weak points of mine.

However no Flex Friday pic until I’m happy with what I see in the mirror 🫡

Legs tomorrow in the AM, let’s start the weekend the right way 🏋️

[Bartek Ka @Bartek_Kamyk_]

14 years old is the best time to start.

20 years old is a great time to start.

26 years old is a good time to start.

35 years old? You're is still good.

41 years old? You better start now.

49, 55, and even over 60?
You can still start lifting.

Just start, no matter your age.
It’s never too late.

[Bartek Ka @Bartek_Kamyk_]

Are you afraid people will see you differently once you eventually let go of your bodybuilding identity?

Dorian’s sage take is something I catch myself thinking about more and more.

Letting go of a label shouldn’t feel like losing yourself.

At some point, you need a meaning in life that outgrows the thing you’re known for.

[Dorian Kaminski @DorianK100]

I ask myself sometimes: why do I actually train this much?

I’m not getting paid for it. It’s hard work. It’s a pain in the arse some days.
But the answer’s simple - it gives my life structure.

After work, I know exactly where I’m going. I’m not drifting around, ending up in places I shouldn’t be, making decisions that pull me off the right path.

Add hard work, discipline and a few clear goals on top of that, and suddenly you’ve got purpose.
You realise you’d rather be here, building yourself, than in a pub surrounded by people you don’t want to become.

The gym gives more back than it takes.

[Dorian Kaminski @DorianK100]

The week long break only lasted 6 days - good enough

Chest, shoulders, tris and bis

4 exercises each on chest and shoulders and 3 each on the arms

Just mostly pump work no prs, pump achieved and I’m ready get back in there 100% ✅

[Dorian Kaminski @DorianK100]

Realised you can’t just go straight back to the heavy weights after a little time off

Rack pulls stayed at 170kg last night and my lower back and hamstrings are in pieces

But most importantly the work was done, the strength will rebound as long as I’m consistent and show up 🫡

[Bartek Ka @Bartek_Kamyk_]

“I was one of them, I was a bodybuilder too.
Gym, prepping my meals, supplements, gear…
I did all of it…
until I realised it won’t help me with girls…”

Girls mother…er???
You did it for the wrong reason.
That’s why you sucked at it.

Now you’re posting those clown comparison memes,

claiming a skinny metrosexual dude gets more girls than a classic Mr.O who’s a husband, father, and multimillionaire.

Silly boy.
Anyone who tries to pursue bodybuilding for any reason other than passion for bodybuilding will suck at bodybuilding.

But keep posting, maybe those few dollars from the X payout will finally help you with girls.

[Dorian Kaminski @DorianK100]

Best thing about doing your cardio outdoors?

The further you walk, the further you have to walk back.

No quitting half way, leaving yourself no option 😄

[Dorian Kaminski @DorianK100]

It’s so easy to let those winning habits slip as the weather gets colder and winter approaches.

You stop eating so clean, you ease off the cardio - maybe miss a session here and there.

That seasonal depressive phase kicks in and you tell yourself it’s ok to ease off.

But we all know this isn’t how winners are made, your effort doesn’t just count in the summer or when you feel like it.

You’ve got to show up the same way you did when it was “easy” — when the sun was out and the mornings weren’t dark and miserable.

Or you might as well not bother at all…