Hyderabad bodybuilder Venkatesan wins gold in World Cup

Hyderabad: K Venkatesan,  a vegan natural bodybuilder from the City, won a gold in the  Mr Natural World Bodybuilding Championship in Los Angeles on Sunday night.

“I am truly blessed and grateful to achieve this once again, after winning a gold medal last year too,” 49-year-old Venkatesan informed ‘Telangana Today’.

“Every bodybuilding competition is challenging, and this one was no exception. It was an exciting and energetic event, full of passion, dedication, hard work, and amazing performances. Everyone brought their best, making the competition even more special and enjoyable” he explained.
The champion bodybuilder is grateful to Mr Kumar Mannava, co-founder of the One Fitness Studio in Jubilee Hills here for sponsoring the entire trip.

“As a 100% vegan natural bodybuilder, I am proud to show that dedication, discipline, consistency, and a plant-based lifestyle can take us towards our fitness goals,” Venkatesan said.

“The competition started around 4 AM India time and continued for almost 24 hours. I didn’t get enough sleep, so I felt a little tired and physically exhausted. Despite the fatigue and challenges, I stayed strong, gave my best, and enjoyed every moment on stage,” he revealed.
“Being a vegan natural bodybuilder and participating in these competitions comes with significant expenses, especially when travelling from India to compete. But honestly, I never worry too much about the cost. Bodybuilding is not just a hobby for me; it is my passion and lifestyle,” the gold medallist said.

“I don’t do it for money or fame. I do it because I love this sport, enjoy the experience, and challenge myself every year,” he said.

“No matter how difficult or expensive the journey may be, my passion keeps me going. I am proud to represent vegan natural bodybuilding and will continue to follow my passion with dedication and happiness,” Venkatesan said.

“By God’s grace and blessings, I achieved my goal and brought home another gold medal. Hard work, patience, discipline, and faith always make a difference.Feeling truly happy, grateful, and blessed,” he signed off.