Calum Von Moger

Bodybuilder, Inspirational Speaker, Brand Ambassador

Being dubbed as the second Arnold, Calum Von Moger has the same awesome genetics and growth capabilities to be matched against the greats. Carrying not only a huge physique but also a thirst for strength and progression, Calum’s proving he’s a force to be reckoned with.

Training with his brother at a young age and focusing on basic techniques with heavy weights, along with being influenced by the likes of Steve Reeves. The Arnold 2.0 is rising up quickly as an aesthetic and classic bodybuilder in modern times. This is his story:

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“I’m not interested in any of today’s bodybuilders. That doesn’t appeal to me at all. It’s not what I want to look like, it’s not what I want to be, it’s too much. What I like are the old classic physiques. That’s my favorite. Quality over quantity. Bodies made in the 60’s and 70’s. Aesthetic, with perfect symmetry and proportion. My ultimate goal, would be to build a body like that one day. But then again, probably just a little bit better.”

Athlete Statistics

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“Winning my first ever bodybuilding competition was a very proud moment for me, and it boosted me to continue bodybuilding.”

Accomplishments

Standing out as a contender at a young age, Calum trained harder, grew bigger, and started to taste the feeling of success. Winning his first competition in 2010 in Australia and then taking first place in the Junior Mr. Universe.

He’s now currently working hard to retain his title, along with working as a brand ambassador, and fitness/fashion model. He also often speaks to kids around the world about fitness and nutrition.

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“My older brother got me started in the gym when I was a teenager. I looked up to him because he was always bigger and stronger, and that was when my love for bodybuilding began.”

Biography

A Brothers Rivalry

Calum’s training life and thirst for the weights room started back in his hometown of Geelong Australia. One day when Calum was 14 his brother asked him if he wanted to go to the gym (an old warehouse close to their home). It wasn’t a fancy gym with lots of equipment, it was old, basic and with rusty dumbbells on the floor, but it was everything Calum needed to catch the lifting bug.

The owner would leave the key in the letterbox so they could train there after school. At times the key wasn’t always there, so sneaking in underneath the shutters was the only way to make sure they could train each night.

“My motivation comes from the conflagration burning inside me to be the best I can be in whatever it is I put my mind to.”

Perhaps it was the competition between Calum and his older brother, who he always saw as stronger and taller inspired him to lift more and train harder. Or perhaps it was the fact that he saw himself as a skinny kid growing up.

Calum also became inspired by watching Steve Reeves on TV in ‘Hercules,’ and Arnold Schwarzenegger in the hit documentary ‘Pumping Iron.’ Whichever was the main reason for his motivation, it’s clear to see that Calum has put in a lot of hard work, and used a lot of the old techniques to form his classic shape.

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A  young Calum Von Moger.

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Inspired By Hercules

Calum says that he’s trying to bring back the classic shapes of the 60’s and the 70’s, what he calls “the golden era of bodybuilding.” Forming his shape using basic lifting methods and heavy compound movements. Many have commented that it’s hard to tell the difference between Arnold and Calum when stood side by side, due to his training and genetics.

“I grew up in a very small town on a little farm with my family, I played soccer for 8 years and was always very athletic, I remember growing up in an organized household where the entire family followed a daily routine. The environment where I grew up undoubtedly helped shape my mindset on discipline.”

Winning Competitions

After several years of hard work in the gym, Calum started competing in local shows. He went on to win his first bodybuilding competition in 2010, and in 2011, he was selected to take part in the WFF Junior Mr. Universe competition.

Calum also competed and won the NABBA Junior International championships, then went on to take first place in the Jr. Mr. Universe. Calum now resides in Los Angeles California constantly prepping for the next big event.

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“As a kid, I remember watching Steve Reeves in Hercules. I looked up to him as a role model for my ‘dream’ physique. Now that I have built a nice shape from bodybuilding, kids on social media are looking up to me and reaching out to me on a daily basis.”

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“I train by instinct. Which means I don’t follow the rules others have made that might work for them. I always use exercises that I know work for me and I generally warm up at the start for 1-2 sets then complete 3 working sets.”

Training

Primarily focusing on a 4-day split, Calum likes to lift as much weight as possible to ensure he continues to grow and retain his huge physique. Always practicing the strictest form possible, and focusing on each muscle fiber and strand being used, and making sure that every aspect of his body is put under the right amount of tension for growth.

Lifting Heavy

Using heavy weights and low reps and a pyramid training structure is what Calum prefers to use.

This involves the weight being increased with each set, and with basic compound exercises such as deadlift, bench press, squats and bent over rows. These exercises have contributed to Calum’s awesome growth.

This shows us that his workouts are basic, but also heavy and intense. Calum says that it’s also important to utilize your rest days as you’ll be lifting so much weight. It’s vital to get at least 3 days of rest spread throughout the week says Calum when training like this.

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Cardio

For cardio, which is not hugely important for Calum as his metabolism is so fast it burns up most of the calories he eats. But when he does do cardio, it’s often swimming and mountain biking.

A typical training week may look something like this:

Monday & Thursday

• 1. Incline Situp: 2-3 x 20-30
• 2. Hyperextension: 2-3 x 10-15
• 3. Squat: 6 x 12/10/8/6/4/2*
• 4. Barbell Bent Rowing: 5 x 12/10/8/6/4*
• 5. Deadlifts: 4 x 8/6/4/2*
• 6. Barbell Wrist Curl: 3 x 12/10/8*
• 7. Standing Calf Raise: 5 x 15/12/10/8/6*

Tuesday & Friday

• 1. Incline Leg Raise: 2-3 x 20-30
• 2. Bench Press: 5 x 10/8/6/4/2*
• 3. Incline Press: 4 x 10/8/6/4*
• 4. Military Press: 4 x 8/6/4/2*
• 5. Barbell Curl: 4 x 10/8/6/4*
• 6. Skull Crushers: 4 x 12/10/8/6*
• 7. Seated Calf Raise: 5 x 15/12/10/8/6*

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“My diet is basically like the food pyramid, except its shaped like a box, and you can throw anything you like in there.”

Nutrition

With a quick metabolism such as Calum’s, he’s lucky enough to get away eating a huge amount of food while retaining a lean body. Saying that his diet approach is quite simple in the fact that if he wants to gain more muscle, he will simply eat more. And if he’s cutting, he’ll slightly reduce his overall calorie intake in preparation for a photo shoot or competition.

One of his favorite meals he likes to eat at any time of the day is watermelon with cottage cheese. Or any home cooked meal by his family and friends. Such as meat, potatoes, and vegetables.

For supplements, Calum will often use a whey protein along with BCAA’s, creatine, and a pre-workout to keep him strong in the gym.

Calum will also use a glucose powder to feed his muscles, as well as magnesium, zinc, multivitamins, fish oil, and taurine. This helps Calum to maintain a healthy heart and nervous system.

Calum’s Daily Diet

• 4 eggs, 1 banana, 1 cup milk, 3 scoops ice cream, 1 tbs Nutella/peanut butter, oats, whey protein, honey smoothie
• Chicken with white rice
• Beef with white rice
• Chicken with white rice
• Protein shake
• Potato’s, steak, salad
• Casein protein, milk, flaxseed oil, Nutella on toast with banana

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“I feel I have switched from being the kid with ‘big’ dreams, to a man who can be a role model; that’s what motivates me.”

Idols and Influences

Looking at Calum’s physique we can clearly see who is idols were throughout his career. The classics such as Arnold, Frank Zane and Steve Reeves, are all held in the highest regards by Calum.

Watching his idols on TV as a youngster and training with the same intensity and methods used back in the “golden era.” Calum has shaped his body to mirror their style and look.

The v-shaped body with the smaller waist, wide lats with huge arms, and shoulders with thick legs are the backbone of Calum’s hard work. He hopes to show the world what bodybuilding is all about. He wants to show the natural looking physiques that were based on the ancient Greek statues and the gods of yesteryear.

Calum doesn’t want to put down the hard work of today’s modern bodybuilders, but for him, the true physique are those of the classics.

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“My next goal is to expand my name not just in the fitness industry, but in entertainment and wildlife conservation in Africa. I have a big heart for animals, and I would love to use my platform to create awareness for purposes that are greater than my own. Next year, I plan on hosting the Mr. Universe show in Miami.”

What we can learn from Calum Von Moger

If you’re looking to get big, and swole, then Calum’s your man to follow. Seeing how he transformed his body to match the classic shape using heavy weights and basic compound exercises, and a diet high in calories – then you know what to do to achieve the same physique as Mr. Moger.

However, a physique of this size and quality doesn’t come overnight, it takes dedication and hard work, but it’s achievable.

Knowing how to train, when to train, and the right methods to use with the right supplements and diet, means you could be on your way to achieving huge muscles of your own – just like Calum.