Help support this channel, shop the M&S Store. Extra 5% off with code TH-cam: muscle.ms/MuscleStrengthStore Akim in this video is just 6 weeks out from the Arnold Classic 2020. We've made it known in videos before that everyone's calorie needs are different. For Akim, to get into the conditioning he needs to be to step on stage he has to suffer. He's able to carry and maintain a lot of size, but to get the paper-skin detailing, he has to go low carb and low calorie. This isn't your average full day of eating. This is a full day of eating of an elite level bodybuilder trying to bring his best to a major competition stage. | Follow Akim Williams | ► Instagram: instagram.com/ifbbproakimwilliams/ ► Shop MHP: www.muscleandstrength.com/store/brands/mhp
Why so low carb, if you not even eating fruits and or bad refine sugars? .... good carbs, good glucose, good energy. What is carbs doing that he has to shut them down so low.
One of the nicest down to earth guys in the sport!! Would run into him frequently while food shopping,and every time I approached him he ALWAYS was polite and engaged in conversations,I salute this brother!
Thor Odinson have you been on a strict diet? I’m on one rn I’m tryna lose weight but let me tell you that crap drains you if you don’t got self discipline
These videos are great, they inspire different explorations of dieting and give people examples of dedication and experimentation, I really love this content from Muscle and Strength.
Thank you for that comment! Love hearing that type of feedback. This series started off as experimental and got a huge response. We're really going to try to make it at least a monthly segment. We've got some pretty cool ones coming up this yr. Stay tuned!
After meal 2 I was like Ok this is a joke now he will start eating his real meals but no lol. WTF Oscar accidentally switched his diet plan with some bikini competitor or what????
@@muscleandstrength He must have so slow metabolic rate eating under 2200kcal with his size that is just insane.. 99,999% of people with his size would drop like 2 pounds a day eating like him lol...
I appreciate the hard work they do to formulate the right kind of body for the sport. I respect this training and meal prep. Very simple and streight to the point. GOD Bless.
With one of the most stacked line ups in recent memory I think it may be a hard for Akeem to make it into the top 6 at the 2020 Arnold. He beat Patrick Moore by one place in last years Olympia but I thought Moore was way overlooked and I look for him to jump into the top 5 at this years Arnold Classic. Hope Akeem does great but this is gonna be one tough show.
LOOOOOOOOOOOOLLLLLLLLLLL I didn't even notice that he looked like Tom until I read your comment and re-saw it. You're right. He looks exactly like Tom. LOL !!!!
Damn i just got hungry seeing his low total amount of carbs... Thats not even half a meal for me ... Prep is so underestimated! respect to this big fella man
2 hours of cardio, lots of healthy fats and protein and less carbohydrates , his routine reminds me the golden era bodybuilder's routine . Though he is in prep . Good content
Couldn't agree more - idk if you've seen our legends segment about nutrition with Lee Haney. But the diet he described using during his comp days is exactly what you see Akim eating here.
he's 6 weeks out brah. keto works until its time to really suffer, he prob eats more calories overall than you. 1g of fat is 9 cals versus 4 cals per 1g of carbs. pls go
@@dannym3532 To be fair, in the vid he's at 2190 cals. That's pretty low for a guy akim's size (especially to those who don't realize the prep lifestyle) - I think that's all Douglas was saying.
Akim has that thick skin. Hard for him to get grainy shredded. I think this Arnold will be his best showing to date though. Him and Oscar are the perfect match.
What I always find interesting in these videos is, that I barley see a pro have any whey or such... even though they get it for free. This makes me believe that maybe whey and stuff isn’t really that good at all
I wouldn't say that. When you're prepping, you want to chew your food. It's more satiating. Protein is protein regardless of the source. During an offseason or something, it becomes a more common part of the diet plan as they're just trying to get cals down.
@@muscleandstrength Absolutely. I met Akim at Dumbells Gym in NJ before it went under. He was doing the stair stepper machine, I recognized him said hello and he had entire conversation with me while he was doing cardio ! Class Act 1000 %
I’m no bodybuilder but I have a great suggestion to an alternative if Akim wants to cut out the fat from his ground Turkey meal. I also get the 93% ground Turkey, but instead of using the sauce that he’s using which is probably packed with fat, I use a hoisin sauce called Lee Kum Kee. Only about a 1.5 g of fat per table spoon, and tastes really good.
Finally an IFBB Pro whose diet is relatable to that of mortals. 99.9% of viewers don't have a crazy metabolism that can shove down ice cream, five guys, boxes of cereal, cookies, and diet cokes (ya'll know who this is:)
Damm this is rough, especially for a guy his size. First few meals I though ah that’s ok I’m sure he will do his carbs later. Then when he didn’t I thought ah ok he’s going to have high fats, but nope 🤭. 2190 calories for a guy that size !! Shit man. But if he comes in the Arnold and nails the condition, that’s all that that matters. I like to hear Daves Palumbos thoughts on this
I want to hear a version with no music, like a documentary. The song going on in the background is distracting from the actual content. Constructive criticism.
Thank you for the feedback. We probably will keep the music since a lot of other commentors on other vids seem to like our choices. You're feedback is very much appreciated tho. 😎💪🤙
@@monkvegeta-thepursuerofpea7217 You know it! A lot of Akim coming soon 😎💪🤙. And we've got a lot of other great shoots on deck in the next 4 months that I think you'll love.
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Akim in this video is just 6 weeks out from the Arnold Classic 2020. We've made it known in videos before that everyone's calorie needs are different. For Akim, to get into the conditioning he needs to be to step on stage he has to suffer. He's able to carry and maintain a lot of size, but to get the paper-skin detailing, he has to go low carb and low calorie. This isn't your average full day of eating. This is a full day of eating of an elite level bodybuilder trying to bring his best to a major competition stage.
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@Richard Pajooh 🤣🤣🤣 - yea, he does about a tablespoon or less.
@Richard Pajooh lol same
@@muscleandstrength i'd be fuckin that bottle of bbq sauce... like every single meal just fuck ton! ya'll know what i mean?
@@ilovetrainallday 😂
Why so low carb, if you not even eating fruits and or bad refine sugars? .... good carbs, good glucose, good energy. What is carbs doing that he has to shut them down so low.
One of the nicest down to earth guys in the sport!! Would run into him frequently while food shopping,and every time I approached him he ALWAYS was polite and engaged in conversations,I salute this brother!
That is awesome! We enjoyed working with Akim. Thanks for watching and commenting!
The biggest takeaway is finding out there’s pizza parlors out there that sell grilled chicken and broccoli lmao
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How was that mean 56 g of carbs
@@Mr.Helper. Sweet potato
Right?! 😂
Mr. Helper the dude literally ate a fucking potato
This upbeat music doesn't fit his depressing diet.
lmao
He's probably more full than most, but without the Bloat. If you haven't tried any Low Carb Diets, can't knock it!
I lol'd, but poached egg yolks on greens is like a natural salad dressing. Shit is good!
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One of the bodybuilders who actually doesnt eat rice and chicken all day!
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Z R well...his daily carbs intake is very low...below 100g / day as we can see in this video...so rice is out of question lol
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I feel sad for him. Chicken and rice is life bruh. That must be a harsh prep
He is originally educated by Dave Palumbo.. so u can expect nothing but low carb .. plus he's pre contest
What a humble and gifted athlete! We'd love more content of him
More coming! Stay tuned! 😎💪🤙
Big fact always loved akim he such a humble and calm dude and hes like the strongest ifbb pro 💯
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I’d love some of your content
Someone wants some BBC lmao
His meals actually look nourishing unlike a lot of bodybuilders I see on the tube. Good for him! 👍🏾
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I´ve never seen so much greens in a body builders "fullday of eating"-video before. Makes me happy!
The discipline to eat the same thing every day is crazy
Thor Odinson no it isn’t nigga
@@Juskii. it is tho its in fact the easiest but many people cant stand nothing different everyday
Thor Odinson Yes it is easier but who wants to do that? Not many people lol we like variety
Thor Odinson have you been on a strict diet? I’m on one rn I’m tryna lose weight but let me tell you that crap drains you if you don’t got self discipline
@@Juskii. it depends on what you are eating and how much.
These videos are great, they inspire different explorations of dieting and give people examples of dedication and experimentation, I really love this content from Muscle and Strength.
Thank you for that comment! Love hearing that type of feedback. This series started off as experimental and got a huge response. We're really going to try to make it at least a monthly segment. We've got some pretty cool ones coming up this yr. Stay tuned!
@@muscleandstrength yes please keep this content coming!
Everybody complaining about low carbs/calories must've never dieted for a contest/been shredded in their entire life or have some godly genetics
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Nope I haven’t
He eats less carbs a day than i do in one meal... I cant imagine being this guy haha. Wish him all the luck for the arnold classic.
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After meal 2 I was like Ok this is a joke now he will start eating his real meals but no lol. WTF Oscar accidentally switched his diet plan with some bikini competitor or what????
lol - that's what he has to go through to get the conditioning he needs. Preps definitely aren't easy, especially for Akim.
@@muscleandstrength He must have so slow metabolic rate eating under 2200kcal with his size that is just insane.. 99,999% of people with his size would drop like 2 pounds a day eating like him lol...
@@jirihutecka9020 all about neat
@pan peter Go spend the day with him and see for yourself.
It's his pre contest prep diet he doesn't normally eat like that
its good to see how to eat high fats and moderate carbs meal plan! thanks!
Thank YOU for watching!
next time you visit him, bring him some plates
Will do
Weight plates? Or Foods on a plate? 🤣
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I'm sure this is tough for him, but I'm so inspired by your discipline! Also, it's so nice to see a bodybuilder eat veggies and sweet potatoes 😁!
Thank you for watching!
love these uploads from M & S, thank you!
I appreciate the hard work they do to formulate the right kind of body for the sport. I respect this training and meal prep. Very simple and streight to the point. GOD Bless.
Thanks for watching!
This channel is litty! I can’t believe they respond to every comment. That’s dedication and respect for yourself viewership ✊🏼
We appreciate y'all spending your time with us - it's the least we could do, fam 😎💪🤙
He’s trying to come in shredddddded, hope he does I’m a big fan of Akims structure
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Great video I respect the grind and work he puts in.
Appreciate you watching and commenting!
Wow.. just over 2k calories. He must be starving!!!
Damn...and I thought I was on low calories and I'm like half his weight. Akim is really grinding to achieve his goals. Good luck to him
With one of the most stacked line ups in recent memory I think it may be a hard for Akeem to make it into the top 6 at the 2020 Arnold. He beat Patrick Moore by one place in last years Olympia but I thought Moore was way overlooked and I look for him to jump into the top 5 at this years Arnold Classic. Hope Akeem does great but this is gonna be one tough show.
I'm excited for it - it's gunna be a good show
Akim is fantastic so underrated ... I think 2020 and 21 you will get your props big guy. More of akim please... off season too
Couldn't agree more! And more coming! We'll see what we can do about visiting him during the offseason 💪
3:35 daaamn, Tom Hanks is ripped af :D
@@klaaxy lol
LOOOOOOOOOOOOLLLLLLLLLLL I didn't even notice that he looked like Tom until I read your comment and re-saw it. You're right. He looks exactly like Tom. LOL !!!!
@@___David___Savian 😂😂😂
I see it ...
Damn i just got hungry seeing his low total amount of carbs... Thats not even half a meal for me ... Prep is so underestimated! respect to this big fella man
God damn amazing mental strength I can’t even handle an hour of cardio after strength training
Couldn't agree more 💪💪💪
One of the few bodybuilder who eats vegetables
He eats so clean and I love it
hahaha - we knew everyone would
Love his addition of spinach/greens to every meal. A pretty low to nearly no-calorie way to get some fiber and micros in with the macros.
Stay healthy and focus champ ! Hope the best for you
Thank you for watching!
I love Akim he is today's greatest bodybuilder.
I lold at the nap time music. But yeah, that is absolutely a huge part of a bodybuilders arsenal
Naps are key
2 hours of cardio, lots of healthy fats and protein and less carbohydrates , his routine reminds me the golden era bodybuilder's routine . Though he is in prep . Good content
Couldn't agree more - idk if you've seen our legends segment about nutrition with Lee Haney. But the diet he described using during his comp days is exactly what you see Akim eating here.
What a stacked line up for this years Arnold classic.
It's insane lol
Happy to see him getting those greens in!
I would love to see more videos of this mass monster!
More coming!
5:55 can't tell what is bigger, his delt or his head... Dude is Insane and yet so chill..
Great channel, presents all the pro bodybuilders full day of eating best channel
Great job --muscle and strenth💓💓
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Good vids dude. Quality with the sounds as well.
please do another full day of eating with him when he's not prepping for a show. that would be cool to see the difference
We'd love to and will see if we can make that happen
Bodybuilders got a good thing going. Getting. Stronger and eating can't go wrong with that.
Never seen this guy before, he already looks fueled up!
Oh yea bro - Akim is the man!
I'm subscribing and, it's nice to see someone who's not eating alot of bs rice... Thanks for showing me many ways to prepare turkey and veggies 💪💯
Bless his heart 💔 We’ve all
Been on macros that low. Gotta do what you gotta do🤷🏻♀️
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Awesome guy, great video, thanks Muscle & Strength. Dude is a mass monster.
He is indeed - Thank YOU for watching!
Do more like this!!
A lot more coming! We've got some really cool shoots on deck - stay tuned!
Dear Brother your modesty is made me so much emotional , may Almighty Allah guide you and protect you. blessings from Switzerland
I’m watching this as I cut weight for wrestling
Good luck with your season!
I love all these videos by muscle and strength. Great in depth content. Keep them coming. So interesting. Maybe will make it to Netflix one day lol
😎😎😎 - With your guys' support, I have no doubt we'll make it there someday.
Love your videos💯they’re very entertaining🔥👌
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Muscle & Strength The beat though 🔥
He so full on low carb that’s amazing
Great dedication and I love your meals..I really hope you win the arnold classic!
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That poor man😂 that diet looks HARSH, I'm 190lbs and I'm eating 2x his carbs😂
I couldn't do it tbh - Major props to Akim. That's dedication to his craft.
he's 6 weeks out brah. keto works until its time to really suffer, he prob eats more calories overall than you. 1g of fat is 9 cals versus 4 cals per 1g of carbs. pls go
@@dannym3532 To be fair, in the vid he's at 2190 cals. That's pretty low for a guy akim's size (especially to those who don't realize the prep lifestyle) - I think that's all Douglas was saying.
@@muscleandstrength well yeah, he's 6 weeks out lol im sure he's carb cycling anyways to stay that full.
Agreed, he must be so hungry
U come a long way, GOOD LUCK BRO!!!
Didnt that guy train Kai Greene for his first Olympia appearance?
Yep!
They are not on good terms.
@@carpediem6568 what happened?
@@FirstLast-dd9ym Don't know the details, but Oscar said he would never work with Kai again. I think Kai dumped him.
Kai is a head case
Akim has that thick skin. Hard for him to get grainy shredded. I think this Arnold will be his best showing to date though. Him and Oscar are the perfect match.
I couldn't agree more with everything you just said
What I always find interesting in these videos is, that I barley see a pro have any whey or such... even though they get it for free. This makes me believe that maybe whey and stuff isn’t really that good at all
I wouldn't say that. When you're prepping, you want to chew your food. It's more satiating. Protein is protein regardless of the source. During an offseason or something, it becomes a more common part of the diet plan as they're just trying to get cals down.
I was thinking the same thing. No protein shake????
Akim The Dream.. Nicest Guy in The Sport.
So humble
@@muscleandstrength Absolutely. I met Akim at Dumbells Gym in NJ before it went under.
He was doing the stair stepper machine, I recognized him said hello and he had entire conversation with me while he was doing cardio ! Class Act 1000 %
Why did he take his winter coat off to go shopping lmao
Gotta flex for you guys when we release the grocery shopping video
Great video
Thank you! Appreciate your continuous support on our channel!
@@muscleandstrength your videos are fun to watch. And you have great production quality
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3:24 nap time 😂💪💪
Nap time is the best time
love Akim and wish him the best!!
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FINALLY!! Someone adds in a nap time!!!
it's an important part to prep lol
Skipped dinner and thought I would do some vicarious eating. Now I feel even more hungry!!
Eat something good bro
This is actually a Very Heart Healthy way of eating
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Amazing!!!
Jersey!!
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Dude seems to be such a simple guy I don't even have material to write troll comments. Simple and good video
🤣🤣🤣 - He really is an awesome guy. Low key and dedicated to his sport. We're happy to have had the opportunity to work with him. 😎💪🤙
I can't even imagine doing 4 hours of cardio!😮
He's only doing 2 - probably up to 3 leading into the show. Still nuts
Can you guys do a supplement video with him ? Which one he uses during the day
On prep, all he takes is the multi shown. Offseason is a little different and he'd incorporate Dark Matter and Max Whey from MHP.
wtf he is probably on a 2000 calorie deficit
Yea idk his NEAT but it seems like a rought prep
I’m no bodybuilder but I have a great suggestion to an alternative if Akim wants to cut out the fat from his ground Turkey meal. I also get the 93% ground Turkey, but instead of using the sauce that he’s using which is probably packed with fat, I use a hoisin sauce called Lee Kum Kee. Only about a 1.5 g of fat per table spoon, and tastes really good.
I haven't seen Oscar since the Kai Greene documentary!
He'll be in at least one more vid we've got coming I believe
Good stuff as always. Akim seems like a good guy (and obviously a tank haha).
He's both of those things no doubt lol
Watching this while crushing some hot Cheetos. Eh, my prep is over.
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Finally a body builder who is including some genuine veggies in his diet
3:24 LMFAO
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What an humble guy....i would definately like to meet him some day
Buddy watched too much Popeye lol, Spinach/Turkey/Eggs all he eats.
lol - the perfect diet for gainzzzzz
@@muscleandstrength yikes
@@muscleandstrength double yikes.
@@michaelokeefe2084 ?
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Dedication personified.
Now I want to see his cheat meal
LOL - not this time, unfortunately. Maybe next time when he's not so close to a comp.
Finally an IFBB Pro whose diet is relatable to that of mortals. 99.9% of viewers don't have a crazy metabolism that can shove down ice cream, five guys, boxes of cereal, cookies, and diet cokes (ya'll know who this is:)
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no carbs? that are so low calories for him
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Tough prep
Yeah MHP good stuff
Great vid, good to see he took it easy on the chicken & took it out on the turkey
lmao!
Damm this is rough, especially for a guy his size. First few meals I though ah that’s ok I’m sure he will do his carbs later. Then when he didn’t I thought ah ok he’s going to have high fats, but nope 🤭. 2190 calories for a guy that size !! Shit man. But if he comes in the Arnold and nails the condition, that’s all that that matters. I like to hear Daves Palumbos thoughts on this
Absolutely brutal
Palumbo used to prep him he said he would have to starve him because he wouldn’t lose weight
Coach Ardon have been putting that work for years now (Past 2 decades)...Respect 🤛🏾☝🏾
Holy advertising 🙄
Sorry you feel that way
*don't hv money 2 eat like that.. But I m still here watching people eating.. & I feel happy😊😊😊*
I feel ya bro 💪
I want to hear a version with no music, like a documentary. The song going on in the background is distracting from the actual content.
Constructive criticism.
Thank you for the feedback. We probably will keep the music since a lot of other commentors on other vids seem to like our choices. You're feedback is very much appreciated tho. 😎💪🤙
And the carbs?
He eats alot of the same sh!t. How does he keep it up. Respect champ!
The grind is real
What a great lifestyle his happiness is contagious🤣
How is possible ? Big like this and he eat about 2100 calories only ?
It's pretty aggressive and It's only during prep.
HGH, insulin and BBQ sauce
Great Vid! 💪🏾
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2 HOURS OF CARDIO N 1 CARB MEAL!!! DISCIPLINE
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M&S is a fu*king TITAN.
Just tryna be the Vegeta of YT
@@muscleandstrength haha...damn right.
And why do i wanna bet that a GROCERY HAUL w/Williams is on the way.
@@monkvegeta-thepursuerofpea7217 You know it! A lot of Akim coming soon 😎💪🤙. And we've got a lot of other great shoots on deck in the next 4 months that I think you'll love.
@@muscleandstrengthyou think rite bro🤟 pumped for the upcoming content.
Dedication for prep, that's very low carb
Dedication is the best way to describe it 💪
3 hours of cardio is impressive. Respect!
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