Filipino athletes forge new paths in natural bodybuilding

Filipino bodybuilders, Ricky Solomon and John Baguio gear up to represent the Philippines on the international stage advocating for the promotion of natural bodybuilding as a means of fostering healthy competition and longevity among athletes.

Ricky Solomon and John Baguio are sculpting their physiques and honing their skills without the aid of artificial enhancements. Photo by: Visual Lab Productions/ ICN

Key Points

• In a journey of personal transformation, Sydney-based business owner Ricky Solomon has found solace, purpose, and renewed vitality through his participation in natural bodybuilding contests.
• With rigorous training regimens and clean eating habits, athletes Ricky Solomon and John Baguio are honing their physiques without the aid of artificial enhancements, relying solely on their natural abilities to excel.
• They are preparing to represent the Philippines in the I Compete Natural (ICN) Universe and ICN Asian Natural Championships, scheduled to take place in Seoul, South Korea with co-athlete Arjie Dela Cruz on June 15-16.

As the head of ICN Philippines, Ricky Solomon believes that Filipino athletes possess immense potential, and by entering international natural bodybuilding competitions, they are opening doors for them to excel and make their mark on the global stage.