Andrew Jacked
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Andrew Jacked | |
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| Born | 1985 (age 38–39) |
| Occupation | Bodybuilder |
| Height | 187 cm (6 ft 2 in) |
Chinedu Andrew Obiekea (born 1985), better known as Andrew Jacked, is a Nigerian IFBB Pro League professional bodybuilder and fitness influencer residing in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Early life and amateur career
[edit]Andrew "Jacked" Obiekea was born in Kaduna, Nigeria, in 1985, where he completed his education in Engineering, before working in various fields as an electrical engineer and military officer before switching to sport, first as a kickboxer. He moved to Dubai, where he continued to train at Binous Gym.[1]
In 2019, Obiekea was the training partner of American fitness influencer and powerlifter Larry "Wheels" Williams. Obiekea competed in the inaugural EBBF Ajmaan Bodybuilding and Physique Contest in the UAE, where he placed first in the competition, winning his IFBB Elite Pro card.[2]
Professional career
[edit]Obiekea won another IFBB Elite Pro League (IFBB) show one week later. He switched to the IFBB Pro League and participated in the 2022 Arnold Classic Amateur. Another win at the show earned him the IFBB Pro card.[3]
On August 14, 2022, Andrew Jacked competed in and won the Texas Pro bodybuilding competition.[4] He placed eighth in the Men's Open division.[4] He also won the 2023 Texas Pro in Arlington, Texas. Obiekea trained with powerlifter Larry Williams.[4]
Profile
[edit]He is 6'2" tall and weights 290 lbs in weight.[5] Obiekea credits his relatively small waistline to dietary restrictions and food intolerances that limit him to about four meals and a shake per day.[6]
Personal life
[edit]Andrew Jacked currently resides in Dubai, training at Binous Gym. Obiekea has garnered followers on YouTube, Instagram and TikTok.[2] As of 2023, he resides in the Los Angeles area in the offseason, training with Chris Lewis, former trainer to Shawn Rhoden, in Redondo Beach, California.[6]
Obiekea is currently in a relationship with Tehereh Soltani, whom he met while residing in Dubai.[4]
Competition history
[edit]- 2021 EBBF Ajman Bodybuilding and Physique Contest – 1st (earned the IFBB Elite Pro Card)
- IFBB Elite Pro League Show – 1st
- 2022 Arnold Classic Amateur – 1st (earned the IFBB Pro Card)
- 2022 Texas Pro – 1st (2022 Olympia Qualifier)
- 2022 Arnold Classic UK – 1st
- 2022 Mr. Olympia – 8th
- 2023 Arnold Classic – 3rd
- 2023 Texas Pro – 1st (2023 Olympia Qualifier)
- 2023 Mr. Olympia – 5th
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Andrew Jacked Takeover! – IronMag Bodybuilding & Fitness Blog".
- ^ a b "Andrew Jacked - Complete Profile: Height, Workout and Diet". January 27, 2023.
- ^ "Andrew Jacked the Genetic Wonder!". www.magzter.com.
- ^ a b c d Team, G. I. (January 10, 2023). "Andrew Jacked | Profile | Bio | Stats".
- ^ "Cedric McMillan – Complete Profile: Height, Weight, Biography". June 26, 2020.
- ^ a b Lockridge, Roger (January 20, 2023). "Andrew Jacked Changes Trainer and Nutritionist for 2023 Arnold Classic".