Strongman Eddie Hall has achieved a remarkable weight loss of 45kg (nearly 100 lbs) in preparation for his professional mixed martial arts debut.
Hall, the World`s Strongest Man from 2017, is scheduled to fight five-time strongman champion Mariusz Pudzianowski at KSW 105 in Poland tonight.
His transformation involved abandoning his extreme 12,000-calorie-a-day diet, shifting focus to become a leaner, more agile fighter for the octagon.
At his peak as a strongman, the British athlete from Staffordshire weighed approximately 195kg (around 430 lbs or 31 stone).
However, during the official weigh-in against Pudzianowski last night, Hall registered a weight of 150kg (around 330 lbs or 23 stone, eight pounds).
This significant 45kg (seven stone) reduction marks a dramatic change from his heaviest state.
Meanwhile, his opponent Pudzianowski weighed 120kg (19 stone) for their upcoming bout.
Hall attributes this weight loss to a strict dietary regimen, beginning his training camp around 170kg (26 stone).
Speaking to Bloody Elbow, the 37-year-old revealed he adopted a carnivore diet for this fight camp, consuming only meat, eggs, and dairy.
He stated that this diet was effective, helping him preserve muscle mass while shedding body fat.
Hall reported experiencing greatly increased energy levels and endurance on this diet.
He noted that he didn`t limit the amount he ate, consuming freely within the allowed food groups.
Hall feels good about his preparation, emphasizing that his training prioritizes fitness and conditioning over simply managing weight.
He specifically focused on his ability to complete four-minute rounds and recover within the 90-second break, confirming he is currently capable.
Hall stated he has no plans for further significant weight loss, confident in his current cardio fitness level.
Despite the impressive transformation, Hall playfully exaggerated his former size at the weigh-in, protruding his stomach towards the 48-year-old Pudzianowski, who had previously doubted Hall`s fitness for MMA.
Hall`s peak daily intake of 12,000 calories was reduced to 10,000 after he retired from strongman competitions.
He previously shared with SunSport that medical professionals urged him to change his diet due to serious health risks linked to his extreme weight, such as potential heart attack, stroke, and kidney/liver failure.
Elton Marrow