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Kai Greene Talks TRT, Steroids, and Competing Natural for 15+ Yrs: “Very Proud of That”

'The Predator' took part in a candid interview and urged athletes to compete naturally: "I believe in unenhanced athletic performance."
Doug Murray

Written by Doug Murray

Last Updated onMarch 9, 2023

Kai Greene Competing Natural

Kai Greene (Credit: Instagram YouTube: adam's apple)

Kai Greene stopped competing in 2016 but still pushes himself in the gym with bodybuilding workouts. In an interview with the Adam’s Apple YouTube channel, Greene discussed competing naturally for over 15 years, testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), and his current diet, which ranges from 2,500 to 6,000 calories per day.

In the 1990s and 2000s, Kai Greene made a huge impact on the Men’s Open division. His cartoonish muscle density, massive frame, and posing skills made him a unique threat on stage. While making a name for himself, Greene went toe-to-toe against the world’s best, including Mr. Olympias like Jay Cutler, Dexter Jackson, and the late Shawn Rhoden.

However, perhaps he was most well-known for his intense rivalry and on-stage battles with the seven-time champion, Phil Heath. To this day, Olympia Owner Jake Wood believes they took part in one of the sport’s most significant rivalries.

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Since stepping away from the limelight, Kai Greene has imparted bodybuilding wisdom with rising talents. During contest prep for the 2022 Mr. Olympia, Greene teamed up with Blessing Awodibu for a grueling shoulder workout. With time to spare during the Arnold Sports Weekend, Greene took a closer look at competing naturally, dieting, steroids, and TRT. 

Kai Greene Talks 2,500-6,000-Cal Diet, TRT/Steroids, Advocates for Athletes to Compete Naturally 

In retirement, Kai Greene revealed his diet varies between 2,500 to 6,000 calories daily. 

“Certainly, less today than I had to do – maybe 20 years ago, but it’s still a target that has to be aimed for. It’s particular work that has to be done and the numbers can vary. I can do anywhere between 6,000 calories in a day and sometimes come down to maybe 2,500, depending on where we are in the process of preparation. It just depends.” 

According to Greene, he considers testosterone replacement therapy a steroid. 
 
“Yeah it is [a steroid]. Well, if you’re getting – if you’re getting it for PED, performance-enhancing or you’re buying testosterone for natural male hormone replacement therapy – there’s a number of issues and reasons why people would possibly use those kinds of things.” 
 
“With that said, it is [a steroid] to my knowledge. But there are plenty of supplements designed to boost your own natural testosterone production,” said Kai Greene. 
During the video, Greene mentioned that sensitive discussions and material might not be suitable for certain audiences.

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“Well, you know what, one of the things that’s really interesting to me. A lot of times when you’re being interviewed, you’re being interviewed and there’s a lot of people that are tuning in and not everybody that’s tuning in is actually the appropriate profile to get all these intricate questions answered and the ins and outs revealed.” 
Greene would like to use his ‘platform’ responsibly and encourages athletes to reach their natural athletic peaks. Before the interview ended, Greene shared that he competed naturally for over 15 years as an athlete. 
“What I will say, one, being responsible to the use of my platform, I believe in unenhanced athletic performance. I believe there’s a lot of children getting involved in the sport newly.” 
 
“It’s important to be able to find out what you can do and be willing to go as far as you can and beyond that – from an unenhanced perspective – being natural. I competed for more than 15 years as an unenhanced natural athlete, very, very, very proud of that.” 
Even though he no longer competes professionally, Kai Greene routinely tests his strength and endurance in training sessions. Greene crushed Jefferson squats recently and highlighted why they are essential for lower body development. Kai specified that the workout is best for simultaneously targeting the glutes, hamstrings, and quads. 
 
Greene would like to see athletes maximize their potential naturally. While some experts maintain that drugs are a necessity in bodybuilding, Kai Greene strongly supports “unenhanced athletic performance.” 

Watch the full video below: 

RELATED: Kai Greene Shows Off His Physique With Recent Posing Video

Published: 9 March, 2023 | 11:33 PM EDT

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