Lee Labrada - Bodybuilder Profile

Lee Labrada

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Lee Labrada Professional Bodybuilder, Entrepreneur, Fitness Author
Houston, Texas 65 Years

Personal Life

Date of Birth
March 8, 1960
Birthplace
Havana, Cuba
Zodiac sign
Pisces
Nationality
United States
Hometown
Houston, Texas
University
California State University, Fullerton
Educational Qualification
Degree in Civil Engineering
Food Habit
Non-vegetarian

Lee Labrada Physical Stats

Height (approx.)
5'7" (170 cm)
Weight (approx.)
198 lbs (90 kg)
Body Measurements (approx.)
Chest: 50 Inches • Waist: 28 Inches • Biceps: 19 Inches
Eye Colour
Brown
Hair Colour
Black

Lee Labrada Competition History

Debut
1985
Awards, Honours, Achievements
1993
  • • Mr. Olympia (IFBB) – 3rd Runner-Up
  • • Arnold Schwarzenegger Classic (IFBB) – 1st Runner-Up
  • • Ironman Invitational (IFBB) – 1st Runner-Up
1992
  • • Mr. Olympia (IFBB) – 2nd Runner-Up
  • • Pro World Cup (IFBB) – 1st place
1991
  • • Mr. Olympia (IFBB) – 3rd Runner-Up
1990
  • • Mr. Olympia (IFBB) – 1st Runner-Up
1989
  • • Mr. Olympia (IFBB) – 1st Runner-Up
  • • British Grand Prix (IFBB) – 1st place
  • • Netherlands Grand Prix (IFBB) – 1st place
  • • Finnish Grand Prix (IFBB) – 1st place
1988
  • • Mr. Olympia (IFBB) – 3rd Runner-Up
  • • Greek Grand Prix (IFBB) – 1st place
  • • British Grand Prix (IFBB) – 1st place
  • • Spanish Grand Prix (IFBB) – 1st place
1987
  • • IFBB Professional World Championships – 1st Runner-Up
  • • Mr. Olympia (IFBB) – 2nd Runner-Up
1986
  • • IFBB Night of Champions – 1st place
1985
  • • IFBB Mr. Universe – 1st place
  • • NPC World Amateur Championships – 1st place (Pro Card)
1984
  • • NPC USA Bodybuilding Championships – 1st Runner-Up
1983
  • • NPC Texas Bodybuilding Championships – 1st place
1982
  • • NPC Collegiate Texas Championships – 1st place
  • • NPC Jr. Gulf Coast Championships – 1st place
1978
  • • AAU Teenage Mr. Jacksonville – Not Placed (NP)

Relationships & More

Marital Status
Married

Lee Labrada – Training, Workout, Nutrition & Supplements

Training Philosophy


Lee Labrada believes in balance, symmetry, and long-term consistency. His training approach focuses on developing every muscle evenly rather than chasing extreme size. He prioritizes strict form, moderate weights, and controlled repetitions to build a lean, aesthetic physique.

Core principles of his training philosophy include:

  • Train with perfect form and control

  • Focus on symmetry and proportion

  • Moderate weights with higher quality reps

  • Consistency over intensity spikes

  • Combine resistance training with light cardio

Workout Structure


Lee trained six days per week using a three-day split, allowing each muscle group to be trained twice weekly. This structure supported muscle growth while maintaining conditioning.

Weekly Workout Split:

  • Day 1 – Chest and Shoulders

  • Day 2 – Back and Arms

  • Day 3 – Legs and Abs

  • Day 4 – Chest and Shoulders

  • Day 5 – Back and Arms

  • Day 6 – Legs and Abs

  • Day 7 – Rest

He generally trained with 6–8 repetitions per set, focusing on time under tension rather than lifting maximal weights.

Cardio Approach


Lee used cardio as a supportive tool, not a primary fat-loss method. Due to a naturally fast metabolism, he kept cardio moderate and consistent.

Typical cardio routine:

  • 20–30 minutes per session

  • 5 days per week

  • Steady-paced cardio over extreme HIIT

This helped him stay lean without sacrificing muscle mass.

Nutrition Philosophy


Lee Labrada strongly believes that nutrition controls physique quality. His diet approach centers on clean foods, structured meals, and adjusting macros based on energy demands.

Key nutrition principles:

  • Eat frequent, balanced meals

  • Maintain high protein intake

  • Adjust carbohydrates and fats as needed

  • Focus on clean, whole foods

  • Support metabolism through meal timing

Daily Diet Structure


Lee typically consumed six meals per day to support muscle growth and metabolic efficiency.

General diet structure:

  • Lean protein in every meal

  • Complex carbohydrates earlier in the day

  • Vegetables included daily

  • Healthy fats in moderation

  • Carbohydrates adjusted based on training intensity

This approach allowed him to stay lean while maintaining muscle fullness.

Supplement Approach


Lee used supplements to support recovery, muscle maintenance, and workout performance rather than relying on shortcuts.

Commonly used supplements included:

  • Whey Protein

  • BCAAs

  • Glutamine

  • Pre-Workout Formula

  • Fish Oil

His focus remained on nutrition first, with supplements acting as support.

Recovery & Sustainability


Recovery was a major part of Lee Labrada’s long-term success. He believed muscle growth happens outside the gym when the body is properly rested and fueled.

Recovery priorities included:

  • Adequate sleep

  • Proper meal timing

  • Managing training volume

  • Avoiding overtraining

Mindset & Discipline


Lee’s mindset is rooted in discipline, patience, and self-belief. He emphasizes that physical transformation is a result of daily habits, not short-term motivation.

Key mindset lessons:

  • Stay consistent with training and diet

  • Focus on progress, not comparison

  • Build habits that last for years

  • Trust the process

What You Can Learn from Lee Labrada

  • Symmetry matters as much as size

  • Clean nutrition drives physique quality

  • Moderate training done consistently works best

  • Cardio should support muscle, not destroy it

  • Long-term discipline creates lasting results