Andrea Presti — Profile, Stats & Career

Andrea Presti is an Italian professional bodybuilder, originally from the Valle Camonica region (Brescia).
He started his athletic life with judo — a path early in life — before switching to bodybuilding around age 25. 
Over the years, Presti climbed through national and international amateur contests, earned his pro card in 2017, and has since competed among the elite in the global bodybuilding circuit.

Physique & Stats (Approximate / Reported)

• Height: Reported around ~ 5 ft 10-11 in (≈ 178-180 cm) — standard for many Open-class bodybuilders (though exact documented height not widely published).

• Competition / Off-season Weight & Condition: His physique shows the mass and density typical for Open-class pros; exact official competition weight varies per contest and prep phases.

• Because publicly verified detailed measurements (chest, waist, arms, etc.) are not reliably published, I avoid quoting uncertain data here to prevent misinformation.

Career Highlights & Achievements

From Amateur to Pro

• Andrea Presti began competing in amateur bodybuilding after transitioning from judo. His early contests (2015 onward) brought success that led to stronger ambitions.

• In 2017, he secured his Pro Card (after winning at contests — e.g. Diamond Cup Malta, Arnold Classic USA in the amateur/qualifier circuit) and officially became an IFBB Pro.

• In 2021, Presti won Portugal Pro (Estoril), which earned him a qualification to Mr. Olympia — the first Italian in decades to reach Olympia’s Open category.

• He repeated qualification by winning again in 2022, reflecting consistency and serious dedication.

• In 2025, he won the Everest Muscle Stars Poland Pro in Warsaw, securing qualification for Olympia 2026 once more.

Recent Competitions & Standing

• 2023: 2nd place at EmPro Classic Alicante (Open) — one of Europe’s notable pro shows.

• His ongoing activity shows he remains among the top Italian — and global — bodybuilders representing Italy on the international pro stage.

Training, Diet & Bodybuilding Philosophy

• Presti has publicly shared that during “mass phases (bulk)” his caloric intake may reach 6,500 kcal/day, while during “cut / prep” phases he drops to about 2,500 kcal/day — demonstrating the intense dietary discipline required at the pro level.

• His training and nutrition reflect a modern pro-bodybuilder’s regimen: high volume, structured meals, and fine-tuned macro management, aimed at maximizing muscle mass while maintaining conditioning and symmetry.

• As a promoter of bodybuilding culture in Italy, he also leads Team Presti, a coaching and training enterprise — suggesting he’s invested not just in his own career but also in guiding others.

Why Andrea Presti Matters — His Role & Legacy

• He re-introduced Italy to the global bodybuilding spotlight: first Italian in decades to qualify for Olympia’s Open class.

• His journey—from martial arts roots to pro bodybuilding — exemplifies athletic adaptability, discipline, and passion for fitness.

• Through his social media presence and coaching business, he influences younger generation of Italian bodybuilding aspirants — blending training, diet, and professional exposure for growing talent.

• With recent wins and continual Olympia qualifications, Presti is positioned to remain a key player in international bodybuilding for coming years.