Eduardo Correa

IFBB Professional Bodybuilder

Early Life and Childhood

Born in Florianópolis, Brazil, Eduardo Corrêa da Silva was very active as a child. He spent his youth playing sports with friends, enjoying every moment.

As a teenager, he joined a football team and proved to be one of the best players. Although skilled, he felt his performance could improve, so he started training at a local gym to increase strength.

This gradually shifted his passion from sports to bodybuilding. He later began powerlifting and won his first competition at 19, marking the start of his successful bodybuilding career.

Biography

Childhood and Teens

Eduardo grew up in Florianópolis with his parents and younger brother Bruno. From early on, he loved sports and played football daily, often coming home bruised from all the activity.

In high school, he joined a prominent football team in southern Brazil. Realizing his physical condition needed improvement, he joined a gym, gradually discovering a love for powerlifting and bodybuilding.

First Competitions

Eduardo competed for the first time at 19 in a State championship and won 1st place. Soon after, he won both the NABBA Mr. Universe and Brazilian national competitions, launching his career as a bodybuilder.

Pro Card and Career Highlights

After winning the 2006 IFBB South American Championship and 2004 Excalibur competition, Eduardo placed 2nd in the 2006 IFBB World Championship, narrowly missing a Pro Card.

In 2007, he won the IFBB World Championship, earning his IFBB Pro status. Subsequent victories included the 2008 Arnold Classic Amateur and MD Cyber Classic. He then qualified for the 2009 Olympia, winning the Pittsburgh Pro and later placing 3rd at the Olympia.

Life Outside Bodybuilding

Outside the gym, Eduardo spends time with family, engages with fans on social media, and manages his business ventures.

Training Philosophy

Eduardo emphasizes training each muscle from multiple angles. For example, he performs six different exercises for his back alone to fully stimulate growth.

He frequently changes his workout routines to “shock the body” and maximize muscle development.

Chest Workout

His chest training focuses on maximizing contraction while minimizing shoulder and tricep involvement. Exercises include:

Hammer Strength Incline Press
Machine Flys
Cable Crossovers
Weighted Dips

Workout Split

Day 1: Legs
Day 2: Chest, Shoulders
Day 3: Back, Triceps
Day 4: Legs
Day 5: Chest, Shoulders
Day 6: Biceps, Triceps
Day 7: Rest

Nutrition

Eduardo is strict with his diet, especially during competition prep. In the off-season, he allows a cheat meal but maintains overall discipline.

He eats six meals per day, including:

Lean proteins: egg whites, chicken, turkey, meat, fish
Carbs: potatoes, rice, oats, fruits
Fats: avocado, nuts, olive and flaxseed oils

Supplementation

Eduardo uses supplements that aid lean muscle growth and recovery, including whey protein, creatine, BCAAs, and L-Carnitine.

Idols and Influences

Eduardo cites Arnold Schwarzenegger as his main idol, admiring his success in bodybuilding, film, business, and politics.

Lessons from Eduardo Correa

Eduardo demonstrates the importance of work ethic, consistency, and focus. His journey teaches us that dedication to training and nutrition can help anyone achieve their ideal physique.