Tonio Burton
Tonio Burton
Podcast Mentions
Episodes featuring Tonio Burton.
CAN MARTIN WIN OLYMPIA? Stefan on Martin confirming OLYMPIA!
CAN MARTIN WIN OLYMPIA? Stefan on Martin confirming OLYMPIA!
SAMSON GUEST POSING | PHIL COMMENTS | TONIO SETS THE RECORD | RBP News
SAMSON GUEST POSING | PHIL COMMENTS | TONIO SETS THE RECORD | RBP News
Tonio Burton on Winning New York Pro Following Personal Tragedy and Pursuing the 2026 Olympia Top Six
Two-time New York Pro champion Tonio Burton joined the program to discuss his recent competitive run and his mental process following the loss of his mother earlier this year. Burton revealed that during the period of her hospitalization, he had mentally walked away from bodybuilding, nearly missing the Arnold Classic and considering retirement. A conversation with his pastor and the desire to win a second New York Pro ring for his children motivated his return to the stage. He ultimately secured that victory in a emotional showing that highlighted his ability to maintain razor-sharp conditioning under extreme duress. Following a second-place finish to Krizo at the Pittsburgh Pro, Burton analyzed the decision with a focus on size versus conditioning. He acknowledged that while Krizo brought superior mass and improved posing, he and his coach identified that pushing for unnecessary fullness cost him the signature sharpness seen in New York. Looking ahead to the Olympia, Burton is confident that his proportions and density allow him to battle much larger athletes. He cited current Olympia champion Derek Lunsford as a blueprint for a shorter athlete who uses posing and execution to overcome giants like Samson Dauda and Andrew Jacked. Burton also addressed the controversy surrounding his entry into the Legion Sports Fest while already being Olympia qualified. He rejected the notion that he is stealing a qualification from another athlete, arguing that the Olympia is the "Super Bowl of bodybuilding" and that athletes who cannot beat top contenders at regional shows are not yet ready for the world stage. For Burton, the Legion show is a hometown event in Reno, allowing his local fans and family to see an Olympian-caliber physique in person. With eyes set on Las Vegas, Burton confirmed his target is the top six. He anticipates a major shift in the rankings, suggesting that athletes like Martin Fitzwater may have a target on their backs as he climbs the ranks. His long-term goal remains claiming the Olympia title within the next three years, a feat he believes is achievable if he continues adding mature muscle at his current rate without sacrificing his small waist and grainy texture.
MARTIN CONFIRMS OLYMPIA / TONIO WARNS MARTIN / FOUAD REHAB UPDATE / RBP News
MARTIN CONFIRMS OLYMPIA / TONIO WARNS MARTIN / FOUAD REHAB UPDATE / RBP News
"HE CAN WIN THE F***ING SHOW"
"HE CAN WIN THE F***ING SHOW"
NICK WALKER EXPLAINS COACHING CHOICE | ARNOLD BIGGER THAN OLYMPIA? | TONIO, KRIZO UPDATES | RBP News
NICK WALKER EXPLAINS COACHING CHOICE | ARNOLD BIGGER THAN OLYMPIA? | TONIO, KRIZO UPDATES | RBP News 0:00 Intro 1:00 Why is Nick not working with Guy? 3:30 Will Quinton finally win? 7:30 Tonio confirms Arnold Classic 9:00 Arnold vs Olympia 13:00 Krizo vs Martin? 15:00 Toitane - Natty superstar in the making 17:00 Ashley hitting 100 shows 19:00 Dino’s wife to compete?
BEHROUZ VISA UPDATE / IAIN LEAVE RAW / BTSTV APOLOGY RBP News
BEHROUZ VISA UPDATE / IAIN LEAVE RAW / BTSTV APOLOGY RBP News
Show History
Competition results will appear here as shows are covered.