Wesley Vissers Biography

"Life Story and Accomplishments of Wesley Vissers."

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Wesley Vissers is a famous Dutch bodybuilder hailing from the Netherlands. With a devotion to strength and muscle from a young age, Wesley began working out in his teenage years and quickly fell in love with the pump and burn of weightlifting. 

Wesley Vissers got 8th place at the Olympia 2022 against Chris Bumstead, Ramon Rocha Queiroz, Urs Kalecinski, Breon Ansley, Mike Sommerfeld, Terrence Ruffin, and Fabian Mayr.

Wesley Vissers Early Life

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Wesley Vissers was born on May 06, 1993, in the Dutch city of Oosterhout. Growing up, Wesley was always fascinated by strength and athleticism, and he spent much of his free time playing sports and staying active. His interest in weightlifting was sparked at age 14 when he began accompanying his father to the gym.

Despite his young age, Wesley was immediately drawn to the pump and burn of weightlifting, and he began focusing on building strength and muscle. He soon became a regular at the gym, working tirelessly to perfect his form and technique.

After completing high school, Wesley enrolled in the Nutrition & Dietetics program at HAN University of Applied Sciences. At university, he continued pursuing his passion for bodybuilding and began competing in local shows.

Through hard work, dedication, and a commitment to his craft, Wesley began to build an impressive physique that caught the attention of bodybuilding fans and competitors alike. 

He quickly gained a reputation as one of the top young bodybuilders in the Netherlands and beyond, setting his sights on even greater achievements in the years to come.

Wesley Vissers Bodybuilding Career

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Wesley Vissers’ bodybuilding career began at age 20 with his first competition, the 2013 Flexcup, where he won first place in the junior division. 

He went on to take first place in the open division of the same show the following year, as well as first place in the junior division of the 2014 Juliette Bergmann Grand Prix.

After a two-year break from competitions, Vissers returned to the stage in 2016 to compete in the European Arnold Classic, where he placed fifth overall in the junior division. 

He then took first place overall in the junior division, second in the super heavyweight division of the 2016 Juliette Bergmann Grand Prix, and first in the open division of the 2017 Juliette Bergmann Grand Prix.

In 2017, Vissers earned his IFBB pro card by winning first place in the classic division of the Royal London Pro qualifier. The following year, he traveled to the United States to compete in his first IFBB professional competition, the 2018 Chicago Pro, where he won first place in the classic division and was invited to the 2018 Mr. Olympia competition.

At the 2018 Mr. Olympia, Vissers ranked 16th among 26 competitors, including top classic physique athletes like Breon Ansley and Chris Bumstead

He then competed in the 2019 Arnold Classic, placing outside the top 6 in the classic physique division. However, he won the 2019 IFBB Romania Pro later that year, securing his qualification for the 2020 Mr. Olympia.

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Vissers won the 2021 IFBB Poland Pro and the 2022 IFBB France Pro, establishing himself as an elite-level performer in the Men’s Classic Physique. 

He placed 3rd at the Arnold Classic UK Pro 2022 and 8th at the Olympia 2022 in the Men’s Classic Physique.

Wesley Vissers Contest History 

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  • 2022, Olympia, Men’s Classic Physique, 8th
  • 2022, Yamamoto Pro Cup France, Men’s Classic Physique, 1st
  • 2022, Arnold Classic UK Pro, Men’s Classic Physique, 3rd
  • 2021, Olympia Pro, Men’s Classic Physique, 11th
  • 2021, Battle of Champions Pro, Men’s Classic Physique, 1st
  • 2021, Mr. Big Evolution Portugal Pro, Men’s Classic Physique, 3rd
  • 2020, Olympia, Men’s Classic Physique, 11th
  • 2019, Romania Pro, Men’s Classic Physique, 1st
  • 2019, Arnold Classic, USA (PRO), Men’s Classic Physique, 10th
  • 2018, Chicago Pro Wings of Strength, Men’s Classic Physique, 1st
  • 2016, Arnold Classic Europe (Amateur), Men’s Bodybuilding – Juniors, 5th
  • 2016, Arnold Classic Europe (Amateur), Men’s Bodybuilding – over 100 kg, 14th

Wesley Vissers Body Measurement

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Wesley Vissers Height6 Feet and 2 Inches
Wesley Vissers Weight100 to 105 KG
Wesley Vissers Date of BirthMay 06, 1993
Wesley Vissers Age29 Years
Wesley Vissers Arm Size18 Inches
Wesley Vissers Chest Size47.5 Inches
Wesley Vissers Waist Size32 Inches
Wesley Vissers ReligionChristian
Wesley Vissers NationalityDutch

Wesley Vissers Girlfriend 

Wesley Vissers was in a committed relationship with Marly Nooijen, a former judoka who owns 100% FitGym, the gym where Vissers has been training since 2017 to achieve his bodybuilding goals. 

The gym is situated in Best, Netherlands, and is utilized for coaching and posing sessions for other enthusiastic bodybuilders.

Wesley Vissers Wife 

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Vissers and his wife, Marly Nooijen, share a beautiful family with two children, a son named Dexter and a daughter named Lara. 

Their relationship is strong and supportive, with Nooijen playing a crucial role in Vissers’ successful bodybuilding journey.

Wesley Vissers Workout Plan 

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 Wesley Vissers follows a variation of the ‘bro’ split, which involves training each muscle group once a week. He focuses on leg, shoulder, back and bicep, and chest and tricep exercises over a 4-day split. 

He aims to perform 3 sets of 10 reps for each exercise, with the last set consisting of 6 reps using a more challenging weight to prevent muscle plateauing.

Leg Day 

On leg day, Vissers warms up with 4 sets before performing lying leg curls, leg extensions, ATX belt squats, leg presses, and calf presses.

Shoulders Day 

For shoulders, he performs side dumbbell lateral raises, incline side dumbbell lateral raises, wide-grip upright rows, rear delt dumbbell flyes, rope attachment face-pulls, reverse pec decks, cable front raises, and shoulder press machine exercises.

Bicep and Back Day 

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On the back and bicep day, he does assist pull-ups, shoulder-width chest-supported cable rows, wide-grip T-bar rows, cable pullovers, reverse pec decks and close-grip preacher curls.

Tricep and Chest Day 

On chest and tricep day, he warms up with 4 sets before doing 25° incline Smith bench presses, chest presses, incline cable flyes, side lateral dumbbell raises, rope tricep pushdowns, and close-grip Smith bench presses.

Wesley Vissers Diet Plan 

MealFoodsCalories
1stCream of rice – 150g, Blueberries – 150g, 85% Dark chocolate, Authentic Whey ISO – 60g, Water – 43 ml938 kcal
2nd (pre-workout)Oatmeal – 150g, Authentic Whey ISO – 60g814 kcal
3rd (post-workout)Cream of rice – 160g, Authentic Whey ISO – 60g, One banana, 85% dark chocolate1052 kcal
4thGolden rice – 150g, Barbequed vegetables, Barbequed chicken, Olive oil914 kcal
5thSkimmed french cottage cheese – 300g, Authentic Whey – 30g, Chocolate granola, Dark chocolate – 25g, Blueberries – 125g695 kcal
6thWhey Concentrate – 65g, Whole natural peanut butter – 40g477 kcal

Wesley Vissers Net Worth

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Wesley Vissers’ net worth is estimated to be around 5 million dollars. The Dutch bodybuilder has made his wealth through various sources in fitness and bodybuilding.

Vissers started his career as a personal trainer, helping clients achieve their fitness goals. 

He also competed in several bodybuilding competitions, winning titles such as the Arnold Classic Europe Men’s Physique in 2015 and the Arnold Classic Africa Classic Physique in 2019. 

These wins earned him prize money and sponsorships, contributing to his net worth.

FAQs

How Tall is Wesley Vissers?

Wesley Vissers is 6 feet and 2 inches tall.

How Old is Wesley Vissers?

Wesley Vissers is 29 years old.

How Rich is Wesley Vissers?

Wesley Vissers’ net worth is estimated to be around 5 million dollars. The Dutch bodybuilder has made his wealth through various sources in fitness and bodybuilding.

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Maqsood Ali is a freelance writer, proofreader, English tutor, editor, and content strategist. He has over 06 years of experience, specializing in health, fitness, nutrition, and lifestyle content. Before becoming a freelancer, Maqsood held part-time staff positions at various companies and agencies, including Faizi Homeopathic clinic. Maqsood became heavily involved in CrossFit and fitness after finishing his Master's degree in English at the University of Okara. You can find his work at Tikkaykhan, GetSixpackab, and other fitness and nutrition companies and media outlets.
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