Chris Bumstead recently shed light on the fact that confidence is crucial in any field, but especially in fitness. The bodybuilder pointed out the fact that if a person starts being scared of something, it would become harder for them to indulge in their athletic activities with full force and intensity. Bringing up Kobe Bryant as an example, Chris Bumstead went on to explain the situation.

An Achilles tendon rupture is one of the most serious sporting injuries that can lead to several difficulties for a sportsperson. And the American basketball great, Kobe Bryant, had gone through the same. The bodybuilding beast and five-time Mr. Olympia in Classic Physique talked about the same in his latest video.

Chris Bumstead gives an example of Kobe Bryant being skeptical after his injury

CBum reflected on the fact that an athlete cannot have a truly athletic practice when they are not mentally fit for it. He took the example of Kobe Bryant who was not allowed to go on the court because he was being a little hesitant after his injury. Bumstead said, “I heard of like Kobe Bryant when he tore the Achilles. They wouldn’t let him go back in until he would jump off his box.”

The bodybuilder observed how Bryant was in that situation because of his physical and mental unease after the Achilles injury. He stated, “He was like scared to do it like you if you’re scared to do it you’re not going to the court,” establishing the fact that confidence often has a greater role to play in one’s sport.

On April 13, 2013, The Lakers were playing against the Warriors when Kobe Bryant tried his best to push his team forward. However, it is while doing so that the basketball legend went through this life-changing injury.

Kobe Bryant’s Achilles injury

When Bryant was desperate to take the Lakers to a top-eight playoff position, he tore his Achilles Tendon in his left foot. However, before realizing the depth of his injury, Bryant was pretty hesitant to leave the court. Instead, the basketball legend used his two free throws before withdrawing his presence from the court.

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Although the amount of pain felt by Bryant was unimaginable. But, despite the initial issues he had during recovery and concerns about getting back on the court, Bryant returned in the 2013-14 season and ended it with an average of 17.6 points per game.

As Bumstead reminds those engaged in sports, getting through one’s setbacks will take great effort. But with utmost dedication, one can continue their magic after their return to the arena.

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