“Little Hercules” – ’90s Strongest Child: What Has Happened to Him Since?

The Wrong Turn

Richard’s fortune and fame were short-lived when his father, Pavel, was arrested for domestic violence. This left Richard demotivated and uninterested in going to the gym. Lena was left to take care of their son alone and support his goals, placing a lot of pressure on her.

To help Richard regain his focus, Lena adopted a less intense approach to his training. However, this resulted in Richard’s decline, and health professionals became concerned when they noticed his body fat percentage was as low as 1 percent, which put him in danger of health problems. It also highlighted the importance of balancing fame and fortune with good health and relationships.

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