Bodybuilder Jaydon Goddard competed in one of most prestigious professional competitions in Pittsburgh last weekend.

Goddard competed for the first time as a professional in the men's physique category at the IFBB Pittsburgh Pro after gaining his pro card in October 2023 at the Amateur Olympia in Orlando.

Goddard, 25, posed alongside 18 of the most elite competitors in the sport and was pleased to gain valuable experience.

“I went into this competition not expecting a win, but I wanted to gain the experience and exposure of competing as a professional athlete,” Goddard said.

“I received useful feedback from judges and more established competitors, and I am looking forward to making improvements in my physique and presentation for my next competition.”

Goddard, who trains under coach Muhsin Nasir out of Beast Gym most days, and is grateful to his team and his sponsors.

“My coach continued to remind me that everyone on the stage had to be the best in their respective categories at some point to get there,” Goddard said.

“I am grateful for his guidance and my other sponsors including Beast Gym, Balance Bermuda, the Government of Bermuda, Bermuda Cupcake Company & Snowball Shack, The Spot Restaurant, and Candi Cre8ions. I’d also like to thank my family and friends for their continual support through my journey.”