Frequently Asked Questions

Zyzz (Aziz Shavershian) passed away on August 5, 2011, from a hereditary heart condition while on vacation in Thailand. The official cause of death was determined to be a pulmonary embolism.

Zyzz, born Aziz Shavershian, was an Australian bodybuilder and internet personality of Russian descent who became a fitness icon and inspired millions with his physique and philosophy.

Zyzz was 5'10" (178 cm) tall and weighed approximately 85-90 kg in contest shape.

Zyzz was the online persona of Aziz Shavershian, an Australian bodybuilder who gained massive popularity through social media and bodybuilding forums for his incredible physique transformation and charismatic personality.

Zyzz was born in Moscow, Russia, but moved to Sydney, Australia with his family when he was a child. He grew up and lived most of his life in Australia.

Zyzz died on August 5, 2011, at the age of 22 while vacationing in Thailand.

Zyzz was from Sydney, Australia, though he was originally born in Moscow, Russia. He considered himself Australian and lived there most of his life.

The iconic Zyzz pose was popularized by Zyzz himself through his social media posts and videos. While similar poses existed in bodybuilding, he made it his signature stance.

While Zyzz didn't invent the specific bodybuilding pose, he certainly made it famous and associated it with his brand. The pose became synonymous with his name and legacy in the fitness community.

Zyzz followed a typical bodybuilding diet high in protein with controlled carbohydrates. His diet included lean meats, complex carbs, vegetables, and supplements. He emphasized consistency in both training and nutrition.