CM Punk’s trainer denies steroid allegations

Jay Ferruggia, the trainer for professional wrestler CM Punk, has publicly denied allegations that Punk is using performance-enhancing drugs. The speculation arose following online discussions regarding Punk’s physical transformation and increased muscle mass.

Ferruggia stated that Punk’s physique is the result of extreme dedication to a strict fitness and nutrition regimen. He noted that Punk meticulously tracks his macros, weight, and meals, even traveling with equipment like rice cookers and scales to maintain his diet. Ferruggia emphasized that Punk’s leaner appearance makes him look larger and attributed some visual discrepancies to lighting and AI-generated images.

Ferruggia, who has worked in the fitness industry for 30 years, described Punk as one of the most dedicated clients he has ever managed, stating that the athlete follows every instruction regarding training, sleep, and supplementation.