VITAL STATS Name: Christopher Mitchell E-mail: chris@muscularchris.com Age: 29 Where: Orlando, Florida Height: 5'6" Weight: 160 Lbs Years Bodybuilding: 12 Favorite Bodypart: Arms Favorite Exercise: Elevated push-ups Favorite Supplements: Tahitian Noni Juice, Noni Protein Drink, and HIRO Energy.

How Did You Get Started?

I started working out in February of 1996 in order to get bigger and stronger for High School baseball. My body changed so quickly that people started asking me if I competed as a bodybuilder. I didn't at the time, but started reading every bodybuilding book and magazine there was and then fell in love with bodybuilding. I ended up retiring from baseball and began bodybuilding 100%.

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Christopher Mitchell.

What Workout Plan Worked Best For You?

Over the last 12 years if I had to choose just one workout routine that worked best, I would have to say that the 20 rep squat routine was an absolute killer. I would train just three days per week, only doing the basic compound movements.

Monday: Chest, Shoulders & Triceps
• Dips 5x 15, 12, 10, 8, 6
• Incline Barbell Press 5x 15, 12, 10, 8, 6
• Dumbbell Press 5x 15, 12, 10, 8, 6
• Skull Crushers 5, 15, 12, 10, 8, 6

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Wednesday: Quads, Hams & Calves
• Barbell Squats 4x 15, 10, 5, 20
• Leg Curls 4x 20, 15, 10, 6
• Standing Calf Raises 2x 20
• Seated Calf Raises 2x 20

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Friday: Back, Biceps, Forearms & Traps
• Deadlifts 5x 15, 12, 10, 8, 4-6
• Pull-ups 5x failure
• Barbell Rows 3x 12, 10, 6
• Barbell Curls 3x 12, 10, 6
• Incline Dumbbell Curls 3x 12, 10, 6
• Barbell Shrugs 2x 10-20
• Hold a heavy barbell or dumbbells wrapped in a towel and hold until your grip gives out. (This is great for strengthening the grip and building the forearms.)

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What Nutrition Plan Has Worked Best For You?

Here is the nutrition plan that works great for me that I am following now. It gives me energy, helps me burn body fat, and increases my strength all at the same time:

Meal 1:
• 6 oz of steak
• 1/2 cup of oatmeal
• 2 whole eggs + 4 egg whites

Meals 2:

• 6 scoops of Tahitian Noni Protein Drink
• 30 oz of water

Meal 3:

• 8-12 oz of steak, chicken, or turkey
• 1 sweet potato or 1/2 cup of oatmeal
• 2 cups of green veggies

Meals 4:

• 6 scoops of Tahitian Noni Protein Drink
• 30 oz of water

Meal 5:

• 2 cans of tuna
• 1 slice of celery
• 2 hard boiled eggs
• 1/4 cup of relish
• 1/4 cup of mayo

Meals 6:

• 6 scoops of Tahitian Noni Protein Drink
• 30 oz of water

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Christopher Mitchell.

What Supplements Have Given You The Greatest Gains?

• HIRO Energy
• Tahitian Noni Juice
• Tahitian Noni Protein Drink

Why Do You Love Bodybuilding?

I love bodybuilding because it helps me relieve stress, teaches me to set goals, improves my self confidence, increases my energy, keeps me looking/feeling young, prevents colds, flu's, and diseases, and allows me to be a positive role model for others by living a healthy lifestyle.

What Are Your Future Bodybuilding Plans?

I have graced the covers of many bodybuilding magazines, catalogs, and postcards in the past, so, my future goals are to continue working out and living a healthy lifestyle and sharing my passion with others about the benefits of what bodybuilding can do for them.

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Christopher Mitchell.

What One Tip Would You Give Other Bodybuilders?

The one tip I would like to give other bodybuilders is to stay away from Steroids, Growth Hormone, and Insulin. Bodybuilding is a healthy addition to a person's life. However, steroids are not healthy by any means whatsoever.

They are illegal, have numerous side effects, change your attitude completely, and don't allow you to become who you truly can become by training naturally. Believe in yourself, train hard, set goals, and never give up. You can build some serious strength and size without drugs. I've proven that.

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Christopher Mitchell.

Who Are Your Favorite Bodybuilders?

My favorite bodybuilders of all time are drug free champions Chris Faildo, Skip La Cour, and my brother Andrew Mitchell. Not only are they amazing bodybuilders, but, they are also world class human beings with a passion of helping others.

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