VITAL STATS Name: David Barrie Age: 46 Where: Tucson, Arizona Height: 5' 10" Weight: 210 Lbs., Contest: 190 Lbs. Years Bodybuilding: 20 Favorite Bodypart: Abs Favorite Exercise: Squats Favorite Supplements: Dymatize Products Dyma-Lean, ISO 100 & Animal Pak

How Did You Get Started?

It was July '07 as I boarded a plane, I told myself this is it! As I sat there in the small airline seat in my tight fitting suit coat. I told myself changes needed to be made; I was an athlete all my life, now I was a middle-aged business man sitting on this plane feeling old and fat! When I made a sale I ate to celebrate, when I was unhappy, h-ll I think I will have some cake. I had realized, I was an emotional eater.

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I had always planned my work day, I knew what customers I would be visiting, and I had a business plan. My diet & fitness program had no structure or organization. I would go to the gym and "wing it," with no goal or purpose. I had heard of Body for Life and I bought the book. I followed the program exactly as outlined and in 84 days I lost 34 lbs of fat, and put on increased muscle. My strength and fitness level skyrocketed... I was hooked! My body went thru an amazing transformation.

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The program calls for three weight training sessions per week, alternating with three cardiovascular workouts. I performed compound movements, and tried to push the intensity and outdo the previous workout. The cardio session called for interval training, striving to obtain a person best every workout. If followed correctly the program is very effective and you will transform your body. Now, I had finished Body for Life, I was at 46 years old in the best shape of my life!

It was now October '07 and after seeing the changes in body & mental outlook, I knew the Arizona Copper Classic Bodybuilding Championships was a show I wanted to do. The show was held every year in March. I told myself, "You can do this contest." It's not that far off and gave me a strong desire to continue to train and eat clean. I entered the show and placed third in the 40-49 division. I had a great time and made some new friends.

What Workout Plan Worked Best For You?

Beginning October '07 - I begin training one body part per day, followed by abs (I do abs everyday) and 30 minutes of walking on a treadmill at an incline.

Sample Training Routine:

Monday: Legs
Squat 5x 20
Leg Press 4x 20-30
Leg Curls 3 x 25
Leg Extensions 3x 25
Seated calf raises 4 x 15-25
Standing Calf raises 4 x 15-25
Cardio 30 minutes

Tuesday: Back
Pullups 4x 8-10
Close Grip Pulldowns 4 x 12-15
Bent over rows 3 x 12-15
Hyperextensions 3x 20-25
Cardio 30 minutes

Wednesday: Chest
DB Press 4x 12-20
Barbell Incline Press 4 x 12-15
Dips 3 x failure (bodyweight)
Pec Deck Machine 4 x 25
Cardio 30 Minutes

Thursday: Shoulders
Side laterals 3-4 sets x 12-20
Bent over lateral raisesBent over laterals 4 x 12-20
Seated Machine Press 4 x 8-10
Front db raises 4x 12-15
Cardio 30 minutes

Friday: Biceps
Seated DB curls 4x 15-20
Barbell Curls 3x 12-15
Preacher machine curls 3x12-15
Concentration db curls 3 x 15-20
Cardio 30 minutes

Saturday: Triceps
Pushdowns 4x 12-20
Seated Triceps press 4x 15-20
Close Grip Bench 3x 8-10
Rope pushdowns 3x 20
Cardio 30 minutes

Abs
*Abs performed everyday
Rope pulls 5 x 25-50
Leg Lifts 4 x 15-20
Roman Chair sit-ups 4x 2

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What Nutrition Plan Has Worked Best For You?

Nutrition Plan:

Breakfast -
Oatmeal, ISO 100
Animal Pak

Mid Morning -
Dyma-lean MRP, raisins

Lunch -
Turkey Burger, salad, Vegetables

Mid afternoon -
Turkey Burger, sweet potato
Animal Pak

Early Evening-
Dyma-Lean, raisins or banana

Dinner- Chicken Breast
Salad
Potato

Water and lot's of it! 1 1/2-2 galloons per day

What Supplements Have Given You The Greatest Gains?

Dymatize - great products, that work! Once word gets out, this company will grow like crazy!

Why Do You Love Bodybuilding?

Bodybuilding is a lifestyle, and I enjoyed the discipline that lifestyle brings, it carry's over into other aspects of my life. It makes you expect more of yourself, Bodybuilders are leaders and demand more out of life and are willing to work hard to get it. Seeing the changes in your body and mental outlook is priceless!

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What Are Your Future Bodybuilding Plans?

To continue to enjoy my workouts, continue to make improvements and win natural bodybuilding contests.

What One Tip Would You Give Other Bodybuilders?

There's a lot I could cover with this question... I would say this: "Friend, live your dream, do not let anyone say you can't do it, you can! Create a mental picture of what you want to look like, get focused and go make it happen! I don't know about you but I'm leaving this world with no regrets! And when you have that body and have won trophies, remember the other people in the gym, those who now look up to you, share what you have learned and encourage them. You'll be bigger for it!

Who Are Your Favorite Bodybuilders?

Lee Priest - Great physique and a even greater personality. My son Brandon and I met him.

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