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Our Amateur Bodybuilder of the Week was...
Ryan Gerner

VITAL STATS
  • Name: Ryan Gerner
  • E-mail: rmgandtlg@hotmail.com
  • Age: 22
  • Where: Gibsonville, NC
  • Height: 5'8"
  • Weight: 170 Lbs.
  • Years Bodybuilding :2
  • Favorite Bodypart: Forearms, Abs, Lats
  • Favorite Exercise: Palms Down Forearm Curls, DB Shrugs
  • Favorite Supplements: Biotest Mag 10, ISS Research Whey Matrix

How Did You Get Started?

I got started into bodybuilding originally because I wanted to gain weight. As I began to gain size I started to like the look that was coming with it. Now I'm at 175-180 from the 135 I was 2 years ago!!

What Workout Plan Worked Best For You?

I have tried several schedules with my training. 6 on 1 off, 3 on 2 off, but the one that has worked best for me is 5 on 2 off and once in a while hitting a weak body part on the 6th day. Also if I'm feeling drained I will take a day off. I dont keep it scheduled what part I work on what day because I change that from week to week. This week I may do Back Monday, next week it may not come until Thursday. This way my body does not get in a rut. I also constantly change my routines, usually from workout to workout.

What Supplements Have Given You The Greatest Gains?

The supplements that have worked best for me would have to be 1-AD and EAS SimplyProtein. With 1-AD I saw strength gains that were unbelieveable. The first day my partner Eric "Showtime" Lindley and I used it was on chest day and no kidding we were on average 10 lbs stronger overall. With the SimplyProtein I saw and continue to see gains in overall mass.

Why do you love Bodybuilding?

I love bodybuilding because it gives me something to strive toward, plus it has given me lots of new friends and greatly improved my body.

What Are Your Future Bodybuilding Plans?

My future plan with bodybuilding is to take myself to the highest level I can possibly get to. In my mind, the BIGGER the better.

What One Tip Would You Give Other Bodybuilders?

My tips to others: Don't just listen to anybody who offers advice. If you have a question, ask someone whom you want to look like. This is something I have done. I would and still do ask the guys who look how I want to look. Anybody can give advice, same as anyone can have a trainer's certification but how they look is the tell-tale. One other tip is to make sure you don't go into the gym telling people what you used to be able to do. Nobody is going to be impressed.

Who Are Your Favorite Bodybuilders?

My favorite bodybuilder would have to be Lee Priest, Lee defines bodybuilding and if you want to see a perfect set of arms look at him in a victory pose. I am partial though to King Kamali. I really think there are going to be a lot of heads turning toward him very soon.

Contest History

2001 Novice and Medium Height Class Winner in the NCAPA Mr. North Carolina Contest. My only show so far. Pics: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4

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