What Supplements Have Given You The Greatest Gains?

Protein is the supplement that has helped me make my biggest gains. I consume 1.5 grams of protein per pound of bodyweight. Of this amount, approximately 70% comes from protein shakes or meal replacements.

Why do you love Bodybuilding?

I enjoy bodybuilding because it has given me a chance to help a lot of individuals. I have had the opportunity to assist co-workers, friends and others with their diets, workouts and overall exercise programs. Seeing people not only increase their self-esteem but also their health is something that gives me a lot of satisfaction.

What Are Your Future Bodybuilding Plans?

My future plans are to compete in a bodybuilding competition in Spring 2004. I really would like to participate in an all-natural event within the next several years. My ultimate dream would be to do some fitness work for a magazine.

What One Tip Would You Give Other Bodybuilders?

There are so many tips that I wish someone had shared with me. I guess the one thing that I would share with a young bodybuilder is that he or she should make leg training a priority in their workouts. For years, I would neglect leg training with any intensity - sometimes I would just skip the workout. This was very obvious in the first several shows that I participated in - I had very little definition on my quads or hamstrings. I am still trying to catch my legs up with my upper body.

Remember one thing, when you go to a show, most of the bodybuilders on stage will have a defined upper body. But, you will be able to tell the "complete" bodybuilder by the size and definition in their legs. Legs are not the flashy muscle group like the bicep or chest, but it will help you bring home the hardware at the next show you are in.