How Did You Get Started?

I bought an old weight lifting bench from a friend and started working out every morning before work. I then started reading articles on the internet and also in magazines. I give a lot of credit to Bodybuilding.com and also FLEX magazine for the topics and information they share.

I decided that I wanted to change how my body looked and that I want to accomplish something big.

What Workout Plan Worked Best For You?

My workout split is mostly one body part a day except: calves & abs which are 2 -3 times a week. I think if you spend 60 - 80 min. hitting one body part with incredible intensity, then it will react more. Hitting 2 muscles in one day, ie. Back & Biceps then one of the muscles will suffer from the fatigue of the other.

Sample Training Week

Monday: Back / Abs
Back - Hit it hard and heavy, I do at least 3 sets of drop sets. Doing this to failure will make your back surely grow.

Tuesday: Shoulders / Calves
I dedicate at least 30 min. just to trap exercises, to supersets of shrugs and different ways to execute them.

Wednesday: rest

Thursday: Biceps & Triceps / Calves
Sometimes I like to mix it up and put these bad boys together, pumping all of my blood into each arm making them swell.

Friday: Chest / Abs
I hit chest with a lot of intensity. It's not how much weight you move, it's how you move it and the amount of intensity it creates.

Saturday: rest

Sunday: Legs / Calves
I have to do legs on a Sunday, there is no way I would have enough energy to do this workout on a week day. I do 5 sets of 15 with 5 different exercises. I do this to failure; you give your legs no option but to grow.

Front squats: 5x15
Leg extension: 5x15
Leg lunges on smith machine: 5x15
Leg curl / deadlift: 5x15
Leg press: 5x15

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What Nutrition Plan Has Worked Best For You?

I try to eat a lot of small meals. I take whole chicken breasts to work with me, and eat them as the day goes. I enjoy seafood and lean red meat. Off-season is usually 5000 - 6000 calories a day.

What Supplements Have Given You The Greatest Gains?

I take 6 double protein shakes a day , (morning, mid-day, mid afternoon, before workout, after workout, before bed) I take a multivitamin every morning, and ZMA before bed. I take creatine about every 2-3months. I take glutamine before and after a workout I take taurine & tyrosine before a workout.

Why do you love Bodybuilding?

I love the feeling of accomplishment while being able to change my body to how I want it to look. It gives me a lot of confidence that I have learned to use in every day life.

What Are Your Future Bodybuilding Plans?

I plan to continue entering in competitions and hope to excel and continue to grow staying completely natural.

What One Tip Would You Give Other Bodybuilders?

get what you put into it. If you give it 200%, you will see the results. I have found that the bodybuilding diet is a science.

Who Are Your Favorite Bodybuilders?

Dexter Jackson, Ronnie Coleman, Tom Platz, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Sergio Olvia.

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