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How did you get started with bodybuilding?

I was raised in a somewhat broken home, without anyone to look up to. So naturally I drifted in and out of crowds with no real meaning to my life. I never once cared about my health or how I looked. Of course I was always that kid who got picked last to play any sports. It wasn’t until I was a freshmen in high school that I realized something had to change. A few kids told me to go tryout for the football team, and I did. I made a complete fool out of myself and walked off the field after about 20 minutes. My self-esteem was crushed to rock bottom that year as I did not even try to go back. During the following winter season, something inside of me switched. I was sick of always being made fun of, and picked on for how I looked. I remember watching Rocky over at a friends house and that was the moment when I knew what I had to do. I began surfing the internet and reading countless magazines on how to eat healthier and build muscle. During that next football season, I went back. I’ll admit I wasn’t the best at it, but I never gave up. I wanted to become the biggest, fastest, and strongest I could be. All alone, I started staying after school and putting in the extra hours in the weight room. As the strongest kid on the team for once, I played football for the remainder of high school. I want to become the best life-time natural bodybuilder I can be.

So what is the bodybuilding training routine that you use to achieve that killer physique?

I have found Phase Training to be the most effective and efficient way to pack on muscle and still have time to things outside the gym as well. *In most cases its roughly 4 sets, 6-12 reps. and I would do 3/5 different exercises on each body part and vary the exercise throughout the weeks. Example Phase workout regime:

-Phase A-

Monday – Legs & Abs
Tuesday – OFF
Wednesday – Chest and Triceps
Thursday – OFF
Friday – Back and Biceps
Saturday – Shoulders & Abs
Sunday – OFF

-Phase B-

Monday – Chest & Abs
Tuesday – OFF
Wednesday – Legs
Thursday – OFF
Friday – Back & Shoulders
Saturday – Arms & Abs
Sunday – OFF

-Phase C-

Monday – Legs & Abs
Tuesday – OFF
Wednesday – Chest & Shoulders
Thursday – OFF
Friday – Back and Biceps
Saturday – Triceps
Sunday – OFF

**Then simply repeat at Phase A again**

When trying to cut down do you prefer to use HIIT or just normal cardio?

HIIT is my favorite way to shred off the fat. I Jump on an elliptical or bike and bust out 15-20 mins. I do this 2-3 days a week.

What is your Diet like?

ON-SEASON DIET:

8 AM:

1 1/2 Tilapia Fillet

1/2 Cup Plain oats
1/4 Cup Almonds
10 AM:

1 1/2 Tilapia Fillet
1 Cup Steamed Broccoli
1/4 Cup Almonds
12 PM:

1 1/2 Tilapia Fillet
1 Cup Steamed Broccoli
1/4 Cup Almonds
2 PM:

1 1/2 Tilapia Fillet
1 Cup Steamed Broccoli
1/4 Cup Almonds
4 PM:

11 1/2 Tilapia Fillet
1 Cup Steamed Broccoli
1/4 Cup Almonds
6 PM:

WORKOUT TIME!
8 PM:

2 Scoops Whey
1/2 Banana
10 PM:

1 1/2 Tilapia Fillet
1 Cup Steamed Broccoli
1/4 Cup Almonds
12 AM:

2 Scoops Casein
OFF-SEASON DIET:
5 AM:

2 Scoops Whey
1/2 Cup Plain oats
7 AM:

1 1/2 Chicken Breast
1 Cup Steamed Broccoli
1/4 Cup Almonds
9 PM:

2 Scoops Whey
1/2 Cup Plain oats
11 AM:

1 1/2 Chicken
1 Cup Steamed Broccoli
1/4 Cup Almonds
1 PM:

1 1/2 Chicken
1 Cup Steamed Broccoli
1/4 Cup Almonds
3 PM:

2 Scoops Whey
1/2 Cup Plain oats
5 PM:

1/2 Banana
5:30 PM:

WORKOUT TIME!
7 PM:

2 Scoops Whey
1/2 Banana
9 PM:

1 1/2 Chicken Breast
1 Cup Steamed Broccoli
1/4 Cup Almonds
11 PM:

2 Scoops Casein
EXCEPTIONS, ACCORDING TO HOW I LOOK/FEEL:
-I will substitute a protein meal with either chicken, steak, fish, or a whey shake.
-I will substitute a fat with peanut/almond oil or coconut oil (non-hydrogenated).
-I will substitute a veggie with broccoli, asparagus, or spinach.
-I may add in a cup of rolled oats, sweet potato, or brown rice for more carbs.

What is your supplementation like?

6 AM:

2 Capsules D4 Thermal Shock, 2 Capsules T7
8 AM:

1 Packet Universal Animal Pak
10 PM:

1 Fish oil, 1 Milk Thisle, 1 BCAA, 1 CLA, 1 L-Carnitine
12 PM:

2 Capsules D4 Thermal Shock, 2 Capsules T7
3 PM:

1 Fish oil, 1 Milk Thisle, 1 BCAA, 1 CLA, 1 L-Carnitine
PRE-WORKOUT:

2 Packets N0 EXTREME
10 PM:

4 Capsules R3 EXTREME

Plans for the future?

I plan to keep improving on my physique and compete in the Collegiate Nationals. I want to inspire the hearts of hundreds/thousands of fellow bodybuilders world-wide.

How do you stay motivated?

Its helps me stay focused, it gives me & something to reach for. It never stops, so neither can I. No matter what level your at, you can always reach another.

Favorite Quote?

“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” -Isaiah 41:10

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