After interviewing Josh Hyaduck last year, we thought we would contact him again in 2010 for a 2nd interview and see if his training/diet principles are still the same after being trained by Professional Bodybuilder, Jim Cordova.
How did you get started with Bodybuilding?
Competitive nature. I’ve always been very competitive no matter what it may be – I like to be challenged. Growing up I always looked up to the bigger and stronger figures that grew up around me, and it pushed me to want to grow stronger than they were. I started hitting the weights at an early age of 12 and haven’t stopped since.
What is the training routine you use to achieve your physique?
For most of my time training I have followed mostly strength training regimes – a lot of heavy weights, explosive compound movements, long rest periods, and low reps. It was only until recently, training with Jim Cordova, that my training became a lot more versatile and implemented more hypertrophy geared routines – shorter rest periods, higher reps, and more time under tension.
I now much prefer the hypertrophy routines over the strength training but the best results come from a proper mix between the two.That is the key! And, my training splits change too frequently to really have one that is “set in stone” but if you would like an example of one of the training splits that I like, this would be it.
- Day 1: Shoulders/Arms
- Day 2: Legs
- Day 3: Off
- Day 4: Chest/Back
- Day 5: Off
- Day 6: Repeat
When trying to cut down, do you prefer HIIT or steady state cardio?
I prefer both actually. Overall, I think HIIT is more effective but steady state cardio has its place in preventing you from over-training on a strict diet and training regime. For example, performing HIIT after an intense back or leg workout would be very taxing on your body and would most definitely lead to over-training, which would lead to catabolism. This is when steady state cardio should be incorporated into your routine.
It’s not very strenuous on your body and it will still allow you to still create that caloric deficit after an intense back or leg workout. Whereas HIIT after a smaller body part such as shoulders or arms would be perfect!
What is your diet like?
My diet is pretty simple, I hit my numbers for the day and that’s that. I do not eat for taste at all; I just do what is convenient to my goals. I just started cutting down for the INBF/WNBF Universe in June and right now my macros are sitting at 250g protein, 200g carbohydrates, and 50g fat. Those numbers are subject to change as the show grows closer but not a whole lot.
Here is an example of my diet at the moment:
Meal 1
1 Scoop MuscleTech Nitro-Tech- 3/4 Cup Oats
- 1 Tablespoon Almond Butter
Meal 2
- 8 Egg Whites
- 3/4 Cup Oats
- 1 Tablespoon Almond Butter
Meal 3
- Pre-Workout – 1 Scoop MuscleTech NanoVapor
- Intra-Workout – 1 Scoop MuscleTech IntraVol
- Post-Workout – 1 Scoop MuscleTech Nitro-Tech, 1 Scoop MuscleTech Anabolic Halo
Meal 4
- 6oz Chicken Breast
- 1/2 Cup Oats
Meal 5
- 6oz Chicken Breast
- 1/2 Cup Oats
- 1 Tablespoon Almond Butter
Meal 6
- 6oz Chicken Breast
- 1 Tablespoon Almond Butter
Meal 7
- 1 1/2 Scoops MuscleTech Nitro-Tech
What kind of protocols do you implement when you’re doing a “peak week” for a photoshoot?
Very slight carbohydrate, sodium, and water manipulation but nothing drastic at all. I’m still drinking 2 gallons of water and taking in 2000-2500mg of sodium a day leading into the shoot. You are either lean enough or you aren’t, last week protocols won’t make up for a bad preparation.
What supplements do you use? Is there a lot of pressure on you to stay natural?
MuscleTech just recently picked me up so I am using their line of products at the moment – I love it! There is absolutely no pressure on me at all in staying natural; it has gotten me where I am today and I just want to continue to show everyone what is possible to achieve naturally.
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Why do you think you’re getting so much (warranted) recent attention/recognition?
I would have to say my age most definitely. It seems that I have a level of muscular development that comes off as “unbelievable” to a lot of people. That combined with the help of Jim Cordova, who is getting me ready for my competitive career in 2010, and my recent signing with MuscleTech are also two big factors in my recognition.
What does the future hold for you?
Success! I’m getting ready for my INBF debut at the Universe in June and I have my eyes set on that pro card. That is the only thing that is really set in stone at the moment but the Universe WILL NOT be the only show that I do in 2010. One thing is for sure though; I will make an impact!
What advice would you give an aspiring bodybuilder, or someone looking to break into the fitness/modeling industry?
Consistency and patience. I may be young but I do have 10 years of training under my belt already. I’ve learned lots of things over those years, and am still learning thanks to one of the greatest in the sport, Jim Cordova. It takes time, there is a lot of information out there and it isn’t all going to work for everyone. There is a lot of trial-and-error that one must go through to learn about their body but once they learn, they become a force to be reckoned with!
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