How Did You Get Started?

As I passed a full-length mirror in the locker room, decked out in spandex, I couldn't help but notice how the gymnastics season had trimmed me down. Whereas I had previously seen that puffy layer of fat as inevitable, I realized that there was hope for my body if I could continue to work out. That's when the sculptor in me took hold. I was thrilled to be able to shape my own body, and continued gymnastics-style conditioning even after the season had ended. Gradually, weight-lifting replaced most of the conditioning exercises (they didn't provide the same challenge that they did back when I was weak) as I learned more about bodybuilding.

What Workout Plan Worked Best For You?

• Cardio every morning plus 2 gymnastics-like exercises that I made up
• 45-minute workouts 4 days of the week

Monday & Wednesday: 3 or more upper-body strength training exercises, at least 2 lower-body high-rep exercises, 3 sets of V-ups
Tuesday & Thursday: 3 or more lower-body strength training exercises, at least 2 upper- body high-rep exercises, 3 sets of an abdominal whirligig that I made up.
Friday: If I didn't have a stress fracture, I would do a 30 minute run on this day. *sigh*...

What Supplements Have Given You The Greatest Gains?

• Vitamin C pills have done a good job substituting candy and stopping free-radicals at the same time.
• Whey and Soy protein powder Hydrogen dioxide
• Vitamin B-12

Why do you love Bodybuilding?

I don't. I just can't survive a day without striking an endorphin rush, expending pent-up energy and stress, and stretching cramped muscles. If I don't use my body, I don't even see why I should have one.

What Are Your Future Bodybuilding Plans?

My immediate plans are to start a high-rep exercise plan and get proteins from a variety of grains, nuts, and legumes. Farther down the road, I plan to keep working out everyday, avoid being eaten by the cortisol monster, buy some supplements that might allay my stress fracture, and buy additional supplements that combat free-radicals.

What One Tip Would You Give Other Bodybuilders?

I would offer them a quart of water, and advise that they drink it. And then refill it. And repeat many fold.

Who Are Your Favorite Bodybuilders?

Sherry Gideons, Tiara Krismunando, and Joel Tietge.

More Bodybuilder Profiles:

:: Current Teen Of The Week.
:: Other Previous Teens Of The Week.
:: Adult Amateur Bodybuilder Of The Week.
:: Over 40 Bodybuilder Of The Week.

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