How Did You Get Started?

I got started in lifting by powerlifting with my two buddies Kyle Laya and Patrick Shanley. Then I started talking to my older cousin from Schumburg, Ilinois. He has been bodybuilding for years, and we thought it was time for me to start sculpting. I had no clue what bodybuilding meant.

What Workout Plan Worked Best For You?

Monday - Chest/Triceps:

• Incline Bench: 6 sets of 8 reps
• Incline Dumbbell Press: 4sets of 10 reps
• Flat Bench Press: 4 sets of 8 reps
• Flat Dumbbell Flyes: 2 sets of 10 reps
• Dips: 3 sets to failure
• Skull Crushers: 4 sets of 8 to 10 reps
• Overhead Dumbbell Extension: 4 sets of 8 reps
• Close Grip Bench: 3 sets of 10 reps
• Cable Pushdown: 3 sets of 8 reps

Tuesday - Back/Biceps:

• Single Dumbbell Rows: 4 sets of 10 reps
• Bent Over Row: 5 sets of 8 reps
• Behind The Neck Lat Pulldown: 3 sets of 12 reps
• Lat Pulldown: 3 sets of 6, 8, 10 reps
• Straight Bar Curls: 6 sets of 8 reps
• Hammer Curls: 4 sets of 10 reps
• Preacher Curl Machine: 4 sets of 8 reps

Thursday - Legs:

• Squats: 6 sets of 8 reps
• Hack Squats: 4 sets of 6-8 reps
• Lunges: 3 sets of 10 reps
• Leg Extensions: 4 sets of 10 reps
• Hamstring Curls: 4 sets of 10 reps
• Calf Raises: 8 sets to failure

Friday - Shoulders:

• Smith Machine Shoulder Presses: 5 sets of 8 reps
• Upright Rows: 5 sets of 8-10 reps
• Dumbbell Military Presses: 4 sets of 8-10 reps
• Dumbbell Side Laterals: 4 sets of 10 reps
• Dumbbell Front Raises: 4 sets of 10 reps

Saturday - Arms:

• Straight Bar Curls: 4 sets of 8 reps
• EZ Bar Curls: 4 sets of 10 reps
• Hammer Curls: 4 sets of 8 reps
• Alternate Dumbbell Curls: 4 sets of 8 reps
• Preacher Curls: 4 sets of 8 reps
• Close Grip Bench: 5 sets of 8 reps
• Skull Crushers: 4 sets of 8 reps
• Overhead Dumbbell Extension: 4 sets of 8 reps
• V-Bar Cable Pushdowns: 3 sets of 10 reps
• Rope Cable Pushdowns: 3 sets of 8 reps

Monday, Wednesday, Friday abs and calves 20 minutes of cardio after training.

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George Fotopoulos.

What Nutrition Plan Has Worked Best For You?

Pre contest diet worked the best for me:

Meal - 1:

• 1 Cup Of Regular Oats
• 8 Egg Whites
• 1 Whole Egg

Meal - 2:

• 1 Oz Of Almonds
• Protein Shake

Meal - 3:

• 8 Oz Chicken
• Veggies

Meal - 4: Pre-Workout

• 8 Oz Sweet Potato

Meal - 5: Post-Workout

• 8 Oz Of Steak
• Veggies

Meal - 6:

• 8 Oz Chicken
• Veggies

Meal - 7:

• Protein Shake
• Egg Whites

What Supplements Have Given You The Greatest Gains?

Pre-Contest:

• Multivitamin
• NO Shotgun
• Hydroxycut
• Lipolyze
• BCAAs
• Whey Protein

Off-Season:

• Whey Protein
• Amino Acids
• Creatine
• B Complex
• Nitric Oxide

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George Fotopoulos.

Why do you love Bodybuilding?

I love being in control of my body and seeing it respond to what I want it to respond to. And also I love the freaky look.

What Motivates You To Follow A Healthy Lifestyle?

I love the healthy muscular image, looking so pure and attractive to the average person's eye.

What Made You Want To Achieve Your Goals?

I always was a heavy set kid I loved to work out but I wanted the complete image. I wanted to work so hard to have a perfect body and the obsession is what got me caught in the mix to achieve my goals.

What Are Your Future Bodybuilding Plans?

To be on a pro natural stage with the big boys by the age of 21 and to be the freakiest junior ever.

What One Tip Would You Give Other Bodybuilders?

Go in get your work done and never leave the gym thinking you didn't leave everything on the floor.

Who Are Your Favorite Bodybuilders?

Kai Greene, Jay Cutler, Victor Martinez, and Evan Centopani.

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George Fotopoulos.

What Features Do You Use On Bodybuilding.com?

The forums and the store.

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