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| Age | 36 |
|---|---|
| Height | 5' 4" |
| Weight | 140 lbs. |
| Body Fat | 7% |
| Arms | 16.5 " |
| Chest | 38" |
| Waist | 28" |
| Quads | 21" |
Training for me is a priority and I do whatever it takes to get my training time each day. I work for the New York Mets and my days are long and unpredictable so one day I may have to train at 6:00am, the next day, at 10:00 clock at night., I never miss a day ( they know this at work, I'm very cranky when I do). I am currently working towards doing my first tri-athalon so in addition to my weight days, I make time to swim, bike ride and run. Nutrition is the key as with all of the training, cardio and long work days, I need to get as many calories into my body as possible. I do not really care about fat as I burn that off really quickly and keeping my bodyfat between 6 and 9% is not that difficult.
My approach to training is to mix it up and keep it fresh. I always challenge myself to either lift more, do more sets or decrease the rest time between sets. I also try to switch between barbells, dumbbells and machines as I think it keeps you excited but also works the muscles in different ways. It also works the tie-ins better which is good for muscle performance and appearance.
What makes my approach to training unique is that I love to lift weights but I also want to be a respectable tri-athlete. I train for muscle performance and along the way, my body has developed into a better physique. I have no aspirations about competing in a bodybuilding show but I would accept the challenge if I had the time. I want to compete in a half iron-man in the next two years.
| Exercise: | Sets: | Reps: | Rest(s): |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swimming | 1/2 to 3/4 mile | - | - |
| Bike | 10-15 miles | - | - |
| Run | 3-5 miles | 12 | 60 |
Protein Shake in the morning (Optimum Nutrition Whey Gold Vanilla)
RTD post-workout: (Whey Force or RTD 51/Vanilla)
Lunch: Protein Bar (Big 100 Super Cookie Crunch) & 2 pieces of fruit (apple, banana)
Dinner: 2 pieces of grilled chicken, large serving of vegetables
Before Bed: Protein Shake (MET-Rx or Myoplex packet)
Supplements:
Creatine (morning): NO Shotgun pre workout
Glutamine (morning): MHP Glutamine
ABB Speed Shot (pre workout, mixed with NO Shotgun)
Multi Vitamin with dinner: Vitamin Shoppe Ultimate Man
Bedtime: Twinlab Joint Fuel
Cheat Food: Sundays, Friendly's Vienna Mocha Chunk
If I'm at work and can't make my food it's about 10 egg whites or 2 cans of tuna.
| Exercise: | Sets: | Reps: | Rest(s): |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seated dumbell curl | 4 | 12,8,6,6 | 2 minutes |
| Seated hammer curl | 4 | 12,8,6,6 | 2 minutes |
| Preacher curl | 4 | 15,12,10,8 | |
| Concentration curl | 3 | 12 | 1 minute |
| Exercise: | Sets: | Reps: | Rest(s): |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seated lateral raise | 4 | 15,12,10,10 | 1 minute |
| Seated shoulder press (bar/dumbbell)l | 4 | 12,10,8,8 | 2 minutes |
| Standing press (bar) | 4 | 12,10,8,8 | 2 minutes |
| Upright row | 3 | 12 | 2 minutes |
| Calves | 4 | 10 | 15 seconds |
| Exercise: | Sets: | Reps: | Rest(s): |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skull crushers | 4 | 12,10,8,6 | 2 minutes |
| Cable pressdowns | 3 | 12,10,8 | 2 minutes |
| Reverse grip pressdown | 3 | 15 | 1 minute |
| Rope extensions | 3 | 15 | 1 minute |
| Close grip press (every other week) | 4 | 10,8,6,4 |
| Exercise: | Sets: | Reps: | Rest(s): |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bent over barbell rows | 4 | 12,10,10,10 | 2.5 minutes |
| Wide grip pulldowns | 4 | 8,8,6,6 | 2 minutes |
| Reverse grip pulldown | 4 | 15,15,12,12 | 2 minutes |
| Shrug | 4 | 8,8,8,8 | 2 minutes |
| Back hyper extensions | 4 | 15,15,15 | 2 minutes |
| Calves | 4 | 8 | 15 seconds |
| Exercise: | Sets: | Reps: | Rest(s): |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dumbbell Press | 4 | 12,8,6,6 | 2 minutes |
| Incline dumbbell press | 4 | 12,8,6,6 | 2 minutes |
| Decline dumbbell press | 3 | 12,8,6 | 2 minutes |
| Cable crossovers | 3 | 15 | 1 minutes |
| Incline dumbbell flys | 3 | 15 | 1 minute |
| Pullovers (every other week) | 3 | 8 | 1-2 minutes |
| Exercise: | Sets: | Reps: | Rest(s): |
|---|---|---|---|
| Squats | 6 | 12,12,10,10,8,6 | 2.5 minutes |
| Leg press | 6 | 15,12,12,10,8,6 | 2.5 minutes |
| Leg extension | 4 | 15 | 1 minute |
| Lying leg curl | 4 | 15,12,10,10 | 1 minute |
| Hack squat (every other week) | 4 | 8 | 2 minutes |
| Calves | 4 | 15 | 15 seconds |

ABB Speed Shot





– Speed Shot gives me the energy I need to get through my workouts and it tastes good. I use it daily.