CALIFORNIA NATURAL MUSCLE - The IFPA Pro USA and NANBF California Natural Muscle Mayhem Bodybuilding and Figure Championships

I have been an athlete for most of my life. Each of my sports required me to do some type of weight training. It wasn’t until I started training with Trevor, that I decided to throw my hat into the sport of bodybuilding.

My in-season training has changed quite a bit since I competed in my first show last year. I trained 6 days a week and did cardio every day. My diet consisted of high protein, low carb, and moderate fats.

I am working with a coach and right now my training is split into 4 days. I follow a one day on/one day off routine. My days alternate between upper body and lower body. It is pretty simple, but that is what works for me.

My diet is dialed in with a strict number of macros – 270g carbs, 50g fat, 240g protein, and on my re-feed day the carbs jump up to 500g. (I love that day)

Off: This past offseason I decided to hire a coach. I have been working with the fellas at 3dmusclejourney and it has been a pleasure to get some help and guidance through my offseason training. My training splits are the same as above, but I was eating a lot more carbs. (in the 400-500 range daily). There was minimal weight gain, but plenty of muscle and strength gain, which I hope turns into great results for the contest season this year.

What are your bodybuilding contest highlights (titles/experiences)?

Well, I took the overall Novice division at the California Natural Muscle Mayhem in July of 2010 & I am now a sponsored athlete with Optimum Nutrition.

What is the most important thing you’ve learned/gained through bodybuilding?

I have learned that you have to work really hard for things in life and it is almost impossible to achieve such large goals on your own. I have learned to be grateful for the help I received on the road to my first show, and I am grateful for the help and support I am receiving today.