What is Max-OT and why is it best for changing body composition?

Posted by on Jun 8, 2010 in drug free, Max-OT, muscle, workout | 5 comments

Max-OT stands for Maximum Overload Training and is based on the physiological principle that overloading a muscle with heavy resistance creates the best stimulus for growth. The Max-OT principles were created by Paul Delia, CEO of AST Sports Science and are the principles I’ve followed exclusively since 1998. Paul was a very valuable mentor and I model a lot of my teaching after things I...

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Limiting Mindset

Posted by on May 19, 2010 in body building, Chris Faildo, drug free, IFBB, inspiration, mind set, Skip La Cour, Team Universe | 2 comments

It always amazes me how so many people box themselves into mediocrity by having a limited mindset on what they believe is possible. If you believe something is not possible then you are correct, it is not possible. However, if you believe you can do it that opens up the possibility that you CAN achieve it. If you don’t believe you can forget about achieving it and that is the origin of my...

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My Favorite Sources for Protein Consumption

Posted by on May 3, 2010 in AST Sports Science, body building, protein, supplementation | 7 comments

Throughout my career I consumed most of my daily protein through supplementation and I continue this practice today. (My favorite protein supplement choices are VP2, Muscle XGF and VyoPro Protein Bars). I’ve always preferred getting most of my protein through supplement sources for 3 main reasons: quality, convenience and ease of measuring nutrient totals. This is not to say that one...

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"Off Season" Cardio

Posted by on Apr 15, 2010 in body building, cardio, drug free, Max-OT | 6 comments

There’s not a doubt in my mind that Max-OT style cardio (short duration/high intensity) is the most effective way to approach cardiovascular exercise based on research and my own personal experience. Max-OT cardio played a very big role in achieving the best condition of my life when I won my IFBB pro card at the Team Universe. One fairly common question I get is about cardio in the “off...

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Great Podcast Interview

Posted by on Apr 15, 2010 in body building, drug free, Max-OT, podcast, steroids | 2 comments

I was recently the special guest on BEYOND DIET Podcast and had a very interesting interview that is now available. We touched on a variety of topics including Max-OT principles and my basic nutrition philosophy. We also got into some personal stuff as I discuss my bodybuilding origins, the decision to remain drug free and I share some special advice for those who want to achieve an outstanding...

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Drug Free Muscle Building Tip – Choose your plan wisely!

Posted by on Apr 6, 2010 in body building, cardio, drug free, Max-OT, nutrition | 1 comment

So, have you looked at the latest and greatest routine from your favorite muscle building magazine lately? Maybe one guaranteed to put and extra inch on your biceps in record time? You need to be careful before you embark on any of these “advanced” workouts and consider the fact that the people advising these routines may not be the best sources of information for you to follow. If you are a...

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