I was just at your site and went through your whole bio section, and I just have to say that I know how it feels when you're a kid and you're the biggest one in your classroom, and at the soccer team... and at the pool parties... So I just wanted to congratulate you on overcoming all of that and becoming a succesful bodybuilder and thank you for the motivation that this represents. I have to admit that it is still difficult for me to take off my shirt sometimes cause I'm nowhere near where I want to be, but I've improved over the years.
Also, I posted a question for you regarding your diet, supps and training and already found the answer to your diet by reading the article you wrote "Zero Carb Method" and I think I read somewhere that your training really doesn't change that much from bulking to cutting, did I imagine this or am I on the right path?
Anyway, thanks for all of your input, dedication, motivation and the time you invest in helping us all out by answering our endless questions.
Really appreciate it bro.
Hey man, glad you liked the bio. Thank you. Between offseason and pre-contest my training does not change at all.
Hey Evan
Good seeing you on Saturday-you def put on some serious noticeable size since the last time you were at Tommy Ks.
Ive got a question on your peanut butter shakes during keto.
In that muscle meals video on MDTV you had said how you premix your shakes ahead of time.
Im a bit confused.
Do you put the powder and peanut butter in your shaker cups, and then just add water? Or do you do it differently?
I always just carry the peanut butter jar and tablespoon with me and have it along with my shakes.
Thanks!
Also-you should check out Peanut Butter & Company peanut butter, best tasting natural peanut butter I ever had. Its made in Greenwich Village and its in grocery stores around here.
evan! its nice to see a post with your vital information involved haha congrats on turning pro, and also getting front cover for muscular development. your back workout story was inspiring, just flaring and thick....flawless man. Anyways, to get to the point, i was reading the review on how the cage went at the arnold and they said you told the people on how your no carb dieting goes! i too am on a no carb cycle preparing for my first show! im 11 weeks out and have a cheat meal every saturday night (or last meal of the day, not too late).
I was just wondering on how you do your no carb dieting? cheat meals? food involved? fats? when do you carb up if you do at all? Any info would be greatly appreciated.
Hey Evan
Good seeing you on Saturday-you def put on some serious noticeable size since the last time you were at Tommy Ks.
Ive got a question on your peanut butter shakes during keto.
In that muscle meals video on MDTV you had said how you premix your shakes ahead of time.
Im a bit confused.
Do you put the powder and peanut butter in your shaker cups, and then just add water? Or do you do it differently?
I always just carry the peanut butter jar and tablespoon with me and have it along with my shakes.
Thanks!
Also-you should check out Peanut Butter & Company peanut butter, best tasting natural peanut butter I ever had. Its made in Greenwich Village and its in grocery stores around here.
I've seen the MDTV episode and I'm pretty sure he uses a blender to mix it up. I don't think a shaker cup would do the trick.
BTW, I love those videos. I love when Evan goes on little rants about plastic and fish from Asia. Just funny shit.
hey i was talkin to this guy at the ON booth at the arnold this year but i dont remember his name but he said something bout a way to gain mass by going heavy for 2 sets for four reps one week and then using the same weight the next week except this time doin it for 6 reps until u go up to eight reps and then u go up weight and back down to 4 reps. My question is have u ever heard of this and does it work? my bad if its hard to follow but thats the best way i could put it. thanks
Once again, it was great getting to train with you the friday of the arnold weekend. I'm still doing the shoulder workout, and its still makes me sore as hell. Anyways, since I've stopped dieting until it gets closer to pre-contest time, I wanted to pick your brain a little bit about bulking diets. I've been reading about bulking diets that are high-protein, moderate carb, moderate fat (like 40/30/30). Basically, I just added carbs at 4 meals to my keto diet that I did based on your keto diet. What do you think about something like this? What do you reccomend?
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Great read. I saw you take something on the order of 12,000+ mg of EFAs per day. I personally get anywhere from 4,000-7,000 daily. Do you take more because of your size and because you're an elite bodybuilder? Should I take more or am I fine with what I take? Thanks.
I'm not a scientist. Nor am I a leading expert on toothpaste though I find the thought strangely appealing.
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Just wanted to say that your article about EFA's "Essential" is a great read bro.....also you are looking solid in the cover of MD......You and House will tear the pro ranks....KEEP up the good work and you both motivate me to keep on lifting...
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Hey Evan
Good seeing you on Saturday-you def put on some serious noticeable size since the last time you were at Tommy Ks.
Ive got a question on your peanut butter shakes during keto.
In that muscle meals video on MDTV you had said how you premix your shakes ahead of time.
Im a bit confused.
Do you put the powder and peanut butter in your shaker cups, and then just add water? Or do you do it differently?
I always just carry the peanut butter jar and tablespoon with me and have it along with my shakes.
Thanks!
Also-you should check out Peanut Butter & Company peanut butter, best tasting natural peanut butter I ever had. Its made in Greenwich Village and its in grocery stores around here.
The way I like to do it is I put 3 cups of water in a blender, some ice, and 6 tablespoons of peanut butter then I add 8 or 9 scoops of powder. I make all three shakes at once and then divy em up evenly into 3 shaker cups. If they are a little thick I add some water to each shaker. Thats how I do it. Peanut Butter & co huh? I'll check em out. Thanks.
hey i was talkin to this guy at the ON booth at the arnold this year but i dont remember his name but he said something bout a way to gain mass by going heavy for 2 sets for four reps one week and then using the same weight the next week except this time doin it for 6 reps until u go up to eight reps and then u go up weight and back down to 4 reps. My question is have u ever heard of this and does it work? my bad if its hard to follow but thats the best way i could put it. thanks
I don't know..I've never tried it. Sounds more like powerlifting to me. Could work...give it a try.
Once again, it was great getting to train with you the friday of the arnold weekend. I'm still doing the shoulder workout, and its still makes me sore as hell. Anyways, since I've stopped dieting until it gets closer to pre-contest time, I wanted to pick your brain a little bit about bulking diets. I've been reading about bulking diets that are high-protein, moderate carb, moderate fat (like 40/30/30). Basically, I just added carbs at 4 meals to my keto diet that I did based on your keto diet. What do you think about something like this? What do you reccomend?
Glad you like the workout..hahaha. For the offseason, just take your keto diet and add carbs to each meal so that you are taking in the same amount of carbs as protein. Simple.
Great read. I saw you take something on the order of 12,000+ mg of EFAs per day. I personally get anywhere from 4,000-7,000 daily. Do you take more because of your size and because you're an elite bodybuilder? Should I take more or am I fine with what I take? Thanks.
I think that because we are talking about something that is essential we all need more or less the same amount. If we were tlaking about overall fat intake (non-essential fats that we take in for fuel and calories) I would need more than you as it would be based on size and caloric demands. But when talking about the essentials I would say that what each individual requires is roughly the same.
Just wanted to say that your article about EFA's "Essential" is a great read bro.....also you are looking solid in the cover of MD......You and House will tear the pro ranks....KEEP up the good work and you both motivate me to keep on lifting...
hey ox. i have a question about supps.
i've been wanting to add in a workout drink and i dont know which to choose, shock therapy or storm. which one is better in general.
hey ox. i have a question about supps.
i've been wanting to add in a workout drink and i dont know which to choose, shock therapy or storm. which one is better in general.
i know everyone has there preferences, i like to sip on EAA's and half serving of SHOCK..
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Aright so I may be jumping on the fatty acid bandwagon. Here's a question though, what about PWO? Do you think there's any special benefit or advantage to taking FAs after lifting? or even timed around cardio?
I think that because we are talking about something that is essential we all need more or less the same amount. If we were tlaking about overall fat intake (non-essential fats that we take in for fuel and calories) I would need more than you as it would be based on size and caloric demands. But when talking about the essentials I would say that what each individual requires is roughly the same.
That's what I thought as well. I'll stick to my current dosing schedule, thanks Ox. When the new Animal Omega comes out, I'll just use a single pack daily.
I'm not a scientist. Nor am I a leading expert on toothpaste though I find the thought strangely appealing.
"This great journey begins with a step... Even if that step is nothing more than learning how to hold on..."