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LEARNING ABOUT CHRIS
“ I started training because I was fascinated with how the human body can change , and I was attracted to the dedication one has to have in order to bring about this change ,” says Chris . Our bodies have enormous potential for change when they are trained and fed strategically and properly . How often have we heard that if you want something bad enough you will do whatever it takes to make it happen ?
TRAINING PHILOSOPHY
Chris is under no illusions about what his goals are . He is very clear on the fact that he is not a powerlifter , he is a bodybuilder . As such , he has found a way to train that compliments his goal – building his body into a muscular , proportioned work of art . Like Misumzi , Chris believes intensity is the way to go in terms of building a muscular physique . “ I always use supersets , and the rests between my sets are always very short . I am not a powerlifter and therefore I prefer training with intensity and not to lift the biggest weights possible ,” he explains .
TRAINING SPLIT
( In-season split )
• Monday : chest , rear delts , biceps
• Tuesday : back , triceps , front delts
• Wednesday : legs
• Thursday : chest , rear delts , biceps
• Friday : back , triceps , front delts
• Saturday : legs
• Sunday : rest
LIVING A BODYBUILDING LIFESTYLE
So much is said about the sacrifice needed in order to be successful , about rearranging life ' s priorities in order to enjoy real and lasting change as one pursues physique goals . What else can Chris add ? “ Be disciplined in your approach to the sport , stay humble at all times and always respect others . Always accept defeat on stage .” And in fairness to Chris , he has it spot on . The best bodybuilders , the top guys that Muscle Evolution interviews , does covers with and workouts with all share those character traits : they are humble , they are always open to learning and they have respect for other athletes and competitors .
EATING ON A BUDGET
“ Fortunately I am a social worker and so I am able to use my salary for my diet . I would strongly advise people to try and get food sponsorships , such as from supermarkets – we have to make a plan . I have been trying the same but I have had no luck yet . We have to keep trying .”
MEAL PLAN :
• Meal 1 : oats , whey protein , raisins and 2 bananas
• Meal 2 : 6 eggs , whey protein , yoghurt and a banana
• Meal 3 : basmati rice , hake , potato and whey protein
• Meal 4 : 8 slices of bread with peanut butter and a glass of milk
• Meal 5 : basmati rice , mince and potato
• Meal 6 : whey protein and 2 bananas
STEVEN DOMERIS
• NAME : Steven Domeris
• AGE : 25
• HOME TOWN : Beacon Bay , East London
• CAREER : Personal trainer at Virgin Active
• WEIGHT : In season 94kg / off season105kg
• COMPETITIVE ACHIEVEMENTS : - 2007 NABBA teenager - 1st place - 2009 NABA junior - 1st place - 2009 IFBB SA Champs junior - 2nd place - 2014 Clash of the Titans seniors U / 90kg - 3rd place
• GOAL IN THE SPORT : To be Mr Border and place at the SA Champs .
FINAL WORD
SO WHAT ABOUT THE SAYING THAT THE EASTERN CAPE IS A TREASURE CHEST OF UNDISCOVERED TALENT IN THE VARIOUS SPORTS , AND HOW CAN BODYBUILDING BENEFIT FROM SOME MORE FOCUS ON THE PROVINCE ? “ The Eastern Cape actually has some of the the best phyisques , however there is not much exposure for us here . There are a few shows and a lack of sponsoship and support from the local community . More can be done to host shows around here to help recruit potential athletes ,” answers Chris . M . E
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