Sean Susini Interview (2): "Always try to become better than what you are now"

In the second part of our interview I've been talking with Sean more in detail about bodybuilding competitions, modeling and his way of life.

Sean, what do you prefer: bodybuilding competitions or modeling?
I prefer bodybuilding because it is more of a sport than a bragging type thing.
How much discipline is necessary for the preparation of a competition?
Much discipline is needed. Goals have to be set and attained. Diets are strict. And I need to practice a posing routine.
Can you explain us your diet?
I go on a strict diet when I am getting ready for a competition. I generally eat high protein meals and sometimes will have protein drinks.
Are you cool or stressed-out and excited before a
competition?
You are very depleted, thirsty, rushed and confused about scheduling of events. It always feels great after it's over.
Do you get many offers from model agencies after a successful competition?
I get offers all the time. But I usually don't take them for various reasons.
Isn't modeling an easy job for you?
Modeling is harder than it seems if you are a bodybuilder. It is like doing an all day workout because you have to stay pumped. A photo shooting can be very tiring.

How do you handle stress and discipline?
I just deal with it. Just think of the task at hand and do it.
A 15-year-old boy told me he admired you, because for him you are like one of these superheroes in cartoons - but you are even real! Do you like some of the cartoon superheroes too?
Yes, Spider-Man and Batman. Even though they aren't real they have good morals and try hard.
What's important for you in life? Do you have some kind of philosophy?
You know the path, so follow it. Don't dwell on the past. Always try to become better than what you are now. Be kind and helpful to others.
Thanks for this conversation, Sean.

You find the first part of the interview below the post about Tyler.

Special thanks to Allamericanguys who have placed their great photos at my disposal.

Here you find material of and about Sean Susini:

www.seansusini.net
Sean's homepage with order page for his Off Season Workout DVD
www.allamericanguys.com
Sean modeling and working out: many high-quality photos and videos
www.realworkoutsinc.com/bodybuilding.html
High-quality workout DVD: "Sean Susini: Full-Body Workout"
www.sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/Sean-Susini/
Sean's Yahoo fan group

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Two Tyler Videos: Pushups and Bench Warmup

Tyler Southwick:
"Gained 10 lbs so I had to make a little video of what i currently look like. I've been drinking cytogainer shakes during the day for about 3 weeks. I bulked up a little bit.. im going to cut again when i gain about 15 more lbs..if i need too..also the pushups were just for a little pump/ same with the pullups.. just had to clear that up for all you haters.. cause i kno ppl are gunna say dumb shit like.. do more pushups.. do different kinds of pullups.. blah blah blah.. this isnt a full routine this is just to show how my body looked as of 9-24-06.. thanks.."



Bench Warmup:

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Sean Susini Interview (1): "Break the Pain Barrier!"

Sean Susini is entering a new era of his life. The natural bodybuilder from Denville, NJ has racked up many bodybuilding championships, including an unprecedented four years in a row INBF Hercules International. Sean, 20 years old and no longer a teenager, continues working out and is preparing for professional competition.

Sean began weight lifting already as young teenager. Over the years, Sean developed a solid work ethic, working out almost everyday. I had the pleasure to talk with Sean. Here is part 1 of the interview. It's a conversation about bodybuilding, about fame and about life.

Sean, what's your first advise for someone who wants to get fit with workout?
Get regular exercise, eat right and get plenty of sleep.
You say "Eat right". What does this mean for a bodybuilder?
Eat low proportions of fat and well balance nutritious meals. I recommend a proportion of 45% 35% 20% between protein, carbs, and fat.
What do you think of all those supplements which are offered?
When things are too easy you will become weaker. Many of today's health accessories, such as drugs, medications etc., are keeping our bodies from building immunities. Humans tend to adapt to their surroundings.

What do you recommend for a succesful workout?
Do high reps, circuit training and running.
And especially for bodybuilders?
Do high intensity workouts, don't miss any workouts. And break the pain barrier!
Is there something special in your exercises what differs from usual workout routines?
Yes. Sometimes I do very high reps. I will put on a CD and perform reps for an entire CD, which is usually around 45 minutes.
Is there any information in public and media about workout which you regard as nonsense?
Yes. Many authorities limit the age at which you should start working out. I disagree with their limits. And bodybuilding does not mean that you will become muscle bound and loose movement.

You've got many fans especially by the internet. How much has internet influenced your life?
Internet has influenced all life in America. My web site brings a lot of acclaim. I am able to easily respond to requests for advise.
How do you handle the fact that you have fans all over the world?
I don't think about that. But I guess it's cool.
Do you have an idea for what they admire you most and what's your feeling?
They admire my accomplishments at a young age. I am glad to be a motivation to them and it encourages me to try harder.

Part 2 of the interview will follow soon. There Sean will talk more in detail about modeling and bodybuilding competitions.

Special thanks to Allamericanguys who have placed their great photos at my disposal.

Here you find material of and about Sean Susini:

www.seansusini.net
Sean's homepage with order page for his Off Season Workout DVD
www.allamericanguys.com
Sean modeling and working out: many high-quality photos and videos
www.realworkoutsinc.com/bodybuilding.html
High-quality workout DVD: "Sean Susini: Full-Body Workout"
www.sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/Sean-Susini/
Sean's Yahoo fan group

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Gregory Capra: Bonjour Coach!

Photo Jean-Philippe Raibaud

You shouldn't hire Gregory Capra as your personal trainer. You shouldn't hire him, because your friends may get jealous. Gregory is a young and pretty good-looking workout coach. The 22-year-old model is much in demand: fashion presentations, advertisements, art photography.


But Gregory is above all highly qualified: His big number of certificates give an impression of his profound knowlegde: Experience in a wide range of sports and mainly in bodybuilding. He has been working as a personal trainer in Paris and in Southern France for three years now.

Photo Jean-Philippe Raibaud

Gregory's own, stunning physique is one proof for his skills. His philosophy seems to work. His philosophy, that's a special mixture of passion, determination, even rigour, and humour. He knows to push his clients, to motivate them. But he also knows to listen to them. Perhaps that's his most important quality: The young, French guy is open-minded. He regards life as a constant learning process. Above all for himself.

The logo of Gregory's site www.gregory-capra.com

For those people who don't live in France and can't meet him in a gym, he has just launched his own workout site www.gregory-capra.com. There you get
online advice for all aspects of fitness: consultation for training routines, fat loss, cardio, building up muscle mass, better definition, nutrition and diet. And you can easily ask him about other sports too. Did I mention that Gregory is versatile? A question concerning football? Or athletics, judo, volleyball, climbing, sailing? He has done all of it. You mean motocross? Well, seven years practice. Therefore it might be better to change the beginning of this article: You should hire Gregory as personal trainer. Your buddies simply have to cope with it.

Gregory's stats:
Age: 22
Height: 5'9"
Weight: 167 lbs

Gregory's websites:

www.gregory-capra.com Workout consultation
www.gregory-capra.book.fr/ Modeling

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Nostalgic but Motivating: Marky Mark Workout

Now he is known as Mark Wahlberg and starring in movies like the upcoming thriller "The Departed". More than 10 years ago he was a rapper, called Marky Mark, and an underwear model of Calvin Klein. And Marky even made a workout video showing the exercises how he was building up his muscles. Here two short clips, biceps curls and stretching:

(c) Polyband

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Tyler: Squats - One Arm Pushups - Nutrition

It's always good to see when a bodybuilder is working out his legs as intensively as his other body parts. In the video you see Tyler performing squats. Moreover one arm pushups! And Tyler explains his nutrition:

"I eat about 5 small meals a day, mostly sandwiches like tuno, turkey, chicken, steak. I eat lots of fruits and veggies.

And I try to drink a protein drink in between meals about 2 times a day. Also I drink 8 - 10 tall glasses of water a day. "

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Sean Susini: Real Workout (2)

Sean's next hits are about to happen: The 20-year-old natural bodybuilder is thinking about a movie script which has been offered to him. The writer wants him to take the part of a fighter. Moreover Sean is preparing for the INBF NaturalMania that will be held in New York on September 23th. His fans keep their fingers crossed for him.

Here is part 2 of the best shots of Sean's workout DVD from RealworkoutsInc:

Workout DVDs with Sean:

Sean Susini: Full-Body Workout on RealworkoutsInc.

Off Season Workout on his homepage www.seansusini.net. I'll soon report about this DVD more in detail here on WorkoutInspiration. Click here to view a trailer.

More material about Sean Susini:

www.allamericanguys.com
Many high-quality photos and videos
www.sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/Sean-Susini/
Yahoo fan group

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