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2012 Road To The Arnold: Branch Warren's Shoulder Workout

Bad@ss Branch Warren shares his shoulder workout as he prepares to defend his title at the 2012 Arnold Classic.

Branch Warren hasn't just put his stamp on the world of bodybuilding; he Fed-Ex-ed many of his competitors into oblivion. In 2011, he won the Arnold and the British Grand Prix. In 2010, he placed second at the Arnold and 3rd in the Mr. Olympia. In other words, his resume is growing as fast as his lat spread, which is wide enough to blot the sun.

We joined Branch for a workout as he prepared to defend his Arnold Classic title. He decided to train shoulders, using weights most men don't touch for chest. His workouts aren't for the weak-hearted - don't be surprised if he reaches through the screen and uses you for a biceps curl.

Watch Branch Warren trash it out in the gym.

Branch Warren Shoulder Workout - 8:28

Road To The Arnold | Mass With Class | Shoulder Workout

Branch Warren's Shoulder Training
  • Reverse Flyes With External Rotation Reverse Flyes With External Rotation

    Reverse Rear Flye

    Warm Up: Rotator Cuff; Sets 1-2: 12-15 reps; Set 3: 12-15 Reps; Double drop set, Drop weight twice: 10-12 reps
  • Seated Barbell Military Press Seated Barbell Military Press

    Barbell Military Press

    Warm up: 20 reps; Set 1: 12-15 reps (195 pounds); Set 2: 10-12 reps (225 pounds); Set 3: 10-12 reps (315 pounds)
  • Front Dumbbell Raise Front Dumbbell Raise

    Front Lateral Raise

    Warm Up: 15-20 reps; Set 1: 8-10 reps; Set 2: 8-10 reps; Set 3: (Drop Set) 8-10 reps; Drop weight: 6-8 reps
  • Side Lateral Raise Side Lateral Raise

    Side Lateral Raise

    Set 1: 10-12 reps; Set 2: 10-12 reps; Set 3: (Drop Set) 8-10 reps; Drop weight: 8-10 reps; Drop weight: 8-10 reps

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mstatefan91

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YESSS. Do it Branch! Favorite bodybuilder by far! Good old hard work!

Feb 24, 2012 8:55pm | report
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DerekStauffer

315 military press for 12 reps is crazy

Feb 25, 2012 3:43am | report
TARIKKK06

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TARIKKK06

He motivates me alot !

Feb 25, 2012 5:33am | report
notoriousgee06

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notoriousgee06

branch is a beast!!!!

Feb 28, 2012 2:06pm | report
mongo16

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mongo16

Dude is sick! Looks to be exceeding the doctors expectations after having surgery and think He will take #1 at the Arnold

Feb 29, 2012 9:40am | report
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dreambig1993

The weight he puts up for the amount of reps is crazy! love it

Feb 29, 2012 1:50pm | report
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Mike0110

I love bodybuilding and i would love to get huge. But not that huge...

Mar 2, 2012 8:24am | report
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2012tactics

SICK!!!! hell yea!

Mar 2, 2012 7:52pm | report
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sfm073

looks like he's working out in Rocky's gym.

Mar 3, 2012 12:27pm | report
Polkmama

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Polkmama

Congrat's on reaching your goal!
2012 Arnold Classic Champ!!!!

Mar 4, 2012 6:05pm | report
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dmpenwell

someone please tell this guy to stop talking so freakin fast. he is totally adhd

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Jarrad11

315 Military Press?! WOW!

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haha he may be adhd, but thats probably why hes such a freak in the gym

Mar 5, 2012 8:15am | report
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fabjso

CRAZY WORKOUT.....GOOD JOB

Mar 5, 2012 6:14pm | report
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LVNFAST

Beast mode! Branch you rock and I steal your workouts all the time. Just not with as much weight of coarse...Ha HA.

Mar 6, 2012 5:39am | report
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MRVIRUET

Sounds like a good plan!!

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