Background

I have been weightlifting for about 8 years and finally decided that I wanted to get into the best shape of my life! I was hesitant about entering a bodybuilding competition so I decided to compete in the AST World Championships. As a result of winning my class I have had the opportunity to meet and discuss training, diet, and supplementation strategies with some of the greatest natural bodybuilders around, including Skip La Cour, Jeff Willet, and Derik Farnsworth.

The positive results I have achieved has inspired me to take my level of fitness and nutritional knowledge to a new level. I am currently studying to become a Certified Fitness Trainer under the ISSA and would like to participate in competitive bodybuilding in the future.

I started lifting weights as a hobby and a way to make myself more attractive to the opposite sex. However, I have only been what I consider bodybuilding (training consistently, eating properly, measuring progress) since March 2002.

Bodybuilding to me is a way to constantly challenge myself to reach a higher level of development and commitment. It is about setting ambitious goals, reaching those goals, then establishing new, more demanding goals. I believe bodybuilding is a very individual activity and that anyone can benefit from it.

He can be contacted at russ@russyeager.com.

Vital Stats

Years Bodybuilding: 7 Months (8 years lifting weights) Favorite Bodyparts: Legs, Shoulders, Arms Favorite Exercise: Squats, Military Press, Barbell Curls Favorite Supplements: VP2, Creatine, L-Glutamine, Ny-Tro Pro 40 Hobbies: Bodybuilding, Discussing training, diet, supplementation strategies, music, movies, reading. Favorite Bodybuilders: Skip LaCour, Jeff Willet, Derik Farnsworth, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Quincy Taylor Website: www.russyeager.com

Age: 27 Height: 6'6 Weight: 220 lbs Chest: 48 Calves: 17.5 Legs: 28 Arms: 17.5 Waist: 33

Training Journals

I decided that I would like to contribute by adding my own views, thoughts, and feelings to the website so that I may help to educate and/or inspire others in their bodybuilding and healthy lifestyle endeavors.

During the 13 week AST 2002 World Championships Contest I kept a training journal, which includes detailed daily entries of my weight training and cardiovascular training sessions, as well as changes made to my nutrition and supplementation plan.

The journal contains my inner thoughts and emotions, as well as the experiences I encounter during the 13 weeks, both in the weight room and in other areas of my life.

My journal is appox. 170 pages long! Click below to download it!

Articles :: Sorted By Date

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An Overview Of My Training Journal!
My journal includes detailed daily entries of my weight training and cardiovascular training sessions, as well as changes made to my nutrition and supplementation plan.
Section: Training :: Mar 03, 2003

My First Arnold Classic Experience.
This article takes a different view and discusses my inaugural experience at the biggest bodybuilding and fitness exposition in the world.
Section: Contests :: Mar 05, 2003

My Journey To The Mr. Alabama 2003!
Follow me as I go through a strict training and diet schedule leading up to the Alabama State on August 9, 2003!
Section: Contests :: Apr 11, 2003

My Journey To The Mr. Alabama 2003 - Week 1!
Follow me as I go through a strict training and diet schedule leading up to the Alabama State on August 9, 2003!
Section: Contests :: Apr 18, 2003

My Journey To The Mr. Alabama 2003 - Week 2!
Follow me as I go through a strict training and diet schedule leading up to the Alabama State on August 9, 2003!
Section: Contests :: Apr 25, 2003

My Journey To The Mr. Alabama 2003 - Week 3!
Follow me as I go through a strict training and diet schedule leading up to the Alabama State on August 9, 2003!
Section: Contests :: May 05, 2003

My Journey To The Mr. Alabama 2003 - Week 4!
Follow me as I go through a strict training and diet schedule leading up to the Alabama State on August 9, 2003!
Section: Contests :: May 09, 2003

My Journey To The Mr. Alabama 2003 - Week 5!
Follow me as I go through a strict training and diet schedule leading up to the Alabama State on August 9, 2003!
Section: Contests :: May 16, 2003

Russ Yeager's Questions & Answers!
Check out these awesome questions and answer from various Bodybuilding.com viewers!
Section: Training :: May 19, 2003

My Journey To The Mr. Alabama 2003 - Week 6!
Follow me as I go through a strict training and diet schedule leading up to the Alabama State on August 9, 2003!
Section: Contests :: May 23, 2003

My Journey To The Mr. Alabama 2003 - Week 7!
Follow me as I go through a strict training and diet schedule leading up to the Alabama State on August 9, 2003!
Section: Contests :: May 30, 2003

My Journey To The Mr. Alabama 2003 - Week 8!
Follow me as I go through a strict training and diet schedule leading up to the Alabama State on August 9, 2003!
Section: Contests :: Jun 09, 2003

My Journey To The Mr. Alabama 2003 - Week 9!
Follow me as I go through a strict training and diet schedule leading up to the Alabama State on August 9, 2003!
Section: Contests :: Jun 18, 2003

My Journey To The Mr. Alabama 2003 - Week 10!
Follow me as I go through a strict training and diet schedule leading up to the Alabama State on August 9, 2003!
Section: Contests :: Jun 20, 2003

My Journey To The 2003 USA Naturals - Week 11!
Follow me as I go through a strict training and diet schedule leading up to the USA Naturals on August 9, 2003!
Section: Contests :: Jun 28, 2003

My Journey To The 2003 USA Naturals - Week 12!
There are now less than six weeks until the Pacific USA Naturals, which means I only have five full weeks of all out training left to improve before stepping on stage for the first time.
Section: Contests :: Jul 05, 2003

My Journey To The 2003 USA Naturals - Week 13!
Follow me as I go through a strict training and diet schedule leading up to the USA Naturals on August 9, 2003!
Section: Contests :: Jul 16, 2003

My Journey To The 2003 USA Naturals - Week 14!
Follow me as I go through a strict training and diet schedule leading up to the USA Naturals on August 9, 2003!
Section: Contests :: Jul 18, 2003

My Journey To The 2003 USA Naturals - Week 15!
Follow me as I go through a strict training and diet schedule leading up to the USA Naturals on August 9, 2003!
Section: Contests :: Jul 25, 2003

My Journey To The 2003 USA Naturals - Week 16!
Follow me as I go through a strict training and diet schedule leading up to the USA Naturals on August 9, 2003!
Section: Contests :: Aug 02, 2003

My Journey To The 2003 USA Naturals - Week 17!
Follow me as I go through a strict training and diet schedule leading up to the USA Naturals on August 9, 2003!
Section: Contests :: Aug 07, 2003

My Journey To The 2003 USA Naturals - Final Week!
Find out what happened at my contest, my thoughts about it, my future plans and much more...
Section: Contests :: Aug 18, 2003

Taking It Up A Notch In 2004!
Persistence and determination pays off! Keep this in mind as you embark on your journey to building your ultimate physique and taking your level of health, fitness, and life up a notch in the upcoming year!
Section: Mind :: Jan 09, 2004

Using A Recovery Week To Propel Your Muscle-Building Efforts!
I did not work out yesterday. I also did not work out today, nor will I work out tomorrow, the next day, or the day after, for that matter. What the heck? What kind of bodybuilder am I? A smart one. Learn why and the importance of a recovery week.
Section: Training :: Feb 19, 2004

Lose The 'Hardgainer' Mentality To Initiate New Muscle Growth.
I just don’t have the right genetics to build muscle. I have tried everything, but I just can’t get any bigger. If you have ever said any of these things, read on...
Section: Mind :: Mar 30, 2006

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