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Personal File

Branch "The Texas Titan" Warren was born February 28, 1975 in Tyler, Texas. He got his start in bodybuilding early when he took to the stage in 1992 – still a highschool freshman – winning the AAU Teenage Mr. America competition. It was apparent, even in the beginning, that he was willing to do whatever it took to build a better physique. Day after day he would sneak into the neighborhood gym through the back door because he couldn’t afford a membership. After getting his first taste of success at such a young age, his love for the sport of bodybuilding only grew. With the right combination of determination and great genetics he entered his first National Physique Committee (NPC) event, the NPC Teenage Nationals, where he won again.

It was Branch’s early success that built the muscular foundation that helped launch him into the pro ranks in 2001 by winning the National Bodybuilding & Fitness Championships, earning him his Pro card. But it was 2004 that catapulted his already-promising career to new heights when he made his pro debut at the Night of Champions, placing 8th and taking the bodybuilding world by storm. In 2006, he competed in his first Arnold Classic, almost winning the competition by taking 2nd place!

Today, Branch Warren is one of bodybuilding’s top pros. This Texas Titan continues to push his world-class physique to new heights. The words “thick,” “grainy” and “vascular” all describe the larger-than-life structure that has become Branch Warren – earning him respect from fans and competitors alike. And, this year, the 2011 Arnold Classic proved to be another pivotal contest for Branch’s pro career as he earned himself a first place win amidst a heavily muscled pro line-up.

From those humble early beginnings to turning pro, Branch Warren shows no sign of letting up anytime soon. In fact, Branch says, “To become a great professional bodybuilder, you need to be dedicated, consistent and have the drive to want to compete. No matter what comes your way, you’ve got to be able to push past it and persevere. It’s all about reaching your goals.”

Favorites

Favorite

Answer

Body part(s):

  • Chest

Body part to train:

  • Legs

Exercise(s):

  • Squats

Cheat food(s):

  • Any kind of pasta!

Movie(s):

  • Braveheart

TV show(s):

  • Barely watches any TV

Actor(s):

  • Russell Crowe and Jason Statham

Sport(s):

  • Football

Music to train to:

  • Metal

Hobbies:

  • Hiking and hunting
Competitions

Year

Competition Name

Place

2011

  • Arnold Classic1st Place

2010

  • Mr. Olympia3rd Place

2009

  • Mr. Olympia2nd Place
  • Arnold Classic3rd Place

2008

  • Arnold Classic4th Place

    Branch received his second most muscular award.

2007

  • Colorado Pro/AM Classic 7th Place
  • Keystone Pro Classic4th Place
  • New York Pro1st Place
  • Arnold Classic7th Place

2006

  • Mr. Olympia 12th Place
  • Grand Prix Australia5th Place
  • San Francisco Pro2nd Place
  • Arnold Classic 2nd Place

    Branch received the most muscular award.

2005

  • Mr. Olympia 8th Place
  • Charlotte Pro1st Place
  • Ironman Pro Invitational 4th Place
  • Europa Super Show 1st Place

2004

  • GNC Show of Strength 4th Place
  • Night of Champions 8th Place

2001

  • National Bodybuilding & Fitness Championships 1st Place

    Earn his pro card.

2000

  • USA Bodybuilding & Figure Championships3rd Place

1999

  • Junior Nationals 4th Place

1993

  • Teen National Bodybuilding & Fitness Championships1st Place
Training

Day

Muscle Group & Exercise

Weight & Reps

Monday

  • Back
  • Incline T-bar rows 3 sets x 10 reps
  • One arm dumbell rows 3 sets x 8 reps
  • Bent-over barbell rows 3 sets x 8 reps
  • Lat pull downs 3 sets x 15 reps
  • Seated upright row machine3 sets x 15 reps
  • Hammer strength pull downs 3 sets x 15 reps
  • Seated low cable row 3 sets x 20 reps
  • Rear delts on fly machine 4 sets x 10 reps
  • Bent over dumbell rear laterals 4 sets x 10 reps

Tuesday

  • Chest
  • Incline bench press 2 warm-up sets and then 3 sets x 8-12 reps
  • Flat dumbell press 3 sets x 10 reps, drop set on last set
  • Hammer strength incline press 3 sets x 10 reps
  • Weighted dips (with chains) 3 sets to failure
  • Cable crossovers 3 sets x 15 reps

Wednesday

  • Rest

Thursday

  • Biceps
  • Standing dumbell curls 3 sets x 8 reps
  • Standing barbell curls 3 sets x 12 reps
  • Preacher curls 3 sets x 12 reps
  • Triceps
  • Tricep pushdowns 3 sets x 15 reps
  • Seated dip machine 3 sets x 15 reps
  • Rope pushdowns 4 sets x 12 reps

Friday

  • Legs
  • Leg extensions 2 warm-up sets x 100 reps
  • Squats 2 light sets then 2 heavy sets to failure
  • Hack squats 3 sets x 10-15 reps
  • Leg press 3 sets x 30 reps
  • Seated leg curls 3 sets x 15 reps
  • Standing leg curls 3 sets x 10 reps
  • Lying leg curls 3 sets x 12 reps

Saturday

  • Lower back
  • Deadlifts 3-4 warm-up sets then 4-5 heavy sets x 5-8 reps
  • Shoulders
  • Military press 2 warm-up sets and then 3 sets x 10 reps
  • Squats3 sets x 12 reps
  • Side laterals 3 sets x 8-12 reps
  • Dumbell front raises 3 sets x 8 reps
  • Upright rows 3 sets x 12 reps

Sunday

  • Off

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Nutrition

Meal 1

Meal 2

  • 12 oz. of steak
  • 6 egg whites
  • Hash browns
  • Coffee

Pre-workout supplements

Post-workout supplements

Meal 3

  • 16 oz. of steak
  • Pasta with red sauce

Meal 4

Meal 5

  • Egg white omelet made with chicken and cheese potatoes

Meal 1

Meal 2

  • Egg white omelet with 8 oz. of steak and 1 oz. of cheese
  • 1 cup of potatoes

Pre-workout supplements

Post-workout supplements

Meal 3

  • 16 oz. of chicken
  • Steamed asparagus

Meal 4

Meal 5

  • 16 oz. of steak
  • Steamed asparagus

Meal 6

  • 6 egg whites
  • 8 oz. of turkey and salmon
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