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Hailing from Windsor, Ontario, Fouad Abiad started bodybuilding in 2001 when his friend and local competitor encouraged him to give it a shot. Genetically gifted, he had already assembled a physique that had thick, full muscle bellies that were perfectly proportioned on his already large frame. It turned out Fouad also had the excruciating discipline for the punishing training sessions he would need to make it in his quest to one day stake his place on the stages of professional bodybuilding.

It was 2001 that launched him into the spotlight when he entered and won his first show at the Windsor Cup in the heavyweight division.  From that point on, intense focus, along with his heavily muscled physique, continued to help him build a resume that boasted first-place finishes at the Canadian Championships from 2004-2006. It was that success that eventually led Fouad to acquiring his IFBB pro card, catapulting him into the pro ranks. And he didn't disappoint. After competing in just three pro contests, he's already cracked the top ten twice, lending credibility to the fact that Fouad will surely be a force to be reckoned with as he takes aim at the Tampa Bay Pro and the Europa Pro in an attempt to qualify for his first Mr. Olympia in September!

Outside of bodybuilding, Fouad is an online nutrition consultant and personal trainer. With a background in criminology, Fouad was studying to be a police officer until he decided to focus all of his efforts on bodybuilding. When Fouad isn't training he enjoys music, business and customizing cars.

Growing up, Fouad was inspired by his father, older brother and sister, who all showed him that hard work, drive, focus and ambition are what it takes to reach the goals that you set out to achieve.

Plans for 2008:
Tampa Bay Pro Show, Europa Pro Show and qualify for the Olympia.

Favorites

Favorite

Answer

Body part(s):

  • Back

Body part to train:

  • Back

Exercise(s):

  • Barbell rows

Cheat food(s):

  • Pasta and pizza

Movie(s):

  • American Gangster

TV show(s):

  • Seinfeld

Actor(s):

  • Denzel Washington

Sport(s):

  • Football

Music to train to:

  • Hard rock/Korn

Hobbies:

  • Watching TV and shopping
Competitions

Year

Competition Name

Place

2008

  • Houston Pro 7th Place

2007

  • Atlantic City Pro 8th Place
  • Grand Prix Montreal 5th Place

2006

  • Atlantic City Pro 15th Place
  • Canadian Championships (Super-Heavyweight) 1st Place & overall winner

2005

  • Canadian Championships (Super-Heavyweight) 1st Place

2004

  • Canadian Championships (Heavyweight)1st Place

2003

  • Canadian Championships (Heavyweight)5th Place

2002

  • Ontario Championships (Heavyweight)3rd Place
  • South Central Ontario1st Place & overall

2001

  • Windsor Cup1st Place & overall
Training

Day

Muscle Group & Exercise

Weight & Reps

Day 1

  • Back
  • Reverse grip pulldown 3 sets x 10 reps
  • Reverse grip barbell row 4 sets x 8 reps
  • T-Bar row3 sets x 6 to 8 reps
  • Deadlift3 sets x 8 reps
  • Wide grip pulldown3 sets x 8 to 10 reps
  • Traps
  • Barbell shrugs 4 sets x 8 reps
  • Rear Delts
  • Reverse pec deck4 sets x 8 to 10 reps

Day 2

  • Biceps
  • Barbell curls 4 sets x 8 to 10 reps
  • Hammer curls 4 sets x 8 to 10 reps
  • Preacher curls 4 sets x 8 to 10 reps
  • Triceps
  • Tricep pressdown 4 sets x 10 to 12 reps
  • Close grip bench 4 sets x 6 to 8 reps
  • Narrow grip dips 4 sets x failure
  • Calves
  • Seated calf raise 4 sets x 8 reps
  • Standing calf raise4 sets x 8 reps
  • Donkey calf raise2 sets x 6 to 8 reps

Day 3

  • Rest

Day 4

  • Quads
  • Leg extension 4 sets x 15 reps (rest pause, 10 to 15 more)
  • Narrow stance squat 5 sets x 8 to 12 reps
  • Leg press or hack squat 5 sets x 8 to 12 reps
  • Hamstrings
  • Lying leg curl 3 sets x 8 to 10 reps
  • Stiff leg deadlift5 sets x 10 to 12 reps
  • Calves
  • Calf raises on leg press machine5 sets x 10 reps
  • Donkey calf press5 sets x 10 reps

Day 5

  • Chest
  • Incline bench press4 sets x 8 reps
  • Incline hammer press 4 sets x 8 reps
  • Flat bench press3 sets x 8 reps
  • Cable crossover3 sets x 8 reps
  • Front & Side Delts
  • Lateral raise 4 sets x 8 reps (drop set x 10 more)
  • Behind the neck military press 4 sets x 8 to 10 reps

Day 6

  • Off

Day 7

  • Repeat

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Nutrition

Meal

Food

Meal 1

Meal 2

  • 16 egg whites
  • 1 cup of brown rice

Pre-Workout

Post-Workout

Meal 3

  • 12 oz. of flank steak
  • 1 cup of brown rice

Meal 4

  • 12 oz. of chicken breast
  • 1 cup of greens

Meal 5

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