Brandon Curry is a professional bodybuilder who competes for the IFBB. He’s won shows such as Arnold Classic Brazil, Arnold Classic Australia, and Toronto Supershow Pro, along with the 2011 Mr. Olympia, where he placed 8th.
Brandon was a sporty child in his youth; taking part in football, track and field, and gymnastics. He discovered fitness at the age of six, when he received a pair of dumbbells for his birthday.
From there, Brandon began building a career in fitness; becoming a certified personal trainer, and later, an accomplished athlete
Awards
2017 Arnold Classic Australia, 1st
2015 IFBB Dayana Cadeau Pro, 6th
2015 IFBB EVL’s Prague Pro, 11th
2015 IFBB Arnold Classic Europe, 9th
2015 IFBB Olympia Weekend, 16th
2015 IFBB Arnold Classic Brasil, 5th
2015 IFBB Toronto Pro Supershow, 1st
2015 IFBB Arnold Classic Australia, 5th
2015 IFBB Arnold Sports Festival, 7th
2014 IFBB Arnold Classic, 8th
2013 IFBB Arnold Classic Europe, 8th
2013 IFBB Olympia Weekend, 16th
2013 IFBB Arnold Classic Brazil, 1st
2012 IFBB Dallas Europa Supershow, 7th
2012 IFBB PBW Tampa Pro, 6th
2012 IFBB Mr. Europe Grand Prix, 8th
2012 NPC Emerald Cup, NP
2012 IFBB Arnold Classic, 7th
2011 IFBB Olympia, 8th
2011 IFBB Pro Bodybuilding Weekly Championships, 8th
2011 IFBB Toronto Pro Super Show, 3rd
2010 IFBB Europa Super Show, 8th
2010 IFBB Pro Bodybuilding Weekly Championships, 6th
2008 NPC USA Bodybuilding & Figure Championships, 1st
2008 NPC Los Angeles Bodybuilding, Figure & Fitness Championships, NP
2007 NPC National Championships, 2nd
2005 NPC Collegiate Nationals, 1st
2005 NPC Collegiate Nationals, 1st
Brandon’s Start to Fitness
Brandon Curry was born and raised in Nashville, the capital city of Tennessee. His parents encouraged him to lead an active lifestyle; enrolling him in youth gymnastic classes, later, wrestling, football, then track & field.
His interest in weight training began early on at the age of six. He would perform exercises with dumbbells at his home every day after school; gradually becoming fascinated with fitness.
By the time he finished high school, Brandon began building a career in fitness. He entered an exercise science program in college, furthering his knowledge on weight training and nutrition.
Becoming a Pro
In 2008, with almost 30 pounds of muscle added to his frame, Brandon out-shined his competition at the NPC USA Championships; winning 1st place.
Not only did Brandon win the national show, but, he also became a professional bodybuilder as a result. This meant he had a chance at competing against the best athletes in the world, on the IFBB stage.
Brandon’s Workout
Monday: Chest, Back, Shoulders (Hypertrophy)
Tuesday: Legs and Arms (Strength)
Wednesday: Rest
Thursday: Chest, Back, Shoulders (Strength)
Friday: Legs and Arms (Hypertrophy)
Weekends: Rest
Training Techniques
Double Contraction 1 1/2 Rep Techniques: 1 1/2 rep = 1 rep
For example, when Brandon does bench press – he goes down, halfway up, down again, and then pushes the bar all the way up. This counts as one rep.
Rest-Pause-Sets:
This training technique consists of doing one big set which consists of three small sets with 10-seconds rest between each.
Favorite Body Part
Brandon likes training his hamstrings and back the most. Some of his favorite exercises for these body parts are deadlifts, lying leg curls, pull ups, and t-bar rows.
Nutrition
Brandon has up to seven or eight meals a day, consuming mostly whole foods. His typical day-to-day foods are oatmeal, eggs, vegetables, meats, fruits, rice, nuts, and sweet potatoes.
In terms of cheat foods, Brandon eats them every now and then. His favorites are gummies, fruits snacks, and chocolate bars.
For supplements, Brandon consumes;
ZMA
Multivitamin
Fat Burner
Pre-Workout
Protein
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