Posts by: John Hansen

Bulking Up in Your 20′s

/ Posted 05.01.2013

Q: I’m 17 years old—almost 18. I recently started my bulk, which will last for eight months. I weigh around … continue reading

How important are the numbers of sets and reps?

/ Posted 04.29.2013

Q: I’ve been working out for one year, three or four days a week. I gained three kilograms of muscle … continue reading

My Mr Universe Contest Diet

/ Posted 04.12.2013

As I reported last month, I won my third Mr. Universe title, 20 years after my second victory—at 49 years … continue reading

Mr. Universe Training

/ Posted 03.08.2013

It’s hard to believe that I won my first Natural Mr. Universe title 20 years ago. I still vividly remember … continue reading

Natural Bodybuilding Tips

/ Posted 01.16.2013

Q: To what extent do you think natural training for bodybuilding should differ from the training that enhanced guys do? … continue reading

Bigger Gaining and Overtraining

/ Posted 01.13.2013

Q: I’m a 24-year-old business student from Austria and a huge bodybuilding fan! It is a real pleasure to get … continue reading

How to Balance HIIT and Steady-State Cardio

/ Posted 12.21.2012

Q: I noticed that you prefer HIIT for cardio. I also noticed that you don’t like to do it in … continue reading

Adjusting Your Training Techniques As You Age

/ Posted 12.17.2012

Q: I’m a meso-endomorph, so it’s pretty easy for me to put on muscle but it’s also easy as hell … continue reading

Finding the Optimal Low Carb Diet/Training Plan

/ Posted 11.20.2012

Q: In working with your many clients, do you find that some gain lean mass more on a moderate-carb, moderate-fat … continue reading

If I’m drug-free, how often should I train each bodypart?

/ Posted 11.12.2012

Q: I’ve been involved in training since I was 14. I’m 40 now. I’ve never touched steroids, and for the … continue reading

Grow More Muscle With Hellcentrics

/ Posted 09.26.2012

When I was training hard last year for my IRON MAN cover shoot, I experimented with a new training style … continue reading

Fight Obesity: How to Workout and Lose Fat After A Long Hiatus

/ Posted 08.20.2012

Q: I’ve been reading your column for a number of years, so that’s why I am writing you. I’m obese. … continue reading

Build Amazing Legs With Just One Exercise

/ Posted 07.29.2012

Q: I just stumbled across your leg workout 10×10 post on Bodybuilding.com and thought it was awesome. I’d like to … continue reading

Are You Having Trouble Burning Body Fat?

/ Posted 07.18.2012

Q: I’m 26, 6’ tall and 278 pounds, and I’m having trouble burning bodyfat. I’m guessing I’m about 30 percent … continue reading

Strategies for Building A Massive Chest

/ Posted 07.05.2012

Q: I’m 32 years old and have been training properly only about nine months. I have seen a little development … continue reading

Time-Saving Superset Workout

/ Posted 05.30.2012

Q: I’m getting back into the gym, and I was considering starting a four-days-a-week superset workout to save time and … continue reading

Muscle, Metabolism and Bodyfat

/ Posted 05.29.2012

Q: I’m 16, and I lift weights and exercise. I get stronger, but I can’t lose weight. I’m 5’9” and … continue reading

Building Impressive Biceps

/ Posted 05.02.2012

Q: You definitely have the arms, especially the biceps—which is the required muscle, isn’t it? I’m up to 19 inches, … continue reading

Building Muscle, Staying Lean

/ Posted 05.01.2012

Q: You recently said that older guys should aim to stay leaner. I’m 43 and natural, but I constantly struggle … continue reading

Contest Prep

/ Posted 04.06.2012

Q: I have a question regarding contest prep. I’m still a kid—18—but I think it would be great to get … continue reading

Splits for Size

/ Posted 04.04.2012

Q: Since I’ve been training for a year and consider myself an intermediate, should I follow a five-day split or … continue reading

Building Mass Naturally

/ Posted 03.17.2012

Q: I think natural bodybuilders lose too much muscle for contests. It seems that in order to get down to … continue reading

Hardgainer Mass-Building Solutions

/ Posted 03.09.2012

Q: I want to get a little bigger since I weigh only 130. I am 20 years old, and I’m … continue reading

Size Splits and Bodypart Hits

/ Posted 02.12.2012

Q: I have a question about my routine. I’m going to work out four times a week and work every … continue reading

Genetic Limit to Muscle Growth

/ Posted 01.16.2012

Q: I have a few questions. First, how do you get into photo shoots, and do you make a lot … continue reading

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