Standing 6’5″ inches and weighing 298 pounds, few men cast a shadow as large as Rob Terry; the Welsh Dragon from Swansea. This lifelong bodybuilder turned international feared pro wrestler is just getting started on world domination.We caught up with the man they call “The Freak” and gathered the following training tips to help keep you at the top of your game.
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Always Warm-Up Thoroughly
All to often the warm-up portion of a training session is skipped in the rush to get to the bench and lift. Stretching not only wakes up the muscles but it helps with circulation and sends a message to the brain that physical activity is imminent. Warm-up sets will also give you an indication of how you feel on a particular day and how heavy to aim further sets.”I always do warm-up sets”, says Rob who was first spotted and signed by the WWE. “Stretching those muscle fibers before lifting gets you in an optimum state for what lies ahead and protects against tears and strains.”
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Mix Up Your Cardio
“I incorporate different variations of cardio for the fast and powerful movements necessary in the ring,” Rob admits. The former TNA Universal wrestling champion adds, “It’s great for burning fat. I find the best time for cardio is first thing in the morning or immediately after a workout.”Rob is a proponent of changing up routines to keep the body guessing. By mixing up your cardio you will be less likely to get bored and the body will have to adapt to different challenges.
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Hit Your Muscles From Different Angles
Just as with cardio, Rob advocates changing your lifting routines. “I don’t stick to the same exercises or workouts for very long. I like to change them around so I can hit the body from different angles. Any change will make a difference, for example alternating your grip from close to wide or changing up the exercise order.”
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Get Plenty of Rest Between Workouts
Because the ‘Welsh Dragon’ bangs heads on a nightly basis in the ring, he needs to make sure he’s not tapped out after a gym session. Rob says “Every body part I train is extremely sore the day after. Sometimes after a leg session I walk like an old man. I make sure to get plenty of rest between workouts.”
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Supplement with the Right Amoung of Protein
There is a lot of debate about the ‘right’ amount of protein. “The Freak” is more than qualified to give an opinion on the subject, telling M&F: “I try and keep my daily protein intake around 300g per day which is roughly 1g per pound of bodyweight. I feel any more than this is a strain and a waste on the body.” There’s no doubt that protein is essential, but overdoing it will provide additional calories that the body may not need.
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Keep Your Water Intake High
Water is beneficial on a number of levels. Not only does it rehydrate cells, but it also pushes toxins out of the body and stimulates the metabolism. “I make sure my water intake is high and I never drink less than 2 litres a day,” says Rob. “I find my body performs better when I drink more water.”
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Take a Travel Cooker with You
Ok, so this one is going to take some commitment, but Rob has found a way to make sure he always had the food he wants, when he needs it. “Sticking to a diet on the road can be very hard at times, especially in places like Japan. I always take a travel cooker and prepare all my own food. It’s all about preparation and thinking ahead to the next meal or session.
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Get Some Super Supplements
For the athlete that goes the extra mile in the gym, additional supplementation can be utilized to speed-up recovery, facilitate further muscle growth and protect.On supplementation Rob says: “I’ll have a carb drink post-workout and I also work in glutamine, creatine, glucosomine, cod liver oil and multivitamins.” While food provides many of the same nutrients, the convenience factor makes additional supplements like these critical for hardcore trainers like Rob.
Standing 6’5″ inches and weighing 298 pounds, few men cast a shadow as large as Rob Terry; the Welsh Dragon from Swansea. This lifelong bodybuilder turned international feared pro wrestler is just getting started on world domination.
We caught up with the man they call “The Freak” and gathered the following training tips to help keep you at the top of your game.
Always Warm-Up Thoroughly
All to often the warm-up portion of a training session is skipped in the rush to get to the bench and lift. Stretching not only wakes up the muscles but it helps with circulation and sends a message to the brain that physical activity is imminent. Warm-up sets will also give you an indication of how you feel on a particular day and how heavy to aim further sets.
“I always do warm-up sets”, says Rob who was first spotted and signed by the WWE. “Stretching those muscle fibers before lifting gets you in an optimum state for what lies ahead and protects against tears and strains.”
Mix Up Your Cardio
“I incorporate different variations of cardio for the fast and powerful movements necessary in the ring,” Rob admits. The former TNA Universal wrestling champion adds, “It’s great for burning fat. I find the best time for cardio is first thing in the morning or immediately after a workout.”
Rob is a proponent of changing up routines to keep the body guessing. By mixing up your cardio you will be less likely to get bored and the body will have to adapt to different challenges.
Hit Your Muscles From Different Angles
Just as with cardio, Rob advocates changing your lifting routines. “I don’t stick to the same exercises or workouts for very long. I like to change them around so I can hit the body from different angles. Any change will make a difference, for example alternating your grip from close to wide or changing up the exercise order.”
Get Plenty of Rest Between Workouts
Because the ‘Welsh Dragon’ bangs heads on a nightly basis in the ring, he needs to make sure he’s not tapped out after a gym session. Rob says “Every body part I train is extremely sore the day after. Sometimes after a leg session I walk like an old man. I make sure to get plenty of rest between workouts.”
Supplement with the Right Amoung of Protein
There is a lot of debate about the ‘right’ amount of protein. “The Freak” is more than qualified to give an opinion on the subject, telling M&F: “I try and keep my daily protein intake around 300g per day which is roughly 1g per pound of bodyweight. I feel any more than this is a strain and a waste on the body.” There’s no doubt that protein is essential, but overdoing it will provide additional calories that the body may not need.
Keep Your Water Intake High
Water is beneficial on a number of levels. Not only does it rehydrate cells, but it also pushes toxins out of the body and stimulates the metabolism. “I make sure my water intake is high and I never drink less than 2 litres a day,” says Rob. “I find my body performs better when I drink more water.”
Take a Travel Cooker with You
Ok, so this one is going to take some commitment, but Rob has found a way to make sure he always had the food he wants, when he needs it. “Sticking to a diet on the road can be very hard at times, especially in places like Japan. I always take a travel cooker and prepare all my own food. It’s all about preparation and thinking ahead to the next meal or session.
Get Some Super Supplements
For the athlete that goes the extra mile in the gym, additional supplementation can be utilized to speed-up recovery, facilitate further muscle growth and protect.
On supplementation Rob says: “I’ll have a carb drink post-workout and I also work in glutamine, creatine, glucosomine, cod liver oil and multivitamins.” While food provides many of the same nutrients, the convenience factor makes additional supplements like these critical for hardcore trainers like Rob.
