Q & A with PJ Braun NPC National Bodybuilder Competitor

[PJ BRAUN]

Hey PJ I gotta question for ya.

I'm 5'11" 202lb right now, and when I go out in public, I feel pretty damn good. I think I have decent size and shape. The general public is filled with people who dont lift anyway, so I feel like I do stand out. So im wondering...

Whats it like walking around, knowing you are bigger and more conditioned than 99% of the people you see on a daily basis? I know I feel great, but your just on another level. I'm willing to bet there's no amount of Test that can bring confidence to the level that yours is at. All those years of growing... daily compliments... strength increasing...getting sponsored.. etc.. What has that experience been like for ya?

Eh, lol...I suppose its cool. I never got into it because of what others think...Lots of people think its gross or dont understand. Lots of gay men love it, and yes lots of woman love it too. I dont even realize how Abnormal I am though...and to be honest when I retire from the stage I am going to downsize considerably cus its just plain tiring carrying the weight around all day and I miss being athletic. I really just love to train. I ove to try new things and test my limits. I like to see the changes in my self. Its a personal quest I guess because I am never happy with what I see in teh mirror so I strive to cosistently change it. I suppose thats whay makes me keep going hard after 17 years!

PJ, what's your favorite color?

YouTube Video

LMAO Green...Excellent movie...Your the F'n man Curt!

 

[bmgrajeda]

PJ, what is your opinion on full body workouts, like HST style? Thanks!

 

[PJ BRAUN]

PJ, what is your opinion on full body workouts, like HST style? Thanks!

Depending on your goals, long term and short, they have there place...done consistently wont be optimal for muscle gain.

 

[stfuandliftbtch]

sup man, looking huge! Got one question!?

The past year or so i have been dealing with some very bad cystic acne from gear. During the cruise the acne tapers down, and when i up my test to 750mg range, it flairs up again bad. Like, to the point where not only do i not wear tank tops to the gym, but i now no longer ever wear WHITE shirts due to the 50% probability that my white shirt will become stained red in blood during certain lifts(lying on bench, dumbbell press, leg press, etc.) from the cystic acne. Very graphic, sorry about that.

So my question is, have you ever had any acne problems since you began bodybuilding?
Have you or any of your friends had to use accutane to combat it?

Thanks!

 

[PJ BRAUN]

sup man, looking huge! Got one question!?

The past year or so i have been dealing with some very bad cystic acne from gear. During the cruise the acne tapers down, and when i up my test to 750mg range, it flairs up again bad. Like, to the point where not only do i not wear tank tops to the gym, but i now no longer ever wear WHITE shirts due to the 50% probability that my white shirt will become stained red in blood during certain lifts(lying on bench, dumbbell press, leg press, etc.) from the cystic acne. Very graphic, sorry about that.

So my question is, have you ever had any acne problems since you began bodybuilding?
Have you or any of your friends had to use accutane to combat it?

Thanks!

Myself, no, but I had a client who had to go on a very aggressive Accutane protocol for months to get his to calm down. He had the worse case of Acne I have ever seen. I feel part of his problem was starting an aggressive drug protocol at a young age (22)I dont think younger guys should be using Anabolics like that. One thing you can try first is some strong Antibiotics. Augmentin would be the choice here. Also be sure to be on a regular schedul of injections consistently rather then doing just one big shot. Seek medical attention when you have bad issues like that your body is telling you something!

 

[oufinny]

I would give this a try, long term dosing of antibiotics carries a lot of its own risks; least mentioned but most important is the killing off of good intestinal flora that leads to proper digestion of key nutrients.

Black Lion Research Acnedren

This is what I would try, I keep hearing rave reviews and the main ingredient is a high dose of B5, a lot less risk there than long term accutane or antibiotics.

 

[Aaron Singerman]

People who are reading PJ's thread:

PJ is knowledgeable, and he will help you, BUT, PJ is only good... Not great.

If you want greatness, please check out MY thread:

http://www.ironmagazineforums.com/e...singerman-national-ironmaglabs-spokesman.html

 

[PJ BRAUN]

I would give this a try, long term dosing of antibiotics carries a lot of its own risks; least mentioned but most important is the killing off of good intestinal flora that leads to proper digestion of key nutrients.

Black Lion Research Acnedren

This is what I would try, I keep hearing rave reviews and the main ingredient is a high dose of B5, a lot less risk there than long term accutane or antibiotics.

Thats what you would do...the thing is he did not come into your Q and A and ask you...he came into mine.

For the record I dont condone the use of antibiotics, but most bad acne is essentailly an infection of the skin that can be cured with medication, that may however be toxic on the liver in instances like Accutane, but does work and wipe the problem out for good. Antibiotics on the other hand are a short term vure. If using antibiotics for 7 days or so and no change in condition has occured then odds are your not going to benefit doing them any longr.

 

[bmgrajeda]

Depending on your goals, long term and short, they have there place...done consistently wont be optimal for muscle gain.

Thanks for the reply. I know diet is key, trying to lose some lard. Lol. I was just wanting to try something else other than the traditional split routine.

 

[ANIMALHAUS]

What are your off season measurements for neck, chest, arms, forearms, waist, legs and calves?

 

[Saney]

People who are reading PJ's thread:

PJ is knowledgeable, and he will help you, BUT, PJ is only good... Not great.

If you want greatness, please check out MY thread:

http://www.ironmagazineforums.com/e...singerman-national-ironmaglabs-spokesman.html

Agreed!

PJ has Noob written all over

 

[PJ BRAUN]

Thanks for the reply. I know diet is key, trying to lose some lard. Lol. I was just wanting to try something else other than the traditional split routine.

I like to say diet is 80% of your success regardless of goals!

What are your off season measurements for neck, chest, arms, forearms, waist, legs and calves?

Not too sure...My waist stays pretty small though and my neck is abnormally large, I have to buy dress shrts with 20plus inch necks if I want to button them. sucks

Agreed!

PJ has Noob written all over

I'm learning!

 

[Arnold]

People who are reading PJ's thread:

PJ is knowledgeable, and he will help you, BUT, PJ is only good... Not great.

If you want greatness, please check out MY thread:

http://www.ironmagazineforums.com/e...singerman-national-ironmaglabs-spokesman.html

 

[PJ BRAUN]

He's just using the braunster to try to get more views on his thread thats lagging WAY behind mine...

 

[ebn2002]

PJ,

I noticed in your methadrol experiment thread you detailed your chest routine. The rep ranges were higher than I expected, 12-20, and close to the way I prefer to train, but everything I read is about the 6-12 rep range.

Like everyone else here, I would really like to see your routine with rep ranges!

Thanks for all the info you provide also.

 

[TheCongregation]

PJ

What is your opinion of ALRI's Humapro? Do you buy their claims?

 

[returnofthdragon]

Have you ever heard of bodybuilders drinking breast milk? My wife is on lots of female based forums and has heard of people selling for $2 an ounce to bodybuilders.

 

[Pork Chop]

what do you think of guys who admit they use 1,000mg of test per day?
do you think most guys lie and say they use 1,000 per week when they are really using 1,000 per day?

 

[Saney]

I have a question for PJ

Why aren't you taller?

 

[Pitbull44]

PJ whats your thoughts on running tren at a higher dose than test? Thanks

 

[fizerb]

Any suggestions on where to find jeans that fit?

 

[PJ BRAUN]

PJ,

I noticed in your methadrol experiment thread you detailed your chest routine. The rep ranges were higher than I expected, 12-20, and close to the way I prefer to train, but everything I read is about the 6-12 rep range.

Like everyone else here, I would really like to see your routine with rep ranges!

Thanks for all the info you provide also.

I switch it up all the time to be honest but I only go heavy (6-8 reps) about once a month now because of my injuries. I feel the volume really works for me. Most workouts I detail for clients are in a 8-12 rep range. I started out as a powerlifter doing sets of 1,3 and 5 so I built a good foundation at an early age!

PJ

What is your opinion of ALRI's Humapro? Do you buy their claims?

I like it, I am not opposed to it, but I would not use it to REPLACE a meal.

Have you ever heard of bodybuilders drinking breast milk? My wife is on lots of female based forums and has heard of people selling for $2 an ounce to bodybuilders.

Yes its super anabolic and loaded with colustrum, but thats only for about the first 2 weeks and its not gonna make you grow like crazy, lol

what do you think of guys who admit they use 1,000mg of test per day?
do you think most guys lie and say they use 1,000 per week when they are really using 1,000 per day?

I have never heard of anyone using that high ever!!! Highest dose I ever heard from a pro was 4g a week which blew my mind but then again he was freaking huge!!! No one needs that much...

I have a question for PJ

Why aren't you taller?

Genetics brother, genetics...Thats why I bodybuild instead of play a real sport

PJ whats your thoughts on running tren at a higher dose than test? Thanks

Not necessary. You dont need alot of tren its very strong!

How You can do? very amazing.
treadmill

Any suggestions on where to find jeans that fit?

I like Lucky brand loose fit!!

 

[returnofthdragon]

Yes its super anabolic and loaded with colustrum, but thats only for about the first 2 weeks and its not gonna make you grow like crazy, lol

Well damn. I have an in house supplier, but it's been making milk for a year. Good protein shakes though.

 

[Calves of Steel]

PJ...how much did you weigh at the arnold? I got a pic with you and I was 243 that day but you looked twice my size!

 

[ctr10]

PJ can you works abdominals every day, I once heard that it was the only muscle you could work everyday, then I read a article in Men's Health that said you shouldn't

 

[hypo_glycemic]

Hey PJ. Didn't get a chance to find you at the Arnold. Did you see Jeann L from Jan Tana? I told her you were on the board and she said you were a pain in the butt Lol. Hope everything is well bro!!

 

[PJ BRAUN]

Well damn. I have an in house supplier, but it's been making milk for a year. Good protein shakes though.

hahahaha Awesome, I will be taking advantage of that when the time comes...sorry baby braun daddy needs this, lol

PJ...how much did you weigh at the arnold? I got a pic with you and I was 243 that day but you looked twice my size!

I went out there at 253, came home 246...happens every year, impossible to keep your weight up there! This sound silly but I have really small bones so I look heavier than I really am. Wheres the pic of us?!

PJ can you works abdominals every day, I once heard that it was the only muscle you could work everyday, then I read a article in Men's Health that said you shouldn't

No thaqts ridiculous, nothing should be trained every day

Hey PJ. Didn't get a chance to find you at the Arnold. Did you see Jeann L from Jan Tana? I told her you were on the board and she said you were a pain in the butt Lol. Hope everything is well bro!!

haha ME?!?!! Shes a way bigger pain in the butt!! lmao I did not see her

 

[Aaron Singerman]

Hey PJ. Didn't get a chance to find you at the Arnold. Did you see Jeann L from Jan Tana? I told her you were on the board and she said you were a pain in the butt Lol. Hope everything is well bro!!

Lmao. Too funny.

 

[bmgrajeda]

PJ,
What is your opinion about SARMS?

 

[PJ BRAUN]

Lmao. Too funny.

Right?!

PJ,
What is your opinion about SARMS?

In theory they are going to blast the sport to a whole new level...but no one has put a legit product out yet...Until perhpas now with IRONMAGLABS...I hope they do!