Q&A IFBBpro Chris Tuttle / Universal Athlete / Registered Dietitian / Prep Coach

[flangmasterj]

AHAHA Yes everyone is different so there is no exact formula for natty's. I always start with 45% carbs, 35% protein, 20% Fat. Then vary carbs from there either up or down.

Wrong profile Chris but happy popped your post cherry.

[AdamantiumYoke]

Article on GI issues, myths, causes, solutions, how to improve digestion and more by Chris

http://www.universalusa.com/Communit...uilding?ref=73

Liked the article Chris. The points about unawareness on body's response to gluten, elimination diet, simple tip like actually Chewing the foods slowly are well stated. I often see people [ especially big ones ] just throwing the food in the stomach with the help of water and soda etc. There was a time when every other person was claiming gluten and dairy allergy Keep gracing us with the knowledge.

Hope you are in good health and in final gear of the prep, how's the mental and physical state right now ? And most importantly, How easily will you be able to make the weight ?

[ChrisTuttle]

Article on GI issues, myths, causes, solutions, how to improve digestion and more by Chris

http://www.universalusa.com/Communit...uilding?ref=73

Liked the article Chris. The points about unawareness on body's response to gluten, elimination diet, simple tip like actually Chewing the foods slowly are well stated. I often see people [ especially big ones ] just throwing the food in the stomach with the help of water and soda etc. There was a time when every other person was claiming gluten and dairy allergy Keep gracing us with the knowledge.

Hope you are in good health and in final gear of the prep, how's the mental and physical state right now ? And most importantly, How easily will you be able to make the weight ?

You beat me to it! I was just about to post this article! Yes, there are so many misconceptions that need to be cleared up. I have another I am working on regarding Intra workout drinks.

Prep is going real well! Feeling pretty good. Normal tired. Just having a blast!

[Razor44]

You beat me to it! I was just about to post this article! Yes, there are so many misconceptions that need to be cleared up. I have another I am working on regarding Intra workout drinks.

Prep is going real well! Feeling pretty good. Normal tired. Just having a blast!

Cant wait to hear what you have to say about Intra bro. Does it change often for you?

[Exane]

You beat me to it! I was just about to post this article! Yes, there are so many misconceptions that need to be cleared up. I have another I am working on regarding Intra workout drinks.

Prep is going real well! Feeling pretty good. Normal tired. Just having a blast!

Looking forward to this.

Really good article and I am going to use a lot of tips when I come out of my cut.

Do you alter much for peaking?

[AdamantiumYoke]

When I started, my trainer used to be obsessed with intra workout supps . Really waiting for it !!!
Will we get to see more pics/videos before you finally hit the stage ?

[ChrisTuttle]

Cant wait to hear what you have to say about Intra bro. Does it change often for you?

It is more going to go into the physiological response to carbs and aminos during an exercise bout. I will touch on what I do as well and what changes during off season to prep. It does change but not much for me. In some cases with my clients it will not change at all. I will explain.

[ChrisTuttle]

Looking forward to this.

Really good article and I am going to use a lot of tips when I come out of my cut.

Do you alter much for peaking?

The alterations for peaking are dependent on what I look like for show a week out. So there is nothing ever set in stone.

[ChrisTuttle]

When I started, my trainer used to be obsessed with intra workout supps . Really waiting for it !!!
Will we get to see more pics/videos before you finally hit the stage ?

Yes. Pics yes. Videos Tuttle Diaries? I think so but that is on Universals end. They have a few more lined up.

[AdamantiumYoke]

Crazy Creative Podcast 4 : IFBB Pro Chris Tuttle

Check out the latest episode of the Crazy Creative Podcast. Today we talk to IFBB pro bodybuilder, Chris Tuttle MS, RD, about following his passion, setting goals and his journey becoming a pro bodybuilder.



Y'all gotta watch this one. This here is one more intelligent bodybuilder proving that not all bbers are meatheads talking about protein n pump. Respect Chris! ( Cliffs will be too much to do lol just listen to it during cardio)

[ChrisTuttle]

Crazy Creative Podcast 4 : IFBB Pro Chris Tuttle

Check out the latest episode of the Crazy Creative Podcast. Today we talk to IFBB pro bodybuilder, Chris Tuttle MS, RD, about following his passion, setting goals and his journey becoming a pro bodybuilder.



Y'all gotta watch this one. This here is one more intelligent bodybuilder proving that not all bbers are meatheads talking about protein n pump. Respect Chris! ( Cliffs will be too much to do lol just listen to it during cardio)

Thanks bud!

[ChrisTuttle]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DBWtjBsu0X8

[x-trainer ben]

http://www.musculardevelopment.com/c...-york-pro-2015

looking great man!

[Gorky88]

Chris you looked awesome. Hope to see steady slow improvements man. You have great lines and I hope you keep them.

[AdamantiumYoke]

Chris you looked great, and were much better than your rank in eyes of the many. With that flow and some progression, I expect big things!

[AdamantiumYoke]

Chris Tuttle 13 weeks before Europa Phoenix Pro 2015





Great FDB in terms of shape n flow!
I don't know if Chris is still here on the forums. Hopefully, this time will be better than NY Pro. He deserved to place above Raul n Rivera IMO

[AdamantiumYoke]

[IFBBproCTuttle]

Chris you looked awesome. Hope to see steady slow improvements man. You have great lines and I hope you keep them.

Thanks bud! I am doing everything I can this time around to make sure I place a little higher!

[IFBBproCTuttle]

Yes sir, I am still here just have been super backed up with clients and such. Thanks! This time I will be better! I will be about 8lbs heavier and I will in even better condition. Making weight will be harder this time but If anyone knows how to make weight it is me. HAHAH! Had to cut 14 lbs in 24 hours to make weight for Nationals in 2013.

[NaturalPursuit]

Hey Chris! I had a quick question for you.

Once you are utilizing a proper nutrition plan eating a variety of micronutrient dense foods, what are some other things you do to optimize your health? Any planned periods where you pull training back slightly? particular supplements? particular food cycling? Anything..


Thanks in advance man! Always fun to learn from a top pro!

[IFBBproCTuttle]

Hey Chris! I had a quick question for you.

Once you are utilizing a proper nutrition plan eating a variety of micronutrient dense foods, what are some other things you do to optimize your health? Any planned periods where you pull training back slightly? particular supplements? particular food cycling? Anything..


Thanks in advance man! Always fun to learn from a top pro!

Yes for sure. Training should be pulled back based on how you feel and your progress. If you consistently tired for 2-3 days in a row or are losing pumps in the gym below the norm, I would say take a break or train M W F for a week or two to get recovered. Carb cycling is a good way to get much needed insulin sensitivity back which is needed at times to break through plateaus. As for as health? Just get a wide variety for fruits and veges and DO NOT BURN or char your meat. Hope that helps bud!

[NaturalPursuit]

Yes for sure. Training should be pulled back based on how you feel and your progress. If you consistently tired for 2-3 days in a row or are losing pumps in the gym below the norm, I would say take a break or train M W F for a week or two to get recovered. Carb cycling is a good way to get much needed insulin sensitivity back which is needed at times to break through plateaus. As for as health? Just get a wide variety for fruits and veges and DO NOT BURN or char your meat. Hope that helps bud!

Much appreciated!

[Paulos20]

Looking incredible.

[ethan1631]

Hey Chris, read through all of the posts so far and really appreciate all of the information man!

I just had a question about your approach to bringing up lagging body parts. I spent most of my last year training doing mostly powerlifting and have poor arm and chest development. I'm transitioning to a PPL split, would you suggest only adding maybe a set or two to each body part and if so should I drop volume for my other parts for recovery purposes? I'm curious to hear your take and how you approach this. Thanks man!