Scott Hoff Athlete Profile

Your Background

Competition History

• 1993 NPC Ohio
• 2009 NPC Lakewood Vyotech Nutrionals 2nd place Mens heavy Masters
• 2009 ONBF Overall Winner (Pro Card)
• 2009 INBF/WNBF Ytown Cardinal Classic Masters Overall Winner (Pro Card)

What is your background and how did you get started in bodybuilding?

High school wrestler turned to building and sculpting my physique.

Why do you love bodybuilding?

The art of changing the physique and the discipline it requires.

Training

What is your training philosophy?

Off-season is 5 day a week training with 8-10 repetitions.

On season 7 day a week training with 12-20 repetitions.

What's a good workout routine that has given you results?

• Monday - Quads. Squats, lunges, extensions. 20 sets of 15 to 20 reps.
• Tuesday - Chest Presses. Mostly upper chest exercises. 20 sets of 10 to 12 reps.
• Wednesday - Shoulder Presses. Upright rows and trap work. 20 sets of 10 to 12 reps.
• Thursday - Cardio and Ab Work. 7 minutes of ab work, 45 minutes of high intensity cardio.
• Friday - Hamstrings. 15 sets of 20 reps.
• Saturday - Biceps and Triceps. 20 sets of 12 to 15 reps.
• Sunday - Back. 20 sets of 12 to 15 reps.

If you have to pick only 3 exercises, what would they be and why?

1. Bench Press For building quality chest.
2. Squats for building quality legs.
3. Deadlifts for building back, traps and other tie ins.

What’s the best training tip you could give to others?

Train with proper form, eat whole clean foods, and get plenty of rest.

 Nutrition

What is your philosophy on nutrition?

Garbage in garbage out… Maintain a quality source of protein, carbohydrates and fats to insure a quality physique.

Give us a typical day in your off season diet:

• Meal 1: 12 egg whites 1 whole egg, 1 cup of oatmeal, two pieces of 12 grain toast, 1000mg of arginine, BCAAs 1000mg.
• Meal 2: 2 scoops whey protein in H20, 1 banana.
• Meal 3: 8-10 oz protein, 2 oz nuts, 1 yam or 1 cup brown rice, salad, 2000mg beta alanine.
• Meal 4: 8-10 oz protein (see list below), 1 cup of complex carbs.
• Pre work out: 20g of protein (NO Explode or Muscle Pharm).
• Meal 5: 1 rice cake, gallon of H20.
• Meal 6: 8-10 oz protein source, 1 cup complex carbs, baked potato or yam.
• Meal 7: Rice cake, 20 oz of H20 and protein shake with 2 tablespoon of peanut butter.

Approximately 3500-4000 calories, 460g protein, 250g carbohydrates.

Give us a typical day in your diet (contest prep):

• Meal 1: 10 egg whites 1 whole egg, 1/2 cup of oatmeal, 1000mg of arginine (1tab), BCAAs 1000mg.
• Meal 2: 2 scoops whey protein in H20, 1 banana.
• Meal 3: 6-8 oz protein (see list below), 2 oz nuts, 2000mg beta alanine.
• Meal 4: 6-8 oz protein (see list below), 1/2 cup of complex carbs drink, 1 gallon of H20.
• Meal 5: 1 rice cake.
• Meal 6: 6-8 oz protein source, 1/2 cup greens, salad.
• Meal 7: Protein shake.

Approximately 2400 calories, 300g protein, 125g carbohydrates.

What are your favorite meals and foods?

Steak, pineapple and asparagus

Favorite cheat food?

Pizza and Stone Cold Creamery's sugar free Cake Batter Ice Cream!

Supplements

What supplements do you use that give you great results? How do you use them?

1. Whey protein for added lean protein 2-3 times a day blended in H20 and peanut butter.
2. Glutamine after workouts for muscle recovery.
3. BCAAs - Branch chain Amino Acids - for additional support your not getting in your foods.

What brands do you think are offering the best products at the moment?

All that work for an individual.

What do you think is a good off season muscle building stack?

Creatine, glutamine, BCAAs, and a blended ratio of proteins, carbs, and fats.

What do you think is a good pre-contest/fat loss stack?

One of the following: Hydroxycut Hardcore X, VPX Meltdown, Muscle Pharm Shredded.

Advice For Others

What are the 3 best tips you'd give to someone thinking about competing in natural bodybuilding?

1. Train with intensity.
2. Eat a well balanced high protein diet with natural foods.
3. Go watch some local competitions to see what it takes and ask questions!

What is your best advice for looking your best on competition day?

Sip water only, stay off your feet when your off stage!

How do you stay motivated? What advice would you give to someone who's having trouble staying on track?

Health is a lifestyle only you can direct and control.

Future Plans

What shows have you got coming up, where can we see you compete?

March 20th, 2010 NPC Natural Ohio in Cleveland, Ohio - a Universe qualifier!

What would you like to achieve in your natural bodybuilding career?

Become IFBB USA Pro Ranking and be a testimony to many other natural young bodybuilders.

Favorite Competitors/Idols

Who are your favorite bodybuilders and idols?

Shawn Ray, Dexter Jackson, Lee Priest, and of course Arnold.

How Can People Contact You?

How can people contact you?

Visit my website www.thenaturalfreak.com or scott@thenaturalfreak.com