JAA: I don’t play around and bullshit in the gym. I go in and bring that intensity and get it done. The main thing I look for in a partner is effort and support, makes for the best workouts in my opinion. Oh and needs to be a good spotter. LOL.

BBG: Is there a workout that really stands out from the rest? A particularly amazing workout where you ended going further than you ever had?

JAA: I’ll tell you what. I had a leg day where for the first time ever I did 7 sets of squats with 315 for fifteen reps/30 second rest, and did heavy hack squats after up to 700. And finally, I normally work up to 275 for lunges but in this case did 10 sets of 12 with 185 and I literally could not walk for about a week. Now that’s a leg day and it was a damn good one. That workout was about a year ago now, and I have come a long way since.

BBG: What’s your advice to people just starting out?

JAA: Don’t be insecure!!! We all had to start at some point or another. The big thing is form, you want to get that down first don’t worry about the weight. That will come I assure you. Consistency and willingness to want to learn and better yourself are key. I personally find comfort with pain to pursue greater gains. Also I’d say have fun with your workout; if you’re not gonna enjoy it, don’t do it.

BBG: Finally, can you give us your workout for just one body part: back or legs, shoulders, chest or arms, even abs. Just pick your favorites.