World Physique

Interviewed by Tammy Renee'
Photos by: BBPics.com

WP: It's a pleasure to have you here, Robert! Let’s begin with you telling us a little about yourself.

RB: I'm from Lithuania, live in the USA since 1999. I recently moved to Las Vegas to pursue my dream of becoming a IFBB professional bodybuilder. I speak English, Lithuanian, Russian and Polish fluently.

WP: Impressive! I can talk pig latin! What was it that made you know without a doubt that you wanted to go into bodybuilding?

RB: I wanted to do something that not many people do and be different.

WP: You picked the right industry! How long have you been lifting? You're massive!

RB: The first time I picked up a weight was at age 14 and, so thats 16 years now.

WP: That's a long time! Have you competed yet? If so, what titles have you won?

RB: I'm working on that right now! I have done a power lifting competitions in which I have placed 2nd place for bench pressing 540 lbs. raw in 2007. I also did 4 Strongman competitions in which I have placed 1 - 3rd place and 3 - 2nd places and in Bodybuilding, I did the Eastern USA in New York City in 2006 which I took 1st place. I also did 2 National level shows which were the USA Bodybuilding Championships in 2008 I took (7th place) and then I did the North American Bodybuilding Championships in Ohio (6th place).

WP: Wow! That's outstanding! You do just about everything! What are your best lifts?

RB: My best bench is 585 lbs. Best squat is 900 lbs. and dead lift 700 lbs.

WP: Do you have any advice to people that wish to build more mass and more cut?

RB: Train hard, eat the right food and slowly you will get the results you want. It's all about how dedicated you are to the sport.

WP: What do you eat in a normal day?

RB: A lot about 8000 calories/day at least 8 meals in 1 day. My meals includes chicken, beef, rice, oatmeal, fish vegetables with 3 protein shakes throughout the day.

WP: 8000 Calories? A day? Wow! No wonder why your are so massive! Do you allow yourself a cheat day?

RB: When I am off season, yes. But, not when I am getting ready for a contest.

WP: What supplements do you take?

RB: I take Protein powder , multi-vitamins, Glutamine, vitamin C, Creatine, fish oil, and Glucosamine.

WP: Could you tell me a story of how you have gotten where you are today?

RB: At age 19, I entered my first bodybuilding competition in Lithuania and since then, I decided that I want to become a professional bodybuilder. I came to the USA, to be exact to Connecticut, at the age of 21 from Lithuania. It was difficult working long hours and training and especially not knowing English. However, I got through those tough times. I kept working out, knowing that one day it will pay off. In 2005, I started competing in strongman competitions and eventually went back to bodybuilding in the end of 2006. Then I started competing in local shows in New York City, which I won 1st place. In 2008, I did my first 2 national level shows, the USA's and the North Americans. This is how it all started.

WP: You have struggled over some high hills but it sounds like it's coming together for you. By the way, your english is actually better than mine. Do you have anyone you can thank for helping you get where you are?

RB: I would like to thank my wife for supporting me through all these years.

WP: I bet she is very proud of you. Where do you want to be in 5 years?

RB: Hopefully, Mr. Olympia.

WP: You're on your way from the looks of things. How do you keep the physique you have? What is the hardest thing for you to face when it comes to keeping your physique?

RB: I work out almost everyday and watch what I eat. It's not hard for me because I love it. It's all for the sport.

 WP: Tell me about your future projects. Have any in sight?

 RB: plan on making a workout DVD of me in my off season training

WP: What gets you up in the morning?

RB: Breakfast.

WP: Well, eating 8000 calories a day, I bet food keeps you up at night too so you can get all that food in you. Ha-ha. How do you approach a challenge?

RB: I take things slowly and think clearly before making a decision.

WP: How do you create balance in your life?

RB: By being married.

WP: That’s fantastic! I understand you worked with our Senior Photographer, John at bbpics.com. What was it like working with him?

RB: John is a very nice guy, very easy to work with and takes his job seriously.

WP: How did he go over and beyond for you?

RB: He is professional, was on time, made the pictures perfect and let me know ahead of time what I needed for the photo shot.

WP: Would you recommend him to your friends?

RB: Absolutely, yes!

WP: What one piece of advice you can share with me on how to gain the most muscle the fastest?

RB: You do not get anything fast, however you need to listen to your body and train hard and balance it out with the right nutrition and supplements.

WP: Who had the most impact on you growing up?

RB: My father.

WP: What is your work out regime?

RB: Day 1: Quads, hamstrings and calves
Day 2: Chest, triceps, Abs
Day 3: Back, biceps, forearms
Day 4: Shoulders, traps, calves, Abs
Day 5: OFF
Then, repeat my cycle

WP: Anything you would like to see change in the bodybuilding world?

RB: Yes, we need more bigger guys and more people need recognize it as a sport. Not to many people know professional bodybuilders.

WP: I believe that, too. Any shout outs?

RB: Hi to all my fans, family and friends.

WP: What is the funniest story that has happened to you during competitions or while working out?

RB: My flight was not on time and I almost missed my competition in Ohio. However, it was not funny at that time! Also, at a strongman competition while pulling a car (Hummer) my sneaker fell off and I worked with 1 sneaker to the finish line.

WP: Oh my! After all the work you did for the competition to miss it. How upsetting. And I would have loved to see you pulling the hummer with just one sneaker! That is too funny! What is your greatest achievement in bodybuilding?

RB: Getting to a National level and in my first national shows and I placed 7th and 6th.

WP: On to the IFBB next! How can someone reach you if they wish to?

RB: They can reach me through my site or email me. (Links above at the top of the page).

WP: What are your interests outside of bodybuilding?

RB: I enjoy traveling, going to restaurants, and cars.

WP: Is there anything else you would like to add? Now is the time!

RB: I would like to thank all the wonderful people I met in the bodybuilding world who have helped me get to where I am today. Now I am getting ready for the 2009 Nationals where I will earn my IFBB Professional status.

WP: You have been a pleasure to interview! Thank you for your time, and good luck in your future bodybuilding endeavors!

RB: It's been a pleasure likewise.