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Jeff Seid: Height | Age | Weight | Biography | Workouts and Diet

Written by Editorial Team

Last Updated on10 February, 2018 | 12:07 PM EDT

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Jeff Seid’s childhood dream was always to pursue a career in sports until an unforeseeable injury changed his life. He embraced the adversities to become America’s youngest IFBB pro in history.

Athlete Statistics


Born Name

Jeff Seid

Nick Name

Seid

Age

Jeff Seid is currently 31 years old according to his date of birth June 12, 1994

Height

6 ft 0 in or 183 cm

Weight

205 – 215lbs (88.5 – 93.0kg)

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Born Place

Renton, Washington, United States

Nationality

American

Profession

Bodybuilder, Men’s Physique Model, Online Personal Trainer


 

Accomplishments

  • 2013/2014/2016 Mr. Olympia Men’s Physique Competitor
  • IFBB Pro

Biography

Born and raised in Renton, Washington, Jeff Seid was quite the athletic kid growing up. Seid started actively playing sports from when he was 5. His overwhelming passion drove him to start lifting at the young age of 11. Jeff Seid aimed at being physically stronger over his competitors. Seid’s parents nurtured his talent, even gifting him a bench press, weights, 30lbs barbell and training book for his 12th birthday.

Lifting to impress girls

Jeff Seid admits that he initially started lifting to impress girls in school. However, Seid was soon hooked into the fitness lifestyle. Jeff Seid has now devoted life to staying in shape and having the best physique possible.

Life-changing injury

Going into senior year, Jeff Seid was ranked among the best wrestlers in America. Multiple schools were already approaching Seid, offering football scholarships. The future was bright, and he even planned on going to college on a football scholarship.

Seid’s dreams were shattered when an injured tore his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) during his first football game. Things suddenly went downhill for Jeff Seid. The injury was depressing for him. All scholarship offers were subsequently withdrawn. Jeff Seid tore his ACL again a few months later, shattering his dreams even more. He was left with no way to pay for college.

Jeff Seid successfully underwent surgery but was no longer motivated to engage in any training. He almost gave up until he stumbled upon Bodybuilding (Men’s Physique). Jeff Seid set his sights on using bodybuilding to make a comeback and regain his confidence.

Youngest IFBB pro

Jeff Seid was soon back to the ‘house of gains’ and started training consistently. He was focused on making a career out of bodybuilding. Jeff Seid kept going hard in the gym despite the many setbacks and hurdles along the way. He was focused on conquering the IFBB league.

Thanks to his impeccable work ethic, Jeff became youngest American IFBB professional in history. Two months later, Jeff Seid won his first IFBB pro show.

Mr. Olympia Men’s Physique Showdown

Jeff Seid’s career took off, and his next stage was the Mr. Olympia Men’s Physique showdown. Mr. Olympia was life-changing for Jeff Seid, giving him the much-needed network to attend expos and appearances.

Training

Jeff Seid prefers using supersets and a lot of volumes. This enhances growth and aesthetics. It takes months of continually building routines in order to adapt to such intensity and volume adequately. Jeff Seid has 10-minute daily cardio to burn fat. Seid’s favorite cardio workout is the bike. He maintains his RPM over 120 for 30 sec on level 15, then to level 5 for 30 seconds to have some rest.

Jeff Seid’s Weekly Workout

DAY 1: CHEST/CALVES

Seid’s favorite day. He goes hard, hitting his chest and getting a great pump. Jeff Seid also pays attention to his calves.

  • Barbell Incline Bench Press
    4 sets of 10, 8, 8, 6 reps
  • Dumbbell Bench Press
    4 sets of 10, 8, 8, 6 reps
  • Incline Dumbbell Flyes
    4 sets of 10, 8, 8, 8 reps
  • Dips – Chest Version
    3 sets to failure
  • Cable Flyes
    3 sets of 12, 10, 8 reps
  • Standing Calf Raises
    5 sets of 20, 15, 12, 10, 8 reps
  • Seated Calf Raises
    5 sets of 25, 20, 15, 12, 10

DAY 2: BACK

Jeff Seid’s wide physique has been achieved through a strong back. Heavy and proper back workouts have given Jeff Seid the envied V-taper

  • Barbell Deadlift
    3 sets of 10, 8, 6 reps
  • Bent Over Barbell Row
    4 sets of 12, 10, 8, 8 reps
  • Wide Grip Chin-Up
    4 sets of 10 reps
  • Seated Cable Rows
    4 sets of 12, 10, 8, 8 reps drop set to failure each set

DAY 3: LEGS

Most of the upper body is usually sore after heavy chest and back workouts. On the third day, Jeff Seid focuses on the lower body and legs

  • Barbell Squat
    5 sets of 15, 10, 8, 8, 6 reps
  • Front Barbell Squat
    4 sets of 10, 8, 8, 6 reps
  • Leg Press
    3 sets of 10, 8, 8 reps
  • Quad Extensions
    4 sets of 12, 10, 8, 8 reps
  • Lying Leg Curls
    4 sets of 12, 10, 8, 8 reps

DAY 4: ARMS/CALVES

  • Barbell Curl
    4 sets of 12, 10, 8, 6 reps
  • Alternating DB Curl
    3 sets of 8-10 reps
  • Preacher Curl
    3 sets of 10 reps
  • Concentration Curls
    3 sets of 15 reps
  • Dumbbell One-Arm Triceps Extension
    3 sets of 12-15 reps
  • Triceps Rope Extensions
    4 sets of 12, 10, 8, 8 reps
  • Skull-Crushers
    4 sets of 10-12 reps
  • Standing Calf Raises
    5 sets of 20, 15, 12, 10, 8 reps
  • Seated Calf Raises
    5 sets of 25, 20, 15, 12, 10

DAY 5: SHOULDERS

  • Shoulder Press
    4 sets of 10, 8, 8, 6 reps
  • Side Lateral Raise
    4 sets of 10 reps
  • Bent-Over Rear Delt Raise
    4 sets of 10 reps
  • Front Dumbbell Raise
    3 sets of 10 reps
  • Upright Barbell Row
    2 sets of 10 reps
  • Rear Delt Pec Deck Flyes
    4 sets of 12-15
  • Barbell Shrug
    4 sets of 20, 15, 12, 10 reps
  • Dumbbell Shrug
    3 sets of 12, 10, and 8 reps

Weekends are usually rest days, giving his muscles a much-needed break after a long week going hard in the gym! Jeff Seid has minimal physical activities during rest days.

Nutrition

Jeff Seid is extremely disciplined in the diet in order to maintain his lean and toned physique. Seid’s diet consists of lean proteins, good carbohydrates sources, and healthy fats. Jeff Seid usually partakes on eight meals each day, spaced between 1-2 hours.

Supplements

Jeff Seid admits that food beats supplements, hands down. However, supplements are still a key factor in Seid’s nutrition plan. Jeff Seid’s favorite supplement is mass gainers.

Seid prefers nutrient-filled supplements and avoids sugar loaded mass gainers. Jeff Seid sometimes takes pre-workout supplements when he needs the energy to kick-start his workouts. Jeff Seid encourages the fitness community to go with what works best for them.

What we can learn from Jeff Seid

Jeff Seid overcame several injuries and setbacks to make it to the top. He takes pride in motivating others to always stay hungry for more. Jeff Seid has a book, Guide to Aesthetics. He encourages the fitness community always to stay hungry. Seid teaches us the importance of a solid work ethic and dedication. Jeff Seid has successfully diversified into merchandise, books and online personal training business, a testament to what the fitness community can achieve with the right attitude.


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