Branch Warren - Bodybuilder Profile

Branch Warren

The Quadrasaurus

Branch Warren Professional Bodybuilder, Fitness Entrepreneur
Tyler, Texas 50 Years
Relationships
Trisha Warren , Fitness Professional / Entrepreneur
Wife

Personal Life

Date of Birth
February 28, 1975
Birthplace
Tyler, Texas
Zodiac sign
Pisces
Nationality
United States
Hometown
Tyler, Texas
Food Habit
Non-vegetarian

Branch Warren Physical Stats

Height (approx.)
5'7 (170 cm)
Weight (approx.)
245 lbs (111 kg)
Body Measurements (approx.)
Chest: 52 Inches • Waist: 34 Inches • Biceps: 20 Inches
Eye Colour
Brown
Hair Colour
Brown

Branch Warren Competition History

Debut
1992
Awards, Honours, Achievements
2015
  • • Mr. Olympia 2015 – 6th place
  • • Europa Atlantic City Pro – 1st place
  • • Arnold Classic – 2nd place
2014
  • • Mr. Olympia – 6th place
  • • Australian Pro – 4th place
2013
  • • Mr. Olympia – 9th place
2012
  • • Mr. Olympia 2012 – 5th place
  • • Australian Grand Prix – 1st place
  • • Arnold Classic – 1st place
2011
  • • British Grand Prix – 1st place
  • • Arnold Classic – 1st place
2010
  • • Mr. Olympia – 3rd place
2009
  • • Mr. Olympia – 2nd place
2007
  • • New York Pro – 1st place
2006
  • • Mr. Olympia – 12th place
  • • IFBB San Francisco Pro Invitational – 2nd place
2005
  • • Mr. Olympia – 8th place
  • • Europa Supershow – 1st place
  • • Charlotte Pro – 1st place
2004
  • • GNC Show of Strength – 4th place
  • • Night of Champions – 8th place
2001
  • • NPC Nationals, Heavyweight – 1st place
2000
  • • NPC USA Championships, Heavyweight – 3rd place
1999
  • • NPC Junior Nationals, Heavyweight – 4th place
1993
  • • NPC Teenage Nationals, Light Heavyweight & Overall – 1st place
1992
  • • AAU Teenage Mr. America, Short & Overall – 1st place

Relationships & More

Marital Status
Married
Relationships
Trisha Warren , Fitness Professional / Entrepreneur
Wife

Branch Warren Workout, Diet Plan & Supplements

Branch Warren followed an extremely intense and disciplined approach to training and nutrition. His routine was built around high-volume workouts, very high protein intake, and simple but effective supplementation, designed for advanced bodybuilders aiming for maximum muscle mass and conditioning.

Branch Warren Workout Routine

Branch Warren trained 5 days per week, focusing on heavy weights, high volume, and progressive overload. Cardio was included mainly for conditioning and fat control.

Weekly Workout Split

Back Workout

  • Incline T-Bar Rows – 3 sets × 10 reps

  • One-Arm Dumbbell Rows – 3 sets × 8 reps

  • Bent-Over Barbell Rows – 3 sets × 8 reps

  • Lat Pulldowns – 3 sets × 15 reps

  • Seated Upright Row Machine – 3 sets × 15 reps

  • Hammer Strength Pulldowns – 3 sets × 15 reps

  • Seated Low Cable Rows – 3 sets × 20 reps

  • Rear Delt Fly Machine – 4 sets × 10 reps

  • Bent-Over Dumbbell Rear Laterals – 4 sets × 10 reps

Chest Workout

  • Incline Bench Press – 3 sets × 8–12 reps

  • Flat Dumbbell Press – 3 sets × 10 reps (last set drop set)

  • Hammer Strength Incline Press – 3 sets × 10 reps

  • Weighted Dips – 3 sets to failure

  • Cable Crossovers – 3 sets × 15 reps

Arms Workout (Biceps & Triceps)

Biceps

  • Standing Dumbbell Curls – 3 sets × 8 reps

  • Standing Barbell Curls – 3 sets × 12 reps

  • Preacher Curls – 3 sets × 12 reps

Triceps

  • Tricep Pushdowns – 3 sets × 15 reps

  • Seated Dip Machine – 3 sets × 15 reps

  • Rope Pushdowns – 4 sets × 12 reps

Leg Workout

  • Leg Extensions – 2 warm-up sets × 100 reps

  • Squats – 2 light sets + 2 heavy sets to failure

  • Hack Squats – 3 sets × 10–15 reps

  • Leg Press – 3 sets × 30 reps

  • Seated Leg Curls – 3 sets × 15 reps

  • Standing Leg Curls – 3 sets × 10 reps

  • Lying Leg Curls – 3 sets × 12 reps

Lower Back & Shoulders Workout

Lower Back

  • Deadlifts – 3–4 warm-up sets + 4–5 heavy sets × 5–8 reps

Shoulders

  • Military Press – 2 warm-up sets + 3 sets × 10 reps

  • Squats – 3 sets × 12 reps

  • Side Lateral Raises – 3 sets × 8–12 reps

  • Dumbbell Front Raises – 3 sets × 8 reps

  • Upright Rows – 3 sets × 12 reps

Branch Warren Diet Plan

Branch Warren’s diet focused on very high protein intake, moderate carbohydrates, and low fat, ensuring muscle growth, recovery, and conditioning.

Daily Nutrition Breakdown

  • Protein intake: ~500 grams per day

  • Carbohydrates (bulking phase): ~400 grams per day

  • Fat intake: Low

  • Primary fat sources: Protein-based foods like beef

Foods Commonly Included

  • Chicken (2–3 pounds per day)

  • Egg whites (10–20 daily)

  • Fish

  • Beef steak

  • Rice

  • White and sweet potatoes

  • Whole-wheat pasta

  • Oatmeal

Pre-Contest Diet Structure

  • Meal 1: Egg whites, oatmeal, red meat, fat burner

  • Meal 2: Fish, rice, vegetables

  • Post-Workout: Protein shake

  • Meal 3: Chicken with potatoes

  • Meal 4: Fish with rice

  • Meal 5: Chicken with potatoes

  • Meal 6: Egg whites

This diet helped preserve lean muscle mass while reducing body fat during competition prep.

Branch Warren Supplements

Branch Warren relied on basic, proven supplements to support strength, recovery, and fat loss:

  • Creatine

  • Whey Protein

  • Pre-Workout

  • Fat Burner

Additional Training & Recovery Factors

  • Heavy compound lifts for mass

  • High-volume training for muscle density

  • Strict meal timing

  • Proper rest and recovery

  • Consistent hydration