Sean Saranthos' Workout Program

Shawn Sarantos adjusts his training regimen based on how his body feels each day. He uses a seven-day split in his program but does not always strictly adhere to it. Each day he works two muscle groups. Heavy compound exercises are performed at the beginning of the week, while isolation exercises are done at the end. Shawn prefers to give his muscles at least 48-72 hours of rest between training days.

When dealing with an injury, it is important not to overstress the injured area, but also not to overstress healthy body parts. There is a fine balance between developing a lagging muscle group and maintaining overall physical health. Shawn's cardio now consists of occasional weekend running and swimming – he previously participated in marathons and triathlons.

The hardest step is the first step into the gym, the journey to a better life. In the beginning, you will have to endure failures and perhaps earn a few scrapes.