Strength Training Goals:

Shayne is a Police Officer who has weight trained for the past 10 years.  He is a competitive powerlifter who is currently training in preparation for a competition to be held within the next six months. 
 

Athletic Achievements

Shayne has held National titles in the 242 lbs weight class in the CDFPA in 2001 and 2002.
He placed 4th at the Canadian Nationals in Calgary, AB in April of 2005.
 

Nutrition:

"I eat 6 times per day. I eat oatmeal in the a.m., with protein shake, Midmorning, eggs and fruit. Lunch eggs or tuna, veggies. Mid afternoon, protein shake sometimes. Supper - Usually consists of red meat, veggies. Evening Protein shake. I do drink a lot of coffee 5 to 7 cups per day ( police officer) I have began in last 8 months drinking more green tea. I do treat myself on weekend to fast food with the kids."
 

Supplementation:

Creatine - 5 to 10 grams per day, Whey Protein and multivitamins.

Hobbies and Special Interests:

Shayne is an outdoor enthusiast and enjoys fishing, hunting and hiking.

Reason for Participating in the Study: 

"Because I believe I am a strong individual, but I believe I have potential to far exceed what I am currently lifting. Nutrition is one aspect I believe any strength athlete can improve on. This study will help me answer questions about my abilities."
 

Weightlifting/Event Training: 

Shayne has held National titles in the 242 lbs weight class

Shayne weight trains using a split routine (Powerlifting) 5 to 6 days a week
for approximately 1.5 to 2 hours per session. 
 

Powerlifting Workout Information
Level of Training:  Intermediate

Bench Press Heavy

Bench Press Light

Deadlift

Squat Heavy

Squat Light

Incline Bench Press

Stiff Legged Deadlift

Pull-ups

Dumbbell Curls

Tricep Press Down

Side Laterals Dumbbell

Front Raises DB

Pulldowns (cable)

Weighted Decline Sit-ups

Crunches
 

Health and Fitness Background by Shayne Parker: 

In 2000, I tried my first powerlifting meet and won the national title in my weight class. My weights continued to increase. In 2001, I under went surgery to repair two hernias. This injury slowed my progress down considerably, but I fought back to compete again. I currently compete in the CPU and WPC powerlifting federations. I currently lift in the 242 lb open weight classes.

My best competition lifts are: 431 lb bench press, 545 lb squat and 535 lb dead lift. I have hit higher in the gym, but we all know they only count on the platform.

My goals are to add 100 lbs to each of these lifts.

I grew up playing a lot of hockey and football in central Manitoba. I always dabbled in the weight room but did not get serious until meeting my wife in 1998. I am the proud father of my son Ross(6) and my daughter Aspen(3). Both of my children are active which I believe is a result of watching their mother and father exercise. Both children attend and watch the competitions.

I joined the RCMP and became a police officer in 1996. The job requires me to be physically fit and brute strength is an asset. I am one of the defensive techniques instructors in our area.

I try to eat at least 6 meals a day, but find this hard at times to maintain. I believe I eat a healthy diet and at times shift work interferes with this. On average my protein intake is probably lower than what it should be for a guy my size, and I believe on of the factors slowing my training is nutrition.

By participating in this program I hope to increase my cardiovascular stamina, increase my lean muscle mass, reduce inflammation of my joints and increase my overall health and well being.

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