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With bodybuilding, bigger is usually better. The same is true for the new destination and GASP headquarters. More gym floor, more equipment, more office space AND STILL NO COMPROMISES.

Branch Warren and Johnnie Jackson break in the gym floor of the new destination with an all-out chest training session. Stay tuned as they return with the likes of Fouad Abiad, Shaun Clarida, Derek Lunsford and Guy Cisternino for the GASP Meet-Up and open gym event Saturday November 16.

Branch & Johnnie Breaking In The New Destination Dallas

After the 2019 212 Olympia Shaun Clarida successfully closed the gap even further between him and the 212 Olympia title. Derek Lunsford maintained the runner up and most bitter sweet spot in bodybuilding in second place behind winner Kamal. Both are hungrier and more motivated than ever to do WHATEVER NECESSARY to seal the deal on nothing short of a win next year.

Here they are both in Texas for the opening of DESTINATION phase 2. As many of you all know DESTINATION is the North American home base for GASP and true home for every part of the iron sport including bodybuilding, powerlifting and strongman.

Check out Shaun and Derek train shoulders as they gear up for their offseason and stay tuned as we bring you constant updates from them on GASPOFFICIAL.COM.

Shaun Clarida and Derek Lunsford – Operation 2020

I gave 100% every f**king time I stepped foot in the gym because I didn't want to come up short because someone wanted it more than I did.

If you want something more than anything you've ever wanted in life you will do everything to attain it. You won't need motivation.

Don’t Let Anyone Want It More Than You – Branch Warren

"Second place is the worst place to get. THE WORST. In hindsight I'm glad it happened. It'll never happen again!"

Derek Lunsford catches up with GASP CEO Michael Johansson at the opening of the brand new Destination Phase 2 and GASP HQ - North America. After taking a hard to stomach 2nd place at the 2019 Olympia they discuss being relentless after defeat and what to expect going into 2020!

CEO Catch Up: Derek Lunsford

We are BIGGER and IMPROVED giving you the best for ALL facets of the Iron Sport.

Guy Cisternino, fresh off of a win and a qualification for the 2020 Mr. Olympia visits Texas and gives you all a tour of the new Destination phase 2 and GASP Headquarters.

More space, more equipment and ALL the space necessary to accommodate you for agility, powerlifting, strongman, bodybuilding, crossfit, and all the destination and GASP events.

New Destination and GASP HQ Tour with Guy Cisternino

"It's the age old saying; get under a loaded bar and move some heavy weight."

The foundation of WORLD CLASS leg development is embracing the fact that YOU WILL HURT and you need to be HUNGRY to make it hurt. Shaun Vasquez, fresh off winning the NPC Nationals and training for his pro debut in Dallas makes the trek to the East Coast Mecca of Bev's Powerhouse and puts their world renowned leg training section to use.

This is a raw segment from Shaun's Life of Iron part 2. Since turning pro and growing his family with wife Jess Kinder Vasquez, Shaun chose to direct his energy and grit to growing PRIDE Foods along with new daughter. What goes into growing a successful business and a thriving family? Sacrifice, burning desire to succeed and relentless hard work. You can make a parallel to any leg day.

Video: Shaun Vasquez - Leg Training at Bev's Powerhouse

"It'`s always a challenge… and that's what it's all about! I throw the quote out there - BRING THE PAIN. You don't sit back and let it hurt, you grab the heaviest weight you can and MAKE IT HURT. Once you make yourself hurt then you'll make yourself grow as well!"

Watch Johnnie Jackson and Branch Warren in this raw chest training at the Original Metroflex in Arlington, Texas.

Johnnie is gearing up for the Arnold Classic in just over 9 weeks in Columbus. One thing is certain, Johnnie will be serving up a density that cannot be grown or attained at all without the YEARS and PAIN brought on from this type of relentless training.

Video: BRING THE PAIN - Johnnie Jackson and Branch Warren Chest Training

Yang Liu a seasoned lifter from China with a great level of base strength has been corresponding with strength coach Josh Bryant (USA) from Beijing via email to take his lifts and of course all around strength and hypertrophy to the next level. Here, they are finally able to link up in person for some one on one instruction, trouble shooting and execution.

The Beast Yue Yang's gym, Beast Limit Power Gym, in outer Beijing offer the perfect environment for lifters, strongmen and bodybuilders that don't want to fuck around. This is the perfect setting for Josh and Yang to get some work in.

"The Beast is not just a character but he is legit strong. He brings a very positive energy to every situation and I have to say I like him and his style."

"My PR for deadlift was 240 kilos and today I was able to rep that our like nothing. I feel that Josh really helped me today."

Check out the cues Josh gives Yang in the video above and tune in for more world class training information from Josh constantly at gaspofficial.com

Video: Lifting Heavy - A Universal Language

Sticking points can be frustrating if you don't know ways to break through them. Josh Bryant MS breaks down the ways incorporating isometrics into your training can blast through plateaus. Johnnie Jackson in this how-to style workout performs 6 all-out seconds of an isometric and then goes to perform his speed reps on the deadlift platform.

Take notes on what the expert says on how to perform, frequency and the intensity you have to bring to this particular exercise.

Video: Improve Your Deadlift - Isometric Training With Johnnie Jackson

Everybody wants to walk on water but no body wants to get out of the boat. You can't be afraid. I like being out of my comfort zone.

Ken Jones is an IFBB Classic Physique Pro. With a background in athletics and specializing in football, Ken has always been exposed to a competitive environment and always being out of his comfort zone, whether it be in the sweltering heat, under the barbell or in his next academic endeavor. Now he is transitioning to classic physique from IFBB mens physique and competing in the Tampa pro with a roster of seasoned veterans.

Being that Ken's background is full of agility, strength, endurance and plenty of explosive sprint work he brings a different level of muscularity and a unique look to the classic physique pro stage.

Check out what he has to say about challenges and expectations growing up, how he lives to be out of his comfort zone and his expectations for a constant high level of success.

Video: Ken Jones - Staying Out Of My Comfort Zone

"There's always one you have to put pressure on. That one set that you have to go for it!"

Johnnie Jackson trains shoulders at ...destination Dallas and is revving back up the intensity, weight and volume to compliment his return to deadlift training and (maybe) a return to the competitive bodybuilding stage soon.

Take what you can from Johnnie's training and commentary on his methodology and leave the rest. One thing is ALWAYS true with his training however and that is that INTENSITY IS KEY.

Go set for set with Johnnie and tell us what you want to see Johnnie Train in this Real and Raw training series.

Video: Controlled Chaos - Shoulder Training With Johnnie Jackson

_"When you train this hard you can't help but get in shape. You can't help but get bigger and stronger. My intention was to never get this big and heavy again but it just happened training with Johnnie again."

Branch Warren and Johnnie Jackson are back at 100% intensity going into the 2020 Arnold Classic. 

"You don't see that real hard dense grainy look anymore. Your training affects the way you look. Look at the best physiques of all time, they were all hard trainers and they all trained heavy."

"That shit light! All day long! BRING THE PAIN!"

Destination hosted Johnnie and Branch's leg day as was as follows: