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Biography
Branch Warren was a teenager in West Texas when he first picked up a barbell to make his high school football team—a decision that sparked one of the most intense journeys in bodybuilding history. Once he stepped into the legendary Metroflex Gym and started training alongside icons like Ronnie Coleman, he went all in.
Now revered as one of the sport's most unrelenting forces, Branch is known for a brutally intense approach and an uncompromising work ethic. From historic early victories—becoming the first athlete to win both the Teenage Nationals and AAU Mr. America in the same year—to dominating the biggest stages with 13 IFBB Pro titles, two Arnold Classic championships, and a decade-long streak in the Mr. Olympia Top 5, his focus stayed the same. His longtime partnership with GASP was a natural match, built on a shared commitment to hardcore discipline, a no-excuses mentality, and keeping the raw, authentic roots of bodybuilding alive.
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"To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice your gift"
- Brett Wilkin
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Rapid Fire with Brett
When did you begin your bodybuilding journey?
In High school, trying to make the football team, I discovered bodybuilding at Metroflex where I met Brian Dobson and Ronnie Coleman, and began competing in 1991.
What motivates you to keep pushing?
Bodybuilding was my way out. Every goal was about building a better life for my family.
What do you enjoy outside the gym?
Family, hunting, fishing, horse cutting, promoting shows, and running Wicked Cutz, my beef jerky company.
What advice would you give your younger self?
Keep your circle TIGHT. When you’re at the world level of anything, everyone will be your friend, until they’re not.
What keeps you connected to bodybuilding today?
Giving back to the sport that gave me everything.
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