Robertson Answers Weighty Criticisms
Broadcaster Says He Did Once Leg-Press A Ton, But Not With Bodybuilder's Form
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Robertson said he used an incline leg press and did "the full extension on that particular machine."
"They have a brake on it. I was told put the brake on," Robertson said. "When the professionals do it, they take the brake off and let the weight come all the way down on them. And if you don't have a lot of help, you've got a Volkswagen sitting on your hips. I didn't do that."
CBN's Web site has a video showing Robertson leg-pressing 1,000 pounds, with his hands pushing up on his thighs.
The Web site attributes Robertson's energy in part to "his age-defying protein shake." The site offers a free recipe for the shake, with ingredients including soy protein isolate, whey protein isolate, flaxseed oil and apple cider vinegar.
Robertson also has licensed his name to Columbus, Ohio-based Basic Organics Inc., which makes a product called "Pat's Diet Shake." Robertson said the shake is similar to his free recipe.
"We're selling the thing like crazy. There are thousands of people who want to get it. They think the shake had something to do with my ability to lift weights, and I don't think it did," he said, chuckling.
He added, though, that the shake "makes people strong and keeps them youthful."
Robertson said he has advocated a healthy diet and exercise for years. He takes about 45 vitamins and minerals daily, abstains from sweets and soft drinks, eats lot of salads, fruits and nuts and rides horses, plays golf and works out.
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