Approved Log IFBB Pro Bodybuilding Journey

[lordfarquaad42]

Few of you have already seen my pics but heres my first log in Evo.

Currently I'm 5 ft 7 @ 129.5kg decently lean. The plan is to compete in the Aussie IFBB Season C shows. Not sure if that's exactly what will happen as I've dig myself a pretty deep hole already and just getting through the day is a current struggle. Working with a trainer from my gym who is overseeing things we've decided to put my food back up to a much more reasonable intake. Currently at:

300 P / 600 C / 45 F

Still a fair bit of time and although I want to be ready early, if I kept going the way I was I wouldve mentally burnt out.

Training is 6 days per week
Workout A: Chest/back/shoulders
Workout B: Arms/legs

Repeat each session 3 times weekly doing 3 sets per muscle group per workout.

Not going to get into specifics on the gear right now. After chatting with the trainer its recently been brought down quite considerably which is a different approach for me. Ive definitely pushed things way too hard in the past.

Currently on:
Around 2.5g total of test/Tren/mast
15 iu gh
40mcg T3
80mcg clen
1.5mg Retatrutide EOD

Will aim to post pics from my check-ins weekly but here's a few to start so you get an idea where I'm at

 

[s.gentz]

Few of you have already seen my pics but heres my first log in Evo.

Currently I'm 5 ft 7 @ 129.5kg decently lean. The plan is to compete in the Aussie IFBB Season C shows. Not sure if that's exactly what will happen as I've dig myself a pretty deep hole already and just getting through the day is a current struggle. Working with a trainer from my gym who is overseeing things we've decided to put my food back up to a much more reasonable intake. Currently at:

300 P / 600 C / 45 F

Still a fair bit of time and although I want to be ready early, if I kept going the way I was I wouldve mentally burnt out.

Training is 6 days per week
Workout A: Chest/back/shoulders
Workout B: Arms/legs

Repeat each session 3 times weekly doing 3 sets per muscle group per workout.

Not going to get into specifics on the gear right now. After chatting with the trainer its recently been brought down quite considerably which is a different approach for me. Ive definitely pushed things way too hard in the past.

Currently on:
Around 2.5g total of test/Tren/mast
15 iu gh
40mcg T3
80mcg clen
1.5mg Retatrutide EOD

Will aim to post pics from my check-ins weekly but here's a few to start so you get an idea where I'm at

Fn shoulders man!!!!

 

[LevButlerov]

Few of you have already seen my pics but heres my first log in Evo.

Currently I'm 5 ft 7 @ 129.5kg decently lean. The plan is to compete in the Aussie IFBB Season C shows. Not sure if that's exactly what will happen as I've dig myself a pretty deep hole already and just getting through the day is a current struggle. Working with a trainer from my gym who is overseeing things we've decided to put my food back up to a much more reasonable intake. Currently at:

300 P / 600 C / 45 F

Still a fair bit of time and although I want to be ready early, if I kept going the way I was I wouldve mentally burnt out.

Training is 6 days per week
Workout A: Chest/back/shoulders
Workout B: Arms/legs

Repeat each session 3 times weekly doing 3 sets per muscle group per workout.

Not going to get into specifics on the gear right now. After chatting with the trainer its recently been brought down quite considerably which is a different approach for me. Ive definitely pushed things way too hard in the past.

Currently on:
Around 2.5g total of test/Tren/mast
15 iu gh
40mcg T3
80mcg clen
1.5mg Retatrutide EOD

Will aim to post pics from my check-ins weekly but here's a few to start so you get an idea where I'm at

@lordfarquaad42 welcome fully now to the EVO family (I know you've been anon stince 2023 here)
good lord your shoulders are unreal! you are in amazing shape. Very impressive size and cuts.
I can safely say one of the best looks I've ever seen, THICK AF!

Waiting to see your updates on training pics and food.

 

[Mobster]

Four our US members he's five and a half foot tall and 286!!

 

[lordfarquaad42]

Four our US members he's five and a half foot tall and 286!!

Oh woops that was meant to be 119.5kg, my bad haha

 

[LevButlerov]

Oh woops that was meant to be 119.5kg, my bad haha

You should post your thick pics here
https://www.evolutionary.org/forums/threads/pic-of-the-day.105374/post-1775539
@lordfarquaad42

 

[stevesmi]

Few of you have already seen my pics but heres my first log in Evo.

Currently I'm 5 ft 7 @ 129.5kg decently lean. The plan is to compete in the Aussie IFBB Season C shows. Not sure if that's exactly what will happen as I've dig myself a pretty deep hole already and just getting through the day is a current struggle. Working with a trainer from my gym who is overseeing things we've decided to put my food back up to a much more reasonable intake. Currently at:

300 P / 600 C / 45 F

Still a fair bit of time and although I want to be ready early, if I kept going the way I was I wouldve mentally burnt out.

Training is 6 days per week
Workout A: Chest/back/shoulders
Workout B: Arms/legs

Repeat each session 3 times weekly doing 3 sets per muscle group per workout.

Not going to get into specifics on the gear right now. After chatting with the trainer its recently been brought down quite considerably which is a different approach for me. Ive definitely pushed things way too hard in the past.

Currently on:
Around 2.5g total of test/Tren/mast
15 iu gh
40mcg T3
80mcg clen
1.5mg Retatrutide EOD

Will aim to post pics from my check-ins weekly but here's a few to start so you get an idea where I'm at

@lordfarquaad42 You look like an absolute Beast. I'm very impressed.
Nobody wants to run into you in a dark alley. You are huge.

 

[ROIDDERS]

Few of you have already seen my pics but heres my first log in Evo.

Currently I'm 5 ft 7 @ 129.5kg decently lean. The plan is to compete in the Aussie IFBB Season C shows. Not sure if that's exactly what will happen as I've dig myself a pretty deep hole already and just getting through the day is a current struggle. Working with a trainer from my gym who is overseeing things we've decided to put my food back up to a much more reasonable intake. Currently at:

300 P / 600 C / 45 F

Still a fair bit of time and although I want to be ready early, if I kept going the way I was I wouldve mentally burnt out.

Training is 6 days per week
Workout A: Chest/back/shoulders
Workout B: Arms/legs

Repeat each session 3 times weekly doing 3 sets per muscle group per workout.

Not going to get into specifics on the gear right now. After chatting with the trainer its recently been brought down quite considerably which is a different approach for me. Ive definitely pushed things way too hard in the past.

Currently on:
Around 2.5g total of test/Tren/mast
15 iu gh
40mcg T3
80mcg clen
1.5mg Retatrutide EOD

Will aim to post pics from my check-ins weekly but here's a few to start so you get an idea where I'm at

@lordfarquaad42 fantastic work on this!
you are keeping that HGH crazy high
any sides at 15iu's?

 

[lordfarquaad42]

@lordfarquaad42 fantastic work on this!
you are keeping that HGH crazy high
any sides at 15iu's?

Nah you get used to it. First started GH probably 5 years ago now at 8iu daily, been up to 30 but that was obviously too much. I think 15 is the bodybuilding sweet spot.

 

[lordfarquaad42]

Today was another real struggle. Up 1kg on the scale after 3 days of higher food. Still feel like I'm constantly dragging ass, towards the end of training I've got nothing left, going hypo on my fasted walks etc

Intake still at 300P/600C/50F and I'll continue rolling with that hoping for some energy increase. Life is feeling especially difficult right now and I don't have a super stressful lifestyle.

What usually happens to me is I'll diet for a while till I can mentally hack it, then I'll increase food a bit and still be struggling with the desire of just wanting to feel good. Things just get worse and worse till I'm back to 5.5-6k cals a day and fat as fuck. Trying to really avoid that as much as possible here and with the show still in mind it's helping me stay on track. But like ive said to a few people there's no way I can maintain this current state/continuing to push down hard for 12 more weeks. Plan is to have a little break and then push down a bit harder, similar to what Beef stu is doing in his prep. We'll see how we go.

Pic from training today.

 

[lordfarquaad42]

Still looking for a sponsor if anyone is interested too

 

[BodyMonster34]

Few of you have already seen my pics but heres my first log in Evo.

Currently I'm 5 ft 7 @ 129.5kg decently lean. The plan is to compete in the Aussie IFBB Season C shows. Not sure if that's exactly what will happen as I've dig myself a pretty deep hole already and just getting through the day is a current struggle. Working with a trainer from my gym who is overseeing things we've decided to put my food back up to a much more reasonable intake. Currently at:

300 P / 600 C / 45 F

Still a fair bit of time and although I want to be ready early, if I kept going the way I was I wouldve mentally burnt out.

Training is 6 days per week
Workout A: Chest/back/shoulders
Workout B: Arms/legs

Repeat each session 3 times weekly doing 3 sets per muscle group per workout.

Not going to get into specifics on the gear right now. After chatting with the trainer its recently been brought down quite considerably which is a different approach for me. Ive definitely pushed things way too hard in the past.

Currently on:
Around 2.5g total of test/Tren/mast
15 iu gh
40mcg T3
80mcg clen
1.5mg Retatrutide EOD

Will aim to post pics from my check-ins weekly but here's a few to start so you get an idea where I'm at

@lordfarquaad42 bro you look solid
you should be tough to take out if we stuck in prison together
i got mad respect for you

 

[2Thick]

Few of you have already seen my pics but heres my first log in Evo.

Currently I'm 5 ft 7 @ 129.5kg decently lean. The plan is to compete in the Aussie IFBB Season C shows. Not sure if that's exactly what will happen as I've dig myself a pretty deep hole already and just getting through the day is a current struggle. Working with a trainer from my gym who is overseeing things we've decided to put my food back up to a much more reasonable intake. Currently at:

300 P / 600 C / 45 F

Still a fair bit of time and although I want to be ready early, if I kept going the way I was I wouldve mentally burnt out.

Training is 6 days per week
Workout A: Chest/back/shoulders
Workout B: Arms/legs

Repeat each session 3 times weekly doing 3 sets per muscle group per workout.

Not going to get into specifics on the gear right now. After chatting with the trainer its recently been brought down quite considerably which is a different approach for me. Ive definitely pushed things way too hard in the past.

Currently on:
Around 2.5g total of test/Tren/mast
15 iu gh
40mcg T3
80mcg clen
1.5mg Retatrutide EOD

Will aim to post pics from my check-ins weekly but here's a few to start so you get an idea where I'm at

@lordfarquaad42 you are looking great man!
very ripped physique
i'm sure you have a lot to teach us in the EVO family

 

[ceo]

Few of you have already seen my pics but heres my first log in Evo.

Currently I'm 5 ft 7 @ 129.5kg decently lean. The plan is to compete in the Aussie IFBB Season C shows. Not sure if that's exactly what will happen as I've dig myself a pretty deep hole already and just getting through the day is a current struggle. Working with a trainer from my gym who is overseeing things we've decided to put my food back up to a much more reasonable intake. Currently at:

300 P / 600 C / 45 F

Still a fair bit of time and although I want to be ready early, if I kept going the way I was I wouldve mentally burnt out.

Training is 6 days per week
Workout A: Chest/back/shoulders
Workout B: Arms/legs

Repeat each session 3 times weekly doing 3 sets per muscle group per workout.

Not going to get into specifics on the gear right now. After chatting with the trainer its recently been brought down quite considerably which is a different approach for me. Ive definitely pushed things way too hard in the past.

Currently on:
Around 2.5g total of test/Tren/mast
15 iu gh
40mcg T3
80mcg clen
1.5mg Retatrutide EOD

Will aim to post pics from my check-ins weekly but here's a few to start so you get an idea where I'm at

bros protein and carbs very strong
600g carb is no joke
but seem to need it with that much hgh

@lordfarquaad42

 

[Ulter]

Few of you have already seen my pics but heres my first log in Evo.

Currently I'm 5 ft 7 @ 129.5kg decently lean. The plan is to compete in the Aussie IFBB Season C shows. Not sure if that's exactly what will happen as I've dig myself a pretty deep hole already and just getting through the day is a current struggle. Working with a trainer from my gym who is overseeing things we've decided to put my food back up to a much more reasonable intake. Currently at:

300 P / 600 C / 45 F

Still a fair bit of time and although I want to be ready early, if I kept going the way I was I wouldve mentally burnt out.

Training is 6 days per week
Workout A: Chest/back/shoulders
Workout B: Arms/legs

Repeat each session 3 times weekly doing 3 sets per muscle group per workout.

Not going to get into specifics on the gear right now. After chatting with the trainer its recently been brought down quite considerably which is a different approach for me. Ive definitely pushed things way too hard in the past.

Currently on:
Around 2.5g total of test/Tren/mast
15 iu gh
40mcg T3
80mcg clen
1.5mg Retatrutide EOD

Will aim to post pics from my check-ins weekly but here's a few to start so you get an idea where I'm at

@lordfarquaad42 man you are a great addition to the EVO family
you look absolutely shredded up
the reta looks great at that dose. is it killing appetite?

 

[lordfarquaad42]

@lordfarquaad42 man you are a great addition to the EVO family
you look absolutely shredded up
the reta looks great at that dose. is it killing appetite?

Nope noticing 0 appetite suppression (I wish I was). Contemplating going up to 2mg EOD but surely I don't need that much....not really sure though

Best effect I've noticed is the blood sugar regulation. In my off season id be using 20-30 units per meal. Now still around 4k cals I can't touch 5 units without dropping into the high 2s, low 3s

 

[xz010101]

Today was another real struggle. Up 1kg on the scale after 3 days of higher food. Still feel like I'm constantly dragging ass, towards the end of training I've got nothing left, going hypo on my fasted walks etc

Intake still at 300P/600C/50F and I'll continue rolling with that hoping for some energy increase. Life is feeling especially difficult right now and I don't have a super stressful lifestyle.

What usually happens to me is I'll diet for a while till I can mentally hack it, then I'll increase food a bit and still be struggling with the desire of just wanting to feel good. Things just get worse and worse till I'm back to 5.5-6k cals a day and fat as fuck. Trying to really avoid that as much as possible here and with the show still in mind it's helping me stay on track. But like ive said to a few people there's no way I can maintain this current state/continuing to push down hard for 12 more weeks. Plan is to have a little break and then push down a bit harder, similar to what Beef stu is doing in his prep. We'll see how we go.

Pic from training today.

You look amazing. Great great work. You could definitely be an IFBB pro. You are on your way. I think you can do it. I have a question for you bro. If you don't mind. What do you feel, in terms of pharmaceutical stuff, has really helped you the most overall? I know your diet, training, and discipline are the reason why you look the way you do. But what do you feel really helped you, is it the 15IU of HGH? You know how some people's physique are, yours is one that separates itself from just the regular hobby bodybuilder.

 

[lordfarquaad42]

You look amazing. Great great work. You could definitely be an IFBB pro. You are on your way. I think you can do it. I have a question for you bro. If you don't mind. What do you feel, in terms of pharmaceutical stuff, has really helped you the most overall? I know your diet, training, and discipline are the reason why you look the way you do. But what do you feel really helped you, is it the 15IU of HGH? You know how some people's physique are, yours is one that separates itself from just the regular hobby bodybuilder.

GH. There's a real visual difference between a regular AAS user and AAS/GH user. There's a distinct look that you probably don't have the eye for if you haven't toyed around it for a while

 

[Npcclassicphysique champ]

GH. There's a real visual difference between a regular AAS user and AAS/GH user. There's a distinct look that you probably don't have the eye for if you haven't toyed around it for a while

aas gh is the big one broly with insulin

 

[ROIDDERS]

Nah you get used to it. First started GH probably 5 years ago now at 8iu daily, been up to 30 but that was obviously too much. I think 15 is the bodybuilding sweet spot.

the aussies on here love to ramp up hgh

 

[Ulter]

Nope noticing 0 appetite suppression (I wish I was). Contemplating going up to 2mg EOD but surely I don't need that much....not really sure though

Best effect I've noticed is the blood sugar regulation. In my off season id be using 20-30 units per meal. Now still around 4k cals I can't touch 5 units without dropping into the high 2s, low 3s

well you are running other stuff with it

 

[lordfarquaad42]

well you are running other stuff with it

What exactly do you mean by this? That something else im running would be countering the potential appetite suppressive effect?

 

[Mobster]

What exactly do you mean by this? That something else im running would be countering the potential appetite suppressive effect?

He also quoted your mention of the blood sugar measures so perhaps that. And, of course, while we debate most PEDs in isolation it can't be ignored that ALL parts of a stack on cycle will work with, for and occasionally against others we take. Else why stack at all?

 

[Mobster]

Oh woops that was meant to be 119.5kg, my bad haha

Still 264lbs!!

 

[Npcclassicphysique champ]

What exactly do you mean by this? That something else im running would be countering the potential appetite suppressive effect?

its possible some things are broly

 

[Ulter]

What exactly do you mean by this? That something else im running would be countering the potential appetite suppressive effect?

yes exactly

 

[ballin2504]

Few of you have already seen my pics but heres my first log in Evo.

Currently I'm 5 ft 7 @ 129.5kg decently lean. The plan is to compete in the Aussie IFBB Season C shows. Not sure if that's exactly what will happen as I've dig myself a pretty deep hole already and just getting through the day is a current struggle. Working with a trainer from my gym who is overseeing things we've decided to put my food back up to a much more reasonable intake. Currently at:

300 P / 600 C / 45 F

Still a fair bit of time and although I want to be ready early, if I kept going the way I was I wouldve mentally burnt out.

Training is 6 days per week
Workout A: Chest/back/shoulders
Workout B: Arms/legs

Repeat each session 3 times weekly doing 3 sets per muscle group per workout.

Not going to get into specifics on the gear right now. After chatting with the trainer its recently been brought down quite considerably which is a different approach for me. Ive definitely pushed things way too hard in the past.

Currently on:
Around 2.5g total of test/Tren/mast
15 iu gh
40mcg T3
80mcg clen
1.5mg Retatrutide EOD

Will aim to post pics from my check-ins weekly but here's a few to start so you get an idea where I'm at

@lordfarquaad42 nice start to the log. Awesome physique also brother.

 

[RoySimpson]

Few of you have already seen my pics but heres my first log in Evo.

Currently I'm 5 ft 7 @ 129.5kg decently lean. The plan is to compete in the Aussie IFBB Season C shows. Not sure if that's exactly what will happen as I've dig myself a pretty deep hole already and just getting through the day is a current struggle. Working with a trainer from my gym who is overseeing things we've decided to put my food back up to a much more reasonable intake. Currently at:

300 P / 600 C / 45 F

Still a fair bit of time and although I want to be ready early, if I kept going the way I was I wouldve mentally burnt out.

Training is 6 days per week
Workout A: Chest/back/shoulders
Workout B: Arms/legs

Repeat each session 3 times weekly doing 3 sets per muscle group per workout.

Not going to get into specifics on the gear right now. After chatting with the trainer its recently been brought down quite considerably which is a different approach for me. Ive definitely pushed things way too hard in the past.

Currently on:
Around 2.5g total of test/Tren/mast
15 iu gh
40mcg T3
80mcg clen
1.5mg Retatrutide EOD

Will aim to post pics from my check-ins weekly but here's a few to start so you get an idea where I'm at

@lordfarquaad42 looking absolutely jacked bro! Will be following along for sure!

 

[Tiger Salman Khan]

Few of you have already seen my pics but heres my first log in Evo.

Currently I'm 5 ft 7 @ 129.5kg decently lean. The plan is to compete in the Aussie IFBB Season C shows. Not sure if that's exactly what will happen as I've dig myself a pretty deep hole already and just getting through the day is a current struggle. Working with a trainer from my gym who is overseeing things we've decided to put my food back up to a much more reasonable intake. Currently at:

300 P / 600 C / 45 F

Still a fair bit of time and although I want to be ready early, if I kept going the way I was I wouldve mentally burnt out.

Training is 6 days per week
Workout A: Chest/back/shoulders
Workout B: Arms/legs

Repeat each session 3 times weekly doing 3 sets per muscle group per workout.

Not going to get into specifics on the gear right now. After chatting with the trainer its recently been brought down quite considerably which is a different approach for me. Ive definitely pushed things way too hard in the past.

Currently on:
Around 2.5g total of test/Tren/mast
15 iu gh
40mcg T3
80mcg clen
1.5mg Retatrutide EOD

Will aim to post pics from my check-ins weekly but here's a few to start so you get an idea where I'm at

@lordfarquaad42 Amazing start to log bro....pics are fantastic you look incredible.......

 

[Noah Wixx]

Few of you have already seen my pics but heres my first log in Evo.

Currently I'm 5 ft 7 @ 129.5kg decently lean. The plan is to compete in the Aussie IFBB Season C shows. Not sure if that's exactly what will happen as I've dig myself a pretty deep hole already and just getting through the day is a current struggle. Working with a trainer from my gym who is overseeing things we've decided to put my food back up to a much more reasonable intake. Currently at:

300 P / 600 C / 45 F

Still a fair bit of time and although I want to be ready early, if I kept going the way I was I wouldve mentally burnt out.

Training is 6 days per week
Workout A: Chest/back/shoulders
Workout B: Arms/legs

Repeat each session 3 times weekly doing 3 sets per muscle group per workout.

Not going to get into specifics on the gear right now. After chatting with the trainer its recently been brought down quite considerably which is a different approach for me. Ive definitely pushed things way too hard in the past.

Currently on:
Around 2.5g total of test/Tren/mast
15 iu gh
40mcg T3
80mcg clen
1.5mg Retatrutide EOD

Will aim to post pics from my check-ins weekly but here's a few to start so you get an idea where I'm at

Man u look fucking killer

 

[lordfarquaad42]

Starting to finally feel better and the issue was undoubtedly calorie/carb intake. Regardless of what happens with my physique/weight im gonna hold here for at least 2-3 weeks just to mentally refresh.

300P / 700C / 50F

1 rest day a week where I go by feel on food intake but I seem to always undershoot it as I feel my worst during fasted cardio the morning after a rest day

Still holding 119.3kg. A lot fuller, bit more water around the midsection. Little less water in the quads, glutes slightly tighter. Trying my best not to over analyse but it's just in my nature, just happy to be feeling "okay"

 

[LevButlerov]

Starting to finally feel better and the issue was undoubtedly calorie/carb intake. Regardless of what happens with my physique/weight im gonna hold here for at least 2-3 weeks just to mentally refresh.

300P / 700C / 50F

1 rest day a week where I go by feel on food intake but I seem to always undershoot it as I feel my worst during fasted cardio the morning after a rest day

Still holding 119.3kg. A lot fuller, bit more water around the midsection. Little less water in the quads, glutes slightly tighter. Trying my best not to over analyse but it's just in my nature, just happy to be feeling "okay"

@lordfarquaad42 the thickest quads in the EVO family you look amazing, peeled and thin skin, amazing size. You're the real deal.

 

[CreatineMONO]

Looking like an absolute beast. If 2.5g of gear is considered a pullback, what do your normal blasting dosages look like?

Idk if a sponsor could afford a 15iu HGH/day protocol

 

[lordfarquaad42]

Looking like an absolute beast. If 2.5g of gear is considered a pullback, what do your normal blasting dosages look like?

Idk if a sponsor could afford a 15iu HGH/day protocol

Well this now. Its a pullback from what ive done in the past but "normal" is around this

 

[LevButlerov]

Well this now. Its a pullback from what ive done in the past but "normal" is around this

you look amazing no matter the dose, plenty of guys walking around that take double doses and cant get to where you are. @lordfarquaad42

 

[lordfarquaad42]

Just the weekly update. Noticing a fair bit of bloat and a bit more distension lately. Attributed it to the increased volume of food. Wanted to try lowering the protein though as it seems to have had a pretty significant impact on tightening the waist/mid section in the past and I think an overall less inflamed look. About 48 hours into that trial and took the midsection bathroom shot today so much much tighter

Energy levels are still in the toilet. Still find myself thinking about food a lot. Despite the weight gain, still don't feel "good" so I believe the new intake might still be a slight deficit.

Weight was 120.2kg this morning so up around 1kg after the week of increased carbs

Gonna roll with 250 P / 700 C / 45 F and try get through another week

 

[CreatineMONO]

Good check in, solid build. Are your calves holding excess water? they look a lot soft/swollen in comparison to every other body part

 

[lordfarquaad42]

Good check in, solid build. Are your calves holding excess water? they look a lot soft/swollen in comparison to every other body part

Yeah and no idea why if I'm honest. Always happens when dieting. Not sure if it's the increased cortisol or increased protein/meat portions per meal. But I don't tolerate deficits well. No energy or motivation, lower mood, no sex drive etc. and it's not the compounds cause I can run the same thing in an off season with no issues

 

[LevButlerov]

Just the weekly update. Noticing a fair bit of bloat and a bit more distension lately. Attributed it to the increased volume of food. Wanted to try lowering the protein though as it seems to have had a pretty significant impact on tightening the waist/mid section in the past and I think an overall less inflamed look. About 48 hours into that trial and took the midsection bathroom shot today so much much tighter

Energy levels are still in the toilet. Still find myself thinking about food a lot. Despite the weight gain, still don't feel "good" so I believe the new intake might still be a slight deficit.

Weight was 120.2kg this morning so up around 1kg after the week of increased carbs

Gonna roll with 250 P / 700 C / 45 F and try get through another week

Yeah and no idea why if I'm honest. Always happens when dieting. Not sure if it's the increased cortisol or increased protein/meat portions per meal. But I don't tolerate deficits well. No energy or motivation, lower mood, no sex drive etc. and it's not the compounds cause I can run the same thing in an off season with no issues

It's likely water retention from HGH @lordfarquaad42 but other than that you look amazing, real thick and big, TRUE IFBB pro style physique.

 

[Mobster]

When I've gained it doesn't come with 'energy' as it'd take me weeks to get used to it

 

[RoySimpson]

Just the weekly update. Noticing a fair bit of bloat and a bit more distension lately. Attributed it to the increased volume of food. Wanted to try lowering the protein though as it seems to have had a pretty significant impact on tightening the waist/mid section in the past and I think an overall less inflamed look. About 48 hours into that trial and took the midsection bathroom shot today so much much tighter

Energy levels are still in the toilet. Still find myself thinking about food a lot. Despite the weight gain, still don't feel "good" so I believe the new intake might still be a slight deficit.

Weight was 120.2kg this morning so up around 1kg after the week of increased carbs

Gonna roll with 250 P / 700 C / 45 F and try get through another week

@lordfarquaad42 looking absolutely insane bro!

 

[lordfarquaad42]

When I've gained it doesn't come with 'energy' as it'd take me weeks to get used to it

Is that gaining in a sense of a large amount off season weight. Cause I'm talking 1-1.5kg here

 

[stevesmi]

Just the weekly update. Noticing a fair bit of bloat and a bit more distension lately. Attributed it to the increased volume of food. Wanted to try lowering the protein though as it seems to have had a pretty significant impact on tightening the waist/mid section in the past and I think an overall less inflamed look. About 48 hours into that trial and took the midsection bathroom shot today so much much tighter

Energy levels are still in the toilet. Still find myself thinking about food a lot. Despite the weight gain, still don't feel "good" so I believe the new intake might still be a slight deficit.

Weight was 120.2kg this morning so up around 1kg after the week of increased carbs

Gonna roll with 250 P / 700 C / 45 F and try get through another week

700 carbs is very strong. as long as they are clean carbs a lot of people react well to high carb diets. in some ways humans have done very well on high carb @lordfarquaad42

 

[BodyMonster34]

Just the weekly update. Noticing a fair bit of bloat and a bit more distension lately. Attributed it to the increased volume of food. Wanted to try lowering the protein though as it seems to have had a pretty significant impact on tightening the waist/mid section in the past and I think an overall less inflamed look. About 48 hours into that trial and took the midsection bathroom shot today so much much tighter

Energy levels are still in the toilet. Still find myself thinking about food a lot. Despite the weight gain, still don't feel "good" so I believe the new intake might still be a slight deficit.

Weight was 120.2kg this morning so up around 1kg after the week of increased carbs

Gonna roll with 250 P / 700 C / 45 F and try get through another week

@lordfarquaad42 bro 250 protein sort of low no? i prefer more red meat. get it up to 300+

 

[ROIDDERS]

Just the weekly update. Noticing a fair bit of bloat and a bit more distension lately. Attributed it to the increased volume of food. Wanted to try lowering the protein though as it seems to have had a pretty significant impact on tightening the waist/mid section in the past and I think an overall less inflamed look. About 48 hours into that trial and took the midsection bathroom shot today so much much tighter

Energy levels are still in the toilet. Still find myself thinking about food a lot. Despite the weight gain, still don't feel "good" so I believe the new intake might still be a slight deficit.

Weight was 120.2kg this morning so up around 1kg after the week of increased carbs

Gonna roll with 250 P / 700 C / 45 F and try get through another week

@lordfarquaad42 You might have some sort of food issue going on, maybe something you're eating is bloating. Maybe try a Elimination Diet. It could be something as simple as a condiment.

 

[ceo]

Just the weekly update. Noticing a fair bit of bloat and a bit more distension lately. Attributed it to the increased volume of food. Wanted to try lowering the protein though as it seems to have had a pretty significant impact on tightening the waist/mid section in the past and I think an overall less inflamed look. About 48 hours into that trial and took the midsection bathroom shot today so much much tighter

Energy levels are still in the toilet. Still find myself thinking about food a lot. Despite the weight gain, still don't feel "good" so I believe the new intake might still be a slight deficit.

Weight was 120.2kg this morning so up around 1kg after the week of increased carbs

Gonna roll with 250 P / 700 C / 45 F and try get through another week

@lordfarquaad42 bros i gotta give you some love on this one. nice job on this. the weight looking solid

 

[Ulter]

Just the weekly update. Noticing a fair bit of bloat and a bit more distension lately. Attributed it to the increased volume of food. Wanted to try lowering the protein though as it seems to have had a pretty significant impact on tightening the waist/mid section in the past and I think an overall less inflamed look. About 48 hours into that trial and took the midsection bathroom shot today so much much tighter

Energy levels are still in the toilet. Still find myself thinking about food a lot. Despite the weight gain, still don't feel "good" so I believe the new intake might still be a slight deficit.

Weight was 120.2kg this morning so up around 1kg after the week of increased carbs

Gonna roll with 250 P / 700 C / 45 F and try get through another week

You are looking fantastic. Thank you so much for taking the time to post up such good photography.@lordfarquaad42 Much respect for this physique. Sorry about your energy levels. Hopefully that passes

 

[25homes]

Good work

 

[lordfarquaad42]

@lordfarquaad42 bro 250 protein sort of low no? i prefer more red meat. get it up to 300+

Wasn't aware that over 2g/kg was considered "low" now?

 

[lordfarquaad42]

@lordfarquaad42 You might have some sort of food issue going on, maybe something you're eating is bloating. Maybe try a Elimination Diet. It could be something as simple as a condiment.

Possibly. Been eating similar foods for the last 7 years now. I probably only buy 10-15 different food items total from the grocery store and havent been able to pin point it. Don't think it's any food allergies/sensitivities if I'm honest

 

[2Thick]

Just the weekly update. Noticing a fair bit of bloat and a bit more distension lately. Attributed it to the increased volume of food. Wanted to try lowering the protein though as it seems to have had a pretty significant impact on tightening the waist/mid section in the past and I think an overall less inflamed look. About 48 hours into that trial and took the midsection bathroom shot today so much much tighter

Energy levels are still in the toilet. Still find myself thinking about food a lot. Despite the weight gain, still don't feel "good" so I believe the new intake might still be a slight deficit.

Weight was 120.2kg this morning so up around 1kg after the week of increased carbs

Gonna roll with 250 P / 700 C / 45 F and try get through another week

very impressive legs and glutes. some of the best i've seen in a long time on here @lordfarquaad42 fantastic job with the posing shots

 

[CreatineMONO]

Wasn't aware that over 2g/kg was considered "low" now?

bro you need some N2guard

 

[Oracle911]

in on this big lad, good to see an aussie monster, also good to see someone large admit what it takes,

glad you dropped your aas down, firm believier high gh over time is what causes the mutation and look, how you finidng the reta? its magic for keeping your BG lower which reduces impact of high gh, also would mean youd need less insulin if any, esepcially at your size on 600g carbs your probably going hypo wihtout it haha

 

[BodyMonster34]

Wasn't aware that over 2g/kg was considered "low" now?

bro i believe in excess... more TREN. more red meat. more steroids

 

[lordfarquaad42]

in on this big lad, good to see an aussie monster, also good to see someone large admit what it takes,

glad you dropped your aas down, firm believier high gh over time is what causes the mutation and look, how you finidng the reta? its magic for keeping your BG lower which reduces impact of high gh, also would mean youd need less insulin if any, esepcially at your size on 600g carbs your probably going hypo wihtout it haha

Yeah thats exactly whats happening, if i have 5 units with 100g carbs ill go hypo, need 120-130 minimum so been huge in that sense

 

[Oracle911]

yep on mg reta during bulk on 750 carbs i went hypo end of day, longer you run it too the more responsive you get as it pulls fat from internal organs, will be good for you for sure

 

[lordfarquaad42]

bro i believe in excess... more TREN. more red meat. more steroids

Hows that working out for you? Respectfully over time ive been finding out what works best for me. Anything over 300g causes digestive issues. So why would I want to put additional strain and stress on my system when 250g is going to give the maximum anabolic signaling possible?

 

[lordfarquaad42]

bro you need some N2guard

Wanna swing me your discount code? lmao

 

[ROIDDERS]

Possibly. Been eating similar foods for the last 7 years now. I probably only buy 10-15 different food items total from the grocery store and havent been able to pin point it. Don't think it's any food allergies/sensitivities if I'm honest

similar foods will do it. like if you eat nuts or eggs every day over and over. you can develop an intolerance. its smart to cycle your foods the same way nature cycles foods per season

 

[BodyMonster34]

Hows that working out for you? Respectfully over time ive been finding out what works best for me. Anything over 300g causes digestive issues. So why would I want to put additional strain and stress on my system when 250g is going to give the maximum anabolic signaling possible?

bro it work out good. last time i was in clink within 3 days i had entire block on knees including CO's wives

 

[ballin2504]

Just the weekly update. Noticing a fair bit of bloat and a bit more distension lately. Attributed it to the increased volume of food. Wanted to try lowering the protein though as it seems to have had a pretty significant impact on tightening the waist/mid section in the past and I think an overall less inflamed look. About 48 hours into that trial and took the midsection bathroom shot today so much much tighter

Energy levels are still in the toilet. Still find myself thinking about food a lot. Despite the weight gain, still don't feel "good" so I believe the new intake might still be a slight deficit.

Weight was 120.2kg this morning so up around 1kg after the week of increased carbs

Gonna roll with 250 P / 700 C / 45 F and try get through another week

@lordfarquaad42 man you are massive. Killing this log and training.

 

[lordfarquaad42]

@lordfarquaad42 man you are massive. Killing this log and training.

Thanks mate, shame no sponsors wanted to jump on board. Is what it is I guess

 

[LevButlerov]

Thanks mate, shame no sponsors wanted to jump on board. Is what it is I guess

@lordfarquaad42 you'll get sponsored in time keep the log active and work hard. I think @Anabolic Advancements was looking for loggers but not sure.

 

[lordfarquaad42]

I've got to say number 1 bit of àdvice to anyone who's a bit of an overthinker is JUST GET A COACH. I started this deficit period in a time where I had just had my hours significantly reduced at work. I thought it'd be a good time to go hard, suffer a bit and get rid of some fat while not having to deal with people. With where I'm at now I couldn't possibly fathom being in this current mood/state of being and working at the same time. I'm honestly pretty broken and have no idea where to go from here

Being comparative by nature I'm trying to figure out how lean I actually am and how far off stage condition I am. For how I'm feeling I thought I'd be much closer but I still look soft and fat. Been looking over different pros and their current preps, beef stu, jo palacios, quint beastwood. Seems someone like Jo has had his glutes in from about 10 weeks out, and Quinton is about 3 weeks away still looking pretty soft with no real glute/ham seperation. Not sure if this is a case of pure fluid retention but completely different looking physiques for their current points in prep.

From a couple weeks ago I pushed cals up to just over 4000 with 250 P / 700 C / 40-50 F. I was hoping this would help with energy levels, training performance and overall well being but if anything things are even worse. Down to a new low of 118.2kg this morning. I hate being in the current position im in. I feel like I'm eating too much to make meaningful progress, getting all the negative effects of dieting and just continuing to burn myself out and spin my wheels. If I could afford it I would 100% put this in someone else's hands as it seems what I'm doing isn't working. Not sure where to go from here again but the inevitable period of rebound "fat gain" is about to happen cause I can't keep this up.

 

[Npcclassicphysique champ]

I've got to say number 1 bit of àdvice to anyone who's a bit of an overthinker is JUST GET A COACH. I started this deficit period in a time where I had just had my hours significantly reduced at work. I thought it'd be a good time to go hard, suffer a bit and get rid of some fat while not having to deal with people. With where I'm at now I couldn't possibly fathom being in this current mood/state of being and working at the same time. I'm honestly pretty broken and have no idea where to go from here

Being comparative by nature I'm trying to figure out how lean I actually am and how far off stage condition I am. For how I'm feeling I thought I'd be much closer but I still look soft and fat. Been looking over different pros and their current preps, beef stu, jo palacios, quint beastwood. Seems someone like Jo has had his glutes in from about 10 weeks out, and Quinton is about 3 weeks away still looking pretty soft with no real glute/ham seperation. Not sure if this is a case of pure fluid retention but completely different looking physiques for their current points in prep.

From a couple weeks ago I pushed cals up to just over 4000 with 250 P / 700 C / 40-50 F. I was hoping this would help with energy levels, training performance and overall well being but if anything things are even worse. Down to a new low of 118.2kg this morning. I hate being in the current position im in. I feel like I'm eating too much to make meaningful progress, getting all the negative effects of dieting and just continuing to burn myself out and spin my wheels. If I could afford it I would 100% put this in someone else's hands as it seems what I'm doing isn't working. Not sure where to go from here again but the inevitable period of rebound "fat gain" is about to happen cause I can't keep this up.

@lordfarquaad42 you're a true ifbb pro not sure why you dont have a coach though, all do
did you get one or you saying you got one already?
your looks is unreal thick

 

[lordfarquaad42]

@lordfarquaad42 you're a true ifbb pro not sure why you dont have a coach though, all do
did you get one or you saying you got one already?
your looks is unreal thick

Out of work at the moment so it's not really an expense I can afford

 

[Oracle911]

I've got to say number 1 bit of àdvice to anyone who's a bit of an overthinker is JUST GET A COACH. I started this deficit period in a time where I had just had my hours significantly reduced at work. I thought it'd be a good time to go hard, suffer a bit and get rid of some fat while not having to deal with people. With where I'm at now I couldn't possibly fathom being in this current mood/state of being and working at the same time. I'm honestly pretty broken and have no idea where to go from here

Being comparative by nature I'm trying to figure out how lean I actually am and how far off stage condition I am. For how I'm feeling I thought I'd be much closer but I still look soft and fat. Been looking over different pros and their current preps, beef stu, jo palacios, quint beastwood. Seems someone like Jo has had his glutes in from about 10 weeks out, and Quinton is about 3 weeks away still looking pretty soft with no real glute/ham seperation. Not sure if this is a case of pure fluid retention but completely different looking physiques for their current points in prep.

From a couple weeks ago I pushed cals up to just over 4000 with 250 P / 700 C / 40-50 F. I was hoping this would help with energy levels, training performance and overall well being but if anything things are even worse. Down to a new low of 118.2kg this morning. I hate being in the current position im in. I feel like I'm eating too much to make meaningful progress, getting all the negative effects of dieting and just continuing to burn myself out and spin my wheels. If I could afford it I would 100% put this in someone else's hands as it seems what I'm doing isn't working. Not sure where to go from here again but the inevitable period of rebound "fat gain" is about to happen cause I can't keep this up.

i was actually thinking your shape reminds me of Jo Palacios but your quad sweep is better, do you have a show set in stone?

 

[stevesmi]

I've got to say number 1 bit of àdvice to anyone who's a bit of an overthinker is JUST GET A COACH. I started this deficit period in a time where I had just had my hours significantly reduced at work. I thought it'd be a good time to go hard, suffer a bit and get rid of some fat while not having to deal with people. With where I'm at now I couldn't possibly fathom being in this current mood/state of being and working at the same time. I'm honestly pretty broken and have no idea where to go from here

Being comparative by nature I'm trying to figure out how lean I actually am and how far off stage condition I am. For how I'm feeling I thought I'd be much closer but I still look soft and fat. Been looking over different pros and their current preps, beef stu, jo palacios, quint beastwood. Seems someone like Jo has had his glutes in from about 10 weeks out, and Quinton is about 3 weeks away still looking pretty soft with no real glute/ham seperation. Not sure if this is a case of pure fluid retention but completely different looking physiques for their current points in prep.

From a couple weeks ago I pushed cals up to just over 4000 with 250 P / 700 C / 40-50 F. I was hoping this would help with energy levels, training performance and overall well being but if anything things are even worse. Down to a new low of 118.2kg this morning. I hate being in the current position im in. I feel like I'm eating too much to make meaningful progress, getting all the negative effects of dieting and just continuing to burn myself out and spin my wheels. If I could afford it I would 100% put this in someone else's hands as it seems what I'm doing isn't working. Not sure where to go from here again but the inevitable period of rebound "fat gain" is about to happen cause I can't keep this up.

@lordfarquaad42 i agree with the coach thing. more eyes on you can give you a different perspective. nice mentality to have. world class athletes of all sports have coaches for a reason

 

[lordfarquaad42]

i was actually thinking your shape reminds me of Jo Palacios but your quad sweep is better, do you have a show set in stone?

Had a show in mind but doubt I'm gonna make it to that point. Priority right now is restoring mental health/energy. Pushing like this for 10 more weeks isn't gonna happen

 

[Oracle911]

Had a show in mind but doubt I'm gonna make it to that point. Priority right now is restoring mental health/energy. Pushing like this for 10 more weeks isn't gonna happen

fair mate, going into a show if your not in the right head space is ALWAYS a bad idea, if you need anything dont hesitate to reach out, bodybuild can be a headfuck

 

[BodyMonster34]

I've got to say number 1 bit of àdvice to anyone who's a bit of an overthinker is JUST GET A COACH. I started this deficit period in a time where I had just had my hours significantly reduced at work. I thought it'd be a good time to go hard, suffer a bit and get rid of some fat while not having to deal with people. With where I'm at now I couldn't possibly fathom being in this current mood/state of being and working at the same time. I'm honestly pretty broken and have no idea where to go from here

Being comparative by nature I'm trying to figure out how lean I actually am and how far off stage condition I am. For how I'm feeling I thought I'd be much closer but I still look soft and fat. Been looking over different pros and their current preps, beef stu, jo palacios, quint beastwood. Seems someone like Jo has had his glutes in from about 10 weeks out, and Quinton is about 3 weeks away still looking pretty soft with no real glute/ham seperation. Not sure if this is a case of pure fluid retention but completely different looking physiques for their current points in prep.

From a couple weeks ago I pushed cals up to just over 4000 with 250 P / 700 C / 40-50 F. I was hoping this would help with energy levels, training performance and overall well being but if anything things are even worse. Down to a new low of 118.2kg this morning. I hate being in the current position im in. I feel like I'm eating too much to make meaningful progress, getting all the negative effects of dieting and just continuing to burn myself out and spin my wheels. If I could afford it I would 100% put this in someone else's hands as it seems what I'm doing isn't working. Not sure where to go from here again but the inevitable period of rebound "fat gain" is about to happen cause I can't keep this up.

bro maybe you need to get more red meat? that might be issue @lordfarquaad42 you look good though nice and thick

 

[TAGII]

I've got to say number 1 bit of àdvice to anyone who's a bit of an overthinker is JUST GET A COACH. I started this deficit period in a time where I had just had my hours significantly reduced at work. I thought it'd be a good time to go hard, suffer a bit and get rid of some fat while not having to deal with people. With where I'm at now I couldn't possibly fathom being in this current mood/state of being and working at the same time. I'm honestly pretty broken and have no idea where to go from here

Being comparative by nature I'm trying to figure out how lean I actually am and how far off stage condition I am. For how I'm feeling I thought I'd be much closer but I still look soft and fat. Been looking over different pros and their current preps, beef stu, jo palacios, quint beastwood. Seems someone like Jo has had his glutes in from about 10 weeks out, and Quinton is about 3 weeks away still looking pretty soft with no real glute/ham seperation. Not sure if this is a case of pure fluid retention but completely different looking physiques for their current points in prep.

From a couple weeks ago I pushed cals up to just over 4000 with 250 P / 700 C / 40-50 F. I was hoping this would help with energy levels, training performance and overall well being but if anything things are even worse. Down to a new low of 118.2kg this morning. I hate being in the current position im in. I feel like I'm eating too much to make meaningful progress, getting all the negative effects of dieting and just continuing to burn myself out and spin my wheels. If I could afford it I would 100% put this in someone else's hands as it seems what I'm doing isn't working. Not sure where to go from here again but the inevitable period of rebound "fat gain" is about to happen cause I can't keep this up.

@lordfarquaad42
Great shape bud! Keep your head up and stay consistent. Trust the process BUT also listen to your body. If your body needs a break, the. Take a break. Allow your body to rest and reset. When you get to a point that your are too broke down you will begin holding water and your cortisol and inflammation will rise.
Keep up the great work and I hope your job will sort itself soon. Tight finances just adds to stress and cortisol.

 

[lordfarquaad42]

bro maybe you need to get more red meat? that might be issue @lordfarquaad42 you look good though nice and thick

oh yeah bro its that red meat that i would never normally eat even during my off season phase where i feel totally fine, but thats definitely the answer here, redddd meaaat lmao

 

[Mobster]

Coaches come into their own when you're low on carbs etc

 

[Ulter]

I've got to say number 1 bit of àdvice to anyone who's a bit of an overthinker is JUST GET A COACH. I started this deficit period in a time where I had just had my hours significantly reduced at work. I thought it'd be a good time to go hard, suffer a bit and get rid of some fat while not having to deal with people. With where I'm at now I couldn't possibly fathom being in this current mood/state of being and working at the same time. I'm honestly pretty broken and have no idea where to go from here

Being comparative by nature I'm trying to figure out how lean I actually am and how far off stage condition I am. For how I'm feeling I thought I'd be much closer but I still look soft and fat. Been looking over different pros and their current preps, beef stu, jo palacios, quint beastwood. Seems someone like Jo has had his glutes in from about 10 weeks out, and Quinton is about 3 weeks away still looking pretty soft with no real glute/ham seperation. Not sure if this is a case of pure fluid retention but completely different looking physiques for their current points in prep.

From a couple weeks ago I pushed cals up to just over 4000 with 250 P / 700 C / 40-50 F. I was hoping this would help with energy levels, training performance and overall well being but if anything things are even worse. Down to a new low of 118.2kg this morning. I hate being in the current position im in. I feel like I'm eating too much to make meaningful progress, getting all the negative effects of dieting and just continuing to burn myself out and spin my wheels. If I could afford it I would 100% put this in someone else's hands as it seems what I'm doing isn't working. Not sure where to go from here again but the inevitable period of rebound "fat gain" is about to happen cause I can't keep this up.

@lordfarquaad42 much respect for the posing shots. you look like a beast! very impressive work on this. you are going to finish this looking like a beast

 

[ROIDDERS]

I've got to say number 1 bit of àdvice to anyone who's a bit of an overthinker is JUST GET A COACH. I started this deficit period in a time where I had just had my hours significantly reduced at work. I thought it'd be a good time to go hard, suffer a bit and get rid of some fat while not having to deal with people. With where I'm at now I couldn't possibly fathom being in this current mood/state of being and working at the same time. I'm honestly pretty broken and have no idea where to go from here

Being comparative by nature I'm trying to figure out how lean I actually am and how far off stage condition I am. For how I'm feeling I thought I'd be much closer but I still look soft and fat. Been looking over different pros and their current preps, beef stu, jo palacios, quint beastwood. Seems someone like Jo has had his glutes in from about 10 weeks out, and Quinton is about 3 weeks away still looking pretty soft with no real glute/ham seperation. Not sure if this is a case of pure fluid retention but completely different looking physiques for their current points in prep.

From a couple weeks ago I pushed cals up to just over 4000 with 250 P / 700 C / 40-50 F. I was hoping this would help with energy levels, training performance and overall well being but if anything things are even worse. Down to a new low of 118.2kg this morning. I hate being in the current position im in. I feel like I'm eating too much to make meaningful progress, getting all the negative effects of dieting and just continuing to burn myself out and spin my wheels. If I could afford it I would 100% put this in someone else's hands as it seems what I'm doing isn't working. Not sure where to go from here again but the inevitable period of rebound "fat gain" is about to happen cause I can't keep this up.

@lordfarquaad42 don't be so hard on yourself. keep experimenting with the meals and macros. you will find what works man

 

[2Thick]

I've got to say number 1 bit of àdvice to anyone who's a bit of an overthinker is JUST GET A COACH. I started this deficit period in a time where I had just had my hours significantly reduced at work. I thought it'd be a good time to go hard, suffer a bit and get rid of some fat while not having to deal with people. With where I'm at now I couldn't possibly fathom being in this current mood/state of being and working at the same time. I'm honestly pretty broken and have no idea where to go from here

Being comparative by nature I'm trying to figure out how lean I actually am and how far off stage condition I am. For how I'm feeling I thought I'd be much closer but I still look soft and fat. Been looking over different pros and their current preps, beef stu, jo palacios, quint beastwood. Seems someone like Jo has had his glutes in from about 10 weeks out, and Quinton is about 3 weeks away still looking pretty soft with no real glute/ham seperation. Not sure if this is a case of pure fluid retention but completely different looking physiques for their current points in prep.

From a couple weeks ago I pushed cals up to just over 4000 with 250 P / 700 C / 40-50 F. I was hoping this would help with energy levels, training performance and overall well being but if anything things are even worse. Down to a new low of 118.2kg this morning. I hate being in the current position im in. I feel like I'm eating too much to make meaningful progress, getting all the negative effects of dieting and just continuing to burn myself out and spin my wheels. If I could afford it I would 100% put this in someone else's hands as it seems what I'm doing isn't working. Not sure where to go from here again but the inevitable period of rebound "fat gain" is about to happen cause I can't keep this up.

just my guess but i think you are overthinking things @lordfarquaad42 you are too worried about cals and macros. focus on the clean foods specifically

 

[ceo]

I've got to say number 1 bit of àdvice to anyone who's a bit of an overthinker is JUST GET A COACH. I started this deficit period in a time where I had just had my hours significantly reduced at work. I thought it'd be a good time to go hard, suffer a bit and get rid of some fat while not having to deal with people. With where I'm at now I couldn't possibly fathom being in this current mood/state of being and working at the same time. I'm honestly pretty broken and have no idea where to go from here

Being comparative by nature I'm trying to figure out how lean I actually am and how far off stage condition I am. For how I'm feeling I thought I'd be much closer but I still look soft and fat. Been looking over different pros and their current preps, beef stu, jo palacios, quint beastwood. Seems someone like Jo has had his glutes in from about 10 weeks out, and Quinton is about 3 weeks away still looking pretty soft with no real glute/ham seperation. Not sure if this is a case of pure fluid retention but completely different looking physiques for their current points in prep.

From a couple weeks ago I pushed cals up to just over 4000 with 250 P / 700 C / 40-50 F. I was hoping this would help with energy levels, training performance and overall well being but if anything things are even worse. Down to a new low of 118.2kg this morning. I hate being in the current position im in. I feel like I'm eating too much to make meaningful progress, getting all the negative effects of dieting and just continuing to burn myself out and spin my wheels. If I could afford it I would 100% put this in someone else's hands as it seems what I'm doing isn't working. Not sure where to go from here again but the inevitable period of rebound "fat gain" is about to happen cause I can't keep this up.

@lordfarquaad42 bros if i had to vote i would say lower the cals and carbs. you got plenty of size. want to see you lean out. and i agree coach important

 

[RoySimpson]

I've got to say number 1 bit of àdvice to anyone who's a bit of an overthinker is JUST GET A COACH. I started this deficit period in a time where I had just had my hours significantly reduced at work. I thought it'd be a good time to go hard, suffer a bit and get rid of some fat while not having to deal with people. With where I'm at now I couldn't possibly fathom being in this current mood/state of being and working at the same time. I'm honestly pretty broken and have no idea where to go from here

Being comparative by nature I'm trying to figure out how lean I actually am and how far off stage condition I am. For how I'm feeling I thought I'd be much closer but I still look soft and fat. Been looking over different pros and their current preps, beef stu, jo palacios, quint beastwood. Seems someone like Jo has had his glutes in from about 10 weeks out, and Quinton is about 3 weeks away still looking pretty soft with no real glute/ham seperation. Not sure if this is a case of pure fluid retention but completely different looking physiques for their current points in prep.

From a couple weeks ago I pushed cals up to just over 4000 with 250 P / 700 C / 40-50 F. I was hoping this would help with energy levels, training performance and overall well being but if anything things are even worse. Down to a new low of 118.2kg this morning. I hate being in the current position im in. I feel like I'm eating too much to make meaningful progress, getting all the negative effects of dieting and just continuing to burn myself out and spin my wheels. If I could afford it I would 100% put this in someone else's hands as it seems what I'm doing isn't working. Not sure where to go from here again but the inevitable period of rebound "fat gain" is about to happen cause I can't keep this up.

@lordfarquaad42 looking absolutely brolic bro! Tick aF!!

 

[lordfarquaad42]

@lordfarquaad42 bros if i had to vote i would say lower the cals and carbs. you got plenty of size. want to see you lean out. and i agree coach important

Not sure if you read my actual posts then but I am already struggling immensely on my current intake

 

[Npcclassicphysique champ]

Out of work at the moment so it's not really an expense I can afford

check this thread
https://www.evolutionary.org/forums/threads/aussie-logger-marketplace.104319/
@lordfarquaad42

 

[lordfarquaad42]

check this thread
https://www.evolutionary.org/forums/threads/aussie-logger-marketplace.104319/
@lordfarquaad42

Made 2 posts here with no success

 

[LevButlerov]

Made 2 posts here with no success

I checked our approved supplier q3, I think most of the VIPs and growing suppliers need loggers. @lordfarquaad42
https://www.evolutionary.org/forums/threads/top-trusted-aussie-vendors-2025-q3.105545/
I saw @Anabolic Advancements working on VIP, that might be your way.

 

[lordfarquaad42]

I checked our approved supplier q3, I think most of the VIPs and growing suppliers need loggers. @lordfarquaad42
https://www.evolutionary.org/forums/threads/top-trusted-aussie-vendors-2025-q3.105545/
I saw @Anabolic Advancements working on VIP, that might be your way.

Had a chat to him, offer was a little below par and not really suitable for me compared to what others had offered and it just didnt work out with the other 2

 

[LevButlerov]

Had a chat to him, offer was a little below par and not really suitable for me compared to what others had offered and it just didnt work out with the other 2

I don't know all the Aussie supplier requirement well, you should talk to all of them individually.
They are all on this list -
https://www.evolutionary.org/forums/threads/top-trusted-aussie-vendors-2025-q3.105545/

 

[Freki]

Had a chat to him, offer was a little below par and not really suitable for me compared to what others had offered and it just didnt work out with the other 2

It'll happen bro, few more labs will pop up and be looking for loggers. Hopefully you sort your calories out, not good feeling poor all the time.

 

[BodyMonster34]

oh yeah bro its that red meat that i would never normally eat even during my off season phase where i feel totally fine, but thats definitely the answer here, redddd meaaat lmao

bro red meat cure a lot you be surprised

 

[ceo]

Not sure if you read my actual posts then but I am already struggling immensely on my current intake

bros yes i know. but you will get used to it if you keep adjusting

 

[Tiger Salman Khan]

I've got to say number 1 bit of àdvice to anyone who's a bit of an overthinker is JUST GET A COACH. I started this deficit period in a time where I had just had my hours significantly reduced at work. I thought it'd be a good time to go hard, suffer a bit and get rid of some fat while not having to deal with people. With where I'm at now I couldn't possibly fathom being in this current mood/state of being and working at the same time. I'm honestly pretty broken and have no idea where to go from here

Being comparative by nature I'm trying to figure out how lean I actually am and how far off stage condition I am. For how I'm feeling I thought I'd be much closer but I still look soft and fat. Been looking over different pros and their current preps, beef stu, jo palacios, quint beastwood. Seems someone like Jo has had his glutes in from about 10 weeks out, and Quinton is about 3 weeks away still looking pretty soft with no real glute/ham seperation. Not sure if this is a case of pure fluid retention but completely different looking physiques for their current points in prep.

From a couple weeks ago I pushed cals up to just over 4000 with 250 P / 700 C / 40-50 F. I was hoping this would help with energy levels, training performance and overall well being but if anything things are even worse. Down to a new low of 118.2kg this morning. I hate being in the current position im in. I feel like I'm eating too much to make meaningful progress, getting all the negative effects of dieting and just continuing to burn myself out and spin my wheels. If I could afford it I would 100% put this in someone else's hands as it seems what I'm doing isn't working. Not sure where to go from here again but the inevitable period of rebound "fat gain" is about to happen cause I can't keep this up.

@lordfarquaad42 Looking solid man.....good strategy will take you ahead for sure....you have an amazing physique.......

 

[ballin2504]

I've got to say number 1 bit of àdvice to anyone who's a bit of an overthinker is JUST GET A COACH. I started this deficit period in a time where I had just had my hours significantly reduced at work. I thought it'd be a good time to go hard, suffer a bit and get rid of some fat while not having to deal with people. With where I'm at now I couldn't possibly fathom being in this current mood/state of being and working at the same time. I'm honestly pretty broken and have no idea where to go from here

Being comparative by nature I'm trying to figure out how lean I actually am and how far off stage condition I am. For how I'm feeling I thought I'd be much closer but I still look soft and fat. Been looking over different pros and their current preps, beef stu, jo palacios, quint beastwood. Seems someone like Jo has had his glutes in from about 10 weeks out, and Quinton is about 3 weeks away still looking pretty soft with no real glute/ham seperation. Not sure if this is a case of pure fluid retention but completely different looking physiques for their current points in prep.

From a couple weeks ago I pushed cals up to just over 4000 with 250 P / 700 C / 40-50 F. I was hoping this would help with energy levels, training performance and overall well being but if anything things are even worse. Down to a new low of 118.2kg this morning. I hate being in the current position im in. I feel like I'm eating too much to make meaningful progress, getting all the negative effects of dieting and just continuing to burn myself out and spin my wheels. If I could afford it I would 100% put this in someone else's hands as it seems what I'm doing isn't working. Not sure where to go from here again but the inevitable period of rebound "fat gain" is about to happen cause I can't keep this up.

@lordfarquaad42 pro level physique for sure man. You have an astronomical amount of muscle on you!

 

[lordfarquaad42]

bros yes i know. but you will get used to it if you keep adjusting

So you think the best strategy is bring my calories back down to where they were and then ill just adjust and gym performance will start improving, energy levels and overall well being will improve, and i'll start feeling good again...hmm interesting

 

[LevButlerov]

So you think the best strategy is bring my calories back down to where they were and then ill just adjust and gym performance will start improving, energy levels and overall well being will improve, and i'll start feeling good again...hmm interesting

Yes that's easier to cut as well this way.

 

[lordfarquaad42]

Yes that's easier to cut as well this way.

You guys can't be serious...

Reducing calorie intake back to where I was losing 2-2.5kg a week isn't the answer here. Some of the advice in this thread is wild

I'm not trying to cut anymore. I'm trying to get out of this hole where I'm dragging my ass through life. I dread going to the gym now from how shit I've been feeling every session. What I'm doing isn't sustainable

 

[LevButlerov]

You guys can't be serious...

Reducing calorie intake back to where I was losing 2-2.5kg a week isn't the answer here. Some of the advice in this thread is wild

I'm not trying to cut anymore. I'm trying to get out of this hole where I'm dragging my ass through life. I dread going to the gym now from how shit I've been feeling every session. What I'm doing isn't sustainable

You know your metabolic rate might be very fast and your size is huge. if you feel like more calories will make you feel better lets do it. I probably misunderstood, my apologies. Remember I answer about 300 posts per day I can get lost lol

 

[Oracle911]

You guys can't be serious...

Reducing calorie intake back to where I was losing 2-2.5kg a week isn't the answer here. Some of the advice in this thread is wild

I'm not trying to cut anymore. I'm trying to get out of this hole where I'm dragging my ass through life. I dread going to the gym now from how shit I've been feeling every session. What I'm doing isn't sustainable

you still running shit? maybe keep food as is, drop to a cruise, keep gh in if you need be but sounds like you really need a mental break, high doses etc even if used to them over time can fuck you up mentally, and if you lower it its one less thing to fuck with your thoughts, said it once said it again, mental is super important and if you need to bounce shit off anyone reach out. serious

 

[25homes]

Great pics

 

[ceo]

So you think the best strategy is bring my calories back down to where they were and then ill just adjust and gym performance will start improving, energy levels and overall well being will improve, and i'll start feeling good again...hmm interesting

bros if you don't try something else how would you know right?

 

[lordfarquaad42]

bros if you don't try something else how would you know right?

Going to have to trust me on this one brother. When I signifcantly reduce food on rest days to around 3k cals total, the worst/hardest days are ALWAYS the day following the reduced intake. From that I have some pretty convincing data that there seems to be a pretty strong correlation between caloric intake and energy levels. Which, crazy as it seems, but science would also support as a valid claim. So yeah maybe just have a tiny think before making silly suggestions

 

[LevButlerov]

Going to have to trust me on this one brother. When I signifcantly reduce food on rest days to around 3k cals total, the worst/hardest days are ALWAYS the day following the reduced intake. From that I have some pretty convincing data that there seems to be a pretty strong correlation between caloric intake and energy levels. Which, crazy as it seems, but science would also support as a valid claim. So yeah maybe just have a tiny think before making silly suggestions

You should stay high calorie especially with the mental health factor we talked about. @lordfarquaad42

 

[ceo]

Going to have to trust me on this one brother. When I signifcantly reduce food on rest days to around 3k cals total, the worst/hardest days are ALWAYS the day following the reduced intake. From that I have some pretty convincing data that there seems to be a pretty strong correlation between caloric intake and energy levels. Which, crazy as it seems, but science would also support as a valid claim. So yeah maybe just have a tiny think before making silly suggestions

bros you probably just super insulin resistant. if you taking lots of gear and a big muscular bodybuilder of course you gonna need fuel. and your muscles become like sponges. we all go through it