That's a close stanceTuesday : Legs Banded Squats/ Safety Squats 315
Wake Up @ 198
Post Workout @ 193
Step Count: 25K
Androgen Rage : Medium
Cycle Status : Week 1
Show Date : 07/16/2025 (Pro card or bust)
Target Weigh in : 176.25 lbs
Eating Spinach Omelet this evening. Took my second shot this EQ 200/Test 200. Workout was decent today, but still not amped. I did finally switch out the air jordans for metcons. The soles on the air jordans felt flatter. I do like the stability. I did not like the hi top having to lace up.
Just more time consuming getting in and out of the shoes. Also have been using the wedge and getting better mobility in the squat.
Feel like I have more control and strength in my movements. I'm just trying to have better depth and control. Would like to see more of this than added weight. Sometimes, I can feel the quad movement other times the glute activation at the bottom. Just want to feel it. 225 and 135 are super easy.
Happy Tuesday!
Wednesday : Light Chest / Shoulders
Wake Up @ 199
Post Workout @ 195
Step Count: 25K
Androgen Rage : Medium
Cycle Status : Week 1 Clean Bulk
Show Date : 07/16/2025 (Pro card or bust)
Target Weigh in : 176.25 lbs
I am feeling something now. My joints feel much better. That dry sore achey pain of osteoarthritis is much better. Joints feel more limber and less sore. Deca has this effect. I think EQ does as well. Even my outdoor walk felt better on my knees. Had a good gym workout. Did my 2 plate presses.
I recorded myself doing the shoulder press and found it disappointing. What feels like good reps can be much better and go much lower. Just have to keep working on it. I think I will have my spotter friend follow me up and down and try to go lower. I look like I am bracing too much into an incline position. I do believe the reps looks better at 135.
My incline presses get very close to my chest. For my decline, i have a progression. First set is close to chest. Second set I bounce it off my chest. Third set I rest pause on my chest and push from there. I like this and want to do this on all three presses.
Tonight's dinner Steak Fajitas and avocado
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@PrinceDaddy thank you for the update.Thursday : Traps /Tris/Dumb Bell RDLs
Wake Up @ 201
Post Workout @ 196
Step Count: 19K
Androgen Rage : Medium
Cycle Status : None
Show Date : 07/16/2025 (Pro card or bust)
Target Weigh in : 176.25 lbs
The anabolics are taking effect. Joints feel good. Muscle bellies seemed much fuller today. Weight seems to be going up. Food is the same as last week. Work out was ok. Triceps, I keep forgetting my preferred bar at home. Feels new to suddenly have pumps. Definitely having some water retention. Not feeling the intent to push more weight just yet.
I'm hoping to see the week 4 effects from my post above.
I am planning to start the peptides and HGH this Saturday evening
HGH : 5iu ED (using up 10x10iu kit)
BPC-157 5G : 250mcg ED
IGF-LR3 1G : 50mcg ED
The HGH will run out in 20 days. The most I have ever done between 2-3 iu ED. I'm not planning on doing any more HGH this year.
I would like to see what a higher dosage does for me. I have about 80 days worth of dosing for the BPC and IGF. I'm eager to see what these two do for me.
I have a vial of Retatrutide 10mg and SLU-PP-332 pills. I plan on using these later in May when I start my cut phase.
One day at a time.
Nice share. Thanks!This is a good summarization from Quora. I can definitely feel the week 1 effects.
If you use steroids how fast do you notice muscle gains?
Timeline for Gains When Using Anabolic Steroids
Anabolic steroids accelerate muscle hypertrophy and strength gains. Here's a timeline based on research studies:
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Immediate Effects (First Week)
Short-Term Gains (2-6 Weeks)
- Water Retention and Rapid Weight Gain:
- Users often report a noticeable increase in body weight (up to 2-4 kg) during the first 5-8 days, largely due to water retention and initial muscle nitrogen retention (Johnson et al., 1972).
4 Weeks
- 2-3 Weeks
- • Strength and Performance Gains: Strength increases start to become apparent due to improved protein synthesis and neuromuscular adaptations (Schroeder et al., 2005).
6 Weeks
- Muscle Mass Gains: Lean body mass shows significant gains. Studies reported ~2-3 kg increase in muscle mass within the first month (Schroeder et al., 2005).
- Muscle fiber hypertrophy is evident, with larger fast-twitch fiber sizes (Kadi et al., 1999).
Mid-Term Gains (8-12 Weeks)
- Peak Strength Gains:◦ Studies show 6-7% improvement in maximal strength for exercises like leg press and chest press within 6 weeks (Schroeder et al., 2005).
• Muscle Memory Development:
- Continued Muscle Hypertrophy: Most significant changes occur around 8-12 weeks, with consistent increases in muscle size and strength when paired with resistance training (Alen et al., 1984).
12+ Weeks
- Steroids increase myonuclei in muscle fibers, supporting long-term hypertrophy potential even after cessation (Egner et al., 2013).
Summary Timeline
- Plateau Effect: Gains tend to plateau due to a balance between muscle-building and nitrogen retention limits (Santos & Haluch, 2022).
1. First Week: Water retention and minor weight gain (~2-4 kg).
2. 2-3 Weeks: Initial strength and minor muscle mass gains.
3. 4-6 Weeks: Noticeable muscle mass (~2-3 kg) and strength (~6-7%) increases.
4. 8-12 Weeks: Peak muscle hypertrophy and strength gains.
5. Post-12 Weeks: Gains plateau, but benefits persist due to muscle memory.
Conclusion: Gains from anabolic steroids can start as early as 1 week (water weight) and peak around 8-12 weeks with proper training and nutrition. However, plateaus occur after this period, and continued use risks severe health effects.
Parenting is hard! We have just one daughter. She’s going to likely be moving to east coast with her navy fiancé. All her chronic medical stuff she has to be able yo manage on her own. Scares me a bit! So I’m trying to get her to do it now without my help but you can’t let that kind of thing go by the wayside. Self advocating. She also was like 18 finally got drivers license. Keep up the good work on home front and at the gym. Few days off in spring wont hurt… be a good Deload!Friday : Spider curls / Cable curls /Cable crunches
Wake Up @ 202
Post Workout @ 197
Step Count: 20K
Androgen Rage : Medium
Cycle Status : Week 1 (CleanBulk)
Show Date : 07/16/2025 (Pro card or bust)
Target Weigh in : 176.25 lbs
Weight is definitely going up. I can't say my food is any different from last week. Work out is adequate but I am not as focused as I would like to be. I am have been parenting my daughter into an adult. She turned 18 this week. So have been working on college, driver license, etc. Making progress, but it is time consuming. I have to do some campus tours with her. I have one planned during her Spring Break where I likely will have to take a break for a few days. None of the schools she is interested in are close by. I will be in Iowa City for a visit next month. Then PA and NJ for a few school visits.
Tomorrow is my leg day. I will be using the new Metcons. i have had 3 shots on my cycle. Joints feel great. Anxious to see what tomorrow holds. Start peptides and HGH tomorrow also.
Dinner tonight, beef fajita meat mixed with peppers, onions, and eggs. And of course an avocado.
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@PrinceDaddy solid work bro!Tuesday : Legs Banded Squats/ Safety Squats 315
Wake Up @ 198
Post Workout @ 193
Step Count: 25K
Androgen Rage : Medium
Cycle Status : Week 1
Show Date : 07/16/2025 (Pro card or bust)
Target Weigh in : 176.25 lbs
Eating Spinach Omelet this evening. Took my second shot this EQ 200/Test 200. Workout was decent today, but still not amped. I did finally switch out the air jordans for metcons. The soles on the air jordans felt flatter. I do like the stability. I did not like the hi top having to lace up.
Just more time consuming getting in and out of the shoes. Also have been using the wedge and getting better mobility in the squat.
Feel like I have more control and strength in my movements. I'm just trying to have better depth and control. Would like to see more of this than added weight. Sometimes, I can feel the quad movement other times the glute activation at the bottom. Just want to feel it. 225 and 135 are super easy.
Happy Tuesday!
yup i know it bro had to take my little one to school for a long timeFriday : Spider curls / Cable curls /Cable crunches
Wake Up @ 202
Post Workout @ 197
Step Count: 20K
Androgen Rage : Medium
Cycle Status : Week 1 (CleanBulk)
Show Date : 07/16/2025 (Pro card or bust)
Target Weigh in : 176.25 lbs
Weight is definitely going up. I can't say my food is any different from last week. Work out is adequate but I am not as focused as I would like to be. I am have been parenting my daughter into an adult. She turned 18 this week. So have been working on college, driver license, etc. Making progress, but it is time consuming. I have to do some campus tours with her. I have one planned during her Spring Break where I likely will have to take a break for a few days. None of the schools she is interested in are close by. I will be in Iowa City for a visit next month. Then PA and NJ for a few school visits.
Tomorrow is my leg day. I will be using the new Metcons. i have had 3 shots on my cycle. Joints feel great. Anxious to see what tomorrow holds. Start peptides and HGH tomorrow also.
Dinner tonight, beef fajita meat mixed with peppers, onions, and eggs. And of course an avocado.
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i would work on the estrogen asap bro add some aromasin and you gotta dial in alt/ast you need actual organ liver support like n2guardFull bloodwork results are in. I'm pleased with the results. Good reset where all I did was Test Cyp for 200mg weekly. (Sept 24-Jan25)
I may have not been as hydrated as should I have been, but the numbers look consistent for me.
I may bump the AI from half dose Sun/Wed to a full dose now that I am on cycle
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clean food bro i like your meals always on point with it @PrinceDaddySaturday : Heavy Legs / Conventional Deads
Wake Up @ 199
Post Workout @ 193
Step Count: 10K
Androgen Rage : Medium
Cycle Status : Week 2 (Clean Bulk)
Show Date : 07/16/2025 (Pro card or bust)
Target Weigh in : 176.25 lbs
Cycle is in effect. Feel a little watery and pump is in effect. Joints feel great! No noticeable sock line for now. My diet is clean. So, I'm hoping I don't get much water retention or inflammation. Started my peptide dosing today. Anxious to see how things feel as I progress.
I am squatting 4 plates banded onto a high bench, 405 and 7 top sets of 8-10. I do free form 315 banded squats as well. On the deads, I am not going heavy anymore. Just small quarters. 1,2, then 3 and then a variety of movement. Trying to make sure I get range of movement. I do tend to be gassed by this point from my earlier volume. As I drop weight and the cycle kicks in I should have more focus.
Dinner tonight. Baked a sweet potato, then added my ground beef mix to it. It was good!
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Tomorrow is back to chest/shoulders. Talked to lifting buddy to spot me closer. So maybe I can get better quality reps.
The strength is impressive, but it should look good too.
Happy Saturday Evo Peeps!
100kg x rest pause is hard workSunday : Chest /Shoulders
Wake Up @ 197
Post Workout @ 194
Step Count: 12K
Androgen Rage : Medium
Cycle Status : Week 2 Clean Bulk
Show Date : 07/16/2025 (Pro card or bust)
Target Weigh in : 176.25 lbs
Short quick post today, watching the Super bowl. No favorite, just watching.
Had my spotter friend spot me close on my military press. I'm looking to make this look better at 225. Eventually, I would like to be able to rest pause it from chest. His observation was I start good, but as go thru the reps I moving towards the back vs straight up. Had him spot me with 185 and also try a rest pause in there. This is something I am going to keep working. I think too many people move the weight up for the ego without perfecting the form. Today, I do 4 top sets with the 225 presses on incline/shoulder/decline. Anywhere from 7-10 reps. Joints feel good.
I brought my headphones, but decided not to use to today. I wanted to hear my grunts.
2 days in on the peptide dosing. Good sleep last night, can't tell much. Anabolics definitely making me fuller and joints looser. Sock line is still good, No edema.
Ate the same meal as yesterday. Bodybuilder style rinse and repeat.
No, grocery store staple. Texas close to Mexico so avocados and mangos plenty.Nice. Mix of food. You must really love avocados.
Do you have one in your yard?
Thats perfect, hopefully you get good price.No, grocery store staple. Texas close to Mexico so avocados and mangos plenty.
Monday : Back / T bar rows / dumb bell rows
Wake Up @ 201
Post Workout @ 196
Step Count: 21K
Androgen Rage : Medium
Cycle Status : Week 2 Clean Bulk
Show Date : 07/16/2025 (Pro card or bust)
Target Weigh in : 176.25 lbs
Pre-cooked ground turkey for the week. Had Egg omelet with bell peppers/onions and an avocado today. Got the kiddo processed for her driver license, has the temp paper and the new one will come in the mail.
Good workout today. Still not pulling anything I'm not used to. Feel more pumped but similar strength. I will up the AI as my nips feel a little sensitive. 3rd dose of the peptides today. I am getting a little annoyed using the insulin pins 29 gauge, 1ml/cc 1/2mm. Trying to pull 0.5 units on this pin seems tough. Guy with reading glasses here. I might get some 0.5ml syringes see if it is any better drawing small amounts. Weight is up, diet is the same.
Keep plugging along....
precooking is key bro i like doing meal prep its perfect for long termMonday : Back / T bar rows / dumb bell rows
Wake Up @ 201
Post Workout @ 196
Step Count: 21K
Androgen Rage : Medium
Cycle Status : Week 2 Clean Bulk
Show Date : 07/16/2025 (Pro card or bust)
Target Weigh in : 176.25 lbs
Pre-cooked ground turkey for the week. Had Egg omelet with bell peppers/onions and an avocado today. Got the kiddo processed for her driver license, has the temp paper and the new one will come in the mail.
Good workout today. Still not pulling anything I'm not used to. Feel more pumped but similar strength. I will up the AI as my nips feel a little sensitive. 3rd dose of the peptides today. I am getting a little annoyed using the insulin pins 29 gauge, 1ml/cc 1/2mm. Trying to pull 0.5 units on this pin seems tough. Guy with reading glasses here. I might get some 0.5ml syringes see if it is any better drawing small amounts. Weight is up, diet is the same.
Keep plugging along....
@PrinceDaddy looking forward to seeing you go all at this broTuesday : Banded 315 Squats / Safety Bar 305 Squats / Plate loaded leg press / Leg extension / Leg curl
Wake Up @ 199
Post Workout @ 196
Step Count: 25K
Androgen Rage : Medium
Cycle Status : Week 2 Clean Bulk
Show Date : 07/16/2025 (Pro card or bust)
Target Weigh in : 176.25 lbs
Strong leg workout today. I did want to stay in bed at 4AM this morning. I feel like the peptides/HGH are kicking in. The sleep just feels deeper.
I still get up a few times, but just go back to sleep. No edema or excessive water so far. I feel generally pretty good. While I am not pushing heavier weight I am controlling the weight better.
Working on travel arrangement for school visits. As I look at hotels, I am checking their fitness center or proximity to a 24/7 gym. If possible, will try to get some minimal workouts although I expect there will be plenty of walking. I may implement some fasts as needed on one of the longer trip durations.
Happy Tuesday Peeps!
I also get better sleep on peptides, especially HGH.Wednesday : Light Chest / Shoulders
Wake Up @ 201
Post Workout @ 197
Step Count: 25K
Androgen Rage : High
Cycle Status : Week 2 Clean Bulk
Show Date : 07/16/2025 (Pro card or bust)
Target Weigh in : 176.25 lbs
Workout was good today. Got everything in. Did need to do things out of sequence due to gym bros, but got it done. 3 top sets of 225 (rough 8-10 reps) front military, decline, and incline. On my last set of the military, I did use a spotter and the focus was depth and control rather than rep count. Maybe 5 or 6 reps. I will keep working this till it gets better.
I need to ask on the peptide/HGH, i know generally people get better sleep. I do feel like it is a deeper sleep. It almost feels like your brain stem is focused or inflamed. You want to stay in the slumber state. You feel groggy getting up. By the time I get to the gym and start warming up it goes away, but up to that point something is going on in the brain as if its hyperfocused. Just curious if I am describing it right, it does not hurt. It just takes a bit to get going. I'm doing 5 units ED HGH from a 100 IU Kit, so I will be done in 20 days. I'm also doing IGF-LR3 50mcg ED.
Made Ground Turkey with sweet potato:
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Diet has been good, weight is up due to the gear.
One day at time, rinse and repeat.
how you doing with controlling the mid section bro? you make any mods on food? @PrinceDaddyThursday : Traps /Tris/Dumb Bell RDLs
Wake Up @ 202
Post Workout @ 199
Step Count: 16K
Androgen Rage : Medium
Cycle Status : None
Show Date : 07/16/2025 (Pro card or bust)
Target Weigh in : 176.25 lbs
I set my tricep bar out. Did not forget this AM. I feel good. Work out is the same, but just feel strong. I do shrugs and RDLs with 130 dumb bells.
A few years ago, it would have felt heavy. I would have worn a belt. Now I just do them. A set of 10 is easy. That is progress.
As I plan the next few weeks, I do feel like the androgens and peptides are in full effect. I am planning on running blood work again on March 14.
I would like to see the impact of the androgens and peptides. The HGH will end on Feb 27th. Also I fly out on March 15 and don't return till March 22. I'm not taking my gear with me so I will end up taking 6 or 7 days off. I will try to get some workouts in during the trip but it may be hit and miss. Just have to go with flow and treat it like deload.
Plugging along....
@PrinceDaddy super thick side chest broFriday : Plate loaded curls /Cable crunches
Wake Up @ 203
Post Workout @ 199
Step Count: 23K
Androgen Rage : Medium
Cycle Status : Week 2 (Clean Bulk)
Show Date : 07/16/2025 (Pro card or bust)
Target Weigh in : 176.25 lbs
Work outs are moving along. Not necessarily increasing strength, just more comfortable with the weight I already do. Really good pumps with the androgens in full effect. It is frustrating to see the weight trending up given the diet is so clean, but this is truly the androgens in effect. I am eating the same foods the last 4 weeks. No binges, at most plus minus 200 calories.
I mentioned nip sensitivity. It's been cold in DFW. Going for my outdoor walk you add layer upon layers. I thought maybe it was the clothing rub. I'm not sure. I have not had an issue these past few cycles, but I went ahead and broke out the tamoxifen/nolvadex. Will add that to my mix. it has been mostly the right nip. I am doing 600 test, also my pre-cycle estradiol was elevated. Better safe than sorry.
I pre-cooked ground beef 93/7 for three portions. I ate the last of the ground turkey 99/1 with an avocado this evening.
Here's how it looks. More body shots when I get rid of the hair, right now I just do the back and upper arms. Will have all the hair gone around the end of March. The hair hides the details.
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I'm ready to see what I can do this year.
Definitely, put size on all over. Your working hard big manFriday : Plate loaded curls /Cable crunches
Wake Up @ 203
Post Workout @ 199
Step Count: 23K
Androgen Rage : Medium
Cycle Status : Week 2 (Clean Bulk)
Show Date : 07/16/2025 (Pro card or bust)
Target Weigh in : 176.25 lbs
Work outs are moving along. Not necessarily increasing strength, just more comfortable with the weight I already do. Really good pumps with the androgens in full effect. It is frustrating to see the weight trending up given the diet is so clean, but this is truly the androgens in effect. I am eating the same foods the last 4 weeks. No binges, at most plus minus 200 calories.
I mentioned nip sensitivity. It's been cold in DFW. Going for my outdoor walk you add layer upon layers. I thought maybe it was the clothing rub. I'm not sure. I have not had an issue these past few cycles, but I went ahead and broke out the tamoxifen/nolvadex. Will add that to my mix. it has been mostly the right nip. I am doing 600 test, also my pre-cycle estradiol was elevated. Better safe than sorry.
I pre-cooked ground beef 93/7 for three portions. I ate the last of the ground turkey 99/1 with an avocado this evening.
Here's how it looks. More body shots when I get rid of the hair, right now I just do the back and upper arms. Will have all the hair gone around the end of March. The hair hides the details.
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I'm ready to see what I can do this year.
@PrinceDaddy looking thick bro!Friday : Plate loaded curls /Cable crunches
Wake Up @ 203
Post Workout @ 199
Step Count: 23K
Androgen Rage : Medium
Cycle Status : Week 2 (Clean Bulk)
Show Date : 07/16/2025 (Pro card or bust)
Target Weigh in : 176.25 lbs
Work outs are moving along. Not necessarily increasing strength, just more comfortable with the weight I already do. Really good pumps with the androgens in full effect. It is frustrating to see the weight trending up given the diet is so clean, but this is truly the androgens in effect. I am eating the same foods the last 4 weeks. No binges, at most plus minus 200 calories.
I mentioned nip sensitivity. It's been cold in DFW. Going for my outdoor walk you add layer upon layers. I thought maybe it was the clothing rub. I'm not sure. I have not had an issue these past few cycles, but I went ahead and broke out the tamoxifen/nolvadex. Will add that to my mix. it has been mostly the right nip. I am doing 600 test, also my pre-cycle estradiol was elevated. Better safe than sorry.
I pre-cooked ground beef 93/7 for three portions. I ate the last of the ground turkey 99/1 with an avocado this evening.
Here's how it looks. More body shots when I get rid of the hair, right now I just do the back and upper arms. Will have all the hair gone around the end of March. The hair hides the details.
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I'm ready to see what I can do this year.
Hammy work is looking solid, keep growing @PrinceDaddySunday : Chest /Shoulders
Wake Up @ 200
Post Workout @ 195
Step Count: 10K
Androgen Rage : Medium
Cycle Status : Week 3 Clean Bulk
Show Date : 07/16/2025 (Pro card or bust)
Target Weigh in : 176.25 lbs
Nips seem to feel better. Work outs are good. I warm up with core work. Really working on vacuums and waist control. I do nordic curls on the roman chair hyperextension. Easy for me to do there, but much harder using the bench under a lateral pulldown. There's a youtube personality who has been demonstrating some leg growth technique not including the squat and dead lift.
Here it is:
Youtube
I will keep working this till I get better. Would like to see if it improves hammies: Like the mohawk. It's crazy time....
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Chest and shoulder workout was the usual 2 plate 225 press. I do 4 top sets today. On the front military, I use a spotter on the last set and try to go deeper. I drop set it next 205/185/155/135. I feel my delts in the movement. Just have to keep working it.
Have a broken washing machine, so was off to the laundromat today. Hungry, so made the 93/7 ground beef with sweet potato.
I really like the sweet and savory nature of this healthy meal
It is repetitive but that is bodybuilding
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Back day tomorrow
there is no such thing as little guy problems broMonday : Back / T bar rows / dumb bell rows
Wake Up @ 200
Post Workout @ 196
Step Count: 19K
Androgen Rage : Medium
Cycle Status : Week 3 Clean Bulk
Show Date : 07/16/2025 (Pro card or bust)
Target Weigh in : 176.25 lbs
Repeated my usual back work out. Up to 5 plates on the T-bar row. I do landmine squats, rdls, and rows on the way down dropping 1 plate at a time with the t-bar row. 130 lb dumb bell rows, 3 top set each side. plate loaded lat pull down and iso lateral row. I do 3 plates each side. On the lat pull down, I can hook my legs in and pull 3 plates. No hook and I am hanging. I used to do 4 plates, but needed someone to pull me down to get started. Little guy problems. I finish with pin machines including lat pulldown, rows, cable row.
I pretty much do 35 min stairwell everyday at level 6. On M-F, I usually go for a walk with my neighbor for about 5 miles. I get some steady state cardio in
Eating ground beef 93/7 with avocado today. Thawing ground turkey to precook tomorrow.
Rinse and repeat. Every day.
Tuesday : Banded 315 Squats / Safety Bar 305 Squats / Plate loaded leg press / Leg extension
Wake Up @ 201
Post Workout @ 197
Step Count: 24K
Androgen Rage : Medium
Cycle Status : Week 3 Clean Bulk
Show Date : 07/16/2025 (Pro card or bust)
Target Weigh in : 176.25 lbs
Deep Freeze is coming. 25 and feels like 10, tomorrow suppose to be feels like -10 or so. Polar vortex I guess. Likely less walking next two days.
Leg session was good today. Ran out of time and did not get to do much machines. Squats at 3 plates seem improved. 7 top sets of banded 315 squats. I feel like my depth is getting better. Would like to see the legs grow. We shall see.
Waking up, I believe the HGH is definitely affecting me. Feels like you brain stem is working overtime. I get up at 4am M-F, it feels like my body/brain is saying stay asleep .... we are still working. Feels like it takes 30-40 minutes before you feel normal and not groggy. I'll run out of the HGH on Feb 28, so will be interesting to see if this drops afterwards.
Pre-cooked turkey, made an egg omelet with avocado for dinner. Rinse and repeat.
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My research topic of interest today was Red Dye 40, I do drink Zero Sugar Powerades from time to time. I don't understand why we must make adult food visually appealing. I understand and dislike that they do it for kids. Red Dye 3 was banned recently due to cancer concerns.
Here's an article comparing the two:
Good Housekeeping Article
Red dye 40, also known as Allura Red AC, is a synthetic food coloring that can be found in various processed foods. Some foods that may contain Red dye 40 include:
Chest and shoulders tomorrow.
- Candy and confections: Gummy bears, jelly beans, Skittles, M&Ms
- Snacks: Doritos, Cheetos, popcorn, pretzels
- Beverages: Soda, juice boxes, sports drinks
- Processed meats: Bologna, hot dogs, salami
- Sauces: Ketchup, barbecue sauce, salad dressing
- Baked goods: Cookies, cakes, muffins, frosting
- Cereals: Fruit Loops, Trix, Apple Jacks
@PrinceDaddy delt video is legitWednesday : Light Chest / Shoulders
Wake Up @ 202
Post Workout @ 198
Step Count: 13K
Androgen Rage : Medium
Cycle Status : Week 3 Clean Bulk
Show Date : 07/16/2025 (Pro card or bust)
Target Weigh in : 176.25 lbs
Bitter cold today with feels like in the negative temps. No outside walking. Decided I would just stay at the gym and walk laps between machines.
As usual, i do stairmill everyday 35 min at level 6.
Focus today was chest and shoulders. I do 3 top sets today on the 225 presses. At this point I have decided to not shoot for a rep count and shoot for as many reps as I can with good form and control. So my 10 might turn in 6-8. I'm hoping the strength and technique will kick in and at some point I will be able to rest pause with great form. On the seated military, I also have added a drop set at the end so 225/205/185/155/135.
Still very much would like to see my delts grow.
Eating ground turkey with sweet potato today.
Some delt videos attached
Sunday : Chest /Shoulders
Wake Up @ 200
Post Workout @ 195
Step Count: 10K
Androgen Rage : Medium
Cycle Status : Week 3 Clean Bulk
Show Date : 07/16/2025 (Pro card or bust)
Target Weigh in : 176.25 lbs
Nips seem to feel better. Work outs are good. I warm up with core work. Really working on vacuums and waist control. I do nordic curls on the roman chair hyperextension. Easy for me to do there, but much harder using the bench under a lateral pulldown. There's a youtube personality who has been demonstrating some leg growth technique not including the squat and dead lift.
Here it is:
Youtube
I will keep working this till I get better. Would like to see if it improves hammies: Like the mohawk. It's crazy time....
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Chest and shoulder workout was the usual 2 plate 225 press. I do 4 top sets today. On the front military, I use a spotter on the last set and try to go deeper. I drop set it next 205/185/155/135. I feel my delts in the movement. Just have to keep working it.
Have a broken washing machine, so was off to the laundromat today. Hungry, so made the 93/7 ground beef with sweet potato.
I really like the sweet and savory nature of this healthy meal
It is repetitive but that is bodybuilding
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Back day tomorrow
@caligirl85 I think in 2020 we had similar weather with a snow/ice storm. Also the electricity went out for 2.5 days. Rooms in our house were down to 35. We basically huddled around our gas fireplace for 3 days. Our hot water heater busted just as the power came on. It was an on demand hot water heater using gas, but needed electricity too. I have back up power battery I could take into the attic if it were to occur again.Wow, I can't believe how cold it got in Texas.
I guess one more little cold snap and then you guys would be done.
@PrinceDaddy honestly I would not do any boxing or hitting things before a show, too much issues of injuries. I would like to see you concentrate on oldschool walking up treadmill for cardio.Thursday : Traps /Tris/Dumb Bell RDLs
Wake Up @ 203
Post Workout @ 199
Step Count: 9K
Androgen Rage : Medium
Cycle Status : Week 3 Clean Bulk
Show Date : 07/16/2025 (Pro card or bust)
Target Weigh in : 176.25 lbs
Had my tricep bar once again. Makes my pouch heavy, but definitely much better for my elbows. Did my usual trap workout, 130 lb dumb bells. I also do RDLs. Everything is good. Joints definitely feel 100%.
With it being so cold, I have not been doing the outdoor walk. I have been doing the combat bike for 3 min and then walking 2 laps around the gym and just alternating about 6 to 8 time. Not going hard or gassing out, just keep moving. The other thing I have been doing is sparring with a freestanding boxing heavy bag and light gloves similar to below. This is a good change up. Vent any frustration with some hard hitting. Good cardio.
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We have hanging heavy bags as well. I don't like hitting it as much. I can feel the vibration impact going up my arm. All the way to the brain. I get headaches. I feel like it would impact my lifting so everything within reason.
Thinking of fat oxidation, I feel like I need to find some form of cardio that would not impact my weight training but get me breathing hard.
I do like the combat bike. I can't really run fast due to knees.
Sleeping good, would like to sleep more. The oil based injections seem to be doing well. The water based peptide injections had been going well, but I seem to develop a few welts from 2 days ago. They have gotten smaller. I think it is frequent injections and maybe hitting the same spot. I understand diabetics get this with frequent insulin injections.
Another day in the books.
Other members should note the small tweaks PD is doing to stay on top of things
the food issue bro is hard to say @PrinceDaddy can we see a few day to day macro breakdowns with meals? strange you would be gaining weight and cutting, not normalFriday : Cable curls / Cable crunches
Wake Up @ 205
Post Workout @ 200
Step Count: 10K
Androgen Rage : Medium
Cycle Status : Week 3 (Clean Bulk)
Show Date : 07/16/2025 (Pro card or bust)
Target Weigh in : 176.25 lbs
I have to admit I have been conditioned to be cutter and watching the scale go up always makes me think I am getting fatter. My weight is going up. I am still very much eating clean. From a calorie standpoint, plus minus 200 calories at most. My muscles are definitely fuller. My joints feel incredibly good. Sleep has been decent. I usually catch up on Friday evening. I don't feel fatter.
Today's core work was my warm up before pulling up the curl bench to cable machine and curling there with rope and curved bar. I also do singles with a rope and handle.
Still a bit cold to walk, so just repeated the cardio from yesterday. 3 min combat bike and 2 lap walkabout in the gym repeated about 6-8 times.
Also did some sparring as mentioned above. I like this. My hands feel great. I do breathe a little more intensely trying to keep my arms moving and the punches flowing. Have not recorded lately, I think I am going fast but when I recorded a few months ago it looked slow to me.
The peptide welts are getting smaller. Question for the forum. In my research, I recall water soluble peptides/HGH should not be combined into a single syringe. Was talking to a friend who combines his peptides and GH. I said I don't think you should do that. The peptides are delicate.
I think the only two peptides that can be combined are BPC157 and TB500. Thoughts?
Made an omelet with avocado for dinner this evening. Last serving of pre-cooked turkey for tomorrow.
Tomorrow is my intense leg day. Feel good.
Hopefully training and gaining...
you can easily mix bpc and tb500 and hgh bro ive done it lol no issuesThe peptide welts are getting smaller. Question for the forum. In my research, I recall water soluble peptides/HGH should not be combined into a single syringe. Was talking to a friend who combines his peptides and GH. I said I don't think you should do that. The peptides are delicate.
I think the only two peptides that can be combined are BPC157 and TB500. Thoughts?
@PrinceDaddy solid work bro! Drop sets are killer and pump whatever youre working on!Wednesday : Light Chest / Shoulders
Wake Up @ 202
Post Workout @ 198
Step Count: 13K
Androgen Rage : Medium
Cycle Status : Week 3 Clean Bulk
Show Date : 07/16/2025 (Pro card or bust)
Target Weigh in : 176.25 lbs
Bitter cold today with feels like in the negative temps. No outside walking. Decided I would just stay at the gym and walk laps between machines.
As usual, i do stairmill everyday 35 min at level 6.
Focus today was chest and shoulders. I do 3 top sets today on the 225 presses. At this point I have decided to not shoot for a rep count and shoot for as many reps as I can with good form and control. So my 10 might turn in 6-8. I'm hoping the strength and technique will kick in and at some point I will be able to rest pause with great form. On the seated military, I also have added a drop set at the end so 225/205/185/155/135.
Still very much would like to see my delts grow.
Eating ground turkey with sweet potato today.
Some delt videos attached
You're very close to the show, you shouldn't be boxing. Just walking on the treadmill is the best for you, no injuries. @PrinceDaddySunday : Chest /Shoulders
Wake Up @ 202
Post Workout @ 197
Step Count: 13K
Androgen Rage : Medium
Cycle Status : Week 4 Clean Bulk
Show Date : 07/16/2025 (Pro card or bust)
Target Weigh in : 176.25 lbs
Ran my usual Sunday routine. 4 top sets of 225. I am doing less reps especially on the front military. Really trying to get more quality reps.
Had a boxing friend of mine give me some pointers on moving and sparring. For a guy in his 60s its very impressive. He barely looks 50.
He is light on his feet and light with the punches. I'm trying to find alternate forms of cardio that don't impede my lifting but also increase heart rate and VO2 max. Had to work around people so workout went long. Did the Meythlene Blue once again. Got the blue tongue. Really don't feel any significant impact. Urine most definitely turns light green 12 hours later.
Always grinding.
@PrinceDaddy 3 days meal prep is perfect broMonday : Back / T bar rows / dumb bell rows
Wake Up @ 202
Post Workout @ 198
Step Count: 20K
Androgen Rage : High
Cycle Status : Week 4 Clean Bulk
Show Date : 07/16/2025 (Pro card or bust)
Target Weigh in : 176.25 lbs
Warmer weather was back today. Got my step count back up. Feel pretty strong at the gym. Good session today. Pretty much a repeat of last week. We got a new Chest supported T-bar row. The older machine had some loose screws in the base. Apparently it had been stripped so they just got a new one. It is a bit different. The bar weight seems slightly lighter. The lower hand placement is not at the same level as the upper handle. This is the one we had
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The new one is capable but does feel a little different. Still worked up to 5 plates as I normally do. Just have to be careful in the movement with unfamiliar or new equipment.
Pre-cooked 93/7 ground beef for the next 3 days. Cooked some leftover steak for this evening. Eating clean healthy is good.
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The grind continues...
I alternate between high carb and high fat days. Protein is always high. Not really paying serious attention to macros just yet. Clean eating with minimal processed meals.@PrinceDaddy 3 days meal prep is perfect bro
but how high is your fats vs carbs in the diet? as you're so close to pre
you doing medium fat high protein low carb?
or low fat high protein high carb?
You're so close to the show bro Imo you should start testing dialing in now even OMAD fasting @PrinceDaddyI alternate between high carb and high fat days. Protein is always high. Not really paying serious attention to macros just yet. Clean eating with minimal processed meals.
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