Forum Log Update – Week 6 Progress
Time for another update. This cycle has been a bit of a rollercoaster—some solid gains but also a lot of unexpected and pretty chronic issues that I’ve had to troubleshoot along the way. Still pushing forward, but it's been a learning experience for sure, and I feel relatively unwell as I write this.
Body Measurements Update
Since my last update, here’s where I stand:
- Weight: 77kg (+2kg)
- Neck: 40cm (no change)
- Shoulders: 124cm (-1cm)
- Chest: 105.5cm (-2cm)
- Biceps (flexed): L: 36.5cm (-0.5cm), R: 37cm (-0.4cm)
- Forearms (relaxed): L: 29.5cm (+0.7cm), R: 29.5cm (+0.5cm)
- Waist (at navel): 97.5cm (+1.5cm)
- Hips (widest part): 98cm (-0.3cm)
- Thighs (flexed): L: 57cm (-0.5cm), R: 57cm (-0.5cm)
- Calves (relaxed): L: 37.5cm (no change), R: 38.5cm (no change)
Strength & Training
This is where things have taken a hit. Strength hasn't really progressed like I expected—not because of lack of effort, but because of all the side effects I’ve been dealing with.
The biggest issue?
Insane pumps that border on painful. My calves and forearms have been so tight after training that I physically couldn’t straighten my legs or fully extend my arms. It’s like my muscles are going to rip out of my skin. The pumps last for a while post-training but eventually fade.
On top of that, fatigue and swelling have started creeping back in due to high estrogen levels, which has made training feel way harder than it should.
Mostly stuck to my usual training plan, but physically at a reduced rate:
- Monday – Biceps
- Tuesday – Triceps
- Wednesday – Back
- Thursday – Chest
- Friday – Shoulders
- Extra Work: wrist roller, and light leg work daily, had to scrap fasted walks completely for now, my calves and achilies can not handle it.
Side Effects & Solutions So Far
Feb 16 – Severe Pumps Started
- Started getting crazy pumps in my calves and forearms during workouts.
- Calves were locking up so tight I couldn't straighten my legs post-workout.
Fix:
- Added Lite Salt for potassium.
- Increased Celtic Sea Salt and water intake.
- Dropped Anavar from 60mg to 40mg.
Helped somewhat make training possible but has not cleared up the issue at all.
Feb 24 – Achilles & Knee Pain Worsening
- Achilles tendon pain started getting worse—first just post-walks, then all day long.
- Back of knees swollen, tight, and sore.
Fix:
- Wearing compression sleeves on knees.
- Gentle stretching and massage on Achilles.
- Added Collagen and Vitamin C for tendon health.
- Completely eliminated walking, still not doing them
Feb 26 – Liver Pain & Digestive Issues
- Liver pain under right rib started flaring up randomly.
- Diarrhea had been ongoing but got worse.
- Shortness of breath and tight chest for a couple of days.
Fix:
- Lowered Anavar from 40mg to 20mg temp.
- Took Activated Charcoal to absorb toxins.
- This actually made a big difference, and the pain subsided within an hour, but i still deal wth it daily.
March 3 – Estrogen Symptoms Hit Hard
- Swelling in hands, joints, and ankles.
- Hard, sore lump under left nipple.
- Fatigue coming back.
- Aches and general feeling of inflammation.
Fix:
- Started Aromasin 12.5mg ED, but this didn't work.
- Today, I upped it to 3 days of 25mg ED to bring estrogen down fast, then taper back to EOD dosing, ill see how it goes, hope it works.
March 5 TODAY – Liver Pain & Achilles Tendon at Its Worst
- Woke up feeling off, weak, and a bit dizzy.
- Liver pain was sharper than before.
- Achilles so inflamed that walking normally was painful.
Fix:
- Dropping Anavar to 20mg for the final 11 days or stopping completely if needed.
- Upping collagen and Vitamin C intake.
- Keeping hydration and electrolytes in check.
- Using compression sleeves 24/7 for knee support.
Current Challenges & Next Steps
Right now, the biggest issues are:
- High Estrogen – Still holding too much water and dealing with swelling.
- Liver Stress – Anavar may have to go entirely if pain persists.
- Achilles Tendon Pain – Makes it hard to walk, let alone train properly.
What I’m Doing About It:
- Aromasin 25mg ED for 3 days, then back to 12.5mg EOD.
- Keeping Anavar at 20mg max, might stop entirely if liver doesn't improve.
- Compression sleeves and tendon rehab to avoid long-term Achilles damage.
- Keeping diet and electrolytes locked in.
Final Thoughts
The weight gain (+2kg) is solid, but I expected more strength progression. Side effects have slowed me down, but I’m working through them, however I will say they have been terrible and actually devastating to my training and overall health.
I’ll see how things go after a few days of higher Aromasin and lower Anavar. If things improve, I can finish strong. If not, I’ll pull Anavar early and focus on getting back to peak performance if I can.
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