Goal: Decrease body fat percentage while maintaining strength. Primarily aiming to look shredded for the summer—purely for vanity and to feel good about myself.
Cycle Overview (Weeks 1–16):
- Testosterone: 500mg/week (split into 250mg/250mg)
- Cardarine (GW): 20mg/day (split into 10mg/10mg, weeks 1–12)
- N2Guard: 7 caps/day (split into 3 in the AM, 4 in the PM)
- Aromasin: 10mg/day (split into 5mg AM/PM)
- Cadazol (Pre-Workout): 2 caps (unsure about the effectiveness or details—anyone have info on this?)
Diet:
- Calories: 2100 kcal/day
- Protein: 180g
- Carbs: 175g
- Fats: 75g (exclusive of fish oil)
- I will be aiming to maintain a small calorie deficit while incorporating intermittent fasting—fasting for 14–16 hours daily (from dinner until the first meal at 11:15 AM).
- Nutritional focus: Ensuring sufficient protein intake to preserve muscle mass while cutting fat.
Training Plan:
- I have about one hour per day for training, so maximizing the efficiency of each workout is crucial.
- To make the most of this time, I’m planning to focus on compound movements (such as squats, deadlifts, bench presses) with a mix of heavy lifting and supersets.
- I may incorporate bodyweight exercises in the AM to get some extra volume and work on mobility, especially if I’m pressed for time.
Would love suggestions from others who’ve had success with quick, effective training routines—specifically for fat loss while maintaining strength. Any tips for maximizing an hour in the gym would be appreciated!
PCT (Post Cycle Therapy):
- I have everything for Perfect PCT ready to go once the cycle is complete.
- After finishing the cycle, I’ll be cruising on a TRT dose of testosterone through the summer and then proceed with the full Perfect PCT protocol.
Additional Thoughts:
- Aromasin: I’m using Aromasin as an AI to keep estrogen under control during the cycle. It seems to be working well so far—no signs of excessive water retention or other estrogenic sides.
- N2Guard: I’m using N2Guard for organ protection throughout the cycle. It includes liver, kidney, and cardiovascular support, which is essential when running longer cycles with higher doses of testosterone.
- Cardarine (GW): I’ve used Cardarine before for fat loss and endurance improvement, so I’m adding it back in this cycle. The 12-week run should help me burn fat without sacrificing muscle.
Questions:
1. Cadazol Pre-Workout: I’ve never heard of this product before. I assume it’s some kind of stimulant or performance enhancer, but I can’t find much information online. Has anyone used it or know if it's effective for pre-workout energy and endurance?
2. Diet Suggestions: My macro breakdown is set, but I’m open to suggestions on how to optimize my diet for fat loss and muscle retention, especially around my training days. Should I adjust carbs or fats depending on workout intensity?
3. Training in a Time Crunch: As I only have an hour a day to train, what is your best strategy for effective fat loss while maintaining strength? I’m considering HIIT, supersets, and possibly incorporating more bodyweight movements—but would appreciate anyone’s personal experiences with maximizing time in the gym while staying focused on fat loss.
Cycle Overview (Weeks 1–16):
- Testosterone: 500mg/week (split into 250mg/250mg)
- Cardarine (GW): 20mg/day (split into 10mg/10mg, weeks 1–12)
- N2Guard: 7 caps/day (split into 3 in the AM, 4 in the PM)
- Aromasin: 10mg/day (split into 5mg AM/PM)
- Cadazol (Pre-Workout): 2 caps (unsure about the effectiveness or details—anyone have info on this?)
Diet:
- Calories: 2100 kcal/day
- Protein: 180g
- Carbs: 175g
- Fats: 75g (exclusive of fish oil)
- I will be aiming to maintain a small calorie deficit while incorporating intermittent fasting—fasting for 14–16 hours daily (from dinner until the first meal at 11:15 AM).
- Nutritional focus: Ensuring sufficient protein intake to preserve muscle mass while cutting fat.
Training Plan:
- I have about one hour per day for training, so maximizing the efficiency of each workout is crucial.
- To make the most of this time, I’m planning to focus on compound movements (such as squats, deadlifts, bench presses) with a mix of heavy lifting and supersets.
- I may incorporate bodyweight exercises in the AM to get some extra volume and work on mobility, especially if I’m pressed for time.
Would love suggestions from others who’ve had success with quick, effective training routines—specifically for fat loss while maintaining strength. Any tips for maximizing an hour in the gym would be appreciated!
PCT (Post Cycle Therapy):
- I have everything for Perfect PCT ready to go once the cycle is complete.
- After finishing the cycle, I’ll be cruising on a TRT dose of testosterone through the summer and then proceed with the full Perfect PCT protocol.
Additional Thoughts:
- Aromasin: I’m using Aromasin as an AI to keep estrogen under control during the cycle. It seems to be working well so far—no signs of excessive water retention or other estrogenic sides.
- N2Guard: I’m using N2Guard for organ protection throughout the cycle. It includes liver, kidney, and cardiovascular support, which is essential when running longer cycles with higher doses of testosterone.
- Cardarine (GW): I’ve used Cardarine before for fat loss and endurance improvement, so I’m adding it back in this cycle. The 12-week run should help me burn fat without sacrificing muscle.
Questions:
1. Cadazol Pre-Workout: I’ve never heard of this product before. I assume it’s some kind of stimulant or performance enhancer, but I can’t find much information online. Has anyone used it or know if it's effective for pre-workout energy and endurance?
2. Diet Suggestions: My macro breakdown is set, but I’m open to suggestions on how to optimize my diet for fat loss and muscle retention, especially around my training days. Should I adjust carbs or fats depending on workout intensity?
3. Training in a Time Crunch: As I only have an hour a day to train, what is your best strategy for effective fat loss while maintaining strength? I’m considering HIIT, supersets, and possibly incorporating more bodyweight movements—but would appreciate anyone’s personal experiences with maximizing time in the gym while staying focused on fat loss.
