AlphaWolf98
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Hey everyone, I’ve been off the forums and training for a bit towards the end of my second cycle, but I’m now gearing up for my fourth cycle. I wanted to get some feedback and opinions from those with experience. Below is a breakdown of my previous cycles, body composition, strength gains, and current goals.
Current Situation:
- PCT Status: 2 weeks into PCT
- Bloodwork: Will get bloodwork in 6 weeks
- Current Protocol:
- 1.5 IU HGH daily
- 20mg Tamoxifen daily
- 25mg Clomiphene daily
Stats:
- Age: 39
- Height: 6'0" (183 cm)
- Weight: 87 kg (191 lbs)
- Body Fat: 15% (estimated)
Goals for This Cycle:
- Lean gains (focus on muscle growth with minimal fat gain)
- Continued strength increases
- Fat reduction (would like to drop a bit more fat for summer while maintaining muscle mass)
I've been keeping my calories higher during PCT to avoid muscle loss, but it’s resulted in adding a bit of fat. Given this, I’m wondering at what point post-cycle it makes sense to start cutting or going into a slight calorie deficit, if at all. I’ve already dropped from 25% to 15% body fat over the last year, but I’m hoping to trim a few more percent before summer. I’m open to suggestions on whether it’s better to cut on-cycle or off-cycle.
Also, I’m looking for advice on a strong combo for lean gains, especially considering this is my fourth cycle and I’d consider myself an intermediate lifter at this point.
Previous Cycles:
First Cycle
- Duration: 8 weeks
- Protocol:
- Test Pyramid (125 mg → 375 mg per week)
- HGH (3 IU daily, taken first thing in the morning)
- Clomiphene (50 mg)
- Results: Basic introduction to gear, moderate gains in muscle and strength.
Second Cycle
- Duration: 8 weeks
- Protocol:
- 4 weeks: 30mg Turinabol daily (morning)
- 500 mg Test per week
- 10mg Cardarine daily
- Results: Leaner physique, significant strength increases, cardio improvements with Cardarine.
Third Cycle
- Duration: 8 weeks
- Protocol:
- 500 mg Test per week
- 10mg Cardarine daily
- Results: Solid strength gains and noticeable muscle retention during fat loss phase.
Body Composition:
- Current Weight: 88 kg (194 lbs)
- Muscle Mass: +11.5 kg (25 lbs)
- Fat Loss: -5.5 kg (12 lbs)
DEXA Body Fat Percentage:
- 9/8/22: 25.1%
- 13/10/23: 15.0%
I’m pleased with the progress in terms of fat loss, but I want to focus more on lean mass gains while continuing to trim fat.
Strength Gains (Last Year):
- Squat: +120%
- Row: +120%
- Lat Pulldown: +80%
- Bench Press: +80%
- Shoulders (Overhead Press): +70%
- Bicep Curl: +80%
- Triceps Pushdown: +70%
Strength gains have been solid, and I’ve seen noticeable improvements across all major lifts, which I’m really happy about. I’m aiming to keep pushing these numbers while staying lean.
Diet:
My diet is solid, and I’ve been targeting around 3500 calories per day with a good balance of protein, carbs, and fats to support muscle growth and recovery.
- 7:00 am: 6 eggs, 2 bananas, 200g Greek yogurt
- 10:00 am: 400g fresh fruit (berries, melon, mango, papaya, etc.)
- 1:00 pm: Fresh seafood, chicken, or lean meat with vegetables and salad
- 6:00 pm: Fresh seafood, chicken, or lean meat with vegetables and salad
- Throughout the day: 120g protein powder or bars
I don’t track macros down to the gram, but I make sure to hit my protein targets and keep carbs moderate for energy. I do plan to tweak my diet to be more precise with my intake for this upcoming cycle.
Sleep:
- 8 hours per night on average. Sleep quality has been solid, which is crucial for recovery.
Exercise Routine:
I train 4 days per week in the gym and incorporate 1-2 days of swimming or cycling. My off-cycle activity is good, but I plan to increase my cardio sessions when I’m in a cut phase. Here’s a quick breakdown of my routine:
- Gym: Upper/lower split, focusing on heavy compound lifts with accessory work.
- Cardio: Swimming and cycling on rest days, aiming to improve cardiovascular fitness and burn extra fat.
I’d really appreciate hearing from others who are in a similar stage or have experience with this kind of cycle. Feel free to share your thoughts, recommendations, or personal experiences!
Current Situation:
- PCT Status: 2 weeks into PCT
- Bloodwork: Will get bloodwork in 6 weeks
- Current Protocol:
- 1.5 IU HGH daily
- 20mg Tamoxifen daily
- 25mg Clomiphene daily
Stats:
- Age: 39
- Height: 6'0" (183 cm)
- Weight: 87 kg (191 lbs)
- Body Fat: 15% (estimated)
Goals for This Cycle:
- Lean gains (focus on muscle growth with minimal fat gain)
- Continued strength increases
- Fat reduction (would like to drop a bit more fat for summer while maintaining muscle mass)
I've been keeping my calories higher during PCT to avoid muscle loss, but it’s resulted in adding a bit of fat. Given this, I’m wondering at what point post-cycle it makes sense to start cutting or going into a slight calorie deficit, if at all. I’ve already dropped from 25% to 15% body fat over the last year, but I’m hoping to trim a few more percent before summer. I’m open to suggestions on whether it’s better to cut on-cycle or off-cycle.
Also, I’m looking for advice on a strong combo for lean gains, especially considering this is my fourth cycle and I’d consider myself an intermediate lifter at this point.
Previous Cycles:
First Cycle
- Duration: 8 weeks
- Protocol:
- Test Pyramid (125 mg → 375 mg per week)
- HGH (3 IU daily, taken first thing in the morning)
- Clomiphene (50 mg)
- Results: Basic introduction to gear, moderate gains in muscle and strength.
Second Cycle
- Duration: 8 weeks
- Protocol:
- 4 weeks: 30mg Turinabol daily (morning)
- 500 mg Test per week
- 10mg Cardarine daily
- Results: Leaner physique, significant strength increases, cardio improvements with Cardarine.
Third Cycle
- Duration: 8 weeks
- Protocol:
- 500 mg Test per week
- 10mg Cardarine daily
- Results: Solid strength gains and noticeable muscle retention during fat loss phase.
Body Composition:
- Current Weight: 88 kg (194 lbs)
- Muscle Mass: +11.5 kg (25 lbs)
- Fat Loss: -5.5 kg (12 lbs)
DEXA Body Fat Percentage:
- 9/8/22: 25.1%
- 13/10/23: 15.0%
I’m pleased with the progress in terms of fat loss, but I want to focus more on lean mass gains while continuing to trim fat.
Strength Gains (Last Year):
- Squat: +120%
- Row: +120%
- Lat Pulldown: +80%
- Bench Press: +80%
- Shoulders (Overhead Press): +70%
- Bicep Curl: +80%
- Triceps Pushdown: +70%
Strength gains have been solid, and I’ve seen noticeable improvements across all major lifts, which I’m really happy about. I’m aiming to keep pushing these numbers while staying lean.
Diet:
My diet is solid, and I’ve been targeting around 3500 calories per day with a good balance of protein, carbs, and fats to support muscle growth and recovery.
- 7:00 am: 6 eggs, 2 bananas, 200g Greek yogurt
- 10:00 am: 400g fresh fruit (berries, melon, mango, papaya, etc.)
- 1:00 pm: Fresh seafood, chicken, or lean meat with vegetables and salad
- 6:00 pm: Fresh seafood, chicken, or lean meat with vegetables and salad
- Throughout the day: 120g protein powder or bars
I don’t track macros down to the gram, but I make sure to hit my protein targets and keep carbs moderate for energy. I do plan to tweak my diet to be more precise with my intake for this upcoming cycle.
Sleep:
- 8 hours per night on average. Sleep quality has been solid, which is crucial for recovery.
Exercise Routine:
I train 4 days per week in the gym and incorporate 1-2 days of swimming or cycling. My off-cycle activity is good, but I plan to increase my cardio sessions when I’m in a cut phase. Here’s a quick breakdown of my routine:
- Gym: Upper/lower split, focusing on heavy compound lifts with accessory work.
- Cardio: Swimming and cycling on rest days, aiming to improve cardiovascular fitness and burn extra fat.
I’d really appreciate hearing from others who are in a similar stage or have experience with this kind of cycle. Feel free to share your thoughts, recommendations, or personal experiences!
