theRecompKing
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Exactly. With shift work and tennis, I’d burn out quick. The hybrid day lets me fill gaps without overreaching.
Diet and Training Journal of an Aging Firefighter: Log
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theRecompKing
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Hey crew — quick end-of-summer check-in.
It’s been a solid month since the last update, and while it hasn’t all been perfect, there’s real progress across the board. The biggest win? Consistency. Training, diet, recovery — all way more dialed in than even 4 weeks ago.
Training:
Still on the same 4x/week split (P/P/L + hybrid), but I’ve started adding short explosive finishers — sled pushes, med ball slams, and box jumps — to build that firehouse-ready power. Tennis has been solid too, mostly doubles lately, but I’m noticing better court movement and endurance.
Weight & Physique:
Down to 216.4 lbs this morning — the leanest I’ve been in a while without feeling flat. Waist is tighter, arms and shoulders are holding size. Still aiming for that 210 mark, but doing it slow and clean.
Diet:
Macros are averaging ~2400 cals/day, with protein consistently over 200g. Switched from eyeballing to pre-logging meals, and it’s made a huge difference with energy during long shifts. Still no soda — 35 days Coke-free. Feels weirdly like a milestone.
Supplements / PEDs:
Holding off on the oral stack for now. I’ve decided to start low-dose Test E (125mg/week) in September as a base. Going to give it 4 weeks solo before introducing anything else. Support stack is ready — AI on-hand, bloods scheduled, BP readings logged 2x/week (all in the normal range so far). Appreciate the feedback on the last post — you guys talked me out of rushing it.
Looking Ahead:
Let’s finish the year strong.
It’s been a solid month since the last update, and while it hasn’t all been perfect, there’s real progress across the board. The biggest win? Consistency. Training, diet, recovery — all way more dialed in than even 4 weeks ago.
Training:
Still on the same 4x/week split (P/P/L + hybrid), but I’ve started adding short explosive finishers — sled pushes, med ball slams, and box jumps — to build that firehouse-ready power. Tennis has been solid too, mostly doubles lately, but I’m noticing better court movement and endurance.
Weight & Physique:
Down to 216.4 lbs this morning — the leanest I’ve been in a while without feeling flat. Waist is tighter, arms and shoulders are holding size. Still aiming for that 210 mark, but doing it slow and clean.
Diet:
Macros are averaging ~2400 cals/day, with protein consistently over 200g. Switched from eyeballing to pre-logging meals, and it’s made a huge difference with energy during long shifts. Still no soda — 35 days Coke-free. Feels weirdly like a milestone.
Supplements / PEDs:
Holding off on the oral stack for now. I’ve decided to start low-dose Test E (125mg/week) in September as a base. Going to give it 4 weeks solo before introducing anything else. Support stack is ready — AI on-hand, bloods scheduled, BP readings logged 2x/week (all in the normal range so far). Appreciate the feedback on the last post — you guys talked me out of rushing it.
Looking Ahead:
- Start Test E 9/1
- Bloodwork at week 3
- Possibly introduce Anavar weeks 5–10 if all goes smooth
- Keep tennis 2–3x/week
- Hit 210 lbs without losing power or mood
- Weekly logs — hold me to it
Let’s finish the year strong.