My Pre-Cycle Diet & Training Log

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MaxPower23

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Hey everyone,
I'm Max, and I'm really excited to join this community. It’s awesome to find a place where I can learn from all of you and share my journey. I’ve been thinking about starting my first cycle in February next year, and I’d love some advice on my current diet, training, and upcoming cycle plan. I’ve heard it’s a good idea to get feedback before jumping into a cycle, so I’m sharing everything here to get your thoughts.

Stats:
- Age: 24
- Height: 6’0’’
- Weight: 87kg (~191 lbs)
- Body Fat: 20+%

I’ve been into bodybuilding for a couple of years now, and while I’ve trained on and off, I really started getting serious about it around March this year. Since then, I've been consistently hitting the gym 6 days a week, working out for about 3 hours each session. My main focus is getting leaner and stronger. Right now, my bench press is at 245lbs, and my goal is to hit 315lbs after completing my cycle.

Cycle Plan:

I’m planning on starting my first cycle in February after finishing my winter cutting phase. Here's the cycle I have in mind:

- Testosterone Enanthate: 400mg/week for 12 weeks
- Aromasin: 12.5mg, 3x/week for 12 weeks

PCT (Post Cycle Therapy):

- Cardarine: Week 1-6, 10mg/day
- Clomid: Week 3-6, 50/50/25/25 (starting 3 weeks after cycle)
- Nolvadex: Week 3-6, 40/20/20/20
- Aromasin: Week 3-6, 12.5/12.5/5/5 twice a week (still unsure about this; should I use it in PCT?)
- Ostarine: Week 3-6, 25/25/12.5/12.5mg/day

A couple of questions:
- Ostarine: Should I continue using Ostarine during PCT to preserve muscle, or would it be unnecessary if I don't plan on starting my second cycle right after PCT? I plan to start my second cycle around summer and don't want to lose the muscle I gain during the first cycle, but I’m also unsure if I’ll need to use Ostarine long-term.
- Aromasin in PCT: Do I really need Aromasin during PCT, or can I drop it after the cycle since it’s already been 2 weeks post-cycle when I start the PCT?

I’d really appreciate any input or suggestions. If anyone has experience with using Ostarine in PCT, that would be especially helpful.

Diet:

Right now, I’m in my winter cutting phase, and I’m using carb cycling. Here's what a typical week looks like:

- Day 1 (Low Carb): 400g chicken breast, 300g white rice, 100g peanut butter
- Day 2 (Low Carb): 400g chicken breast, 300g white rice, 100g peanut butter
- Day 3 (Mid Carb): 400g chicken breast, 600g white rice, 50g peanut butter
- Day 4 (Low Carb): 400g chicken breast, 300g white rice, 100g peanut butter
- Day 5 (Low Carb): 400g chicken breast, 300g white rice, 100g peanut butter
- Day 6 (High Carb): 400g chicken breast, 600g white rice, 100g bread, 1L milk, 250g cereal

Training:

I’m following a powerlifting split with a focus on hypertrophy. Here's my current training schedule:
- Day 1: Chest (powerlifting) + Front Delt/Triceps
- Day 2: Back + Rear Delt/Biceps
- Day 3: Shoulders or Arms (depending on fatigue)
- Day 4: Chest (volume) + Front Delt/Triceps
- Day 5: Back + Rear Delt/Biceps
- Day 6: Shoulders or Arms
- Day 7: Rest

Each session focuses on a mix of heavy lifts and high-volume work. I aim to push myself to failure on compound lifts to stimulate growth, and I always include some form of cardio post-workout, such as stair climbing or incline walking for 20-30 minutes. I’ve also been experimenting with shorter sprints on some days.
- Does my cycle plan look solid, or would you recommend any changes?
- What do you think about my diet? Should I adjust anything before I begin my cycle, especially as I transition from cutting to bulking?
- If anyone has used Ostarine or aromatase inhibitors (AI) in PCT, I’d love to hear your experiences!
- Any tips on recovery or preventing muscle loss during PCT would be much appreciated!
I’m looking forward to hearing your thoughts and experiences, and I’ll keep you updated on my progress as I get closer to starting my first cycle!
 
Diet looks on point for cutting, but when you transition to bulking, I'd bump up your carbs and fats a bit. Maybe swap out some peanut butter for avocados and olive oil.
 
Hey everyone!


It's been a little over two months since my last post, and I wanted to share my results and thoughts as I go through my first cycle.

Current Results:​

  • Weight: 98 kg (~216 lbs)
  • Body Fat: Around 16%. Still feel like I’ve got a bit of extra fat, but overall, I’m really happy with the progress.
  • Bench Press: Hit 300 lbs for a solid single! Almost at my 315 lbs goal, I think I’ll hit it by the end of the cycle.
  • Muscle Mass: Really pleased with the gains so far. I haven’t lost strength during the cycle, and I can definitely see some solid muscle growth.

Current Cycle:​


As planned, I started the cycle in March, and here are a few updates:

  • Testosterone Enanthate: 400 mg/week, no issues with dosage or side effects, everything is stable.
  • Aromasin: Still taking 12.5 mg, 3x a week. No issues with estrogen sides, so I’m sticking with it throughout the cycle.
  • PCT: I started using Clomid and Nolvadex 3 weeks after the cycle ended. So far, everything is going smoothly—no major side effects, and mood is stable.

Training:​


I’m still training 6 days a week, but I’ve been focusing more on recovery to avoid overtraining. I’ve added in more mobility work and stretching, which has been really beneficial!

  • Bench press has increased to 300 lbs, and I’m hoping to hit 315 by the end of the cycle.
  • Overall muscle size has definitely increased, especially in my legs and back, since I’m mixing heavy lifting with hypertrophy work.

Diet:​


The transition from cutting to bulking has gone smoothly. I’ve increased carbs gradually and added more healthy fats like olive oil, almonds, and avocado. Here’s a quick look at my updated diet:

  • Day 1-2 (Moderate Carb): 400g chicken breast, 300g white rice, 50g avocado, 1 cup of veggies
  • Day 3 (High Carb): 400g chicken breast, 600g sweet potato, 50g peanut butter
  • Day 4 (Low Carb): 400g chicken breast, 300g white rice, 100g almond butter
  • Day 5 (High Carb): 400g turkey breast, 400g white rice, 1 avocado, 1 cup of veggies
  • Day 6 (Moderate Carb): 400g chicken breast, 500g quinoa, 100g mixed nuts

I’ve been feeling great, and my body is responding well to the increased intake.

Plans Moving Forward:​


Everything is going well with the cycle so far, but I plan to adjust my rest days even more. I’m thinking about increasing my strength training as I get closer to the end of the cycle.


About PCT:

  • I’m planning to ease off more of the training volume after the cycle and focus heavily on recovery. I’ll be really focusing on my hormonal recovery with Clomid and Nolvadex for PCT.

Questions/Thoughts:​

  • Anyone here have experience with recovery after the first cycle? Any tips or things you added to your PCT to enhance results?
  • About Ostarine: did anyone continue using it during PCT? I’ve read mixed opinions, but curious to hear your experiences.

Overall, I’m really happy with the progress so far and appreciate all the advice and support I’ve received from you all. I’ll keep updating as I go along, and I’ll post again when I finish the cycle.


Thanks for the help and support!
 
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