Layne Norton Reloaded: Back on my feet, like a freight train I'm coming!

[TheUnlikelyToad]

With you in spirit brother.

[warbird00]

Layne,

What are you macros currently?

[Blazed]

Totally in for this epic prep.

[quest-x]

Layne,

What are you macros currently?

Posted yesterday:

I started pretty aggressive because of a lot of stuff I have to deal with in terms of traveling & moving (we are re-locating 1000 miles to florida), I want to be ready ahead of time if need be.

Normal days: 275g protein, 230g carbs, 60g fat
Higher carb days: 250g protein 400g carbs, 55g fat

starting out only with 1 day per week of cardio (HIIT session with 10 intervals) because as of now I simply do not have time for more cardio. It's funny, i'm done with my thesis, but I've never been busier LOL. That's ok, no one ever achieved greatness by waiting on their ass for it to happen.

-Layne

[warbird00]

Posted yesterday:

Thanks man. idk how i missed that. fail

[str8flexed]

Just finished up HIIT. Did 5 minute warm up then 10 car pushes for 60 yards. Then a 10 minute cooldown. Felt like my lungs were on fire and I was going to jack. The fact I did 30 sets of legs yesterday didn't help. But I am going to enjoy the suffering.

Almost an hour later my resting heart rate is still 95 bpm (normally around 60).

Absolutely brutal

[warbird00]

Thanks for the updates Layne!

Glad that this thread is actually gonna be a journal where we can follow your journey, instead of a Q & A thread.

[Frankdaddy]

Just finished up HIIT. Did 5 minute warm up then 10 car pushes for 60 yards. Then a 10 minute cooldown. Felt like my lungs were on fire and I was going to jack. The fact I did 30 sets of legs yesterday didn't help. But I am going to enjoy the suffering.

Almost an hour later my resting heart rate is still 95 bpm (normally around 60).

Absolutely brutal

Did you ever find it hard to only rest for just 45 seconds and then start pushing the car again? I remember during my prep I done a lot of car/truck pushing and the hardest part was not resting over your estimted rest periods.

[str8flexed]

Did you ever find it hard to only rest for just 45 seconds and then start pushing the car again? I remember during my prep I done a lot of car/truck pushing and the hardest part was not resting over your estimted rest periods.

if push comes to shove I prefer people to rest longer so they can be intense enough on the high intensity part. I've found that for elliptical or sprinting I can go 45/15. But for car pushes I need more like a full minute of rest. I"m literally doubled over by the end

[domingochavez]

Car pushes sound awesome!

Layne, to get lean enough for a show, what would the upper limit of HIIT sessions per week be, and how many intervals? Thanks!

[AXnyc]

In on intensity. I expect some intense videos up in this bitch too layne.

[NEVERSCARED]

good luck Layne!

[entropy1]

whats your training split like currently?

[itsgroll]

i really wish i did car pushes this prep time...instead i did alot of stair sprints with textbooks in my bookbag stapped tightly to my back 20 sec sprint up the stairs followed by a 40 sec cool down walking back down


good sh*t layne, keep it going!!

[BaFtub]

Car pushes sound awesome!

Layne, to get lean enough for a show, what would the upper limit of HIIT sessions per week be, and how many intervals? Thanks!

It's all individual. There isn't a set number to get lean for so and so.

Subbed Layne!

[str8flexed]

ok, some pics from tonight. These are brutal, only a sneek peak and tough for me to post. Keep in mind that I have not tanned and the flash is full on. Awful lighting as well. I do this purposefully though, because when I look good with a flash straight on, then I KNOW I'm ready. So please don't poke fun too much, I do feel I've put some size on though this offseason







weighed in at 224.6 tonight

-Layne

[Moreps]

Excellent progress! Muscle density, foundational improvements, quads, and still relatively lean. At your current weight, once you diet down, you could be around 200 pounds shredded at the first show. This would be very unusual for a natural heavyweight. A very dominating look. You structure and appearance would be Like a Skip Lacour.

[Quelly]

if push comes to shove I prefer people to rest longer so they can be intense enough on the high intensity part. I've found that for elliptical or sprinting I can go 45/15. But for car pushes I need more like a full minute of rest. I"m literally doubled over by the end

now you tell me lol

[AustrianOakJr]

The first thing that jumps out at me is that your legs seem to have improved even further. Hard to tell at this level of BF.....Being that you've been building for FOUR years, I think the significance of your changes will be dramatic when you strip the fat. This should be real interesting to watch.

[scrivo21]

Keep up the good work layne!

[fltallpaul]

The first thing that jumps out at me is that your legs seem to have improved even further. Hard to tell at this level of BF.....Being that you've been building for FOUR years, I think the significance of your changes will be dramatic when you strip the fat. This should be real interesting to watch.

Training with Layne in person gives you an idea of how much muscle he has. The pictures he is posting in this thread are very decieving. Layne is thick everywhere and when he decides to put up some pictures with proper lighting people will be shocked.

[Moreps]

Training with Layne in person gives you an idea of how much muscle he has. The pictures he is posting in this thread are very decieving. Layne is thick everywhere and when he decides to put up some pictures with proper lighting people will be shocked.

Perhaps. But once you understand that the man deadlifts 700 lbs with a hook grip, natural, it shouldn't come as too much of a surprise. LOL.

[chuckles_345]

Pics look solid even with the bad lighting. I'm most impressed with the leg improvements. Your legs have just blown up since your last contest. Overall, I don't think these pics are that bad. You are carrying some fat and appear a little smooth (lighting doesn't help), but I mean you are months out from your contest, you don't need veins in your ass yet. Keep it up! Can't wait to see some more pics.

Chuckles

[ricohitman]

ok, some pics from tonight. These are brutal, only a sneek peak and tough for me to post. Keep in mind that I have not tanned and the flash is full on. Awful lighting as well. I do this purposefully though, because when I look good with a flash straight on, then I KNOW I'm ready. So please don't poke fun too much, I do feel I've put some size on though this offseason.

weighed in at 224.6 tonight

-Layne

What bodyfat would you guess yourself at right now, Layne?

[AustrianOakJr]

Training with Layne in person gives you an idea of how much muscle he has. The pictures he is posting in this thread are very decieving. Layne is thick everywhere and when he decides to put up some pictures with proper lighting people will be shocked.

Ive met the man.....he is a big boy! Ive got high expectations for him this year and I am really looking forward to seeing how he comes in.

[myo15801]

ok, some pics from tonight. These are brutal, only a sneek peak and tough for me to post. Keep in mind that I have not tanned and the flash is full on. Awful lighting as well. I do this purposefully though, because when I look good with a flash straight on, then I KNOW I'm ready. So please don't poke fun too much, I do feel I've put some size on though this offseason







weighed in at 224.6 tonight

-Layne

Looking jacked Layne!!! Glad to follow your prep on this one.

[quest-x]

Man, you've really added some size to your legs! I've followed your physique since I joined the boards, and I remember thinking they were somewhat lanky... It's a completely different story now. The vast thickness you've added has given them a whole new dimension. Incredible job.

[Flynn]

Please do not ask me what shows I am doing

What shows are you doing - hahaha? Hey, I'll always be there to pull your chain. Nevertheless, we have had "that conversation" many times and now that the stars have aligned, IT IS THE TIME.

[str8flexed]

Hard to tell at this level of BF.....

OUCH, love the honesty! Alrighty, more cardio!

[AustrianOakJr]

OUCH, love the honesty! Alrighty, more cardio!

Dont take that the wrong way......it would be foolish to stay much leaner with a 4 yr off season. Heck, im only taking a year and half and im fatter than that.