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[QUOTE=Camarija;1643542803]Sure, maybe. I'm basing my minimum effective volume on the volume landmark recommendations from the site, and judging by feel it seems to be about right so far. The important part is that I still feel that I have a lot of runway to ramp up the volume over the coming 20 weeks or so.
In terms of diet, I'm just above maintenance calories before jumping into a full on bulk, but as with the volume, I'll ramp up the calories over the coming weeks as well.
I'm really excited to try this approach all the way through and see how far I can push this.
Cheers bro![/QUOTE]
Cool, I look forward to seeing your progress. I think it's probably a good idea to look at your per-session volume after a while. I know Mike Israetel recommends capping workouts to 2 hours or 30 working sets at the maximum.
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[center][u][b][size=5]Mesocycle 1 - Week 1 - pt 2[/size][/u]
[i]Minimum Effective Volume Phase[/i][/b][/center]
[hr][/hr]
[b]Date:[/b] Thursday, July 22, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 9.5 Hours + 2 Hour nap
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Deficit
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111 g Cheerios ~ 420 calories, 9 g protein, 6 g fat, 9 g fiber
93 g Sunflower Seeds ~ 540 calories, 18 g protein, 48 g fat, 9 g fiber
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
2 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 240 calories, 48 G protein, 2 g fat
240 ml Naked Juice Blue Machine ~ 170 calories, 1 g protein
240 ml Bolthouse Farms Green Goodness Fruit Smoothie ~ 120 calories, 1g protein, 1g fiber
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
Drizzle of Balsamic, Lemon, Mustard, Soy Sauce ~ 60 calories
Vegetable Medley ~ 152.768 calories, 7.705 g protein, 0.197 g fat, 6.139 g fiber
Vegetable Medley ~ 152.768 calories, 7.705 g protein, 0.197 g fat, 6.139 g fiber
—
240 ml Milk ~ 80 calories, 13 g protein
240 ml Milk ~ 80 calories, 13 g protein
Fish Oil ~ 70 calories, 6 g fat
—
Total : 2600.536 calories, 191.41 g protein, 80.394 g fat, 32.278 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b] Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x2, Real Energy Dominator x1, Creatine 5 mg, NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] OK
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Upper Day B[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Training Phase:[/b] Minimum Effective Volume
[b][color=blue]Pull Down Wide Pronate Grip[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
100 lbs x 14 @ 10 RIR - 60 s rest
[Warm Up Set 2]
160 lbs x 2 @ 6 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
140 lbs x 8 @ 4 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
140 lbs x 7 @ 4 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
140 lbs x 6 @ 4 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=blue]Chest Supported T-Bar Row Close Neutral Grip[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
70 lbs x 10 Reps @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
70 lbs x 13 Reps @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=red]Incline Barbell Press[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
105 lbs x 10 @ 10 RIR + 10 lb cable face pull - 60 s rest
[Warm Up Set 2]
145 lbs x 3 @ 7 RIR + 5 lb cable face pull - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
135 lbs x 8 @ 4 RIR + 5 lb cable face pull - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
135 lbs x 7 @ 4 RIR + 5 lb cable face pull - 120 s rest
[b][color=red]Hammer ISO Decline Chest Press[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
70 lbs x 10 @ 10 RIR + 5 lb cable face pull - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
80 lbs x 12 @ 4 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=orange]Lateral Raise Machine[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
20 lbs x 12 @ 4 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
20 lbs x 11 @ 4 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
20 lbs x 10 @ 4 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
20 lbs x 9 @ 4 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][color=orange]Reverse Pec Dec[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
85 lbs x 14 @ 4 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
85 lbs x 13 @ 4 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
85 lbs x 12 @ 4 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][color=green]French Press[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
75 lbs x 7 @ 4 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
75 lbs x 6 @ 4 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][color=green]Tricep Pushdown[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
40 lbs x 14 @ 4 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][color=green]EZ Bar Curl[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
65 lbs x 8 @ 4 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
65 lbs x 7 @ 4 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][color=green]Preacher EZ Bar Curl[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
40 lbs x 11 @ 4 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
40 lbs x 10 @ 4 RIR - 60 s rest
[b]Notes:[/b]
~ 1 hour 20 minutes
Gym was busy
[hr][/hr]
[b]Date:[/b] Friday, July 23, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 5 Hours + 3 Hour Nap
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Surplus
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111 g Cheerios ~ 420 calories, 9 g protein, 6 g fat, 9 g fiber
93 g Sunflower Seeds ~ 540 calories, 18 g protein, 48 g fat, 9 g fiber
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
—
2 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 240 calories, 48 G protein, 2 g fat
240 ml Naked Juice Blue Machine ~ 170 calories, 1 g protein
240 ml Bolthouse Farms Green Goodness Fruit Smoothie ~ 120 calories, 1g protein, 1g fiber
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
Vegetable Medley ~ 152.768 calories, 7.705 g protein, 0.197 g fat, 6.139 g fiber
Vegetable Medley ~ 152.768 calories, 7.705 g protein, 0.197 g fat, 6.139 g fiber
—
240 ml Milk ~ 80 calories, 13 g protein
240 ml Milk ~ 80 calories, 13 g protein
97 g banana bread ~ 247 calories, 3.8 g protein, 8.8 g fat, 1.7 g fiber
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
Total : 2,717.536 calories, 195.21 g protein, 83.194 g fat, 33.978 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b] Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x2, Real Energy Dominator x1, Creatine 5 mg, NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] Not Terrible
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Lower Day B[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Training Phase:[/b] Minimum Effective Volume
[b][color=orange]Hip Adduction[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
65 lbs x 20 @ 4 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][color=orange]Hip Abduction[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
75 lbs x 20 @ 4 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][color=red]Cybex Squat Press[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
270 lbs x 15 @ +15 RIR - 180 s rest
[Warm Up Set 2]
320 lbs x 10 @ 15 RIR - 180 s rest
[Warm Up Set 3]
360 lbs x 6 @ 14 RIR - 180 s rest - accidentally did 5
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
360 lbs x 16 @ 4 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
360 lbs x 15 @ 4 RIR - 180 s rest - accidentally did 14
[b][color=red]Leg Extension[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
70 lbs x 20 @ ? RIR - 120 s rest - slow with pauses
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
70 lbs x 20 @ ? RIR - 120 s rest - slow with pauses
[b][color=blue]45 Degree Back Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
BW x 25 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
BW x 16 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=blue]Single Leg Seated Leg Curl[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
50 lbs x 10 @ 10 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
50 lbs x 18 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]60° Calf Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
135 lbs x 15 @ 4 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
135 lbs x 8 @ 4 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][color=green]Seated Calf Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
45 lbs x 11 reps @ 4 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
45 lbs x 10 reps @ 4 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][color=green]Hanging Leg Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
BW x 10 Reps @ 4 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
BW x 9 Reps @ 4 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][color=green]Decline Ab Crunch[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
25 lbs x 11 reps @ RIR 4 - 60 s rest
[b]Notes:[/b]
~ 55 minutes
I forgot my phone so I completed the workout today off of memory, and it wasn't too far off.
The chick at the front desk gave me a loaf of banana bread today, so that was nice.
[hr][/hr]
[b]Date:[/b] Saturday, July 24, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 7.5 Hours
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Surplus
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136 g Banana Bread ~ 345.8 calories, 5.3 g protein, 12.3 g fat, 2.4 g fiber
4x Eggs ~ 240 calories, 24 g protein, 16 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
2 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 240 calories, 48 G protein, 2 g fat
240 ml Naked Juice Blue Machine ~ 170 calories, 1 g protein
240 ml Bolthouse Farms Green Goodness Fruit Smoothie ~ 120 calories, 1g protein, 1g fiber
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
Vegetable Medley ~ 152.768 calories, 7.705 g protein, 0.197 g fat, 6.139 g fiber
Vegetable Medley ~ 152.768 calories, 7.705 g protein, 0.197 g fat, 6.139 g fiber
—
240 ml Milk ~ 80 calories, 13 g protein
240 ml Milk ~ 80 calories, 13 g protein
136 g Banana Bread ~ 345.8 calories, 5.3 g protein, 12.3 g fat, 2.4 g fiber
Fish Oil ~ 70 calories, 6 g fat
—
Total : 2,632.136 calories, 199.01 g protein, 80.994 g fat, 19.078 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b] Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x2, Real Energy Dominator x1, Creatine 5 mg, NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] Not Terrible
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Rest Day[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Notes:[/b]
[hr][/hr]
[b]Date:[/b] Sunday, July 25, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 8 Hours
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Surplus
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1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
1x Sirloin, Avocado, Cheese w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 340 calories, 19 g protein, 17 g fat, 4 g fiber
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
Nacho Chips ~ 280 calories, 4 g protein, 14 g fat, 4 g fiber
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
1x Sirloin, Avocado, Cheese w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 340 calories, 19 g protein, 17 g fat, 4 g fiber
1x Sirloin, Avocado, Cheese w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 340 calories, 19 g protein, 17 g fat, 4 g fiber
1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
1 scoop Orange Triad + Greens ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
2 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 240 calories, 48 G protein, 2 g fat
240 ml Naked Juice Blue Machine ~ 170 calories, 1 g protein
240 ml Bolthouse Farms Green Goodness Fruit Smoothie ~ 120 calories, 1g protein, 1g fiber
—
240 ml Milk ~ 80 calories, 13 g protein
240 ml Milk ~ 80 calories, 13 g protein
—
Total : 2,655 calories, 210 g protein, 84 g fat, 26 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b] Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x2, Real Energy Dominator x1, Creatine 5 mg, NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] Okay
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Rest Day[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Notes:[/b]
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[QUOTE=Camarija;1643588413]Yeah bro! Weekly session volume is a good portion of RPE planning, and while I'm planning on keeping it under 2 hours per session, I can easily see myself soaring past 30 sets per session. It's weird that RPE templates are designed to go well above 30 sets per session. Do you have a reference for that 30 set cap off the top of your head? There's just so much information to go through.
Cheer bro![/QUOTE]
Not in writing - it was in YouTube video, possibly one of RP's or maybe on Revive Stronger, I forget which. He said once your per session volume goes over 25 sets you should look at adding more sessions and anything over 30 sets he would question, unless it was mostly isolations.
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Going into 2 a days I’m jealous.
Are you following the RP app or templates?
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Your maintenance is below 2650? At your activity level and training experience that's a little surprising.
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[QUOTE=RapidFail;1643545553]Cool, I look forward to seeing your progress. I think it's probably a good idea to look at your per-session volume after a while. I know Mike Israetel recommends capping workouts to 2 hours or 30 working sets at the maximum.[/QUOTE]
Yeah bro! Weekly session volume is a good portion of RPE planning, and while I'm planning on keeping it under 2 hours per session, I can easily see myself soaring past 30 sets per session. It's weird that RPE templates are designed to go well above 30 sets per session. Do you have a reference for that 30 set cap off the top of your head? There's just so much information to go through.
Cheer bro!
[hr][/hr]
[QUOTE=RapidFail;1643589433]Not in writing - it was in YouTube video, possibly one of RP's or maybe on Revive Stronger, I forget which. He said once your per session volume goes over 25 sets you should look at adding more sessions and anything over 30 sets he would question, unless it was mostly isolations.[/QUOTE]
I found something!
[youtube]Nh4qa-Y1CIo?t=230[/youtube]
~ 3:52
Alright then, it looks like I'll give consideration to splitting up workouts into AM and PM workouts.
[b]AM workouts can be the major compounds:[/b]
Upper Days:
Barbell Press (Flat / Incline) / Isolateral Press (Incline / Decline)
Lat Pulldown / Support Row (Wide Pronate / Medium Neutral)
Lateral Raise / Reverse Pec Dec
Lower Days:
Hip Adduction / Hip Abduction
Squat Press / 45 Degree Back Extension
Leg Extension / Leg Curl
[b]PM workouts can be the isolation movements:[/b]
Upper Days:
Triceps / Biceps
Lower Days:
Calves / Abs
[hr][/hr]
[QUOTE=Raigs;1643629533]Going into 2 a days I’m jealous.
Are you following the RP app or templates?[/QUOTE]
Right now I'm piecing together information I learned from their e-book, free articles, and youtube videos. Honestly, there's just so much information that I'm not even sure if I'm setting up the program right, but it seems okay so far so I'll keep going. I'm thinking next year I'll start up with personal coaching from the RP guys, like what Filmbuff81 is doing now.
Cheers bro!
[hr][/hr]
[QUOTE=EliKoehn;1643727243]Your maintenance is below 2650? At your activity level and training experience that's a little surprising.[/QUOTE]
Yeah, that's the benefit of having run calorie counting for extended periods of time. At least I have my maintenance more or less dialed in. Right now I'm pretty light, ~185 lbs or so, so my maintenance is a bit on the lower side. As my bulk progresses, and my bodyweight and volume both increase, my maintenance will probably go up.
Right now I'm just above maintenance, but not by much. I'll be ramping up my bulk over the course of this mesocycle, just not all at once. I don't know if there is any science that backs up slowly ramping, but it just feels right to me to approach it this way.
Cheers!
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[center][u][b][size=5]Mesocycle 1 - Week 2[/size][/u]
[I]Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase[/i][/b][/center]
[hr][/hr]
[b]Date:[/b] Monday, July 26, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 7 Hours
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Surplus
-
111 g Cheerios ~ 420 calories, 9 g protein, 6 g fat, 9 g fiber
93 g Sunflower Seeds ~ 540 calories, 18 g protein, 48 g fat, 9 g fiber
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
—
2 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 240 calories, 48 G protein, 2 g fat
240 ml Naked Juice Blue Machine ~ 170 calories, 1 g protein
240 ml Bolthouse Farms Green Goodness Fruit Smoothie ~ 120 calories, 1g protein, 1g fiber
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
240 ml Milk ~ 80 calories, 13 g protein
240 ml Milk ~ 80 calories, 13 g protein
111 g Cheerios ~ 420 calories, 9 g protein, 6 g fat, 9 g fiber
Fish Oil ~ 70 calories, 6 g fat
—
Total : 2,655 calories, 185 g protein, 86 g fat, 29 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b]
Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x2
Real Energy Dominator x1
Creatine 5 g
NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] Not Bad
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Upper Day A[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Training Phase:[/b] Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase
[b][color=red]Bench Press[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1] (45 lbs + 10 lbs)
155 lbs x 10 @ 10 RIR + 5 lb cable face pulls - 120 s rest
[Warm Up Set 2] (45 lbs + 25 lbs)
185 lbs x 4 @ 10 RIR + 5 lb cable face pulls - 120 s rest
[Warm Up Set 3] (45 lbs + 25 lbs + 10 lbs + 5 lbs + 2.5 lbs)
220 lbs x 2 @ 5 RIR + 5 lb cable face pulls - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b] (45 lbs + 25 lbs + 5 lbs + 2.5 lbs)
200 lbs x 8 @ 3 RIR + 5 lb cable face pulls - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
200 lbs x 7 @ 3 RIR + 5 lb cable face pulls - 180 s rest
[b][color=red]DB Incline Bench Press[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
45 lbs x 8 @ 10 RIR + 5 lb cable face pulls - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
45 lbs x 15 @ 3 RIR + 5 lb cable face pulls - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
45 lbs x 14 @ 3 RIR + 5 lb cable face pulls - 120 s rest
[b][color=blue]Chest Supported T-Bar Row Wide Pronate Grip[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
70 lbs x 10 @ 10 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
90 lbs x 9 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
90 lbs x 8 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
90 lbs x 7 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=blue]Pull Down 14'' Neutral Grip[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
100 lbs x 14 @ 10 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
120 lbs x 13 @ 3 RIR - 150 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
120 lbs x 12 @ 3 RIR - 150 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
120 lbs x 11 @ 3 RIR - 150 s rest
[b][color=orange]Lateral Raise Machine[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
20 lbs x 13 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
20 lbs x 12 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
20 lbs x 11 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
20 lbs x 10 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=orange]Reverse Pec Dec[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
85 lbs x 15 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
85 lbs x 14 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
85 lbs x 13 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
85 lbs x 12 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]French Press[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
75 lbs x 8 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
75 lbs x 7 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Tricep Pushdown[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
40 lbs x 15 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
40 lbs x 14 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]EZ Bar Curl[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
65 lbs x 9 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
65 lbs x 8 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
65 lbs x 7 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Preacher EZ Bar Curl[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
40 lbs x 12 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
40 lbs x 11 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b]Notes:[/b]
~ 1 hour 45 minutes
Gym was busy
My right quadratus lumborum started flaring up after pulldowns today, so I'm not happy about that at all.
I realize the amount of volume I'm planning on running might require a different split, but that's a problem for another day. I'll run this mesocycle as is.
MAYBE for Mesocycle 2/3 I just run Push / Pull / Legs + Abs, or Upper Lower 6 x a week instead of 4 x a week.
Just some thoughts.
[hr][/hr]
[b]Date:[/b] Tuesday, July 27, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 7.5 Hours
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Surplus
-
111 g Cheerios ~ 420 calories, 9 g protein, 6 g fat, 9 g fiber
93 g Sunflower Seeds ~ 540 calories, 18 g protein, 48 g fat, 9 g fiber
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
—
2 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 240 calories, 48 G protein, 2 g fat
240 ml Naked Juice Blue Machine ~ 170 calories, 1 g protein
240 ml Bolthouse Farms Green Goodness Fruit Smoothie ~ 120 calories, 1g protein, 1g fiber
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
Corn Tortilla ~ 80 calories, 1 g protein, 0.5 g fat, 1 g fiber
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
Fish Oil ~ 70 calories, 6 g fat
—
Total : 2,715 calories, 201 g protein, 84.5 g fat, 31 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b] Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x2, Real Energy Dominator x1, Creatine 5 mg, NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] Pretty Good
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Lower Day A[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Training Phase:[/b] Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase
[b][color=orange]Hip Adduction[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
65 lbs x 21 @ 3 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
65 lbs x 19 @ 3 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][color=orange]Hip Abduction[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
75 lbs x 21 @ 3 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
75 lbs x 19 @ 3 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][color=red]Cybex Squat Press[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
270 lbs x 15 @ +15 RIR - 180 s rest
[Warm Up Set 2]
320 lbs x 10 @ 15 RIR - 180 s rest
[Warm Up Set 3]
360 lbs x 6 @ 14 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
360 lbs x 17 @ 3 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
360 lbs x 16 @ 3 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
360 lbs x 15 @ 3 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][color=red]Leg Extension[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
70 lbs x 22 @ ??? RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
70 lbs x 21 @ ??? RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=blue]45 Degree Back Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
BW x 23 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
BW x 18 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=blue]Single Leg Seated Leg Curl[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
50 lbs x 9 @ 10 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
50 lbs x 16 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
50 lbs x 14 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]60° Calf Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
135 lbs x 16 @ 3 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
135 lbs x 15 @ 3 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
135 lbs x 11 @ 3 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][color=green]Seated Calf Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
45 lbs x 12 reps @ 3 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
45 lbs x 11 reps @ 3 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][color=green]Hanging Leg Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
BW x 11 Reps @ 3 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
BW x 10 Reps @ 3 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][color=green]Decline Ab Crunch[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
25 lbs x 12 reps @ RIR 3 - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
25 lbs x 11 reps @ RIR 3 - 60 s rest
[b]Notes:[/b]
~ 1 hour 40 minutes
Gym was busy and I spent a lot of time talking between exercises, this was unnecessarily longer than usual
I was thinking more about how to divide up the volume. I think Upper Lower 6x a week would be both easier and better to run than 4x a week twice a day.
Upper/Lower Day 1 (Cut accessories in half - lateral raise / reverse pec dec / french press / tricep pushdown / ez bar curl / preacher curl / hip adduction / hip abduction / 60 degree calf raise / seated calf raise / hanging leg raise / decline ab crunch)
Upper/Lower Day 2 (Put all of the sets of accessories that were trimmed down on other days here)
Upper/Lower Day 3 (Same as Day 1)
This would decrease average session volume to a point that reduces junk volume.
It would increase frequency of the parts that I'm trying to bring up (shoulders, arms, calves, abs, hip health)
[hr][/hr]
[b]Date:[/b] Wednesday, July 28, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 8 Hours
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Surplus
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1 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 120 calories, 24 G protein, 1 g fat
240 ml Naked Juice Blue Machine ~ 170 calories, 1 g protein
240 ml Milk ~ 80 calories, 13 g protein
1 scoop Orange Triad + Greens ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
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1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
1x Sirloin, Avocado, Cheese w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 340 calories, 19 g protein, 17 g fat, 4 g fiber
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
Nacho Chips ~ 280 calories, 4 g protein, 14 g fat, 4 g fiber
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
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1x Sirloin, Avocado, Cheese w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 340 calories, 19 g protein, 17 g fat, 4 g fiber
1x Sirloin, Avocado, Cheese w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 340 calories, 19 g protein, 17 g fat, 4 g fiber
1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
—
1 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 120 calories, 24 G protein, 1 g fat
240 ml Bolthouse Farms Green Goodness Fruit Smoothie ~ 120 calories, 1g protein, 1g fiber
240 ml Milk ~ 80 calories, 13 g protein
Fish Oil ~ 70 calories, 6 g fat
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Total : 2,725 calories, 210 g protein, 90 g fat, 26 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b] Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x2, Real Energy Dominator x1, Creatine 5 mg, NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] Okay
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Rest Day[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Notes:[/b]
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Man sirloin tacos sound good right about now! Enjoy the rest day
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Following along man!
Question: do you always do skim milk? From the macro count it looks to be that. I find whole milk more satisfying even when you have to budget for it.
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^^ Good thinking. Definitely don't take cutting/satiety advice from me, hopefully set to wake up under 240 tomorrow for the first time in years lol.
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[QUOTE=Raigs;1643843623]Man sirloin tacos sound good right about now! Enjoy the rest day[/QUOTE]
Thanks bro!! High quality tacos, just pure quality :)
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[QUOTE=EliKoehn;1643882663]Following along man!
Question: do you always do skim milk? From the macro count it looks to be that. I find whole milk more satisfying even when you have to budget for it.[/QUOTE]
Thanks Bro!
You know, it's mostly because I want to limit animal fat consumption. I drink something called Mootopia, and because it's lactose free, it ends up having it's own sweeter taste that works for me
[url]https://www.heb.com/product-detail/h-e-b-mootopia-lactose-free-fat-free-milk/671075[/url]
There's also the extra calories that just feel kind of empty. If I want to get extra calories from fat, I'd prefer the source be from something rich in unsaturated fat like olive oil, so going with skim kind of gives me versatility in choosing how I want to fill in the rest of my calories as well
Like, if I want to eat some tasty animal fats, it would be along the lines of bacon or chorizo or maybe a juicy steak
When I'm traveling and lazy, sometimes I just buy whole milk to get my calories and macros in, but it's more of a backup plan
[hr][/hr]
[QUOTE=EliKoehn;1643890183]^^ Good thinking. Definitely don't take cutting/satiety advice from me, hopefully set to wake up under 240 tomorrow for the first time in years lol.[/QUOTE]
Lol, I mean, do whatever works for you
I found russet potatoes to be one of the ways to get in calories while filling full for a LONG time, but I don't really have issues with satiation luckily
I hope that by the end of the bulk + creatine loading phase I'll get up to ~ 203 lbs or so, but yeah, I haven't been 240 lbs for years now, that'll probably never happen again realistically
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[center][u][b][size=5]Mesocycle 1 - Week 2 - pt 2[/size][/u]
[i]Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume[/i][/b][/center]
[hr][/hr]
[b]Date:[/b] Thursday, July 29, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 7 Hours + 1 Hour nap
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Surplus
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111 g Cheerios ~ 420 calories, 9 g protein, 6 g fat, 9 g fiber
93 g Sunflower Seeds ~ 540 calories, 18 g protein, 48 g fat, 9 g fiber
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
—
2 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 240 calories, 48 G protein, 2 g fat
240 ml Naked Juice Blue Machine ~ 170 calories, 1 g protein
240 ml Bolthouse Farms Green Goodness Fruit Smoothie ~ 120 calories, 1g protein, 1g fiber
Fish Oil ~ 70 calories, 6 g fat
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
2 TBSP Olive Oil + White Truffle Oil ~ 240 calories, 28 g fat
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
4x Eggs ~ 240 calories, 24 g protein, 16 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
—
Total : 2745 calories, 200 g protein, 125 g fat, 21 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b]
Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x3
Real Energy Dominator x2
Creatine 5 mg
NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] OK
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Upper Day B[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Training Phase:[/b] Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume
[b][color=blue]Pull Down Wide Pronate Grip[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
100 lbs x 14 @ 10 RIR - 120 s rest
[Warm Up Set 2]
160 lbs x 2 @ 6 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
140 lbs x 9 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
140 lbs x 8 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
140 lbs x 7 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=blue]Chest Supported T-Bar Row Close Neutral Grip[/color][/b]
[b][Warm Up Set 1][/b]
70 lbs x 4 Reps @ 10 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
70 lbs x 11 Reps @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
70 lbs x 10 Reps @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
70 lbs x 9 Reps @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=red]Incline Barbell Press[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
105 lbs x 10 @ 10 RIR + 10 lb cable face pull - 120 s rest
[Warm Up Set 2]
145 lbs x 3 @ 7 RIR + 5 lb cable face pull - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
140 lbs x 8 @ 3 RIR + 5 lb cable face pull - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
140 lbs x 7 @ 3 RIR + 5 lb cable face pull - 120 s rest
[b][color=red]Hammer ISO Decline Chest Press[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
70 lbs x 10 @ 10 RIR + 5 lb cable face pull - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
80 lbs x 13 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
80 lbs x 12 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=orange]Lateral Raise Machine[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
20 lbs x 13 @ 3 RIR - 90 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
20 lbs x 12 @ 3 RIR - 90 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
20 lbs x 11 @ 3 RIR - 90 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
20 lbs x 10 @ 3 RIR - 90 s rest
[b][color=orange]Reverse Pec Dec[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
85 lbs x 15 @ 3 RIR - 90 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
85 lbs x 14 @ 3 RIR - 90 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
85 lbs x 13 @ 3 RIR - 90 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
85 lbs x 12 @ 3 RIR - 90 s rest
[b][color=green]French Press[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
80 lbs x 7 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
80 lbs x 6 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Tricep Pushdown[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
40 lbs x 15 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
40 lbs x 14 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]EZ Bar Curl[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
65 lbs x 9 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
65 lbs x 8 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
65 lbs x 7 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Preacher EZ Bar Curl[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
40 lbs x 12 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
40 lbs x 11 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b]Notes:[/b]
~ 1 hour 25 minutes
Quick run through, my arms will definitely grow on this program
[hr][/hr]
[b]Date:[/b] Friday, July 30, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 8 Hours
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Surplus
-
111 g Cheerios ~ 420 calories, 9 g protein, 6 g fat, 9 g fiber
93 g Sunflower Seeds ~ 540 calories, 18 g protein, 48 g fat, 9 g fiber
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
2 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 240 calories, 48 G protein, 2 g fat
200 ml Naked Juice Blue Machine ~ 140 calories, 0.8 g protein
240 ml Bolthouse Farms Green Goodness Fruit Smoothie ~ 120 calories, 1g protein, 1g fiber
Fish Oil ~ 70 calories, 6 g fat
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
1x Sirloin, Avocado, Cheese w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 340 calories, 19 g protein, 17 g fat, 4 g fiber
1x Sirloin, Avocado, Cheese w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 340 calories, 19 g protein, 17 g fat, 4 g fiber
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
—
1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
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Total : 3,055 calories, 215.8 g protein, 109 g fat, 35 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b]
Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x3
Real Energy Dominator x2
Creatine 5 mg
NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] Ok
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Lower Day B[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Training Phase:[/b] Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase
[b][color=orange]Hip Adduction[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
65 lbs x 21 @ 3 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
65 lbs x 19 @ 3 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][color=orange]Hip Abduction[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
75 lbs x 21 @ 3 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
75 lbs x 19 @ 3 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][color=red]Cybex Squat Press[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
270 lbs x 15 @ +15 RIR - 180 s rest
[Warm Up Set 2]
320 lbs x 10 @ 15 RIR - 180 s rest
[Warm Up Set 3]
360 lbs x 6 @ 14 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
360 lbs x 17 @ 3 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
360 lbs x 15 @ 3 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
360 lbs x 13 @ 3 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][color=red]Leg Extension[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
70 lbs x 25 @ ??? RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
70 lbs x 23 @ ??? RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=blue]45 Degree Back Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
BW x 23 @ 3 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
BW x 21 @ 3 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][color=blue]Seated Leg Curl[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
100 lbs x 9 @ 10 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
100 lbs x 16 @ 3 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
100 lbs x 15 @ 3 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][color=green]60° Calf Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
135 lbs x 16 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
135 lbs x 14 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
135 lbs x 12 @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Seated Calf Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
45 lbs x 12 reps @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
45 lbs x 10 reps @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Hanging Leg Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
BW x 11 Reps @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
BW x 10 Reps @ 3 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Decline Ab Crunch[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
25 lbs x 12 reps @ RIR 3 - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
25 lbs x 10 reps @ RIR 3 - 120 s rest
[b]Notes:[/b]
~ 1 hour 20 minutes
Pretty good workout, im spent
Going to start upping my calories a bit, I think I'm ready for that higher rate of massing now.
I'm going to eat somewhere between 2950 and 3,050 for the next couple of weeks or so before increasing it again.
[hr][/hr]
[b]Date:[/b] Saturday, July 31, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 8 Hours
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Surplus
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111 g Cheerios ~ 420 calories, 9 g protein, 6 g fat, 9 g fiber
93 g Sunflower Seeds ~ 540 calories, 18 g protein, 48 g fat, 9 g fiber
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
2 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 240 calories, 48 G protein, 2 g fat
236 ml Blueberry Pomegranate Juice ~ 150 calories, 0 g protein
240 ml Bolthouse Farms Green Goodness Fruit Smoothie ~ 120 calories, 1g protein, 1g fiber
Fish Oil ~ 70 calories, 6 g fat
—
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
1 TBSP White Truffle Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
4x Eggs ~ 240 calories, 24 g protein, 16 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
74 g Cheerios ~ 280 calories, 6 g protein, 4 g fat, 6 g fiber
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Total : 3,035 calories, 205 g protein, 130 g fat, 28 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b]
Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x3
Real Energy Dominator x2
Creatine 5 mg
NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] Ok
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Rest Day[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Notes:[/b]
I'm starting my 6 workouts a week tomorrow
Upper Day A: compounds + some isolations
Lower Day A: compounds + some isolations
Upper Day B: Arm isolations (this includes side delts and rear delts)
Lower Day B: Ab / Calf isolations (some hip health stuff as well)
Upper Day C: compounds + even less isolations
Lower Day C: compounds + even less isolations
REST
If my joints / tendons need more rest, I'll either merge Day B into one day, morning and evening session, OR, I'll just add an extra rest day after Lower Day B, to make it 8 day weeks.
The idea is to:
A) Split up the volume to keep sessions shorter.
I don't want greater than 2 hour sessions, nor more than 30 work sets per sessions, when I'm at the end of my 3rd Meso Cycle.
B) Increase frequency of parts I'm trying to bring up.
My main focus for these 3 meso cycles is going to be arms, abs, and calves (also hip health), so I'm going to hit them more often and bulk to see these suckers grow
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20+ work sets with controlled rest periods.
1:40 sounds about right.
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[QUOTE=Camarija;1644077343]yeah you're right
23 sets this time for ~ 1 hour 40 minutes
27 sets last time for ~ 1 hour 45 minutes
It's still in the same ball park but I felt considerably less wasted after this workout
I'm still increasing weekly volume by increasing sessions per week, but per session volume has gone down, I had just hoped it would have been less time[/QUOTE]
6x upper/lower my workouts climbed each week to the point of 2hrs + the final 1-2 weeks of my intensity mesos.
I’d say it’s probably one of the big downsides to the style of training since eventually you just have to embrace the suck of how long you gotta train.
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[QUOTE=Filmbuff81;1644076253]20+ work sets with controlled rest periods.
1:40 sounds about right.[/QUOTE]
yeah you're right
23 sets this time for ~ 1 hour 40 minutes
27 sets last time for ~ 1 hour 45 minutes
It's still in the same ball park but I felt considerably less wasted after this workout
I'm still increasing weekly volume by increasing sessions per week, but per session volume has gone down, I had just hoped it would have been less time
[hr][/hr]
[QUOTE=Filmbuff81;1644077933]6x upper/lower my workouts climbed each week to the point of 2hrs + the final 1-2 weeks of my intensity mesos.
I’d say it’s probably one of the big downsides to the style of training since eventually you just have to embrace the suck of how long you gotta train.[/QUOTE]
I'm actually looking forward to it!!! :-D
My focuses for these three mesocycles are things I've never really trained much:
Biceps / Triceps / Side Delts / Rear Delts / Abs / Calves / Adductors / Abductors
I've believe in the methodology!!! I'll post up some progress pics around Thanksgiving for comparison
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[center][u][b][size=5]Mesocycle 1 - Week 3[/size][/u]
[I]Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase[/i][/b][/center]
[hr][/hr]
[b]Date:[/b] Sunday, August 1, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 9 Hours
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Surplus
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111 g Cheerios ~ 420 calories, 9 g protein, 6 g fat, 9 g fiber
93 g Sunflower Seeds ~ 540 calories, 18 g protein, 48 g fat, 9 g fiber
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
2 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 240 calories, 48 G protein, 2 g fat
236 ml Blueberry Pomegranate Juice ~ 150 calories, 0 g protein
240 ml Bolthouse Farms Green Goodness Fruit Smoothie ~ 120 calories, 1g protein, 1g fiber
—
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
1 TBSP White Truffle Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
4x Eggs ~ 240 calories, 24 g protein, 16 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
Fish Oil ~ 70 calories, 6 g fat
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
74 g Cheerios ~ 280 calories, 6 g protein, 4 g fat, 6 g fiber
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Total : 3,125 calories, 205 g protein, 143 g fat, 27 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b]
Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x3
Real Energy Dominator x2
Creatine 5 g
NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] OK
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Upper Day A[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Training Phase:[/b] Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase
[b][color=red]Bench Press[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1] [b](45 lbs + 10 lbs)[/b]
155 lbs x 10 @ 10 RIR + 5 lb cable face pulls - 120 s rest
[Warm Up Set 2] [b](45 lbs + 25 lbs)[/b]
185 lbs x 4 @ 10 RIR + 5 lb cable face pulls - 120 s rest
[Warm Up Set 3] [b](45 lbs + 25 lbs + 10 lbs + 10 lbs)[/b]
225 lbs x 2 @ 5 RIR + 5 lb cable face pulls - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b] [b](45 lbs + 25 lbs + 10 lbs)[/b]
205 lbs x 8 @ 2 RIR + 5 lb cable face pulls - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
205 lbs x 7 @ 2 RIR + 5 lb cable face pulls - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
205 lbs x 6 @ 2 RIR + 5 lb cable face pulls - 180 s rest
[b][color=red]DB Incline Bench Press[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
45 lbs x 8 @ 10 RIR + 5 lb cable face pulls - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
45 lbs x 16 @ 2 RIR + 5 lb cable face pulls - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
45 lbs x 15 @ 2 RIR + 5 lb cable face pulls - 180 s rest
[b][color=blue]Chest Supported T-Bar Row Wide Pronate Grip[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
70 lbs x 10 @ 10 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
90 lbs x 10 @ 2 RIR - 150 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
90 lbs x 9 @ 2 RIR - 150 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
90 lbs x 8 @ 2 RIR - 150 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
90 lbs x 7 @ 2 RIR - 150 s rest
[b][color=blue]Pull Down 14'' Neutral Grip[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
100 lbs x 14 @ 10 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
120 lbs x 14 @ 2 RIR - 150 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
120 lbs x 13 @ 2 RIR - 150 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
120 lbs x 12 @ 2 RIR - 150 s rest
[b][color=orange]Lateral Raise Machine[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
20 lbs x 14 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
20 lbs x 13 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
20 lbs x 12 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=orange]Reverse Pec Dec[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
85 lbs x 16 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
85 lbs x 14 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]French Press[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
65 lbs x 9 @ 6 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
75 lbs x 9 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
75 lbs x 8 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
75 lbs x 7 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]EZ Bar Curl[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
65 lbs x 10 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
65 lbs x 9 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
65 lbs x 8 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b]Notes:[/b]
~ 1 hour 40 minutes
Not sure why it was so long today
This session could last around 2 hours 40 minutes by the end of the third meso cycle. I'll try to find a way to speed it up.
[hr][/hr]
[b]Date:[/b] Monday, August 2, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 8 Hours
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Surplus
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111 g Cheerios ~ 420 calories, 9 g protein, 6 g fat, 9 g fiber
93 g Sunflower Seeds ~ 540 calories, 18 g protein, 48 g fat, 9 g fiber
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
2 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 240 calories, 48 G protein, 2 g fat
236 ml Blueberry Pomegranate Juice ~ 150 calories
240 ml Bolthouse Farms Green Goodness Fruit Smoothie ~ 120 calories, 1g protein, 1g fiber
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1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
1x Sirloin, Avocado, Cheese w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 340 calories, 19 g protein, 17 g fat, 4 g fiber
1x Sirloin, Avocado, Cheese w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 340 calories, 19 g protein, 17 g fat, 4 g fiber
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
Fish Oil ~ 70 calories, 6 g fat
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Total : 3,025 calories, 213 g protein, 111 g fat, 34 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b]
Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x3
Real Energy Dominator x2
Creatine 5 mg
NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] Pretty Good
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Lower Day A[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Training Phase:[/b] Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase
[b][color=orange]Hip Adduction[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
65 lbs x 23 @ 2 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][color=orange]Hip Abduction[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
75 lbs x 23 @ 2 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][color=blue]45 Degree Back Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
BW x 24 @ 2 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
BW x 22 @ 2 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
BW x 20 @ 2 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][color=red]Cybex Squat Press[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
270 lbs x 15 @ +15 RIR - 180 s rest
[Warm Up Set 2]
320 lbs x 10 @ 15 RIR - 180 s rest
[Warm Up Set 3]
360 lbs x 6 @ 14 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
360 lbs x 18 @ 2 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
360 lbs x 16 @ 2 RIR - 240 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
360 lbs x 14 @ 2 RIR - 240 s rest
[b][color=red]Leg Extension[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
70 lbs x 26 @ 2 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
70 lbs x 24 @ 2 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
70 lbs x 22 @ 2 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][color=blue]Seated Leg Curl[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
100 lbs x 9 @ 10 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
100 lbs x 17 @ 2 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
100 lbs x 15 @ 2 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][color=green]60° Calf Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
135 lbs x 17 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
135 lbs x 15 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
135 lbs x 13 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Hanging Leg Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
BW x 12 Reps @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
BW x 11 Reps @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
BW x 10 Reps @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b]Notes:[/b]
~ 1 hour 20 minutes
By the end of the second meso, the session length should be around 2 hours, which great.
By the end of the third meso, this session length should be around 2 hours and 15 minutes or so, which is also fine, I'll be pushing it.
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Nice job. Another solid day.
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[QUOTE=Filmbuff81;1644139263]Nice job. Another solid day.[/QUOTE]
Thanks man!
I'm beginning to understand that by the end of the 3rd Mesocycle, I'll have earned a low volume phase. Only thing left to do now is earn it :)
Cheers bro!!!
*edit*
I just ordered 20 lbs of Now Whey Isolate from the BB.com sale going on, just a heads up, I don't think that price can be beat for Whey ISO
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[center][u][b][size=5]Mesocycle 1 - Week 3 - pt. 2[/size][/u]
[I]Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase[/i][/b][/center]
[hr][/hr]
[b]Date:[/b] Tuesday, August 3, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 8 Hours
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Surplus
-
111 g Cheerios ~ 420 calories, 9 g protein, 6 g fat, 9 g fiber
93 g Sunflower Seeds ~ 540 calories, 18 g protein, 48 g fat, 9 g fiber
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
2 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 240 calories, 48 G protein, 2 g fat
236 ml Blueberry Pomegranate Juice ~ 150 calories, 0 g protein
240 ml Bolthouse Farms Green Goodness Fruit Smoothie ~ 120 calories, 1g protein, 1g fiber
50 g Tortilla Chips ~ 234.5 calories, 3.5 g protein, 10.4 g fat, 2.7 g fiber
—
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1 TBSP White Truffle Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
50 g Tortilla Chips ~ 234.5 calories, 3.5 g protein, 10.4 g fat, 2.7 g fiber
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
4x Eggs ~ 240 calories, 24 g protein, 16 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
Fish Oil ~ 70 calories, 6 g fat
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
—
Total : 3,104 calories, 206 g protein, 146.8 g fat, 27.4 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b]
Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x3
Real Energy Dominator x2
Creatine 5 g
NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] Good
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Upper Day B[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Training Phase:[/b] Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase
[b][color=orange]Egyptian Cable Lateral Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
5 lbs x 25 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
5 lbs x 23 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
5 lbs x 21 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
5 lbs x 19 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 5][/b]
5 lbs x 17 @ 2 RIR - 180 s rest
My side delts are on fire and bulging
[b][color=orange]One Arm Face Pulls[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
10 lbs x 20 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest - forced
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
10 lbs x 14 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest - controlled
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
10 lbs x 12 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest - controlled
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
10 lbs x 10 @ 2 RIR - 180 s rest - controlled
[b][color=green]French Press[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
80 lbs x 8 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest - felt a bit too easy maybe, next time 10 reps for 1 RIR
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
80 lbs x 8 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest - felt about right.
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
80 lbs x 7 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Tricep Pushdown[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
40 lbs x 15 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest - maybe too easy, just go slower next time and pause
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
40 lbs x 14 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]EZ Bar Curl[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
70 lbs x 9 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
70 lbs x 8 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
70 lbs x 6 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest - but of a drop- off here
[b][color=green]Preacher EZ Bar Curl[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
40 lbs x 13 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
40 lbs x 12 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
40 lbs x 11 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest - great
[b]Notes:[/b]
~ 1 hour and my arms have never been so pumped!!
Shoulders, triceos, biceps, heckyeah!!
No joke, i think my arms literally grew inches from the workout. Of course its just pump, but I never knew it was possible to this extent. Ive never really trained arms with this level of volume... ever
I will add a set of dips and chinups each mesocycle.
Mesocycle 1 = 1 set each
Mesocycle 2 = 2 sets each
Mesocycle 2 = 3 sets each
[hr][/hr]
[b]Date:[/b] Wednesday, August 4, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 8 Hours
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Surplus
-
111 g Cheerios ~ 420 calories, 9 g protein, 6 g fat, 9 g fiber
93 g Sunflower Seeds ~ 540 calories, 18 g protein, 48 g fat, 9 g fiber
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
2 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 240 calories, 48 G protein, 2 g fat
236 ml Blueberry Pomegranate Juice ~ 150 calories, 0 g protein
240 ml Bolthouse Farms Green Goodness Fruit Smoothie ~ 120 calories, 1g protein, 1g fiber
—
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1 TBSP White Truffle Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
4x Eggs ~ 240 calories, 24 g protein, 16 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
111 g Cheerios ~ 420 calories, 9 g protein, 6 g fat, 9 g fiber
Fish Oil ~ 70 calories, 6 g fat
—
Total : 3,055 calories, 208 g protein, 118 g fat, 31 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b]
Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x3
Real Energy Dominator x2
Creatine 5 mg
NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] Pretty Good
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Lower Day B[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Training Phase:[/b] Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase
[b][color=orange]Hip Adduction[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
65 lbs x 23 @ 2 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
65 lbs x 21 @ 2 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][color=orange]Hip Abduction[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
75 lbs x 23 @ 2 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
75 lbs x 21 @ 2 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][color=green]60° Calf Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
135 lbs x 17 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
135 lbs x 15 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
135 lbs x 13 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Seated Calf Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
45 lbs x 13 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
45 lbs x 11 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
45 lbs x 10 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Hanging Leg Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
BW x 12 Reps @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
BW x 11 Reps @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
BW x 10 Reps @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Decline Ab Crunch[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
25 lbs x 13 Reps @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
25 lbs x 11 Reps @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b]Notes:[/b]
~ 35 minutes
Fast and furious
Even at the end of the third meso cycle, this session won't last much longer than a hour. Awesome.
[hr][/hr]
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[center][u][b][size=5]Mesocycle 1 - Week 3 - pt. 3[/size][/u]
[I]Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase[/i][/b][/center]
[hr][/hr]
[b]Date:[/b] Thursday, August 5, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 8 Hours
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Surplus
-
111 g Cheerios ~ 420 calories, 9 g protein, 6 g fat, 9 g fiber
93 g Sunflower Seeds ~ 540 calories, 18 g protein, 48 g fat, 9 g fiber
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
2 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 240 calories, 48 G protein, 2 g fat
236 ml Blueberry Pomegranate Juice ~ 150 calories, 0 g protein
240 ml Bolthouse Farms Green Goodness Fruit Smoothie ~ 120 calories, 1g protein, 1g fiber
—
1x Sirloin, Avocado, Cheese w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 340 calories, 19 g protein, 17 g fat, 4 g fiber
1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
50 g Tortilla Chips ~ 234.5 calories, 3.5 g protein, 10.4 g fat, 2.7 g fiber
50 g Tortilla Chips ~ 234.5 calories, 3.5 g protein, 10.4 g fat, 2.7 g fiber
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
4x Eggs ~ 240 calories, 24 g protein, 16 g fat
1 TBSP White Truffle Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
Fish Oil ~ 70 calories, 6 g fat
—
Total : 3,234 calories, 200 g protein, 135.8 g fat, 33.4 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b]
Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x3
Real Energy Dominator x2
Creatine 5 g
NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] Not Bad
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Upper Day C[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Training Phase:[/b] Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase
[b][color=blue]Pull Down Wide Pronate Grip[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
100 lbs x 14 @ 10 RIR - 90 s rest
[Warm Up Set 2]
160 lbs x 2 @ 6 RIR - 90 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
140 lbs x 10 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
140 lbs x 9 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
140 lbs x 8 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
140 lbs x 7 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=blue]Chest Supported T-Bar Row Close Neutral Grip[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
70 lbs x 4 @ 10 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
70 lbs x 12 @ 2 RIR - 150 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
70 lbs x 11 @ 2 RIR - 150 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
70 lbs x 10 @ 2 RIR - 150 s rest
[b][color=red]Incline Barbell Bench Press[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1] (25 lbs + 5 lbs)
105 lbs x 10 @ 10 RIR - 120 s rest
[Warm Up Set 2] (45 lbs + 10 lbs)
155 lbs x 2 @ 6 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b] (45 lbs + 5 lbs)
145 lbs x 8 @ 2 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
145 lbs x 7 @ 2 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
145 lbs x 6 @ 2 RIR + 14x 10 lb cable face pulls - 180 s rest
[b][color=red]Hammer Strength ISO Decline Chest Press[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
70 lbs x 10 @ 10 RIR + 12x 10 lb cable face pulls - 90 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
80 lbs x 14 @ 2 RIR + 10x 10 lb cable face pulls - 90 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
80 lbs x 12 @ 2 RIR + 9x 10 lb cable face pulls - 90 s rest
[b][color=orange]DB Lateral Raise (slight lean forward, pinkies up, slow)[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
20 lbs x 14 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
20 lbs x 12 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=orange]DB Rear Delt Raise (pinkies up, slow)[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
25 lbs x 16 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
25 lbs x 14 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Tricep Pushdown[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
40 lbs x 25 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
40 lbs x 20 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Preacher EZ Bar Curl[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
40 lbs x 18 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
40 lbs x 16 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
40 lbs x 14 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b]Notes:[/b]
~ 1 hour 20 minutes
DB lateral raises just dont feel as good as egyptian cable lateral raises
DB rear delt raises felt more in the middle traps than the rear delts, not bad, but... maybe not what I want? One arm face pulls, or even external rotations may be better here instead. I'll try out cable external rotations next time probably since I already do one arm face pulls in between some pushing sets.
It looks like by the end of the second meso cycle, and the end of the third meso cycle, the session time will get to be around 2 hours or just above. That's fine, those will be sessions where I'm really pushing it.
[hr][/hr]
[b]Date:[/b] Friday, August 6, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 7 Hours
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Surplus
-
111 g Cheerios ~ 420 calories, 9 g protein, 6 g fat, 9 g fiber
93 g Sunflower Seeds ~ 540 calories, 18 g protein, 48 g fat, 9 g fiber
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
2 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 240 calories, 48 G protein, 2 g fat
236 ml Blueberry Pomegranate Juice ~ 150 calories
240 ml Bolthouse Farms Green Goodness Fruit Smoothie ~ 120 calories, 1g protein, 1g fiber
—
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
4x Eggs ~ 240 calories, 24 g protein, 16 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
4 oz Pico de Gallo ~ 8.5 calories, 0.5 g fiber
2 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 60 calories, 2 g fat, 2 g fiber
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
1x Sirloin, Avocado, Cheese w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 340 calories, 19 g protein, 17 g fat, 4 g fiber
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
Fish Oil ~ 70 calories, 6 g fat
—
Total : 3,043.5 calories, 217 g protein, 124 g fat, 31.5 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b]
Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x3
Real Energy Dominator x2
Creatine 5 mg
NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] Lethargic
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Lower Day C[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Training Phase:[/b] Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase
[b][color=orange]Hip Adduction[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
65 lbs x 23 @ 2 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][color=orange]Hip Abduction[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
75 lbs x 23 @ 2 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][color=red]Cybex Squat Press[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
270 lbs x 15 @ +15 RIR - 180 s rest
[Warm Up Set 2]
320 lbs x 10 @ 15 RIR - 180 s rest
[Warm Up Set 3]
360 lbs x 6 @ 14 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
360 lbs x 18 @ 2 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
360 lbs x 16 @ 2 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
360 lbs x 14 @ 2 RIR - 240 s rest
[b][color=red]Leg Extension[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
70 lbs x 26 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
70 lbs x 24 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
70 lbs x 22 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=blue]45 Degree Back Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
BW x 24 @ 2 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
BW x 22 @ 2 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
BW x 20 @ 2 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][color=blue]Single Leg Seated Leg Curl[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
50 lbs x 9 @ 10 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
50 lbs x 17 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
100 lbs x 15 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest (bilateral)
[b][color=green]Seated Calf Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
45 lbs x 16 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
45 lbs x 14 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
45 lbs x 12 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Decline Ab Crunch[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
25 lbs x 16 Reps @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
25 lbs x 14 Reps @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b]Notes:[/b]
~ 1 hour 20 minutes
Pretty good workout, especially for my quads
On 45 degree back raises, keep feet together for deep hamstring stretch, I could tell my hamstrings were at the limit, but this is the kind of training I need to help them rebuild after those minor injuries from earlier
I may change this workout to something more posterior chain dominant for future mesocycles:
Hip Thrust
Leg Press
Lying Leg Curl
Leg Extension or Bulgarian Split Squat
[hr][/hr]
[b]Date:[/b] Saturday, August 7, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 9 Hours
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Surplus
-
111 g Cheerios ~ 420 calories, 9 g protein, 6 g fat, 9 g fiber
93 g Sunflower Seeds ~ 540 calories, 18 g protein, 48 g fat, 9 g fiber
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
2 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 240 calories, 48 G protein, 2 g fat
236 ml Blueberry Pomegranate Juice ~ 150 calories
240 ml Bolthouse Farms Green Goodness Fruit Smoothie ~ 120 calories, 1g protein, 1g fiber
—
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
4x Eggs ~ 240 calories, 24 g protein, 16 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
1x Sirloin, Avocado, Cheese w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 340 calories, 19 g protein, 17 g fat, 4 g fiber
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
Fish Oil ~ 70 calories, 6 g fat
—
Total : 3,005 calories, 217 g protein, 123 g fat, 30 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b]
Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x3
Real Energy Dominator x2
Creatine 5 mg
NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] Lazy Day
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Rest Day[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Notes:[/b]
Trying to rest and recover as much as possible today.
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The week 5 title is daunting sounding let’s go!!!!
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[QUOTE=Raigs;1644474413]The week 5 title is daunting sounding let’s go!!!![/QUOTE]
YEEEEAAAAAAAA BUDDY!
Week ~19
Maximum Recoverable Volume
Week ~19 + 1
Overreaching Past Maximum Recoverable Volume
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[center][u][b][size=5]Mesocycle 1 - Week 4[/size][/u]
[I]Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase[/i][/b][/center]
[hr][/hr]
[b]Date:[/b] Sunday, August 8, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 8 Hours
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Surplus
-
111 g Cheerios ~ 420 calories, 9 g protein, 6 g fat, 9 g fiber
93 g Sunflower Seeds ~ 540 calories, 18 g protein, 48 g fat, 9 g fiber
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
2 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 240 calories, 48 G protein, 2 g fat
236 ml Blueberry Pomegranate Juice ~ 150 calories, 0 g protein
240 ml Bolthouse Farms Green Goodness Fruit Smoothie ~ 120 calories, 1g protein, 1g fiber
—
4x Eggs ~ 240 calories, 24 g protein, 16 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
—
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
111 g Cheerios ~ 420 calories, 9 g protein, 6 g fat, 9 g fiber
Fish Oil ~ 70 calories, 6 g fat
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Total : 3,055 calories, 208 g protein, 118 g fat, 31 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b]
Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x3
Real Energy Dominator x2
Creatine 5 g
NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] Good
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Upper Day A[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Training Phase:[/b] Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase
[b][color=red]Bench Press[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1] [b](45 lbs + 10 lbs)[/b]
155 lbs x 10 @ 10 RIR + 14x 10 lb cable face pulls - 120 s rest
[Warm Up Set 2] [b](45 lbs + 25 lbs)[/b]
185 lbs x 4 @ 10 RIR + 12x 10 lb cable face pulls - 120 s rest
[Warm Up Set 3] [b](45 lbs + 25 lbs + 10 lbs + 10 lbs)[/b]
225 lbs x 2 @ 5 RIR + 10x 10 lb cable face pulls - 180 s rest - accidentally rested more
[b][Work Set 1][/b] [b](45 lbs + 25 lbs + 10 lbs + 2.5 lbs)[/b]
210 lbs x 8 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest - very manageable, coupd be 2 RIR
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
210 lbs x 7 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
210 lbs x 6 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][color=red]DB Incline Bench Press[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
45 lbs x 8 @ 10 RIR + 10x 10 lb cable face pulls - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
45 lbs x 17 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
45 lbs x 15 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
45 lbs x 13 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][color=blue]Chest Supported T-Bar Row Wide Pronate Grip[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
70 lbs x 10 @ 10 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
90 lbs x 11 @ 1 RIR - 150 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
90 lbs x 10 @ 1 RIR - 150 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
90 lbs x 9 @ 1 RIR - 150 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
90 lbs x 8 @ 1 RIR - 150 s rest
[b][color=blue]Pull Down 14'' Neutral Grip[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
100 lbs x 14 @ 10 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
120 lbs x 15 @ 1 RIR - 150 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
120 lbs x 14 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
120 lbs x 13 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
120 lbs x 12 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][color=orange]Lateral Raise Machine[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
20 lbs x 15 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
20 lbs x 14 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
20 lbs x 13 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=orange]Reverse Pec Dec[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
85 lbs x 17 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest - accidentally did 90 x 14 + 85 x 3
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
85 lbs x 15 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
85 lbs x 14 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]French Press[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
80 lbs x 9.5 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest - messed up the last rep
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
80 lbs x 8 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
80 lbs x 6.5 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest - messed up last rep
[b][color=green]EZ Bar Curl[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
70 lbs x 10 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
70 lbs x 9 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
70 lbs x 8 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
70 lbs x 7 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b]Notes:[/b]
~ 1 hour 50 minutes , but that included tike I spent helping a bro out with bench spotting and tips
I basically went to failure on triceos and biceps today instead of 1 RIR, which isnt the end if the world, but should be noted
[hr][/hr]
[b]Date:[/b] Monday, August 9, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 8 Hours + 2 Hour Nap
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Surplus
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111 g Cheerios ~ 420 calories, 9 g protein, 6 g fat, 9 g fiber
93 g Sunflower Seeds ~ 540 calories, 18 g protein, 48 g fat, 9 g fiber
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
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2 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 240 calories, 48 G protein, 2 g fat
236 ml Blueberry Pomegranate Juice ~ 150 calories, 0 g protein
240 ml Bolthouse Farms Green Goodness Fruit Smoothie ~ 120 calories, 1g protein, 1g fiber
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480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
111 g Cheerios ~ 420 calories, 9 g protein, 6 g fat, 9 g fiber
4x Eggs ~ 240 calories, 24 g protein, 16 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
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1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
15 g Mustard ~ 15 calories
Fish Oil ~ 70 calories, 6 g fat
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Total : 3,040 calories, 208 g protein, 117 g fat, 30 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b]
Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x3
Real Energy Dominator x2
Creatine 5 mg
NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] Well Rested! :D
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Lower Day A[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Training Phase:[/b] Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase
[b][color=orange]Hip Adduction[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
65 lbs x 24 @ 1 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
65 lbs x 22 @ 1 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][color=orange]Hip Abduction[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
75 lbs x 24 @ 1 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
75 lbs x 22 @ 1 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][color=red]Cybex Squat Press[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
270 lbs x 15 @ +15 RIR - 180 s rest
[Warm Up Set 2]
320 lbs x 10 @ 15 RIR - 180 s rest
[Warm Up Set 3]
360 lbs x 6 @ 14 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
450 lbs x 12 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
540 lbs x 6 @ 1 RIR - 240 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
540 lbs x 6 @ 1 RIR - 240 s rest - Ended up being like 8 minutes of rest because a couple bros decided to do strip sets
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
540 lbs x 6 @ 2 RIR - 240 s rest - ended up being like 2 RIR because of the extended rest
[b][color=red]Leg Extension[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
70 lbs x 27 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
70 lbs x 25 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
70 lbs x 23 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][color=blue]45 Degree Back Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
BW x 25 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
BW x 23 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
BW x 21 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][color=blue]Lying Leg Curl[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
50 lbs x 30 @ ?? RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
65 lbs x 15 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest - slow and controlled all the way, no jerking
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
65 lbs x 13 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][color=green]60° Calf Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
135 lbs x 18 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
135 lbs x 13 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest - only 13 reps
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
135 lbs x 11 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
135 lbs x 11 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Hanging Leg Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
BW x 13 Reps @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
BW x 12 Reps @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
BW x 11 Reps @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b]Notes:[/b]
~ 1 hour 20 minutes
Took a bit of time to help some bros out woth strip sets but im happy with the workout overall
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Nice work.
8 hours + a 2 hrs nap sounds glorious lol.
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[QUOTE=Filmbuff81;1644624583]Nice work.
8 hours + a 2 hrs nap sounds glorious lol.[/QUOTE]
You know it brother!
20 mg of melatonin gets me good sleep guaranteed :D
I'm going to try to catch a 3 hour nap some time this week, just need to figure out how I can make that work
Cheers!
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[center][u][b][size=5]Mesocycle 1 - Week 4 - pt. 2[/size][/u]
[I]Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase[/i][/b][/center]
[hr][/hr]
[b]Date:[/b] Tuesday, August 10, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 8 Hours
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Surplus
—
-Split throughout the day-
Vegetable Medley (Broccoli, Spinach, Kale, Sweet Potatoes, Red Potatoes, Carrots, Butternut Squash, Shiitake, Baby Bella, Oyster Mushrooms) ~ 916.605 calories, 46.229 g protein, 1.183 g fat, 36.8325 g fiber
—
4x Eggs ~ 240 calories, 24 g protein, 16 g fat
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
—
2 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 240 calories, 48 G protein, 2 g fat
236 ml Blueberry Pomegranate Juice ~ 150 calories, 0 g protein
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
1 Scoop Gold Standard Isolate Protein ~ 100 calories, 25 G protein
Isopure Collagen ~ 45 calories, 10 g protein
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
31 g Lightly Salted Dry Roasted Peanuts ~ 180 calories, 8 g protein, 16 g fat, 3 g fiber
31 g Lightly Salted Dry Roasted Peanuts ~ 180 calories, 8 g protein, 16 g fat, 3 g fiber
—
Fit 40 ~ 150 caloroes, 30 g protein, 2 g fat
Isopure Infusions ~ 90 calories, 20 g protein
31 g Lightly Salted Dry Roasted Peanuts ~ 180 calories, 8 g protein, 16 g fat, 3 g fiber
Fish Oil ~ 70 calories, 6 g fat
—
Total : 3,066.605 calories, 277.229 g protein, 91.183 g fat, 46.8325 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b]
Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x3
Real Energy Dominator x2
Creatine 5 g
NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] Pretty Good
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Upper Day B[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Training Phase:[/b] Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase
[b][color=orange]Egyptian Cable Lateral Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
5 lbs x 26 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
5 lbs x 24 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
5 lbs x 22 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
5 lbs x 20 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 5][/b]
5 lbs x 18 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][color=orange]One Arm Face Pulls[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
10 lbs x 17 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
10 lbs x 15 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
10 lbs x 13 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
10 lbs x 12 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 5][/b]
10 lbs x 12 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][color=green]French Press[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
80 lbs x 12 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest - slow and controlled
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
80 lbs x 9 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
80 lbs x 8 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Tricep Pushdown[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
40 lbs x 18 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
40 lbs x 17 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
40 lbs x 16 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]EZ Bar Curl[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
70 lbs x 12 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
70 lbs x 8 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
70 lbs x 7 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
70 lbs x 6 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Preacher EZ Bar Curl[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
40 lbs x 14 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
40 lbs x 13 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
40 lbs x 12 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b]Notes:[/b]
~ 1 hour 15 minutes
Everything is trashed
I could see doing more triceps, biceps, and rear delts, but I dont know how I would increase sets for side delts.
Okay, here's an idea going forward.
Superset:
side delt exercise
rear delt exercise
It may not be optimal for side delt hypertrophy, but it's the only way I can imagine fitting more volume in. The problem is that once I get to 4+ sets of side delts, I can feel my acromion start to ache, and I don't want any AC issues. If I mix in rear delt work, the aching doesn't seem to happen. So yeah, going forward, I'm just going to switch back and forth between side delt and rear delt exercises.
[hr][/hr]
[b]Date:[/b] Wednesday, August 11, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 8 Hours + 1 Hour nap
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Surplus
—
-Split throughout the day-
Vegetable Medley (Broccoli, Spinach, Kale, Sweet Potatoes, Red Potatoes, Carrots, Butternut Squash, Shiitake, Baby Bella, Oyster Mushrooms) ~ 500 calories, 25.218 g protein, 0.645 g fat, 20.092 g fiber
—
2 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 240 calories, 48 G protein, 2 g fat
236 ml Blueberry Pomegranate Juice ~ 150 calories, 0 g protein
31 g Lightly Salted Dry Roasted Peanuts ~ 180 calories, 8 g protein, 16 g fat, 3 g fiber
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
4x Eggs ~ 240 calories, 24 g protein, 16 g fat
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
—
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
31 g Lightly Salted Dry Roasted Peanuts ~ 180 calories, 8 g protein, 16 g fat, 3 g fiber
31 g Lightly Salted Dry Roasted Peanuts ~ 180 calories, 8 g protein, 16 g fat, 3 g fiber
—
240 ml Bolthouse Farms Green Goodness Fruit Smoothie ~ 120 calories, 1g protein, 1g fiber
240 ml Bolthouse Farms Green Goodness Fruit Smoothie ~ 120 calories, 1g protein, 1g fiber
1 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 120 calories, 24 G protein, 1 g fat
1 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 120 calories, 24 G protein, 1 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
Fish Oil ~ 70 calories, 6 g fat
—
Total : 3,025 calories, 247.218 g protein, 104.645 g fat, 32.092 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b]
Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x3
Real Energy Dominator x2
Creatine 5 mg
NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] Well Rested
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Lower Day B[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Training Phase:[/b] Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase
[b][color=orange]Hip Adduction[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
65 lbs x 24 @ 1 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
65 lbs x 22 @ 1 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
65 lbs x 20 @ 1 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][color=orange]Hip Abduction[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
75 lbs x 24 @ 1 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
75 lbs x 22 @ 1 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
75 lbs x 20 @ 1 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][color=green]60° Calf Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
135 lbs x 21 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
135 lbs x 16 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
135 lbs x 13 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
135 lbs x 12 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Seated Calf Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
45 lbs x 14 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
45 lbs x 13 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
45 lbs x 12 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Hanging Leg Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
BW x 15 Reps @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
BW x 12 Reps @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
BW x 11 Reps @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Decline Ab Crunch[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
25 lbs x 18 Reps @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
25 lbs x 12 Reps @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
25 lbs x 11 Reps @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b]Notes:[/b]
~ 45 minutes
[hr][/hr]
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[center][u][b][size=5]Mesocycle 1 - Week 4 - pt. 3[/size][/u]
[I]Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase[/i][/b][/center]
[hr][/hr]
[b]Date:[/b] Thursday, August 12, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 6 Hours + 2.5 hour nap
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Surplus
—
-Split throughout the day-
Vegetable Medley (Broccoli, Spinach, Kale, Sweet Potatoes, Red Potatoes, Carrots, Butternut Squash, Shiitake, Baby Bella, Oyster Mushrooms) ~ 416.605 calories, 21.011 g protein, 0.538 g fat, 16.7405 g fiber
—
2 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 240 calories, 48 G protein, 2 g fat
236 ml Blueberry Pomegranate Juice ~ 150 calories, 0 g protein
31 g Lightly Salted Dry Roasted Peanuts ~ 180 calories, 8 g protein, 16 g fat, 3 g fiber
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
4x Eggs ~ 240 calories, 24 g protein, 16 g fat
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
—
240 ml Bolthouse Farms Green Goodness Fruit Smoothie ~ 120 calories, 1g protein, 1g fiber
240 ml Bolthouse Farms Green Goodness Fruit Smoothie ~ 120 calories, 1g protein, 1g fiber
1 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 120 calories, 24 G protein, 1 g fat
1 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 120 calories, 24 G protein, 1 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
31 g Lightly Salted Dry Roasted Peanuts ~ 180 calories, 8 g protein, 16 g fat, 3 g fiber
31 g Lightly Salted Dry Roasted Peanuts ~ 180 calories, 8 g protein, 16 g fat, 3 g fiber
Fish Oil ~ 70 calories, 6 g fat
—
Total : 3,061.605 calories, 243.011 g protein, 104.538 g fat, 28.7405 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b]
Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x3
Real Energy Dominator x2
Creatine 5 g
NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] Not Terrible
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Upper Day C[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Training Phase:[/b] Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase
[b][color=blue]Pull Down Wide Pronate Grip[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
100 lbs x 14 @ 10 RIR - 90 s rest
[Warm Up Set 2]
BW x 3 @ 6 RIR - 90 s rest (wide grip pull ups to chest)
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
140 lbs x 11 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
140 lbs x 10 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
140 lbs x 9 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
140 lbs x 8 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=blue]Chest Supported T-Bar Row Close Neutral Grip[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
70 lbs x 4 @ 10 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
70 lbs x 13 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
70 lbs x 12 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
70 lbs x 11 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
70 lbs x 10 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=red]Incline Barbell Bench Press[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1] (25 lbs + 10 lbs)
115 lbs x 10 @ 10 RIR - 120 s rest
[Warm Up Set 2] (45 lbs + 10 lbs + 5 lbs)
165 lbs x 2 @ 6 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b] (45 lbs + 10 lbs)
155 lbs x 8 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
155 lbs x 7 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
155 lbs x 6 @ 1 RIR + 16x 10 lb cable face pulls - 180 s rest
[b][color=red]Hammer Strength ISO Decline Chest Press[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
70 lbs x 10 @ 10 RIR + 14x 10 lb cable face pulls - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
80 lbs x 15 @ 1 RIR + 12x 10 lb cable face pulls - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
80 lbs x 9 @ 1 RIR + 10x 10 lb cable face pulls - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
80 lbs x 9@ 1 RIR + 10x 10 lb cable face pulls - 120 s rest
[b][color=orange]Lateral Raise ISO Machine[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
20 lbs x 15 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
20 lbs x 14 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
20 lbs x 13 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
-Superset-
[b][color=orange]Reverse Pec Dec[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
85 lbs x 17 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
85 lbs x 15 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
85 lbs x 13 @ 1 RIR - 8 minutes woop s rest
[b][color=green]Tricep Pushdown[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
40 lbs x 30 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
40 lbs x 24 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
40 lbs x 20 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Preacher EZ Bar Curl[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
40 lbs x 20 @ 1 RIR - 90 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
40 lbs x 18 @ 1 RIR - 90 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
40 lbs x 16 @ 1 RIR - 90 s rest
[b]Notes:[/b]
~ 1 hour 30 minutes
Shortened up rest times & superset shoulder isos to save time, but lost time talking with a bro and waiting for an incline bench, probably a wash in time saved / spent.
I increased weight on incline bench, finally it feels challenging and need to plant my feet, feel my upper pecs working finally, I can definitely see myself getting more sets of incline in without a problem.
Major strength dropoff on iso decline machine. It may be due to shorter rest times, harder intensity on incline bench preceding it. Also set the seat height on lowest setting, feels deeper stretch. It may be from trashing my triceps on Upper Day B. It could be some combination of all of the above. The important part is that I was pushing from my chest, not forcing bad form, and it felt really good chest activation. I'm not a weightlifting, I'm a bodybuilder, so I don't really care too much about missing some reps today. The RIR was there.
Honestly, I feel like today's workout was amazing. I think all my muscles got worked enough to grow. Lat, Mid Back, Upper Chest, Lower Chest, Shoulders, Biceps, Triceps, everything is going to grow and I feel amazing.
Only possible injury is my left forearm feels a little funny sometimes, but I can work through it for now. If it continues to be a problem I'll adjust my curls to hammer curls or something.
[hr][/hr]
[b]Date:[/b] Friday, August 13, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 9.5 Hours + 1 hour nap
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Surplus
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111 g Cheerios ~ 420 calories, 9 g protein, 6 g fat, 9 g fiber
93 g Sunflower Seeds ~ 540 calories, 18 g protein, 48 g fat, 9 g fiber
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
2 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 240 calories, 48 G protein, 2 g fat
240 ml Naked Juice Blue Machine ~ 170 calories, 1 g protein, 1 g fiber
240 ml Naked Juice Green Machine ~ 140 calories, 2g protein, 2 g fiber
—
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
111 g Cheerios ~ 420 calories, 9 g protein, 6 g fat, 9 g fiber
—
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
20 g Mustard ~ 20 calories
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
4x Eggs ~ 240 calories, 24 g protein, 16 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
Fish Oil ~ 70 calories, 6 g fat
—
Total : 3,055 calories, 210 g protein, 116 g fat, 31 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b]
Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x3
Real Energy Dominator x2
Creatine 5 mg
NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] Well Rested But Sore
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Lower Day C[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Training Phase:[/b] Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase
[b][color=orange]Hip Adduction[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
65 lbs x 24 @ 1 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
65 lbs x 22 @ 1 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][color=orange]Hip Abduction[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
75 lbs x 24 @ 1 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
75 lbs x 22 @ 1 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][color=red]Cybex Squat Press[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
270 lbs x 15 @ +15 RIR - 120 s rest
[Warm Up Set 2]
360 lbs x 10 @ 10 RIR - 120 s rest
[Warm Up Set 3]
450 lbs x 3 @ 10 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
540 lbs x 8 @ 1 RIR - 240 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
540 lbs x 7 @ 1 RIR - 240 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
540 lbs x 6 @ 1 RIR - 240 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
540 lbs x 6 @ 1 RIR - 240 s rest
[b][color=red]Leg Extension[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
70 lbs x 27 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
70 lbs x 25 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
70 lbs x 23 @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=blue]45 Degree Back Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
BW x 25 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
BW x 23 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
BW x 21 @ 1 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][color=blue]Lying Leg Curl[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
65 lbs x 17 @ 2 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
65 lbs x 15 @ 2 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
65 lbs x 13 @ 2 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][color=green]Seated Calf Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
45 lbs x 17 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
45 lbs x 15 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
45 lbs x 13 @ 2 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Decline Ab Crunch[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
25 lbs x 18 Reps @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
25 lbs x 16 Reps @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
25 lbs x 14 Reps @ 1 RIR - 120 s rest
[b]Notes:[/b]
~ 1 hour 25 minutes
Lying leg curls, coupd have gone harder, but im still getting used to the movement. I figured it was challenging enough.
Could have gone harder on seated calf raises but good enough, dont want to accidentally hurt myself. Plemty of time to ramp up.
Today I could tell my body needed more rest, I think I'm going to get some gains in, so I'm going to try to sleep a lot tomorrow. Maybe 10/11 hours.
[hr][/hr]
[b]Date:[/b] Saturday, August 14, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 5 Hours
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Surplus
—
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
111 g Cheerios ~ 420 calories, 9 g protein, 6 g fat, 9 g fiber
—
111 g Cheerios ~ 420 calories, 9 g protein, 6 g fat, 9 g fiber
93 g Sunflower Seeds ~ 540 calories, 18 g protein, 48 g fat, 9 g fiber
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
2 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 240 calories, 48 G protein, 2 g fat
240 ml Naked Juice Blue Machine ~ 170 calories, 1 g protein, 1 g fiber
240 ml Naked Juice Green Machine ~ 140 calories, 2g protein, 2 g fiber
—
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
20 g Mustard ~ 20 calories
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
4x Eggs ~ 240 calories, 24 g protein, 16 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
Fish Oil ~ 70 calories, 6 g fat
—
Total : 3,055 calories, 210 g protein, 116 g fat, 31 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b]
Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x3
Real Energy Dominator x2
Creatine 5 mg
NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] Lazy Day
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Rest Day[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Notes:[/b]
Trying to rest and recover as much as possible today.
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[center][u][b][size=5]Mesocycle 1 - Week 5[/size][/u]
[I]Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase[/i][/b][/center]
[hr][/hr]
[b]Date:[/b] Sunday, August 15, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 9 Hours
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Surplus
-
111 g Cheerios ~ 420 calories, 9 g protein, 6 g fat, 9 g fiber
93 g Sunflower Seeds ~ 540 calories, 18 g protein, 48 g fat, 9 g fiber
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
2 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 240 calories, 48 G protein, 2 g fat
240 ml Naked Juice Blue Machine ~ 170 calories, 1 g protein, 1 g fiber
240 ml Naked Juice Green Machine ~ 140 calories, 2g protein, 2 g fiber
—
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
111 g Cheerios ~ 420 calories, 9 g protein, 6 g fat, 9 g fiber
4x Eggs ~ 240 calories, 24 g protein, 16 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
20 g Mustard ~ 20 calories
Fish Oil ~ 70 calories, 6 g fat
—
Total : 3,055 calories, 210 g protein, 116 g fat, 31 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b]
Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x3
Real Energy Dominator x2
Creatine 5 g
NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] Good
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Upper Day A[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Training Phase:[/b] Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase
[b][color=red]Bench Press[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1] [b](45 lbs + 10 lbs)[/b]
155 lbs x 10 @ 10 RIR + 16x 10 lb cable face pulls - 120 s rest
[Warm Up Set 2] [b](45 lbs + 25 lbs)[/b]
185 lbs x 4 @ 10 RIR + 14x 10 lb cable face pulls - 120 s rest
[Warm Up Set 3] [b](45 lbs + 45 lbs)[/b]
225 lbs x 2 @ 5 RIR + 12x 10 lb cable face pulls - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b] [b](45 lbs + 25 lbs + 10 lbs + 5 lbs)[/b]
215 lbs x 10 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
215 lbs x 7 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
215 lbs x 5 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
215 lbs x 4 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][color=red]DB Incline Bench Press[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
45 lbs x 8 @ 10 RIR + 10x 10 lb cable face pulls - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
45 lbs x 20 @ 0 RIR + 10x 10 lb cable face pulls - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
45 lbs x 15 @ 0 RIR + 10x 10 lb cable face pulls - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
45 lbs x 12 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][color=blue]Chest Supported T-Bar Row Wide Pronate Grip[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
70 lbs x 10 @ 10 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
90 lbs x 13 @ 0 RIR - 150 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
90 lbs x 11 @ 0 RIR - 150 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
90 lbs x 9 @ 0 RIR - 150 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
90 lbs x 8 @ 0 RIR - 150 s rest
[b][Work Set 5][/b]
90 lbs x 8 @ 0 RIR - 150 s rest
[b][color=blue]Pull Down 14'' Neutral Grip[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
100 lbs x 14 @ 10 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
120 lbs x 18 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
120 lbs x 15 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
120 lbs x 14 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
120 lbs x 13 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][color=orange]Lateral Raise Machine[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
20 lbs x 21 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
20 lbs x 15 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
20 lbs x 14 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
20 lbs x 12 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
-SuperSet-
[b][color=orange]Reverse Pec Dec[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
85 lbs x 18 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
85 lbs x 16 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
85 lbs x 14 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
85 lbs x 12 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]French Press[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
80 lbs x 10 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
80 lbs x 9 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
80 lbs x 7 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
80 lbs x 7 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
-SuperSet-
[b][color=green]EZ Bar Curl[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
70 lbs x 11 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
70 lbs x 9 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
70 lbs x 6 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
70 lbs x 6 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b]Notes:[/b]
~ 1 hour 55 minutes
Fun workout going all out. First sets were strong and then tons of dropoff from fatigue I guess.
The only exercise I'm not sure about is DB Incline Bench Press. I'm not sure I'm hitting my upper pecs with enough activation.
I think what I may do is replace Flat Barbell Bench Press with Incline Barbell Bench Press. And then I will replace DB Incline Bench Press with Hammer Strength ISO Chest Press.
This would have me performing Incline Barbell Bench Press twice a week, so lose out on variation, but I know it works, so I'll do what works at the cost of variation for now.
[hr][/hr]
[b]Date:[/b] Monday, August 9, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 9 Hours
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Surplus
-
111 g Cheerios ~ 420 calories, 9 g protein, 6 g fat, 9 g fiber
93 g Sunflower Seeds ~ 540 calories, 18 g protein, 48 g fat, 9 g fiber
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
2 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 240 calories, 48 G protein, 2 g fat
240 ml Naked Juice Blue Machine ~ 170 calories, 1 g protein, 1 g fiber
240 ml Naked Juice Green Machine ~ 140 calories, 2g protein, 2 g fiber
—
480 ml Milk ~ 160 calories, 26 g protein
111 g Cheerios ~ 420 calories, 9 g protein, 6 g fat, 9 g fiber
—
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1x Tilapia ~ 110 calories, 23 g protein, 2 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
20 g Mustard ~ 20 calories
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
4x Eggs ~ 240 calories, 24 g protein, 16 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
Fish Oil ~ 70 calories, 6 g fat
—
Total : 3,055 calories, 210 g protein, 116 g fat, 31 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b]
Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x3
Real Energy Dominator x2
Creatine 5 mg
NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] Good
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Lower Day A[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Training Phase:[/b] Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase
[b][color=orange]Hip Adduction[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
65 lbs x 30 @ 0 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
65 lbs x 28 @ 0 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][color=orange]Hip Abduction[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
75 lbs x 30 @ 0 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
75 lbs x 28 @ 0 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][color=red]Cybex Squat Press[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
270 lbs x 15 @ +15 RIR - 180 s rest
[Warm Up Set 2]
360 lbs x 10 @ 10 RIR - 180 s rest
[Warm Up Set 3]
450 lbs x 3 @ 10 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
540 lbs x 10 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
540 lbs x 9 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
540 lbs x 8 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
540 lbs x 7 @ 0 RIR - 240 s rest
[b][color=red]Leg Extension[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
70 lbs x 30 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
70 lbs x 27 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
70 lbs x 24 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
70 lbs x 22 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][color=blue]45 Degree Back Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
BW x 26 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
BW x 24 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
BW x 20 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest - dropoff
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
BW x 19 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][color=blue]Lying Leg Curl[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
65 lbs x 24 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
65 lbs x 20 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
65 lbs x 15 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest - no more
[b][color=green]60° Calf Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
135 lbs x 22 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
135 lbs x 15 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest - major dropoff
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
135 lbs x 12 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
135 lbs x 11 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Hanging Leg Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
BW x 16 Reps @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
BW x 13 Reps @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
BW x 12 Reps @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
BW x 10 Reps @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b]Notes:[/b]
~ 1 hour 45 minutes
The 45 degree back raises fried my hamstrings before leg curls.
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[center][u][b][size=5]Mesocycle 1 - Week 5 - pt. 2[/size][/u]
[I]Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase[/i][/b][/center]
[hr][/hr]
[b]Date:[/b] Tuesday, August 17, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 7 Hours
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Surplus
—
4x Eggs ~ 240 calories, 24 g protein, 16 g fat
2x Tilapia ~ 220 calories, 46 g protein, 4 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
2 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 240 calories, 48 G protein, 2 g fat
240 ml Naked Juice Blue Machine ~ 170 calories, 1 g protein, 1 g fiber
240 ml Naked Juice Green Machine ~ 140 calories, 2g protein, 2 g fiber
—
1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
1x Sirloin, Avocado, Cheese w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 340 calories, 19 g protein, 17 g fat, 4 g fiber
1x Sirloin, Avocado, Cheese w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 340 calories, 19 g protein, 17 g fat, 4 g fiber
1x Sirloin, Avocado, Cheese w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 340 calories, 19 g protein, 17 g fat, 4 g fiber
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
1x Sirloin, Avocado, Cheese w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 340 calories, 19 g protein, 17 g fat, 4 g fiber
Fish Oil ~ 70 calories, 6 g fat
—
Total : 3,175 calories, 246 g protein, 136 g fat, 26 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b]
Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x3
Real Energy Dominator x2
Creatine 5 g
NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] Tired
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Upper Day B[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Training Phase:[/b] Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase
[b][color=orange]Egyptian Cable Lateral Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
5 lbs x 30 @ 0 RIR - 0 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
5 lbs x 24 @ 0 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
5 lbs x 20 @ 0 RIR - 60 s rest
-Superset-
[b][color=orange]One Arm Face Pulls[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
10 lbs x 14 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
10 lbs x 14 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
10 lbs x 13 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][color=orange]Lateral Raise Machine[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
20 lbs x 16 @ 0 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
20 lbs x 15 @ 0 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
20 lbs x 15 @ 0 RIR - 60 s rest
-Superset-
[b][color=orange]Reverse Pec Dec[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
85 lbs x 26 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
85 lbs x 24 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
85 lbs x 20 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]French Press[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
80 lbs x 10 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
80 lbs x 8 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
80 lbs x 6 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
80 lbs x 6 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Tricep Pushdown[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
40 lbs x 24 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
40 lbs x 17 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
40 lbs x 15 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]EZ Bar Curl[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
70 lbs x 13 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
70 lbs x 8 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
70 lbs x 6 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
70 lbs x 7 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][color=green]Preacher EZ Bar Curl[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
40 lbs x 21 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
40 lbs x 19 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
40 lbs x 17 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
40 lbs x 15 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b]Notes:[/b]
~ 1 hour 20 minutes
Terrible quality sleep last night. Don't feel great today, but it's fun arms day, so I'll power through it :)
Noticeable dropoff in strength today, just an off day. Deload coming soon.
Left elbow flare up during ez bar curls, so I'll need to do something else for biceps.
For the next mesocycle, I think I will change it up a bit.
I like the shoulder parts to this day, except I think I need more rest in between those sets.
To fix this flare up, I want to get ride of the source. I'm not sure what the source is. So maybe change it all up a bit?
French Press - no problems with elbows, I keep my arms moving perpendicular to the floor, strict form, so no elbow pain there at all. Zero.
Tricep Pushdowns - This could be problematic, I'll switch it out for dips. I know I can keep good form with dips, so shouldn't be any issues with elbow pain there.
EZ Bar Curl - It sucks because this is a big bicep movement, but I guess I'll switch this out for either hammer curls or some type of chin up? Maybe even close grip neutral chin up? The only reason I would avoid chin ups is because of how much systemic fatigue it adds. I think I could risk adding chin ups on the third (final) mesocycle, but adding them to the second mesocycle would risk frying me out too early? So, I think the best option would be to perform DB hammer curls for the next Meso.
Preacher Curl - I can switch this out for bayesian cable curls, same same but different. Maybe it'll work better for me.
[hr][/hr]
[b]Date:[/b] Wednesday, August 18, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 9 Hours
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Surplus
—
2x Tilapia ~ 220 calories, 46 g protein, 4 g fat
100 g Tortilla Chips ~ 469 calories, 7 g protein, 20.8 g fat, 5.4 g fiber
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
2 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 240 calories, 48 G protein, 2 g fat
240 ml Naked Juice Blue Machine ~ 170 calories, 1 g protein, 1 g fiber
240 ml Naked Juice Green Machine ~ 140 calories, 2g protein, 2 g fiber
—
1x Sirloin, Avocado, Cheese w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 340 calories, 19 g protein, 17 g fat, 4 g fiber
1x Sirloin, Avocado, Cheese w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 340 calories, 19 g protein, 17 g fat, 4 g fiber
1x Sirloin, Avocado, Cheese w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 340 calories, 19 g protein, 17 g fat, 4 g fiber
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
—
1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
Fish Oil ~ 70 calories, 6 g fat
—
Total : 3,124 calories, 234 g protein, 113.8 g fat, 28.4 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b]
Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x3
Real Energy Dominator x2
Creatine 5 mg
NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] Good
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Lower Day B[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Training Phase:[/b] Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase
[b][color=orange]Hip Adduction[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
65 lbs x 30 @ 0 RIR - 0 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
65 lbs x 28 @ 0 RIR - 0 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
65 lbs x 26 @ 0 RIR - 0 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
65 lbs x 24 @ 0 RIR - 0 s rest
[b][color=orange]Hip Abduction[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
75 lbs x 30 @ 0 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
75 lbs x 28 @ 0 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
75 lbs x 26 @ 0 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
75 lbs x 24 @ 0 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][color=green]60° Calf Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
135 lbs x 22 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
135 lbs x 16 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
135 lbs x 14 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
135 lbs x 14 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Seated Calf Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
45 lbs x 16 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
45 lbs x 14 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
45 lbs x 14 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
45 lbs x 14 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Hanging Leg Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
BW x 18 Reps @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
BW x 16 Reps @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
BW x 14 Reps @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
BW x 12 Reps @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Decline Ab Crunch[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
25 lbs x 20 Reps @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
25 lbs x 17 Reps @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
25 lbs x 15 Reps @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
25 lbs x 13 Reps @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b]Notes:[/b]
~ 1 hour
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[center][u][b][size=5]Mesocycle 1 - Week 5 - pt. 3[/size][/u]
[I]Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase[/i][/b][/center]
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[b]Date:[/b] Thursday, August 19, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 7.5 Hours + 2 Hour Nap
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Surplus
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2x Tilapia ~ 220 calories, 46 g protein, 4 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
240 ml Naked Juice Blue Machine ~ 170 calories, 1 g protein, 1 g fiber
240 ml Naked Juice Green Machine ~ 140 calories, 2g protein, 2 g fiber
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
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2 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 240 calories, 48 G protein, 2 g fat
240 ml Naked Juice Blue Machine ~ 170 calories, 1 g protein, 1 g fiber
240 ml Naked Juice Green Machine ~ 140 calories, 2g protein, 2 g fiber
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1x Sirloin, Avocado, Cheese w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 340 calories, 19 g protein, 17 g fat, 4 g fiber
1x Sirloin, Avocado, Cheese w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 340 calories, 19 g protein, 17 g fat, 4 g fiber
1x Sirloin, Avocado, Cheese w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 340 calories, 19 g protein, 17 g fat, 4 g fiber
1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
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1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
Fish Oil ~ 70 calories, 6 g fat
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Total : 3,145 calories, 230 g protein, 129.8 g fat, 28 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b]
Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x3
Real Energy Dominator x2
Creatine 5 g
NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] Well Rested!
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Upper Day C[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Training Phase:[/b] Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase
[b][color=blue]Pull Down Wide Pronate Grip[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
100 lbs x 14 @ 10 RIR - 90 s rest
[Warm Up Set 2]
BW x 3 @ 6 RIR - 90 s rest (wide grip pull ups to chest)
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
140 lbs x 14 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
140 lbs x 13 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
140 lbs x 10 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
140 lbs x 10 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 5][/b]
140 lbs x 10 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=blue]Chest Supported T-Bar Row Close Neutral Grip[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
70 lbs x 4 @ 10 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
70 lbs x 16 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
70 lbs x 11 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
70 lbs x 11 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
70 lbs x 11 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=red]Incline Barbell Bench Press[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1] (25 lbs + 10 lbs)
135 lbs x 6 @ 10 RIR - 120 s rest
[Warm Up Set 2] (45 lbs + 10 lbs + 5 lbs)
165 lbs x 2 @ 6 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b] (45 lbs + 10 lbs)
155 lbs x 10 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest - got an extra rep but it was m9re of a hip thrust on the 11th so im not counting it
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
155 lbs x 6 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest - major dropoff
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
155 lbs x 4 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest - keep dropping hard
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
155 lbs x 4 @ 0 RIR + 16x 10 lb cable face pulls - 180 s rest
[b][color=red]Hammer Strength ISO Decline Chest Press[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
70 lbs x 10 @ 10 RIR + 14x 10 lb cable face pulls - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
80 lbs x 15 @ 0 RIR + 12x 10 lb cable face pulls - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
80 lbs x 11 @ 0 RIR + 12x 10 lb cable face pulls - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
80 lbs x 11@ 0 RIR + 10x 10 lb cable face pulls - 180 s rest
[b][color=orange]Lateral Raise ISO Machine[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
20 lbs x 20 @ 0 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
20 lbs x 14 @ 1 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
20 lbs x 12 @ 1 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
20 lbs x 11 @ 1 RIR - 60 s rest
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[b][color=orange]Reverse Pec Dec[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
85 lbs x 22 @ 1 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
85 lbs x 18 @ 1 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
85 lbs x 14 @ 1 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
85 lbs x 13 @ 1 RIR - 60 s rest
[b][color=green]Tricep Pushdown[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
42.5 lbs x 28 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
42.5 lbs x 18 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
42.5 lbs x 16 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
42.5 lbs x 14 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Hammer Strength Seated Bicep[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
45 lbs x 18 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
45 lbs x 10 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest - major dropoff but good bicrp feel
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
45 lbs x 8 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
45 lbs x 7 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b]Notes:[/b]
~ 1 hour 50 minutes
Incline Barbell Bench was trash today. Didnt feel upper pecs. My RC felt like it was tearing. And i was stuck at 4 rep sets at the end. Garbage. I'll probably swap it out with either a machine or dumbbells.
Tried the preacher curl freeweight machine, it was amazing. Way less forearm pain, good bicep concentration.
I discovered a hammer strength incline machine hidden in the gym, im very very very happy now. I'm PROBABLY going to overdo it and use that machine twice a week from here on out because it feels so hecking good. I thought about incline cable flys... but I think for my programming needs I'll be better suited with this machine instead.
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[b]Date:[/b] Friday, August 20, 2021
[b]Sleep:[/b] 6 Hours + 3 Hour Nap
[b]Diet:[/b] Calorie Surplus
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2x Tilapia ~ 220 calories, 46 g protein, 4 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
1 TBSP Olive Oil ~ 120 calories, 14 g fat
4 oz Pico de Gallo ~ 8.5 calories, 0.5 g fiber
240 ml Naked Juice Blue Machine ~ 170 calories, 1 g protein, 1 g fiber
240 ml Naked Juice Green Machine ~ 140 calories, 2g protein, 2 g fiber
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
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2 Scoop Gold Standard Whey Protein ~ 240 calories, 48 G protein, 2 g fat
240 ml Naked Juice Blue Machine ~ 170 calories, 1 g protein, 1 g fiber
240 ml Naked Juice Green Machine ~ 140 calories, 2g protein, 2 g fiber
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1x Sirloin, Avocado, Cheese w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 340 calories, 19 g protein, 17 g fat, 4 g fiber
1x Sirloin, Avocado, Cheese w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 340 calories, 19 g protein, 17 g fat, 4 g fiber
1x Sirloin, Avocado, Cheese w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 340 calories, 19 g protein, 17 g fat, 4 g fiber
1 Scoop Orange Triad ~ 7.5 calories, 0.5 g protein, 0.5 g fiber
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1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
1x Sirloin Tacos w/ Corn Tortilla ~ 210 calories, 24 g protein, 5 g fat, 2 g fiber
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
1 oz Spicy Avocado Sauce ~ 30 calories, 1 g fat, 1g fiber
Fish Oil ~ 70 calories, 6 g fat
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Total : 3,093.5 calories, 230 g protein, 127.8 g fat, 26.5 g fiber
[b]Supplements:[/b]
Aggressive Strength Testosterone Booster x3
Real Energy Dominator x2
Creatine 5 mg
NAC 600 mg
[b]Energy Level:[/b] Not Bad
[b]Workout:[/b] [size=4][color=Blue][b][u]Lower Day C[/u][/b][/color][/size]
[b]Training Phase:[/b] Ramping To Maximum Adaptive Volume Phase
[b][color=orange]Hip Adduction[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
65 lbs x 30 @ 0 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
65 lbs x 28 @ 0 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][color=orange]Hip Abduction[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
75 lbs x 30 @ 0 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
75 lbs x 28 @ 0 RIR - 30 s rest
[b][color=red]Cybex Squat Press[/color][/b]
[Warm Up Set 1]
270 lbs x 15 @ +15 RIR - 180 s rest
[Warm Up Set 2]
360 lbs x 10 @ 10 RIR - 180 s rest
[Warm Up Set 3]
450 lbs x 3 @ 10 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
540 lbs x 11 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
540 lbs x 10 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
540 lbs x 8 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
540 lbs x 7 @ 0 RIR - 240 s rest
[b][color=red]Leg Extension[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
70 lbs x 30 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
70 lbs x 27 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
70 lbs x 25 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
70 lbs x 23 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][color=blue]45 Degree Back Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
BW x 26 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
BW x 24 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
BW x 22 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
BW x 20 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][color=blue]Lying Leg Curl[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
65 lbs x 24 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
65 lbs x 22 @ 0 RIR - 240 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
65 lbs x 20 @ 0 RIR - 180 s rest
[b][color=green]Seated Calf Raise[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
45 lbs x 24 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
45 lbs x 16 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
45 lbs x 14 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
45 lbs x 14 @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][color=green]Decline Ab Crunch[/color][/b]
[b][Work Set 1][/b]
25 lbs x 20 Reps @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 2][/b]
25 lbs x 18 Reps @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 3][/b]
25 lbs x 16 Reps @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b][Work Set 4][/b]
25 lbs x 14 Reps @ 0 RIR - 120 s rest
[b]Notes:[/b]
~ 1 hour 55 minutes
My left leg almost buckled backwards on one of the last reps of cybex squat press. Scary but no damage at all. I caught it just in time I guess.
Back Raises after quads is painful. My quads are so pumped up with blood that it hurts to rest them on the 45 degree extension pads.
I was really struggling on lying leg curls. I had to take a couple of seconds to breathe between each rep. Was rough but powering through it anyway.
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