84 Days of Clear Muscle by MuscleTech

[necrologic]

For Friday I didn't do workouts because I didn't want to be sore for the weekend. I did "squats" and "deadlifts" over the weekend from moving furniture. We rearranged most of my house and brought me things in. I now have a man cave which is awesome. And my child has a new play area that isn't near my big tv haha.

Sorry for the late update though.
Just been very busy with things. I will he updating tonight though for today's workout.

[Marshall28]

Life happens man! Good Luck with your session today!!

[necrologic]

Monday

Workout Time : 55 min
BARBELL SQUAT
3 sets of 8-12 reps, 60 sec. rest
BARBELL BENCH PRESS
3 sets of 8-12 reps, 60 sec. rest
BARBELL DEADLIFT
3 sets of 8-12 reps, 60 sec. rest
PULL UPS
3 sets of 8-12 reps, 60 sec. rest
DUMBBELL SHOULDER PRESS
3 sets of 8-12 reps, 60 sec. rest
BARBELL CURL
3 sets of 8-12 reps, 60 sec. rest

I'm so glad I was picked for this log. Not just because of the product, but it's been forcing me to keep a more accurate track on things. It's been awhile since I've had to do such a long log.

I've figured out why my gains have sucked over the past few. My macros are so sporadic that my body is too confused what to do. I need to buckle down and get my macros consistent day to day. Not one day low protein and the next day on target.

I did my macros for yesterday, and needless to say, they are very horrid compared to others. I even though I ate a lot. But when your only 2/3 of every macro needed consumed that day it feels bad man.

This is why so many HIGHLY recommended tracking and consistently. Not just every now and then. I hope this helps someone.

As for my workout it was pretty good. Hurt my back a little so I need to tone down the back lifts a tad. I realized I've been doing more these past few weeks than the program ask for. Like on pull ups you're only supposed to do one set. I always did 3. Same thing for something else too I can't remember. Then again I don't do dip so maybe that makes up for it.

[yoojungl]

I agree with counting macros consistently. I've tried intuitive eating before, but I always go back to counting. I tend to underestimate my protein intake, and when my main focus is powerlifting, it's critical for me to make sure I'm eating enough for my lifts.

Nice workout needless to say~

[Marshall28]

I count on the weekdays and tend to intuitive eat on the weekend. Seems to be working so far.

[necrologic]

I agree with counting macros consistently. I've tried intuitive eating before, but I always go back to counting. I tend to underestimate my protein intake, and when my main focus is powerlifting, it's critical for me to make sure I'm eating enough for my lifts.

Nice workout needless to say~

I count on the weekdays and tend to intuitive eat on the weekend. Seems to be working so far.

So do you two plan out your days in advanced like on a tracker so you know you'll hit your macros each day? I'm thinking that's the way to go is to preplan.

[necrologic]

I'm just going to link this article here.

It's fantastic and covers many of my weak points. Sad thing is I knew this knowledge already. Just having the strength and discipline to apply them is key.

https://www.bodybuilding.com/content...t-gaining.html

[yoojungl]

So do you two plan out your days in advanced like on a tracker so you know you'll hit your macros each day? I'm thinking that's the way to go is to preplan.

Depends on the goal~ when cutting, I plan my meals ahead of time and log those in. But when i'm not so focused on my physique and moreso my strength, I tend to be more lenient and track as I go. However, I always try to have a significant amount of protein with my meals so I'm not behind by the end of the day

[necrologic]

Wednesday
BARBELL SQUAT
5 sets of 5, 1.5 min. rest
BARBELL BENCH PRESS
5 sets of 5, 1.5 min. rest
BARBELL DEADLIFT
5 sets of 5, 1.5 min. rest

It's been over a month and still no negative effects noticed from the supplement. I'm planning on weighing myself Saturday so I'll update Monday with the stats on that

[Marshall28]

So do you two plan out your days in advanced like on a tracker so you know you'll hit your macros each day? I'm thinking that's the way to go is to preplan.

I try to plan as much as I can but don't stress with things get changed.

[necrologic]

Friday
BARBELL SQUAT
3 sets of 1 rep with 100% 1 RM, 5 min. rest
BARBELL BENCH PRESS
3 sets of 1 rep with 100% 1 RM, 5 min. rest
BARBELL DEADLIFT
3 sets of 1 rep with 100% 1 RM, 5 min. rest

Another later posting. Anyway. Everything is still going good. The lady say she can tell I'm bulking up which is weird considering my macros haven't been the best. Maybe the stuff really is working. Been timid on weighing myself and keep putting it off. Promise I'll do it as I said.

[Marshall28]

3 singles at 100% of max is pretty impressive.

[necrologic]

3 singles at 100% of max is pretty impressive.

Hah thanks. I'm glad these are on Friday's so I can get two full rest days before I start. Although this weekend I really didn't. I used a rug doctor on three floors. Then we rearranged the bedroom. Finally moved the kid into his own room fully so my man cave is complete. We also cleaned out the attic. Which I've never sweated so much in my life. It was like a stuffy inferno. Cleaning out the attic resulted in finding many neat things from the previous owners. As well as finally having the space to open up the spare bedroom from junk.

I had a productive weekend beside playing Everquest and Samurai Warriors 4.

[Marshall28]

Anything planned for the 4th ?

[necrologic]

Anything planned for the 4th ?

Work unfortunately. Lady is going to her parents for a few days to celebrate with the kid so at least they'll get some entertainment.

How about you?

[necrologic]

Monday

Workout Time : 55 min
BARBELL SQUAT
3 sets of 8-12 reps, 60 sec. rest
BARBELL BENCH PRESS
3 sets of 8-12 reps, 60 sec. rest
BARBELL DEADLIFT
3 sets of 8-12 reps, 60 sec. rest
PULL UPS
3 sets of 8-12 reps, 60 sec. rest
DUMBBELL SHOULDER PRESS
3 sets of 8-12 reps, 60 sec. rest
BARBELL CURL
3 sets of 8-12 reps, 60 sec. rest

This update is for both Monday and today. Nothing to really report today. Skipped workouts and enjoyed some RR after and before work because the holiday. I hope everyone else is having a great time today. I plurged and order pizza.

As for my stats I did in fact get them.

Weight : 151 lbs
BMI : 21.1
BF % : 12.7
Lean Muscle Mass : 46.9
Water : 64.7


So I have increased in a months time in my stats.

OLD stats were
Weight : 148.4 lbs
BMI : 20.7
BF : 12.2%
Lean Muscle Mass : 47.2%
Water : 65%
Bone Density : 4.9


I'm not sure how accurate these things are at measuring. I look and feel much better than before and as stated others can tell. If i can do something about the protein my stats may look even better next month.

[yoojungl]

Nice stats! Are you taking progress pics as well to keep track?

[necrologic]

Nice stats! Are you taking progress pics as well to keep track?

Aye.

I took one within a week in.

[Marshall28]

Nice BW increase!

[necrologic]

Friday
BARBELL SQUAT
5 sets of 5, 1.5 min. rest
BARBELL BENCH PRESS
5 sets of 5, 1.5 min. rest
BARBELL DEADLIFT
5 sets of 5, 1.5 min. rest

Since i skipped Wednesday due to the holidays i did it's workout Friday since it's longer and more intense. Curious how this will affect me monday

[Marshall28]

How you feeling today mate ?

[necrologic]

How you feeling today mate ?

Monday

Workout Time : 55 min
BARBELL SQUAT
3 sets of 8-12 reps, 60 sec. rest
BARBELL BENCH PRESS
3 sets of 8-12 reps, 60 sec. rest
BARBELL DEADLIFT
3 sets of 8-12 reps, 60 sec. rest
PULL UPS
3 sets of 8-12 reps, 60 sec. rest
DUMBBELL SHOULDER PRESS
3 sets of 8-12 reps, 60 sec. rest
BARBELL CURL
3 sets of 8-12 reps, 60 sec. rest

I'm actually not feeling any more or less sore than I normally would today. I guess last week's schedule didn't mess with it too bad. I got some protein bars over the weekend so they should help with my goals. Was expecting some gronk bars but they never came. Good stuff though.

[koweanguy]

I'm actually not feeling any more or less sore than I normally would today. I guess last week's schedule didn't mess with it too bad. I got some protein bars over the weekend so they should help with my goals. Was expecting some gronk bars but they never came. Good stuff though.

From me?
It says delivered on June 24th O.o

[necrologic]

From me?
It says delivered on June 24th O.o

Can you PM me that tracking? I've actually not gotten regular USPS mail for over a week now. If it got sent to the correct address then someone 100% is stealing my mail. I've gotten one UPS package from someone else but not USPS. Starting to worry.


UPDATE: Called the local police. No reports besides mine have been submitted for stolen mail. I also just got done driving down to my local post office too. They also said the same thing plus I haven't gotten anything delivered for the past little bit. So maybe I just haven't gotten anything regular mail so I'm safe there. What carrier sent the bars?

[Marshall28]

Those Gronk bars are awesome! Hopefully someone didn't steal them

[necrologic]

Wednesday and Friday
BARBELL SQUAT
5 sets of 5, 1.5 min. rest
BARBELL BENCH PRESS
5 sets of 5, 1.5 min. rest
BARBELL DEADLIFT
5 sets of 5, 1.5 min. rest

Nothing new to report here. I've decided to make Fridays more intense. I feel like I making more progress this way and not wasting my sessions. I think maxing should only be done once a month.

[Marshall28]

Max effort messes with each person differently. I only do it every 12 weeks or so.

[necrologic]

Max effort messes with each person differently. I only do it every 12 weeks or so.

Exactly. That's why there's never a one plan fits all no matter how hard sormone sells it. Only trial and error.

[Marshall28]

Exactly. That's why there's never a one plan fits all no matter how hard sormone sells it. Only trial and error.

It would be much easier if there was only one way that works lol

[anandagirl]

It would be much easier if there was only one way that works lol

Amen!