>> Blazed's 50 Week Journey To The Pro Stage <<

[Blazed]

Hi there. I really like that you put the amount of sleep you get.. I think it's an aspect that a lot of people over look when it comes to prepping/they don't think about it too much.

Grats on the Squat PR's (;

I agree, a very important and overlooked part of prep!

Morning Weight
219.6 (5 Day average 219.2)

Sleep
7 Hours

Diet
100/650/225

Training

Upper Push madness

BB Bench
45 x 12
45 x 12
95 x 12
95 x 12
135 x 12
135 x 12
135 x 12
185 x 12
225 x 15 Rep PR
255 x 7
275 x 4
225 x 10

Cable Cross Overs
x3 sets Top to bottom
x3 Sets Bottom to top

Upright Rows
110 x 8
110 x 8 PR's +10lbs

Side Laterals
35's x 15
37.5's x 12
37.5's x 12

HS Incline Press
1pps x 12
2pps x 10
2pps+25 x 8 PR

Pec Deck
180 x 12
210 x 12

Done and done!

Musings

Great workout filled with PR's.......long day at work after. Hit my diet on the $$ today........I can't believe I am back under 220's after Fridays feasting with StaticZ and Buns.

Tomorrow is Smolov workout #3 in the morning followed by a long 10-11 hour shift at work. Then my "weekend" starts lol.

Hope everyone had a good weekend.

[Vanguard1965]

Great workout filled with PR's.......long day at work after. Hit my diet on the $$ today........I can't believe I am back under 220's after Fridays feasting with StaticZ and Buns.

Tomorrow is Smolov workout #3 in the morning followed by a long 10-11 hour shift at work. Then my "weekend" starts lol.

Hope everyone had a good weekend.

Grats on the PR's! Lots of volume there. Nice to be able to eat and still lose. Very jelly of your macro's!

[Blazed]

Grats on the PR's! Lots of volume there. Nice to be able to eat and still lose. Very jelly of your macro's!

Volume wasn't THAT heavy haha. Those warm up sets are deceiving!

Morning Weight
219.6 (5 Day average - 219.4) Drifting up again.....which is not necc a bad thing!

Sleep
8.5 Hours of glorious slumber with some intense and scary dreams.

Diet
Nailed my 100/650/225 yesterday and today will be the same!

Training

Smolov Workout # 3

ATG Squats
45 x 12
45 x 12
135 x 12
135 x 12
135 x 12
185 x 12
225 x 10
285 x 8
345 x 5
345 x 5
345 x 5
345 x 5
345 x 5
345 x 5
345 x 5 Weight/Rep PR


Musings
Wow, tough workout indeed. I definitely reached when I used a 430lb max for my smolov template. Next 9 workouts should be VERY interesting lol. If I get through the whole program without failing that will be quite the accomplishment. Yesterday I brought my rumble roller to work and foam rolled quite a few times. Tomorrow on tap is 10x3@365lbs Gonna be nutso.

Eating a ton of food to hopefully recover enough and get some last minute leg gains.

[NaturalPursuit]

SMOLOV FTW!!!!!! Definitely TONS of winning in here brotha!!!!

[The Solution]

Legs no choice to grow

[Bnizzle163]

With all that work and all that food, you'll be growing like a weed!

[unleashthelion]

Paul, was squat the "only" lift you did today?

(I failed at wording this post in such a way where I didn't have to use the word "only" to describe that incredibly intense squat routine)

[Blazed]

SMOLOV FTW!!!!!! Definitely TONS of winning in here brotha!!!!

Thanks dude, but ONE of your workouts = my WEEK of work outs lol!

Legs no choice to grow

Def no choice, 4500 cals + 4x a week squatting. Its my last hoorah

With all that work and all that food, you'll be growing like a weed!

Surprisingly my weight has been staying pretty level for the past month on these cals, yet body composition improving.

Paul, was squat the "only" lift you did today?

(I failed at wording this post in such a way where I didn't have to use the word "only" to describe that incredibly intense squat routine)

Haha, squats and only squat on smolov days. For the 3 weeks of the Base Mesocycle I will be squatting 4x a week, doing 1 upper push and 1 upper pull workout. Once I start lowering cals before full blown prep starts I will likely go back to my old routine.

[TakedaShingen]

Def no choice, 4500 cals + 4x a week squatting. Its my last hoorah


Surprisingly my weight has been staying pretty level for the past month on these cals, yet body composition improving.


Haha, squats and only squat on smolov days. For the 3 weeks of the Base Mesocycle I will be squatting 4x a week, doing 1 upper push and 1 upper pull workout. Once I start lowering cals before full blown prep starts I will likely go back to my old routine.

All this^^^^

Exactly what I'm talkin about!!! Lightin ish UP!

[Blazed]

All this^^^^

Exactly what I'm talkin about!!! Lightin ish UP!

Reading the logs here, following friends prepping on ********, just vicariously living that ish till its my turn has gotten me AMPED up.

Today was an epic day so far.

Smolov Workout # 4

Morning Weight

221lbs (5 Day Average 219.7) Had a whole box of mac n cheese at 11 PM last night + a slice of velveta and 5 tbsp parm cheese mixed into it.

Diet

Nailed 90/700/225 yesterday, shooting for 100/650/225 today

Sleep
7.5 Hours

Training

ATG Squats

45 x 20
135 x 15
225 x 10
275 x 8
315 x 5
365 x 3
365 x 3
365 x 3
365 x 3
365 x 3
365 x 3
365 x 3
365 x 3
365 x 3
365 x 5 (+2 Vanity Reps lol) HUGE PRs HERE!!

MUsings

Went there today, had a few mini cupcakes intra workout. The sets felt good with the exception of 1-2 which were a lil tougher than the rest. The last one was awesome, endorphins were pumping at that point. 1/3rd of the way through the program at this point. Next week its +20lbs to all sets across the board. Tmrw I will be hitting Upper Pull =)

Put in my application for 3DMJ we will see what happens. Going to talk to Jeff tomorrow I believe. I'll keep you guys posted about that. Also looking to start doing some Vlogs this prep.

[TakedaShingen]

F*CKING SMOLOV!!!


:metalgrowlface:

[The Solution]

cupcakes intra-workout..

the new revolution of intra-workout supplementation.

[TakedaShingen]

cupcakes intra-workout..

the new revolution of intra-workout supplementation.

Do I hear a Blazed/JP joint log or venture capitalist opportunity? Lol.

[Blazed]

F*CKING SMOLOV!!!


:metalgrowlface:

My thoughts exactly after finishing that workout lol!

cupcakes intra-workout..

the new revolution of intra-workout supplementation.

Last time I ran smolov I was doin poptarts on day 3 and 4.......the last week its like 1.5-2 hrs in the gym at a time lol

Do I hear a Blazed/JP joint log or venture capitalist opportunity? Lol.

Haha! Intraworkout carbs are glorious....in any way shape or form......


Lil Mid Day Update

I have only gotten out of bed to use the rest room and consume 2 sandwiches and 4 more of said mini cupcakes since getting home from the gym 4+ hours ago. Gonna foam roll and hydrate myself. Macros are gonna be a lil hard to hit since I don't have much of an appetite and its already past 3 PM......might have to hit up the local watering hole for a few beers and a nice juicy burger + fries =)

[Bnizzle163]

Also looking to start doing some Vlogs this prep.

Definitely in for Vlogs.

[ebomb55]

Enjoying the smolov journey in here...brutal stuff!

Looking forward to your prep as well brotha, keep it up!

[The Solution]

I have only gotten out of bed to use the rest room and consume 2 sandwiches and 4 more of said mini cupcakes since getting home from the gym 4+ hours ago. Gonna foam roll and hydrate myself. Macros are gonna be a lil hard to hit since I don't have much of an appetite and its already past 3 PM......might have to hit up the local watering hole for a few beers and a nice juicy burger + fries =)

Trader Joes Pumpkin Pie or Blueberry Pie.
Consider it done.

TJ's Pumpkin Bagels + Pumpkin Cream Cheese = Nom nom Nom

[Austinbruso94]

You are by far the most motivating person ever, Blazed. Going to start a 50 week cut, hopefully I get to see my abs for the first time ever, lol. What kept you motivated? Any tips?

[JPlevell]

In for VLOGS! Congrats on those PRS, brotha!

[Blazed]

Definitely in for Vlogs.

I'll start em after I begin prep most likely.

Enjoying the smolov journey in here...brutal stuff!

Looking forward to your prep as well brotha, keep it up!

Thanks man! Prep in 2 short weeks!

Trader Joes Pumpkin Pie or Blueberry Pie.
Consider it done.

TJ's Pumpkin Bagels + Pumpkin Cream Cheese = Nom nom Nom

Lol! I went with the burger.

You are by far the most motivating person ever, Blazed. Going to start a 50 week cut, hopefully I get to see my abs for the first time ever, lol. What kept you motivated? Any tips?

A lot of motivating factors, seeing the results and being hungry for more. Keeping a log and having some accountability there also helps! I also like a personal challenge and physique competition is a great one to take on!

In for VLOGS! Congrats on those PRS, brotha!

Thank you! With this smolov run, every workout is gonna be an ALL time PR for me......Excited to see if I finish lol!

Morning Weight
223.3 (5 Day Average 220.6) Huge spike lol!

Sleep
11.5 Hours (Not a Typo)

Diet
150/800/225 Yesterday (Not a typo either)

90/550/200 Today

Training

Upper Pull

Lat Pull Down
90 x 15
120 x 12
150 x 12
180 x 10
210 x 8
240 x 8
270 x 7

Neutral Grip Pull Downs
270 x 8
255 x 8
240 x 8

HS Iso Rows
1pps x 15
2pps x 12
3pps x 10
3pps+25 x 10
3pps+25 x 8
3pps x 12

DB Curl
45 x 10
55 x 8
40 x 10

Reverse Grip BB Curl
70 x 10
80 x 8
80 x 8

Cable Rows
180 x 12
210 x 8
210 x 8

Pull Up
BW+25 x 7
BW+25 x 5
BW x 7

Done and done!

Musings

Sluggish workout, was bloated as hell from all the ice cream yesterday.

After the workout I joined a buddy for an ALL YOU CAN EAT Indian lunch buffet at the Curry Club. 3 plates of salad, rise, naan, chicken tikki masala, tandoori chicken, beef meatall curry, pankaro curry, and a few other dishes I dont remember. Definitely got my $10.99 worth =)

Tomorrow is Smolov Week 2 Workout 1 =)

[lukamura]

How can you eat up to 5500 kcal and not get fat? What's the average weight gain per week for you?

[unleashthelion]

How can you eat up to 5500 kcal and not get fat? What's the average weight gain per week for you?

I'm starting to think that calories are not a factor when you can lift like he does, lol.

[Blazed]

How can you eat up to 5500 kcal and not get fat? What's the average weight gain per week for you?

Its hard to get fat when your already fat (relatively speaking of coarse lol!)

I'm starting to think that calories are not a factor when you can lift like he does, lol.

They definitely are lol! I am gaining at a decent rate on these macros. Though there is gonna be a huge change in a few minutes lol

Some Exciting News

I just got off the phone with Jeff Alberts from Team 3DMJ and I will be working with them for the 2014 season. Jeff will be my main coach and he will be doing my diet, training programing, as well as posing help.

Even though I officially start Nov 2nd, I will begin heading some of his advice now......which means easing off the calories. And looking to start tightening up.

Its time to #GODER

[IK9]

Its hard to get fat when your already fat (relatively speaking of coarse lol!)



They definitely are lol! I am gaining at a decent rate on these macros. Though there is gonna be a huge change in a few minutes lol

Some Exciting News

I just got off the phone with Jeff Alberts from Team 3DMJ and I will be working with them for the 2014 season. Jeff will be my main coach and he will be doing my diet, training programing, as well as posing help.

Even though I officially start Nov 2nd, I will begin heading some of his advice now......which means easing off the calories. And looking to start tightening up.

Its time to #GODER

Woot woot! Jeff's my coach too. My show is on Nov 2nd. Looks like you will be taking my spot ^_^ welcome to the team!!

[The Solution]

I dont think jeff will allow you to be squeezing in all those beers either

[JPlevell]

How do you count macros at a buffet? Cool beans that you are working with 3DMJ going to be diced and sliced!

[Devils]

Even though I officially start Nov 2nd, I will begin heading some of his advice now......which means easing off the calories. And looking to start tightening up.

Its time to #GODER

Didn't we tell you that for free?

[Bnizzle163]

Awesome news about 3DMJ! You're in good hands.

[Vanguard1965]

Some Exciting News

I just got off the phone with Jeff Alberts from Team 3DMJ and I will be working with them for the 2014 season. Jeff will be my main coach and he will be doing my diet, training programing, as well as posing help.

Even though I officially start Nov 2nd, I will begin heading some of his advice now......which means easing off the calories. And looking to start tightening up.

Its time to #GODER

Grats on prepping with Jeff and 3DMJ. Looks like we both officially start on the same day. Should be a fun ride!

[Blazed]

Woot woot! Jeff's my coach too. My show is on Nov 2nd. Looks like you will be taking my spot ^_^ welcome to the team!!

Thank you!

I dont think jeff will allow you to be squeezing in all those beers either

I'm not too worried about it~!

How do you count macros at a buffet? Cool beans that you are working with 3DMJ going to be diced and sliced!

You guesstimate lol

Didn't we tell you that for free?

Lol

Awesome news about 3DMJ! You're in good hands.

Can't wait to hit my stride!

Grats on prepping with Jeff and 3DMJ. Looks like we both officially start on the same day. Should be a fun ride!

Thank you sir!! I think it will be an epic ride for all of us.

SMOLOV Day # 5

Morning Weight
225lbs (5 Day Average - 221.5)

Sleep
7 Hours

Diet

Hit ~130/550/200 Yesterday but def had a crap ton of sodium at the Indian Buffet. Big spike in weight

Today is my first day of tracking every macro to the T, I will be hitting 100/600/200 precisely for the next 2 weeks and keeping tabs on the weight change before I get my protocol on the 2nd.

ATG Squats

45 x 15
135 x 12
225 x 10
275 x 8
320 x 9
320 x 9
320 x 9
320 x 9 Volume PR!

Musings

Pretty excited to start tracking my intake exactly and transition into the first leg of this prep. Curious to see the macros I get on Nov 2nd. Hoping my weight levels off somewhere down in the 220 mark before then. This spike in weight over the past 2 days is a lil sudden haha.