[Marc]

The last of my rest day today before getting back to training after 4 days rest from the gym; sat / sun my usual rest days then mon and Tues extra rest days. It’s been a busy day today, pt client in the morning, client work, food prep, few errands as Kerry’s back from competing tomorrow morning. A later than planned night this evening but I wanted to get more done today so aside from training I’m free to spend time with Kerry as it’s been so long (2.5 weeks since I last saw her)

[Marc]

I’ve just seen this question now. I’d imagine from the date you’ve posted this there should hopefully be some improvement. The advice Clare gave is very good and what I would recommend also. If you aren’t already record your sets when training and watch them back. The pain in you head could well be down to your breathing pattern.

To add to the golfers elbow, seeing a physio would be beneficial here

[Marc]

Hi guys today was a rest day for me. Nothing out of the ordinary for me, steps upon wake, food prep for the day, client work and chill. Been a chilled day trying to not do more than needed to get me feeling more rested before back to training on weds

[Marc]

Hang in there, as the team have said this is common and something I can relate with one side of body being stronger on certain exercises. Take additional sets on the weaker side only, I found that over time it does help and try to distribute weight evenly when training bilaterally

[Marc]

My usual rest day today. Got my feedback back in from Kuba today, looking fuller and leaner and my bodyweight this past week has trending up 0.6kg on average. He’s ordered two days rest tomorrow and Tuesday then weds I’ll be back in the gym for de-volume. Definitely welcome the rest as I feel really tired this last week,

… on another note Kerry came 2nd today in the bikini pro show out in Taiwan. I’m so so pleased for her, I was shouting at my phone when watching her I so wanted her to win but she’s do amazing this year. Meg has took her under her wing and a 5th place and 2nd place finish out of 3 shows is something to be very proud of

[Marc]

I’d rinse all you can naturally before you make that jump to assisted. Could you be doing things better still now? The likelihood is yes so aim to perfect the different areas, improve training, sleep, recovery,nutrition. Once you have this rinsed completely then and only then think about taking the next step to assisted

[Marc]

Last session of the week today and went all in again. This has been a very productive training week taking intensity up another level and really enjoying it too even with dipped energy levels. It’s been around 6-7weeks since my last de-load and it feels like my body is ready for it. But the work this week went in, strength is in a good spot and I’m growing lean. No complaints, it’s about being patient now in this push up

[Marc]

Continue to push mate you look great

[Marc]

Another session I went into today feeling a little tired. I think the intensity from sessions since having a training partner has definitely stepped up and this is part of the reason. But, mindset switched on when in the gym and across the board all exercises were progressed today which I’m very happy about. One more session to go tomorrow to finish the training week then I will speak with Kuba about energy levels

[Marc]

Thanks for your insight Clare very helpful, my thoughts were the same as yours regarding being in the wrong state to digest food post workout however I build up a big appetite when I train for the most part therefore it is difficult to withstand eating as soon as I can.

This can be a big one being in the wrong state of mind post workout when eating which could be part of the reason you are having the problems you are experiencing. I always have unwind post workout as is helps relax me and sets me up for optimal digestion. I’d add this to your supps stack

[Marc]

Rest day for me and definitely needed. Hunger today has been really noticeable, but again it’s all about being patient in this push up. Midweek check in pics sent over to Kuba, no changes with the plan for now. It’s to continue as I am, creeping that bodyweight up steadily. Sports massage today, so a chilled day alongside client work – so not too much else to add

[Marc]

First leg session of the week in the bag. I felt a little tired going into todays session and I also forget to take my pre workout before going to the gym so i was pissed about that lol but anyway it’s a mindset thing. All exercises across the board progressed with form, reps and weight. Definitely ready for bed already lol really pushing myself in every session and I’m loving it!

[Marc]

If she is genuinely only eating what you say, then she needs to gradually increase her calories over time.

Make sure she’s hitting her protein target and split that over 4-5 small meals a day, plenty of fruit and veg, quality fats and carbs. Aim for a 40/40/20 split of protein, carbs and fats.

Continue to do some steady state cardio, but not excessive amounts and focus more on weight training. Hit a step target of 8-10,000 each day too.

Drink plenty of water every day.

If she has a condition, which causes constipation, then this will effect scale weight and give the impression that fat isn’t being lost, so focus more on the look rather than the number on the scale.

I would have her using TBJP Superfood Greens for some additional fibre, nutrients and protein, alongside Cure-Coming and INSURE to manage systemic inflammation and blood sugar.

This x2, but there are also some great suggestions in the replies for you to implement with her

[Marc]

Solid start to the week today. In for push and another session progressing all lifts. That extra bump in for the last few weeks is really helping in my sessions. My usual push session today;

Seated ab crunch machine x2
Cable y raise x3
Pec deck x2
Incline chest press x2
Neutral grip chest press x2
Seated cable fly x2
Seated machine dips x2
Gym pin cable bicep curl facing in x2
Gym pin d handle triceps pushdown x3
Cuffed over shoulder triceps ext x3

[Marc]

I agree with the guys feedback above. What you also need to mindful of is your hunger will be high post cut. So you have to be patient with when you up your calories. Eat enough calories to see weight trend up but don’t add calories unnecessarily because you are hungry, as you are bound to be hungry for the first weeks of this push up. Keep us posted how you go