[Marc]

Really good sports massage yesterday. Opened my back right up and also went through some of my poses which sometimes feel restricted and made some very good tweaks which I’m very happy about and so is Patrick.

Today I trained back and biceps and had a really good session. 127.8kg this morning upon wake, I’ve now been this weight two days in a row.

[Marc]

Yes of Course! Fully Agree with what’s been said.

However , if I didn’t have the forum and you guys, I could quite easily of followed something off Instagram etc , I’ve read people starting on like 5mg reta split in 2 doses which is absurd!

It is absurd you are right and here’s the thing, when reading this information you have to take it with a pinch of salt. Are these people promoting these products also pushing the usage of a code. If yes, they are more interested in sales. Look at credible sources, people who truly care and give explanations behind why they have changed doses and what they use and when. They are giving you real time experience and the insight for you to make decisions. Jordan and Hilly are prime examples of this

[Marc]

Morning all

Rest day for me today. Vacuum online session booked in with Karina this morning and a sports massage session today late morning.

Aside from the usual my side with daily walk, mobility and client checks in / updates. Bodyweight this morning 127.8kg the heaviest weight I’ve seen so far this off season. Natural fluctuations day to day based on whether rest day or training day food and inflammation within my muscles too. Not focused on weight at all, but the look

[Marc]

Morning guys

Morning walk, vacuums, mobility ticked and client check ins ticked off this morning. Got my bloods booked in fasted this morning, which will be a good indication of where my markers are at currently in off season.

Upper workout planned in for this afternoon, push focused with 1 back row exercise to help stability around my shoulder before moving into my presses.

Another day to get after it!!

[Marc]

I am in agreement with the guys reply above. I’ll be going of your average bodyweight over the course of the week to see your overall rate of loss, so compare the first two weeks in prep and see where things land. Then get back to us. Aside from that has there been any cycle changes if you are assisted, like going from TRT / TRT + and moving into a cycle

[Marc]

Great news primo is back in! I am using this lab and my clients too, very happy with how this sits and bloodwork backs this up too

[Marc]

Check in today with Patrick. He’s happy with how my look is currently, the biggest I have been at this bodyweight, roundest and good body composition too. Hes really impressed with the size I’ve kept on my legs even with reducing my leg frequency down to 1 session and the other 3 sessions in my plan being upper body focused. No changes right now.

Solo leg session to kick off my training week and it was a good 1.

Full session;

Standing calf raise x3
Seated hamstring curl x2
Leg ext x2
45 degree leg press x2
Lying leg curl x3
Adductor x1

[Marc]

I think you hit the nail on the head. You are deep into diet so perhaps not thinking clearly, I would personally hold off.

Something to think about though is try not to compare yourself to what others are doing. If you are junior you are still young. Throwing the kitchen sink at the process with gear isn’t the way to go. Instead look at what you are doing currently, can you take ownership and do things better?

Like is your sleep time and wake time consistent
Do you train close to failure each session
Are you consistent with meal times
Is your hydration the same each day

Etc etc

If something is on your mind and you want to progress some more, the first thing to do is speak with your coach before making any hasty decisions

[Marc]

Hey Marc just curious what do you put in your pre intra and post workout shakes right now?

Also your favorite flavors

All of this will soon be revealed in my YouTube video / vlog that I recorded yesterday and get edited in the next few days.

But…

Pre – 20g iso pro, 5g creatine, 1 scoop pumpage of dial in – rotate flavours each month, 30g performance fuel berry burst

Intra – 15g eeas watermelon flavour

Post workout – 30g iso pro caramel biscuit flavour

[Marc]

Hi guys

Rest day today for me. Few client bits ticked off this morning and some house chores / food shopping then I spent the afternoon with my eldest daughter. Not to much to report today, back in the gym tomorrow so plan is to chill as much as possible for the rest of today and an early night

[Marc]

Upper session done and dusted today. Trained closer to home today, I generally do for this session. Full session along with what I eat on a training day has been recorded, I’ve done a vlog for today so I’ll get that edited in the coming days and uploaded to my YouTube channel

[Marc]

Only good things wit Rohm and if it’s an older vial likely even more legit!!

[Marc]

I don’t think I’ve tried one yet where I don’t like the flavour!

I like to add some oats aswell , like 4:1 ratio COR : OATS

No you are talking cream of rice, oats (jumbo oats for the win) and a whey waste over some fruit if you have any! Definitely a win, add a little cinnamon on top and that’s taste buds sorted lol

[Marc]

Upper session number 1 today – set up as mainly a pull session. It was very good, really happy with how the overall session went with both strength and energy. Made one change today used a hammer strength underhand pulldown instead of the citadel pulldown and this felt more comfy on my shoulder. The overall session stays the same for me but sometimes based on how I feel / shoulder I make changes as this keeps my sessions productive and effective. It’s not for everyone, but it works well for me.

Full sessions;

Prime chest supported row x2
SA nautilus row x2
Meadow row x2
Underhand lat pulldown x2
Ez bar cable curl x3
SA preacher curl x2
DB hammer curl x1

[Marc]

I agree with what Jordan and Hilly are saying. Your high carb days / refeeds days should come when it’s needed. I would try to shift your focus from having some training sessions to perform well. Instead try to program your mind to have productive training sessions across the bored. Yes sometimes training will dip the deeper you get into your deficit but this is normal. Only have refeed days / higher carbs when it’s truly warranted. In the meantime also prioritise sleep and recovery