[Mel]

Hey bud. So firstly I looked at your pics and you can be absolutely ready in 12-14 weeks for me here so 18 should be no problems.

The only thing I don’t like is the fact that you can’t ask questions to yiur coach. Or he’s not explaining the rationale behind his approach. Example….

“We’re pretty lean here as a start point and we have just reintroduced assistance so I’m expecting a recomp off the bat and I want to take advantage by a slight increase in food. Before we start coming back down in 3-4 weeks – we have plenty of time to be ready”

I want my clients to ask if there unsure. But I will always explain why I’m doing something.

It’s good being a robot and following the plan. But you also want to know the why behind

Thanks nathan. I appreciate the feedback. He is the only coach that I have worked with so I’m not objective enough to know that I can have a more collaborative experience with my coach.
He is a competitive amateur with solid coaching and knowledge. (Certified trainer through skip hill and aj sims) He has recently switched to doing this full time and I have seen him improving his approach – but he is “rough around the edges”.
I’ve committed to another year of competition and off season coaching with him. I will reevaluate my commitment when time comes.

[Mel]

I agree with Maddy here, if I ever have any questions at all, instead of guessing why, I just right out ask, I always learn something this way too.

And I agree also that we wouldn’t be able to comment without knowing much more data / visuals.

Ask away don’t fear it – let us know what they say 🙂

Thanks for ur input Kerry. My coach is a good one. But he’s more of a drill sergeant and is a bit condescending when it comes to questions that he thinks is “stupid”. Shut up and follow the plan. I respond to this type of approach but it doesn’t leave much room for grace.

[Mel]

Hiya Mel, first things first, speak to your coach! I’m sure they’ll be willing to explain why you’re following that protocol. That will likely calm any anxieties you might have and build further trust/trust in the process.

I doubt any of us would be able to properly comment on this without seeing your physique/check in pictures. Your coach should have all the data and previous understanding of what’s best for you at your current standing

Thanks maddy! I fully trust my coach. I’m 100% compliant with the plan. I just expected to be in prep already. Maybe I’m in a better spot than I think? I’m asking more to dissuade personal doubt, be an active me er of this community and share on the forum.

Here is some of my current checkin pics :

https://photos.app.goo.gl/MATB1NW6dMriHscT7

[Mel]

https://photos.app.goo.gl/MATB1NW6dMriHscT7

[Mel]

Btw. I’m a huge fan!

[Mel]

Thanks sasan. I am having issues uploading pics for some reason. I’m in the US. Weird. I even tried another way to post and it just doubled my entry lol
Trying to upload now…somehow

Not doubting my coach – I’m doubting my own obsessing lol (Reason why I have a coach).
Been a member of this forum for over a year now. Learned a lot. Wanted to post and be a part of the community. Also value everyone’s opinion. So I thought I’d ask for feedback.

[Mel]

Hi Mel, just so I’m clear and haven’t misunderstood, you want to go

Leg curl

Hack or leg press

Leg extension

And you want to go three sets of each, with :

1 x 8, 1 x 4, 1 x 3

Have I understood correctly?

That is correct. Load up on more weight for controlled reps as I go. Increase strength to hopefully gain some tissue. Repeat once per week as part of a PPL split.

Would this suffice?

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Then the honest answer mate is no, I don’t think this is a good approach.

Have a watch of the educational videos on PPL and look how the leg sessions are constructed

There are a number of gaps here, so watch, digest, have a go at building something based on the equipment you have available, and ask for comments again mate.

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Thanks for the feedback Rich. I will watch the vids and see if I have any questions.

[Mel]

Check my log

Thanks michaela, will do!

[Mel]

Hi Mel, just so I’m clear and haven’t misunderstood, you want to go

Leg curl

Hack or leg press

Leg extension

And you want to go three sets of each, with :

1 x 8, 1 x 4, 1 x 3

Have I understood correctly?

That is correct. Load up on more weight for controlled reps as I go. Increase strength to hopefully gain some tissue. Repeat once per week as part of a PPL split.
Would this suffice?

[Mel]

Went through all the available education videos. The others will unlock after a week.

While I catch up on the lessons, I wanted to share what I am currently doing to see if anyone has any initial comments.

Legs routine:
Rest/pause. Heavy, intense, controlled eccentric part of rep.
Progressive overloading per session.
All movements are 3 sets. 8x4x3 reps
Part of a PPL split repeated weekly.

Hamstrings: lying hamstring curls.
Quads: leg press or hack squat. Seated leg extensions.

Would this be enough for general mass building?

I am older, but have no issues with injuries or recovery. I feel very food pushing the weights heavy and hard.

On 1.3g total compounds. (Test/primo/mast) and HGH

[Mel]

Sounds good. Will take a look. Thank you!