Dudeeeee, WTF Are you on man? :chomp:

[lee1092]

If I had to guess I am 14-15% right now, I can still see the top four abs in the am when I flex so I feel thats a decent indication that I havent gained too much fat...

 

[bushleaguechew]

ya testosterone what is that?? lol

Liquid creatine. Best excuse ever.

 

[FlyMolo]

I just finished week 2 and I am getting antsy. Glad to hear you are doing well bro. Listen to Austin he is smart. Have fun bending some bars though.

 

[lee1092]

I started my cycle at 165, around the end of sept like the 25th I was 173ish now Im about 182. I feel like ive put on too much weight too fast with unnecessary fat, any opinions? My calories were at about 2800 then recently went to 3200, maybe I should lower them some, add cardio?

 

[FlyMolo]

I started my cycle at 165, around the end of sept like the 25th I was 173ish now Im about 182. I feel like ive put on too much weight too fast with unnecessary fat, any opinions? My calories were at about 2800 then recently went to 3200, maybe I should lower them some, add cardio?

If the fat is coming too fast control the calories. Either do the cardio and eat the same or lower the cals. Make sure your weight is still increasing though. Don't wanna spin the wheels on cycle.

 

[lee1092]

If the fat is coming too fast control the calories. Either do the cardio and eat the same or lower the cals. Make sure your weight is still increasing though. Don't wanna spin the wheels on cycle.

Doest that seem like too much for a month and a 1/2??

 

[lee1092]

doesn't, thinking I should go back to around 2800

 

[lee1092]

And is it possible to get rid of the excess fat that i may have put on if I reduce the cals or add cardio even though ill be in a surplus?

 

[lee1092]

bump

 

[FlyMolo]

And is it possible to get rid of the excess fat that i may have put on if I reduce the cals or add cardio even though ill be in a surplus?

No. Fat is lost in a calorie deficit and muscle is gained in a surplus. Your calorie surplus and macronutrient profile reflect how much fat you gain. If your surplus is too large you will gain excess fat because you are taking calories you have no use for. If you are too restrictive with your calories you will hold back lean mass gains. Finding the sweet spot is the key.

Also don't forget to eat a proper macro profile. I find 40% from protein 40% from carbs and 20% from fats is good for me when bulking. The more nutrient dense food choices you make the easier it is to insure you have enough micronutrient intake. A healthy body is one that will want to retain lean mass.

I would find a testing system for body fat to use. I use cheap calipers but they give me more indication then just winging it by the mirror. Using those you can scale your calories more decisively.

Just remember when you are bulking if you end up gaining a little too much fat on cycle don't freak out. Scale your calories back where you are still gaining weight but at a slower rate and quality mass. Don't try to yoyo diet and cut mid cycle because you lost sight of abs. Adjust the caloric intake and expenditure, continue to train and don't lose sight of your goals. Don't just ignore the excess fat gain either but tweak your diet rather than drastically change it. Tweak your cardio and don't start burning an extra 500 calories right off the bat.

When building your physique you are the tortoise not the hare. Careful planning, slow thoughtful adjustments will beat quick rash decisions anyday.

If you continue having nutrition woes I hear there is a guy named 3J on here who could help you out more in depth. He charges for his services but it might be a path to consider if the diet area holds you back.

 

[lee1092]

well put brother thanks

 

[lee1092]

weighing around 183-184 right now