My first cycle; Test-based only

[Ever-growing1]

Hey there,

I've been doing my research for a few years now and am looking to take the next step with my first Test-only cycle.

My main focus is purely for athletic reasons: I've been in and out of professional athletics and have been exposed to the gear for 4+ years now. I want to take my game to the next level and I've seen the benefits of hard work and proper training but have nearly reached my plateau.

I'm 23 years old and have been lifting proper for 5+ years now.

My stats: 5'10'' 155 LBS. 7% body fat

Off-season, I generally bulk to 160-165 but my sport inhibits excess fat for sacrificing speed.

Bench: 245 LBS
Squat: 320 LBS
Power Clean: 165LBS
40 yd: 4.5 seconds

I realize I'm a light-weight, but I've worked incredibly hard for these stats throughout the years and have been clean since the day I started training.

Diet: Generally clean. High in carbs, low in fat, about 70 grams of protein a day.
Supplements: None, just a regular multi-vitamin and fish oils.

This is just a general post. I understand I'm young. As I mentioned earlier, I've been exposed to AAS's for years and have held off on the idea b/c of my immaturity and age. I know I'm mature and intelligent enough now, so any advice would be GREATLY appreciated.

 

[R1rider]

Welcome to Ology

what are you looking to get out of your cycle, goals?

first cycle is supposed to be test only. test e/c @5-600mg for 10-12 weeks. you will need an Aromatase inhibitor (AI) for the sides form the test.

no offense, but 5-10 and 155lbs is kinda week. whats your diet like?

you should read all of the sticky's on the main page, it will only help you

 

[Ever-growing1]

Welcome to Ology

what are you looking to get out of your cycle, goals?

first cycle is supposed to be test only. test e/c @5-600mg for 10-12 weeks. you will need an Aromatase inhibitor (AI) for the sides form the test.

no offense, but 5-10 and 155lbs is kinda week. whats your diet like?

you should read all of the sticky's on the main page, it will only help you

Thank you for your time.

Ideally, I would like to gain 10 solid pounds of muscle and convert that power to speed. With a possible cycle, my short/long-term goals: Squat 400 LBS, Bench 300LBS, Power-clean: 185LBS

And none taken, I've bulked up to nearly 170 lbs before but my body shed it off with my combined Metabolic rate and intense cardio I do.

I've maintained good relative strength for my weight throughout the years, however.

I plan on continuing to read the sticky's, I just haven't got to all of them yet.. good reads tho!

 

[R1rider]

Ya sneaky bastard, you edited your post lol


your diet seems to be the problem. you need 1 gram of protein/lbs of body weight to grow muscle and stay strong. That 70 grams of protein a day shit is if you follow the 2000 cal standard FDA approved diet, which is for a woman. you need more calories and food if you are running 40's and working out at your age

i eat 70 grams of protein by lunch time

talk to 3J in the diet department. you could achieve your goals with a good diet and hard work and a few protein shakes.....

you gotta eat to keep the weight on, AAS wont help you there

post up your current diet

 

[Ever-growing1]

Ya sneaky bastard, you edited your post lol


your diet seems to be the problem. you need 1 gram of protein/lbs of body weight to grow muscle and stay strong. That 70 grams of protein a day shit is if you follow the 2000 cal standard FDA approved diet, which is for a woman. you need more calories and food if you are running 40's and working out at your age

That may be it.

I've drastically cut down on the grams of Protein I eat because of what I've learned in my exercise science classes [teachers say 70-90 grams a day is all you need].

The 40 time was to give you an idea about the type of training I do. My specialty events are 200m and 400m sprints so LOTS of high-intensity workouts.

talk to 3J in the diet department. you could achieve your goals with a good diet and hard work and a few protein shakes.....

you gotta eat to keep the weight on, AAS wont help you there

post up your current diet

Typical workout day:

8 AM [Pre-workout meal]: 2 cups of orange juice with a PB & J sandwich [3 tbs peanut butter, 2 tbs jam, and wheat bread]

Post workout: PWO shake {2 tbs peanut butter, 1 cup of skim milk, 1 cup of honey nut cheerios, and 1 scoop of Russian Bear 5000 weight gainer = 1/5 a serving} + 1 cup of dried cranberries

Lunch: 3 egg whites w/ 1 slice of cheese + 3 slices of Turkey breast + 8 carrots

Dinner: Two 8 oz. chicken Breasts + 2 cups of brown rice + 1 serving of green beans

8 PM snack: 4 cups of honey nut cheerios with 8 oz. of skim milk

 

[UNTAMEDGORILLA]

That may be it.

I've drastically cut down on the grams of Protein I eat because of what I've learned in my exercise science classes [teachers say 70-90 grams a day is all you need].

The 40 time was to give you an idea about the type of training I do. My specialty events are 200m and 400m sprints so LOTS of high-intensity workouts.



Typical workout day:

8 AM [Pre-workout meal]: 2 cups of orange juice with a PB & J sandwich [3 tbs peanut butter, 2 tbs jam, and wheat bread]

Post workout: PWO shake {2 tbs peanut butter, 1 cup of skim milk, 1 cup of honey nut cheerios, and 1 scoop of Russian Bear 5000 weight gainer = 1/5 a serving} + 1 cup of dried cranberries

Lunch: 3 egg whites w/ 1 slice of cheese + 3 slices of Turkey breast + 8 carrots

Dinner: Two 8 oz. chicken Breasts + 2 cups of brown rice + 1 serving of green beans

8 PM snack: 4 cups of honey nut cheerios with 8 oz. of skim milk

With your size and considering what you do, you're missing 2 meals if you're looking to add weight. I counted 5, you need at least 6. You need to add some spinach, squash, tuna, AND THE BIG DADDY---SALMON in there. You are eating like you want to weigh 155, also, I hope your doing reqular ol squats with a damn belt. That will make you ass and thighs big, which will make you faster, and dont be doing them pussy ass half squats, get the fuck down there, just not 90 degrees.

 

[bigherm2121]

70-90 a day. I hope you don't pay for that advice. Go eat some chicken bro. Hit a buffet up. Put sone meat on you before you cycle.

 

[TylerDurdn]

That may be it.

I've drastically cut down on the grams of Protein I eat because of what I've learned in my exercise science classes [teachers say 70-90 grams a day is all you need].

The 40 time was to give you an idea about the type of training I do. My specialty events are 200m and 400m sprints so LOTS of high-intensity workouts.



Typical workout day:

8 AM [Pre-workout meal]: 2 cups of orange juice with a PB & J sandwich [3 tbs peanut butter, 2 tbs jam, and wheat bread]

Post workout: PWO shake {2 tbs peanut butter, 1 cup of skim milk, 1 cup of honey nut cheerios, and 1 scoop of Russian Bear 5000 weight gainer = 1/5 a serving} + 1 cup of dried cranberries

Lunch: 3 egg whites w/ 1 slice of cheese + 3 slices of Turkey breast + 8 carrots

Dinner: Two 8 oz. chicken Breasts + 2 cups of brown rice + 1 serving of green beans

8 PM snack: 4 cups of honey nut cheerios with 8 oz. of skim milk

I bought Russian bear once! And I haven't bought it since! Aren't you supposed to make a 1 serving with a gallon of milk and drink it through out the day, then you only have 3 servings per container so about $30 every 3 days? I know that's not how your using it I just found the directions hilarious. Reminds me of trying the gallon challenge with friends and vomiting up 3/4 a gallon of whole milk off a 3 story balcony . But now I am getting off topic...

Without seeing pictures and going off stats alone you have a good build so far, but lets see that diet come together and then think about AAS! Take a look at 3J's Diet Advice in the diet section.

 

[R1rider]

That may be it.

I've drastically cut down on the grams of Protein I eat because of what I've learned in my exercise science classes [teachers say 70-90 grams a day is all you need].

The 40 time was to give you an idea about the type of training I do. My specialty events are 200m and 400m sprints so LOTS of high-intensity workouts.



Typical workout day:

8 AM [Pre-workout meal]: 2 cups of orange juice with a PB & J sandwich [3 tbs peanut butter, 2 tbs jam, and wheat bread]

Post workout: PWO shake {2 tbs peanut butter, 1 cup of skim milk, 1 cup of honey nut cheerios, and 1 scoop of Russian Bear 5000 weight gainer = 1/5 a serving} + 1 cup of dried cranberries

Lunch: 3 egg whites w/ 1 slice of cheese + 3 slices of Turkey breast + 8 carrots

Dinner: Two 8 oz. chicken Breasts + 2 cups of brown rice + 1 serving of green beans

8 PM snack: 4 cups of honey nut cheerios with 8 oz. of skim milk

This diet you posted up would work for a fitness girl model, not a guy trying to put on muscle. your body needs about double the calories to grow

add a cup of oats with maple syrup for breakfast with a protein shake to the 8am meal listed

PWO have 2 scoops of whey protein with dextrose followed by a meal within an hour( it is the most crucial time)

lunch add up some chicken or lean beef with a few cups of pasta

dinner seems ok

at 8 pm cut out the snack and add some chicken or turkey or beef with some sweet potato

protein shake before bed with whole milk

try to eat something every 3 hours. you can snack on some trail mix or have a cup of yogurt, cottage cheese between meals as a snack

now keep in mind once you reach your goals you will have to keep eating more calories. the more you weigh, the more you have to eat to maintain it

 

[Ever-growing1]

Thanks for the advice.

Depending on my goals, I'll focus more on my overall calorie/protein input before thinking about AAS [if I want to put on mass].

Also, I've been an avid power lifter for a few years now and am being talked into cutting down to the 148 weight class [which I can easily do]. With my stats and proper training, I could break into the top 98 nationally for the PLW Best of the Best American Men's Lifter Rankings.

As of lately, I've been interested in this. Does the same principle you guys are mentioning still apply here?

 

[4everBulking]

Your diet is terrible for gaining weight you need at LEAST 1gram of protein per body weight pound!

 

[Ever-growing1]

Your diet is terrible for gaining weight you need at LEAST 1gram of protein per body weight pound!

I've generally tried to stick with 0.6 to 0.9, but I'll change that. I've heard so many different variations of Protein intake.

As a sprinter, I've always needed to focus on having enough energy for training sessions while still maintaining a low bodyfat percentage. I usually load complex carbs before sessions, while after a workout and throughout the day, I generally eat meals that are higher in protein. I try to achieve enough calories to have the energy to compete, but not so many that I put on extra weight.

I know my Metabolic rate continues to burn fat long after a workout, so more calories and protein would benefit me.

 

[Rastas]

I've drastically cut down on the grams of Protein I eat because of what I've learned in my exercise science classes [teachers say 70-90 grams a day is all you need].

And herein lies your problem. You believe what you're being taught.