Where to begin? It's been a while since I've had a log on here. Instead of reviving one of the older ones I figured I'd go ahead and start a new one here today.
Why a log?
To monitor my progress as I train for OCS. Hopefully I get the invite in January. A few things have to happen for me to go:
1) Weight < 186lb
This portion of the requirements has been taken care of already. Back in May when I first started this journey I was weighing in at 200lb. I'm currently 180+/- in the mornings so now it's just a matter of recomping to make this weight as solid as possible.
2) Pullups - 20 w/o coming off bar
This portion is already taken care of as well. Back in March I could do sets of 3. After achieving the 20 pullup mark I've switched to weighted pullups to aid with making 20 that much easier. I'll still test the set of 20 periodically as well to make sure I'm not falling off the wagon.
3) Situps - 100 in 2 minutes
When I first attempted the PFT in May I was able to get mid 70s in two minutes. I've never been an ab guy but after that attempt I've certainly worked hard to build up my core.
4) Running - 3 miles in ~23 minutes
When I first attempted the PFT with the other applicants I finished 3 miles in about 27:30. I've since began running every other day around my neighborhood. My current route is 2.7 miles and VERY hilly. My current time on this route is 26:30. I know that were this to be transferred to a flat 3 miles it would be closer to that 23 minute mark. If I ever get a Friday off (one coming up in 10 days,) I intend to run with the other OCS applicants at a local lake which is a relatively flat course. It should also be noted that I would REALLY like to see 3 miles in 18 minutes.
Needless to say, I have my work cut out for me. To help me achieve my goals I will be taking a few products. But before I get into that, let's go over diet.
Diet:
~2500 calories/day
Moderately Low Carbs (~100-180/day)
Moderate Protein (~180/day)
Moderate Fats (~100-150/day)
Tuna was on sale at Kroger ($0.50/can,) so it's back on the menu (Sorry Chuck.) I also eat ALOT of pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, almonds, and walnuts. Occasionally I'll do fruit, bread, etc. but my main carb source is oats which I try to limit to breakfast, and occasionally pre or post workout depending on the time of day. On fattier days I eat fewer carbs, carb-ier (new word) days I eat fewer fats. Protein stays about the same every day. I do my best to keep the fats and carbs separate.
Current Supplement List:
Opti-Men - Opti-Men (180 tabs) By: Optimum Nutrition
Uni-Liver - Uni-Liver (500 tabs) By: Universal Nutrition
Dermatherm Target - DermaTherm Target (7.5oz) By: Primordial Performance
Anabolic Edge - Anabolic Edge (120 tablets) By: Palo Alto Labs
Jack3d - JACK3D (Jacked 45 servings) By: USPLabs (pre-workout)
DominATP - DominATP + FREE Refresh (500 grams) By: USPowders (pre-workout)
ECA - 1x-2x /day
Acetyl L-Carnitine & Alpha-Lipoid Acid (Pre-cardio)
Xtend - Xtend (90 servings) By: Scivation + Magnesium + Vitamin C (post-cardio)
Fish Oil
NAC - on days when I eat tuna to aid with heavy metal chelation.
I'll be sure to comment on any updates to my supplement intake.
I'll periodically post pictures as well so that I/we can visually track my progress.
Time to get this thing started. :twisted:
Why a log?
To monitor my progress as I train for OCS. Hopefully I get the invite in January. A few things have to happen for me to go:
1) Weight < 186lb
This portion of the requirements has been taken care of already. Back in May when I first started this journey I was weighing in at 200lb. I'm currently 180+/- in the mornings so now it's just a matter of recomping to make this weight as solid as possible.
2) Pullups - 20 w/o coming off bar
This portion is already taken care of as well. Back in March I could do sets of 3. After achieving the 20 pullup mark I've switched to weighted pullups to aid with making 20 that much easier. I'll still test the set of 20 periodically as well to make sure I'm not falling off the wagon.
3) Situps - 100 in 2 minutes
When I first attempted the PFT in May I was able to get mid 70s in two minutes. I've never been an ab guy but after that attempt I've certainly worked hard to build up my core.
4) Running - 3 miles in ~23 minutes
When I first attempted the PFT with the other applicants I finished 3 miles in about 27:30. I've since began running every other day around my neighborhood. My current route is 2.7 miles and VERY hilly. My current time on this route is 26:30. I know that were this to be transferred to a flat 3 miles it would be closer to that 23 minute mark. If I ever get a Friday off (one coming up in 10 days,) I intend to run with the other OCS applicants at a local lake which is a relatively flat course. It should also be noted that I would REALLY like to see 3 miles in 18 minutes.
Needless to say, I have my work cut out for me. To help me achieve my goals I will be taking a few products. But before I get into that, let's go over diet.
Diet:
~2500 calories/day
Moderately Low Carbs (~100-180/day)
Moderate Protein (~180/day)
Moderate Fats (~100-150/day)
Tuna was on sale at Kroger ($0.50/can,) so it's back on the menu (Sorry Chuck.) I also eat ALOT of pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, almonds, and walnuts. Occasionally I'll do fruit, bread, etc. but my main carb source is oats which I try to limit to breakfast, and occasionally pre or post workout depending on the time of day. On fattier days I eat fewer carbs, carb-ier (new word) days I eat fewer fats. Protein stays about the same every day. I do my best to keep the fats and carbs separate.
Current Supplement List:
Opti-Men - Opti-Men (180 tabs) By: Optimum Nutrition
Uni-Liver - Uni-Liver (500 tabs) By: Universal Nutrition
Dermatherm Target - DermaTherm Target (7.5oz) By: Primordial Performance
Anabolic Edge - Anabolic Edge (120 tablets) By: Palo Alto Labs
Jack3d - JACK3D (Jacked 45 servings) By: USPLabs (pre-workout)
DominATP - DominATP + FREE Refresh (500 grams) By: USPowders (pre-workout)
ECA - 1x-2x /day
Acetyl L-Carnitine & Alpha-Lipoid Acid (Pre-cardio)
Xtend - Xtend (90 servings) By: Scivation + Magnesium + Vitamin C (post-cardio)
Fish Oil
NAC - on days when I eat tuna to aid with heavy metal chelation.
I'll be sure to comment on any updates to my supplement intake.
I'll periodically post pictures as well so that I/we can visually track my progress.
Time to get this thing started. :twisted: