damn really solid start for a cycle.
have fun.
also one thing i would do if i were you: for the next few days dont eat ANY carbs. you should really do it for 2 weeks prior a cycle for really good gains. its called cycle priming
PCT:
clomid 100mg 7 days, than 50mg for 3 weeks
nolva 40mg for 7 days, 20mg for 3weeks
natty test booster if u want..
Thanks for the suggestion bro. There is a lot of information out that is new to me. I've researched Carb Cycling/Priming and think it would be a great thing to use in the future. I'd want to do it for at leat 6 weeks. I'll likely use this method after recovering from this cycle, leading into my next cycle later 2011. Here's some usefull info regarding Priming since we've broached the subject:
• Priming creates a very anabolic state in the body so muscle gain is quick and intense at the start of a cycle. ₁ ₂ ₃ ₄
• Diet down to loose fat prior to a cycle. ₁ ₂ ₃ ₄
• 3 day low carb (40% less than normal) / 1 day high (15% higher than normal)(Load day). ₁ ₂ ₃ ₄
• Muscle can be lost. ₁ ₂ ₃
• Last 5 days prior to the cycle should be low carb days. ₁ ₄
• A common problem with reducing carbs is that over time the metabolic rate can and will begin to adapt, when carbs stay low for an extended period of time usually at the 7 day mark and up, fat cells attempt to hold on by resisting the release of fatty acids, levels of lipoprotien lipase tend to rise and thyroid levels drop, these both effect overall basal metabolism and are part of the starvation response which off sets reductions in energy intake and is very common to muscle wastage. The high carb day interrupts the starvation response which restores thyroid levels back to normal while also suppressing the fat storing enzyme lipoprotein and stops muscle waste. ₂
• Weight training during carb cycling should be nothing more than a maintenance routine. ₄
• Remember, glycogen levels must become grossly depleted during the weekly rotation to ensure the proper response from a carbohydrate load. Be careful of total calorie intake – results gained by obtaining low carbohydrate can be diverted if total calorie intake is too high; this can negatively affect the depletion phase. ₄
• Total calorie intake during this period can be very high – some can eat well over 6,000 calories and still burn fat! Any high-fat cravings should be curbed within the first several hours of the carbohydrate load. Studies show fat gain during this time is very low since the body is more interested in replenishing itself than it is in storing fat. As you advance through the carbohydrate load, high fat foods are more likely to be stored as fat. ₄
• Weight fluctuations vary based on the athletes lean body mass. It is common for many to re-gain six to 10 pounds after a carbohydrate load due; much of this is due to the concurrent water uptake required to store the excess supply of glycogen. During the depletion week, it is common for many to lose seven to 12 pounds – roughly netting one or two pounds of fat loss per week with the rest of the weight composed mostly of dropped water. ₄
• The carbohydrate load also provides a key opportunity to train heavy and possibly make some gains in limit strength. A succeeding power training day is a great opportunity to accurately gauge muscle wasting or drops in limit strength. An abbreviated full body workout can be used with great success. All of the lifts should stay strong or possibly get stronger – use a workout journal! ₄
• Proper priming generally last about six to eight weeks, pre-cycle. ₄
• Proviron and Bromocriptine can be very helpful for sustaining muscle mass and fat metabolism. Proviron helps to support natural testosterone levels during a calorie restricted diet. Bromocriptine helps support suitable hormone levels while training to metabolize body fat; in addition to dulling hunger pangs. Either drug can help trick your body from trying to put a stopper on fat loss and limit muscle wasting. Unfortunately, Bromocriptine is notorious for bad side effects, such as decreased appetite and nausea. This drug should be tapered up and only administered in the mornings, to avoid uncomfortable side effects. Exogenous insulin can help carbohydrate loads – especially brief loads under 24 hours – by increasing faster glycogen storage. ₄
Sources Referenced:
1. Steroidology.com
2. GMJbodybuilding.com
3. Steroid.com
4. Warriorfx.com
I'm thinking of getting some more nolvadex just to have on hand to use on cycle in case any sides begin to show, mainly gyno.
