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  1. Firmanator

    Is it possible

    That formula is as helpful as a BMI chart. There are many factors affecting a persons physique potential, such as muscle belly type, bone structure, etc. It cannot be restricted to height Vs weight. Also, I don't believe in maximum potential. I do believe that it takes more effort to gain later...
  2. Firmanator

    Is it possible

    There are definitely "natural" guys that have taken anabolics in the past and then years later will test clean. It sucks for us lifetime naturals, and yeah, I don't believe you're natural anymore after you've done it. Sure you'll lose some size if you're not cycling back on, but once you've...
  3. Firmanator

    How often do natural BB's sneak in a little GH?

    There's not as much, sure, but it's increasing. For most of us, we find value in knowing that everything we have is the result of years of work, unassisted. We push ourselves to new heights continuously, and some do well enough to succeed in untested shows. that is enough reward for me, and if I...
  4. Firmanator

    How often do natural BB's sneak in a little GH?

    There's def some orgs that don't test everyone, or just test winners. Or some don't even send in samples for testing. But most do, even tho some dbags cheat and get past it anyway. But I've learned that for the most part, natural athletes are proud of what they have achieved naturally, and most...
  5. Firmanator

    Is it possible

    Yeah sure you can if you're a big dude. But even at those numbers, you're still "only" 190 lbs lean body mass lol. But yeah if you were around 250 then dieted down you might be around 200-205 or so, shredded. Typically I don't like getting higher than 11-12% bf, because it's easier to monitor...
  6. Firmanator

    Trying to gain, Stuck at weight

    Agree^ I never saw those numbers...your protein is fine, even a bit excessive. Carbs are lacking and fat is definitely lacking. I'd double the fat at the least
  7. Firmanator

    Is it possible

    Yeah not much of a chance. There's only a handful of ifbb pros that claim to be natural and none are near the top. Agree that a lot of natural pros are not over 200 on stage, and the untested guys are pushing 250-300 onstage. BIG difference
  8. Firmanator

    Advise please

    Yup ive heard of that before and I appreciate you bringing actual research info into this. I do Know there are different ways of doing things. You did say you take bcaas preworkout though which I do recommend if you train fasted. I still don't see fasted training as being better than nonfasted...
  9. Firmanator

    Advise please

    No prob Preston. Take it easy
  10. Firmanator

    Advise please

    If you're worried about your stomach, you might try just having a fruit beforehand for a bit of carbs, instead of a full meal
  11. Firmanator

    Advise please

    And if you do decide not to have an actual meal, I'd at least have some bcaas before lifting. Good luck man
  12. Firmanator

    Advise please

    Youre calling me kid, but im condescending just because i find all this humorous....oh well Op, Why not combine meal 1 with pre supps, and/or shrink meal sizes/caloric amounts.
  13. Firmanator

    Advise please

    Yup can't help but laugh, I'm sorry
  14. Firmanator

    Advise please

    Haha, ok well I'm done since I've said what I wanted to say. If you think it works for you then keep doin what youre doin
  15. Firmanator

    Advise please

    What do you think your body is running on all night.....of course it won't all be burned but some will, and blood sugar will be depleted. Sure you can lift without having a meal before, in the morning. But is it optimal? I believe it is not, and do not see the advantage of lifting fasted. Also...
  16. Firmanator

    Advise please

    Look at the last two lines that you quoted....in 6-8 hours protein synthesis will pretty much be over and blood sugar will definitely be low. I guess you really can lead a horse to water but can't make him drink...so do whatever you want. I will not advise fasted exercise nor will I perform it...
  17. Firmanator

    Advise please

    This is more aimed at cardio than lifting, but it applies for both since intense lifting is a cardio of sorts...have a read Invalid Link Removed
  18. Firmanator

    Advise please

    I disagree. So does the research on it
  19. Firmanator

    Advise please

    If you want to spare muscle breakdown then don't exercise fasted, especially in the morning when you're completely fasted. Carbs are needed for energy and to prevent the body from breaking down aminos (muscle) for energy.
  20. Firmanator

    Advise please

    First meal should always be first thing in the morning, carb+protein, especially when exercising shortly after.
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