My new training/supplement log
As some of you know, I’m currently cutting to walk on stage this fall for my first natural bodybuilding show. I had a failed attempt last year after suffering a broken tailbone which greatly limited my leg training. Obviously, when making choices in supplementation at this point in my prep I’m not taking chances. I make my choices based on sound formulation and not the moronic broscience we see perpetuated daily that infests our forum community and defames the supplement industry’s image among the masses.
Fortunately, Designer Supplements has given me full reign to review this product which means I’ll be 100% honest. For some of you that know my history here, I don’t bullshit on reviews and if a product sucks or is mislabeled I’ll let it be known.
I’d like to thank both Designer Supplements and Gaspari Nutrition for sponsoring this log. I’d also like to thank Doug Miller from Core Nutritionals for granting me permission to review Core ABC as well. Just to quell any suspicions, all products were purchased by me except for those provided by Gaspari Nutrition and Designer Supplements.
Designer Supplements Lean Xtreme
Gaspari Nutrition Thyrotabs
Designer Supplements ActivaTe Xtreme
Twinlab Daily One without Iron
Core Nutritionals ABC (please check this out)
Gaspari Nutrition SizeON
Unique Nutrition Piracetam Powder
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At present I’m following a modified carb cycling nutritional protocol. Essentially, on off days I’m eating about 2600 calories with no carbs, two days I’m eating really low carbs (120 grams) at around 3200 calories, and two moderate days (200 grams) at around 3000 calories. Yes, there is a rhyme and reason for this but unfortunately I won’t be posting the exact meal layout but will be posting my macro break down to assist any of you interested.
Here is my shopping list and the only foods I keep in my house:
Chicken
Tilapia
Eggs
Beef Tenderloin
Spinach
Broccoli
Trader Joe’s Cashew & Macadamia Nut Butter
Raw Almonds
Diet Dr. Pepper
Crystal Lite
Starbuck’s Coffee
Quaker Oats
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At present I am training by instinct. I don’t plan my workouts before getting to the gym and only stick to my training split. Some days you will see some heavy power lifting others you will see insane giant set shock training. I keep it loose and listen to what my body is telling me. Since recovery is limited I do what my body tells me but I assure you I am giving 110% every day.
As far as cardio is concerned, I am only doing 1 hour of brisk walking in the mornings. I might add some occasional HIT sessions post workout to up the metabolism a bit but I don’t follow anything strict. Once again, I listen to my body.
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…… …..Quads, hams, calves
Day 2: ……………………………………..
…… …….Chest, Triceps, Abs
Day 3: ……………………………………..
…… ………………………..Off
Day 4. ……………………………………..
…… ………….Back, Bi’s, Abs
Day 5: ……………………………………..
…… ….Quads, Hams, Calves
Day 6 : Shoulders, Upperback/Traps, Arms (3 sets each supersetted)
Day 7: ……………………………………..
…… ………………………..Off
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There are none. I gladly invite anyone to ask any variety of questions because I do like these logs to be educational. You can spam, joke around, or give me advice. Just don’t be a punk.
*yes I do make my own GIFs.
