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Hey guys,
Thought I’d start my current cycle log. My plan is to step on stage for the first time next year if I’m in shape for it , but I never feel ready
. About a month ago I finished a bulking phase (after PCT) and went back on PEDs. I was sitting at 95 kg at the start, and now my focus is to cut down as much as possible before starting a longer bulk.
Over the next year, my initial goal was to push for a lean 100 kg stage weight, but realistically, I think it’s more likely I’ll end up in the 92–95 kg range in the best condition I can bring. Later in the bulk, I’d still love to break the 100 kg mark with a reasonable body fat percentage.
1. Starting Stats
Age: 32
Weight: Start 95 kg → Current 89 kg
Height: 174 cm
Goal of the cycle: Current goal is to cut as much as possible before a long bulk. Final goal is to reach a lean 100 kg by this time next year and compete for the first time.
2. PEDs Protocol
Total duration: Planned 12–16 weeks (currently in week 4), depending on results.
Weeks 1–12 (current):
– Testosterone Enanthate – 325 mg/week (Driada)
– DHB – 300 mg/week (Driada)
No fat burners like clen or T3/T4 for now – I don’t want to stress my thyroid or heart unnecessarily. I’m relying mainly on diet and training. Anastrozole is on hand if needed. Since we’re expecting a baby, I decided not to add HCG this time, though I might consider it later.
3. Training & Nutrition
Currently running a 6x/week PPL split, using John Meadows’ Avalanche program (posted about it here: link), plus 5–6 sessions of LISS cardio per week.
Training background: Started lifting at 13, did competitive Olympic weightlifting until 15. From then until 2019, I trained mainly for general fitness and fun. In 2019, I got sick and dropped from 80 kg to 61 kg. From then until 2022, I gained my weight back without PEDs (more on that here: link). Using PEDs from 2022.
Nutrition – Carb cycling approach:
4. Progress & Notes
So far I’ve dropped around 6 kg. DHB is slowly starting to kick in – better pumps in the gym, veins becoming more visible (could also be diet-related).But what is definetly related to DHB is strength, it is increasing steadily based on training, even on low-carb days, which I didn’t fully expect.
Side effects: None so far. No PIP from DHB (thankfully). Slightly elevated hematocrit – I’m donating blood this Thursday (do it every 3 months), so that should be under control. Liver enzymes were slightly elevated last time, but nothing alarming and likely training-related.
Photos:
– Starting condition
Today’s push/pump after workout
Thought I’d start my current cycle log. My plan is to step on stage for the first time next year if I’m in shape for it , but I never feel ready
. About a month ago I finished a bulking phase (after PCT) and went back on PEDs. I was sitting at 95 kg at the start, and now my focus is to cut down as much as possible before starting a longer bulk.Over the next year, my initial goal was to push for a lean 100 kg stage weight, but realistically, I think it’s more likely I’ll end up in the 92–95 kg range in the best condition I can bring. Later in the bulk, I’d still love to break the 100 kg mark with a reasonable body fat percentage.
1. Starting Stats
Age: 32
Weight: Start 95 kg → Current 89 kg
Height: 174 cm
Goal of the cycle: Current goal is to cut as much as possible before a long bulk. Final goal is to reach a lean 100 kg by this time next year and compete for the first time.
2. PEDs Protocol
Total duration: Planned 12–16 weeks (currently in week 4), depending on results.
Weeks 1–12 (current):
– Testosterone Enanthate – 325 mg/week (Driada)
– DHB – 300 mg/week (Driada)
No fat burners like clen or T3/T4 for now – I don’t want to stress my thyroid or heart unnecessarily. I’m relying mainly on diet and training. Anastrozole is on hand if needed. Since we’re expecting a baby, I decided not to add HCG this time, though I might consider it later.
3. Training & Nutrition
Currently running a 6x/week PPL split, using John Meadows’ Avalanche program (posted about it here: link), plus 5–6 sessions of LISS cardio per week.
Training background: Started lifting at 13, did competitive Olympic weightlifting until 15. From then until 2019, I trained mainly for general fitness and fun. In 2019, I got sick and dropped from 80 kg to 61 kg. From then until 2022, I gained my weight back without PEDs (more on that here: link). Using PEDs from 2022.
Nutrition – Carb cycling approach:
- High carb days: 450–500 g carbs, 50 g fat, 280 g protein, ~30 g fiber
- Low carb days: 70–100 g carbs, 100 g fat, 280 g protein, ~30 g fiber
- Medium days: ~200–300 g carbs, fats up to 80 g, protein around 280 g
4. Progress & Notes
So far I’ve dropped around 6 kg. DHB is slowly starting to kick in – better pumps in the gym, veins becoming more visible (could also be diet-related).But what is definetly related to DHB is strength, it is increasing steadily based on training, even on low-carb days, which I didn’t fully expect.
Side effects: None so far. No PIP from DHB (thankfully). Slightly elevated hematocrit – I’m donating blood this Thursday (do it every 3 months), so that should be under control. Liver enzymes were slightly elevated last time, but nothing alarming and likely training-related.
Photos:
– Starting condition
Today’s push/pump after workout
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. Feeling good, strength is holding up despite the cut. Pumps are still crazy.
Meadows Row – 2 work sets (activation + pump)
Incline Dumbbell Row – 3 work sets (supramax pump)
Chest Pulls – 3 work sets (upper back focus)
Dumbbell Pullover with Band – 3 work sets (stretch + long length)
Barbell Hyperextensions – 3 work sets (posterior chain)
Crunches – 3 work sets (core)
Barbell Curl – 4 work sets (plus dropset)
Pinwheel Curl – 3 work sets (biceps finisher)
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I just hope I can keep this through the whole cut. Hematocrit’s definitely on my radar , usually stays under control with blood donations, and I also give big credit to Prestarium, the ACE inhibitor, since it reduces EPO stimulation, plus solid hydration. BP stays stable throughout the day, usually 112–130 / 65–80, so no worries there.
