BCBuilder
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65 mins a day, 32.5 mins fasted am and then 32.5 post training, all steady state on stairmaster
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BcBuilders April 2023 show prep
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You've got a ton of headroom there before it gets excessive. If the goal is better, then crank it up. 60 fasted 30 later in the day. If you're happy with where you're at then that's your decision to make.
killionb12
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I would cut those fats down. Drop it down by 10-15 grams and just do protein and greens with the no carb meals. It will suck but do that for last 10 days before peak week and I bet you will see some rapid changes along with the extra cardio recommendation. You can move carbs around workout or before it to help with getting through it. @Evom1
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BCBuilder
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Noted, I will make sure i can handle this cardio increase and then look at pulling from there next, already so uncomfortable what's a little more? Lol
Ryu82
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Keep on it man. Get the first one under your belt to know what you are capable of and what you might need to do next round.
How does your posing routine feel?
Side note, try to keep the environment for your check in photos consistent. (time of day, lighting, etc)
How does your posing routine feel?
Side note, try to keep the environment for your check in photos consistent. (time of day, lighting, etc)
Discomfort is the name of the game.
I'd normally not recommend a cardio bump so big but with only a couple weeks left it's time to go.
Note that pushing harder now requires more discipline in the rebound/time post show to avoid blowing up with adema and fat gain.
Most competitors never truly push to get stage lean and never maintain their discipline post show. Do both and you'll at a minimum expand your capacity to suffer for a goal.
@BCBuilder the two guys I tagged who chimed in are both very successful high level bodybuilders, both pros. You can check out their logs on here.
Definitely have a lot of respect for them so if you think you've got it in you, apply their advice and kill it in two weeks man!!!
Definitely have a lot of respect for them so if you think you've got it in you, apply their advice and kill it in two weeks man!!!
killionb12
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Yeah I’m sure you feel like death, keep grinding man, almost there. @Mac11wildcat is spot on here, definitely follow his advice. That rebound can do wonders for growth and improved composition leading into next growth phase!
BCBuilder
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@Evom1 @Mac11wildcat @Ryu82 @killionb12
All of your guys advice and encouragement goes a long way. I won't let it be wasted, headed to do my 60 fasted right now
All of your guys advice and encouragement goes a long way. I won't let it be wasted, headed to do my 60 fasted right now
Shivathedestroyer
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This is why it’s not a good idea to sign up for a show and pay in advance. You can literally sign up for a show a week before.
Also not trying to be rude at all but I agree you’re not really looking like you’re 2 weeks out from a show.
There’s not a ton left to do the last 2 weeks, imo you should be stage ready before 2 weeks out and then you’re just dialing in the final touches the last few weeks. Nothing magical happens during that time.
Use it as a learning experience for your next show.
This was one of the reasons I had initially asked if you had a coach, I wasn’t trying to come in here and rain on your parade by telling you you’re not on track timeline wise.
Use it as a learning experience for your next prep and prepare better in advance before signing up for the show date
BCBuilder
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Well gents, I'm happy with what I have done. Stepping on stage tomorrow and I'm incredibly proud of what I have achieved in the past 15 weeks. Today was a low of 216 and as I continue to carb I continue to be impressed by my fill out. I will post a more detailed update tomorrow after I compete, but win or lose I'm proud to say I worked my ass off and I am thankful to people like @Evom1 and @Mac11wildcat and the countless others that have given me advice and given me reality checks when required
Ryu82
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Good luck man and enjoy the show.
Hell yeah man get out there and have a blast. Smile and focus on the head judge!
Best of luck bud. Enjoy the show.
Good luck man!
BCBuilder
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I just had Ron (head Olympia judge) mouth great genetics to me as I finished my posing for my junior showing. First run of three shows done, they kept me towards the middle, I will have more pictures to post after the show finishes, but from what I can tell I'm doing quite well. I have one one of my classes and I gave a good feeling I'm taking at least 2
BCBuilder
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1st show down, fist medal won. I took first in juniors,and I will be back for many more.
Ryu82
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Well done man.
BCBuilder
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Found a new coach, we are now moving on to rebound and growth for a subsequent show this time next year. Plan is slight surplus, lower test dose, get to a healthier state with less stress while building tissue with the rebound, then 6 months of growth and then move into show phase again is the broad plan moving forwards. I want to thank all of you for helping me see further than the first show. This is a stepping stone, the cost of entry
