wait times

[Nephets]

Lets assume you are running a 12wk cycle (beginner cycle) and plan on doing all the proper hcg and pct to put on as much mass as possible. How long after your pct would you keep your calories high before you started your cut. I guess what im wondering is how long would you wait to 'solidify' those gains before you would risk cutting calories.

[Jonbana]

I would keep calories and everything the same for 6-8 weeks past PCT so let your body adapt specially since PCT is a hard time on your body

[numbere]

When I PCT I eat like I'm bulking.

When PCT is over I go back to maintenance calories.

If you bulk for say 12 weeks plus another 2 weeks during the washout period then another 4 through PCT and 6-8 more you'll be bulking for 24-26 weeks.

[Nephets]

that's what I was thinking.lol. so in your opinion, you can go into a calorie deficit after pct and still maintain a majority of your gains if you're training properly?

[numbere]

that's what I was thinking.lol. so in your opinion, you can go into a calorie deficit after pct and still maintain a majority of your gains if you're training properly?

Unfortunately your question is so situational no one can give you a definite answer.

Everyone resets at a different rate and it's also cycle dependent.

I think you'd be best served by eating above maintenance through PCT then drop down to maintenance after PCT then see how you feel.

You may feel great soon after PCT and be able to cut shortly after, but more than likely you'll have to wait a few weeks until you feel and recover like your normal self.

[Nephets]

Sounds reasonable.

[numbere]

Sounds reasonable.

One more thing, your growth window is still open during PCT enough though you're no longer taking androgens.

If you keep sessions intense and short while getting your macros and enough rest you can continue adding muscle tissue through PCT.

[bjohnson267]

Hi All,

New to this as well. I searched the forum so I hope I am in the right place.

I have a follow-up question to this topic. After completing the PCT for the newbie cycle. I understand it recommended to continue to wait before beginning another say "similar cycle" in order to let you natural testosterone production levels recover properly.

Does anyone have a recommendation or approximate wait time post PCT before beginning again? I know you should get blood work done to check progress and consistency but I wasn't sure if there is any recommendations for how long?

Just trying to be safe.

Thanks for any suggestions,
Brad

[Nephets]

typically its cycle time plus pct equals time between cycles. so 12 wk test cycle plus 4wk pct is 16 weeks before you would start another cycle.

[Charlie67]

Nephets is correct.

If you haven't read this, you should consider doing so... and note the FAQ at the bottom.

http://forums.steroid.com/anabolic-s...rst-cycle.html

[bjohnson267]

Thanks guys, I really appreciate the info and advice.