nOva's cutting log

**novastepp** · 07-13-2006, 04:52 PM

Originally Posted by Big Broker 1

great job nova, i just started my diet this week and i must say to all that have never gone on a diet like this before it is not for the weak minded....1 week almost down 51 to go....lmao..more like 11 more to go

good luck to you mate

you'll do fine. just remember... bricks or shit?

**audis4** · 07-13-2006, 05:36 PM

Hey nova, one quick question....when you were on your cut (I'm sure there were those times when you felt like snacking; I dunno I never really get full after my meals) do you think that making several (3) cups worth of broccoli would harm your gains any? I realize that there ARE carbs in vegetables but wondering if something like broccoli could help keep me full yet yield the gains I am after (which is to get cut like yourself)?

Thanks man and good luck on the bulk!

**novastepp** · 07-13-2006, 07:01 PM

i would drink sugar free metamucil when i was really having a hard time with hunger. brocolli won't hurt you, but don't have too much, its a cutting diet and when ur hungry for a time before your next meal its you burning fat, remember that, and then i would go back to what 1buffsob told me "drink a glass of water and suck it up!"

**audis4** · 07-13-2006, 07:18 PM

alright, I will take your advise! crap, I hate being hungry haha.

**novastepp** · 07-13-2006, 07:30 PM

so did i, but fight through it baby!!!!

**ph34rsh4ck** · 07-13-2006, 10:52 PM

5.5% bf?? no offense, great results and fantastic job stayin dedicated, but to me that looks a lil more like around 8...?

**audis4** · 07-14-2006, 08:34 AM

ya he WAS probly 8% before the cut. You definitely look in the LOW LOW BF % now nova!
My buddy is about 8% and has no where near the definition Nova has now.
Great Job Nova!!!

**IBdmfkr** · 07-14-2006, 09:03 AM

Originally Posted by ph34rsh4ck

5.5% bf?? no offense, great results and fantastic job stayin dedicated, but to me that looks a lil more like around 8...?

He's deff lower than 8%.. I'm at 6.5-7% right now and he is showing more striations etc... Hard to tell at lower percentages, everyone holds it differently.

**novastepp** · 07-14-2006, 03:06 PM

Originally Posted by ph34rsh4ck

5.5% bf?? no offense, great results and fantastic job stayin dedicated, but to me that looks a lil more like around 8...?

i had a hydrostatic test and a 7point caliber test done, so i'm sure i'm about right. but hey thanks for commenting.

**novastepp** · 07-14-2006, 03:07 PM

Originally Posted by audis4

ya he WAS probly 8% before the cut. You definitely look in the LOW LOW BF % now nova!
My buddy is about 8% and has no where near the definition Nova has now.
Great Job Nova!!!

thanks a lot man. it was hard work and in any case it payed off BIG TIME

**novastepp** · 11-27-2006, 01:39 PM

this thread is coming back from the dead...

i am beginning to get back into cutting mode. am cardio, post workout cardio, and eating a little less. i am still eating about 3400 calories a day but i think i can lose fat with cardio. in any case, in 2 weeks i should have pics up. as of right now...

5'9"
207lbs
proally a little less than 10% bf (maybe)
17 inch biceps
16.5 inch calves
18.5 inch neck
22.5 inch lower thigh
25 inch upper thigh

31.5 inch waist

**novastepp** · 11-27-2006, 01:41 PM

oh, and i use this for motivation and to keep myself dedicated. comment if you wish.

**Myka** · 11-27-2006, 02:28 PM

nova you are my idol

**novastepp** · 11-28-2006, 07:14 PM

haha thanks bro. how you been?

i am hoping to lose a lil fat now and maintain my newly acquired size. hope to talk to you soon main...

**xnotoriousx** · 02-17-2009, 08:43 PM

Man, I know this shit is old as hell, but after reading the whole thing I had to post and say I admire your hard work all the way around. Great thread. What are you up to now days?

**novastepp** · 02-17-2009, 08:50 PM

Originally Posted by xnotoriousx

Man, I know this shit is old as hell, but after reading the whole thing I had to post and say I admire your hard work all the way around. Great thread. What are you up to now days?

thanks. yeah this was my first go at a real diet and training situation, and it worked out very nicely.

My measurements are bigger all around, but I can't be entirely sure as to exact numbers. I think my thighs are hovering around 28 inches, but not quite. I'm weighing in at around 225 and probably 10-12ish% bodyfat at the moment. nearly 18 inch biceps... but I HAVE LATS NOW. haha. and my chest has grown a lot too. growing is a long process, but I've made some good progress over the years. I will be cutting again this late spring, to get to a super lean 210lbs..., and possibly make another log???

thanks for the bump. maybe it will help show folks what a little dedication can do.

**xnotoriousx** · 02-17-2009, 10:22 PM

Yeah those wheels really stand out, nice thread man. Clearly a showcase of what time and effort can achieve. I can't wait to start my cut. Started at 185, now at 197 and leaner then before so I know i'm on the right track. This makes me want to start a log as well, when the time presents itself.