I'm 33yrs old, 5'6", 185lbs, 12-15%BF(rough estimate...have decent abbs when flexing, but alil luv handle, small amount of lower abb pudge), meso-ecto body type, lifting since 1998, 4 Test E cycles ( 2 within last 2 years). I plan on cycling 1-2 times per year
I'm definantly not a competitive BB, but do understand how to eat/prepare clean meals, count macros and cycle properly.
However, I do have a few questions about total caloric intake and macro ratios when on cycle, off cycle and during PCT .
About 8 years ago, I used to run about 3300cal at 40-40-20(P-C-F). I was able to put on size like crazy(without gear), but I've noticed that since I've gotten older, its easier to add fat around the midsection. Also, I feel that I'm probably near my genetic potential without using gear, making gains harder to achieve naturally. With it, obviously I could put on more size.
I've calculated my TDEE at 2700cal, but I'm unsure of what ratios protein/carb/fat I should run in order to stay "fairly" lean while off cycle.
On cycle, what should I do for total calorie intake and ratios? Keep in mind, I'm not trying to get as huge as possible. Last cycle was 400mg Test E for 10 weeks. I kept calories sort of low in efforts to minimize fat gain. I ended cycle at 194lbs. I was happy with that!
Then, I didn't eat enough during PCT.....and lost all gains of course....that sucked! How should I alter my diet during PCT? Readjust TDEE per new "end of cycle" weight? What about macro ratios?
When I was younger, all I had to do was eat A LOT...simple. It just seems that now, since I'm older, diet has become even more so important to gaining, keeping gains, staying lean, and everything in between!!
Please help guys!
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