
Originally Posted by
whodeysay
Thanks for the input.
Times Roman, when you say pin based off the fastest burning ester, would you recommend then pinning every 3rd day.(175mg monday, 175mg Friday) - NO. Your fastest burning esther is the A, which means you will have the distinct pleasure of pinning daily.Also, been hearing about HCG this and that but why is it so important? I know it keeps your natural test up but is it ABSOLUTELY a must? I've heard of many people doing Sust WITHOUT HCG and they have had success with the cycle as well as PCT. Another is I don't know where to find HCG. - Taking HCG is based on your needs as a person. For me, I'm on TRT, and I've had the vasectomy, and the only benefit to me would be cosmetically maintaining testicular size. I see no reason why I would consider taking HCG, period. But you must make your own decision.
Also, how do I know my diet is in check? I've been tracking macros, dieting and bulking for 2 years now and have found my sweet spot (c,f,p ratio). I know what works for me. Since on the subject, would you recommend a full blown bulk (800+ surplus calories a day) or could I get away with doing a more steady 200-300 lean bulk? Could I be in a deficit and still gain muscle?
if you cut (going below TDEE), you will lose mostly BF, (assuming everything else is in place), but you WILL lose some muscle. If you want to keep the muscle, and maintain your weight by recomping, then eat AT TDEE. As far as the degree of caloric surplus over TDEE for bulking, it really is a function of how much fat you are willing to tolerate. (And how easily you lose fat when you focus on this). For some, they dirty bulk when it's cold out (1/2 autumn, winter) and cut when it warms up. There are many that will swear by this. But it also means dynamic weight change, which is not healthy in the long run, as it strains the body. For me, I'll be bumping up over TDEE here in a couple of months, after I've finished my recomp, and I'll probably go maybe 150 cals/day over TDEE. My limitation is the arthritis in my back. I'm 210 right now, and I could probably get to 250 by summers end (September/October), but the more I weigh, the more it hurts. So I'm learning to be very cautious with adding fat.
Thanks again. Open ears (or eyes) here