Things that I have learned since ? Hmmmmm.......always trying to learn something......let's see'......
No 1 ......if isn't is broke don't fix it . If something is moving forward .[if you are getting bigger ,leaner , or stronger ] Don't stray from what you are doing . Take Steve Kuclo .......he did great with Justin Harris training DC style . But he let his girl and others make him think there was a better way despite how well he was doing with Justin and DC......since he's gone through several people and methods .......he still looking for the right combo and I think he had it all along . Training is not that hard .....if you are getting stronger , staying motivated , and feeling recovered you are good to go.There are no secret routine , maybe some better than others , And basics are the best , but everything works with consistant effort and nutrition .I do believe in perodization ........call it blasting and cruizing ......or whatever ......hit it hard till the wts aren't moving .....then back off and rest abit more .......start a little lighter than where you left off and keep pushing forward........consistancy is everything .....eat ,rest , recover , and train to get stronger.......the guys that have worked that into their lifetime lifestyle always look great throughout their lives. John meadows and Shelby are prime examples of this .........they don't miss meals ever ......and bust ass in the gym.......consistancy is KING!!!
Toggling is the key to progress......play with diet .......training ....and gear use .....The body doesn't like change and certainly doesn't want to become a huge muscular beast . It has adapted to create a hormonal response to your every move .......they way you counter this is simple .........Have a base training routine , diet philosophy , and gear protical [if you are enhanced ] ......stick with it ......but expect the counters that your body will come up with and beat it at it's own game.........With training ....use blasts and cruises .....with diet ....use fat loads .....carbs days .....fasts .....and cheat meals or days to your advantage .......and with gear .....stick with the basics .....but understand what you are trying to accomplish and the way to best your tools. The more I have learned about gh the more I realize that keep the doses constant is a mistake.....varried days off are needed .....peptides are smart compliments .......and so can be insulin......but do your research .....and understand what I am getting at here ......But with toggling ....you are going two steps forward one step back .....you are controlling your body and not letting it control you !!!
Recovery .....starts in the mind ........visualization is a must .....affirmations really help .....relaxation and meditation are key .....and yoga can be a real plus .......master the mind and the body will follow ......too many guys here missing the most important part of the puzzle .....Arnold was Arnold because of his mind period .....end of story ......much more than his genetics .[there have been many more gifted ,but only one Arnold] Sleep is also huge ......and I don't like perscription drugs for this .....work on relaxation.......get true protein's sleep aid ......use saunas , massage , jacuzzi's ect.......but put time into your mind , rest , and recovery .And watch your life change not just your physique ........
I could go on forever here ........seriously , there is so much I have seen and learned through the years ......I could go on and on.
One last thing off the top of my head .....is know when to say when......If you are near your strength thresholds , and have trouble adding to your lifts or gaining size despite doing everything right ......then depending on age or experience it might be time to say when ........some guys don't get that ....they just keep banging there head against the wall over and over ......the injuries start to pile up ......they start to look worse reguardless of what they do .......we are have our own genetic set points .....and yes ,we can push past them with higher and or smarter hormone proticals . But this is where the law of diminishing returns applies ......is risking your long term health or more injuries really worth it at that point ......every pro gets to that point and so will you .......the key is knowing when to say when ....down size ....be healthy ....and still enjoy the sport in a different capacity .........this is huge and having this awareness is different between a good experiece or a bad one in this endevor.[and remember ,some people peak at 21 ......ask Trey Brewer if I am lying ?]
Thats the update for now .....if you want more I am sure there is a ton to add......just don't ask for drug proticals and such ......I found my ideas through my own home work and so should you......don't play with hormones until you understand how they work and why you are doing what you are doing.
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