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Bulk phase #2
jimlambrt2
Posts: 58 Member
I'm ready for my next bulk phase. My current weight is 152# at 8%BF and my goal weight is 165# at 10%BF. I'll try to keep this thread up to date with my progress, during the bulk.
I just had my first hydrostatic body composition analysis done and here are the vital stats:
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Age: 49
Weight: 152 lbs
Height: 66"
Body fat%: 8.8%
Lean body mass%: 91.2%
Fat body mass: 13.37 lbs
Lean body mass: 138.63 lbs
Here are some pics of my progress over time.
I started my journey at 180# in July of 2012
I started my first bulk at 137# in July of 2013
Finished my first bulk at 155# at the end of December 2013
Current weight of 152# and 8%BF
I just had my first hydrostatic body composition analysis done and here are the vital stats:
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Age: 49
Weight: 152 lbs
Height: 66"
Body fat%: 8.8%
Lean body mass%: 91.2%
Fat body mass: 13.37 lbs
Lean body mass: 138.63 lbs
Here are some pics of my progress over time.
I started my journey at 180# in July of 2012
I started my first bulk at 137# in July of 2013
Finished my first bulk at 155# at the end of December 2013
Current weight of 152# and 8%BF
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Wow!0
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I had not seen your 'before' pic previously - fantastic progress!.0
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Update: I just finished a two month paleo challenge. I am the same weight as when I started (152#), even though I ate a reasonable surplus during the challenge. I'll be adding dairy back to my diet the next week or so.. if I don't start gaining again, I'll up my intake.
What did I learn during my time eating strict paleo? I missed having pancakes once a week and cheese every day. That's about it.
The biggest news: I just finished a 12 wk Oly lifting cycle and set two PRs:
135# Snatch
185# Clean and Jerk
My snatch technique made the most progress. I still have a long way to go with the C&J.0 -
Update: my weight is 154.6# My progress is slow but steady.
I just finished the Smolov base mesocycle squat cycle with a 1RM of 315#. I am very happy to add 20# to my squat during a 4wk cycle and I'm pretty excited to see what happens during the next two cycles.0 -
Here's the most recent pic at 154.6#
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Nice work!
Thanks for the update.0 -
Oh my goodness, you're freaking amazing! Nice work! ♡0
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I gained 2# in the past 4 wks, which is a pretty ideal rate of gain IMO. Here I am at 155.4#0
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I remember your first bulk from a year ago or so. Good to see that you are still kicking *kitten*.0
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Excellent.0
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Awesome!0
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157 and I'm done with the bulk for a bit. I need a break from focusing on working out and FOOD. I'll probably maintain for a few wks and then decide whether to continue with the bulk or do a 5# cut. I'm on the fence right now.
I tweaked my knee a couple wks ago and it's been very frustrating during my workouts. Sometimes it feels great and then the next day it's so sore. At 49 yrs old, it takes a long time to heal, so I need to be patient... it could be months before the knee is back to normal.
On a happier note, I PRd my front squat last night (bad knee and all) at 265#.
Also, here's a vid of my first legless rope climb. (sorry I don't know how to do a proper hyperlink here, so you'll have to copy the link below)
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=10203411263736999&l=52187922739261890950 -
Nice work on the rope. I gotta hang a rope in my garage sometime and try it out.0
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Where can I get a hydrostatic body composition? Btw, kick *kitten*!0
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Congrats and thanks for the update.
I understand the need for a break. I'm 41 and strained my shoulder labrum during my bulk. I've gained ~10lbs from my low 4 months and have feel like I've been stuffing myself every night. I'm taking a bulking break for the next month until I get my shoulder looked at again.0 -
Where can I get a hydrostatic body composition? Btw, kick *kitten*!
I was tested by a mobile testing service from www.fitnesswave.com A local CrossFit box scheduled a service out of New York and opened it up to the public. Basically it's a commercial box truck that is a self-contained hydrostatic testing facility. Very professional.0 -
Where can I get a hydrostatic body composition? Btw, kick *kitten*!
I was tested by a mobile testing service from www.fitnesswave.com A local CrossFit box scheduled a service out of New York and opened it up to the public. Basically it's a commercial box truck that is a self-contained hydrostatic testing facility. Very professional.
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Here's what 157# looks like.0
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