Back in the gym today after an 8 week break. I weighed in at 242. BF unknown, but I would say it is still in the single digits. Still looking a little tight, but that fullness is gone.. My strength has gone down some, but nothing to have a nervous breakdown over.
I just stuck to the basics and did not try anything heroic or exotic.
I did morning cardio for 30 minutes at a moderate pace, just to get the blood flowing and to funnel oxygen to my muscles.
1). 3 sets of incline bench 315 for 10
2). 3 sets of incline bench 315 for 10 but adjusted the angle
3). 3 sets of flat bench 325 for 10
4). 3 sets decline bech 275 for 10
12 sets and I was gone.. No need to overtrain..
Note* I don't do under 10 reps for a set.. Will get to 15 reps a set with this same weight. Contrary to popular belief, reps get you jacked..
Note* I did more inclines because us amateurs lack upper chest. Stuck to basic movements. Will integrate other exercises as I go.. No need to do anything else right now.
Diet is not dialed in because of the proverbial and dreaded holidays that are fast approaching.. It's hard to turn down homemade Italian food (if anyone can relate), so I will not lock in until after the holidays. Once I lock in I don't deviate from that path, hence, I will wait to "really" lock in on my diet to after the holidays. Nevetheless, I did eat a couple quality meals today. I had egg whites, flounder, and sirloin.. Will eat whatever I want for right now as long as I feel I'm taking in an ample amount of protein.
Goal: 250-252 @ 4% by mid July, and I know I will get there!!