First Cycle - Test Cyp

[rockyourroll]

Hello. About to place an order for the goods required in my first cycle and wanted to get some input. I've been doing a lot of research and want to see if I'm on point with my plans. Any help, suggestions, recommendations would by HIGHLY appreciated!

First, some background info:
Age: 25
Height: 5'8
Weight: 160
BF: 17% (will get it to 14% prior to starting my cycle)

Diet: 100g protein ~(60% whey, 40% animal), ~1500 calories (trying to cut right now to get BF down). Plan to up caloric intake to 3000-3500 per day on cycle.

Lifting Exp.: 8 yrs heavy lifting (was 175lbs) w/ 2 yr moderate hiatus 2 years ago

Currently doing resistance training to cut BF prior to cycle. (P90x to be exact...not sure if that will get me flamed or not. Its the only consistent resistance training I've done and I've had great results from it) Will hit the free weights again during cycle (Max Bench 200x5)

Cycle Goals: 9-14lbs lean mass, increase bench to 250x3-5

Please let me know if there's any other info which would be helpful in giving quality advice.


So, here's my cycle plan:
Week 1-12: Testaplex Test Cyp - 400mg/weekly
Week 13: Clomid - 100mg ED
Week 14: Clomid - 50mg ED
Week 15: Clomid - 50mg ED

It's basic, but from what I've read thats the best way to start things out for a first timer.

Questions:
1. Would love feedback on Testaplex prior to purchasing, also have access to GP if suggested.

2. I see a lot of debate over HCG and I don't want to turn this into an HCG thread - but simply is it necessary for a first cycle or not? If yes, dosage suggestions are appreciated!

3. Obviously gyno is something I want to avoid - what should I have on hand in case it pops up? Arimidex?

4. Should I throw Nolva in to my PCT or is the Clomid sufficient? I've also seen some discussion on various forums about taking nolva DURING cycle to prevent sides, what do you guys think based on my stats/cycle?

That's about it for now. Please let me know if you need more info about my history, workouts, etc..

Thanks gentlemen. Looking forward to your experienced insight.

 

[Nelson Montana]

#1: Learn a little about what you're going to put in your body. Don;t just pick something and ask if it's alright. You're using propionate. Do you know what it does?

Read the Sticky about PCT for 2010.

Forget arbitrary goals such as how much you want to bench. Whatever comes, will come.

Nolva and Clomid blow rhinoceros scrotum as far as I'm concerned.

HAve the proper supps to prevent shutdown , to make the most of the cycle and to keep the gains.

Stick around. You'll learn a lot.

 

[rockyourroll]

#1: Learn a little about what you're going to put in your body. Don;t just pick something and ask if it's alright. You're using propionate. Do you know what it does?

Read the Sticky about PCT for 2010.

Forget arbitrary goals such as how much you want to bench. Whatever comes, will come.

Nolva and Clomid blow rhinoceros scrotum as far as I'm concerned.

HAve the proper supps to prevent shutdown , to make the most of the cycle and to keep the gains.

Stick around. You'll learn a lot.

Thanks for the response. I was actually looking at using test cypionate instead of prop. Appreciate the feedback.

Would love to hear if anyone has had experience with Testaplex, GP, or BP.

 

[ALIN]

Definitely use an AI even if its just a small dose to prevent
any estrogen related sides from ever occuring.

 

[rockyourroll]

Definitely use an AI even if its just a small dose to prevent
any estrogen related sides from ever occuring.

Hi Alin. Should I wait to see if I'm experiencing sides before starting or take them regardless as preventative?

 

[d_rson]

First, some background info:
Age: 25
Height: 5'8
Weight: 160
BF: 17% (will get it to 14% prior to starting my cycle)

If you are 160 and 17%, you're pretty light. Before you start a cycle, I would make sure you push it hard until you stall out and cannot grow anymore. From the rest of your post, I believe there are flaws in your diet and training that need addressed and can result in 10+lbs natty, which means keepable pounds.

Diet: 100g protein ~(60% whey, 40% animal), ~1500 calories (trying to cut right now to get BF down). Plan to up caloric intake to 3000-3500 per day on cycle.

First, protein is too low, you're going to lose muscle in this cut. also, calories might be a little low, you might stall out your metabolism. It's borderline. I'd up your protein to atleast 1g per pound, which will up your calories to a more stable daily intake. What's your diet like, specific?

Lifting Exp.: 8 yrs heavy lifting (was 175lbs) w/ 2 yr moderate hiatus 2 years ago

Were 175 at what BF? I believe a couple tweaks can get you back up there at a lower BF, without a cycle just yet.

Currently doing resistance training to cut BF prior to cycle. (P90x to be exact...not sure if that will get me flamed or not. Its the only consistent resistance training I've done and I've had great results from it) Will hit the free weights again during cycle (Max Bench 200x5)

Not dissin P90X, it has it's challenges, but hardcore Cross Fit or tabata kicks P90x's ass for fat loss and muscle retention

Can you post your diet and weight training in detail? (I mean when you would be training to gain muscle)