We’re officially two weeks into the journey- the bulk to 275 lbs. continues.
We’re seeing the scale shift in the right direction. My current weight is 248.6 lbs, a slow and steady climb from my starting point of 237.6 lbs. These are the kind of changes we want to see. Nothing rushed or sloppy, just intentional, strategic growth.
Read the Week 1 blog post to see my 9-day training split, including what I’m focusing on building over these next six months and why, my total sets for each muscle group, and the exact exercises, number of sets, and rep ranges I’m doing to grow.
You can also follow along with my bulk via YouTube Vlog updates! I’m sharing a new video every Friday.
Week 2 Check In
Weigh In: 248.6 lbs
You’ll see the usual progress photos in these weekly updates, where we want gradual progress with minimal fat gain and no excessive water retention.
Pushing Calories with Precision
This week I slightly increased my carbohydrate intake on training days to raise total calories. It’s a minimal change, but over time those small increases stack up. We’re prioritizing clean gains over a bloated bulk.
See my weekly tracker here to keep up with my changes over time in one place!
My Intentional PED Strategy
As indicated in my bulk tracking sheet, I’ll eventually be incorporating compounds like NPP. But I’m not in a rush. This process is about longevity and sustainability, not maxing everything out too fast.
This week, I added a second dose of Growth Hormone, now running 3 IU in the morning and 3 IU post-workout. GH (like testosterone) is naturally occurring in the body and considered a bioidentical PED, which is why it feels like the most reasonable way to push the needle (pun intended) towards 275 lbs. with the least detriment to my health.
Next on deck will likely be a modest increase in testosterone, but there’s no need to put the cart before the horse. We’re letting the body adapt and adjusting only when needed.
My Mindset: Get the Most From the Least
One thing I always stress when it comes to enhanced bodybuilding: don’t go full throttle too early. The goal is to get the most benefit from the least intervention.
Whether it’s food or drugs, the idea is to scale strategically:
- Push when it makes sense.
- Don’t max out all variables at once.
- Give the body time to respond before adjusting again.
By scaling up slowly, whether it’s calories, compounds, or training volume, we’re supporting long-term growth, minimizing health risks, and avoiding unnecessary fat accumulation.
Current Macros:
I increased my training day carbs +30g from last week, pushing up my total calories.
Training Days:
4155 calories, 370g protein, 500g carbs, 75g fat
Off Days:
3755 calories, 370g protein, 400g carbs, 75g fat
Current Gear Protocol:
Testosterone E: 500mg weekly
Primo E: 500mg weekly
GH: 3iu in AM, 3iu post-workout
I Want to Hear From You!
How do you like to increase carbs in your own bulks?
How do you approach PEDs, if at all? Do you lean slow and steady, or go all-in?
What’s your mindset when it comes to long-term muscle gain?
What else do you want to know from me?
Drop a comment below and let’s open up the conversation. I’m always down to talk strategy, share what’s working, and learn from others on the same path.
Let’s grow together. We’re still just getting started!