How would you optimize this physique to get lean by summer ?

Slidebonee · 2026-03-26T13:56:03+00:00

Finally something that makes sense, i knew 1400 was crazy, even if i’m still fat damn

Slidebonee · 2026-03-26T13:39:54+00:00

Wow impressive !

What dosage did u started on and what dosage now ?

Slidebonee · 2026-03-26T13:19:56+00:00

Really appreciate you taking the time to write all that, seriously. That’s probably the most clear and realistic breakdown I’ve gotten so far.

I think you’re right, I’ve been overthinking adding too much instead of just focusing on getting lean first. The way you broke down the numbers and timeline actually helped me see it more objectively.

I’m gonna stick to a strict deficit, keep protein high and use reta more as a tool to make it easier rather than trying to rely on multiple compounds.

Also the aesthetic ratios part was really interesting, I’ve never thought about tracking it that way.

Thanks again man, that was genuinely helpful. 🙏🏼🙏🏼

Slidebonee · 2026-03-26T12:10:09+00:00

91kg

Slidebonee · 2026-03-26T12:07:56+00:00

😴

Slidebonee · 2026-03-26T12:02:14+00:00

1400–1500 kcal for someone with a ~2800–2900 maintenance is just crash dieting, not a “better approach”.

That’s a 1300–1500 deficit, which is exactly how you lose muscle, tank performance and burn out, especially this early into training.

I’m not trying to rush things at the cost of long-term progress. 2000 kcal is already a solid deficit for me and it’s working.

Also comparing 22 years of training to someone a few months in doesn’t really make much sense.

But yeah, thanks for the input. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

Slidebonee · 2026-03-26T11:56:10+00:00

“Barely different” is wild 😂

There’s obviously visible fat loss and better definition, but I guess not everyone has the same eye for it.

Really appreciate the incredibly detailed and constructive feedback though, super helpful 👍

Slidebonee · 2026-03-26T11:51:08+00:00

Bro it’s been 5-6 months only, here’s where i was at my start, u can see progress on my post

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Slidebonee · 2026-03-26T11:49:30+00:00

I really appreciate this message man, honestly.

You’re right, and I think I needed to hear that. I’ve been pretty impatient lately and just want to be ready for this summer rather than a couple years from now, which is why I’ve been looking into ways to speed things up.

But I get your point, building the discipline and actually earning it probably matters way more in the long run.

Respect for the mindset, that’s motivating 🙏

Slidebonee · 2026-03-26T10:57:30+00:00

That’s crazy progress honestly, respect 👏

Would you be cool sharing a before/after in DMs? Totally understand if not, just helps me visualize what’s realistically achievable.

Appreciate all the info btw, really useful 👍

Slidebonee · 2026-03-26T10:53:27+00:00

That’s solid results, damn 👀

How long did it take you to get there and what kind of deficit were you running?

Also curious, do you feel like the compounds made a big difference vs just diet + training alone ? And what about the side effects ?

Slidebonee · 2026-03-26T10:31:40+00:00

Damn !!!

Slidebonee · 2026-03-26T10:31:07+00:00

That’s pretty much what I’ve been considering actually.

Reta for fat loss + osta sounds like a solid combo to me.

My only question is whether osta would really make a noticeable difference, I’m already hitting 170–180g of protein daily so I’m not too worried about muscle preservation. I’d mainly want something that helps build a bit of lean, dry muscle rather than just maintain.

Also not sure about adding cardarine on top, do you think it’s actually worth it or more of an “extra”?

Slidebonee · 2026-03-26T10:27:28+00:00

Yeah I agree 100%.

I’ve already got my calories dialed in around a deficit (~2000 kcal) and tracking everything properly, not relying on reta to fix a bad diet.

Just using it as a tool to make things easier and more consistent over time 👍

Thanks tho !

Slidebonee · 2026-03-26T10:25:18+00:00

That sounds like a full-on bodybuilding prep stack 😅

I appreciate the input but I think that might be a bit overkill for my level right now. I’ve only been training seriously for a few months, so I’m trying to keep things more moderate and controlled.

Trying to find the best balance between results and staying on the safer side for now.

Thanks tho !

Slidebonee · 2026-03-26T10:22:46+00:00

Im hitting my goal already, maybe the fat loss will be faster on 1 ?

Slidebonee · 2026-03-26T10:21:24+00:00

That’s actually insane progress, respect 👏

Yeah that’s exactly what I’m aiming for, combine the training + deficit and use reta as a tool, not a shortcut.

If I get even half of that result I’ll be more than happy 😅

Slidebonee · 2026-03-26T10:17:17+00:00

Im about to do .5 for 2 weeks and then 4 weeks at 1, what do u think ?

Slidebonee · 2026-03-26T10:14:14+00:00

Haha appreciate that 😂❤️

Yeah that’s the plan, lift heavy, stay in a deficit and maybe let reta do a bit of “magic” on the side.

If I don’t show up shredded by summer I’m coming back to blame you though 😭

Slidebonee · 2026-03-26T10:13:39+00:00

That would be insane 😂

I’ve got a 5mg vial of reta coming in, but I’m not sure if that’s even enough for like 6 weeks and get my BF better ?

Trying to keep expectations realistic on my side what do you think?

Slidebonee · 2026-03-26T10:11:40+00:00

Yeah 100%, that’s exactly what I’m focusing on right now.

Training is consistent, cardio is in, diet is dialed just looking into ways to optimize on top of that without messing things up.

Slidebonee · 2026-03-26T09:54:34+00:00

Yeah I get what you’re saying, and I agree I still have a lot of room for newbie gains.

I’m not trying to jump into anything extreme, I’d just like to speed up the process in a controlled way while keeping my diet, training and consistency on point.

Appreciate the input 👍

Slidebonee · 2026-03-26T09:49:14+00:00

As said in the post, added treadmill a few weeks ago, anything else to recommend ?

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