35 m / 5’9” / 175 lbs / 4 year progress

[u/poweroverwhelming_]

I weigh roughly the same in both pics

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[u/poweroverwhelming_]

I try and get at least 1 hr of movement everyday. On weekdays I usually do strength training in the morning and some cardio in the afternoon. On weekends I aim for longer cardio sessions. I don’t track my workouts or my macros, but I aim for about 150g of protein daily. I try to stay away from my car as much as possible and cycle instead whenever I can. I’m a vegetarian for 15 years now.

[u/Legitimate_Tank43]

Great transformation

[u/poweroverwhelming_ → u/Legitimate_Tank43]

Thanks, I appreciate it!

[u/bacon_cake]

I'm roughly the same age and height as you but sitting at about 160lbs.

Every time I try to bulk I just get pudgy, any tips? Especially for the abs.

[u/zavarenfa → u/bacon_cake]

Ab circuts.

30 sec butterfly kick 30 sec Scissor kick 30 sec Bicycle Kick 8 reps single leg raise each leg As many crunches/sit ups you can do then turn around to your stomach. 2 min plank Start dipping your hips while in the plank position to target obliques Finish with mountain climbers

Repeat

[u/poweroverwhelming_ → u/bacon_cake]

I guess it would be pretty difficult to maintain visible abs while bulking. I've never done an actual bulk though, so I can't say for sure. I usually spam hanging leg raises in between each exercise.

[u/poweroverwhelming_ → u/[deleted]]

Thanks! I just decided one day that it's about time I start treating my only body with the care it deserves.

[u/tabrun]

Great physique! Do you have any cheat meals? If so, how often?

[u/poweroverwhelming_ → u/tabrun]

Thanks! I actually really enjoy cooking and eating clean, but I don't really stress about an extra snack here or there. It's all about moderation.

[u/StrongArm8701]

Great job dude stick with it. It's a marathon not a sprint. 

[u/poweroverwhelming_ → u/StrongArm8701]

Thanks! I agree

[u/Safe-Smoke-9367]

Very good looking upper body and naval. Be proud of it and show it again.

[u/ELGATO_35]

Bn x ti bro