how long is your prep? [Archive]

~gymdiva~

04-02-2009, 12:10 PM

usually 16wks but I looked best after 20wks in 07...granted that was partially b/c Dave dried me out real nice like (say verrry southern ;) ) for four weeks after my other prep but I think a more tapering down works better for me...

sassy69

04-02-2009, 12:46 PM

I'm the same - 16 weeks is when its ON, but I start getting into the mindset at 20 weeks out. Honestly, this time, its been an informal 8 months out I started preparing because I had to come back from shoulder surgery as well. I'm very happy w/ where I'm at but I've got some serious dialing in to do. Started AM stepmill action yesterday.

Suzy Brown

04-02-2009, 12:50 PM

I've been prepping a year and a half now... ;)

tammyp

04-02-2009, 02:01 PM

i usually do 16, but things are a bit different this year. im doing north americans in 20 wks, and bulking for the next 6. so i will be doing 14. im not ever too far off, so itll be fine.

debbiebramwell

04-02-2009, 02:46 PM

dave does 16 weeks preps...but I started it 18 weeks out(which is what I have done for past few years)( I started early because it was after holidays and I decided to EAT! hehe)

I remember for my first show I did 6 weeks, then 8 weeks for 2nd show, then 10 weeks for 3rd, 12 weeks for 4th, 14 weeks for 5th, then 16 weeks up to 18...hahaha......the longer the better and I like to start in shape!:D

~gymdiva~

04-02-2009, 02:48 PM

i usually do 16, but things are a bit different this year. im doing north americans in 20 wks, and bulking for the next 6. so i will be doing 14. im not ever too far off, so itll be fine.

oh F*CK woman! I have to compete against you?????????????????

tammyp

04-02-2009, 03:53 PM

your doing NA too! cool!

2hot4u

04-02-2009, 04:07 PM

i am doing 18weeks and i thought you were only doing the nationals Tammy??) that is cool that you are doing both shows ( of course only if need be

RealLilSwole

04-02-2009, 04:08 PM

Long.....Real Long....cause ME like to Eat in the offseason. LOL

tammyp

04-02-2009, 04:21 PM

i am doing 18weeks and i thought you were only doing the nationals Tammy??) that is cool that you are doing both shows ( of course only if need be

i was, but rock and george thought this would be a good idea, since i can do masters and open. much cheaper than going to florida too....i hope.

Kolbe

04-02-2009, 04:30 PM

I did 20 weeks this time. It was great.

Isabelle Turell

04-03-2009, 03:28 PM

for the Ms. International with Dave we started at 8 weeks out. which I weighed starting out 179 lbs and dropped down to maybe around 145 or so on the day off the show

Blondell

04-03-2009, 04:10 PM

for the Ms. International with Dave we started at 8 weeks out. which I weighed starting out 179 lbs and dropped down to maybe around 145 or so on the day off the show
That's a heck of a drop in 8 weeks, Belle. Kudos on your dedication!

Suzanne

04-03-2009, 05:21 PM

I have always doen 12 a couple had some cutting before the official "prep" 12 weeks

This time I am doing 16 already been 5 so 11 to go :)
I am enjoying this prep my body needed teh LONG off season

Isabelle Turell

04-03-2009, 06:34 PM

That's a heck of a drop in 8 weeks, Belle. Kudos on your dedication!

I owe that to Dave. He got me in great shape a and we paced ourselves the entire diet.

Sugargirl

04-05-2009, 01:46 PM

I owe that to Dave. He got me in great shape a and we paced ourselves the entire diet.

Hey Belle....
How was your training? what was your cardio during the 8 weeks.. I saw your pics on Sioux it was amazing - very inspiring!

Allifit

04-05-2009, 05:06 PM

for the Ms. International with Dave we started at 8 weeks out. which I weighed starting out 179 lbs and dropped down to maybe around 145 or so on the day off the show
I'm so glad to see someone else doesnt do the 16,18 week ordeal lol. I do 8-10 weeks depending on how I'm looking. Never longer then 12. But my diet NEVER includes cheats.... I know some diets include cheat days etc.... my diet doesnt...

~gymdiva~

04-05-2009, 05:16 PM

oklahomeskillet

04-05-2009, 06:59 PM

Starting 16 weeks out this year (also doing the NAs).

ripcurlgirl

04-05-2009, 09:53 PM

I started cleaning out my diet, and my head 20 weeks out, and prep is 16. This is my first contest, but I'm on track and have responded really well.

Allifit

04-06-2009, 12:02 AM

I can't do anything under 16wks...my body is not a fast responder at all...plus my lower carries almost all my fat so it takes some doing...oh and no cheats...ever...never had a prep with one included and quite frankly I don't want to...once I'm in that mindset that's it for me...
I agree. Cheats go hand in hand with my offseason not my onseason. I find once I'm dieting it's healthier for me mentally not to cheat then it is for me to cheat....

and ironically I'm the opposite in terms of losing. I drop super fast lol....

~gymdiva~

04-06-2009, 12:13 AM

well to you I say :p

hahahaha...I have to fight nature b/c apparently I was supposed to be a baby maker...yeeeaaahhh 'bout that...

Allifit

04-06-2009, 01:01 PM

well to you I say :p

hahahaha...I have to fight nature b/c apparently I was supposed to be a baby maker...yeeeaaahhh 'bout that...

LMAO- but you have FABULOUS legs so who cares hahahaa. I'm leg envious of ya Sharon!

In general I think it's hard to pinpoint how many weeks to diet and say its a universal truth for all women. Genetically I'm thin and I tend to lose weight rapidly when dieting. I think that's mainly because prior to when I was lifting I was super skinny. If I were to diet 16 or 20 weeks I'd have to build cheats in there and keep my calories higher in the beginning and to me, that's not a diet. Mentally I can't get focused enough to be stringent with my food, so for me its better to just hit it hard for 8-10 weeks with no cheats.

prettymuscles

04-16-2009, 02:27 PM

First time I did it 20 wks for a figure show.. and i got myself at 135lbs at 5'8 1/2"

I've been off for a year now i would might want to do a bb show instead for november that gives me 30 wks. Now im not sure if i have enough mass and i have gained some good bodyfat along the way lol.. Or maybe just stick to what i know best??? decisions decisions.. ??

right now my stats are:
5'8 1/2" at 165lbs

~gymdiva~

04-16-2009, 02:32 PM

30wks would be WAY too long unless you mean a bulker and a cut...I think in the long run you'd lose too much muscle...

NPCfigure

04-16-2009, 04:17 PM

12 weeks out this Sat. Start diet on Monday. My last prep was 16 wks

stephaniewicked

04-16-2009, 04:39 PM

I'm in the middle of my first one, but by the time I step on stage in 9 days, I will have dieted for 16 weeks (no cheats). Looking forward to having a taste of sugar next Sunday! :D

thepump

04-16-2009, 05:00 PM

I'm in the middle of my first one, but by the time I step on stage in 9 days, I will have dieted for 16 weeks (no cheats). Looking forward to having a taste of sugar next Sunday! :D

GREAT WORK BUMP for every women in this thread. keep up the great work so we can see when you walk on stage:popcorn:

Suzanne

04-16-2009, 05:17 PM

I have done most preps without cheats

This one i have had 2 refeeds of 400g carbs first half of day minimal fat (pancakes, graham crackers, jelly beans etc) and my regular days are 200+ and 100+g carbs

And i am making the best progress i ever have. I have no problem going back to 100% after the refeed

prettymuscles

04-16-2009, 06:03 PM

30wks would be WAY too long unless you mean a bulker and a cut...I think in the long run you'd lose too much muscle...

For figure, yes 30 would be way too long.. Even at 20 weeks i found myself losing muscles.. I'm actually considering BB a bulking phase then cutting in that 30wks.. I'll probably need a coach to guide me..

GirlyMuscle

04-16-2009, 06:06 PM

I'm considering my current bulk as a part of my prep. I have to think that way to get my head in the game. Bulk is 12 weeks (starting the 7th now), cut will be 20 weeks.

prettymuscles

04-16-2009, 06:18 PM

I'm considering my current bulk as a part of my prep. I have to think that way to get my head in the game. Bulk is 12 weeks (starting the 7th now), cut will be 20 weeks.

I think i'm the same way.. Keeps me focused..

Arina Manta

04-18-2009, 05:17 AM

12 to 16 weeks and I always like to start in shape. I have done it in 7 weeks, but I like to take my time and go slow pace , the way I go with all my decisions in life :).

Arina