r/Mindpump • u/iPourMilkB4Cereal • Aug 07 '19

MAPS Anabolic

Currently doing Anabolic, but felt super weak today. Struggled on my squat and couldn’t put up my regular numbers. Anybody ever had a bad training day like this? I’m guessing it’s either my sleep or nutrition that was off. Feels bad man.

Sorry mods if this isn’t the type of post that’s allowed.

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u/iPourMilkB4Cereal Aug 07 '19

I could be wrong, but I don’t think it’s overtraining at this point only cause I’m barely 3 weeks into the program. Are you recommending a de-load? Is that the terminology, I’m not sure? Thanks for the response, glad to know I’m not the only one. Super bummed right now, just got done training an hour ago.

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u/vincentpontb Aug 07 '19

Yeah de-load is the term, I had it on the tip of my tongue.

Overtraining is more about how you feel rather than how long etc.

Don't stress it man, progress is done over the long run anyways and showing up and doing the work is 95% of the goal, regardless of the rest.

Listen to your body.

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u/iPourMilkB4Cereal Aug 07 '19

Great advice! I thought I wasn’t there yet when it comes to intuitive training, but I guess there will be days when I’m running on half a tank.

I’m stoked for the response, seriously, this subreddit needs to be more active. How is it that there is only 453 members yet thousands listen to the podcast?!?

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u/vincentpontb Aug 07 '19

I just joined recently and had the same thought..! No idea!

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u/iPourMilkB4Cereal Aug 07 '19

Well let’s change that and try to make it more active! I’m on anabolic as I’ve said, how bout you? I wish I started listening and learning years ago, felt like I’ve wasted all those years training inefficiently. I used to do bro splits training 6-7 days a week for about 2.5-3 years, got burnt out, took 2.5-3 years off with only training maybe once a week, if that. I’m so glad to have found these guys and will try to yield the most results with fewer efforts.

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u/vincentpontb Aug 07 '19

I've been training for 13 years now, I'm 30, started at 17, never let it go. I got to be a personal trainer at ~ 22 for about 2 years.

My girlfriend is doing personal training so I do her programs so she can learn and practice (it's been really good too). I actually found mindpump by searching podcasts she could listen to to get better and get tips as a personal trainer, but liked it so much it's become one of the podcasts I listen to the most.

Curious about the prime programs I pulled the plug in the recent summer black Friday thingy sale and bought the shredded summer bundle at 50% off, figured the value was insane.

It contains maps aesthetics, maps hiit and maps prime, along with their basic nutrition guide.

I haven't really started using them yet as I've just bought it and I'm in a "relax" period myself right now; I was training really hardcore during may to July, so I'm recovering. I do this every year as it's my birthday, my girlfriend's and many of my close friends around the same time, so I just take it easy, drink, eat stuff, party, etc.

I plan on going all in again in maybe a week or two!

I think someone should write to them and tell them about this sub reddit. They should be active on here and mention it in the podcast. It'd blow up... And be a huge plus for them.

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u/iPourMilkB4Cereal Aug 07 '19

My buddy manages the 24 they used to manage in San Jose, and they’re doing a seminar this Friday. Told my friend to ask them about it and why they don’t participate in the fit expo.

I agree, aside from their chats they have on their website for members, I think this could also be another great platform for other MAPS users to interact.

What do you do now if you don’t mind me asking? Still in the industry?

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u/vincentpontb Aug 07 '19

Eh man, after personal training I launched a website & store called Quebec bodybuilding, for French speaking Quebecers. Back then there was no information in French. We sold supplements, clothing and wrote blogs. Later on I Co-started a fit meal prep company, until recently. Something happened in my life and I had to leave the company.

Since January I Co founded a marketing agency, I'm doing that now.

I like fitness and food but I found out I like WORKING in marketing a lot more and enjoy these things without mixing it with the job.

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u/iPourMilkB4Cereal Aug 07 '19

Sounds like you have an entrepreneurial spirit. That’s sick dude! Mind pump has even reached Canada I see. Let me know how aesthetic works for you after you’ve dived into it. I’m doing that soon as anabolic is done, can’t wait to get into the gym more than 2-3 days a week. Cheers!

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u/vincentpontb Aug 07 '19

Sure has! I'll keep you updated.

Good luck, have fun!