Prepping for a shoot or show always leaves me torn between pushing heavy weights and dialing in the aesthetics. On one hand, I want to maintain strength and keep that dense, full look, but on the other, getting peeled means cutting back on calories and sometimes volume. How do you guys find that sweet spot?
Do you keep the intensity high but drop volume as you get closer? Or do you switch to more isolation work while keeping compounds heavy? I’ve tried a few approaches, but I’m curious what’s worked best for others especially when it comes to recovery. Supplements help, but nailing the training balance feels like the real key. Any tips or experiences you’ve had would be awesome to hear!