Part B — Spring Transformation (16 weeks)
Goal: build momentum and muscle while tightening habits (better conditioning, steadier strength, gradual body recomposition).
Weeks 1–4: Rebuild + Set Baseline
- Training: 4–5 days/week, heavier compounds (progressive overload), add moderate accessories.
- Cardio: 2–3x/week (20–30 min, mostly Zone 2) or 6–10k steps/day.
- Nutrition: slight calorie deficit or maintenance; prioritize protein + fiber.
- Tracking: weigh-in 3–4x/week + waist measurement weekly + photos every 2 weeks.
Weeks 5–8: Strength Emphasis
- Training: increase main-lift intensity; keep accessories 8–15 reps range.
- Cardio: keep steady; avoid adding too much to prevent fatigue.
- Nutrition: tighten consistency; adjust calories if weight drops too fast or progress stalls.
Weeks 9–12: Muscle Focus + Conditioning
- Training: add volume to lagging muscle groups; keep form strict.
- Cardio: 1–2 interval sessions/week max (optional), otherwise Zone 2.
- Nutrition: you should look and feel leaner—keep deficit mild-to-moderate.
Weeks 13–16: Peak Consistency (Preparation Phase)
- Training: maintain intensity, manage fatigue (consider a deload around Week 15).
- Nutrition: aim to finish Part B feeling “ready to eat more” (energy steady).
- Outcome check: strength trends up, waist/visual improvement, performance not collapsing.
16-Week Bulk (Weeks 17–32)
Goal: gain muscle with a controlled surplus and minimal fat gain.
Set targets (start-of-bulk)
- Calorie surplus: ~+150 to +300 kcal/day (small and adjustable).
- Protein: 1.6–2.2 g per kg bodyweight (or ~0.7–1.0 g per lb).
- Creatine (optional): 3–5 g/day.
- Progress rule: if weight isn’t increasing after ~2 weeks, add ~100–150 kcal/day.
Weeks 17–20: Controlled Surplus + Technique
- Training: 4–5 days/week; add reps before weight when possible.
- Volume: moderate (don’t go to failure every set).
- Cardio: 1–2 sessions/week to support appetite control and recovery.
Weeks 21–24: Build Phase
- Training: increase accessory volume slightly; keep compounds progressing.
- Progress markers: heavier top sets, more reps at same weight, better pumps/ROM.
Weeks 25–28: Intensify (Still Clean)
- Training: slightly higher intensity (more challenging sets), keep fatigue managed.
- Nutrition: maintain surplus; don’t “gorge”—be consistent daily.
Weeks 29–32: Finish Strong + Set Up for a Cut
- Training: keep moving forward but watch recovery—light deload at the start/end if needed.
- Nutrition: if you gained fat quickly, reduce surplus slightly in the last 2 weeks.
- Outcome check: weight up at a slow-to-moderate rate + strength and muscle size improved.
Simple weekly structure (template)
- Strength days: 4 days (Upper/Lower or Full Body split)
- Accessory focus: 2–3 muscle groups per session
- Cardio/steps: 2–4 short sessions or daily steps
- Sleep: 7–9 hours (this matters more than most people think)

