How to maximize muscle fullness and definition before any event

December 09, 2025

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Got a photoshoot or beach trip coming up? Want to look absolutely shredded for one day?

Here's the peak week protocol competitors use.

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Days 7-4: Empty The Tank

Train high-rep (15-20 reps) to deplete glycogen. Drop carbs to 50-100g daily. Drink 1.5-2 gallons of water. Keep sodium normal.

You're emptying your muscles so they can supercompensate later.

Days 3-2: Fill Back Up

Light pump workouts only. Increase carbs to 300-500g daily (white rice, sweet potatoes, bagels). Taper water to 0.5 gallons. Reduce sodium slightly.

Your depleted muscles now absorb massive amounts of glycogen + water. This creates fullness. Each gram of glycogen pulls 3g of water INTO your muscle cells.

Day 1: Peak Day

Optional light pump. Carbs at 150-200g. Minimal water (sip when thirsty). Very low sodium.

You're full of glycogen while shedding the water sitting between your skin and muscle.

Photo Day: Look Your Best

Do a light pump 15-20 minutes before photos. Push-ups, flexing, bands. Get blood flowing.

Posing tips:

  • Use side lighting (creates shadows and definition)

  • Stand at 30-45 degree angle (wider appearance)

  • Pull shoulders back and down

  • Engage core slightly

  • Subtle tension in muscles

  • Exhale before the shot (flattens stomach)

Important:

This works for 12-48 hours only. You need to already be lean (sub-12% body fat). Peak week enhances what's already there—it won't make you shredded if you're not lean yet.

Test this 4-6 weeks before your actual event.

Get lean first through consistent training and nutrition. Then use peak week for special occasions.

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BJ | Howtogrowmuscles