[Pansy-Mae]

A number of us take breaks regularly, some for extended periods. I have done so in the past. It has never changed my goals or how I feel about what I have accomplished.

That's comforting to hear, Sfem. I think I will schedule a break. Is there a particular point in one's program where a break is most useful? Every 3 months? Every 6 months? And what about the length of a break? I take one week breaks now every month, but I'm talking about an extended break, like a month maybe?

CK

For me three weeks with no PM is enough to lose volume which is both noticeable and measurable. Personally I wouldn't voluntarily go more than about 10-14 days on zero PM.
Having said that, my growth stopped about 2years ago and I'm just trying to hang on to what I've got, so it is fat that comes and goes in this situation.