I've heard that the "consume 1 EAS product" has a bit of a gray area around it. Technically if you consume ONLY 1 Myoplex RTD over the course of your 12 weeks, then you've made the eas criteria. It doesn't say that you need to consume the product for the ENTIRE 12 weeks.
That being said, yes, it's still part of the rules and if you're entering the contest officially, you have to follow their rules.
I think you'll be fine. If you've been playing football for a while, you're going to have decent muscle memory when it comes time to lift again. Do what you need to get back in shape. IF that means slow and steady with the lower body, then so be it.
Good luck in your challenge and welcome to our group.
