Sodium Loading Strategy for Maximum Muscle Fullness

I have been experimenting with my sodium intake during my mock peak week here in Vancouver. I have found that when I keep my salt high my muscles look much fuller and my pumps are incredible. I am planning to load sodium heavily until the day before the show then drop it slightly to help the water move.

The old school advice was to cut salt entirely but that seems to lead to flat muscles and terrible cramping. I am using Pink Himalayan salt on all my tilapia and asparagus right now. I am also drinking electrolyte drinks like Gatorade Zero to keep my levels stable during the final drop.

Does anyone else keep their sodium high right up until they step on stage? I am curious if you find that it helps with vascularity or if it makes you hold too much subcutaneous water. I really want that 3D look without the blurriness.