Boosting the Diesel with I-Force's Tropinol XP (Beta, Sponsored)

[bcazo]

Ok so I grabbed a chest workout last night and it was quite humbling. As some of you know, I have been struggling to recover from injuries to the ac joints of both my shoulders for the past 1 1/2 years. To compensate, I keep weights low with max reps and warm up a ton.I have not put over 225 on the bench since then and today was my first time in probably 6 months touching that weight and the second time in months benching. I have a long way to go.

Bench:

barx50
135x16
155x12
185x17
225x6

Blast Strap Push Ups:

3 sets to failure

Lying Dumbbell Tricep Extensions:

25'sx12
35'sx12
45'sx12
55'sx10

Reverse Grip Pressdowns:

150x10
170x10
180x10

Regular Pressdowns:

170x20

Workout Notes: I was glad to feel good enough to at least put 225 on the bar today, but disappointing as to how few reps I did. Its hard to go from hitting 225 for over 20 at the end of a workout and then struggling with 6. Guess I was probably wiped after max repping the set right before because it felt light but I just got tired fast. We will see. At least I was able to do it pain free. Everything else went good.

Supplement Notes: Pumps remain awesome as usual. No changes in mood or aggression so far. Libido seems the same as well. Been having some pretty vivid dreams. Body composition seems to be improving. I am down about 2 lbs. Nipples were still slightly sore as of yesterday but my whole chest is so sore today that I can't tell what is what. Looking good so far.

I have back tonight and should have a pretty good gauge as to any improvements since this will be the first body part I have hit again since starting this log

Only you would get upset and these #'s, always strong lifts from you. I know you have struggled with that shoulder so take it easy last thing I want to hear is that your out again.. Who else an I going to motivate me to lift more??

 

[UncleWade]

[video=youtube;cAzvINRnz00]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cAzvINRnz00[/video]

Awesome video, awesome workout - the pumps and body composition are strong signs about the promising nature of the product! Keep kicking ass.

 

[CATdiesel76]

Only you would get upset and these #'s, always strong lifts from you. I know you have struggled with that shoulder so take it easy last thing I want to hear is that your out again.. Who else an I going to motivate me to lift more??

Don't worry man I won't be going anywhere. Im not going to risk being out of the game again. I just knew I had some catching up to do after your most recent pictures

 

[CATdiesel76]

Change of plans for this evening. I have to meet with somebody to prepare for a massive interview I have Thursday. However, I did make it in for a 30 min deadlift session.

All deadlifts done with a complete 1 second stop between each rep to minimize use of momentum and no straps

135x5
225x5
275x5
315x5
365x5
405x9

Workout Notes: Pretty solid for just starting deadlifts again. I was very happy with my numbers and strength. Even my endurance seemed to be good.

Supplement notes: Had some massive lower back pumps to the point that it is very uncomfortable. Good pump in traps and forearms as well. About where I expected to be weight wise. Weight was down a few fractions of a lb with no real change in diet. That little could be fluctuation of water but my belt fit slightly looser as well so I think the forskolin is definitely starting to have a recomp effect. Slightly more aggression but I will see if this continues to occur before I attribute it to the Tropinol

 

[CATdiesel76]

Also, I forgot to mention that I did some very high rep sets of dumbbell shrugs and laterals as shoulder rehab work with the addition of a few bands exercises on my chest day

 

[PuZo]

Change of plans for this evening. I have to meet with somebody to prepare for a massive interview I have Thursday. However, I did make it in for a 30 min deadlift session.

All deadlifts done with a complete 1 second stop between each rep to minimize use of momentum and no straps

135x5
225x5
275x5
315x5
365x5
405x9

Workout Notes: Pretty solid for just starting deadlifts again. I was very happy with my numbers and strength. Even my endurance seemed to be good.

Supplement notes: Had some massive lower back pumps to the point that it is very uncomfortable. Good pump in traps and forearms as well. About where I expected to be weight wise. Weight was down a few fractions of a lb with no real change in diet. That little could be fluctuation of water but my belt fit slightly looser as well so I think the forskolin is definitely starting to have a recomp effect. Slightly more aggression but I will see if this continues to occur before I attribute it to the Tropinol

Someday I'll be able to do dead lifts! Curse my tall stature.

 

[CATdiesel76]

Someday I'll be able to do dead lifts! Curse my tall stature.

With light weight and a lot of practice, you could find a form or style that works for you. Most of the strongmen competitors are 6'4 plus

 

[UncleWade]

With light weight and a lot of practice, you could find a form or style that works for you. Most of the strongmen competitors are 6'4 plus

He just needs to man up.

I've been pulling with good form since 14 at 6'1" or so.

 

[CATdiesel76]

Ok got in a back workout yesterday just haven't had time to update until now. Been going heavy with a good bit of volume on back for some time so I decided to go lighter for more reps with less movements this week. Almost a hypertrophy/deload type deal. I will be back to heavy as hell next week though.

Wide Reverse Grip BB Rows:

135x10
135x10
165x10
185x16 (had a lot more in me than I thought I would)

Seated V Grip Cable Rows:

180x10
200x10
220x10
240x10

Dumbell Rows:

80'sx8
100'sx22

Chins:

BWx20

Straight Arm Rope Pulldowns:

120x12
140x15 (Failure)

Barbell Curls:

Barx10
65x10
95x10
95x10 drop set to 60x6

Hammer Curls:

40'sxfailure
40'sxfailure

Workout Notes: Felt Pretty good. Strength was solid regardless of going light. I was doing these weights for more reps than I did not long ago.

Supplement Notes: Pumps are great especially after this workout. Had some serious inflatable luggage. Strength and endurance continue to be good. I have not hit a plateau after several weeks of getting stronger which is fairly rare for me. Tropinol might have something to do with the last week of it. Too early to tell. Any soreness in the nipple area has gone away thank god. No signs of increased oil/acne/libido etc. Sleep seems to be better.

Hitting a leg workout in a few hours

 

[CATdiesel76]

Also, waist seems a bit tighter. Definitely lost some size around my waist since I have started. As of yesterday, I have given up all bread, pasta, rolls, tortillas, etc. for Lent so I am sure this will help me shed even more pounds

 

[VaughnTrue]

Also, waist seems a bit tighter. Definitely lost some size around my waist since I have started. As of yesterday, I have given up all bread, pasta, rolls, tortillas, etc. for Lent so I am sure this will help me shed even more pounds

getting stronger and leaner...sounds like someones testosterone is surging!

 

[bcazo]

Dude your row #'s are crazy!!! 240x10 and 100x22!!! What!! Just think your still rehabing yourself back. Once CatD is running on all cylinders look out.

 

[CATdiesel76]

Dude your row #'s are crazy!!! 240x10 and 100x22!!! What!! Just think your still rehabing yourself back. Once CatD is running on all cylinders look out.

Haha thanks man. Luckily Rows are one of my favorite things and also one of the only things that has not been affected by shoulder issue.

Don't think I missed those 120's for 10 you did. I see you coming haha

 

[CATdiesel76]

Grabbed a very quick workout I was pressed for time only had about 30 min.

Warm up:

Bike 5 min

Squat:

Barx10
135x10
225x5
275x3
315x2
345x1
365x4

SLDL

135x12
185x10
225x10
275x8

Workout notes: felt pretty good. 365x4 was better than I was expecting especially with almost no rest

Supplement Notes: Once again good pumps even with low reps. Strength felt good. Down another pound. 201 on the dot. Started at 205 so I have lost a considerable about of weight with not much change in diet. I fasted down to two meals for Ash Wednesday so I'm sure that helped but even still I wouldn't usually have anything that drastic. Pretty impressed so far

 

[UncleWade]

Glad to see you're impressed - looks like body comp should definitely be improving, and with the strength and pumps still there as well. This is exactly what we're looking for. Thanks again for reporting - I'm sitting on the edge of my seat for more updates. I can't wait to give this a shot myself.

 

[CATdiesel76]

I will be out of town from today until Sunday and might not be able to update as much during that time. But I am starting to get some morni g wood again. No increase in sex drive but it's definitely a good start. I have always been beyond horny and waking up rock hard but for some reason over the past 3 months all that changed completely out of nowhere and I have no idea why.

Also, I have been getting crazy night sweats.

 

[criticalbench]

I will be out of town from today until Sunday and might not be able to update as much during that time. But I am starting to get some morni g wood again. No increase in sex drive but it's definitely a good start. I have always been beyond horny and waking up rock hard but for some reason over the past 3 months all that changed completely out of nowhere and I have no idea why.

Also, I have been getting crazy night sweats.

Appreciate a full paragraph about morning wood bro !! haha jk, have fun while you're away. Log is awesome thus far!

Mike

 

[Loudy Rowdy]

:smokin: I have always been beyond horny and waking up rock hard but for some reason over the past 3 months all that changed completely out of nowhere and I have no idea why.

Also, I have been getting crazy night sweats.

but...when it is time, are you able to "perform"? :smokin:

 

[baldwanus]

Glad to see you're impressed - looks like body comp should definitely be improving, and with the strength and pumps still there as well. This is exactly what we're looking for. Thanks again for reporting - I'm sitting on the edge of my seat for more updates. I can't wait to give this a shot myself.

all i know is..........




I WANT MY BOTTLES!

 

[criticalbench]

but...when it is time, are you able to "perform"? :smokin:

Yes, interested as well.

 

[CATdiesel76]

but...when it is time, are you able to "perform"? :smokin:

Haha yeah never had any problems actually performing or anything like that. It just wasn't on my mind 24/7 like usual.

That being said over the past few days it has shot up a great deal. It helped deliver some impressive performances over the weekend even after deadly amounts of bourbon, goldschlagers, tequila, etc. even several times in a row

 

[UncleWade]

Tropinol XP: Reckless Libido in Spite of Liquor.

This doesn't seem like a great marketing strategy but I'm glad you're digging the increased libido.

 

[Loudy Rowdy]

Haha yeah never had any problems actually performing or anything like that. It just wasn't on my mind 24/7 like usual.

That being said over the past few days it has shot up a great deal. It helped deliver some impressive performances over the weekend even after deadly amounts of bourbon, goldschlagers, tequila, etc. even several times in a row

The last time I drank that much was while I was in Foxwoods Casino (CT)...some strip club VIP treatment...oh memory is soooo ....vague

 

[CATdiesel76]

Hahaha I have cut down drinking majorly but I was back in my college town visiting some buddies I haven't seen in awhile so didn't pass up an opportunity to raise a little hell.

Today is back into the gym and eating right. I actually managed to get plenty of protein and very high quality meals over the weekend so that was good. Going knock out some chest, shoulders, and triceps today and hit up my powerlifting gym tomorrow for heavy deadlifts and back work.

 

[criticalbench]

Haha yeah never had any problems actually performing or anything like that. It just wasn't on my mind 24/7 like usual.

That being said over the past few days it has shot up a great deal. It helped deliver some impressive performances over the weekend even after deadly amounts of bourbon, goldschlagers, tequila, etc. even several times in a row

sounds like you sir, had a ****ty time

 

[CATdiesel76]

Grabbed a chest/shoulders/trap workout. My intentions were to go a bit lighter after pushing my shoulders a but last week.

DB bench:

30'sx20
50'sx15
70'sx10
85'sx5
100'sx15

Hammer Strength Bench

2 plates (each side)x12
2 platesx12
2 platesx16

Blast Strap Push Ups:

3xfailure

Hammer Grip DB Military

20'sx25
20'sx20
30'sx10
40'sx16

DB side laterals

15'sx3xfailure

DB shrugs:

60'sx20
80'sxfailure (around 40-50)

Tricep Pressdowns:

100x10
140x10
170x10
200(whole stack)x8

Lying DB Extensions:

20'sx10
35'sx12

V Grip Pressdowns:

140x15
140x15

Abs

Workout Notes: Chest felt great as did shoulders. First time doing dumbbell bench since I can remember and it felt good and fairly strong. As you can tell, shoulder work is very light with tons of rest. Really geared torwards rehab and stability. First time doing any sort of overhead pressing in longer than I can remember. Even though it was very light, I'm stoked that my shoulders felt fine.

Supplement Notes: Took it with Hemavol for the first time today. The combination of those two and high reps had me blown up big time. Pumps were amazing. Libido has increased. Night sweats also continue. Strength and endurance seem to be improved slightly. Still managed to lose a pound since my last weigh in despite the weekend I just had

 

[CATdiesel76]

Grabbed a back workout yesterday. I didn't make it to my powerlifting gym but still had a great workout.

Wide Grip Bent Rows:

barx20
135x10
135x8
185x8
205x8
225x9
225x8

Seated Cable Rows:

180x10
200x10
220x10
240x12

Close Grip Pull Ups:

BWx21

One Arm T-Bar Rows:

25x10
50x10
75x10

Hammer Strength Low Rows:

3 platesx15
3 platesx15

Straight Arm Rope Pulldowns:

120x20
150x20

Face Pulls:

150x20

Barbell Curls:

45x10
70x10
95x10
95x10

Dumbell Curls:

35'sx10
45'sx10 dropset 30'sxfailure

Workout Notes: Bent Rows were slightly weaker but also done with a wider grip. Everything else felt stronger for more reps. First time trying one arm T bar rows and I really liked them. Biceps were noticeably stronger by the end of the workout as well.

Supplement Notes: Everything is still going good. Pump was insane this workout. Dropped a few fractions of a pound. Strength and endurance holding steady or increasing depending. Libido is still up. Night sweats continue as well. No change in mood thus far.

 

[PuZo]

Grabbed a back workout yesterday. I didn't make it to my powerlifting gym but still had a great workout.

Wide Grip Bent Rows:

barx20
135x10
135x8
185x8
205x8
225x9
225x8

Seated Cable Rows:

180x10
200x10
220x10
240x12

Close Grip Pull Ups:

BWx21

One Arm T-Bar Rows:

25x10
50x10
75x10

Hammer Strength Low Rows:

3 platesx15
3 platesx15

Straight Arm Rope Pulldowns:

120x20
150x20

Face Pulls:

150x20

Barbell Curls:

45x10
70x10
95x10
95x10

Dumbell Curls:

35'sx10
45'sx10 dropset 30'sxfailure

Workout Notes: Bent Rows were slightly weaker but also done with a wider grip. Everything else felt stronger for more reps. First time trying one arm T bar rows and I really liked them. Biceps were noticeably stronger by the end of the workout as well.

Supplement Notes: Everything is still going good. Pump was insane this workout. Dropped a few fractions of a pound. Strength and endurance holding steady or increasing depending. Libido is still up. Night sweats continue as well. No change in mood thus far.

Solid workout! Are the night sweats bothering you or you just notice them?

 

[CATdiesel76]

Solid workout! Are the night sweats bothering you or you just notice them?

They don't bother me at all. I only notice if my dog wakes me up in the middle of the night or something I will be sweating pretty good. Nothing bad enough to have any effect on actual sleep quality

 

[baldwanus]

They don't bother me at all. I only notice if my dog wakes me up in the middle of the night or something I will be sweating pretty good. Nothing bad enough to have any effect on actual sleep quality

even in the winter, i tend to sleep with my window wide open....im curious if i'll have the night sweats most people seem to be having

 

[CATdiesel76]

Hit legs tonight. First kind of down workout in awhile.

Reverse Band Squats:

135x10
225x10 (started bands this set)
275x8
315x6
365x6
405x6

Front Squats:

185x20

SLDL:

135x12
185x12

Stopped after this felt really horrible for some reason.

Workout notes: Had a bad workout. My head wasn't in it and my body and head felt like crap. I decided to stop making excuses, sack up, and push through. I started off decent but in the middle of sldls I felt completely horrible so I cut my losses and called it a day.

Supplement Notes: Nothing really new to report. Still noticing pumps, increased libido, and slightly better endurance and strength (not today but I don't think that had to do with the supplement.)

 

[criticalbench]

wtf is a reverse band squat bro.

 

[CATdiesel76]

wtf is a reverse band squat bro.

It's where you put bands from the top of the power rack down to the bar so that the bands assist you at the very bottom of the lift. Helps train your cns to get used to handling heavier weight and helps lockout strength. Usually, I do the opposite with bands working against you from the bottom. Makes the top half of the movement brutal

 

[bcazo]

Grabbed a back workout yesterday. I didn't make it to my powerlifting gym but still had a great workout.

Wide Grip Bent Rows:

barx20
135x10
135x8
185x8
205x8
225x9
225x8

Seated Cable Rows:

180x10
200x10
220x10
240x12

Close Grip Pull Ups:

BWx21

One Arm T-Bar Rows:

25x10
50x10
75x10

Hammer Strength Low Rows:

3 platesx15
3 platesx15

Straight Arm Rope Pulldowns:

120x20
150x20

Face Pulls:

150x20

Barbell Curls:

45x10
70x10
95x10
95x10

Dumbell Curls:

35'sx10
45'sx10 dropset 30'sxfailure

Workout Notes: Bent Rows were slightly weaker but also done with a wider grip. Everything else felt stronger for more reps. First time trying one arm T bar rows and I really liked them. Biceps were noticeably stronger by the end of the workout as well.

Supplement Notes: Everything is still going good. Pump was insane this workout. Dropped a few fractions of a pound. Strength and endurance holding steady or increasing depending. Libido is still up. Night sweats continue as well. No change in mood thus far.

Sorry I've been MIA!!! work has been kicking my but!! Big time lifts as usual my friend keep it up I need your workouts to keep me motivated!!!

 

[CATdiesel76]

Sorry I've been MIA!!! work has been kicking my but!! Big time lifts as usual my friend keep it up I need your workouts to keep me motivated!!!

Haha trust me man I'm surprised you even have time to workout or get on the boards at all during tax season. Caught up on your log as well impressive stuff man

 

[UncleWade]

Haha trust me man I'm surprised you even have time to workout or get on the boards at all during tax season. Caught up on your log as well impressive stuff man

I'm taking federal tax accounting right now and my mind is blown - my sympathy goes out to all tax preparers, EAs, and CPAs during this season.

Glad to see you're still experiencing pumps, endurance, increases in libido and strength...shake off that "bad" workout and kill it next time!

 

[bcazo]

I'm taking federal tax accounting right now and my mind is blown - my sympathy goes out to all tax preparers, EAs, and CPAs during this season.

Yeah it's a bear this time of the year! Only saving grace is I do not prepare personal returns! I prepare returns for the real estate company I work for. This means over 50 partnership returns and the owner refuses to go on extension!!

 

[CATdiesel76]

Well a bit of bad and good news. I had a full keg fall from a 3 ft table right onto my big toe at work. I thought it was for sure broken and I couldn't walk but the good news is that it is much better and I can walk around fine so I don't think I broke anything.

Back to the gym tomorrow

 

[bcazo]

Well a bit of bad and good news. I had a full keg fall from a 3 ft table right onto my big toe at work. I thought it was for sure broken and I couldn't walk but the good news is that it is much better and I can walk around fine so I don't think I broke anything.

Back to the gym tomorrow

Thank god bro!!! My wife just broke her toe the other day.

 

[CATdiesel76]

Thank god bro!!! My wife just broke her toe the other day.

I know man can't believe that didn't break it. I read that in your log how is she doing with it?

 

[UncleWade]

Well a bit of bad and good news. I had a full keg fall from a 3 ft table right onto my big toe at work. I thought it was for sure broken and I couldn't walk but the good news is that it is much better and I can walk around fine so I don't think I broke anything.

Back to the gym tomorrow

Be sure to take care of that toe - sounds nasty. Maybe the college student in me is taking over, but where do you work that you have kegs suspended from the floor?

Keg stand video or GTFO.

 

[CATdiesel76]

Be sure to take care of that toe - sounds nasty. Maybe the college student in me is taking over, but where do you work that you have kegs suspended from the floor?

Keg stand video or GTFO.

I bartend sometimes on weekends to pick up some extra cash. I was getting a keg out of the beer cooler and a keg that was stacked on top of another fell off and landed on my toe

 

[PuZo]

I bartend sometimes on weekends to pick up some extra cash. I was getting a keg out of the beer cooler and a keg that was stacked on top of another fell off and landed on my toe

Ouch.. that can't feel good...

 

[Loudy Rowdy]

I've never gone to a bar where its like the movie Cocktails....bartenders going wild n crazy...

my life sucks

 

[CATdiesel76]

I've never gone to a bar where its like the movie Cocktails....bartenders going wild n crazy...

my life sucks

Haha I wish that's what my bar was like. Not nearly as much talent roaming my bar

 

[CATdiesel76]

Hit chest/shoulders/traps today

Fat Bar Bench:

Barx50
135x15
165x12
185x12
225x10

DB Bench:

75'sx15
100'sx15

DB Military:

40'sxfailure
40'sxfailure
40'sxfailure

DB Laterals:

25'sxFailure
25'sxFailure

DB Shrugs:

100'sx20
100'sx20
100'sx30

Barbell Tricep Extensions

Barx20
65x10
95x10
115x10
135x10 (PR)

Tricep Pressdowns:

130x15
170x12
190(whole stack)x10

Reverse Grip Pressdowns:

130x20

Workout Notes: Second time since shoulder injury putting 225 on the bar. The fat grip is definitely harder but still wanted to get more than 10. Just happy to be doing it with very little if any pain I guess. I was able to do shoulder work a bit heavier with no pain as well. Hit a pr on tricep extensions so that was good.

Supplement Notes: libido continues to increase. I have crazy morning wood. Deeper sleep with more vivid dreams. Great pumps as usual and strength is increasing slowly but surely. I have definitely leaned out. Tropinol + no bread or pasta for Lent has seen me go from 205 to 199 with no loss in strength or arm size

 

[UncleWade]

Supplement Notes: libido continues to increase. I have crazy morning wood. Deeper sleep with more vivid dreams. Great pumps as usual and strength is increasing slowly but surely. I have definitely leaned out. Tropinol + no bread or pasta for Lent has seen me go from 205 to 199 with no loss in strength or arm size

Nice job on the bench.

These benefits sound awesome - I'm hoping to use Tropinol XP to help me lean out a little, and this is really making me look forward to it. I could use more pumps, more strength, better body comp - but I'm not so sure I need any more libido right now.

 

[CATdiesel76]

Sorry guys been slammed. Did back last night and had a great workout

Defecit Deadlifts:

135x5
225x5
275x5
315x5
355x3
385x3
425x7 (PR)

Barbell Rows with Chains:

Barx20
135x10
135+60lbs chainsx6
165+60lbs chainsx6
185+60lbs chainsx6
225+60lbs chainsx8

Chest Supported T bar

2 platesx10
3 platesx10
4 platesx10

DB Rows: (no straps)

90'sx10
120'sx8
140'sx6

Reverse Grip Pull Ups:

BWx21
BWx13

Straight Arm Pulldowns:

120x20
140x20

Workout Notes: felt really strong today and shoulder felt great. Zero complaints here

Supplement Notes: Recomp effect very noticeable. I was down 2 big notches in my weight belt since Thursday and still just as strong. I had a PR on deficit deads. I feel more rested as of recent even with less sleep. Pumps still awesome. Still have heightened libido. Liking it a lot too bad I only have 3 days left. Trying to scrounge up the cash for the nutra deal to continue my run.

 

[bcazo]

Damn Catd!! My jaw always drops when I see your #'s!! Hows the shoulder doing now that I see your increasing the weight on your lifts??

 

[CATdiesel76]

Damn Catd!! My jaw always drops when I see your #'s!! Hows the shoulder doing now that I see your increasing the weight on your lifts??

Shoulder has improved leaps and bounds man thanks for asking. I can now bench more often and heavier And also do light military stuff and some pull up work. Still have a ways to go but getting there