It was alright. 4 day weekends are always a good thing. Didn't leave the house much, except to train.Solid work on the PR's! That feel when Drive is no more
How'd your weekend go?
It was alright. 4 day weekends are always a good thing. Didn't leave the house much, except to train.Solid work on the PR's! That feel when Drive is no more
How'd your weekend go?
In my experience, this is when you really start to appreciate what Drive was doing for you.
I'm sure it'll hit me when I go to pull the sled this week. :laugh: :scared:In my experience, this is when you really start to appreciate what Drive was doing for you.
That feeling I know too well.In my experience, this is when you really start to appreciate what Drive was doing for you.
Are you getting more Drive?I'm sure it'll hit me when I go to pull the sled this week. :laugh: :scared:
Probably not for this log.Are you getting more Drive?
It was the definition of winning.Still put in a good workout. Strong squats there! Post workout pizza followed by a steak dinner? Sounds like a win to me!
When I'm just lifting I go to a world gym. My agility and conditioning work is done at one of the performance centers on post.What kind of gym do you go to? Been wondering that. Would like to work on my agility at some point, but for now I'm just working to get bigger.
I always check my stims if I encounter sleep issues. Though sometimes it could be other factors. Solid training facility on base. Do you pay a fee or is it free for you?ME Lower 31MAY13
Pre: 3 Uncut, 4 Uptake
Intra: Gator + MBCAA
Warm up: Barx15. Gym closes at 8 on Friday and I didn't get in the gym til 7......
Conventional DL: 95x5, 135x5, 185x5, 225x5, 275x5, +belt 315x5 (PR), 325x5 (PR)
Front Squat: 155x5, 185x5 (wanted 1 more set, didn't have time)
Good Morning: 135x8, 155x8, 185x8, 225x8 (wanted 1 more set, didn't have time)
Hanging Leg Raise: N/A (gym closed, will do tomorrow)
Notes: Focus was good, put the headphones in for the 315 and 325 set. Might have had 10-15 more pounds in me for a 5RM but I didn't want to miss a lift. Didn't have any real issues with set up of the pull itself. Grip was steady. Did a full reset at the bottom between reps so there was no bounce or loss of tightness. Can't say I noticed too much by way of pumps (a little bit in the spinal erectors during the GMs) but the strength was there. Was sweating like a pig today, might have just been hotter in the gym though. Only gave myself 3 minutes of rest between the 315 and 325 (had to move on to assistance) and maybe got :45 between each set of GM/Front Squat.
Slept good last night. Been having some issues with that this week, waking up a good bit in the middle of the night. I'm not really sure why that is. Outside of that my sleep has been good this whole time, so....I don't really know what the deal with that is. Everything else is going well for me right now, my bicep was acting up yesterday (almost like the beginnings of tendinitis), but it wasn't an issue today. I think I might have about a week left with these products, and then I will mull over my results over these 4 weeks and weigh in on them as a stack!
If I have issues falling asleep I usually assume its stims. Waking up in the middle of the night though....I always check my stims if I encounter sleep issues. Though sometimes it could be other factors. Solid training facility on base. Do you pay a fee or is it free for you?
I've done some kind of athletic training all my life.I like your warm ups and mobility exercises. Have you done crossfit or some kind of athletic training before?
How's the IGF-2 so far? Notice any of the effects yet as far as vascularity and strength?
Sounds good. Just started PHAT and I think I'll start IGF-2 sooner than later. Working out sore is one thing, but not feeling 100% everyday is another.I've done some kind of athletic training all my life.
My strength has been steadily climbing, I can't say I notice much for vascularity though. The main thing I tend to notice with IGF-2 is decreased recovery time.
So it seems like you are seeing improvements then as the log has progressed....I've done some kind of athletic training all my life.
My strength has been steadily climbing, I can't say I notice much for vascularity though. The main thing I tend to notice with IGF-2 is decreased recovery time.
Yep, what I am experiencing is exactly what I expected to notice.So it seems like you are seeing improvements then as the log has progressed....
I train fasted and I find it much better. I like having an empty stomach.3Jun13 ME Upper
Got off work today and had to pick my wife up from the hospital (her friend went into labor) so I didn't get my usual pre workout meal. Took the usual pre workout supps and felt like the focus was much stronger without that meal. Had a bit of a headache when I got to the gym, had it for a few hours before (no water today....) but it finally went away during the latter half of the workout after drinking a ton of my intra. Didn't get my usual warm up today, so I did it in between sets.
Pre: 3 Uncut, 7 Uptake
Intra: Gator + MBCAA
Warm-up: Bar x a lot
Inc. Bench Press: 95x3, 135x3, 165x3, 185x3 (PR?), 195x3 (PR) Notes: Did band ext. rotation and shoulder dislocates between sets.
DB Floor Press: 55x12, 65x10, 65x12 (possible rep PR?)
a1. Chest Supported T-Bar Row: 70x10, 90x10, 115x8, 135x8
a2. Hex Bar Rows: 135x10x3, 155x9
Notes: The pump with this superset was ridiculous!
b1. Reverse Grip Tricep Pushdown: 50x8, 60x6, 60x8 Note: Start with left, match with right
b2. Rope Curls: 90x10, 110x10, 120x9
Bent Over Rear Delt Rows: 35x5, 45x5, 55x5
Overall: Had a great workout today. Worked up a sweat, had a great pump going and was all kinds of focused. Finished the workout and went and did some grocery shopping before heading to Golden Corral for dinner. Tried making the protein ice cream but found out I didn't have any gallon bags and just ended up with a cold, chunky shake.....lesson learned. Need gallon bags.
Take some extra time and warm up the shoulder, you don't want to injure it. Take it from someone who has had 3 shoulder surgeries.Went in today for DE Lower body, this is the last week of my pendulum wave and it went well. Technique was a lot better today on the back squat, but I didn't film anything today.
DE Lower 4Jun13
Pre: 3 Uncut, 4 Uptake
Intra: Gator + MBCAA
Warm-up: Assisted hip opening, IT Band/Adductor Foam Roll, Bar x a lot, 135x5, 225x3. Shoulder Over and Backs between sets
DE Pause Squat (2-3 sec pause): 75% 1RM / 265x1x6
2" Block Pulls (standing on 45# plate): 135x5, 185x5, 225x5, 275x5 (these actually felt easy, a lot more glute activation with the deficit pulls)
Front Squat: 135x8, 185x7x2
45 deg. Hyper: Average Band x5x2
Pallof Press: Monster Mini x8x3 (per side)
Notes: Again, my focus was much improved. And the energy was good. I went in feeling pretty strong and did much better with maintaining spinal extension with the back squats. Having a little discomfort with that left shoulder, really it just feels sore more than anything. Worked up a darn good sweat today, and the deficit pulls felt a lot easier than I expected. I probably could have gone heavier, but it wasn't worth risking it considering it was my first time doing them. Lesson learned for next time. Counted my IGF-2 and it looks like I have about 2 days left (a little over) and my Uptake is dwindling. This log looks like it will draw to a close this weekend :sad:.
Went in today for DE Lower body, this is the last week of my pendulum wave and it went well. Technique was a lot better today on the back squat, but I didn't film anything today.
DE Lower 4Jun13
Pre: 3 Uncut, 4 Uptake
Intra: Gator + MBCAA
Warm-up: Assisted hip opening, IT Band/Adductor Foam Roll, Bar x a lot, 135x5, 225x3. Shoulder Over and Backs between sets
DE Pause Squat (2-3 sec pause): 75% 1RM / 265x1x6
2" Block Pulls (standing on 45# plate): 135x5, 185x5, 225x5, 275x5 (these actually felt easy, a lot more glute activation with the deficit pulls)
Front Squat: 135x8, 185x7x2
45 deg. Hyper: Average Band x5x2
Pallof Press: Monster Mini x8x3 (per side)
Notes: Again, my focus was much improved. And the energy was good. I went in feeling pretty strong and did much better with maintaining spinal extension with the back squats. Having a little discomfort with that left shoulder, really it just feels sore more than anything. Worked up a darn good sweat today, and the deficit pulls felt a lot easier than I expected. I probably could have gone heavier, but it wasn't worth risking it considering it was my first time doing them. Lesson learned for next time. Counted my IGF-2 and it looks like I have about 2 days left (a little over) and my Uptake is dwindling. This log looks like it will draw to a close this weekend :sad:.
Yeah, I was having a lot of success in other areas with uncut (breathing easier, sustained energy) but the focus has really picked up since I started taking it 2 hours after my last meal.Good idea with not going heavier. Solid workout as usual though. Glad Uncut has continued to shine for you. Sadly everything has to come to an end. You've been killing this log!
Oh have you been taking it about an hour or so post meal?Yeah, I was having a lot of success in other areas with uncut (breathing easier, sustained energy) but the focus has really picked up since I started taking it 2 hours after my last meal.
It had been closer to 45 minutes.Oh have you been taking it about an hour or so post meal?
I hear yah, what can you do w/ the schedule you have. You were still digesting food at that point. Unfortunately Uncut doesn't work too well under those conditions.It had been closer to 45 minutes.
Not necessarily optimal, but I would get off work and eat. Maybe get 30-45 (sometimes 10-15) before I'd have to leave for the gym. So it all became pretty cramped.
Yeah, now I just bring a snack to work and eat around 3. Which has been working out well.I hear yah, what can you do w/ the schedule you have. You were still digesting food at that point. Unfortunately Uncut doesn't work too well under those conditions.
Agreed, this has been a very good log.Good idea with not going heavier. Solid workout as usual though. Glad Uncut has continued to shine for you. Sadly everything has to come to an end. You've been killing this log!
Yeah you are.....In, even if I am incredibly late.
Squats you say?
Solid squat PR! Glad the effects of IGF-2 and Uncut are helping you out. Appreciate you taking the time to log these products for us Jim. Yeah with IGF-2 or HGH Up, it's best to take a good look back.Final workout update. And it was a hell of a workout to finish off with.
IGF-2 officially ran out this morning :sad: and all I have left is a small amount of my own Uncut and Uptake (which are going to become consistent players in my pre workout ritual)
7JUN13 ME Lower
Pre: 3 Uncut, 4 Uptake
Intra: Gator + MBCAA
Warm-Up: Foam Roll IT Band/Adductor, Lacrosse Ball Glute, MM Banded GM, LBBSxbarx15, 95x5, 135x5, 185x5, 225x3, 275x2
Low Bar Back Squat: +belt 315x2, +knee wraps 335x2, 355x2, 375x2 (PR)
Deficit Pulls (standing on plate): 225x3, 275x3, 315x3
Banded Good Morning: AVG(1 side)x15, AVG(both sides)x15
Zercher Squat: 135x8
And....then the gym closed and I had to leave. Focus was unbelievable today, my planned end set was the 355x2 but it felt so good that I decided to throw 375 on. Pump was noticeable (even with only four caps) during the Good Mornings. Strength is definitely up right now.
I will be taking all of my final measurements and pictures tomorrow morning. I will post them up but will mull over my results for a few days before I post the final write up of this run.
I was trying to find your log on my phone didnt see the other one. Thanks.Yeah you are.....
Especially since it ended today lol.
Sub to the training log bro!
http://anabolicminds.com/forum/workout-logs/220973-jim-performance-king-23.html#post4029985
Nice results! Looks like you gained and lost some. Do you happen to know your weight and BF before/after?These final stats don't really make any sense to me but here they are.
Final Stats
Weight: 173.8 (+4)
Chest: 39.3" (-.5)
Rt. Bi: 15.6" (-.2)
Lt. Bi: 15.6" (+.1)
Rt. Thigh: 27.2" (+1.3)
Lt. Thigh: 26.9" (+1.1)
Waist: 35.6" (+.3)
Rt. Calf: 16.8" (-.4)
Lt. Calf: 17.0" (+/- 0)
Neck: 18.0" (-.2)
So, there it is. Not sure if it was just an inconsistency with measuring, had my wife do it like always. But, somehow I gained 4 pounds and lost inches on most body parts, so yeah. Except for my legs, apparently they grew like weeds. Hmmmm....
Final Pics
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Final Review (to be posted later)
The before weight and measurements were in the initial post.Nice results! Looks like you gained and lost some. Do you happen to know your weight and BF before/after?
Derp, I see it.The before weight and measurements were in the initial post.
I don't track body fat usually, don't have a consistent way of doing it.
Could have been holding some water, differences are minute in some of your measurements. Do you feel like you made progress? Feel bigger, etc?The before weight and measurements were in the initial post.
I don't track body fat usually, don't have a consistent way of doing it.
I've definitely made progress. I've gained 4 pounds with a minimal rise in waist measurement (in 4 weeks I might add) and have gotten much stronger and more well conditioned.Could have been holding some water, differences are minute in some of your measurements. Do you feel like you made progress? Feel bigger, etc?
I feel like I definitely got bigger, leaning out however....If you gained muscle and lost fat while gaining a small amount of weight then your measurement changes make sense if you think you leaned out some and got bigger.
That's how I look at it. Stronger is good. I could care less about size. But size does help strength 9 times out of ten. At our weights were not on danger of being too big or fat... Lol.I feel like I definitely got bigger, leaning out however....
Shirts fit a little snugger around the chest and shoulders, but measurements were smaller. Oh well, I'm stronger now so its the right kind of progress.
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