Haiz gets FREAKY with Neovar 2.0

[haiz69]

Get Freaky: Nevoar 2.0

About Me and This Log!

Just wanted to say thanks to AN for giving me the chance to log Neovar 2.0. I've used the original and loved the insulin-mimicking components, but I've never been a huge fan of CEE. When I saw that 2.0 did not have CEE, I was thrilled. Hopefully the tried in true mono, in conjunction with the phosphocreatine will prove to be a stellar combo. This log has taken a bit for me to start, but now that it is underway, things should roll along nicely!

Diet-wise, I'm pretty standard. About 40-45% carbs, 30% Protein and 25% or so fat. It varies from day to day. On my workout days, I take in around 3600-3700 calories, with off days a bit below that number. As of now, my training looks like:

Upper Body Power
Lower Body Power
Off
Chest/Back Hypertrophy
Legs/Traps Hypertrophy
Arms/Shoulders Hypertrophy

Power days contain a few basic movements, with rep ranges around 3-6. Hypertrophy days are more 8-15 rep oriented, with short rest periods and supersets. As of now, I rarely perform cardio, as I save that for dieting. HIIT however, will be performed at some points throughout the log. Workout #1 starts today!

Here are some pics:

[haiz69]

Day 1

Chest/Back - Hypertrophy

Incline DB Press Superset W/ WG Pullups:

75X8 // BWX12
75X8 // BWX10
75X8 // BWX8
70X8 // BWX8

Incline Hammer ISO Superset W/ DB Row:

120X12 // 75X10
120X12 // 75X10
120X12- Drop 100X8 - Drop 50X15 // 75X10

Cable Crossover W/ Hammer Row:

110X8 // 140X15
95X10 // 140X15
95X8 // 160X10 - Drop 140X10 - Drop 90X15

Close Grip Pulldowns W/ DB Pullover:

120X10 - Drop 90X12 // 65X8
140x10 // 55X12


140X10 // 55X12

Thoughts

Amazing workout for sure. Kept everything short of failure (as I go to failure on power days) and really focused on good form and the mind-muscle connection. Strength felt good and endurance was definitely a notch above where it usually is. I'd assume this is from a combo of the supplement and me actually getting sleep for once!!

When the workout was done, I felt like I could have kept going. Great pump everywhere today as well. Not too much else to note on the first day, but definitely a good start!

[vikinginc]

... So, I've got to ask . . How you gonna be able to determine whether it's the Neovar 2.0 that's working or the APS Plasmagen Nitrate [that you're logging on bb.com's forum] ?

.... and both sponsored ?!

[haiz69]

... So, I've got to ask . . How you gonna be able to determine whether it's the Neovar 2.0 that's working or the APS Plasmagen Nitrate [that you're logging on bb.com's forum] ?

.... and both sponsored ?!

I've been using Neovar 1.0 for over 2 months and the nitrate log has been put on hold for the moment.

[EasyEJL]

nifty

[THEGEEZ]

good luck i put in an app to run this log .. ill keep my eyes out for this 1 !

[haiz69]

Day 2

Legs - Hypertrophy

Front Squat Superset W/ Single Leg Curl

135X8 // 70X10
145X8 // 70X10
145X8 // 70X10
145X8 // 70X10

DB Lunge Superset W/ Leg Extension (Slow Tempo)

50X8 // 12X80
50X8 // 12X80
50X8 // 12X80 - Rest 12X80 *Fast

High Foot Position Leg Press

410X10 - 10 Second Rest - 410X10 - Drop 320X10 - 10 Second Rest - 320X10

Calves

Seated Calf Raises 135X10 (3 Sets)
Leg Press Calf Raises - 320X12 (3 Sets)
Smith Machine Calf Raises - Standing - 135X10 (5 sets, with 10 seconds rest b/t sets, all different foot positions)

Thoughts

Pretty good leg workout here. Admittedly, I feel like it could have been a bit better, but I got some good work in nonetheless. I still haven't decided how I like to hold the bar on front squats the most yet. I'm leaning towards the corss grip at the moment. Next week, I'll probably drop the weight down a bit and just focus on holding the bar perfectly.

Lunges felt great and supersetting them with leg extensions make my quads scream for mercy. Definitely got a nice pump going on all around. Calves went well and I'm really focusing on them, as they are a weak bodypart for me. Felt great today though.

Neovar has been good so far in terms of fullness/endurance. I don't expect the creatine to kick in for a bit, so nothing major to report there. Still a good start however and I'm looking forward to continuing to use it.

[haiz69]

Day 3

Shoulders/Arms - Hypertrophy

DB Shoulder Press Superset W/ Shoulder Press Variation

60X8 // 35X10 (Neutral Grip)
60X7 // 35X6 (Arnold Press)
55X6 // 35X8 (Single Arm Press)
45X10 // 35X8 (Neutral Grip)

DB Side Laterls (Heavy W/ Momentum) Superset W/ Rear Lateral Raises Superset W/ SLOW Side Laterals

30X10 // 22.5 X12 // 10X12
30X10 // 22.5X12 // 15X10
30X8 // 22.5X12 // 15X10

Rear Delt Fly Superset W/ Side Delt Cable

90X10 - Drop 60X10 // 35X6 - Add 50X6
90X10 - Drop 60X10 // 35X6 - Add 50X6

Biceps - TRI SET - 6 - 12 - 25

Exercises = Incline DB Curls (Stretch), BB Curls (Mid), Preacher Curls (Contraction)

1st: 40X6 // 65X12 // 35X25
2nd: 40X6 // 65X12 // 35X25
3rd: 35X6 // 65X12 // 35X25

Triceps - TRI SET - 6 - 12 - 25

Exercises = Overheard Cable Extension (Stretch), DB Skulls to Forehead (Mid), Kickbacks (Contraction)

1st: 42.5X6 // 20X12 // 15X25
2nd: 42.5X6 // 20X12 // 15X25
3rd: 42.5X6 // 20X12 // 15X25

Thoughts

Wow - GREAT workout. Strength on DB Presses was okay to start, but dipped quickly after the supersets and minimal rest time between them (1 minute). Supersets were not terribly bad today, although the superslow side laterals made me want to scream.

The arms routine was something I read about a while ago and have used on and off. It has been VERY effective for short spurts of time. The pump I had going was beyond incredible and I could barely move my arms by the time it was all over. If the type-up is too confusing, you perform the three exercises, all in a row, for three rounds. It was brutal to say the least!

Neovar still going well. I'm taking it 30 minutes or so before my highest carb meals (morning/pre-wo). If I should change that, just let me know guys. Thanks!

[haiz69]

Day 5 + NEW WORKOUTS

Chest/Biceps - Workout 1 (Volume Phase)

DB Incline Bench

75X10
75X7
75X5.5 (Cheated to get the last one)
70X6, 50X7 (Drop set)

Incline Hammer Iso Press Superset W/ Chest Fly Machine

110X8 1 and 1/2 reps (1 rep = full rep + rep at top half of movement) // 80X12 (Slow)

110X8 1 and 1/2 reps (Same, but 1/2 rep at bottom of movement) // 90X6, 100X6, 110X6 (ascending superset)

90X7,7,7 (7 bottom half, 7 top half, 7 full reps) // 140X6, 90X7 (Drop set)

High Cable Crossover from Low Pulley

50X10, 10, 10. (10 Reps full, 10 reps bottom half, 10 reps to half of movement.

BB Curl

85X10
85X8, 65X8, 45X6,6,12 (6 bottom half, 6 top half, 12 full).

Hammer Curl Superset W/ Concentration Curl

35X6 // 20X12
35X6 // 20X12

Thoughts

HOLY S***! One of the best workouts EVER. INSANE pumps and endurance folks! Anyways, I'll get to the specifics in a bit, but some comments about my new routine:

I have been writing out a program for a while now, that I could stay on during school, that:

A.) Wouldn't bore me to death
B.) Give me a nice mix of strength/hypertrophy
C.) Allow me to workout at least 5 days a week

So, I am now a bodypart split that looks like:

Chest/Biceps/Forearms
Legs/Calves
Off
Shoulders/Tri's/Abs
Back/ (more calves)
Off
Repeat.

I get to workout 2 on, 1 off, and I love the combos of bodyparts. Anyways, the split will remain the same, but the program goes in 3 week cycles. I go through the split 3-4 times with a volume phase (reps from 6 and upward, more sets). After the volume phase, I'll head into a 3-4 week power phase (3-8 reps). Volume phase has short rest times, faster tempos, supersets, etc... (as you see above). I will cycle back and forth between these two. Depending on strength gains and size gains, one might go for a bit longer than the other. For example, if strength gains are high, but size isn't where I want it to be, I'll for 4 weeks on the volume and 3 weeks on the power (if you catch my drift). All in all, I'm really excited to get rolling on this.

As for the volume workouts, you will see me employing a lot of intensity techniques like supersets, partial reps, constant tension, different tempos, etc...If you have any questions, just yell~~!

Back to the workout though. Definitely a great one. Incline's started off with a slow tempo and rested for about 75 seconds between sets. Last set was a drop-set. The superset of incline hammers + flies nearly killed me though! The ascending and descending sets for the flies really added to the pain! Finished off the chest with some fairly light Cable crossovers to get some extra blood into the muscle.

As for biceps, after the crazy BB curls, I could have stopped. I could barely move my arms. However, I couldn't pass up a chance to get some hammers and more curls in, so I ripped out a few sets back to back. Threw in some forearms and I was done....BAM!

As for neovar...strength was up a bit on Incline presses. All the other stuff was so super-setted I wasn't even looking/trying for strength. Endurance was through the roof though and pumps were unreal~! I was as full as ever. Hopefully the trend continues!

[Rosie Chee]

Log's looking good so far, Haiz. Like your layout and your workouts ...With your meals post-NeoVar dose, you may want to make them closer, say 15-20 minutes, instead of 30 minutes after dosing...Apart from that, all looks sweet so far, dude. Keep it up; eyes are watching (and if you have any more queriess, we're only a PM away, LOL)

[TexasLifter89]

Looks to be solid. Neovar is my speciality. Ask away Muahah. Good luck, even though you wont need it.

[haiz69]

Thank you both for the advice/support.

[haiz69]

Day 6

LEGS - Workout 1 (Volume Phase)

Front Squat -Practice (Just for form = not really part of workout)

135X8
135X8
115X8, 115X8 (10 second rest)

A1: Leg Extensions

1: 155X15, 110X10, 80X15 (Drop-set)
2: 140X6, 155X6, 170X6 (Ascending Set)
3: 80X12 (Two Legs up, 1 Leg Eccentric)

A2: DB Split Squat

1: 25X12 (Per Leg, Constant Tension = no lockout), 25X6 Per Leg (Extended set)
2: 25X12 (Per Leg, Constant Tension = no lockout), 25X6 Per Leg (Extended set)
3: 25X12 (Per Leg, Constant Tension = no lockout), 15X6 Per Leg, 15X6 Per Leg (again)

B1: Smith Squat

1: 175X8 (Wide Stance - Feet Out - Lockout + Squeeze), 155X15 (1 Close Stance, 10 Constant Tension, Rest 5 more)
2: 175X8 (Wide Stance - Feet Out - Lockout + Squeeze), 155X15 (1 Close Stance, 10 Constant Tension, Rest 5 more)

C1: BB Stiff Legged Deadlift

1: 185X8 (constant Tension = no lockout at top)
2: 185X8 (constant Tension = no lockout at top)
3: 185X8 (constant Tension = no lockout at top), Rest 30 Seconds 185X6

C2: One Leg Hammy Curl - Seated

1: 50X12 Per Leg
2: 50X12 Per Leg
3: 50X12 Per Leg

D1: Seated Calf Raises

1: 135X8
2: 135X8
3: 135X8

D2: Calf Press Horizontal

1: 120X20
2: 120X20
3: 120X20

Thoughts

WELL...the pump in my legs today was INSANE!!! After I finished the first supersets (A1 and A2 means supersetted), I could barely walk up the stairs. Still though, I managed to blast the quads even more with some smith squats supersetted. Then I moved on to hammies and calves. Some GREAT work in there.

Endurance was great again today. Perhaps the creatine is beginning to take effect and the enhanced shuttling of carbs to the muscle/glycogen storage has led to more sustained energy and stamina. All I know is this workout was brutal, but I nailed it!

One of the techniques I've been using a lot is constant tension (no lockout). This really increases the difficulty of anything, as you get no recovery time, as opposed to if you locked out the weight. Just another trick I like to use to punish myself!

Tomorrow is off, but I'll probably do some Low Intensity Cardio. Until then..izza:

[haiz69]

Day 8

Shoulders/Tri's - Workout 1 (Volume Phase)

A1: DB Shoulder Press - Seated - FULL ROM

1: 60X8
2: 60X8
3: 60X7

A2: DB Laterals (Side)

1: 15X10 (Start Behind Back) - 15X10 (From Front)
2: 20X10 (Behind Back)
3: 20X8 (Behind Back) - 20X8 (Front)

B1: 3-way Laterals

1: 25X4 Rounds (1 Round - Side Lateral, 45% to Front, Front Lateral)
2: 25X4 Rounds
3: 25X4 Rounds

B2: Rear Machine Fly

1: 80X12 (Slow)
2: 80X12 (Slow)
3: 80X12 (Slow)

B3: Seated Hammer Press - Bottom 1/2 of Movement

1: 100X10
2: 100X10
3: 100X10

A1: Close Grip Bench

1: 145X8
2: 145X8
3: 145X8

A2: DB KickBack

1: 20X12
2: 20X12

B1: SkullCrushers

1: 50X12 (4 to Chin, 4 to forehead, 4 behind head)
2: 50X12 (4 to Chin, 4 to forehead, 4 behind head)

Thoughts

Another good workout. Weights are not terribly impressive at the moment, as I'm really focusing on intensity/growth vs. strength right now. Training like this generally gives me some great gains in endurance. Rest between sets was kept to 1-1:30 minutes.

The second superset for shoulders was NUTS. The 3 way laterals are great, supersetted with rear flies and some presses at the end to finish off the shoulders. Took it easy on rear flies, as I'll be hitting back tomorrow.

Triceps felt good. Close-Grip bench felt easy at 145, but I kept the rest between supersets low, so I didn't want to increase the weight and compromise form. The last exercise for tri's was great and really hit them from 3 different angles. Skulls to the chin KILL me.

For abs, I threw in 60 second planks supersetted with lying leg raises. Then I hit up some crunches and hanging leg raises. Good stuff!

Endurance was great and I had a nice pump going on. Not too much else to say. As of now I'm pounding down my PWO meal of a couple tuna sandwiches...YUM.

[TexasLifter89]

how are you liking neovar? Feeling the effects yet? speaking of growth i have had my dad using this stuff. 1/2 inch growth after bottles use a long side RPM and drive. Unreal results IMO. Of course he used to be big so it may have been muscle memory

[Inarius]

subd late but looking good

[haiz69]

how are you liking neovar? Feeling the effects yet? speaking of growth i have had my dad using this stuff. 1/2 inch growth after bottles use a long side RPM and drive. Unreal results IMO. Of course he used to be big so it may have been muscle memory

Liking it a good deal. Always liked the original, but the addition of the better forms of creatine + Gymnema is great IMO.

Endurance + fullness are way up. Strength is going up, but slowly, as this is not my strength phase.

[TexasLifter89]

Liking it a good deal. Always liked the original, but the addition of the better forms of creatine + Gymnema is great IMO.

Endurance + fullness are way up. Strength is going up, but slowly, as this is not my strength phase.

nice! congrats man keep it up!

[peteypab]

Whats up Haiz?

Nice Log I'm def. interested in NeoVar I've followed you on some other logs at bb.com. I'll be watching here too. Reps

[macedaddy]

Lookin' large and incharge! Good luck with the log!