Semper Fi MotherF*ckers!!! SamBoz19 Is Running Some Recon From Muscle Pharm

[SamBoz19]

[size=+1]What is it:[/size]

Well it has been quite some time since I have done a log, but with a great opportunity to run a new product from Muscle Pharm I couldn't pass it up. Many of you may not be familiar with me and many of you may be if you checked through my epic workout log. Regardless...I will give a rundown of what to expect from me. To make a few quick statements...if you are the type to be an instigator and want to come in my log and cause any trouble please do everyone a favor and get the F*ck out and stay the F*ck out! I will not tolerate any BS drama in my log. We are all adults here and I expect everyone entering this log to conduct themselves with some pride, dignity, and respect. Now with the usual disclaimer crap out of the way lets get down to business...

One last thing before I get started....A big [size=+1]THANK YOU!!![/size] goes out to my boy Paul and the rest of the Muscle Pharm team. To my delight I received a free tub of Assault (Raspberry Lemonade), a free T-Shirt, and a free fitted stretch flex hat in addition to the tub of Recon. That is what you call top of the line customer service...I totally wasn't expecting anything like that so it was a nice surprise.


[size=+1]Experience:[/size] I have tried so many different supplements I can't even remember them all, but I definitely do have my select choice companies I prefer to buy from-Muscle Pharm quickly became one of them as I have tried their whole line and I have not been disappointed. LOL. . I have done my fair share of cycles. Training wise...I have been training for quite some time now (since middle school pretty much).

[size=+1]Training:[/size] My preferred training regimen is my own version of Derek Charlebois 10x3 program (you only use this when bulking). When not bulking I pretty much mix sh*t up...I like to experiment a lot. Recently I have found that I like having one day where I do a 5x5 of the big three-squat, bench, deads with 3 sets of warmups for each. The rest of the week is high intensity training (10-12 rep sets with moderate to heavy weight) and goes like this...arms, chest and back, legs and shoulders. I alternate days between abs and cardio as well. My training schedule goes from Sunday through Thursday with Friday and Saturday off.

[size=+1]Nutrition:[/size] I am not completely anal about my diet anymore. I used to be, but honestly as long as you know your body and you eat right...cheating here and there doesn't really hurt you too much, but then again it depends on who you are. I have pizza once a week usually. Anyway...my diet generally involves having high carbs moderate protein, low fat for my first meal of the day, pre-workout, and post-workout only. In between those meals it is only high fat (sources are Olive Oil, Coconut Oil, or Naturally More Peanut Butter, or basically your good fats and EFA's) and high protein. I do not not necessarily calorie count, but I generally aim for 3500-4000 cals a day as my maintenance. In regards to what I eat...extra lean ground beef, buffalo meat, turkey, apples, blueberries, bananas, broccoli, Natural Peanut Butter, Whole Wheat/Multi-Grain Pasta, Whole Wheat Breads, High Fiber High Protein Oatmeal, Pizza (on cheat days), liquid egg whites, skim milk, etc.


[size=+1]Plan of Attack:[/size] Well there is 21 servings in a tub of Recon so I plan on using it 4 days a week which means it will last me 5 weeks. I will also be running Assault as well (I love this stuff...the blue raz flavor is the best tasting supp on this planet). I will most likely Do my 5x5 training sessions on Sundays and then take Mondays off (usually I am very busy doing homework on this day) and start back up on Tuesday. In other words...I will update this log 4 times a week and will check in everyday. Lastly, yes I am running other supps because I am currently in PCT (I ran a mega dose cycle of Furaguno and Oxyguno), but nothing I am using in addition interferes with either Assault or Recon, except that I will be using some Nutraplanet caffeine tabs or Lipo-Am with Assault for an extra boost pre-workout. Note: I would prefer to keep this log about Recon mostly and Assault secondary so questions about my cycle and PCT and so forth...if you want specifics I will pm you, fair enough? This way the log stays clean of excess clutter.

As a nice gesture...

I would say this guy is pretty successful

Cheers!:cheers:

 

[Rosie Chee]

In by default :hug: Now time to kick some ass! :buttkick:

 

[SamBoz19]

Update 1: 5x5 Week 1

[size=+4]SamBoz19 Gets Semperfied With Muscle Pharm's Recon​

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[size=+4]Update 1: [/size] [size=+4]5x5 Week 1[/size]​

This was my workout from yesterday. Time to get down to business...

[size=+2]Motivational Quote of the Day:[/size] Click it and get ready rip some sh*t up.

YouTube- Semper Fi Doom

[size=+2]The Workout:[/size]

10 minutes of stretching

5 minutes of warmup cardio

Squats:

3 sets of warmups (25, 15, 10)

5 working sets of 5@350lbs (starting off light again...knees and hammy's have been bugging me lately)

Bench:

3 sets of warmups (25, 15, 10)

5 working sets of 5@275lbs

Deads:

3 sets of warmups (25, 15, 10)

5 Working sets of 5@350lbs

15 minutes of post training cardio

[size=+2]Workout Music Video of the Day:[/size]

YouTube- Five Finger Death- Punch Bullet Proof (Official song)

[size=+2]Workout Ratings:[/size]

Mental Alertness/Focus: 10/10
Energy: 10/10
Motivation: 10/10
Mood/Aggression: 10/10
Stress: 5/10
Libido: 7.5/10
Joints: 6/10
Endurance: 10/10
Strength: 10/10
Quality of Training: 7/10
Pump and Vascularity: 8.5/10
Overall Sense of Feeling: 8.5/10

[size=+2]Thoughts of the day:[/size] Well yesterday's workout was great. I honestly felt really damn good. A quick note...I have used Assault previously, but this was my first experience of the Raspberry Lemonade flavor and once again Muscle Pharm did a great job with the flavoring. It was very pleasant, but no it is not as good as the Blue Raz...that is mah shiznit. LOL. I should note overall the workout was pretty solid, but I was really upset with myself because well my ego was getting to me...I can lift a lot heavier than I was doing and I even felt like the weight was too easy, but at the same time I did not want to risk injury as my hammy's and knees have been acting up lately...most likely because of work, but sh*t happens. Regardless of the ego...I would still say this was a successful workout. Stress was normal and my joints were irritating me. My libido is starting to come back up...although a lot of that has to do with my beautiful wife . Instead of mentioning my thoughts on Recon here...I am going to do an initial review following this post...wait for my thoughts there.

[size=+2]Pic of the Day:[/size] The man that personifies greatness...

Thats it for now...

Cheers!:cheers:

-Sean-

 

[Chub]

subbed! cheers for the invite!

 

[SamBoz19]

Sean's Initial Thoughts On Recon!

[size=+2]Formula: 9.5/10:[/size]

The formula of Recon is pretty damn impressive for sure. It is a pretty complete formula for being a post-workout formula. There isn't too many out there that are really worth a damn, but I like this formula. There are too many of the same breed pretty much...if you've had one you have had them all. Recon is one of the few different ones that stand out in my opinion. However, to each their own in regard to opinions.

[size=+2]Taste: 8/10:[/size] To be honest...I was pleasantly surprised that this did not disappoint me. Most of the time fruit punch flavors literally suck a big one. However, this fruit punch flavor had a nice smooth flavor to it...it was sweet in the just the right amount and did not offer that terribly bitter taste that most fruit punch flavored supplements have.

[size=+2]Mixability: 9.5/10:[/size] I had no real trouble mixing it, but there was some sediment left over...can't really complain here as the amount that didn't mix was negligible.

[size=+2]Texture: 9.5/10:[/size] It was very smooth...no rough unmixed particles or bits floating around. I think it was a nice change for a pre-workout formula as well as it was not too thick like most of them are...for instance...MHP's Dark Matter is just too thick to choke down for my liking.

[size=+2]Recovery: 9/10:[/size] Well this after only one workout, but I noticed a difference today...only minor soreness to let me know I worked out good and hard. No real aches or pains and I feel pretty good. I can get up and move around without too much muscle soreness or tightness.

[size=+2]Quality of Sleep 9.5/10:[/size] I have to make a note here because I slept great for a solid knocked out 10 hours...this is rare and Recon is the only thing that could have helped in this department as I am taking anything else that helps with sleep. The best part...I woke up and felt great. Maybe it is a placebo effect, but hell I'll take it. I had a great night of sleep. . However, if I had to make an educated guess on why Recon may have helped with my sleep I would narrow it down to the combo of Suma Root, Phosphatidylserine, and DMG. Suma Root effects me two different ways...it boosts my endurance through the roof and overall sense of well-being, but also improves my quality of relaxation...I always feel pretty calm when using it. So yeah that would be my assessment and I am sticking to it. LOL.

Overall, after my initial serving of Recon I am excited about using the rest of the product to see if any other notable effects come up. If my initial thoughts are any indication Muscle Pharm has struck gold with Recon. :thumbsup:. We will see if my final review correlates with my initial thoughts here

Cheers!:cheers:

-Sean-

 

[SamBoz19]

subbed! cheers for the invite!

No problem bud. :thumbsup:

Cheers!:cheers:

 

[CTDeuce]

here to follow Sean....gotta support the bozwick!

 

[SamBoz19]

here to follow Sean....gotta support the bozwick!

Nice to see ya Papa Deuce!

Cheers to ya bud!:cheers:

-Sean-

 

[VolcomX311]

 

[SamBoz19]

Nice! Totally digging that animation.

Cheers bud!:cheers:

-Sean-

 

[capnsavem]

good stuff!

 

[Inarius]

subd in here big guy

 

[pmiller383]

Log looks great as always buddy, keep up the good work.

 

[capnsavem]

dude this log is insane. i'm raging with jealous envy right now

 

[SamBoz19]

good stuff!

Thanks man!

subd in here big guy

Awesome. Glad to have you along for the journey. :thumbsup:

Log looks great as always buddy, keep up the good work.

Thanks Paul. It is always a delight to have you follow along. However, I am saying thank you again because you made this log happen. :You_Rock_Emoticon:

dude this log is insane. i'm raging with jealous envy right now

LOL. Jealous...really? My log's aren't that special.

Cheers!:cheers:

-Sean-

 

[CTDeuce]

aye! Long time no see sir! glad to see ya

 

[SamBoz19]

Update 2: Week 1 Arms Day!

[size=+4]SamBoz19 Gets Semperfied With Muscle Pharm's Recon​

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[size=+4]Update 2: [/size] [size=+4]Arms Week 1[/size]​

Time for Update #2...lets get rolling.

[size=+2]Motivational Quote of the Day:[/size]

"We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, therefore,
is not an act but a habit."

-Aristotle-

[size=+2]The Workout:[/size]

10 minutes of stretching

5 minutes of warmup cardio

Barbell Bicep Curls:

3 sets of warmups (25, 15, 10)

3 working sets of 12@135lbs

Skull Crushers w/EZ Curl Bar:

3 sets of warmups (25, 15, 10)

3 working sets of 10@105lbs
1 set of 6@135lbs

Hammer Curls w/ 35lb DB's (It's all I have to use):

3 sets of 25

Tricep Pressdowns using straight bar attachment (man I need a V-Bar attachment...lol):

3 sets of 12@110lbs

Reverse Plate Curls using 45lb Plate:

4 sets of 25

Bodyweight Dips:

4 sets of 12

Light ab work

15 mins of cardio

[size=+2]Workout Music Video of the Day:[/size]

YouTube- Jars- Chevelle Official Music Video!

[size=+2]Workout Ratings:[/size]

Mental Alertness/Focus: 9/10
Energy: 7.5/10
Motivation: 10/10
Mood/Aggression: 10/10
Stress: 5/10
Libido: 8.5/10
Joints: 7.5/10
Endurance: 10/10
Strength: 10/10
Quality of Training: 6.5/10
Pump and Vascularity: 9/10
Overall Sense of Feeling: 8.5/10

[size=+2]Thoughts of the day:[/size] Well at least I worked out, but I was kind of disappointed in myself. I just did not have that extra in this workout, but I was aggressive as hell. The motivation was there, the strength was there, the mind-muscle connection was there, but I didn't have that extra boost. The saving grace of my workout is that my endurance was there...I did not ever feel any real fatigue settle in and I did have some awesome pumps in the Bi's and Tri's.

Stress is status quo pretty much. A lot of sh*t on my plate, but I am the type that backs down from nothing and always find a way to come out on top...failure and losing are foreign concepts to me. Additionally...I hate starting off light, but I have had a week and 2 days off of training so before I get back into my brutal style of training I am going light and it is really irritating to say the least. Most likely you'll see a big jump in numbers next week...note: they won't be strength increases just heavier weights which I am accustomed to doing. For those that have followed before you won't be surprised, but those new to a log of mine may look and go WTF? So just a heads up.

[size=+2]Thoughts on Day 2 of Recon:[/size] Well my flavor rating will most likely stay the same. It is refreshing, but it is not like it is Tahitian Treat Fruit punch or anything. Effects wise...so far the biggest noticeable effect is that I am not having any problems with DOMS. Minor muscle soreness and stiffness, but that is normal...as soon as I move around for a bit I am fine. Again...my sleep was deep and restful so I am starting to think that this stuff would make an awesome compliment to go with Bullet Proof as a stack. I usually workout a few hours before bed time or so that is why I am noticing this effect most likely. The one effect that is very noticeable after the second dose is the calming effect and the refreshed feeling. I should also note I do not have out of this world expectations either...If I notice something worth talking about I will. So in essence, so far so good with Recon. :thumbsup:

One last thing...this Raspberry Lemonade is some good sh*t. The flavor is nice and addicting...why can't all beverages be this smooth and tastes so good? LOL. :biglaugh:

[size=+2]Pic of the Day:[/size] The most ridiculously developed Back in the business...Joel Stubbs

Thats it for now...

Cheers!:cheers:

-Sean-

 

[Trauma1]

You know I wouldn't miss this, Sean. Good luck buddy!

 

[SamBoz19]

You know I wouldn't miss this, Sean. Good luck buddy!

Awwww sh*t son. There's my boy T1. Where the hell ya been bud? Hope all is well. Anyway, thanks for joining in my friend.

Cheers to ya John!:cheers:

-Sean-

 

[crader]

I'm going to try to follow. My computer only works in safe mode!

 

[Inarius]

I'm going to try to follow. My computer only works in safe mode!

time to get that fixed! if you'd like some help I can offer some advice

 

[crader]

time to get that fixed! if you'd like some help I can offer some advice

LOL I could use all the help I can get!

 

[Inarius]

LOL I could use all the help I can get!

haha send me a pm if you need some help. I work as a technician/web developer right now

 

[SamBoz19]

I'm going to try to follow. My computer only works in safe mode!

Hey C. How ya been?

Cheers!:cheers:

-Sean-

 

[SamBoz19]

Update on Sunday!

Had some real messed up sleep the past two days and needed some extra rest so no training was done. Additionally...spent some time with my god son. Anyway, look forward to an update on Sunday. As a reference...I will not be making any updates on Fridays or Saturdays as I work both days and well my job kicks my a$$ so I get all the physical activity I need on those days from work. LOL. .

Some quick notes to share though...so far I am noticing that with the combo of Assault and Recon my chest is a lot fuller and harder. Also, this raspberry lemonade flavor of Assault is really growing on me...it is just as a good as blue raspberry...I take my time sipping it down because it tastes so good (I like to savor it).

An important note I want to make here for those who workout at night...so far based on my 3 doses of Recon I must say this stuff definitely helps with sleep. So if you workout at night and you want something to help you relax and recover...Recon is something you might want to consider. Recon would definitely make a good stacker with Bullet Proof, or AN's new product HGH Up.

That is all I have for now. Stay tuned until my update on Sunday. :thumbsup:

Cheers!:cheers:

-Sean-

 

[SamBoz19]

Update Coming!

I plan on working out here in about an hour so my update will be up today. I got home late from work Sunday morning and then stayed up to watch some football so my Sunday was pretty much a wasted day. Stay tuned for the update today. :thumbsup:

Cheers!:cheers:

-Sean-

 

[capnsavem]

great log so far man... im so busy following you i forgot to update mine

 

[CopyCat]

Subbed

 

[SamBoz19]

great log so far man... im so busy following you i forgot to update mine

Thanks for kind words man.

Subbed

Welcome aboard bud. :thumbsup:

Cheers!:cheers:

-Sean-

 

[SamBoz19]

Update 3: Back Week 1

[size=+4]SamBoz19 Gets Semperfied With Muscle Pharm's Recon​

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[size=+4]Update 3: [/size] [size=+4]Back Week 1[/size]​

Time for Update #3...lets get rolling.

[size=+2]Motivational Quote of the Day:[/size]

"The only way of finding the limits of the possible is by going beyond them into the impossible."

-Arthur C. Clarke-


[size=+2]The Workout:[/size]

10 minutes of stretching

5 minutes of warmup cardio

Ab workout

Warmups

Close Grip Pulldowns:

3 sets of 15@120lbs (30 second rests)

Reverse Close Grip Pulldowns:

3 sets of 15@120lbs (30 second rests)

Wide Grip Pulldowns:

3 sets of 12@180lbs (60 second rests)

Straight Arm Pulldowns:

4 sets of 15@65lbs (30 second rests)

Barbell Bent over Rows:

3 sets of 12@275lbs (60 second rests)

Reverse Barbell Bent Over Rows:

3 sets of 12@275lbs (60 second rests)

20 mins of HIIT cardio

End of workout...

[size=+2]Workout Music Video of the Day:[/size]

YouTube- Killswitch Engage Starting Over

[size=+2]Workout Ratings:[/size]

Mental Alertness/Focus: 6.5/10
Energy: 9/10
Motivation: 7/10
Mood/Aggression: 8.5/10
Stress: 5/10
Libido: 9.5/10
Joints: 9/10
Endurance: 10/10
Strength: 7.5/10
Quality of Training: 6.5/10
Pump and Vascularity: 8/10
Overall Sense of Feeling: 8/10

[size=+2]Thoughts of the day:[/size] I was really irritated with this workout. Honestly I am really disappointed with myself because I wanted to do a lot more than I did, but I guess I just wasn't up for it. Sh*t happens though. Just have to take the bad in with the good. On the good side, while my mind was not as dialed in as usual my intensity was there and I blasted through the workout at a fast pace to make sure I got it done because my motivation was not on point and my aggression for me was lacking too. It was there, but not as prominent as it normally is. I had a decent pump going so I can't complain there, but that could have been better too. All in all this really was a lackluster performance for me. Next workout is going to kick a$$ dammit. I hate this weak and pathetic garbage.

[size=+2]Thoughts on Day 3 of Recon:[/size] Well I can say with confidence that Recon is certainly making a difference in the recovery department. The keys for me are that my joints are feeling better, my libido is high again (a very large portion of this has to do with my beautiful wife though ), and my endurance is great right now. So far Recon is doing exactly what it is supposed to do...help with recovery and make sure you are ready to go the next day.

[size=+2]Pic of the Day:[/size]
Part of the reason I stay motivated...my beautiful and darling wife...

Thats it for now...

Cheers!:cheers:

-Sean-

 

[SamBoz19]

Update to come tonight!

I'll be working out later on tonight and will make an update shortly after my post-workout meal.

Cheers!:cheers:

-Sean-

 

[SamBoz19]

Update 4: Legs Week 2!

[size=+4]SamBoz19 Gets Semperfied With Muscle Pharm's Recon​

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[size=+4]Update 4: [/size] [size=+4]Legs Week 2[/size]​

Time for Update #4...lets get rolling.

[size=+2]Motivational Quote of the Day:[/size]

"Failure is blindness to the strategic element in events; success is readiness for instant action when the opportune moment arrives. "

-Newell D. Hillis-


[size=+2]The Workout:[/size]

10 minutes of stretching

5 minutes of warmup cardio

Warmups (25, 15, 10)

Barbell Squats:

5 sets of 5@375lbs

Step Ups:

3 sets of 15

Lunges:

3 sets of 15

Calf Raises:

3 sets of 20

End of workout...

[size=+2]Workout Music Video of the Day:[/size]

YouTube- Broadcast Yourself.

[size=+2]Workout Ratings:[/size]

Mental Alertness/Focus: 9/10
Energy: 9/10
Motivation: 9/10
Mood/Aggression: 9/10
Stress: 5/10
Libido: 9.5/10
Joints: 8.5/10
Endurance: 10/10
Strength: 9/10
Quality of Training: 8/10
Pump and Vascularity: 8/10
Overall Sense of Feeling: 8/10

[size=+2]Thoughts of the day:[/size] Well I am a bit upset because I passed out early last night and did not get to my training session until this morning. However, at least I got a training session in. The other part that kinda got under my skin is that I planned on doing a 5x5 session, but that was just not going to happen...shoulders and tri's were fried so I said F*ck it and just did an intense legs session. You'll notice the only exercise done with weights was barbell squats. all other exercises were body weight and were done on short rest. Needless to say the session overall felt great and my legs feel like jello now so I can say this training session was a success. I have had far better training sessions, but this was good enough.

[size=+2]Thoughts on Day 3 of Recon:[/size] There is nothing really new to report. So far Recon is helping and I am glad I am using it...it makes a difference.

[size=+2]Pic of the Day:[/size]

Thats it for now...

Cheers!:cheers:

-Sean-

 

[SamBoz19]

Just letting everyone know because of my screwed up schedule this week I'll make an update when I get another training session in. With the holidays and work, and a very f*cked up sleeping pattern I have been off so to speak. Regardless this log will pick up again shortly.

Cheers!:cheers:

-Sean-

 

[SamBoz19]

I'm Back!

Ok back to business now. Starting fresh this week. I will be starting with Chest and Shoulders to kick the training week off. Between the holiday, my work schedule, crappy sleep schedule, and overall not feeling the greatest it is time to get back to the routine.

Cheers!:cheers:

-Sean-

 

[capnsavem]

ya man get on it

 

[wrasslin116]

Hell yeah bro Semper Fi!
And great log so far, I'm in dire need of a good sleep aid, I'll be watching!

 

[SamBoz19]

Update 5: Chest!

[size=+4]SamBoz19 Gets Semperfied With Muscle Pharm's Recon​

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[size=+4]Update 5: [/size] [size=+4]Chest[/size]​

Time for Update #5...lets get rolling.

[size=+2]Motivational Quote of the Day:[/size]

"First say to yourself what you would be;
and then do what you have to do."

-Epictetus-


[size=+2]The Workout:[/size]

10 minutes of stretching

5 minutes of warmup cardio

Ab workout

Warmups (25, 15, 10)

Bench:

3 sets of 5@300lbs
1 set of 8@275lbs
1 set of 10@250lbs
1 set of 15@225lbs

Incline DB Chest Presses:

3 sets of 15 (30 second rests)

Incline DB Pec Flyes:

3 sets of 15 (30 second rests)

HIIT cardio for 20 mins

End of workout...

[size=+2]Workout Music Video of the Day:[/size]

[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xj1Tg7apyPo"]YouTube- Five Finger Death Punch, no one gets left behind vx[/ame]

[size=+2]Workout Ratings:[/size]

Mental Alertness/Focus: 9/10
Energy: 9/10
Motivation: 9/10
Mood/Aggression: 10/10
Stress: 5/10
Libido: 9.5/10
Joints: 9/10
Endurance: 10/10
Strength: 9/10
Quality of Training: 9.3/10
Pump and Vascularity: 8/10
Overall Sense of Feeling: 9/10

[size=+2]Thoughts of the day:[/size] Well first off...no I did not do shoulders along with my chest workout as planned. Instead I decided to just do an intense and mean chest workout. I have been pretty pissed off with feeling like sh*t and I just wanted to lift hard and heavy and go nuts and so I did. The chest workout was great. The most impressive part to me was that I was able to grind out 15 reps of 225lbs at the end of my bench press session. Surprisingly I had great bursts of power during this training session even after having an up and down week last week and not being able train coupled with battling a cold. So all in all this was a solid session.

[size=+2]Thoughts on Recon after this session:[/size] This stuff really does quell the muscle soreness after a workout and the best part to me is the calming effect post-workout...generally after an intense and aggressive workout I need something to calm me down because when I am on an adrenaline high I am a major a$$hole so this is definitely a welcomed effect. What I particularly like about Recon is that DOMS is not an issue in the slightest for me and if I use it close to bed time I sleep great. I am a skeptical person and I usually temper my expectations, which I have done with Recon, but Recon so far in my opinion is not a hype product, but rather another great addition to the Muscle Pharm lineup that could become a staple for me in the future...that is how much of an impression the product has made on me. The reason why I can tell it is making such a big difference is that being strapped for cash and not being able to eat my accustomed diet and being lower on protein and I have been battling a crappy schedule and cold lately, but yet my recovery is still solid. So in essence...as of right now I will have a favorable final review of Recon for sure.:thumbsup:

[size=+2]Pic of the Day:[/size]

Thats it for now...

Cheers!:cheers:

-Sean-

 

[pmiller383]

Pic of the day is hilarious, keep up the good work man.

 

[SamBoz19]

Pic of the day is hilarious, keep up the good work man.

Thanks Paul. Yeah that pic had me going pretty good to. LOL.

Cheers bud!:cheers:

-Sean-

 

[SamBoz19]

Ok so I figured what the problem has been with me lately. My sleeping patterns have been all sorts of F*cked up. I am not a day person...I am a creature of the night. To explain...recently I have been falling asleep way too early and then have been feeling like crap because of it. I am a third shift type of person...waking up at 2-3pm in the afternoon and going to bed between 7-9am is what I am accustomed to. I came to the conclusion today that this is the problem as to why I have been feeling sh*tty all week because I finally stayed up until 6:30am again and woke up around 1pm and I felt great...energetic and refreshed. No cold, or anything else. So yeah...now I can get back on track. My screwed up sleeping patterns recently have also been the reasoning for my lack of updates...I plan to workout and then have fallen asleep...even after taking some of my pre-workout stuff...I take a few things in addition to Assault . Time to get my act together...I am very disappointed with myself currently. :cussing:

Cheers!:cheers:

-Sean-

 

[crader]

I understand exactly how you feel on the lack of sleep. I'm living and raising my kids as a walking zombie. I am nasty and cranky in the gym because I'm tired and want to go home to bed I hope you guys feel better soon and get some good sleep!!

 

[SamBoz19]

I understand exactly how you feel on the lack of sleep. I'm living and raising my kids as a walking zombie. I am nasty and cranky in the gym because I'm tired and want to go home to bed I hope you guys feel better soon and get some good sleep!!

Thanks C!

Cheers!:cheers:

-Sean-

 

[SamBoz19]

Well...I didn't do a real training session last night. I just did an abs and cardio session. It was an ok session and I built up a decent sweat, but I didn't use any Recon...there was no need to. I'll try to get in a session over the weekend here and then put up another "real" update.

Cheers!:cheers:

-Sean-

 

[SamBoz19]

Well to those that have been following along...I must apologize...my log has hit a stand still recently. I have not been feeling well and have had other personal matters to deal with so my training has been lacking as well as my logging. I will pick my log back up as soon as I feel healthy enough to train again...might be a couple of days...I have a nasty cold I am fighting with right now.

Cheers!:cheers:

-Sean-

 

[SamBoz19]

Just to add on...I plan on taking this week off to get healthy and get over this cold. It really is beating me down. I feel weak and when I cough it hurts like hell (razor sharp pain). GRRRRR!!!!!! . Anyway, I will pm those of you who have subscribed to following my log when I get back to training and get another update up.

Cheers and take care!:cheers:

-Sean-

 

[Chub]

get well sooon bud, i had a cold last week, nose wouldn't stop running at work, was horrible!

 

[SamBoz19]

Update 6: Chest and Tri's

[size=+4]SamBoz19 Gets Semperfied With Muscle Pharm's Recon​

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[size=+4]Update 6: [/size] [size=+4]Chest and Tri's[/size]​

Time for Update #6...lets get rolling.

[size=+2]Motivational Quote of the Day:[/size]

"Happy are those who dream dreams and are ready to pay the price to make them come true."

-Leon J. Suenes-


[size=+2]The Workout:[/size]

10 minutes of stretching

30 minutes of cardio

Warmups

Bench Press:

3 sets of 5@275lbs
2 sets of 3@315lbs

Close Grip Bench Press:

3 sets of 15@155lbs

Incline DB Flyes using 35lb DB's

3 sets of 20

Tricep Rope Pulldowns:

3 sets of 20

Wide Grip Dips (hands on straight bar, feet straight out in front on the ground)

3 sets of 20

End of workout...

[size=+2]Workout Music Video of the Day:[/size]

A classic that always gets me going...

YouTube- Rocky IV- No easy way out
[size=+2]Workout Ratings:[/size]

Mental Alertness/Focus: 10/10
Energy: 10/10
Motivation: 10/10
Mood/Aggression: 9/10
Stress: 8/10
Libido: 9.5/10
Joints: 9/10
Endurance: 10/10
Strength: 6.5/10
Quality of Training: 9/10
Pump and Vascularity: 8/10
Overall Sense of Feeling: 9/10

[size=+2]Thoughts of the day:[/size] Finally beat that F*cking cold. Man that beat me down pretty good. However, I feel great. I self medicated the hell out of myself. I basically downed a dump truck full of chewable vitamin C, pounded some Acai extract pills and halls extra strength (10mg menthol per lozenger), and the secret weapon...primatene. Primatene basically was the superstar of my cold remedy therapy. Adding that stuff in helped get rid of the painful coughs and also helped my sinuses clear up. Granted, the coughing is still happening, but now it is more infrequent and typical because of the cold Wisconsin weather. I still deal with minor sniffles, but hey I am back to being healthy. Basically the ailments I am dealing with now will not go away until spring most likely.

Anyway, after some time off and being beaten down with my nasty cold I felt pretty good during this workout. Now granted, the workout itself was nothing special, but for coming back and starting back up after the time off I cannot complain. I also have a lot on my mind because I have been dealing with some hard times recently, but hey I take my personal matters in stride and keep going forward because that is all a person can do. I do the best I can and leave it at that. The key is just to keep fighting and I am a survivor...I find a way to come out on top.

Two last bits of information...I did not use Recon at all during my time off...I am using it only on workout days to get the most out of it. Assault and Recon stacked together seriously make a huge difference for me...basically its like with Assault I don't ever feel any soreness during the workout and once its over Recon makes it seem like I didn't even workout. Its actually a nice feeling.


[size=+2]Pic of the Day:[/size]

A double dip of funny animations...

Thats it for now...

Cheers!:cheers:

-Sean-

 

[CTDeuce]

I have that song on my IPod gym mix

 

[SamBoz19]

I have that song on my IPod gym mix

It is a classic for sure. I love the song and it is one of those songs that can always help get you through sticking points because there is no easy way out...if you want something you have to keep fighting even when it doesn't seem like you can win.

Cheers Papa Deuce!:cheers:

-Sean-

 

[SamBoz19]

Update 7: Abs and Biceps!

[size=+4]SamBoz19 Gets Semperfied With Muscle Pharm's Recon​

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[size=+4]Update 7: [/size] [size=+4]Abs and Biceps[/size]​

Time for Update #7...lets get rolling.

[size=+2]Motivational Quote of the Day:[/size]

"Sow an act, and you reap a habit; sow a habit, and you reap a character; sow a character, and you reap a destiny."

-George Dana Boardman-


[size=+2]The Workout:[/size]

10 minutes of stretching

40 minutes of cardio

Warmups

Barbell Curls:

4 sets of 10@135lbs

Hammer Curls using 35lb DB's:

3 sets of 25

Reverse Barbell Curls:

4 sets of 10@115lbs

Reverse Plate Curls

3 sets of 25

Ab workout

End of workout...

[size=+2]Workout Music Video of the Day:[/size]

Ok so maybe I am on a classic music trip right now. Regardless...another classic...

YouTube- TopGun(Music Video)

Mental Alertness/Focus: 9/10
Energy: 9/10
Motivation: 8/10
Mood/Aggression: 10/10
Stress: 8/10
Libido: 8.5/10
Joints: 7.5/10
Endurance: 9/10
Strength: 7/10
Quality of Training: 7.5/10
Pump and Vascularity: 9/10
Overall Sense of Feeling: 8/10

[size=+2]Thoughts of the day:[/size] This workout was done yesterday. Thursday night was my night off...I will try to workout again on Saturday morning which is more like my Friday night to me until I go to sleep...lol. I will be taking Saturday morning off again though and then starting fresh on Sunday. Ok with the layout out of the way lets talk more about this current updated workout...

The workout was nothing spectacular, but then again I have high standards and I just cracking back into things after my minor layoff so in reality I cannot complain about my performance. The part of my workout I was most happy with was my cardio session. I seemed to pick up more endurance and drive the longer I went along. By the end of my cardio session I had built up an awesome thermogenic feeling and a great sweat so I felt pretty good. My Bicep workout was ok, but needless to say I got a workout in. The abs part of the session was brutal simply because cardio took a lot out of me, but I still put in the work and got the job done.

One last thing to note...as good as Recon is I was dealing with some muscle soreness in this workout from the previous workout, but that is to be expected considering the circumstances so needless to say...the stuff helps, but it will not make you superman. LOL.


[size=+2]Pic of the Day:[/size]

Thats it for now...

Cheers!:cheers:

-Sean-