Gotta get my FIXX -- with a twist...

[TheDeadlifter]

Thanks to Advance Muscle Science, I was selected to run a bottle of Joint Fixx.



One of the first things I noticed is bright yellow pills. Funny thing is, on the label it shows purple pills. Obviously no big deal - just an observation. The bottle contains 60 capsules, enough for 30 days. At only 2 pills per day, this stuff must be good. We shall soon see...


A quick note about me...
I'm pretty much an amateur powerlifter. I've been competing for the past 3 years and have set a few records here and there. I lift hard and put a ton of stress on my body in my attempts to get much stronger. At 34 years old and 244lbs, I do have some joint issues (stiffness and soreness) but I push through them. I'm hoping Joint Fixx alleviates some of these issues.

The 'twist'...
I am currently running a cycle of superdrol, 20/30/30/30. As with most anabolics, dry joints are just part of the cycle. I'll keep you posted as to how my joints feel throughout the cycle.

[Royd The Noyd]

Nice I'm in.

[scw538]

Stuff works good. Mine were purple.

[CopyCat]

Just different capsules is all.

[CaptHowdy5150]

In to see how this works for you while on cycle.

[TheDeadlifter]

Nice I'm in.

Stuff works good. Mine were purple.

Just different capsules is all.

In to see how this works for you while on cycle.

Thanks for stopping by, gentlemen. I'm hoping Joint Fixx is as awesome as I hear it is. Today was my first day and I just took my second dose. We'll see...

[TheDeadlifter]

Some additional info:

As for current supplements, I am taking Animal Pak, fish oil/omega complex, Organ Shield, Cycle Support, vitamin D3, whey, and whatever PWO I choose for the day. I've mentioned in a previous post that I'm currently on superdrol, and now, Joint Fixx.

My diet consists of basically whatever I want to eat - within reason, of course. If I had it my way I'd probably live at Hooters and eat wings on a daily basis. I will have what some call 'cheat meals' sometimes but I eat a lot of lean meats, fresh fruits and veggies, and whole grain complex carbs. Hey, I'm a powerlifter, not a blatant fatass. I consume a ton of dairy and have no problem doing so. I've also succeeded in tripling my water bill recently from refilling my water bottle all day (ok, so that's an over exaggeration; point is, I drink a ton of water).

My training is very instinctual but I embed aspects of Westside, 5/3/1, and Coan in my training methods. I will post my lifts and numbers for the duration of this log. I am a high school strength coach so I have the key to the weight room (10 full racks with platforms, 20 Olympic bars, all the weight anyone needs for gaining ungodly amounts of strength - see below for a pic) and full control of the loud, mind-thumping music played during training sessions.



My goals are simple: get as strong as possible. I consider myself an amateur powerlifter because I am nowhere near elite numbers. Regardless, I'm going to get strong, remain strong, and die strong. Life is too short to be small and pathetically weak.

[TheBGRigatoni]

In for follow

[Royd The Noyd]

That is a fawking badass weight room.

[TheDeadlifter]

That is a fawking badass weight room.

Yeah, not bad for a high school, huh?

[CaptHowdy5150]

Yeah, not bad for a high school, huh?

That's just a great overall pic. All that weight equipment foreshadowing the championship banners. That pic makes a BIG statement.

[TheDeadlifter]

Yesterday's training session was quick. I had some friends in town and, since my family and I were going to visit them, I did what I could in a limited amount of time.

warm-up

Power cleans
95 x 8
135 x 8
135 x 8
185 x 6
225 x 6
225 x 6

Hang cleans

135 x 6
225 x 6
225 x 6

Front squats

135 x 12
225 x 8
275 x 8
275 x 6

I did some sets of Keystone deads to stretch and and some quick mobility work to finish. The weightroom was sweltering hot (because I did not turn the air on - did it on purpose) so warm-ups didn't take too long. I just tried to get as must valuable work in as possible in the time I had. It wasn't my heavy day so the weights were kept lighter.

Since I started Joint Fixx on Monday I haven't felt a difference in joint soreness or stiffness. I know it'll take a little time. I'm patient.... and looking forward to results!

[TheDeadlifter]

That's just a great overall pic. All that weight equipment foreshadowing the championship banners. That pic makes a BIG statement.

We've added 2 more banners since that pic was taken. I am truly humbled to be a part of a coaching staff with so much amazing history.

[TheDeadlifter]

Today's training session was OK. I didn't train in the usual gym (pictured in a previous post); instead, I went to one of the local powerlifting gyms where chalk and loud music are not only allowed but encouraged. Here's how it went today:

Bench

bar x whatever
135 x 12
135 x 8
225 x 8
275 x 5
315 x 3
365 x 1
405 x 0 (slid on bench)
405 x 2
405 x 2
365 x 5 (slid on first rep)
135 x 40

I did some sets of face pulls to focus on scapular retraction, then did some log presses (yes, with the strongman logs). I worked up to the big log (about 190-200lbs) and did a set of 6 reps. Log presses are a totally different animal than overhead presses with the barbell.

My wrists were bothering me during warm-up sets of bench but felt better once I added more weight. The benches at the gym were really slick and I slid on my heavier sets. It really threw me off on my first 405 set to the point I couldn't get a single rep. I took my shirt off for the next 2 sets. I should have kept my shirt off for my 365 set because I slid again on the first rep, making the rest of the reps feel awkward. Oh well.

I have yet to feel the effects of Joint Fixx but I know this isn't some miracle supp where I'm going to feel perfect in a matter of hours. I'll continue to keep you posted...

[TheDeadlifter]

I visited a friend on the west coast of FL yesterday and we trained at the gym at a condo facility there. I was the youngest guy in the gym by 30 years (seriously) and they did have a couple Olympic bars and plenty of plates. Most of the other stuff there was cardio-related or old-folks-rehab equipment (the kind of machines I'll probably be training with someday). I decided to pull deads just for fun; I wondered if anyone had ever pulled in that gym ever before. After a decent warm-up, I did:

Deadlifts

135 x 10
135 x 8
225 x 6
275 x 6
315 x 6
405 x 6
495 x 5
495 x 4

Keystone deads (light, focus on eccentric motion)

135 x 12
135 x 12
135 x 10
135 x 10

I did pull-throughs to finish. I also messed around with some TRX straps that were hanging on a machine and did some ab work. I kept it a light, simple day because my main concern was hitting the beach - not gonna lie.

As I've stated in previous posts, I haven't really felt much of a difference while on Joint Fixx as of yet. However, I am not noticing some of the lingering dull aches the day after training. Maybe the Fixx is starting to kick in. Maybe I'm imagining things. Time will tell...

[CopyCat]

Man I'd love to be hitting the Fl beaches right now.

[TheDeadlifter]

Training on Monday was mediocre at best. Today, however, was decent.

Front squats

95 x 12
135 x 10
135 x 8
185 x 8
225 x 8
275 x 6
315 x 3
335 x 3
225 x 12


I did some walking lunges (weight overhead) and GHRs to finish. GHRs are the best (and worst) bodyweight exercise. They are straight from the depths of hell but the work. I left some front squats in the tank on each set but it was still a productive day.

I had a ton of enegy despite mowing the lawn until the rain became to intense before training. I felt good all-around today.

As a side note: my weight is up to 248.0lbs.

[TheDeadlifter]

A couple more quick side notes...

Some things I have noticed within the past few days:
= increased appetite (absolutely insatiable desire for more food)
= increase in body weight
= increased thirst (I cannot seem to get enough water)
= increased aggression in the gym
= increase in muscle fullness
= decrease in residual joint soreness

The SD has started rockin' for me. I have had no negative sides at all since bumping the dosage to 30mg/day beginning on Monday. I also believe Joint Fixx has kicked in and is doing its job. I can't wait until the 4 week trial is over so I can feel the full effects of Joint Fixx. If it remains effective, AMS will have another loyal customer.

[Royd The Noyd]

Good stuff and you're strong as hell.

[TheDeadlifter]

Good stuff and you're strong as hell.

Thanks, but strength is relative and I am feeling relatively weak at this point in my training. That WILL change...