Hello again my fellow AM members. I feel like its been forever since I have posted anything on here, and within good reason, SINCE I GOT MARRIED !
But now that I have returned from my honeymoon it was time for me to getting started testing out Blue Gene and Purple Wraath from Controlled Labs. Big shoutout and thanks to both CL and RenegadeRows who provided me with the opportunity to try out these two unique products! My history with Controlled Labs was limited to only using Orange Triad as my multivitamin, and when I first read RR's post about logging these two products my eyebrows raised because I had never heard of them before. Besides Orange Triad, I have only heard of White Flood and was very intrigued as to what these products had to offer. After reading up on them, I tossed my name in the hat and was surprised when I was picked!
More on the products...
Controlled Labs Blue Gene: Beyond GeneticsBlue Gene was designed to help the serious athlete optimize mitochondrial biogenesis, hormone level ratios, and support oxygen rich blood cells during athletic performance and recovery, this stimulant-free formula means more endurance, power, and better recovery without pro-hormones or grey area compounds. No hormones means no post-cycle therapy, depression, or other risks associated with exogenous hormonal ingestion.
Blue Gene Key Attributes:
Controlled Release Formula
Stimulant Free Endurance and Stamina
Natural / Legal Power and Performance
Optimize Natural Hormone Levels and Recovery
Blue Gene Natural Anabolic Matrix
Cissus is a natural, cutting-edge anti-cortisol / anti-catabolic compound that has taken the supplement industry by storm. While more research is needed on the exact mechanism of its anti-catabolic activity, we do know that the phytoconstituents are active and effective, improving the healing rate of tendons and ligaments (tendons and ligament function is essential for weightlifting strength and form). Acting as a natural glucocorticoid antagonist, Cissus may also have anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.
Carnitine was added to the formula for its numerous benefits, including recovery from intense training and reduced DOMS. When part of a CONTROLLED LABS stack / combo you have the ability to train harder AND more often. Users have reported enhanced energy, alertness, cholesterol levels, and fat utilization leading to a recomp effect. Another mechanism of action may be that carnitine enhances our 100% natural hormone levels during training including insulin-like growth factor.
Carao and Catuaba extracts work in synergy with other ingredients to help the target muscle group receive more oxygen, improving performance and strength. As a bonus, many users report a noticeable increase in libido.
Quercetin and Ginkgo Biloba (used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine) provide a stimulant-free performance boost by increasing oxygen and circulation, giving the serious athlete a unique alternative to stimulant-based products. As a bonus, over time the formula may help support a healthy immune / respiratory system with potent anti-oxidant, anti-viral, and anti-allergen properties. Sodium Bicarbonate acting as a hydrogen buffer, helps reduce fatigue during training and enhance recovery between sets.... experience jitter-free endurance and stamina like never before.
lcariin, Grape Seed Extract, Griffonia Simplicifolia Extract, Apigenin, Luteolin and Niacin work in synergy to help increase bloodflow, natural growth hormone levels, and circulating levels of testosterone while keeping estrogen under control. The formula may even help with cholesterol ratio (cholesterol is the building block for testosterone).
Train harder than ever, push past a plateau, and recover fast.... with Blue GENE™
Purple Wraath: Ergogenic Essential Amino Acid MatrixNew and improved taste!!!
Discover the "Holy Grail" of bodybuilding and athletic performance enhancement: maximizing lean gains and fat loss while enhancing recovery and increasing strength, endurance, and energy. Purple Wraath™ was created to be the most complete EAA/BCAA product on the market; keeping your body in a constant myotropic state and keeping you training hard with its added super endurance complex.
Key Attributes:
Fast absorption/fast acting
EAA & BCAA
Caffeine-free ergogenic formula
Delicious tangy grape flavor
Natural myotropic environment
Increase athletic performance, endurance, focus, stamina, and muscle recovery
Legal, safe, and effective for both men and women
Stimulate metabolism to reduce body fat
Explosive strength, power, and energy
Increase or maintain muscle mass whether cutting or bulking
Dextrose/maltodextrin free
Discover the "Holy Grail" of bodybuilding and athletic performance enhancement: maximizing lean gains and fat loss while enhancing recovery and increasing strength, endurance, and energy!
Of course all info taken from Nutraplanet.com...
Now onto who I am:
Age: 28
Height: 6'9"
Weight: Last checked I clocked in at 225lbs
Workouts: 4 day split via chest/tris, legs, shoulders, back/bis usually following a 2 day on 1 day off pattern with the off days typically consisting of HIIT cardio. This can change on the fly however, since I am an avid believer in the "listen to your body" philosophy and will do what feels comfortable. I always throw some 4XMM into my weightlifting routines and like to sacrifice weight in order to better focus on the stretch/squeeze.
DAY 1 8/7: REST
Went to Jamaica from my honeymoon for a week and returned on Monday. Tuesday was the last day I was able to spend with my wife before getting back into the swing of things with work so I decided to try PW and BG by themselves on an off day just to see what was up. Nothing to mention so far on the Blue Gene. Took all 5 pills at once and went down without a fuss. Took them on an empty stomach. The Purple Wraath was mixed in with 20oz. of water and 1 scoop PW. Flavor was surprisingly good. I'm not usually a fan of grape flavored... ANYTHING (including Craze) but this went down pretty easy and didn't consist of that nasty BCAA flavor that everyone hates (I'm looking at you, Modern BCAA Grapple flavor!). First thing to note: HELLO beta alanine tingles how I have missed you! Felt real nice and tingly about 30 minutes after consuming and that feeling last for about an hour before going away. Nothing else to note.
More to come. Including photos and videos, both of review days and also of workouts/individual exercises. I love spicing my reviews up so please stay tuned!
DJ
But now that I have returned from my honeymoon it was time for me to getting started testing out Blue Gene and Purple Wraath from Controlled Labs. Big shoutout and thanks to both CL and RenegadeRows who provided me with the opportunity to try out these two unique products! My history with Controlled Labs was limited to only using Orange Triad as my multivitamin, and when I first read RR's post about logging these two products my eyebrows raised because I had never heard of them before. Besides Orange Triad, I have only heard of White Flood and was very intrigued as to what these products had to offer. After reading up on them, I tossed my name in the hat and was surprised when I was picked!
More on the products...
Controlled Labs Blue Gene: Beyond GeneticsBlue Gene was designed to help the serious athlete optimize mitochondrial biogenesis, hormone level ratios, and support oxygen rich blood cells during athletic performance and recovery, this stimulant-free formula means more endurance, power, and better recovery without pro-hormones or grey area compounds. No hormones means no post-cycle therapy, depression, or other risks associated with exogenous hormonal ingestion.
Blue Gene Key Attributes:
Controlled Release Formula
Stimulant Free Endurance and Stamina
Natural / Legal Power and Performance
Optimize Natural Hormone Levels and Recovery
Blue Gene Natural Anabolic Matrix
Cissus is a natural, cutting-edge anti-cortisol / anti-catabolic compound that has taken the supplement industry by storm. While more research is needed on the exact mechanism of its anti-catabolic activity, we do know that the phytoconstituents are active and effective, improving the healing rate of tendons and ligaments (tendons and ligament function is essential for weightlifting strength and form). Acting as a natural glucocorticoid antagonist, Cissus may also have anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.
Carnitine was added to the formula for its numerous benefits, including recovery from intense training and reduced DOMS. When part of a CONTROLLED LABS stack / combo you have the ability to train harder AND more often. Users have reported enhanced energy, alertness, cholesterol levels, and fat utilization leading to a recomp effect. Another mechanism of action may be that carnitine enhances our 100% natural hormone levels during training including insulin-like growth factor.
Carao and Catuaba extracts work in synergy with other ingredients to help the target muscle group receive more oxygen, improving performance and strength. As a bonus, many users report a noticeable increase in libido.
Quercetin and Ginkgo Biloba (used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine) provide a stimulant-free performance boost by increasing oxygen and circulation, giving the serious athlete a unique alternative to stimulant-based products. As a bonus, over time the formula may help support a healthy immune / respiratory system with potent anti-oxidant, anti-viral, and anti-allergen properties. Sodium Bicarbonate acting as a hydrogen buffer, helps reduce fatigue during training and enhance recovery between sets.... experience jitter-free endurance and stamina like never before.
lcariin, Grape Seed Extract, Griffonia Simplicifolia Extract, Apigenin, Luteolin and Niacin work in synergy to help increase bloodflow, natural growth hormone levels, and circulating levels of testosterone while keeping estrogen under control. The formula may even help with cholesterol ratio (cholesterol is the building block for testosterone).
Train harder than ever, push past a plateau, and recover fast.... with Blue GENE™
Purple Wraath: Ergogenic Essential Amino Acid MatrixNew and improved taste!!!
Discover the "Holy Grail" of bodybuilding and athletic performance enhancement: maximizing lean gains and fat loss while enhancing recovery and increasing strength, endurance, and energy. Purple Wraath™ was created to be the most complete EAA/BCAA product on the market; keeping your body in a constant myotropic state and keeping you training hard with its added super endurance complex.
Key Attributes:
Fast absorption/fast acting
EAA & BCAA
Caffeine-free ergogenic formula
Delicious tangy grape flavor
Natural myotropic environment
Increase athletic performance, endurance, focus, stamina, and muscle recovery
Legal, safe, and effective for both men and women
Stimulate metabolism to reduce body fat
Explosive strength, power, and energy
Increase or maintain muscle mass whether cutting or bulking
Dextrose/maltodextrin free
Discover the "Holy Grail" of bodybuilding and athletic performance enhancement: maximizing lean gains and fat loss while enhancing recovery and increasing strength, endurance, and energy!
Of course all info taken from Nutraplanet.com...
Now onto who I am:
Age: 28
Height: 6'9"
Weight: Last checked I clocked in at 225lbs
Workouts: 4 day split via chest/tris, legs, shoulders, back/bis usually following a 2 day on 1 day off pattern with the off days typically consisting of HIIT cardio. This can change on the fly however, since I am an avid believer in the "listen to your body" philosophy and will do what feels comfortable. I always throw some 4XMM into my weightlifting routines and like to sacrifice weight in order to better focus on the stretch/squeeze.
DAY 1 8/7: REST
Went to Jamaica from my honeymoon for a week and returned on Monday. Tuesday was the last day I was able to spend with my wife before getting back into the swing of things with work so I decided to try PW and BG by themselves on an off day just to see what was up. Nothing to mention so far on the Blue Gene. Took all 5 pills at once and went down without a fuss. Took them on an empty stomach. The Purple Wraath was mixed in with 20oz. of water and 1 scoop PW. Flavor was surprisingly good. I'm not usually a fan of grape flavored... ANYTHING (including Craze) but this went down pretty easy and didn't consist of that nasty BCAA flavor that everyone hates (I'm looking at you, Modern BCAA Grapple flavor!). First thing to note: HELLO beta alanine tingles how I have missed you! Felt real nice and tingly about 30 minutes after consuming and that feeling last for about an hour before going away. Nothing else to note.
More to come. Including photos and videos, both of review days and also of workouts/individual exercises. I love spicing my reviews up so please stay tuned!
DJ