Final Review
I began this stack weighing 238 and ended at 239 4 weeks later. Body composition has more or less remained static, although training volume was decidedly on the lower end for me as this log encompassed a peak for competition. Strength however has very good, and while gym time endurance and energy was only average at best my conditioning on meet day was superb. It actually surprised me how well I recovered between attempts, pulling 525, 555, & 585 over the span of only ~10 minutes without fatigue.
This stack was very easy to use - 2 scoops of Preworkout and 2 caps of -Epicatechin 30 min prior to gym, and 1-2 caps on off days divided. Preworkout mixed quickly and well in 8-10oz and has a tart, acquired flavor. It sent me to the toilet 10 min after ingestion the first few times and then ceased to do so within a week. Beta Al tingles and energy were present by 15 min, but as the stimulant dose is so mild this is an extremely smooth bump. Days I was dragging from travel or study there simply wasn't enough energy supplementation to get it done. If you need a strong dose to get you training first thing in the morning or after a long day of work, this is not going to cut it.
What I did get was excellent pump and always a smooth positive experience that never left me jittery, and 1.5 scoops is mild enough to enjoy before cardio/GPP/feeder type work and benefit from the stellar bloodflow increase.
As for value, -Epicatechin is not a cheap ingredient any way you hash it. I can honestly say now, like all my experiences w -epi, I always end up looking as good if not a tad better than the start. What someone is willing to pay for that is subjective. It is allegedly only positive for your health, and there are simply no sides I've ever experienced. The Preworkout only contains 15 full 2 scoop servings, a necessity at my weight. Even then it left something to be desired in pick-me-up. I would have to add a cup of coffee or a tab of Primatene to use this routinely. Truthfully this is a perfect product for me for conditioning type work, as the tub would go much farther at 1.5 scoop doses and the bloodflow factor really shines.
If you want a comprehensive, synergistic profile for a preWO stack that won't keep you up late but can deliver great pumps, and money isn't a big deal, this stack is for you. If you just grinded out a 10 hour shift and your idea of a preWO is a cost-effective alternative to a 20oz coffee w a triple shot of espresso, keep moving.
