[TheNinja]

Age: 30
Stats: 6'1" @ 186.5 lbs
BodyFat: I estimated 14% bf (I really have no idea but from pictures posted on AM, people estimated 12-14%)
Body Type: Ecto (66%) / Meso (33%) - very thin growing up but have forced myself to gain muscle
Goals: Gain strength and size with minimal fat gain on a consistent basis
Goals Specific for this product cycle: Gain strength and lean size and not lose it after I go off the cycle. When I cycle off creatine I lose a lot of gains and I hope this product does not have the same drawback. Because of this I will likely log (though not as frequently) for 2-3 weeks after I am done taking IGF-2 to see if I have dramatic strength loss or not.
Medical issues: none
Past Supplements: Very little experience other than multivitamin, creatine, whey protein, fish oils (1 recent 7 week cycle on Leviathan, light RPM use has been discontinued for the past 2 weeks to prep for the log).
Current: Multi, Whey, omega3, BCAA, ZMA (on and off)
Diet: In check for the most part. Try to eat clean all the time but I'm not super crazy about it. Realistically average about 2200 calories a day, but I have an office job
Workout: Typically a 3 or 4 day split - chest/tris, back/bis, legs/shoulders, 4thday misc (more leg, abs, etc.)
Cardio: Honestly, have been slacking for the past couple months but am getting back into the "couch to 5k plan". I might toss in some HIIT but I have to get my knees in shape first otherwise I get horrible knee tendon pain and shin splits.
Other: I'm just a regular guy but with good intensity and a good diet. I don't like to mix too many things b/c I like to see how certain supps affect me by themselves so I know what to buy again. If I stack 6 things, how do I know which one actually is working? I hope to be like a test case of how a single supplement or two (plus the basics of protein, oils, multi) affects a normal person who lifts with very good intensity. I think this will be a good "real world" test for those people who are new to supps or for those who aren't looking to spend $300 a month to stack many items.
Dosage split into 3 times a day: 8 pills - will upgrade to 9 pills if needed or agreed upon by the AN crew

"Normal" Diet:
Waking Up: 3 IGF-2
Meal 1: 8oz skim milk, 1 scoop ON Whey, multi
Meal 2: 1 whole wheat bagel with natural peanut butter
Meal 3: Varies, but typically around 600 calories in a 40/40/20 split or as close as possible consisting of lean protein, whole grain, veggies.
Pre Workout: 3 IGF-2 plus 6g BCAA's in crystal light
Workout: Take 6g BCAA during workout
Post Workout Meal 4: 20g dextrose, 20g maltodextrin, 30g ON whey, 1 banana
Meal 5: Varies, but again typically around 600 calories in a 40/40/20 split or as close as possible consisting of lean protein, whole grain, veggies.
1 hour before bed: 2 IGF-2
Before sleeping: 8oz skin milk, 1 scoop ON Whey, 2g fish oils

Initial measurements - as close as I could get with a string and a tape measure :
Neck - 15.125
Shoulders - 50.75
Chest (inside shoulders) - 42.5
Bicep R/L - 16.75/16.5
Waist/Abs Flabby/Flexed (not "sucked in" though) - 35.25/34
Hip/Glutes - 39.5
Thigh R/L - 23.5/23.75
Calf R/L - 15.5/15.625

Pictures on Day 1 - Yes I flexed - I figure as long as I do the same pose for my after pics, it is fair

[xjsynx]

Sub

[Lanbane]

Good intro post bro. Looking forwarded to your log. Feel free to contact me at any time.

[TheNinja]

Day 2
Workout - Chest/Tris:
Bench Press:
12 @ 185
7 @ 225
5 @ 225
5 @ 225
8 @ 210
8 @ 205
10 @ 185
Incline Flys - Dumbell:
12 @ 45
12 @ 45
10 @ 45
Skull Crushers / Narrow Grip Press (superset):
9/9 @ 30
9/10 @ 30
8/6 @ 30
OverHead Tricep Dumbell:
12 @ 50
12 @ 50
Pushups (ok, I was dead tired :
13
10

Diet: Normal
Overall Feeling: Felt fine, nothing different as it was my first day. Can't say IGF-2 caused a real big stim effect or pump after 1 day.
Notes: None

[Lanbane]

[drewh10987]

Subscribed and congratulations on winning that gift certificate.

[TheNinja]

Day 3
Workout - Back/Bis:
Pull Down (don't know if the numbers are pounds but it is just the number I use on the stack):
12 @ 120
8 @ 140
8 @ 140
7 @ 140
7 @ 140
16 @ 100
Bent over Barbell Row:
10 @ 135
10 @ 135
10 @ 135
10 @ 135
9 @ 135
Bicep Barbell (with large 45lb bar)
10 @ 80
9 @ 80
8 @ 80
Seated Dumbell Hammer:
12 @ 30
11 @ 30
Reverse Forum Curl (behind the back with large 45lb bar):
14 @ 95
13 @ 95

Diet: Normal
Overall Feeling: I feel good. I'm getting good sleep at night. I'm quite sore from working out actually.
Notes: I seem to be very thirsty and am hungry all of the time. I don't know if it can be attributed to IGF-2 or not, but I'll be taking note of this.

[TheNinja]

Is there anything else I should specifically add or remove from the format I am using? I forsee more things in "overall feeling" and "notes" in later weeks though.

[Lanbane]

Originally Posted by TheNinja

Is there anything else I should specifically add or remove from the format I am using? I forsee more things in "overall feeling" and "notes" in later weeks though.

You're fine bro..... just let us know what you think basically.... anything you attribute to the product, any increases or decreases that we should recognize as significant, etc. Good or bad.

[TheNinja]

Day 4
Workout - Legs/Shoulders:
Barbell Squat:
14 @ 135
12 @ 185
12@ 205
9 @ 225
8 @ 225
7 @ 220
drop set immediately into 10 @ 100
Military Press with Barbell:
14 @ 95
12 @ 125
8 @ 135
7 @ 135
8 @ 130
drop set immediately into 9 @ 35 dumbells
Single Calf Raise with Dumbell on shoulder:
12 @ 50
12 @ 50
12 @ 50
Seated Side Raise:
10 @ 18
10 @ 18
10 @ 18

Diet: Normal
Overall Feeling: I actually feel very alert. I'm getting good sleep at night.
Notes: Again I'm very hungry and thirsty - I also appear to be losing weight and I'm not sure why. I'm probably just leveling out from being on vacation for 2 weeks. I will keep an eye on this.


Also added measurements to initial post.

[TheNinja]

Day 6
Workout - Cardio (HIIT) + Abs:

Diet: Normal - although my weekends are always less structured than weekdays.
Overall Feeling: Again I feel like I am getting good sleep. But even moreso I feel very alert and energetic during the day. I don't know if this has anything to do with the IGF-2 or not, but I definitely notice something different.
Notes: Don't notice the hunger/thirst as much any more. Also the weight seems to be maintaining now.

[Lanbane]

Originally Posted by TheNinja

Day 6
Workout - Cardio (HIIT) + Abs:

Diet: Normal - although my weekends are always less structured than weekdays.
Overall Feeling: Again I feel like I am getting good sleep. But even moreso I feel very alert and energetic during the day. I don't know if this has anything to do with the IGF-2 or not, but I definitely notice something different.
Notes: Don't notice the hunger/thirst as much any more. Also the weight seems to be maintaining now.

Good info. I think you'll notice the alertness as a huge plus in the long run. Increased REM sleep (increased GH release)from IGF-2 lends well to increased energy throughout the day,w ithout the use of stims.

[TheNinja]

Day 8
Workout - Chest (didn't have much time):
Bench Press:
12 @ 185 = 0
7 @ 225 = 0
6 @ 225 = +1 rep
6 @ 225 = +1 rep
9 @ 210 = +1 rep
8 @ 210 = +5lbs
9 @ 185 = -1 rep
Incline Flys - Dumbell:
12 @ 47 = +2lbs
12 @ 47 = +2lbs
10 @ 47 = +2lbs
Pushups (more energy b/c triceps were fresh :
16 = +3 reps
17 = +7 reps

Diet: Normal
Overall Feeling: I honestly can't say that I felt more powerful during the workout, but about 20 minutes into it I got a decent pump. By the end, I had a pretty good pump going throughout my chest, shoulders, and even arms. It isn't as full or thick as a pump on creatine for me, but it looks like a leaner more toned pump.
Notes: Slept like a rock last night. I seem to have more vivid dreams too....weird huh?

[Lanbane]

Originally Posted by TheNinja

Day 8
Workout - Chest (didn't have much time):
Bench Press:
12 @ 185 = 0
7 @ 225 = 0
6 @ 225 = +1 rep
6 @ 225 = +1 rep
9 @ 210 = +1 rep
8 @ 210 = +5lbs
9 @ 185 = -1 rep
Incline Flys - Dumbell:
12 @ 47 = +2lbs
12 @ 47 = +2lbs
10 @ 47 = +2lbs
Pushups (more energy b/c triceps were fresh :
16 = +3 reps
17 = +7 reps

Diet: Normal
Overall Feeling: I honestly can't say that I felt more powerful during the workout, but about 20 minutes into it I got a decent pump. By the end, I had a pretty good pump going throughout my chest, shoulders, and even arms. It isn't as full or thick as a pump on creatine for me, but it looks like a leaner more toned pump.
Notes: Slept like a rock last night. I seem to have more vivid dreams too....weird huh?

Not weird at all. REM Sleep baby!!!!!!!!

[TheNinja]

Day 9
Workout - Back:
Pull Down (don't know if the numbers are pounds but it is just the number I use on the stack):
12 @ 120 = 0
10 @ 140 = +2 reps
8 @ 140 = 0
8 @ 140 = +1 rep
7 @ 140 = 0
18 @ 100 = +2 reps
Bent over Barbell Row:
10 @ 135 = 0
10 @ 135 = 0
11 @ 135 = +1 rep
12 @ 135 = +2 reps
10 @ 135 = +1 rep
Seated Reverse Fly:
12 @ 10
12 @ 10
12 @ 10


Diet: Normal
Overall Feeling: I was tired before my workout. I'm not sure why, but my sleep has been interrupted lately at about 6am instead of my normal 7:15. It took me a bit to get focused into my workout, which might explain why my reps went up on my rows.
Notes: From other testers it appears that it will take 12-14 days before the effects really take note. I don't notice anything yet that makes me say "wow, this stuff is off the hook", but I did get a nice pump when working out and was able to get a few more reps. Also I went for a quick dip in the pool last night and felt pretty tight. Nothing major, but even 5-6 more reps each week makes a difference over a month's time.

[TheNinja]

Day 10
Workout - Legs:
Barbell Squat:
14 @ 135 = 0
12 @ 185 = 0
10 @ 205 = -2 yikes..but wait
10 @ 225 = +1
8 @ 225 = 0
8 @ 225 = +1 rep +5lbs
drop set immedia