fitcopforlife
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Great to hear the XFA is kicking in. I have those sinus issues as well. This weather is weird, it was 80 3 days ago now there calling for snow this weekend
Dropping Fat and Adding Muscle w/ X-Factor Advanced (50 Day Log)
- Thread starter LJ57
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LJ57
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Great to hear the XFA is kicking in. I have those sinus issues as well. This weather is weird, it was 80 3 days ago now there calling for snow this weekend
I live in TN as well, which is one of the worst places for sinus/allergy problems really. I've always said I'm like a "human barometer" in that I can tell when the weather is going to change based on headaches/muscle tension in the shoulders, back, and neck area. And it's gone from 78 to 34 in the last two days.
SwolenONE
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A lot of people with joint problems seem to be able to gauge oncoming cold days, despite their super human abilities, I dont envy them
LJ57
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Chest/Back/Traps
Weighted push ups - 4 sets of 10 w/ 50lb backpack
DB flyes - 4 sets of 10-12 w/ 55lbs
DB Pullovers - 4 sets of 15 w/55lbs
DB Rows - 4 sets of 12 w/ 50lbs
Pullup negatives - 4 sets of 12-15 (w/2 full pullups)
Barbell shrugs - 2 sets of 12-15 w/ 110lbs
*quit 2 sets short due to neck tension/aches
Notes : Strength is still up. Pullups are getting much easier, which is a good measure of strength increase for me. I can foresee a day when negatives are not even necessary.
Weighted push ups - 4 sets of 10 w/ 50lb backpack
DB flyes - 4 sets of 10-12 w/ 55lbs
DB Pullovers - 4 sets of 15 w/55lbs
DB Rows - 4 sets of 12 w/ 50lbs
Pullup negatives - 4 sets of 12-15 (w/2 full pullups)
Barbell shrugs - 2 sets of 12-15 w/ 110lbs
*quit 2 sets short due to neck tension/aches
Notes : Strength is still up. Pullups are getting much easier, which is a good measure of strength increase for me. I can foresee a day when negatives are not even necessary.
SwolenONE
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Good job on those pullups, nothing works the mind muscle connection and strength of the lats quite like that basic, old school movement. Weighted pullups, yet alone 40 to start out a workout is no easy task!
Glad to see strength is rising, XFA certainly seems to rival creatine and a few other worthwhile supps for strength gains.
LJ57
Member
I remember a few months ago thinking one single overhand pullup would be impossible for me. I know being able to get 2-3 full pullups is easy for a lot of people, but it's been a long time coming for me.
Strength is definitely way up for me over the last month. Even with the weather/allergies kicking my ass for over a week now, I am still making great progress.
I feel quite sure my after pictures later next month will show clear recomposition effects. I'm already noticing a lot more definition and vascularity in my shoulders, and arms, though not significantly bigger, are getting more developed. I have started developing a peak in the biceps which is since starting the XFA.
fitcopforlife
Member
Great mini review man, sounds like even with the bumps in the road your responding very well.
SwolenONE
Board Sponsor
Gotta love impressive gains even when not all variables are running smoothly!
LJ57
Member
Sorry for the long silence lately. I’ve been extremely busy recently and have had to manage my time carefully. With the exception of three days I had to go out of town, I’ve been getting my workouts in--usually around midnight or later given the circumstances. The three days were pretty bad diet-wise, and I had to go relatively low on protein those days.(100g or so)
At this point strength is still up, and I am starting to lean out more. Visual progress is noticeable especially in the shoulders and the arms. Fat has definitely been reduced, especially the love handle region where the my fat tends to be stubborn.
I have switched over to Optimized Volume Training, which has served me pretty well in the past. Like GVT but with two different exercises for each body part.
Weighted Push ups (50lbs in backpack) - 5 sets of 12-15
DB flyes - 50lbs. - 5 sets of 10-12 (to failure on last set)
At this point strength is still up, and I am starting to lean out more. Visual progress is noticeable especially in the shoulders and the arms. Fat has definitely been reduced, especially the love handle region where the my fat tends to be stubborn.
I have switched over to Optimized Volume Training, which has served me pretty well in the past. Like GVT but with two different exercises for each body part.
Weighted Push ups (50lbs in backpack) - 5 sets of 12-15
DB flyes - 50lbs. - 5 sets of 10-12 (to failure on last set)
LJ57
Member
Yeah, I am amazed at the visible progress I am making. I would have thought this whole run of X-Factor would have been a bust with some of the setbacks I have had--but I am actually making major progress and after a period of being in a plateau. I am hoping I can finish this log in full gear and with maximum gains. So far this is the most impressive supplement I have ever used!
SwolenONE
Board Sponsor
X-Factor is the reason why I wanted to work for MN, it truly is the best natural supplement on the market. It saddens me that there is so much opposition and lack of knowledge in this industry that has kept ArA from being as popular of an ingredient as creatine or beta alanine.
fitcopforlife
Member
It sure made me a believer quick, great to hear man.
SwolenONE
Board Sponsor
I dont think anybody who followed that log will ever forget the level of conditioning and vascularity you were able to achieve with your hard work, dedication, and the help of X-Factor Advanced.
LJ57
Member
"Have you been lifting weights or something?" This is the first time friends have noticed and pointed out that I am visibly recomping. I don't have any friends who lifts weights or care anything about bodybuilding, fitness, etc., so being online at AM is really the only interaction I have with people who share this goal.
I've been able to tell a big difference since starting XFA, but the best feeling in the world is when others can see this. This XFA isn't even nearly over, and the results are already great.
So far I've got to say : Had I not won this in the holiday promo, I'm not sure I would have bought two bottles of this and run it. I might have been too skeptical. Now that I've been using it and experiencing the results, I will buy this and use it at least 2-3 cycles per year. I would rather cut out some of the other supplements I'm using or thinking about trying, and instead buy a few bottles of XFA. This stuff is the real deal!!
I've been able to tell a big difference since starting XFA, but the best feeling in the world is when others can see this. This XFA isn't even nearly over, and the results are already great.
So far I've got to say : Had I not won this in the holiday promo, I'm not sure I would have bought two bottles of this and run it. I might have been too skeptical. Now that I've been using it and experiencing the results, I will buy this and use it at least 2-3 cycles per year. I would rather cut out some of the other supplements I'm using or thinking about trying, and instead buy a few bottles of XFA. This stuff is the real deal!!
fitcopforlife
Member
Great to hear man, ArA is quickly making all of our loggers believers. That is always a milestone when you have been lifting like crazy and your friends actually notice it and make statements about it. Keep up the good work.