A Day In The Life Of Rocket

Congrats on another great nutrition day!

I go for walks as my main form of cardio when the weather gets nicer . Especially after a stressful work day , going for an hour walk or so in the woods by my work always clears my head and refreshes me like a good workout .
Yep, this is me too. As long as it is not too cold out I will go. I don't even mind if it is over 90 degrees outside, I will go out in 100 degrees just take extra water.
 
I just got word Hershey Penn State Medical Center just got approval for my Stem Cell transplant fully covered by insurance!!!
 
My insurance was not not going to cover it, so I ask how much it would be out of pocket, the reply ............ over a million dollars!
 
My insurance was not not going to cover it, so I ask how much it would be out of pocket, the reply ............ over a million dollars!
But in any other country.... $8000 lol.
 
Yeah, one of my coworkers had Hep-C and the meds were 1000 a day per pill for 40,000 total. He got it covered, but then found out it is $4-12 a pill elsewhere. So we are basically paying the difference for the socialized countries of the world so big pharma can make dat money! Go figure... I wouldn't want to give up the right to personalized insurance and better medical attention, but the fact we are just abused due to the system is also not okay!
 
Yeah, one of my coworkers had Hep-C and the meds were 1000 a day per pill for 40,000 total. He got it covered, but then found out it is $4-12 a pill elsewhere. So we are basically paying the difference for the socialized countries of the world so big pharma can make dat money! Go figure... I wouldn't want to give up the right to personalized insurance and better medical attention, but the fact we are just abused due to the system is also not okay!

A lot of people will go out of country to get surgeries done or run a course of cost-prohibitive but necessary medicine.

Take a $15,000 loan out, take unpaid time off work, and go stay in a hotel somewhere while you get fixed up.
 
04/26/2023 Weight 178lbs

Pre-Workout; 1 Scoop - Muscle Addiction, Pump Addict, (2) SNS GlycerPump, (1) Cap SNS Alpha Yohimbine

CEL Api-Plex (1) Capsule Post, (1) Before Bed
SNS Phosphatidic Acid XT (2) Capsules PWO, (2) Post
30 Grams of L-glutamine and 1 Gram SNS Vitamin C
Sipping Rule 1 All 9 Aminos During workout

Today's Workout - Fasted Cardio - Bi's - Tri's
Workouts are all done in my home gym

35 Minute 2 Mile Walk, outside at 4am

AM; EZ Curl One Set 50 Reps X 25lbs + Tricep Press Down 35Reps X 40lbs Long Rope
PM; EZ Curl One Set 50 Reps X 25lbs + Tricep Press Down 35Reps X 40lbs Long Rope

Core

Life Fitness Ab Crunch Machine 100 Reps

Nutrition

Total Calories 1,933
Fat 59 Grams
Carbs 143 Grams
Protein 1192 Grams

Notes; Nutrition good today, carbs were a little high, I added 5 reps to the pressdowns, I will work those up to 50 also. My legs were sore today, I guess I'm not used to walking everyday for a few mile. Tomorrow will be a very light workout. The wife and I had a little celebration for diner on our good news, so Steaks on the grille!!

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But in any other country.... $8000 lol.

Probably like $80 bucks in another country to be honest :LOL: I know in Mexico first thing you see when you cross the borders are medical locations cause people can't afford some treatments in US cause they are so expensive.
 
04/26/2023 Weight 178lbs

Pre-Workout; 1 Scoop - Muscle Addiction, Pump Addict, (2) SNS GlycerPump, (1) Cap SNS Alpha Yohimbine

CEL Api-Plex (1) Capsule Post, (1) Before Bed
SNS Phosphatidic Acid XT (2) Capsules PWO, (2) Post
30 Grams of L-glutamine and 1 Gram SNS Vitamin C
Sipping Rule 1 All 9 Aminos During workout

Today's Workout - Fasted Cardio - Bi's - Tri's
Workouts are all done in my home gym

35 Minute 2 Mile Walk, outside at 4am

AM; EZ Curl One Set 50 Reps X 25lbs + Tricep Press Down 35Reps X 40lbs Long Rope
PM; EZ Curl One Set 50 Reps X 25lbs + Tricep Press Down 35Reps X 40lbs Long Rope

Core

Life Fitness Ab Crunch Machine 100 Reps

Nutrition

Total Calories 1,933
Fat 59 Grams
Carbs 143 Grams
Protein 1192 Grams

Notes; Nutrition good today, carbs were a little high, I added 5 reps to the pressdowns, I will work those up to 50 also. My legs were sore today, I guess I'm not used to walking everyday for a few mile. Tomorrow will be a very light workout. The wife and I had a little celebration for diner on our good news, so Steaks on the grille!!

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Nice workout and yummy dinner for a good celebration!!!
 
I just got word Hershey Penn State Medical Center just got approval for my Stem Cell transplant fully covered by insurance!!!
My insurance was not not going to cover it, so I ask how much it would be out of pocket, the reply ............ over a million dollars!

what was the reasoning to not originally cover it? I see that sometimes with bizarre cosmetic stuff, but for such an important procedure it seems like this is the entire freaking point of us bending over for insurance in the first place! I thank God this is working out for you!!!
 
what was the reasoning to not originally cover it? I see that sometimes with bizarre cosmetic stuff, but for such an important procedure it seems like this is the entire freaking point of us bending over for insurance in the first place! I thank God this is working out for you!!!
Simple, profit margin, profit margin, oh and profit margin! If they deny almost everything only a few persistent people will fight them on it. Imagine how much money they can save that way!
 
what was the reasoning to not originally cover it? I see that sometimes with bizarre cosmetic stuff, but for such an important procedure it seems like this is the entire freaking point of us bending over for insurance in the first place! I thank God this is working out for you!!!

No "In Network" provided the service I need ????
 
Simple, profit margin, profit margin, oh and profit margin! If they deny almost everything only a few persistent people will fight them on it. Imagine how much money they can save that way!

I'm still fighting my $2000 Ambulance Ride :mad:
 
I'm still fighting my $2000 Ambulance Ride :mad:
Damn... our ambulance is only $100 on my insurance or was this a major transport to another city or something?
 
Damn... our ambulance is only $100 on my insurance or was this a major transport to another city or something?
Transport with EKG from hospital A 17 mile to hospital B - I donate the Ambulance Company every year so had it been routine it would have free.

I Also than got transferred from Harrisburg Pa to Pittsburgh (4) hour trip I have not seen that bill yet ????
 
I Also than got transferred from Harrisburg Pa to Pittsburgh (4) hour trip I have not seen that bill yet ????
that's frustrating but I'm glad at the end you are OK and getting the right treatment and saving a million bucks (LOL?)
i had a family member needing to take an ambulance ride from the hospital to a facility literally across the street. he could not be taken by a family member, had to be the ambulance... at full price, to cross the street.
 
that's frustrating but I'm glad at the end you are OK and getting the right treatment and saving a million bucks (LOL?)
i had a family member needing to take an ambulance ride from the hospital to a facility literally across the street. he could not be taken by a family member, had to be the ambulance... at full price, to cross the street.

My daughter offered to dive me both time, but I was told it was not possible!!
 
Transport with EKG from hospital A 17 mile to hospital B - I donate the Ambulance Company every year so had it been routine it would have free.

I Also than got transferred from Harrisburg Pa to Pittsburgh (4) hour trip I have not seen that bill yet ????
Hopefully you have already met your out of pocket max and never have to see it!
 
Hopefully you have already met your out of pocket max and never have to see it!
One of my problems is this whole journey started on Feb 10, March 1st I went on Medicare so it gets a bit complicated. When I get a bill I don't think I should have my first call is, "OK Which Insurance Co. Did You Bill ?"
 
04/27/2023 Weight 178lbs

My First Real Two Arm Workout in Months !!!!!!!!!!!

Pre-Workout; 1 Scoop - Muscle Addiction, Pump Addict, (2) SNS GlycerPump

CEL Api-Plex (1) Capsule Post, (1) Before Bed
SNS Phosphatidic Acid XT (2) Capsules PWO, (2) Post
30 Grams of L-glutamine and 1 Gram SNS Vitamin C
Sipping Rule 1 All 9 Aminos During workout

Today's Workout - Fasted Cardio - Bi's - Tri's
Workouts are all done in my home gym
All Super Sets

Super Light But It Counts !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Pec Deck (1) 20X20 (2) 30X20 (3) 40X20
Lat Pull Downs (1) 40X20 (2) 50X20 (3) 60X20

Smith Machine Incline Press 45 (Bar) X 20 (2) 55X20 (3) 65X20 (4) 75X20
T-Bar Row (1) 25X20 (2) 30X20 (3) 35X20 (4) 40X20

AM; EZ Curl One Set 50 Reps X 25lbs + Tricep Press Down 38Reps X 40lbs Long Rope
PM; EZ Curl One Set 50 Reps X 25lbs + Tricep Press Down 40Reps X 40lbs Long Rope

Core

Planks - Hyperextensions - Foam Roll Legs & Back

Nutrition

Total Calories 1,480
Fat 40 Grams
Carbs 80 Grams
Protein 180 Grams

Notes; I can't tell you how great this workout felt !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Nutrition on point, I feel good, what a great day !!

This is the look of a happy man (with little arms)

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You're a true inspiration and looking awesome. I'm glad you're feeling well and had a great workout.
 
Interesting




Carnitine supplements are used to enhance physical performance and to treat fatigue, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, obesity, chronic fatigue syndrome, liver disorders, and cancer.
 
Nutrition on point, I feel good, what a great day !!

Good to hear! At the end of the day it's about you and achieving your goals within your control. Sounds like you're doing just that and over coming all the obstacles along the way!
 
Good to hear! At the end of the day it's about you and achieving your goals within your control. Sounds like you're doing just that and over coming all the obstacles along the way!
I treat every day as an adventure
 
Feeling good is also looking good! Enjoying your life & your positivity affect how you engage with and, ultimately, experience the world. Glad for you Rocket

Carnitine supplements are used to enhance physical performance and to treat fatigue, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, obesity, chronic fatigue syndrome, liver disorders, and cancer.

Injectable carnitine is good for you! This is a big part of why it’s become more popular. It’s not that it’s a powerful PED; it’s just that keeping your levels up is essentially all positive! Your androgens work better, your bodyfat can be burned easier in a deficit, your thyroid converts T4 better, your endurance can be improved, it has positive nootropic/mood qualities, supports libido, improves sperm quality, promotes better metabolic health, can enhance restoration from food, it goes on.

I haven’t seen any reason not to use it, beyond the annoyance of injecting it frequently (and the technical risk of infection any time you break the skin for anything).
 
Feeling good is also looking good! Enjoying your life & your positivity affect how you engage with and, ultimately, experience the world. Glad for you Rocket



Injectable carnitine is good for you! This is a big part of why it’s become more popular. It’s not that it’s a powerful PED; it’s just that keeping your levels up is essentially all positive! Your androgens work better, your bodyfat can be burned easier in a deficit, your thyroid converts T4 better, your endurance can be improved, it has positive nootropic/mood qualities, supports libido, improves sperm quality, promotes better metabolic health, can enhance restoration from food, it goes on.

I haven’t seen any reason not to use it, beyond the annoyance of injecting it frequently (and the technical risk of infection any time you break the skin for anything).
I had stopped using it when I was diagnosed, but I think I will start it up again
 
Looking Good Rocket! You have managed to preserve a lot. Considering your situation you look like an Olympian! Still look better than I do right now too!
 
04/27/2023 Weight 178lbs

My First Real Two Arm Workout in Months !!!!!!!!!!!

Pre-Workout; 1 Scoop - Muscle Addiction, Pump Addict, (2) SNS GlycerPump

CEL Api-Plex (1) Capsule Post, (1) Before Bed
SNS Phosphatidic Acid XT (2) Capsules PWO, (2) Post
30 Grams of L-glutamine and 1 Gram SNS Vitamin C
Sipping Rule 1 All 9 Aminos During workout

Today's Workout - Fasted Cardio - Bi's - Tri's
Workouts are all done in my home gym
All Super Sets

Super Light But It Counts !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Pec Deck (1) 20X20 (2) 30X20 (3) 40X20
Lat Pull Downs (1) 40X20 (2) 50X20 (3) 60X20

Smith Machine Incline Press 45 (Bar) X 20 (2) 55X20 (3) 65X20 (4) 75X20
T-Bar Row (1) 25X20 (2) 30X20 (3) 35X20 (4) 40X20

AM; EZ Curl One Set 50 Reps X 25lbs + Tricep Press Down 38Reps X 40lbs Long Rope
PM; EZ Curl One Set 50 Reps X 25lbs + Tricep Press Down 40Reps X 40lbs Long Rope

Core

Planks - Hyperextensions - Foam Roll Legs & Back

Nutrition

Total Calories 1,480
Fat 40 Grams
Carbs 80 Grams
Protein 180 Grams

Notes; I can't tell you how great this workout felt !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Nutrition on point, I feel good, what a great day !!

This is the look of a happy man (with little arms)

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You’re a beast in so many ways! Keep fighting brother!
 
04/28/2023 Weight 180lbs

Pre-Workout; 1 Scoop - SNS Focus XT, (2) SNS GlycerPump, (1) Cap SNS Alpha Yohimbine

CEL Api-Plex (1) Capsule Post, (1) Before Bed
SNS Phosphatidic Acid XT (2) Capsules PWO, (2) Post
30 Grams of L-glutamine and 1 Gram SNS Vitamin C
Sipping Rule 1 All 9 Aminos During workout

Today's Workout - Fasted Cardio - Bi's - Tri's
Workouts are all done in my home gym

3y Minute 2 Mile Walk, outside at 5am (the birds start to sing sometime between 4 and 5 am)

AM; EZ Curl One Set 50 Reps X 25lbs + Tricep Press Down 41Reps X 40lbs Long Rope
PM; EZ Curl One Set 50 Reps X 25lbs + Tricep Press Down 50Reps X 40lbs Long Rope

I made it to 50 Reps each on my PM session, next week I will at 2.5lbs to the curls.

Core

Life Fitness Ab Crunch Machine

Nutrition

Total Calories 2,630
Fat 114 Grams
Carbs 211 Grams
Protein 180 Grams



Notes; One of the side effects of one of the drugs I am on is increased hunger, yesterday I just could not control it. I also felt like poop most of the day so that didn't help either. It is going to be a rainy weekend here in PA, so my plan is to take it pretty easy and let my body rest and heal, I feel lazy just typing this but I think I need it. Relaxing is not easy for me.

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Still looking good, especially with everything you’ve been through. You’re holding your muscle good. I hate to hear that about your insurance. They truly do make it all about the money. Hopefully they’ll get that part worked out quickly, because it sounds like you have the right medical team and treatment plan. Glad to see you’re still eating good by the looks of those meals.👍
 
Still looking good, especially with everything you’ve been through. You’re holding your muscle good. I hate to hear that about your insurance. They truly do make it all about the money. Hopefully they’ll get that part worked out quickly, because it sounds like you have the right medical team and treatment plan. Glad to see you’re still eating good by the looks of those meals.👍
Food is never a problem, in fact the Doctor told me I may lose my apatite, my wife responded "I drought it" :ROFLMAO:
 
Food is never a problem, in fact the Doctor told me I may lose my apatite, my wife responded "I drought it" :ROFLMAO:

That's the same for me. I think the only times I loose my appetite is if I've had food poisoning and can't hold anything down. :LOL:
 
You cam see in this picture where my port was installed, right above it what looks like a vein is a piece of plastic tubing that goes up to my neck, in a vein and than down into my heart. I like it much better than the PICC Line I had in my arm !!



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04/29/2023 Weight 180lbs

Pre-Workout; 1 Scoop - Muscle Addiction Pump Addict

CEL Api-Plex (1) Capsule Post, (1) Before Bed
SNS Phosphatidic Acid XT (2) Capsules PWO, (2) Post
30 Grams of L-glutamine and 1 Gram SNS Vitamin C
Sipping Rule 1 All 9 Aminos During workout

Today's Workout - Shoulders - Traps - Neck - Bi's - Tri's
Workouts are all done in my home gym
All Super Set

Machine Shoulder Press (1) 30X20 (2) 40X20 (3) 50X20 (4) 60X60
Side Lateral Raises (1) 5X20 (2) 7.5X20 (3) 10X20 (4) 10X20

Dumb Bell Shrugs (1) 40X20 (2) 45X20 (3) 50X20
BFS Neck Machine (1) 10X60 (2) 10X60 (3) 10X60

AM; EZ Curl One Set 50 Reps X 25lbs + Tricep Press Down 41Reps X 40lbs Long Rope
PM; EZ Curl One Set 50 Reps X 25lbs + Tricep Press Down 50Reps X 40lbs Long Rope

Core

Hyperextensions - Foam Roll Legs & Back

Nutrition

Total Calories 1,716
Fat 81 Grams
Carbs 152 Grams
Protein 171 Grams



Notes; I was able to keep nutrition in line yesterday, workout felt really good. I believe my arms are responding to this .routine.

Below pick after 4 days of this arm routine. Last time I had worked my right arm was February 6th.

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Looks like you are responding well, your tricep is popping….how are your arms feeling after 4 days on that routine?
 
Looks like you are responding well, your tricep is popping….how are your arms feeling after 4 days on that routine?

I get a very good pump when doing the routine, but they do not get sore? But my shoulders are tender to the touch after yesterdays workout ?
 
Looking good @Rocket3015 , I imagine this workout was meant to be done additionally to all other training including doing your normal arm work. It is likely more of a way to boost volume and increase cell swelling more than be the main driver of the growth. I can't remember if you have been doing your regular stuff along with it but I don't know if that is supposed to be your stand alone arm workout. I would imagine not. Do you have any reference material to verify if so?
 
Looking good @Rocket3015 , I imagine this workout was meant to be done additionally to all other training including doing your normal arm work. It is likely more of a way to boost volume and increase cell swelling more than be the main driver of the growth. I can't remember if you have been doing your regular stuff along with it but I don't know if that is supposed to be your stand alone arm workout. I would imagine not. Do you have any reference material to verify if so?
For the 1st week I have not done any other arm work, but starting tomorrow, I will be doing my normal arm routine plus this.
 
Looking good @Rocket3015 , I imagine this workout was meant to be done additionally to all other training including doing your normal arm work. It is likely more of a way to boost volume and increase cell swelling more than be the main driver of the growth. I can't remember if you have been doing your regular stuff along with it but I don't know if that is supposed to be your stand alone arm workout. I would imagine not. Do you have any reference material to verify if so?

@MrKleen73 I read about this program years ago, I believe it was originated by Robert Kennedy from MuscleMag Int. I have been reading a book by Jim Stoppani and he had mentioned in, and it just sounded like something that might do me goo right now.

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After reading this again I need to change my approach a little, I have been doing 50 reps to failure with rest pause, but I need to choose a weight that I can do 60 reps and stop at 50.
 
04/30/2023 Weight 181lbs

Sunday My Normal Day Off - No PWO Today

Today's Workout 50-50 Bi's - Tri's
Workouts are all done in my home gym
All Super Set


AM; EZ Curl One Set 50 Reps X 25lbs + Tricep Press Down 50Reps X 40lbs Long Rope
PM; EZ Curl One Set 50 Reps X 25lbs + Tricep Press Down 50Reps X 40lbs Long Rope

Nutrition

Total Calories 886
Fat 60 Grams
Carbs 53 Grams
Protein 69 Grams



Notes; I did not feel good all day. I couldn't eat and I had zero energy. I think I did two much on Saturday, I have a hard time not doing what needs done. But I guess I need to learn, I just can't do it all right now. (I Will Be Back)
 
You have more good days than bad so I say that is a really good thing!! Sounds like you needed some rest, you will be back at it 💪🏻
 
05/01/2023 Weight 180lbs

No Pre-Workout


Today's Workout - 50-50 - Bi's - Tri's

Workouts are all done in my home gym
All Super Set

AM; EZ Curl One Set 50 Reps X 25lbs + Tricep Press Down 50Reps X 40lbs Long Rope
PM; EZ Curl One Set 50 Reps X 25lbs + Tricep Press Down 50Reps X 40lbs Long Rope

Nutrition

Total Calories 1,910
Fat 70 Grams
Carbs 158 Grams
Protein 179 Grams

Notes; I woke up at 3am and decided it would be best for me to get more rest. I woke up again at 5am and felt great, 10 hours of sleep must had been what I needed. I did my very quick 50-50 workout and headed to work. The steroid I get with my Chemo once again made me hungry, but I did keep my eating under control. They lifted the mask mandate at the cancer center and I am amazed at how much better I felt afterwards. I guess not breathing back in that Co2 makes a huge difference when your Red Blood Cells are low. No doctors tomorrow, Yea!!
 
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