AntM's Lean Bulk and Everything Else This Summer Log

January 18, 2016
Pull Power

Deload. Stuck at around 60 percent or so on deadlifts. I also went lighter on rack pulls. I wasn't planning on it, but thought it would be a good idea.

Training

Deadlift 2-3 min rest

245x5,5,5,5,5

Rack Pulls 60 - 90 sec rest

275x5,5,5

Weighted Angled Grip Pullups 60 - 90 sec rest

10x6,5.5

Weighted Wide Grip Pullup 60 - 90 sec rest

10x5,5,4

Cable Row 60 - 90 sec rest

140x4,4,4

Reverse Pec Deck 60 - 90 sec rest

125x6,5,5

Nutrition

High Carb

Cals - 2,900
Carbs - 282g
  • Fiber - 49g
Protein - 225g
Fat - 113g
  • Sat. - 26g
  • Poly. - 12g
  • Mono. - 30g
 
Hydra 6 Pancakes

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I was pleasantly surprised with the amount of flavor these pancakes had. The overall flavor was not that strong, however, I did use only 1 scoop (37 grams) to 106 grams of pancake mix. The strawberry flavor was still there. Not strong, noticeable. If I had used two scoops protein or less pancake mix, it would have been much stronger. The fact that the flavor stood up to about 3 times the amount of pancake batter makes me excited to use it in oatmeal and plain Greek yogurt where the flavor should be stronger. Regardless, I am happy with the overall flavor because it does not have a chemical or artificial taste to it, which is a common occurrence with strawberry based powders.

The batter mixed very well. No clumps and i just used a spoon to mix it all, no forks or anything like that. I did not need to add as much wet ingredient as I would with my normal protein blend, but that does not hold any weight in how good the product is. The powder did not stick to the sides of my mixing bowl either.
 
January 19, 2016
Legs Hypertrophy

It feels so weird not doing a single drop set or rest pause.

Training.

Leg Press 60 - 90 sec rest

430x10,10,10,10,10,10

Landmine Squat 60 - 90 sec rest

40x10
45x10,10

RDL 60 - 90 sec rest

185x11,10,10
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Seated Hamstring Curl 60 - 90 sec rest

120x12,10,10

I paused at the top to make sure I wasn't using momentum to lower the weight.

Leg Extensions 60 - 90 sec rest

115x15,13,13

Standing Calf Raises 45 - 60 sec rest

210x12,11,10,10,10

Seated Calf Raises 45 - 60 sec rest

125x12,11,10,10,10

Nutrition

Moderate Carb

Cals - 2,650
Carbs - 226g
  • Fiber - 48g
Protein - 225g
Fat - 101g
  • Sat. - 22g
  • Poly. - 16g
  • Mono. - 33g
 
Hydra 6 in Plain Fat Free Greek Yogurt

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This is my preferred method to testing out protein. I hate shakes and this is the next best thing without adding additional flavor to the powder. The protein mixed well and the consistency was just as thick as I would have imagined. I used 1 serving, 225 grams, of yogurt. You cannot see it in the picture, but it was nice to see the strawberry pieces in the yogurt. I stuck the bowl in the freezer for about 30 minutes to let it thicken even more. Think of it as a poor man's ice cream.

I think I understand why the flavor does not stand out when mixed with a moderate amount of liquid or pancake batter; the flavoring is very natural. I was not hit with an overly sweet strawberry milk powder flavor. Instead, think of taking the actual fruit and blending it with ice. I think because it has such a natural strawberry flavor to it, it does not hold up well against a lot of other variables. This is not a bad thing, in fact, it is kind of refreshing. Next up will be oatmeal tomorrow at work. I am only going to use one serving, 40 grams of oats, so I'm curious to see how it stands at pretty much a 1:1 ratio - 40g oats/37g protein powder.

Edit - I lied, you can see the small strawberry pieces in the yogurt!

Edit number two - forgot to mention last night that I did notice the gritiness of the powder when using it this was. Nothing too bad or crazy, but worth noting.
 
January 21, 2016
Push Power

Training

Incline Bench Press 90-120 sec rest

115x5,5,5,5,5

Military Press 90 - 120 sec rest

115x5,5,5

Close Grip Bench Press 60 - 90 sec rest

150x4,5,4

Flat DB Press 60 - 90 sec rest

70x5,5,4

Seated Machine Shoulder Press 60 - 90 sec rest

190x5,5,4

Weighted Dips 60 - 90 sec rest

60x5,5,4

Nutrition

Moderate Carb

Cals - 2,650
Carbs - 226g
  • Fiber - 49g
Protein - 225g
Fat - 103g
  • Sat. - 22g
  • Poly. - 15g
  • Mono. - 27g
 
One. Rep. Max daysssssss can't wait. I start tomorrow
 
January 22, 2016
Pull Hypertrophy

Gonna set my alarm in the morning so I can get to the gym a few minutes before they open so I'm set to get a power rack. Snow will be moving in and I don't want to risk them closing during my workout.

Training

Overhand TBar Rows 60 - 90 second rest

75x10,10,10

Wide Grip Pulldown 60 - 90 sec rest

100x10,10
102.5x10

Close Grip Pulldown

122.5x11,10,10

Done with the close grip attachment with the gap for extra ROM

Chest Supported Machine Row Neutral Grip 60 - 90 sec rest

120x11,11,10

Underhand Pulldown 60 - 90 sec rest

92.5x10,10,10

Reverse Pec Deck 60 - 90 sec rest

105x11,10,10

Nutrition

High Carb

Cals - 2,900
Carbs - 282g
  • Fiber - 48g
Protein - 225g
Fat - 104g
  • Sat. - 21g
  • Poly. - 5g
  • Mono. - 11g
 
Hydra 6 in Oatmeal

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This was at work, so I obviously didn't have the giant bag on hand for the photo. I did not like this that much in oatmeal. Don't get me wrong, I love strawberries in oatmeal, but the flavor was pretty weak. I was surprised since it was just 40g of oats and 10g of chia seeds. I thought the flavor would stand out more since the other ways I have tried the powder I used more of the other ingredients. The flavor would probably be a lot more noticeable with two scoops.

I also noticed the gritiness in it in this fashion too. Again, nothing tremendous, but it is there. So far, my favorite way to have this is in Greek yogurt.
 
January 23, 2016
Lower Power

Damn snow storm. Thought my legs and lower back would get a rest today!

Training

Back Squat 90-120 sec rest

185x5,5,5,5,5

Leg Press 60 - 90 sec rest

490x5,5,5

Hip Thrusts 60 - 90 sec rest

175x7,6,6

V Squat 60 - 90 sec rest

200x7,7,7

Seated Calf Machine 45 - 60 sec rest

170x8,7,7,7,6

Standing Calf Machine 45 - 60 sec rest

270x8,7,7,7,6

Nutrition

Low Carb

Cals - 2,400
Carbs - 169g
  • Fiber - 47g
Protein - 225g
Fat - 99g
  • Sat. - 26g
  • Poly. - 13g
  • Mono. - 10g
 
AntM Reviews Grenade Carb Killa

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Profile - 210 cals, 8g fat, 20g carbs (7g fiber, 1g sugar, 11g sugar alcohol), 23g protein

These are in somewhere in between the macros of a lot of the main stream protein bars out there now. By that I mean macros are similar, but these re somewhere in the middle in terms of the fiber amount. The only thing that may bother some people is the amount of sugar alcohol. Personally, that does not bother me, but I know some do get bloating or GI distress from sugar alcohols.

Price - Just under $2.50 a bar. A touch more than a lot of the bars out there, but it is different than a lot of the bars out there, see below.

Texture/consistency - The higher count calorie bars seem to have a great consistency and texture. They are not monotone and usually have different layers to them. On the other hand, lower calorie options are usually just a bland, chewy texture. I would consider these bars low calorie options. However, they have the texture that higher calorie bars have. As you can see from the picture, there are bumps on the top of the bar. These provided a nice crunch. There also seemed to be a wafer layer and a caramel layer as too. The caramel layer provided a little chew, just like a caramel candy bar. I would say the texture was very close to a Twix bar, just a touch more chewy.

Taste - Caramel Chaos was the flavor. It was a beautiful blend of chocolate and caramel. The caramel stood out more than the chocolate which is fine by me since I'm not a big chocolate guy. It was very similar to a Twix bar in taste also.

Overall - For me, this is a perfect bar. It is very macro friendly, provides some fiber and a good amount of protein. The texture is amazing, it is just like a candy bar and it tastes like a candy bar as well. Yes, the price is a tad higher than similar options, but I would personally spend a little more to get that has some texture to it. For example, if I had the choice between this bar and another bar that tasted the exact same, but had the texture of a Quest Bar or Mission 1 bar, I would pay a little more for the Carb Killa Bar. It is much more enjoyable to eat and tastes fantastic.10/10
 
January 24, 2016
Push Hypertrophy

Weight - 150

Weight is down a pound, so I will increase cals this week. Back is a little sore today, probably from all the shoveling. Legs and lower back feel good though which is important for tomorrow since I am going to max out on deadlifts. I think I am going to ramp up the weight the same as I did last time, but on my top set, add 5 pounds onto the bar so I hit a new PR.

I was surprised how quick I was able to move today. Today was the second Sunday which I had pre workout carbs. It is the first Sunday where I had a decent amount of carbs the day before as well. I think that had a little to do with the increased endurance.

Training

Incline Smith Press 60 - 90 sec rest

100x8,8,8,8,8,8,8

Weight does not include bar

Seated Smith Shoulder Press 60 - 90 sec rest

70x8,8,10

Weight does not include bar.

Incline Hammer Strength Press

120x10,10,10

Incline Skull Crushers 60 - 90 sec rest

80x10,10,10

Seated Behind the Neck Shoulder Press 60 - 90 sec rest

80x11,10,10

Cable V Bar Pressdown 45 - 60 sec rest

35.5x12
37x11,10

Nutrition

Low Carb Day

Cals - 2,425
Carbs - 169g
  • Fiber - 47g
Protein - 226g
Fat - 101g
  • Sat. - 31g
  • Poly. - 13g
  • Mono. - 10g
 
January 25, 2016
Pull Power

Max day on deadlifts today. Here are notes and my analysis. Please do not take my analysis as an excuse. It is just my thinking on what I could have done differently.

Went in feeling good today. I had my pre workout meal close to lifting, about 1 hr and 15 minutes pre lifting. We changed semesters today and my class schedule changed.

I kept every ramp up set the same until I got past 315. Last max day, I went 345x1, 375x1 and 405x1; 30 pound increases. Today, I went 350x1, 380x1, then tried for 410. I got the weight off the floor, but had to put it down. I think I had my belt too tight, I felt like I was going to blow. I put the weight down. I had my belt on the last notch, which is not all that tight, but when I deadlift with it on that notch, it creates too much pressure for me.

I decided to rest and go for it again. I was not expecting to get it since I strained so much previously. I set my belt at the second to last notch and the weight went up and shot up a lot smoother than the set before. I got stuck right where I do my rack pulls. I was literally sitting there with the weight. Instead of potentially injuring myself, I decided to let it go and just punished myself with back down sets.

I think if I had my belt set correctly the first time, I would have had it. I was disappointed that I didn't get it, but happy that the second attempt went smoothly. It gave me hope for next time. Also, body weight is the exact same last time I maxed out. I also need to get more comfortable with bigger jumps. I fine with 40-50 pound jumps for the first few sets, but then as I go heavier, I lessen the weight increases. I think I just need more confidence.

Training

Deadlift 3-5 min rest

135x5
185x3
225x2
275x1
315x1
350x1
380x1
410x0
410x0
315x2
275x4
225x10

Rack Pulls 60 - 90 sec rest

315x3,3,3,3,4

Weighted Angled Grip Pullups 60 - 90 sec rest

12.5x5,4.4

Weighted Wide Grip Pullup 60 - 90 sec rest

10x4,4,4

Cable Row 60 - 90 sec rest

140x4,4,4

Reverse Pec Deck 60 - 90 sec rest

130x5,4,4

Nutrition

High Carb

Cals - 2,925
Carbs - 282g
  • Fiber - 49g
Protein - 225g
Fat - 107g
  • Sat. - 21g
  • Poly. - 5g
  • Mono. - 11g
 
January 26, 2016
Legs Hypertrophy

Training.

Leg Press 60 - 90 sec rest

450x8,8,8,8,8,8,9

Landmine Squat 60 - 90 sec rest

50x8
55x8,9

RDL 60 - 90 sec rest

185x11,10
190x10
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Seated Hamstring Curl 60 - 90 sec rest

125x11,10,10

Leg Extensions 60 - 90 sec rest

135x10,10,10

Standing Calf Raises 45 - 60 sec rest

210x12,12,10,10,10

Seated Calf Raises 45 - 60 sec rest

125x12,12,11,11,10

Nutrition

Moderate Carb

Cals - 2,650
Carbs - 226g
  • Fiber - 48g
Protein - 225g
Fat - 106g
  • Sat. - 23g
  • Poly. - 15g
  • Mono. - 27g
 
January 28, 2016
Push Power

This was my first time maxing out on incline. my heaviest working set leading up to this week was with 165 pounds. I did not want to do small jumps on the heavier weights so I went for 185 after the 160. I failed. I got to the sticky point and instead of using bad form, I lowered the weight down my chest and lap. I reracked the bar and went for 175. It went up very smoothly. I decided to rest just over 4 minutes and went for 185. Got a spotter this time. Got it with no help and no lift off.

Very happy with the session, especially the redemption.

Training

Incline Bench Press 3-5 min rest

45x12
65x8
95x5
115x3
135x1
160x1
185x0
175x1
185x1
160x3
135x6
135x6

Military Press 90 - 120 sec rest

120x3,3,3,3,3

Close Grip Bench Press 60 - 90 sec rest

150x5,5,4

Flat Bench 60 - 90 sec rest

155x4,4,4

Seated Machine Shoulder Press 60 - 90 sec rest

190x6,5,5

Weighted Dips 60 - 90 sec rest

60x5,4,4

Nutrition

Moderate Carb

Cals - 2,675
Carbs - 226g
  • Fiber - 47g
Protein - 225g
Fat - 104g
  • Sat. - 23g
  • Poly. - 15g
  • Mono. - 27g
 
January 29, 2016
Pull Hypertrophy

Been loving my back hypertrophy days the past few weeks. Really feeling the mind muscle connection. Going to implement a new exercise I've never done next week!

Training

Overhand TBar Rows 60 - 90 second rest

80x8,8,8,8,8,8,9

Wide Grip Pulldown 60 - 90 sec rest

105x8
107.5x8,9

Close Grip Pulldown

122.5x11,11,10

Done with the close grip attachment with the gap for extra ROM

Chest Supported Machine Row Neutral Grip 60 - 90 sec rest

125x10,10,10

Underhand Pulldown 60 - 90 sec rest

95x10,10,11

Reverse Pec Deck 60 - 90 sec rest

110x11,10,10

Nutrition

High Carb

Cals - 2,925
Carbs - 282g
  • Fiber - 48g
Protein - 225g
Fat - 108g
  • Sat. - 21g
  • Poly. - 5g
  • Mono. - 11g
 
What's the new exercise? I've recently added Dante rows as a finisher on my hyper days and LOVE them.
 
January 30, 2016
Lower Power

My legs are shot. I went to 320. I had my old training partner spot me since he was there. I got out of the hole pretty easy, but need a little help at the sticky point. He did help me a little, but I am still going to give myself credit for the lift. Next time I max out though, I am going to do the exact same ramp up sets and go for the 320 again.

My old training partner said I sabatoged myself though. After I unracked the weight and walked it out, I literally stood there for about 15-20 seconds just think about it. He said to me you wasted too much energy, just unrack it, set and go. I think after the last set on my 8x2 weeks, I am going to load up the bar with a weight heavier than what I am going to max out at. I think that will help me get a sense for the feeling of the weight. I would do it deload weeks, but I wnt my CNS to completelt rest those weeks.

Overall, I was happy. I was able to pretty much hit it on my own at the same bodyweight.

Training

Back Squat 3-5 rest

45x10
95x5
135x3
185x2
225x1
265x1
290x1
320x1
275x2
225x5
225x4
185x5

Leg Press 60 - 90 sec rest

520x3,3,3,3,4

Hip Thrusts 60 - 90 sec rest

175x8,7,7

V Squat 60 - 90 sec rest

210x6
230x6,6

Seated Calf Machine 45 - 60 sec rest

180x6,6,6,6,6

Standing Calf Machine 45 - 60 sec rest

270x8,7
275x6,6,6

Nutrition

Low Carb

Cals - 2,425
Carbs - 169g
  • Fiber - 46g
Protein - 225g
Fat - 102g
  • Sat. - 27g
  • Poly. - 11g
  • Mono. - 12g
 
AntM1564 said:
Motor cycle rows.

I just looked up Dante Rows, but saw a few different variations. Which one are you going to do, video?
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The pump and stretch is amazing. I do them fst-7 style and squeeze and stretch every other set and it's ridiculous.
 
AntM1564 said:
January 30, 2016
Lower Power

My legs are shot. I went to 320. I had my old training partner spot me since he was there. I got out of the hole pretty easy, but need a little help at the sticky point. He did help me a little, but I am still going to give myself credit for the lift. Next time I max out though, I am going to do the exact same ramp up sets and go for the 320 again.

My old training partner said I sabatoged myself though. After I unracked the weight and walked it out, I literally stood there for about 15-20 seconds just think about it. He said to me you wasted too much energy, just unrack it, set and go. I think after the last set on my 8x2 weeks, I am going to load up the bar with a weight heavier than what I am going to max out at. I think that will help me get a sense for the feeling of the weight. I would do it deload weeks, but I wnt my CNS to completelt rest those weeks.

Overall, I was happy. I was able to pretty much hit it on my own at the same bodyweight.

Training

Back Squat 3-5 rest

45x10
95x5
135x3
185x2
225x1
265x1
290x1
320x1
275x2
225x5
225x4
185x5

Leg Press 60 - 90 sec rest

520x3,3,3,3,4

Hip Thrusts 60 - 90 sec rest

175x8,7,7

V Squat 60 - 90 sec rest

210x6
230x6,6

Seated Calf Machine 45 - 60 sec rest

180x6,6,6,6,6

Standing Calf Machine 45 - 60 sec rest

270x8,7
275x6,6,6

Nutrition

Low Carb

Cals - 2,425
Carbs - 169g
  • Fiber - 46g
Protein - 225g
Fat - 102g
  • Sat. - 27g
  • Poly. - 11g
  • Mono. - 12g
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I did the same thing you're talking about when I maxed last week... Walked out the next weight I was gonna do right after the prior set just to feel it. Sometimes the weight psyches you out before you ever get a chance. This seemed to help as I wasn't "surprised" by the next weight. Adding even more would make it even better
 
booneman77 said:
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The pump and stretch is amazing. I do them fst-7 style and squeeze and stretch every other set and it's ridiculous.
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hat is one of the videos I saw. Looks interesting. Seems like one would need to go very light to get it down correctly. Here are the motorcycle rows, kind similar in a way

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booneman77 said:
I did the same thing you're talking about when I maxed last week... Walked out the next weight I was gonna do right after the prior set just to feel it. Sometimes the weight psyches you out before you ever get a chance. This seemed to help as I wasn't "surprised" by the next weight. Adding even more would make it even better
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Seeing that 3rd plate on each side for squats really freaks me out. Just seeing that extra plate for any lift can cause some doubt. Until I can git the extra plate with a 10 in addition, I will get psyched out!
 
AntM1564 said:
hat is one of the videos I saw. Looks interesting. Seems like one would need to go very light to get it down correctly. Here are the motorcycle rows, kind similar in a way

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Seeing that 3rd plate on each side for squats really freaks me out. Just seeing that extra plate for any lift can cause some doubt. Until I can git the extra plate with a 10 in addition, I will get psyched out!
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yep definintely similar. And yes, i use only 20lb on the dual cable row setup... super light.
 
carmaf said:
Hahahha that guy looks about 2 seconds away from DEATH. Intense.
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That's John meadows... He pretty much looks like that all the time ha. Dude is a model of intensity in the gym
 
January 31, 2016
Push Hypertrophy

Weight - 150

Weight is down .6 pounds. Will be increasing calories again, this time in the form of carbs. Training was great again today. Getting carbs in really helps me with my endurance I think. This is the second or third week I have gotten complex carbs in before lifting this day. I may start going to the gm later on Saturday, heavy leg day, in order to get a meal in. However, I like waking up and going to them gym. Saturday is my one day off from work and I like to get the gym out of the way so I can run errands or get some grading or lesson planning done.

I think after this cycle, if not this one then definitely the second one, I will be switching to PH3. When I say cycle, I mean lifting cycle. I would start PH3 either after a max out week or the deload week prior to the max out week.

Training

Incline Smith Press 60 - 90 sec rest

105x6,6,6,6,6,6,6,6

Weight does not include bar

Seated Smith Shoulder Press 60 - 90 sec rest

80x6
85x6,6

Weight does not include bar.

Flat DB Press 60 - 90 sec rest

50x12,10,10

Incline Skull Crushers 60 - 90 sec rest

60x11,10,10

Seated Behind the Neck Shoulder Press 60 - 90 sec rest

80x11,10,10

Cable V Bar Pressdown 45 - 60 sec rest

37.5x12.11,10

Nutrition

Low Carb Day

Cals - 2,450
Carbs - 175g
  • Fiber - 48g
Protein - 224g
Fat - 103g
  • Sat. - 32g
  • Poly. - 11g
  • Mono. - 13g
 
Maybe you could just get some simple carbs down quickly pre workout. Something easy like Gatorade or a pre that has carbs would suffice
 
booneman77 said:
Maybe you could just get some simple carbs down quickly pre workout. Something easy like Gatorade or a pre that has carbs would suffice
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That is not a bad idea. I work at BJ's Wholesale Club on Sunday's. I'll have to see how much the large canister of powder costs. I just hate giving carbs to powders though, especially carbs on a low carb day.
 
February 1, 2016
Pull Power

Wow, I cannot believe we are already one month into the new year. I did not stick to my percentage plan today. Well, I kinda did. I wanted to lift my 5x5 at 70-80% of mt 1RM. I did all 5 sets at 80%. Lifts went smoothly, but pretty taxing.

Training

Deadlift 3-5 min rest

325x5,5,5,5,6

Rack Pulls 60 - 90 sec rest

335x2,2,2,2,2,4

Weighted Angled Grip Pullups 60 - 90 sec rest

15x4,4.4

Weighted Wide Grip Pullup 60 - 90 sec rest

10x5,4,4

Cable Row 60 - 90 sec rest

140x5,5,4

Reverse Pec Deck 60 - 90 sec rest

130x6
135x4,4

Nutrition

High Carb

Cals - 2,950
Carbs - 288g
  • Fiber - 47g
Protein - 224g
Fat - 108g
  • Sat. - 23g
  • Poly. - 5g
  • Mono. - 11g
 
February 2, 2016
Legs Hypertrophy

Training.

Leg Press 60 - 90 sec rest

480x6,6,6,6,6,6,6,8

Landmine Squat 60 - 90 sec rest

65x8
70x8,9

RDL 60 - 90 sec rest

190x12,11,10
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Seated Hamstring Curl 60 - 90 sec rest

125x12,11,10

Leg Extensions 60 - 90 sec rest

120x11,10,10

Standing Calf Raises 45 - 60 sec rest

210x12,12,11,10,10

Seated Calf Raises 45 - 60 sec rest

130x11,11,10,10,10

Nutrition

Moderate Carb

Cals - 2,700
Carbs - 232g
  • Fiber - 48g
Protein - 224g
Fat - 104g
  • Sat. - 22g
  • Poly. - 15g
  • Mono. - 27g
 
February 4, 2016
Push Power

Had a very good session today. Kinda excited for tomorrow. Looks like we may get some snow. It will affect the morning commute so I think we will have a delay at least. If we have a snow day, we use Google Classroom so we don't have to make up any days! And it should clear up by the afternoon so I can get my session in.

Training

Incline Bench Press 5x5 @ 70%-80% (130-148 pounds)

135x5
140x5
145x5
145x5
150x7

Military Press

125x2,2,2,2,2,2

Close Grip Bench Press

150x5,5,5

Flat Bench 60 - 90

155x5,4,4

Seated Machine Shoulder Press

200x5,5,4

Weighted Dips

60x6,5,5

Nutrition

Moderate Carb

Cals - 2,700
Carbs - 232g
  • Fiber - 48g
Protein - 224g
Fat - 105g
  • Sat. - 22g
  • Poly. - 15g
  • Mono. - 26g
 
February 5, 2016
Pull Hypertrophy

Training

TBar Rows

90x6,6,6
95x6,6,6,6
100x7

Pullups

6,6,7

Close Grip Pulldown

122.5x12
125x10,10

Done with the close grip attachment with the gap for extra ROM

Chest Supported Machine Row

100x10,10,10

Underhand Pulldown 60 - 90 sec rest

95x10,10,10

Reverse Pec Deck 60 - 90 sec rest

105x12,10,10

Nutrition

High Carb

Cals - 2,950
Carbs - 288g
  • Fiber - 48g
Protein - 224g
Fat - 109g
  • Sat. - 40g
  • Poly. - 8g
  • Mono. - 19g
 
AntM Reviews Champion Nutrition Amino Shooter Edge

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Mixability - It was not perfect, but that is to be expected. In terms of clumps, there were none. This product contains amino acids and is leucine heavy. The particles will not dissolve right away, but it is by no means any worse than any BCAA product.

Profile - 10g of amino acids and a energy blend make up the profile. Caffeine content and other ingredients in the energy blend are hidden under a prop blend. The BCAA content is disclosed, but the EAA blend is not.

Energy/Focus - Energy was average or slightly below average from what I normally get out of a pre workout. I honestly did not feel like I had anything. I used a single scoop. I have a hard time imagining caffeine is anything higher than 150mg. Focus was the same, below average to average.

Pumps - Did not experience anything out of the ordinary, but the only thing that would attribute to an increased pump is arginine which is not saying a whole lot.

Taste - The flavor is labeled as citrus crush. I was thinking it would taste like a bunch of citrus fruits meshed into one. However, it had a lemon flavor, similar to the yellow lollipop you get at a doctors office or bank. Was it bad, no, but the name is misleading.

Overall - I would not recommend this product. I did not feel like it added anything to my training as far as energy, focus, intensity or pump is concerned. I do like the 10g of amino acids if I am training fasted or semi fasted. It does taste good, but do not expect anything exotic for the citrus crush, it is simple a lemon flavor. Honestly, I am disappointed in this given the quality of Champion Whey. The profile is sub par. I would be cheaper and probably better quality to make your own version of this product. One could simply need amino acids and a caffeine pill or powder. I view this product as a glorified amino product and nothing more.5/10
 
AntM Reviews Grenade Hydra 6

This is a final review and my overall thoughts of the product.

Taste - I absolutely love strawberry and was excited to use this. i was surprised with how natural this powder tasted. It was not overly sweet like a strawberry dessert or strawberry milk. Instead, it was like the actual fruit, just not as sweet. With that in mind, the flavor is very mild in your traditional amount of liquid or food. I used it how I use other powders and found the overall flavor to be underwhelming. I do not have protein powder everyday and when I do, I limit myself to a single scoop. Maybe the flavor is stronger with two scoops, but I cannot say. The flavor is very good, just a little weak.

Profile - Very good. One scoop provides 3g fat, 5g of carbs and 24g of protein per serving. What really sets this apart from other powders is that it is a blend, but not only that, Grenade discloses the ratio of the blend. It is 50/50 whey and casein.

Mixability - Perfect. There was a little gritiness in some instances, but nothing major and this does happen with some blends.

Overall - I would highly suggest this product to anyone looking for a blend. The overall taste is very good, especially if you are looking for an authentic/non artificial tasting strawberry powder. The flavor is good, just a little on the weak side. All in all, you cannot go wrong with this product, especially if you're looking for a strawberry flavored protein. 9/10
 
AntM1564 said:
AntM Reviews Grenade Hydra 6

This is a final review and my overall thoughts of the product.

Taste - I absolutely love strawberry and was excited to use this. i was surprised with how natural this powder tasted. It was not overly sweet like a strawberry dessert or strawberry milk. Instead, it was like the actual fruit, just not as sweet. With that in mind, the flavor is very mild in your traditional amount of liquid or food. I used it how I use other powders and found the overall flavor to be underwhelming. I do not have protein powder everyday and when I do, I limit myself to a single scoop. Maybe the flavor is stronger with two scoops, but I cannot say. The flavor is very good, just a little weak.

Profile - Very good. One scoop provides 3g fat, 5g of carbs and 24g of protein per serving. What really sets this apart from other powders is that it is a blend, but not only that, Grenade discloses the ratio of the blend. It is 50/50 whey and casein.

Mixability - Perfect. There was a little gritiness in some instances, but nothing major and this does happen with some blends.

Overall - I would highly suggest this product to anyone looking for a blend. The overall taste is very good, especially if you are looking for an authentic/non artificial tasting strawberry powder. The flavor is good, just a little on the weak side. All in all, you cannot go wrong with this product, especially if you're looking for a strawberry flavored protein. 9/10
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I got a free 2lb bag of this when it was first released and had exactly the same experience. Thoroughly enjoyed it.
 
February 6, 2016
Lower Power

I went with 320 as my 1RM even though I needed a little help getting it. I figured this would overload my legs a touch to help them grow.

Training

Back Squat 70%-80% (224-256 lbs)

225x5
235x5
240x5
245x5
255x5

Leg Press

540x2,2,2,2
560x2,2

Hip Thrusts

185x6,6,6

V Squat

230x6,6,7

Seated Calf Machine 45 - 60 sec rest

180x7,6,6,6,6

Standing Calf Machine 45 - 60 sec rest

275x7,76,6,6

Nutrition

Low Carb

Cals - 2,450
Carbs - 175g
  • Fiber - 47g
Protein - 224g
Fat - 103g
  • Sat. - 26g
  • Poly. - 13g
  • Mono. - 10g
 
February 7, 2016
Push Hypertrophy

Weight - 150

Curious to see how this week is going to go with school. There is snow in the forecast from tonight until Wednesday night. It won't be continous, but will be during the day/night during the morning commute.

Weight wise, I am back up to 150. Usually when I gain a little weight, I do not increase cals. However, if I continue doing what I have been, these small increases in cals only when I lose weight, I will be spinning wheels and will not make progress. I have to not fear gaining a little fat if I want to get bigger and stronger. I came to that realization this morning when I saw the scale.

Had an epic training session this afternoon. Sweet potatoes pre workout and 7g of GMS did me well!

Training

Incline Smith Press

95x12,12,12,10+2,9+3

Weight does not include bar

Seated Smith Shoulder Press

60x12,12,12

Weight does not include bar.

Flat DB Press

50x12,11,10

Incline Skull Crushers

60x12,11,10

Seated Behind the Neck Shoulder Press

80x10,10,10

Cable V Bar Pressdown 45 - 60 sec rest

39x12.11,10

Nutrition

Low Carb Day

Cals - 2,500
Carbs - 181g
  • Fiber - 47g
Protein - 225g
Fat - 104g
  • Sat. - 29g
  • Poly. - 15g
  • Mono. - 13g
 
I wish you reviewed the Hydra 6 CnC, hahaha even though I know you hate the flavour. I've been wanting to toss in a sample tub of that with a double B order for a while now.
 
carmaf said:
I wish you reviewed the Hydra 6 CnC, hahaha even though I know you hate the flavour. I've been wanting to toss in a sample tub of that with a double B order for a while now.
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It's hard for me to say go ahead and order it given my experience with strawberry. The strawberry was very natural and cookies and cream is usually pretty sweet. I would imagine it would be sweet, but not overly sweet like other powders.
 
February 8, 2016
Pull Power

Just got done doing a quick HIIT shoveling session :D

Training

Deadlift 3-5 min rest 75%-85% (304-344 lbs)

315x4
325x4
330x4
335x4
340x4
345x4

Rack Pulls

315x5,5,5,5,5

Weighted Angled Grip Pullups

15x5,4.4

Weighted Wide Grip Pullups

10x5,4,4

Cable Row

140x5,5,5

Reverse Pec Deck

125x8,6,6

Nutrition

High Carb

Cals - 2,975
Carbs - 288g
  • Fiber - 49g
Protein - 225g
Fat - 107g
  • Sat. - 22g
  • Poly. - 5g
  • Mono. - 11g
 
AntM1564 said:
It's hard for me to say go ahead and order it given my experience with strawberry. The strawberry was very natural and cookies and cream is usually pretty sweet. I would imagine it would be sweet, but not overly sweet like other powders.
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I'll prob go ahead and throw in a sample tub anyways. That's how I like to try different powders. I'll prob do it when I order Xtend Perform whenever that drops.
 
carmaf said:
I'll prob go ahead and throw in a sample tub anyways. That's how I like to try different powders. I'll prob do it when I order Xtend Perform whenever that drops.
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I would def be interested to hear your thoughts on it if you do. The price (and the 20+ open tubs I have) was my major holdup. The strawberry was great tho and that can be tough to do so I have high hopes.
 
booneman77 said:
I would def be interested to hear your thoughts on it if you do. The price (and the 20+ open tubs I have) was my major holdup. The strawberry was great tho and that can be tough to do so I have high hopes.
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If I do I'll throw up a review in my log for sure. I've heard their CnC is underrated.
 
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