habajaba
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First, a big thanks to BPS and lukehayd for the opportunity to log their latest creation, Brawn!
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For those that don't know me. I'm 36, on TRT and train a bit different than most of the guys on here. As a "former fat guy", I'm more or less constantly on a recomp. For the past 6 months or so, I've definitely been more focused on adding lean mass. I do run a deficit, which is a bit counter intuitive for adding mass, but I still need to cut bodyfat down. My training is at home and consists of a full body circuit style lift (with dumbbells and bands) and HIIT cardio, alternating 6 days a week. I train fasted every day. Since I still need to lose those last few pounds of stomach fat, I'm sticking with 1250 - 1600 calories, 45p/25c/30f. I follow intermittent fasting and generally eat all my meals from 6-9pm. I usually allow for 1-2 cheat meals a week, because life is busy and it happens. My training and diet will be unchanged, so I can be sure to isolate the benefits of Brawn. That said, I'm coming off a (disappointing) run with Trest and Epistane and am taking a break from anything hardcore so my body can stabilize a bit.
For now, I'm running my staples: multi, fish oil, hmb, creatine, Cordygen-Nano Elite (for endurance) pre, RagNOrok PWO, RPG bcaa/eaa intra. And I will continue running Radiate (fat burner) since I'm already using it.
As someone who had great results from BPS' former laxogenin product, Androcrine, I was excited for the opportunity to log their latest iteration. Androcrine was a transdermal version which not only increased strength, but helped with joint issues in my neck, wrist, and elbow. I've never tried an oral laxogenin product, but I'm hopeful for similar results from this new product! My plan is to dose one cap in the a.m. and another in the afternoon, both with fish oil.
Straight from BPS -
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For those that don't know me. I'm 36, on TRT and train a bit different than most of the guys on here. As a "former fat guy", I'm more or less constantly on a recomp. For the past 6 months or so, I've definitely been more focused on adding lean mass. I do run a deficit, which is a bit counter intuitive for adding mass, but I still need to cut bodyfat down. My training is at home and consists of a full body circuit style lift (with dumbbells and bands) and HIIT cardio, alternating 6 days a week. I train fasted every day. Since I still need to lose those last few pounds of stomach fat, I'm sticking with 1250 - 1600 calories, 45p/25c/30f. I follow intermittent fasting and generally eat all my meals from 6-9pm. I usually allow for 1-2 cheat meals a week, because life is busy and it happens. My training and diet will be unchanged, so I can be sure to isolate the benefits of Brawn. That said, I'm coming off a (disappointing) run with Trest and Epistane and am taking a break from anything hardcore so my body can stabilize a bit.
For now, I'm running my staples: multi, fish oil, hmb, creatine, Cordygen-Nano Elite (for endurance) pre, RagNOrok PWO, RPG bcaa/eaa intra. And I will continue running Radiate (fat burner) since I'm already using it.
As someone who had great results from BPS' former laxogenin product, Androcrine, I was excited for the opportunity to log their latest iteration. Androcrine was a transdermal version which not only increased strength, but helped with joint issues in my neck, wrist, and elbow. I've never tried an oral laxogenin product, but I'm hopeful for similar results from this new product! My plan is to dose one cap in the a.m. and another in the afternoon, both with fish oil.
Straight from BPS -
WHAT IS BRAWN?
Brawn is a natural muscle builder containing 5a-hydroxy laxogenin at 100mg per capsule. Research has demonstrated that 5a-hydroxy laxogenin increases protein synthesis by over 200%, which has significant positive ramifications for building muscle mass.2 Muscle protein synthesis, in a nutshell, is the physiological process that creates protein from amino acids. Since muscles are comprised largely of proteins, the more synthesis occurs, the more muscles hypertrophy (grow).
Furthermore, 5a-hydroxy laxogenin helps balance cortisol secretion throughout the day, as well as boost thyroid production and regulate blood sugar levels, all of which play major roles in healthy recovery, fat loss, and reduction of muscle wasting.[4]
Cortisol is a catabolic hormone secreted in response to stress; too much cortisol secretion has been shown to impair the body’s ability to synthesize muscle protein and may even result in atrophy of muscle tissue.[5] That being said, we need some cortisol to function properly and burn fat, as well as fight inflammation.
Thyroid hormones, on the other hand, act on nearly every cell in the body to increase metabolic rate. Therefore, increased thyroid production acts to enhance fat loss and total energy expenditure.[6]
BENEFITS OF BRAWN SUPPLEMENTATION
Users of Brawn can expect to see strength increases within three to five days of initiating use, and muscle mass increases typically become readily apparent within two to three weeks.
The 5a-hydroxy laxogenin contained in Brawn is one of, if not the most, effective phytosterol compounds commercially available that will help you build more muscle, burn more fat, feel more energetic, and increase strength gains!
Brawn will also help fight inflammation and promote rapid recovery after tough training sessions.
KEY RESEARCH-BACKED BENEFITS OF BRAWN INCLUDE:
*In conjunction with a proper exercise and diet regimen
- Increase muscle protein synthesis by over 200%*
- Reduce cortisol and help manage stress
- Boost strength, power, and endurance*
- Enhance metabolic rate and fat loss*
- Fight inflammation and promote recovery
BRAWN DOSING RECOMMENDATIONS
Directions: Take 1 to 2 capsules daily. Do not exceed 8 weeks of continued use.
