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RUSH954 GOES IN WITH 1 ALPHA AND EPI-V

Today felt great weight was 204.3 this morning. I find that I feel a pump throughout the day. Had a good day overall both in and out of the gym. I worked pretty hard today and felt as though I could move more weight and for longer. I went up 20lbs on the chest press and it felt good.
4 sets of 12 at 200lbs was a good achievement for me today. I don't believe that's a P.R. But I feel I could've went up another 20lbs but didn't want to push to far. I'm honestly not really trying for any P.R.'s at the current moment just trying to increase weight in small increments and keep high quality workouts going.
Diet went well as I continue on just veggies an lean meats. Using small amounts of fats either in olive oil, coconut oil when marinating food. I will continue to stay this way through this month and then will cycle carbs on a 3:1 ratio. I'm starting to feel a lot more energy in this way. Sucked at first but it's cool now.
Supps remained the same today 2 caps of 1 Alpha both am and pm.
Whey protein, glucosamine and added D3 as I was told I was a little low. I enjoy the added benefits with the D3. Zma and lots of water. I'm fuggin thirsty as ever these past few days. Used condense for a pre workout today as I needed a little push after a long day.
I hate cardio in the gym. Feel like a damn hamster running on a wheel. Warm up only 10 mins on the bike. I will be sprinting tomorrow after my leg session.
Today worked chest and back in a superset fashion.
Incline DB press ss with bent over DB rows 30,20,10,5,5

Flat bench press ss with T bar row
30,20,10,10,5

Decline bench alone. ( personal favorite)
15,15,12,10,10
50% of 1RM for first two sets then progressively increased weight. Btw my 1RM on decline is going to be high I can taste it.;) this will probably be my first P.R. To be made.

Middle back row
15,12,12,10
This was hard for me to pull off. Felt like the arms where pulling instead of back on last set. Took a few minutes to rest before I went on

Deadlift
15,12,10,10
Was a great feeling to get some deads in as its been a while. Lmao I farted on last set while trying to straighten out. Of course I looked around like everyone else like I wasn't guilty. Total protein fart at the gyms busiest time on a monday. No one asked how many sets I had left after that one.
Had a large space to myself but no shame in my game. Went on with workout after that. Good times and laughs.
Lat pulldowns
15,12,12,10,10
Good form squeezing Lats. I can feel them still.
*goal increase back width.

Shoulder shrug
20,15,12,12,10
I sometimes give shrugs a go on back day as I feel I indirectly hit them in back workouts so why not.

Cool down foam rolled at home

Felt great not tired one but at the gym every exercise I did I feel activated the necessary muscle so workout was a success. Third day dosing 4 caps a day hopefully recovery will be quick from workouts. By the end of this month would like to hit two a days for at least a week
 
Rush, I'm really impressed with your log! Great detail for those interested in using your methods.
 
for sure kenpo, log is great detail indeed
and now i know if i ever work out next to rush, to go find another section of the gym on days he deads
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:D
 
Thanx guys for the support. Im glad your enjoying the ride. Yesterday was the last day no complex carbs im really exicited about that. Now back to eating for a day. Im going to start carb cycling on a 3:1 ratio. 1 alpha is treating me great. I have been fulling fuller and bigger the last few days. yesterday I was impressed, Libido has shown a large increase in last two days. I can tell its about that time for some action. Only side was a headache I carried for the day yesterday. Everything goes away when I get to work at the gym though.

I said I wasnt going to workout just cardio. yeah ok. I have a small gym in my community nothing major but I put it to use every once in a while it has all cardio equipment and a few machines. I did my 15 minutes on the hamster wheel(Treadmill) then I decided to hit the biceps. so I thought why not superset with triceps. this was a great idea short sweet and to the point.

cable curl ss tricep pushdown
40,30,20,10 then 10,20,30,40
I just fel great after this so I decied to work abs
Diamond crunch 5 sets of 20
decline sit up 5 sets of 20
leg raises 4 sets of 20

This was for yesterday. I didnt get a chance to post it last night. weight this morning 203.6lbs
Mid way through second week I'm definitely starting to feel the 1 Alpha as other have said. Not yet a major difference but noticable.
I feel pumped throughout the day. I dont even feel the need for a pre workout once I start lifting. I dont feel like leaving when im finished.
Weight hasnt dramatically increased as its not even been two weeks. Honestly I like what I'm feeling. Good stuff so far.
Today I'm going to go put in work. see you guys after

this was a great mini workout on a non workout day.
 
Sometimes you're just feeling it! Glad to hear you got an awesome workout in and the fuller pumped feeling is an awesome feeling!
 
Back to work this afternoon. worked on legs and shoulders
warm up consisted of the elliptical 10 minutes on random.
I usually start with squats as do most but today I decied to do iso work first to get all muscles fired uo before squatting.
started with leg Extentions 5 sets 15,12,10,10,8
first two sets were warm up sets 50% to 85% for reps

Lying leg curl 12,12,10,10,8
I make sure to squeeze tight when at the top of the movement and control is always used no swinging weights around for me.

hip Ad and AB duction 4 sets of 15
these excersices are some of my favorite to work on. As I'm getting older I'm working the hips more. I had issues with my right knee a few years back in tearing ACL and ever since rehabbing that I always work the hips as often as possible.

standing calf raise 4 sets of 20
last set being a drop set

then to the good stuff
angled leg press ss with calf raises on leg press 15,15,12,12
for calf raises three variations feet straight, big toes touching , and last toes out heels touching 4 sets of 20
By this time I was honestly ready to throw up as I had drank a whole lot of water.
Squats 20,15,15,15,12
I dont really squat too heavy as I sometimes get knee pain. today I felt great though. I stay around my body weight for reps
which I dont think its too bad, but today I had the last two sets at 305lbs for 15 and 12 reps which is great for me. I felt with the right person spotting I couldve possibly repped out for more..

DB shoulder press 15,15,12,12,10
weight was above normal but nothing crazy.
warmed up with the 50lb dumbbells. increased 110lbs a set

front db raises ss with side raises 15,12,12,10
boy were these tough today. the shoulders felt fried just from the shoulder presses but I was in the zone today. workout without headphones and I felt like I was alone in the gym at 5pm so go figure my state of mind.

shoulder shrugs 15,15,12,12,10
I'm going to have to invest in wrist straps as Im losing grip once in higher weights. If anyone knows how to improve grip strength please let me know.
I was int the zone during workout today Blinders on for sure. My workout intesity is increasing. even though I knew I had worked out for long I still wanted to do more. So of course I played two full court games of Basketball for my cool down and cardio. that is one of the benefits of my gym.
I started making myself a homemade weight gainer shake. 1600 cals- 2 cups of uncooked oats 2 scoops of protein and 4 tbs of natural P.B. with a cap of vanilla and a sprinkle of cinnamon. this was excellent as something between meals and it helped a whole lot. Diet was pretty good im at 4200 cals today thanks to my shake. Might just add one in every other day and see how that treats me.
Today headache wasnt there. I started taking my Organ shield again.
supps for the day
4-1 alpha 2 am and 2 pm
3 opti men multi
1 tbs glucosamine and chondrition
2 organ shield
3 ZMA
1 extra sleepytime tea
 
nice gainer shake there, rush :cool2:
so simple - yet, some make it so complicated
and i just noticed that sleepytime tea at bed - celestial seasonings? man that stuff used to be a staple for me, a bag of sleepytime + a bag of tension tamer..these days, i'm hooked on G8..takes care of my sleep issues like no one's business
keep cracking my friend!
 
snagencyV2.0 said:
nice gainer shake there, rush :cool2:
so simple - yet, some make it so complicated
and i just noticed that sleepytime tea at bed - celestial seasonings? man that stuff used to be a staple for me, a bag of sleepytime + a bag of tension tamer..these days, i'm hooked on G8..takes care of my sleep issues like no one's business
keep cracking my friend!
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I need to try that G8 for sure. Sleep is rare in my life and I try to get as much as possible. Being a light sleeper is a curse.

This is the first time I make a gainer at home. I save a lot this way and just have to buy a bigger whey protein. Gotta love Saving money. It seems as though the supplement list grows the longer you train and harder you work. I'm going to need a sponsor lol....
Next log= RUSH WILL Work for SUPPS!!!!!
 
G8 is a great sleep aid. Half a scoop for me and im relaxed and fall asleep without issues. Wake up rested and ready for the day.
 
I've been missing for a few days but I'm back stronger than ever. This week was excellent for me as far as training went. I took Friday as a rest day and got back to it today. Weight upon waking was 205.3 which is up two pounds from start and it was the same yesterday as well. This is the end of my 1st week at 4 caps a day of the 1 Alpha. Libido is up, endurance is up high, also recovery between workouts is starting to be faster. As far as strength starting to show some improvement but I'm sure next week will be great. I'm just about two weeks in. Next Monday to be exact. I'm enjoying the 1 Alpha experience. The fact that I can recover faster is definitely a plus to me. I can get more accomplished in a week, every body part twice a week. I feel fuller in general. I have been eating at maintenance but am planning to increase quite a bit for the last two weeks. I will be implementing heavier weights more drop sets and supersets into my routine as of next week. I will either grow or die. lmaoo....

today I worked the back and biceps which was fun my endurance is through the roof. I timed my workout from locker room to finish and it was 2hrs and 20 minutes. craziness, as I'm one to be finished in under an hr at all times. I was annoyed with the fixed cardio so I chose to do something different today

warm up
pull ups, dips, leg raise ss 4 sets of 15 each exercise with 1 min rest in between sets.

then 5 sets of 12 reps deadlifts no gas today. lol
bent over rows with BB 5 sets of 15 reps.
seated rows 5 sets of 12
rear delt on machine 5 sets of 15
lat pulldowns 5 sets of 12
close grip pulldowns 5 sets of 12
wide grip pull ups 5 sets of 10
bb curl 5 sets of 10
incline db curl 5 sets 12,12,12,8
hammer curls 5 sets of 10
reverse curls 5 sets 12,12,10,10,8
preacher curl on machine 4 sets of 12
last set was a dropset.
great workout nice and slow negative and focused on squeezes.
will edit have to take my wife to dinner.
 
Weight upon waking was 205.2

Today was a good day half a gainer shake for breakfast then hit the gym for legs.
Great workout again my endurance is crazy right now.
Warmup was a pull up dip leg raise ss. 4 sets till failure
Angled leg press ss with calf raise
5 sets 15,15,12,12,12
Increasing two plates at a time.

Leg extensions single leg 5 sets of 15 reps per leg.

Lying leg curl 5 sets 15,15,12,12,11

Calf raises 4 sets of 20

BB squat 5 sets 15,12,12,10,10
Heaviest set was 295lbs which was the last set. 1 alpha has my work outs lasting long as ever

Walking lunges with 35lb DB 5 sets 25 yds

I was spent after this so didn't work shoulders today. Tomorrow morning will make up shoulders

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This was my post workout meal with a whey protein shake. It did the job.

Noticing I'm feeling hungrier more the past three days. No sides as of yet libido is up. Endurance is most noticeable change to date. I am starting to notice a strength increase creeping in though. I know this week will be lots of fun and I'm sure to enjoy it, and put up some very good numbers for myself. Anyone have any good suggestions for a good product for joints?
 
snagencyV2.0 said:
Achilles was wonderful for me..
much more complete and in-depth than just plain cissus q - altho cissus would certainly be good place to start
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IForce Joint Help or Antaeus Achilles.
 
weight upon waking 205.7
all supps in check. non workout day for me today, 45 mins baasketball for cardio. Cals were at 3500 for the day. foam rolled body parts were a workout in its own right. so until tomorrow chest triceps shoulder workout.
 
Rush954 said:
weight upon waking 205.7
all supps in check. non workout day for me today, 45 mins baasketball for cardio. Cals were at 3500 for the day. foam rolled body parts were a workout in its own right. so until tomorrow chest triceps shoulder workout.
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Foam rolling makes me sweat something fierce! That stuff is no joke.
 
So I've been away from the gym due to not feeling well all this week. Weight is up though 207.3 which is good with having the cold. Going to the gym today through Sunday to make up for my missed days. I'm actually excited as ever
 
Yes, have to be extra careful of exposing yourself to cold and flu virus while on cycle. Was told your immune system is weakened while on cycle. Get better soon.
 
Didn't get the opportunity to post last night after workout. It was great once I got in the doors of the gym. I have come to the conclusion that basic cardio is not for me. I'm either going to play basketball or sprint. Only warmup max 10 minutes on any machine or until I get a light sweat.
Chest only as I didn't have enough time to finish workout.
Dips 4 sets until failure

Incline DB press 1 warmup set of 20 reps then 5 working sets 12,12,10,10,8 increasing 10lbs per set.
Flat bench DB press 5 sets 12,12,10,10,7
The seven was a pr at 115lb DB. I was excited as I only put up that number for two times max before cycle. This lift was great for my self confidence and also gave me the swollen chest look instantly.
Decline BB bench press 15,12,10,10,8
Didn't set a PR but but I'm sure I could've if I pushed for it. 305lbs For the last set felt light yesterday. Going to try and record all PR lifts from now on.
Incline Flyes 15,12,12,10,10
Crazy pump by this time. Veins popping out crazy an that's unusual for me. It's been pretty consistent for the past week and a half.
Pec deck machine
12,12,10,10
Under hand cable pulls 12,12,10,10
I was so pumped that it actually was a bad thing.

All supps in order to date
4 caps 1 alpha 2 am 2 pm
3 opti men daily breakfast lunch and dinner
1 tbs glucosamine and chondriton
2 caps taurine
2 organ shield
Whey protein
Fish oil
Cals at maintenance at 3300 on workout days add 700 cals

Ended here time of workout was close to an hour. Sad I had to leave but I'm a father first so duty called.
I'm definitely feeling stronger looking bigger and recovering faster. Previously if I would've went for a max the next day I would be extremely sore and today I'm fine and ready to lift again.
Having no sides to mention except extreme thirst and a small joint discomfort. I'm enjoying the current four caps a day. Two weeks left then bridging to the Epi-V. For the second month will post pics and measurements at the end of the 1 alpha. Then again at the end of epi-v.
Today will get back bi's and Tri's.
 
great update rush! glad to see you back in the saddle again ;)

Rush954 said:
I have come to the conclusion that basic cardio is not for me.
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bout time LOL

I'm either going to play basketball or sprint. Only warmup max 10 minutes on any machine or until I get a light sweat.
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d00d - i think we are either long-lost twins, or..
you been spying on me wayyyy too long
waiting for you to say you're going out to play some tennis next....

:paranoid:
 
Workouts should be limited to an hour so that you go hard all the way through. Most time after 1 hour is wasted, you can't go longer than that at the proper intensity.
 
snagencyV2.0 said:
great update rush! glad to see you back in the saddle again ;)

bout time LOL

d00d - i think we are either long-lost twins, or..
you been spying on me wayyyy too long
waiting for you to say you're going out to play some tennis next....


:paranoid:
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lol. I am learning more and more about what works for me. I Don't see why I shouldn't be spying on you lol. Your training and food choices are on point. I wish I could play tennis.
 
PalmFist said:
I lift four hours at a time. Broscience!
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I feel you on this one. My workouts take long to complete, but my intensity is great throughout.
 
Rush954 said:
I feel you on this one. My workouts take long to complete, but my intensity is great throughout.
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Totally fukin around Rush. I'm a "never more than 90 min" kinda guy. Shyt I wish I could lift four hours straight and still recover and grow
 
PalmFist said:
Totally fukin around Rush. I'm a "never more than 90 min" kinda guy. Shyt I wish I could lift four hours straight and still recover and grow
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The truth is though if you aim on keeping your workouts shorter but getting just as much done or almost you will be more successful in a bodybuilding senese.
 
DreamWeaver said:
The truth is though if you aim on keeping your workouts shorter but getting just as much done or almost you will be more successful in a bodybuilding senese.
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I'm sure I can get the workout times shorter. I will try this today. I will time myself and see if this works well for me.
 
I'm sure you guys all work out by yourself. I usually have a family member with me. I'm going to start to go alone again.
 
Rush954 said:
I'm sure you guys all work out by yourself. I usually have a family member with me
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ah yes - i do fly solo indeed
makes it harder to keep good pace with two ppl for sure (and is one of the reasons i avoid - not a lot of ppl can keep up!), but you can still focus on eliminating all wasted time, and rushing thru
 
Yah there are ways it you work well together, no chit chat though....plenty time for that when I am done.
 
Weight this morning upon waking 208.7

Im definitely feeling great as of late. Saturday had legs and shoulders. Sunday off and today back an biceps.

Saturdays workout was not up to par.
Warm up 8 mins on the bike.
Angled leg press
5 sets
1 set was a warm up 20 reps
15,15,15,15
Leg extensions
15,15,15,12 each leg

Lying leg curl
15,15,15,12
Hip ab ad machine
15,15,15,15,15
BB back squat
15,15,12,12,10
Highest weight used in third set at 355lbs.
Walking lunge
15,15,12,12 using 40lb DB'S

Shoulders was short due to being really tired after legs.
DB lat raises, DB front raises both done at the same time 5 sets of 12
DB shoulder raise
4 sets of 12
DB shoulder shrugs
4 sets of 10
1st pr set on DB shoulder press 105lb DB

Appetite has declined some more.
I have had to add a weight gainer shake in everyday. I'm definitely stronger and recovery is great. I've even thought of holding off on epi-v and doing straight 1alpha for 60 days but I'm unsure of that. Libido is good. So no negatives other than lack of appetite, which isn't that serious.
Everyday supps
4-1 Alpha daily 2 am 2 pm
3 multi-v daily
6 fish oil 2 at meal times
1 tbs glucosamine
100% whey by ON
ZMA
Condense pre-workout

All in all this has been fun. I'm going to add Achilles to the mix when it comes in.
 
snagencyV2.0 said:
walking lunges - yeaaah buddy
no appetite, but up to almost 209? dang
everything looking great!
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Weight is going up and that's all that really matters. I'm drinking loads of water over 2 gallons a day and have forced food down my throat everyday. I'd rather my stomach shutdown before my you know you know. I'm just enjoying the ride and doing my best is all.
 
Rush954 said:
Weight is going up and that's all that really matters. I'm drinking loads of water over 2 gallons a day and have forced food down my throat everyday. I'd rather my stomach shutdown before my you know you know. I'm just enjoying the ride and doing my best is all.
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Well your doing a darn good job bud, keep it up.
 
NICE. Looks like everything is going smooth in here! Killing it.
 
Rush954 said:
I'm sure you guys all work out by yourself. I usually have a family member with me. I'm going to start to go alone again.
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Solo it is. I smash weights when I'm alone but def lose drive when convos start....
 
If you feel up for it run the 1-alpha for 60. Make sure to cross bridge the epiV though because you definitely don't want to crash from 1-alpha while waiting for the epiV to kick in...
 
PalmFist said:
If you feel up for it run the 1-alpha for 60. Make sure to cross bridge the epiV though because you definitely don't want to crash from 1-alpha while waiting for the epiV to kick in...
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agreed
and i'll even say: don't let your decision linger on if you get picked for that promo stack, whether you do 30 or 60 day run
i won't let that interfere with our decision ;)
 
snagencyV2.0 said:
agreed
and i'll even say: don't let your decision linger on if you get picked for that promo stack, whether you do 30 or 60 day run
i won't let that interfere with our decision ;)
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I'm trying to see if I hold the epi-v for later in the year and go straight bulk for the remainder.I would like to get to 225 and be at or around 15% bf and then do the cutting phase in proper fashion. I'm learning by watching and reading all you guys. I'm thinking this may be something I would switch plans for. So cycle will still be 60 days just might do 4 bottles of 1 Alpha instead of the 2 and the epi-v. Still weighing options. Ordering two more 1 alpha just in case.
 
Rush954 said:
I'm trying to see if I hold the epi-v for later in the year and go straight bulk for the remainder.I would like to get to 225 and be at or around 15% bf and then do the cutting phase in proper fashion. I'm learning by watching and reading all you guys. I'm thinking this may be something I would switch plans for. So cycle will still be 60 days just might do 4 bottles of 1 Alpha instead of the 2 and the epi-v. Still weighing options. Ordering two more 1 alpha just in case.
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Don't lie, you know you're gonna do it! Lol
 
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