Transformation With CreaDyl and NO-Beta - A Detailed Log

[zgriggs]

Like many other users, I have decided to participate in the Double-T 10-Week Challenge where I will be using CreaDyl and NO-Beta for 10-Weeks in hopes of making dramatic changes to my body.


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My main goal is to put on as much muscle as possible while taking CreaDyl and NO-Beta, and if I happen to drop in body fat, that would be a plus.

Supplements I Will Be Taking
- CreaDyl
- NO-Beta
- Animal Pak
- Animal Flex
- Myofusion Protein
- Muscle Juice Protein (For Weight Gain)

Now, over the next 10-Weeks I will be keeping this log updated with my daily workout routine, along with picture updates, and body measurements. I will also be rating CreaDyl and NO-Beta on the following criteria:

Taste (CreaDyl Only Since NO-Beta is in Pill Form)
Mixability (Again, CreaDyl Only)
Energy
Stamina
Pumps
Recovery
Side-Effects

The day I started using CreaDyl and NO-Beta was yesterday, January 11th, 2010. I will update this log later in the day once I gather all my information and images, and I will also be updating my BodySpace with the images needed for the contest.

Any comments or advice is much appreciated, and I hope those of you reading this log find it very informative.

[longhorns_p]

I'm in for this, GL! :cool:

Let me know if you have any questions :D

[jordansrt]

Like many other users, I have decided to participate in the Double-T 10-Week Challenge where I will be using CreaDyl and NO-Beta for 10-Weeks in hopes of making dramatic changes to my body.

My main goal is to put on as much muscle as possible while taking CreaDyl and NO-Beta, and if I happen to drop in body fat, that would be a plus.

Supplements I Will Be Taking
- CreaDyl
- NO-Beta
- Animal Pak
- Animal Flex
- Myofusion Protein
- Muscle Juice Protein (For Weight Gain)

Now, over the next 10-Weeks I will be keeping this log updated with my daily workout routine, along with picture updates, and body measurements. I will also be rating CreaDyl and NO-Beta on the following criteria:

Taste (CreaDyl Only Since NO-Beta is in Pill Form)
Mixability (Again, CreaDyl Only)
Energy
Stamina
Pumps
Recovery
Side-Effects

The day I started using CreaDyl and NO-Beta was yesterday, January 11th, 2010. I will update this log later in the day once I gather all my information and images, and I will also be updating my BodySpace with the images needed for the contest.

Any comments or advice is much appreciated, and I hope those of you reading this log find it very informative.

Since you are taking both i would take my 6 no-beta and wash it down with 1.5 scoops of creadyl. seems to work great for most this way

[longhorns_p]

Since you are taking both i would take my 6 no-beta and wash it down with 1.5 scoops of creadyl. seems to work great for most this way

This.

You could even start with a lower dose of Creadyl too, I've used only 1 scoop for a while now and its worked great. If I really need an extra boost then I'll use 1.5 scoops, but its pretty rare

[zgriggs]

Do you guys down your CreaDyl before you workout, or do you drink it before and during?

I ask because it says to drink it before and during on the packaging, so thats what I have been doing.

[zgriggs]

Here are the images I took yesterday for the start of the contest. Also listed are my measurements.

Weight = 185.4 lbs
Body Fat = 20.5 %

Arms = 12.5 inches
Forearms = 11.5 inches
Chest = 38.25 inches
Shoulders = 46 inches
Waist = 37 inches
Hips = 37.5 inches
Thighs = 22 inches
Calves = 14.5 inches
Neck = 16 inches

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[fitlover]

It's fine to take the CD before and during. :)

You look great!! Just very serious, hehe. I see good things in store for you. :)

[zgriggs]

It's fine to take the CD before and during. :)

You look great!! Just very serious, hehe. I see good things in store for you. :)

Thanks! Just wish my stomach was in better shape. My rib-cage is huge though, so really my chest needs to be built up and my abs need to be worked. DoubleT should help with that!

[zgriggs]

Alright, as I said before I started taking CreaDyl and NO-Beta yesterday, so I will go ahead and post my workouts from yesterday and my experience with the Double-T products.

30 Minutes Pre-Workout
- 6 NO-Beta Pills

Pre & Intra Workout
- 1 Scoop CreaDyl mixed with 20oz./Water

Morning Workout (Chest)

* Incline Bench Press
--Set 1 (70 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (90 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (90 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 4 (90 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 5 (90 lbs / 6 reps)

* Pec-Deck Flye
--Set 1 (135 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (135 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (135 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (135 lbs / 8 reps)

* Bench Press
--Set 1 (70 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (90 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 3 (90 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (90 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 5 (90 lbs / 6 reps)

* Incline Dumbbell Press
--Set 1 (30 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (35 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (40 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (40 lbs / 8 reps)

NOTE: Right around when I started the Incline Dumbbell Press I started to have some extreme stomach discomfort. Bad enough that I called it quits and headed back to my house. At this time I decided this was a product of something I ate the previous evening.

Thoughts: Due to the stomach discomfort, I really did not get a chance to evaluate how I felt during the workout. Although I felt much better that evening, so I went back to the gym to try and give my chest another workout. So here is the second workout of the day.

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30 Minutes Pre-Workout
- 6 NO-Beta Pills

Pre & Intra Workout
- 1 Scoop CreaDyl mixed with 20oz./Water

Evening Workout (Chest)

* 15 Minute Warm-Up on Elliptical (150 BPM)

* Pec-Deck Flye
--Set 1 (135 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (135 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (135 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (135 lbs / 6 reps)

* Machine Bench Press
--Set 1 (80 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (80 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (80 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (80 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 5 (80 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 6 (80 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 7 (80 lbs / 6 reps)
Note: 7 sets, I was really feeling good right now. I felt like I could go all night.

* Machine Incline Press
--Set 1 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (90 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (100 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (100 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 5 (100 lbs / 7 reps)

* Dumbbell Press
--Set 1 (30 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (40 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (40 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (40 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 5 (40 lbs / 7 reps)

* 6 Minutes on Rowing Machine

* 23 Minutes on Elliptical (140 BPM)

Thoughts: Felt really good during this workout. No stomach discomfort, so I really think it was something I ate. I had plenty of gas left in the tank, but since I had worked my chest some earlier that morning I did not want to risk over-working my chest. I also felt like I was a lot stronger, like I could have easily gone up in weight for each one of my lifts.

Taste: 10/10 (Not what I expected from the Lemon Line CreaDyl, it had more of a creamy taste to it, but it was certainly good.)

Mixability: 9.5/10 (Seems to be just a small amount that settles in the bottom of my mixer. Plus there is a small foam build-up when you shake it up, but it goes away really quickly)

Energy: 9/10 (For now just a 9 since I really did not get a chance to find out since I had my workout broken up into two parts this day.)

Stamina: 9/10 (Did not spend a lot of time in the cardio area, but while I was there I felt in the zone, like I could go for days. So I am anxious to see where my stamina is on days I really push cardio.)

Pumps: ?/10 (I don't like to judge Pumps until I have had an Arm day. The Arms are what really tell me when something gives me a good pump.

Recovery: ?/10 (Nothing to report yet since this was the first day using CreaDyl and NO-Beta)

Side-Effects: 9/10 (For now I don't think my stomach discomfort was caused by these products, so I give this category a 9, but still could change, we will see.)

[zgriggs]

DAY 2

Follow-Up: I felt good today, my chest was a little sore from my workout yesterday, so at least I know I gave it somewhat of a workout.

NOTE: Today I am working out in the evening, so I took my first dose of CreaDyl on an empty stomach this morning. I mixed it with about 20oz. of water and downed it in about 5 minutes or so. Shortly after I started to get really hot and my upper body (arms, chest, back, and head) all turned bright red. It was like I had broken out in hives or something. No itching sensation, but I felt really warm. The warmth lasted for about 20 minutes, and my skin did not turn back to its normal color until about 1 hour later. Any thoughts? This did not happen yesterday, or during my workout tonight, so I am thinking because I drank it all in 5 minutes might have been the reason?

30 Minutes Pre-Workout
-6 NO-Beta Pills
-1 Scoop MyoFusion

Pre & Intra Workout
-1 Scoop CreaDyl w/20oz. Water

Workout (Legs)

* 6 Minutes on Bike (130 BPM)

* Leg Press w/Calf Press In Between Sets
--Set 1 (130 lbs / 12 reps) Calves (130 lbs / 30 reps)
--Set 2 (180 lbs / 10 reps) Calves (180 lbs / 30 reps)
--Set 3 (180 lbs / 10 reps) Calves (180 lbs / 25 reps)
--Set 4 (200 lbs / 8 reps) Calves (200 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 5 (200 lbs / 7 reps)

* Smith Machine Squat
--Set 1 (110 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (130 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 3 (140 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (140 lbs / 6 reps)

* Calf Raises
--Set 1 (90 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 2 (140 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (140 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (140 lbs / 10 reps)

* Leg Curls
--Set 1 (70 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 2 (70 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 3 (60 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (60 lbs / 6 reps)

* Leg Extensions
--Set 1 (105 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (135 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (150 lbs / 8 reps)

* Horizontal Calf Extensions
--Set 1 (210 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 2 (250 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 3 (270 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 4 (290 lbs / 20 reps)

* Machine Ab Crunch
--Set 1 (110 lbs / 25 reps)
--Set 2 (110 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 3 (110 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 4 (110 lbs / 20 reps)

* 6 Minutes on Bike (130 BPM)

* Oblique Crunches
--Set 1 (20 reps each side)
--Set 2 (20 reps each side)
--Set 3 (15 reps each side)

Post-Workout
-1 Scoop of MyoFusion

Thoughts: Oh my god! I felt like I could lift the world tonight. I tried to control myself because I would hate to risk injury, but I felt like I could have worked my legs all night with more weight than what I used. I think I may have trouble walking tomorrow, not sure :-).

Taste: 10/10

Mixability: 9.5/10

Energy: 10/10 (Moving up in the world. I felt full of energy, and not that jittery energy you get from some stuff, I felt focused, in control, and ready to do work for as long as I needed)

Stamina: 9/10 (Nothing really to report other than I never got tired through my workout. I should probably test my cardio sometime soon.)

Pumps: ?/10 (Tomorrow is Arm day, so I will report on the pumps then.)

Recovery: ?/10 (Still a question mark for me, let me see how my legs feel tomorrow.)

Side-Effects: 5/10 (I did not like what happened when I took that morning dose, as I mentioned above. We will see if it happens again.)

[fitlover]

The discolored skin is quite common in the beginning - did you take it on an empty stomach?

[zgriggs]

The discolored skin is quite common in the beginning - did you take it on an empty stomach?

I did. I am taking a dose now on an empty stomach, so we will see if it happens again.

Other than that I am REALLY pleased with this stack so far. I feel like I have unlimited energy and strength in the gym. I see good things coming from using these products.

[jordansrt]

DAY 2

Follow-Up: I felt good today, my chest was a little sore from my workout yesterday, so at least I know I gave it somewhat of a workout.

NOTE: Today I am working out in the evening, so I took my first dose of CreaDyl on an empty stomach this morning. I mixed it with about 20oz. of water and downed it in about 5 minutes or so. Shortly after I started to get really hot and my upper body (arms, chest, back, and head) all turned bright red. It was like I had broken out in hives or something. No itching sensation, but I felt really warm. The warmth lasted for about 20 minutes, and my skin did not turn back to its normal color until about 1 hour later. Any thoughts? This did not happen yesterday, or during my workout tonight, so I am thinking because I drank it all in 5 minutes might have been the reason?

30 Minutes Pre-Workout
-6 NO-Beta Pills
-1 Scoop MyoFusion

Pre & Intra Workout
-1 Scoop CreaDyl w/20oz. Water

Workout (Legs)

* 6 Minutes on Bike (130 BPM)

* Leg Press w/Calf Press In Between Sets
--Set 1 (130 lbs / 12 reps) Calves (130 lbs / 30 reps)
--Set 2 (180 lbs / 10 reps) Calves (180 lbs / 30 reps)
--Set 3 (180 lbs / 10 reps) Calves (180 lbs / 25 reps)
--Set 4 (200 lbs / 8 reps) Calves (200 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 5 (200 lbs / 7 reps)

* Smith Machine Squat
--Set 1 (110 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (130 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 3 (140 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (140 lbs / 6 reps)

* Calf Raises
--Set 1 (90 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 2 (140 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (140 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (140 lbs / 10 reps)

* Leg Curls
--Set 1 (70 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 2 (70 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 3 (60 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (60 lbs / 6 reps)

* Leg Extensions
--Set 1 (105 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (135 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (150 lbs / 8 reps)

* Horizontal Calf Extensions
--Set 1 (210 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 2 (250 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 3 (270 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 4 (290 lbs / 20 reps)

* Machine Ab Crunch
--Set 1 (110 lbs / 25 reps)
--Set 2 (110 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 3 (110 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 4 (110 lbs / 20 reps)

* 6 Minutes on Bike (130 BPM)

* Oblique Crunches
--Set 1 (20 reps each side)
--Set 2 (20 reps each side)
--Set 3 (15 reps each side)

Post-Workout
-1 Scoop of MyoFusion

Thoughts: Oh my god! I felt like I could lift the world tonight. I tried to control myself because I would hate to risk injury, but I felt like I could have worked my legs all night with more weight than what I used. I think I may have trouble walking tomorrow, not sure :-).

Taste: 10/10

Mixability: 9.5/10

Energy: 10/10 (Moving up in the world. I felt full of energy, and not that jittery energy you get from some stuff, I felt focused, in control, and ready to do work for as long as I needed)

Stamina: 9/10 (Nothing really to report other than I never got tired through my workout. I should probably test my cardio sometime soon.)

Pumps: ?/10 (Tomorrow is Arm day, so I will report on the pumps then.)

Recovery: ?/10 (Still a question mark for me, let me see how my legs feel tomorrow.)

Side-Effects: 5/10 (I did not like what happened when I took that morning dose, as I mentioned above. We will see if it happens again.)

You are getting the niacin flush and probaly feeling the beta alanine working, perfectly normal.

[zgriggs]

You are getting the niacin flush and probaly feeling the beta alanine working, perfectly normal.

Does this eventually stop? Just finished my morning dose and again, really hot in my upper body slightly red.

If it never goes away, I am just going to pump out some push-ups whenever I am taking it without working out. Every time I work out I never had this problem.

[zgriggs]

Day 3

Took a rest day. I have been off my sleeping schedule, so I did not get to bed till real late last night, which means I missed my early morning wake-up call, and it is impossible to get in a workout at my gym at night. So many people show up just to stand around and take up space, really pisses me off.

Anyways, first dose I had the same issue with getting really hot and turning red, although I did not have this issue for the evening dose.

Tomorrow will be Arms and Shoulders for me, so I will have a lot to report tomorrow since Arms are probably my favorite workout.

[fitlover]

It happens, your body will get used to it eventually.

Have a good workout today!

[zgriggs]

DAY 4

NOTE: Sleep schedule is still off, having trouble sleeping at night because I've been sleeping so late, because I can't get to sleep at night, lol. Terrible cycle which I will fix this weekend when I don't have places to be.

30 Minutes Pre-Workout
-6 NO-Beta Pills
-1 Scoop MyoFusion

Pre & Intra Workout
-1 Scoop CreaDyl w/20oz. Water

Workout (Arms and Shoulders)

NOTE: Bicep and Tricep exercises are done as super-sets.

* Standing Alternating Dumbbell Curls
--Set 1 (30 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (30 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (30 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 4 (30 lbs / 7 reps)

* Standing Dumbbell Tricep Extension
--Set 1 (40 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 2 (40 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 3 (40 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (40 lbs / 10 reps)

* Standing Dumbbell Press
--Set 1 (30 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (30 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (30 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 4 (30 lbs / 6 reps)

* Crossbody Hammer Curls
--Set 1 (30 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (30 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (30 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (30 lbs / 7 reps)

* Lying Down Tricep Extensions
--Set 1 (20 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (20 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (20 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (20 lbs / 8 reps)

* Dumbbell Shoulder Raise
--Set 1 (15 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (15 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (15 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (15 lbs / 8 reps)

* EZ-Bar Curl
--Set 1 (55 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (55 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 3 (55 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (55 lbs / 6 reps)

* Tricep Dumbbell Kickback
--Set 1 (10 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (15 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (15 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (15 lbs / 10 reps)

* EZ-Bar Upright Row
--Set 1 (55 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (55 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (55 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (55 lbs / 6 reps)

Post-Workout
-1 Scoop of MyoFusion

Thoughts: A solid workout, felt good, but I felt a little drained. As state earlier, my sleep schedule is all messed up, and last night I got maybe 4 hours of sleep, so I have been dragging all day. Other than that, I had a good, focused workout.

Taste: 10/10

Mixability: 9.5/10

Energy: 10/10 (Felt great during the workout.)

Stamina: 9/10 (Nothing really to report other than I never got tired through my workout. I should probably test my cardio sometime soon.)

Pumps: 10/10 (Excellent pumps. My arms felt huge today, and measured at 13.25 inches, up from 12.5 inches resting. A really nice pump.)

Recovery: 10/10 (Recovery seems to be excellent while taking this stack. My legs have felt great the past two days since I worked them, and I am ready to hit them hard again tomorrow.)

Side-Effects: 5/10 (Still getting hot and red when I take the CreaDyl without doing anything else. Seems to be lessening up though, so maybe it will stop after a few more doses.)

[zgriggs]

HULK SMASH!!!!

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DAY 5

NOTE: My dose of CreaDyl by itself did not cause me to get hot or break-out today. Maybe my body is used to it?

30 Minutes Pre-Workout
-6 NO-Beta Pills
-1 Scoop MyoFusion

Pre & Intra Workout
-1.5 Scoops CreaDyl w/20oz. Water

Workout (Legs)

NOTE: Went for some heavy weight and lower reps today for my Squat and Leg Press. Felt really good.

* 6 Minute Warm-Up on Elliptical

* Smith Machine Squat
--Set 1 (110 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (110 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (160 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 4 (160 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 5 (160 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 6 (160 lbs / 5 reps)

* Standing Calf Raise
--Set 1 (160 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 2 (160 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 3 (160 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 4 (160 lbs / 20 reps)

* Leg Press
--Set 1 (200 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (250 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 3 (240 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (220 lbs / 6 reps)

* Leg Extensions
--Set 1 (110 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (150 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (170 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (190 lbs / 8 reps)

* Seated Leg Curls
--Set 1 (110 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (110 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (110 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (110 lbs / 8 reps)

* Horizontal Calf Press
--Set 1 (270 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 2 (270 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 3 (270 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 4 (270 lbs / 10 reps)

Post-Workout
-1 Scoop of MyoFusion

Thoughts: A really good workout for me. I don't like working legs, I find it boring, and I usually never do heavy weight with low reps to failure. But today I was focused, ready to go and push myself to get those last reps that I normally would not attempt in a leg workout.

Taste: 10/10

Mixability: 9.5/10

Energy: 10/10 (Felt great during the workout.)

Stamina: 9/10

Pumps: 10/10

Recovery: 10/10

Side-Effects: 7/10 (Did not get hot or break-out today, so I have gave this area a few more points. We will see over the next few days if I experience those effects again.

[Back Double Biceps18]

Great workouts brah, looks like you're already starting to see some nice effects from the product. Keep up the good work

[longhorns_p]

Do you guys down your CreaDyl before you workout, or do you drink it before and during?

I ask because it says to drink it before and during on the packaging, so thats what I have been doing.

I drink mine pre-workout like you've been doing.

Usually sip on a BCAA product like Glutacene during the workout.

Also that hotness and uncomfortable feeling was just a niacin flush with a little beta-alanine tingling thrown into the mix. Its probably because you took it on a completely empty stomach. Your body will get used to it quickly, its perfectly normal

[zgriggs]

I drink mine pre-workout like you've been doing.

Usually sip on a BCAA product like Glutacene during the workout.

Also that hotness and uncomfortable feeling was just a niacin flush with a little beta-alanine tingling thrown into the mix. Its probably because you took it on a completely empty stomach. Your body will get used to it quickly, its perfectly normal

Yeah, I think I am already getting used to it. I did not get the niacin flush today, so I hope I am passed that.

[fitlover]

Hey! How's it going today?

[zgriggs]

Hey! How's it going today?

Giving my body a rest day, after hitting my legs hard it probably needs it. Trying to maximize growth. I will probably be switching up my routine tomorrow to incorporate more heavy lifting, limiting my reps and what not.

Good new is that I think I have my sleep schedule fixed, so I should be able to make my early morning workouts as originally planned. I really need to get in the habit of working out in the morning.

Another positive is that both doses of creadyl today were taken on an empty stomach and NO niacin flush, so it looks like I might be passed that stage.

[zgriggs]

For those following the conversation going back and forth about the niacin flush, it seems to hit me hard if I wake up and drink some creadyl first thing. Although if I drink it between meals, it doesn't hit me at all. This is something one can easily work around. So if you want to avoid the very uncomfortable niacin flush, try taking your solo-dose between meals and not when you first wake up.

ANOTHER NOTE: I am very pleased with my first week using CreaDyl and NO-Beta, so I have already placed an order for a few more tubs of CreaDyl so I will be sure not to run out.

[fitlover]

Good to see you like the shtuff :D And also good to hear you're back on a better sleeping schedule...I need to get mine back in order!

[zgriggs]

Good to see you like the shtuff :D And also good to hear you're back on a better sleeping schedule...I need to get mine back in order!

Yeah, it was terrible. One sleepless night threw me off for the whole week. I needed my weekend to reboot.

My gym here is SO crowded at night you can't get anything done. Everyone just stands around talking and not doing work, really annoying. In the morning there is next to no one lifting, and those who are, are actually doing work.

It kind of sucks during the weekend though, because the gym doesn't open until 9am on Saturday, and 12pm on Sunday, so that kind of throws me off from my usual workout time also.

Oh well.

[zgriggs]

DAY 7

NOTE: Approached my workout a little different today. I really focused on the negative portion of my lifts, so I had to lower my weight to pump out the reps I did. Felt really good, and we will see tomorrow whether or not I worked my muscles hard enough.

30 Minutes Pre-Workout
-6 NO-Beta Pills

Pre & Intra Workout
-1.5 Scoops CreaDyl w/20oz. Water

Workout (Chest and Back)

* Pec-Deck Flye
--Set 1 (135 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (150 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (150 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 4 (150 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 5 (150 lbs / 6 reps)

* Smith Machine Incline Press
--Set 1 (90 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (100 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 3 (100 lbs / 4 reps)
--Set 4 (90 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 5 (90 lbs / 5 reps)

* Machine Bench Press
--Set 1 (90 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 2 (90 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 3 (80 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (80 lbs / 6 reps)

* Machine Lateral Row
--Set 1 (100 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (120 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (120 lbs / 8 reps)

* Deadlift
--Set 1 (185 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 2 (185 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 3 (185 lbs / 6 reps)

* Straight Arm Pulldown
--Set 1 (37 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (37 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (37 lbs / 8 reps)

* Seated Cable Row
--Set 1 (55 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (55 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (55 lbs / 10 reps)

Post-Workout
-1 Scoop of MyoFusion

Thoughts: Good workout. I am curious to see how focusing on the negative hits me tomorrow morning. I feel like I got in a good workout, but there is a part of me that feels I did not do enough, so I am not sure. CreaDyl and NO-Beta still working well, I am very pleased.

Taste: 10/10

Mixability: 9.5/10

Energy: 10/10 (Felt great during the workout.)

Stamina: 9/10

Pumps: 10/10

Recovery: 10/10

Side-Effects: 7/10 (Still got the niacin flush, but it seems to only happen if I take a dose first thing in the morning on an empty stomach. If I take it between meals, it doesn't seem to hit me at all.)

[apdunshiz]

Looks great! Keep At it!

[zgriggs]

Looks great! Keep At it!

Thanks man, looking to step it up a notch in the upcoming workouts, so keep a lookout.

[fitlover]

Have you tried incorporating more free weights instead of machine work into your routines? Just a thought.

[zgriggs]

Have you tried incorporating more free weights instead of machine work into your routines? Just a thought.

Funny you should bring that up. I usually do free weights, and I just recently got on the smith machine because I am trying to get my body used to doing the heavy lifts again, like Bench, Squat, Deadlift, etc etc. Now that I have hit those a few times I am jumping back on to the free weights. Another reason I have been hitting the machines is because I've been hitting the gym at night, and all the new years resolution people are crowding the free weights section, so it is impossible to get in a solid workout. At least the machine area is less crowded, so I can get in a good workout there.

Anyways, I'm back to morning workouts. Gym was closed today, but I'll be back in there tomorrow hitting the free weights :-D.

NOTE: Not sure how crowded everyone's gym is, but maybe I'll get a picture on my phone and post it. It is crazy how crowded it is, and mainly because people just stand around.

[zgriggs]

DAY 8

NOTE: My gym is closed today, so I had to settle for a dumbbell workout at my house. My arms were a little fatigued from yesterday, but I hit them hard, trying to squeeze during every rep. Really got a good pump going and my arms feel great. May not seem like much, but the squeezing of the muscles really tired my arms out.

Also, drank my CreaDyl before my workout today. No difference as far as I can tell. I will drink it before my workout a few more times to see if there is any difference in the way I feel during my workouts.

30 Minutes Pre-Workout
-6 NO-Beta Pills
-1.5 Scoops CreaDyl w/20oz. Water

Workout (Biceps, Triceps, and Shoulders)

NOTE: I alternate exercises for each set on this one. So I go from one lift to the next for each set, then start over. I have the workout grouped into two parts. The first 3 lifts, then the second 3 lifts.

* Alternating Dumbbell Curls
--Set 1 (30 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (30 lbs / 9 reps)
--Set 3 (30 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (30 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 5 (30 lbs / 8 reps)

* Lying Tricep Extension
--Set 1 (20 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (20 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (20 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (20 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 5 (20 lbs / 10 reps)

* Standing Dumbbell Press
--Set 1 (30 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (30 lbs / 9 reps)
--Set 3 (30 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (30 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 5 (30 lbs / 8 reps)

---Part 2---

* Cross Body Hammer Curls
--Set 1 (30 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (30 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (30 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (30 lbs / 8 reps)

* Alternating Dumbbell Raise
--Set 1 (15 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (15 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (15 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (15 lbs / 8 reps)

* Standing Tricep Extension
--Set 1 (40 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (40 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (40 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (40 lbs / 10 reps)

Post-Workout
-1.5 Scoops of MyoFusion

Thoughts: Got a good pump this workout, but motivation is not as high when I am forced to workout in my house. Gym back open tomorrow, so at least it was just one day.

Taste: 10/10

Mixability: 9.5/10

Energy: 10/10 (Felt great during the workout.)

Stamina: 9/10

Pumps: 10/10

Recovery: 10/10

Side-Effects: 7/10

[fitlover]

Funny you should bring that up. I usually do free weights, and I just recently got on the smith machine because I am trying to get my body used to doing the heavy lifts again, like Bench, Squat, Deadlift, etc etc. Now that I have hit those a few times I am jumping back on to the free weights. Another reason I have been hitting the machines is because I've been hitting the gym at night, and all the new years resolution people are crowding the free weights section, so it is impossible to get in a solid workout. At least the machine area is less crowded, so I can get in a good workout there.

Anyways, I'm back to morning workouts. Gym was closed today, but I'll be back in there tomorrow hitting the free weights :-D.

NOTE: Not sure how crowded everyone's gym is, but maybe I'll get a picture on my phone and post it. It is crazy how crowded it is, and mainly because people just stand around.

Well that's good! As long as you're slowly getting back into free weights more :D

And ohhh man, my gym is CROWDED! And you're right, they all just stand around...annoying as hell...

Sometimes I like going slightly lighter on arms, and just focusing on really PEAK contractions...it's brutal!! :D

[zgriggs]

Well that's good! As long as you're slowly getting back into free weights more :D

Yeah, I was hitting the free weights all the time, but I didn't want to jump back into doing heavy weight on my bench and squat until I hit the Smith Machine first. I'm without a training partner, so the last thing I want is to injure myself.


And ohhh man, my gym is CROWDED! And you're right, they all just stand around...annoying as hell...

Yeah, I mean I know people have to start somewhere, but if you are going to show up at a gym, come to do work, not stand around bull****ting with your buddies.



Sometimes I like going slightly lighter on arms, and just focusing on really PEAK contractions...it's brutal!! :D

Oh yeah, you wouldn't think it but doing that every now and then can really work your muscles to the point of pure exhaustion. Great feeling!

------

So I felt really tired today, kind of weak, so I thought a day off was in order. I have been following a '2 day on, 1 day off' routine anyways, so why not? But tomorrow I am switching over to a '3 day on, 1 day off' routine and switching up the muscles I work a little. I'll try and follow the following routine for a while.

Day 1: Legs (Cardio Optional)
Day 2: Chest and Arms (Rowing Machine After)
Day 3: Back and Shoulders (Rowing Machine After)
Day 4: Off
..Then Repeat..

I'm switching to this so I can focus on heavy lifting for my big muscle groups, and then get a little work in my smaller muscle areas, like Biceps, Triceps, and Shoulders. I believe this might be a more optimal routine for me to gain some serious size.

NOTE: I can't really tell yet, but I think I may be one of those people whos' back grows faster than their chest. I'll find out soon enough.

[zgriggs]

DAY 10

NOTE: Back to the free weights today. Now that I am up and moving in the morning, the free weights section is not crowded, so very easy to get work done.

I did change up what I said yesterday, Leg day is now day 2 of the split, chest has been moved to day 1.

Sleep: 6 hours (But got an extra 2 after my workout.)

Music: Five Finger Death Punch (Can really get me in the mood to lift some weight)

30 Minutes Pre-Workout
-6 NO-Beta Pills
-1.5 Scoops CreaDyl w/20oz. Water

Workout (Chest, Biceps, and Triceps)

NOTE: I will be increasing the weight for most of these lifts next time around.

* Barbell Bench Press
--Set 1 (85 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (85 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 3 (105 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (105 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 5 (105 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 6 (105 lbs / 8 reps)

* Pec-Deck Flye
--Set 1 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (135 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (135 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (135 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 5 (135 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 6 (135 lbs / 8 reps)

* Incline Dumbbell Press
--Set 1 (30 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (35 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (35 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (40 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 5 (40 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 6 (40 lbs / 8 reps)

* Incline Dumbbell Curls
--Set 1 (30 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 2 (30 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 3 (25 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (25 lbs / 6 reps)

* Short Barbell Curl
--Set 1 (35 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (40 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 3 (40 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 4 (40 lbs / 7 reps)

* Dumbbell Preacher Curls
--Set 1 (20 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (20 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (20 lbs / 8 reps)

* Lying Tricep Extension
--Set 1 (15 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (20 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (20 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (20 lbs / 8 reps)

* Standing Tricep Extension
--Set 1 (40 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (40 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 3 (40 lbs / 12 reps)

Post-Workout
-1.5 Scoops of MyoFusion

Thoughts: Good workout, and it felt great to get back on the free weights. Did not go as heavy as I could have, but I will slowly be increasing my weight each workout till I hit that magical number that makes me really work for those 5th and 6th reps.)

Taste: 10/10 (Taste is still great! I may try to sample of the Orange Cream flavor I have to see how that is.)

Mixability: 9.5/10 (Again, mixes better than anything I have ever tried, but there is still some white crystals at the bottom of my shaker that just wont dissolve.)

Energy: 10/10 (I was aware at the gym, but not FIRED up. Probably just from a little lack of sleep and working out in the morning again.)

Stamina: 9/10

Pumps: 10/10 (Still great pumps, but I have a hard time REALLY feeling it anywhere other than my arms.)

Recovery: 10/10 (Recovery still seems to be excellent.)

Side-Effects: 7/10 (Still get the niacin flush if I take my CreaDyl first thing in the morning on a completely empty stomach. It's kind of cool, but I could do without it.)

[fitlover]

How long do your workouts last, usually?

[zgriggs]

How long do your workouts last, usually?

Usually between 60 and 90 minutes. Yesterday's workout lasted about 75 minutes.

[zgriggs]

I need some advice. I have been bulking for a while now, at first very slowly, then over the past 2 months or so I have fluctuated between a serious bulking diet and a moderate one. Anyways, I kept telling myself once I hit 185 I would start to cut the fat, but I haven't been gaining anymore fat and I am right now about to break 190. Do you think I should start to cut the fat now, or keep going with my bulk?

DAY 11

NOTE: My stomach really started doing flips when I finished with my Squats. It felt like serious hunger pains and I could not get them to stop. Forgot my clif bar at home. Anyways, cut the workout a little short, but I am going to have to start eating a bit more before I workout even though I don't like working out on a full stomach.

Sleep: 5 hours (I really need to make it a point to be in bed early so I can get at least 7 hours of sleep. I can always take a nap later in the day, but I want at least 7 hours at night.)

Music: Three Days Grace

Duration: 50 minutes

30 Minutes Pre-Workout
-6 NO-Beta Pills
-1.5 Scoops CreaDyl w/20oz. Water
-1 banana

Workout (Legs (Quads))

NOTE: Really underestimated what I could squat in the rack. I started with some warm-up sets, then kept increasing my weight. I though for sure around 175 I would start pumping out between 6 and 8 reps, but I was still able to get 10 easily. Even at 195 I felt like I got to 10 with minimal effort. I'll be sure to up the weight next time.

* Barbell Squat
--Set 1 (115 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (135 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (155 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (175 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 5 (185 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 6 (195 lbs / 10 reps)

* Barbell Calf Raises
--Set 1 (195 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 2 (205 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 3 (225 lbs / 20 reps)

* Leg Press
--Set 1 (130 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (150 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (170 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (190 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 5 (210 lbs / 10 reps)

* Horizontal Calf Press
--Set 1 (230 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 2 (250 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 3 (250 lbs / 20 reps)

Post-Workout
-1.5 Scoops of MyoFusion

Thoughts: (Really pleased that I underestimated my squat, since it means I can pump out some heavier weighted squats that I thought was possible for me. Not happy with my overall performance though. As I said, stomach gave me a fit, which I believe was from lack of food, and my lack of sleep left me feeling sluggish.)

Taste: 10/10

Mixability: 9.5/10 (Again, mixes better than anything I have ever tried, but there is still some white crystals at the bottom of my shaker that just wont dissolve.)

Energy: 10/10 (I was happy to see that I don't get a false sense of energy on this. I was lacking in sleep today, and I felt it. I don't want a supplement to give me a false high like some do.)

Stamina: 9/10 (Need to test cardio soon, just not sure how hard I should hit it until I decide whether or not I will keep bulking.)

Pumps: 10/10 (Felt like I was getting a good pump in my quads and calves today, but again, cut the workout a little short.)

Recovery: 10/10 (Recovery still seems to be excellent.)

Side-Effects: 7/10 (Still get the niacin flush if I take my CreaDyl first thing in the morning on a completely empty stomach. It's kind of cool, but I could do without it.)

[fitlover]

To answer your question, it really depends...do you think you've put on enough mass for the moment? How do you like what's in the mirror? Do you want more size in certain areas?

If you're happy with your size, you could do a slow cut to reveal your hard-earned muscles even more :D If not, then keep bulking...I don't really go by #'s anymore, because muscle is denser than fat, so whether your 180 or 250, it just depends on what you look like.

[zgriggs]

To answer your question, it really depends...do you think you've put on enough mass for the moment? How do you like what's in the mirror? Do you want more size in certain areas?

If you're happy with your size, you could do a slow cut to reveal your hard-earned muscles even more :D If not, then keep bulking...I don't really go by #'s anymore, because muscle is denser than fat, so whether your 180 or 250, it just depends on what you look like.

I know I would look pretty good if I cut my fat now, but my overall goal is to be larger than what I am now. I don't like the size of my arms, and I am really trying to build up my chest as well. However, the small gut I have gained from bulking has got to go at some point. I would like to see my abs at some point.

So I guess I just need to make a choice and stick with it. I think that for now if I am not gaining anymore fat, maybe sticking to the bulk for a while longer won't be such a bad idea.

[zgriggs]

Got in some extra sleep this morning that my body was craving, so worked out in the evening.

DAY 12

Sleep: 10 hours (Like I said, got some extra sleep my body craved.)

Music: Lyfe Jennings

Duration: 90 minutes

30 Minutes Pre-Workout
-6 NO-Beta Pills
-1.5 Scoops CreaDyl w/20oz. Water
-1.5 Scoops MyoFusion

Workout (Back and Shoulders)

NOTE: I need to work in some pull-ups for my next back day.

* Machine Shoulder Shrugs
--Set 1 (135 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 2 (135 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 3 (185 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 4 (185 lbs / 12 reps)

* Barbell Bent Over Rows
--Set 1 (85 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (105 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (105 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (105 lbs / 7 reps)

* Deadlift
--Set 1 (125 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (175 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 3 (195 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (195 lbs / 4 reps)
--Set 5 (195 lbs / 4 reps)

* Straight-Arm Pulldown
--Set 1 (37.5 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (42.5 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (42.5 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (42.5 lbs / 8 reps)

* Reverse Pec-Deck Flyes
--Set 1 (115 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (100 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (100 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (100 lbs / 6 reps)

* Smith Machine Military Press
--Set 1 (40 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (60 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (70 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (90 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 5 (90 lbs / 5 reps)

* Standing Low-Pulley Deltoid Raise
--Set 1 (7.5 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (7.5 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (7.5 lbs / 10 reps)

* 20 Minutes on Elliptical

Post-Workout
-1 Scoop of MyoFusion

Thoughts: (Good workout, felt strong and energized.)

Taste: 10/10

Mixability: 9.5/10 (Again, mixes better than anything I have ever tried, but there is still some white crystals at the bottom of my shaker that just wont dissolve.)

Energy: 10/10 (Plenty of energy for todays workout.)

Stamina: 9/10 (Felt great for those 20 minutes on the elliptical, so I'll slowly be making my cardio sessions longer.)

Pumps: 10/10 (Felt like I was getting a good pump in my quads and calves today, but again, cut the workout a little short.)

Recovery: 10/10 (Recovery still seems to be excellent.)

Side-Effects: 7/10

[zgriggs]

Working on that recovery today.

Those deadlifts can really take a lot out of you. My back feels like it got a good workout yesterday, my shoulders as well. Deadlifts also do a number on your hands if you're not using gloves, chalk, or straps.

Anyways, looking forward to getting back to the gym tomorrow. Another Chest and Arm day, and I am looking to push my bench further than last time. Need to find that 5-6 rep max weight.

[fitlover]

Working on that recovery today.

Those deadlifts can really take a lot out of you. My back feels like it got a good workout yesterday, my shoulders as well. Deadlifts also do a number on your hands if you're not using gloves, chalk, or straps.

Anyways, looking forward to getting back to the gym tomorrow. Another Chest and Arm day, and I am looking to push my bench further than last time. Need to find that 5-6 rep max weight.

ohhh boy I know!! I tore my hand a little once when deadlifting...NOT cool!

Enjoy your rest :)

[zgriggs]

ohhh boy I know!! I tore my hand a little once when deadlifting...NOT cool!

Enjoy your rest :)

Thanks.

Well I usually weigh myself and measure my body fat first thing in the morning. I have one of those scales with the sensors on the feet, and the hand sensors to determine your body fat. Not sure how accurate it is, but I am sure it is close enough.

Anyways, just weighed myself, 190 lbs, and got my body fat. Well, looks like its time to change the diet. I cannot be having 22% body fat, so I am going to see what I can do about that.

[zgriggs]

DAY 14

Sleep: 9 hours

Music: Mix

Duration: 85 minutes

30 Minutes Pre-Workout
-6 NO-Beta Pills
-1.5 Scoops CreaDyl w/20oz. Water
-1 Scoop MyoFusion w/Milk
-1 Banana

Workout (Chest and Arms)

NOTE: The Dips killed me. By the time I got there I could not do a single dip without assistance. My Triceps were just dead.

* Bench Press (Could have probably knocked out one or two more reps on the last few sets, but without a spotter I won't risk it.)
--Set 1 (115 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (115 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (115 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 4 (115 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 5 (115 lbs / 6 reps)

* Pec-Deck Flye
--Set 1 (130 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (130 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (145 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (145 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 5 (145 lbs / 7 reps)

* Incline Dumbbell Press
--Set 1 (35 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (40 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (40 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (40 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 5 (40 lbs / 6 reps)

* Assisted Dips
--Set 1 (5 reps w/25 lb assist)
--Set 2 (6 reps w/40 lb assist)
--Set 3 (8 reps w/55 lb assist)
--Set 4 (8 reps w/55 lb assist)
--Set 5 (6 reps w/55 lb assist)

* Incline Dumbbell Curls
--Set 1 (25 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (30 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (30 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (30 lbs / 6 reps)

* Barbell Curls
--Set 1 (45 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (55 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 3 (55 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (55 lbs / 6 reps)

* Dumbbell Preacher Curls
--Set 1 (20 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (25 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (25 lbs / 10 reps)

* 15 Minutes on Elliptical

Post-Workout
-1 Scoop of MyoFusion

Thoughts: (Good workout, felt strong and energized.)

Taste: 10/10

Mixability: 9.5/10 (Again, mixes better than anything I have ever tried, but there is still some white crystals at the bottom of my shaker that just wont dissolve.)

Energy: 10/10 (Plenty of energy for todays workout.)

Stamina: 10/10 (Those first 5 to 10 minutes doing cardio are rough, but after that it is like I could go forever.)

Pumps: 10/10 (Really good pump in my triceps and biceps. I would like to feel more of a pump in my chest though.)

Recovery: 10/10 (Recovery still seems to be excellent.)

Side-Effects: 7/10

QUESTION: Do my workouts look good? I feel like I do enough, but would just like some input if anyone has any.

[zgriggs]

Thoughts So Far

Well, I have used up my first tub of CreaDyl (Not to worry though, I have two backup tubs ready to go), so I thought I would give my thoughts on the Double-T stack up to this point.

Taste: The taste of CreaDyl is absolutely amazing! I am referring to the Lemon Lime flavor, since I have yet to try Orange Cream. It has a creamy taste to it, which certainly does not hurt the taste at all. This is probably one of the better tasting supplements I have ever tried. 10/10

Mixability: CreaDyl mixes better than most other supplements I have tried. There always seems to be a small gathering of white crystals (sugar?) at the bottom of my mixer, but other than that it seems to mix quite nicely. After a quick shake there is a slight foamy build-up at the top, but that quickly goes away. 9.5/10

Energy: I seem to have plenty of energy for each one of my workouts, but it is not a false sense of energy. I was lacking some much needed sleep one workout, and I could tell, but I was still alert and able to complete my workout. So I really like that about this stack. It is more of a focused energy rather than some 'Red Bull' effect. 10/10

Stamina: I have yet to really put this to the test, and I am one of those people that really does not like cardio. My stamina on my own is generally pretty poor when it comes to running, but I can usually ride a bike all day long. Anyways, I have recently added cardio to the end of my workouts and the first 5-10 minutes are rough, but after that I feel like I could go for days. 9/10

Strength: It may be too early to really tell, but I feel like I am much strong in my lifts. I hit squats the other day and thought I would get 5 or 6 reps at 195 lbs, but I knocked out 10 reps with ease and could still go. So as of right now, strength is great and I hope to see if greater gains in that area as the weeks roll by. 10/10

Pumps: I get some great pumps when I am working my arms. My biceps and triceps really blow up, but I have a hard time getting a good pump (and keeping it) anywhere else. Can't say I can blame the stack for this though, since I get an excellent pump in my arms, I just think it is more difficult for me to get a good pump anywhere else. 9/10

Recovery: Recovery seems to be excellent. The next day after my workout I feel slightly sore, but the following days I feel great and ready to go again. I have no trouble going from workout to workout and giving it my all. 10/10

Side-Effects: The only side-effect I can mention is the niacin flush you get when you take CreaDyl on a completely empty stomach. So if I wake up and the first thing that goes into my body is a dose of CreaDyl, I get a real bad flush, my body heats up, turns all red, and I start to itch slightly. Sort of a cool feeling, but there is also the part of me that really doesn't like it. Although this is a most uncomfortable side-effect, it can be easily avoided by eating something before taking the CreaDyl. 8/10

Total: 75.5/80

As of right now I stand by this product. It seems to be working extremely well and I am very anxious to see what gains I actually make over the 10-week period.

One thing I will say is that this stack is slightly different from anything else I have tried. It is kind of hard to explain, but the best way I can describe it is on this stack I really don't FEEL anything. By that, I mean that when I have taken other supplements before, I can sort of feel them working in a way. A sudden boost in energy, or the urge to rip someones head off, things like that. But with CreaDyl and NO-Beta, it seems like it works in the background, silently assisting me in my everyday workout. If that makes any sense.

[drooks10]

Thoughts So Far

Well, I have used up my first tub of CreaDyl (Not to worry though, I have two backup tubs ready to go), so I thought I would give my thoughts on the Double-T stack up to this point.

Taste: The taste of CreaDyl is absolutely amazing! I am referring to the Lemon Lime flavor, since I have yet to try Orange Cream. It has a creamy taste to it, which certainly does not hurt the taste at all. This is probably one of the better tasting supplements I have ever tried. 10/10

Mixability: CreaDyl mixes better than most other supplements I have tried. There always seems to be a small gathering of white crystals (sugar?) at the bottom of my mixer, but other than that it seems to mix quite nicely. After a quick shake there is a slight foamy build-up at the top, but that quickly goes away. 9.5/10

Energy: I seem to have plenty of energy for each one of my workouts, but it is not a false sense of energy. I was lacking some much needed sleep one workout, and I could tell, but I was still alert and able to complete my workout. So I really like that about this stack. It is more of a focused energy rather than some 'Red Bull' effect. 10/10

Stamina: I have yet to really put this to the test, and I am one of those people that really does not like cardio. My stamina on my own is generally pretty poor when it comes to running, but I can usually ride a bike all day long. Anyways, I have recently added cardio to the end of my workouts and the first 5-10 minutes are rough, but after that I feel like I could go for days. 9/10

Strength: It may be too early to really tell, but I feel like I am much strong in my lifts. I hit squats the other day and thought I would get 5 or 6 reps at 195 lbs, but I knocked out 10 reps with ease and could still go. So as of right now, strength is great and I hope to see if greater gains in that area as the weeks roll by. 10/10

Pumps: I get some great pumps when I am working my arms. My biceps and triceps really blow up, but I have a hard time getting a good pump (and keeping it) anywhere else. Can't say I can blame the stack for this though, since I get an excellent pump in my arms, I just think it is more difficult for me to get a good pump anywhere else. 9/10

Recovery: Recovery seems to be excellent. The next day after my workout I feel slightly sore, but the following days I feel great and ready to go again. I have no trouble going from workout to workout and giving it my all. 10/10

Side-Effects: The only side-effect I can mention is the niacin flush you get when you take CreaDyl on a completely empty stomach. So if I wake up and the first thing that goes into my body is a dose of CreaDyl, I get a real bad flush, my body heats up, turns all red, and I start to itch slightly. Sort of a cool feeling, but there is also the part of me that really doesn't like it. Although this is a most uncomfortable side-effect, it can be easily avoided by eating something before taking the CreaDyl. 8/10

Total: 75.5/80

As of right now I stand by this product. It seems to be working extremely well and I am very anxious to see what gains I actually make over the 10-week period.

One thing I will say is that this stack is slightly different from anything else I have tried. It is kind of hard to explain, but the best way I can describe it is on this stack I really don't FEEL anything. By that, I mean that when I have taken other supplements before, I can sort of feel them working in a way. A sudden boost in energy, or the urge to rip someones head off, things like that. But with CreaDyl and NO-Beta, it seems like it works in the background, silently assisting me in my everyday workout. If that makes any sense.

Totally Agree!

[fitlover]

Pretty much nailed it! Though when I first started taking CreaDyl it sort of hit me right away, but it's probably because I wasn't used to taking pre-workout supplements before Double-T. I guess if you've taken other stuff in the past it has a different effect.

But I'm with you on the lemonlime - amazing!

[zgriggs]

Pretty much nailed it! Though when I first started taking CreaDyl it sort of hit me right away, but it's probably because I wasn't used to taking pre-workout supplements before Double-T. I guess if you've taken other stuff in the past it has a different effect.

But I'm with you on the lemonlime - amazing!

The first couple times I took CreaDyl it kind of hit me, but from there it just kind of moved to the background. But I still feel like it is certainly helping me with my workouts. I actually kind of like the idea that it works silently for me, everything feels natural when I'm in the gym.

[zgriggs]

DAY 16

Sleep: 6 hours (I need to do something about this. Waking up at 5 am is killing me because I can't get to sleep early enough at night. I have a hard time sleeping here anyways.)

Music: Five Finger Death Punch

Duration: 60 minutes

30 Minutes Pre-Workout
-6 NO-Beta Pills
-1.5 Scoops CreaDyl w/20oz. Water
-1.5 Scoops MyoFusion w/Milk and Yogurt

Workout (Legs (Quads))

NOTE: I never feel like I do enough on leg days, what do you guys think?

* Squat
--Set 1 (125 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (175 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (195 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (205 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 5 (215 lbs / 6 reps)

* Horizontal Calf Press
--Set 1 (230 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 2 (230 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 3 (230 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 4 (230 lbs / 20 reps)

* Leg Press
--Set 1 (190 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (210 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (220 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (230 lbs / 8 reps)

* Seated Calf Raises
--Set 1 (150 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 2 (150 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 3 (150 lbs / 20 reps)

* Leg Extensions
--Set 1 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (120 lbs / 10 reps)

Post-Workout
-1 Scoop of MyoFusion

Thoughts: (Good workout, felt good during my squats today. I think I can up the weight even more next time, but we will see. Kind of felt like my form was off a bit on my last set.)

Taste: 10/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

[fitlover]

Oh gosh I'm in the SAME boat! I'm up at 5 every morning, on only 6ish hours of sleep....NOT good!


I would throw in some Bulgarian split squats in there, or some sissy squats (NOTHING sissy about those, btw ;))

[zgriggs]

Oh gosh I'm in the SAME boat! I'm up at 5 every morning, on only 6ish hours of sleep....NOT good!


I would throw in some Bulgarian split squats in there, or some sissy squats (NOTHING sissy about those, btw ;))

Oh wow, I have never heard of a Sissy Squat before. Just looked it up on youtube and what a weird move.

[drooks10]

Oh wow, I have never heard of a Sissy Squat before. Just looked it up on youtube and what a weird move.

Sissy Squats will have you CRYING! Awesome way to finish a leg workout.

[zgriggs]

Sissy Squats will have you CRYING! Awesome way to finish a leg workout.

I'll have to give them a try at the end of my next leg workout.

[fitlover]

I'll have to give them a try at the end of my next leg workout.

Definitely do it!! Hold a plate to your chest after you get the movement down...absolutely BRUTAL.

[zgriggs]

DAY 17

Sleep: ? I slept till I felt like getting up today ?

Music: Mix

Duration: 90 minutes

30 Minutes Pre-Workout
-6 NO-Beta Pills
-1.5 Scoops CreaDyl w/20oz. Water
-1.5 Scoops MyoFusion

Workout (Back and Shoullders)

NOTE: I did not feel like lifting heavy today, so I basically just went to random machines that would work my back and shoulders.

* Machine Shoulder Press
--Set 1 (65 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (65 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (65 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (65 lbs / 8 reps)

* MTS Machine Rows
--Set 1 (110 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (110 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (110 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (110 lbs / 8 reps)

* Machine Front Pulldown
--Set 1 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (80 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (80 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (80 lbs / 8 reps)

* Machine Back Extensions
--Set 1 (130 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (145 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (145 lbs / 8 reps)

* Machine Side Lateral Raise
--Set 1 (65 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (70 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 3 (70 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (70 lbs / 10 reps)

* Standing Low-Pulley Deltoid Raise
--Set 1 (10 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (5 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (5 lbs / 10 reps)

* Straight Arm Pulldown
--Set 1 (32.5 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 2 (32.5 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 3 (32.5 lbs / 10 reps)

* Upright Cable Row
--Set 1 (37.5 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (42.5 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (42.5 lbs / 10 reps)

* Machine Shrugs
--Set 1 (115 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 2 (115 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 3 (115 lbs / 15 reps)

* 30 Minutes LISS Cardio

Post-Workout
-1 Scoop of MyoFusion

Thoughts: (Decent Workout, good cardio at the end)

Taste: 10/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80[/QUOTE]

[fitlover]

Wow, that's a lot of volume :eek:

[zgriggs]

Wow, that's a lot of volume :eek:

I guess, it came out to be around 24,000 lbs or so, but it did not seem to be that much. Is that too much? I just didn't seem to be working that hard because I was lifting light.

[drooks10]

I guess, it came out to be around 24,000 lbs or so, but it did not seem to be that much. Is that too much? I just didn't seem to be working that hard because I was lifting light.

How much rest were you taking between each set?

[zgriggs]

How much rest were you taking between each set?

Ah, not much, usually just enough time to pull my pen and paper out of my pocket to write down the number of reps I just did. Then randomly I would pause to sip on some CreaDyl or get a drink of water, so not a whole lot of rest.

[zgriggs]

Got an off day today. Reason being I will be gone all weekend, so tomorrow I will have an intense Chest and Arms day, followed by about 2 days of rest.

[zgriggs]

DAY 19

Sleep: 8 hours

Music: Five Finger Death Punch

Duration: 60 minutes

30 Minutes Pre-Workout
-6 NO-Beta Pills
-1 Scoop CreaDyl w/20oz. Water
-1 Scoop MyoFusion

Workout (Chest and Arms)

NOTE: It was an ok day, I think I could really use this weekend off. Glad I'm going out of town.

* Dumbbell Flyes
--Set 1 (20 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (20 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (20 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (20 lbs / 10 reps)

* Incline Press
--Set 1 (95 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (115 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 3 (115 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (115 lbs / 6 reps)

* Dips
--Set 1 (bw / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (bw / 6 reps)
--Set 3 (bw / 5 reps)
--Set 4 (bw / 6 reps)

* Cable Crossovers
--Set 1 (15 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (20 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (20 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (20 lbs / 10 reps)

* Barbell Curls
--Set 1 (55 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (55 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (55 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (55 lbs / 6 reps)

* Preacher Curls
--Set 1 (35 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (35 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (35 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (35 lbs / 8 reps)

Thoughts: (I need to find a better way to work my chest. My arms always seems to get the most out of this workout and I always feel like my chest is lacking.)

Taste: 10/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

[zgriggs]

Two solid days off, and I feel great. Time to get back to the gym first thing tomorrow. Looking forward to what I hope is a GREAT workout!

[zgriggs]

DAY 22: Chest, Triceps, and Shoulders

Sleep: 8 hours

Music: Rage Against The Machine

Duration: 70 minutes

30 Minutes Pre-Workout
-6 NO-Beta Pills
-1 Scoop CreaDyl w/20oz. Water
-1 Scoop MyoFusion
-1 Banana

Workout

NOTE: Felt great today, really energized after my 2 day get-away. I will say this though, why do people take up the Bench Press Benches to do dumbbell exercises when there are plenty of flat benches available specifically for dumbbell exercises? I should not of had to wait for a bench this morning.

* Pec-Deck Flye
--Set 1 (135 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (150 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (150 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (150 lbs / 8 reps)

* Incline Dumbbell Press
--Set 1 (40 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (40 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 3 (40 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (40 lbs / 10 reps)

* Bench Press
--Set 1 (115 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (115 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (115 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 4 (115 lbs / 4 reps)

* Straight Arm Dumbbell Pullover
--Set 1 (30 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (35 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (40 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (40 lbs / 10 reps)

* Cable Crossovers
--Set 1 (20 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (25 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (25 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (25 lbs / 6 reps)

* Cable One Arm Tricep Extension
--Set 1 (10 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 2 (15 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 3 (15 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (15 lbs / 10 reps)

* Tricep Rope Pushdown
--Set 1 (27.5 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (32.5 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (37.5 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (37.5 lbs / 10 reps)

* Standing Low Pulley Deltoid Raise
--Set 1 (7.5 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (7.5 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (7.5 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (7.5 lbs / 10 reps)

* Machine Shoulder Press
--Set 1 (100 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (100 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (100 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 4 (100 lbs / 5 reps)

Total Volume: 18,995 lbs

Thoughts: (Solid workout, felt great today.)

Taste: 10/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

[strength777]

looking forward to seeing some updated pics (no homo)

[zgriggs]

looking forward to seeing some updated pics (no homo)

Yeah, I am almost at the 28 day (4 week) mark, so I'll be taking some new pics then. I can't say I really see a difference myself, but I see myself every day. I also don't have a full body mirror, so it sucks to not be able to really scope out any gains.

I just hope I haven't accidentally over-trained, hindering my growth. I don't think I have, but I have been reading so much about over-training lately, it seems like something that really needs to be kept in check. I don't know.

[fitlover]

We'll be the judge of whether you made changes, which I'm sure you have ;) Looking forward to those pics!

[zgriggs]

We'll be the judge of whether you made changes, which I'm sure you have ;) Looking forward to those pics!

Thanks for the vote of confidence. And don't worry, I won't make you wait longer than you have to for those pics ;)

[drooks10]

In for pics! I'm sure you look awesome!

[zgriggs]

In for pics! I'm sure you look awesome!

Thanks Bro.

Now when I post these pics I want some serious criticism. If I have not gained in places where you think I should have gained, I need to know so I can make adjustments in my routine. Also if I have made good gains in some places, I need to know that as well so I can feel good about all my hard work :)

So keep it real everybody!

Also, I have not focused on Body Fat loss for this first 4 weeks, but I am right now dialing in my diet and everything so I can lower my body fat and get more ripped. So hopefully by the 8 week mark we will see some serious muscle definition compared to this 4 week mark.

Thanks Everybody for Your Support!

[fitlover]

Thanks Bro.

Now when I post these pics I want some serious criticism. If I have not gained in places where you think I should have gained, I need to know so I can make adjustments in my routine. Also if I have made good gains in some places, I need to know that as well so I can feel good about all my hard work :)

So keep it real everybody!

Also, I have not focused on Body Fat loss for this first 4 weeks, but I am right now dialing in my diet and everything so I can lower my body fat and get more ripped. So hopefully by the 8 week mark we will see some serious muscle definition compared to this 4 week mark.

Thanks Everybody for Your Support!

Sounds great!! Let me know if I can help with anything :)

[zgriggs]

DAY 23: Legs

Sleep: 9 hours

Music: Audioslave

Duration: 100 minutes

30 Minutes Pre-Workout
-6 NO-Beta Pills
-1 Scoop CreaDyl w/20oz. Water

Workout

NOTE: This was an amazing workout for me. Nuff said!

* Leg Press
--Set 1 (150 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (190 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (230 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (250 lbs / 7 reps)

* Leg Extensions
--Set 1 (100 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (140 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (160 lbs / 10 reps)

* Seated Leg Curls
--Set 1 (100 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (140 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (160 lbs / 6 reps)

* Horizontal Calf Press
--Set 1 (210 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 2 (250 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 3 (270 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 4 (290 lbs / 15 reps)

* Leg Press (Personal Record!!)
--Set 1 (250 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (270 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (290 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (310 lbs / 10 reps)

* Leg Extension
--Set 1 (160 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (180 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (200 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (200 lbs / 7 reps)

* Seated Leg Curls (Hamstrings did not feel right on the 2nd set, so I stopped)
--Set 1 (160 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (170 lbs / 6 reps)

* Seated Calf Raise
--Set 1 (150 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 2 (150 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 3 (150 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 4 (150 lbs / 15 reps)

* 25 Minutes LISS Cardio (Elliptical)

Total Volume: 67,630 lbs

Thoughts: (Again, an amazing workout for me today. I really hit my legs hard.)

Taste: 10/10 (Tried Orange Cream today, and it is just as amazing as Lemon Lime. Tastes like Orange Sherbert.)
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

[jovinni]

Solid workout man :)

[jordansrt]

DAY 23: Legs

Sleep: 9 hours

Music: Audioslave

Duration: 100 minutes

30 Minutes Pre-Workout
-6 NO-Beta Pills
-1 Scoop CreaDyl w/20oz. Water

Workout

NOTE: This was an amazing workout for me. Nuff said!

* Leg Press
--Set 1 (150 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (190 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (230 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (250 lbs / 7 reps)

* Leg Extensions
--Set 1 (100 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (140 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (160 lbs / 10 reps)

* Seated Leg Curls
--Set 1 (100 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (140 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (160 lbs / 6 reps)

* Horizontal Calf Press
--Set 1 (210 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 2 (250 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 3 (270 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 4 (290 lbs / 15 reps)

* Leg Press (Personal Record!!)
--Set 1 (250 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (270 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (290 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (310 lbs / 10 reps)

* Leg Extension
--Set 1 (160 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (180 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (200 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (200 lbs / 7 reps)

* Seated Leg Curls (Hamstrings did not feel right on the 2nd set, so I stopped)
--Set 1 (160 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (170 lbs / 6 reps)

* Seated Calf Raise
--Set 1 (150 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 2 (150 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 3 (150 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 4 (150 lbs / 15 reps)

* 25 Minutes LISS Cardio (Elliptical)

Total Volume: 67,630 lbs

Thoughts: (Again, an amazing workout for me today. I really hit my legs hard.)

Taste: 10/10 (Tried Orange Cream today, and it is just as amazing as Lemon Lime. Tastes like Orange Sherbert.)
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

Great rating and hard workout

[fitlover]

Nice workout, Zach!! Killin it!

[zgriggs]

DAY 25: Back & Biceps

Sleep: 7 hours

Music: Audioslave

Duration: 55 minutes

30 Minutes Pre-Workout
-6 NO-Beta Pills
-1 Scoop CreaDyl w/20oz. Water

Workout

NOTE: Went for heavy weight, lower volume today. PR on the Deadlift, so YAY!!! But damn do those DLs take a lot of energy out of you. I was super slow getting the rest of my lifts in after that, and I did not feel like doing any cardio after my workout.

* Deadlift (Personal Record!!)
--Set 1 (185 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 2 (205 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 3 (225 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 4 (245 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 5 (265 lbs / 5 reps)

* One-Arm Dumbbell Rows
--Set 1 (55 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (65 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (65 lbs / 8 reps)

* Chin-Ups
--Set 1 (bw / 6 reps)
--Set 2 (bw / 4 reps)
--Set 3 (bw / 4 reps)

* Barbell Curls
--Set 1 (65 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (75 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 3 (75 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (75 lbs / 5 reps)

Total Volume: 11,642 lbs

Thoughts: (I am really progressing in my heavy lifts. I am simply amazed at how strong I have become over the past month. Props to Double-T!!!)

Taste: 10/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80[/QUOTE]

[zgriggs]

I have to be out of town again this weekend, and I probably will not be back until late Sunday or first thing Monday. This means I will probably not be updating this log over the weekend, and I will also be without access to a gym, or any equipment.

I will attempt to get in some body weight exercises to avoid a 3 day period of doing no work at all.

I will also post 4 week progress pictures as soon as I get back.

[fitlover]

Enjoy your weekend, Zach!

[zgriggs]

Enjoy your weekend, Zach!

I will try, but without a gym I just don't see how that is possible ;p

Enjoy your weekend as well Christine!

[jordansrt]

no gym=no fun

[drooks10]

Have a good weekend, bro. Hit those push-ups and sit-ups.

[zgriggs]

4-Week Progress Photos

NOTE: During the first 4 weeks I did not want to focus on body fat loss, but I am hoping in the last 6 weeks I can get close to getting my abs visible.

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/02/08/22530771/gallerypic/1qx59j6ITyswJCDBNsxyaN9mDH1g7R274.jpeg

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/02/08/22530771/gallerypic/13xizHiC2ge0FrqJrptchVcrk2CYwH880.jpeg

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/02/08/22530771/gallerypic/1Fev56eMgIl8N2z4I10D3CKs8iB4E0326.jpeg

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/02/08/22530771/gallerypic/15VZXxjcw7bijRvmvoU0OF5Dm2J86206.jpeg

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/02/08/22530771/gallerypic/1KNW8oZB8wJi5F0QCSuiixZTEPbziF124.jpeg

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/02/08/22530771/gallerypic/1XJDklsaRb8aVtLrw405OlmzMRUfX459.jpeg

Please offer any form of feedback, negative or positive, it needs to be heard. Thank You!

[zgriggs]

DAY 29: Chest and Shoulders

Sleep: 9 hours

Music: Nonpoint

Duration: 60 minutes

30 Minutes Pre-Workout
-6 NO-Beta Pills
-1 Scoop CreaDyl w/20oz. Water

Workout

NOTE: Again, going for heavier weight, less volume.

* Incline Bench Press (Personal Record!!)
--Set 1 (115 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (135 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 3 (135 lbs / 4 reps)
--Set 4 (135 lbs / 4 reps)
--Set 5 (135 lbs / 3 reps)

Superset
---------------------
* Incline Dumbbell Press
--Set 1 (50 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (50 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (50 lbs / 5 reps)

* Incline Dumbbell Flyes
--Set 1 (25 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (25 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (25 lbs / 8 reps)
---------------------

* HammerStrength Machine Shoulder Press
--Set 1 (100 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (120 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 3 (120 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (120 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 5 (120 lbs / 4 reps)

* HammerStrength Machine Shoulder Shrug
--Set 1 (225 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (225 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (225 lbs / 10 reps)

* 15 Minutes LISS Cardio

Total Volume: 14,920 lbs

Thoughts: (Good workout, but I just never feel like I do enough work when I lift heavy and go for less volume.)

Taste: 10/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

[drooks10]

4-Week Progress Photos

NOTE: During the first 4 weeks I did not want to focus on body fat loss, but I am hoping in the last 6 weeks I can get close to getting my abs visible.

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/02/08/22530771/gallerypic/1qx59j6ITyswJCDBNsxyaN9mDH1g7R274.jpeg

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/02/08/22530771/gallerypic/13xizHiC2ge0FrqJrptchVcrk2CYwH880.jpeg

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/02/08/22530771/gallerypic/1Fev56eMgIl8N2z4I10D3CKs8iB4E0326.jpeg

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/02/08/22530771/gallerypic/15VZXxjcw7bijRvmvoU0OF5Dm2J86206.jpeg

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/02/08/22530771/gallerypic/1KNW8oZB8wJi5F0QCSuiixZTEPbziF124.jpeg

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/02/08/22530771/gallerypic/1XJDklsaRb8aVtLrw405OlmzMRUfX459.jpeg

Please offer any form of feedback, negative or positive, it needs to be heard. Thank You!

I can definitely see improvements from your starting pics. Work on the posing (I'm having to do this too). It will make you look 10x better! Are you doing much cardio? If not, you definitely need to incorporate some HIIT in your routine to burn the extra fat. Keep up the good work, and you will continue to see progress. Good luck, bro!

[hulkhoganjr.]

DAY 19

Sleep: 8 hours

Music: Five Finger Death Punch

Duration: 60 minutes

30 Minutes Pre-Workout
-6 NO-Beta Pills
-1 Scoop CreaDyl w/20oz. Water
-1 Scoop MyoFusion

Workout (Chest and Arms)

NOTE: It was an ok day, I think I could really use this weekend off. Glad I'm going out of town.

* Dumbbell Flyes
--Set 1 (20 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (20 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (20 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (20 lbs / 10 reps)

* Incline Press
--Set 1 (95 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (115 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 3 (115 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (115 lbs / 6 reps)

* Dips
--Set 1 (bw / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (bw / 6 reps)
--Set 3 (bw / 5 reps)
--Set 4 (bw / 6 reps)

* Cable Crossovers
--Set 1 (15 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (20 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (20 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (20 lbs / 10 reps)

* Barbell Curls
--Set 1 (55 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (55 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (55 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (55 lbs / 6 reps)

* Preacher Curls
--Set 1 (35 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (35 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (35 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (35 lbs / 8 reps)

Thoughts: (I need to find a better way to work my chest. My arms always seems to get the most out of this workout and I always feel like my chest is lacking.)

Taste: 10/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
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Total: 75.5/80

alright...what is no-beta,crea-dyl and myo-fusion if you dont mind me asking you?

[hulkhoganjr.]

:):):)

[zgriggs]

MyoFusion is my protein supp. I use, made by Gaspari.

NO-Beta and CreaDyl are new products on the market made by Double-T. Check them out in the store, there is a lot of good reviews about them. Or even check out doubletsports.com to find out more.

But CreaDyl is a form of creatine to help with muscle gains, and NO-Beta brings on THE PUMP!! Check them out bro, you will be very pleased with the results.

[zgriggs]

I can definitely see improvements from your starting pics. Work on the posing (I'm having to do this too). It will make you look 10x better! Are you doing much cardio? If not, you definitely need to incorporate some HIIT in your routine to burn the extra fat. Keep up the good work, and you will continue to see progress. Good luck, bro!

Yeah, I have been getting in some LISS cardio at the end, but I will probably try and fit in some HIIT sessions to help with the fat loss. I feel like I have reached a weight where I will be comfortable cutting from now.

Thanks for the input bro, I will certainly look into the posing, and I am going to really work these last 6 weeks to get the best gains possible. I would really like to increase my strength even more, and being close to visible abs would be nice.

[fitlover]

You're looking great, Zach!

[zgriggs]

DAY 30: Biceps and Triceps

Sleep: 7 hours (Tossed and Turned All Night!!!)

Music: Underworld Soundtrack

Duration: 40 minutes

30 Minutes Pre-Workout
-6 NO-Beta Pills
-1 Scoop CreaDyl w/20oz. Water

Workout

NOTE: I don't feel like I worked my Biceps enough. So I will hit them more next time. Triceps felt worked though.

* Barbell Curl
--Set 1 (75 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 2 (75 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 3 (75 lbs / 6 reps)

* Alternating Standing Dumbbell Curls
--Set 1 (35 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 2 (35 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 3 (35 lbs / 6 reps)

* Cross-Body Hammer Curls
--Set 1 (30 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 2 (30 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 3 (30 lbs / 6 reps)

* Cable Tricep Push-Down w/V-Bar
--Set 1 (67.5 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (67.5 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (67.5 lbs / 10 reps)

* Cable One-Arm Pull-Down
--Set 1 (17.5 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (17.5 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (17.5 lbs / 8 reps)

* Machine Two-Arm Tricep Extension
--Set 1 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (80 lbs / 10 reps)

Total Volume: 7,365 lbs

Thoughts: (OK workout, felt sluggish today. Biceps needed more work, but my Triceps felt good.)

Taste: 10/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
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Total: 75.5/80

NOTE: After 30 days I doubt these rating will change, but I will continue to post them anyways. Look for some overall thoughts on these products shortly, I have more to say.

[zgriggs]

You're looking great, Zach!

Thanks Christine! I am really going to try and push myself these last 6 weeks. I really want to see some significant gains in my Arms, and I would like to get closer to visible abs, so I am going to start work on those.

[fitlover]

Thanks Christine! I am really going to try and push myself these last 6 weeks. I really want to see some significant gains in my Arms, and I would like to get closer to visible abs, so I am going to start work on those.

Remember: diet is key! ;)

[zgriggs]

Remember: diet is key! ;)

Diet is dialed in, now I just need to pay attention to portioning since I am no longer going to hit the bulk hard. I want those abs!!!

[jtalerico]

Good work homie. Looking solid!


Time to roll back to Raleigh, NC and do the LumberJack 20 with me! fitlover can come too! 300 is so last Sunday!

Again, good work bro! GET BIG!

[zgriggs]

DAY 31: Legs

Sleep: 7 hours

Music: Random

Duration: 55 minutes

30 Minutes Pre-Workout (Those who have taken Glutacene, do you take it as well as CreaDyl, or do away with it and only take the Glutacene?)
-6 NO-Beta Pills
-1 Scoop CreaDyl w/20oz. Water

Workout

NOTE: Great leg day, got a few PRs, so I am HAPPY!

* Barbell Squat (Personal Record!)
--Set 1 (205 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 2 (225 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 3 (245 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 4 (265 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 5 (265 lbs / 5 reps)

* Leg Press (Personal Record!)
--Set 1 (290 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 2 (310 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 3 (330 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (350 lbs / 6 reps)

* Seated Leg Curl
--Set 1 (140 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (160 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 3 (160 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (160 lbs / 6 reps)

* Seated Calf Raise
--Set 1 (150 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 2 (150 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 3 (150 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 4 (150 lbs / 20 reps)

* 5 Minute Cardio Cool-Down

Total Volume: 29,705 lbs

Thoughts: (PR! That is all.)

Taste: 10/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
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Total: 75.5/80

[zgriggs]

Good work homie. Looking solid!


Time to roll back to Raleigh, NC and do the LumberJack 20 with me! fitlover can come too! 300 is so last Sunday!

Again, good work bro! GET BIG!

Thanks Bro! I just keep getting stronger and stronger, so I'd say I'm gonna get BIG!!!!

And for sure, I will have to come up again for some workout goodness Joe style!

[jtalerico]

--Set 5 (265 lbs / 5 reps)

:eek:

Roids! ;)

[zgriggs]

:eek:

Roids! ;)

No roids, just Double-T and plenty of this:

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/zgriggs/WedFeb10152037AmericaNew_York2010.jpg

[jtalerico]

No roids, just Double-T and plenty of this:

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/zgriggs/WedFeb10152037AmericaNew_York2010.jpg

Trail mix? ;)

[zgriggs]

Trail mix? ;)

Thats right, my own mix. Cashews, Almonds, Craisins (Or whatever they are called), and dried Bananas. Amazing for strength gains!

[zgriggs]

DAY 32: Off

Sleep: 10 hours (Kept waking up in the middle of the night, every 3 hours or so)

Basically I got up this morning and my body said 'NO' so I slept in a little. This also might have something to do with TestX6 which I just started taking, so we shall see. I will start posting updates about that now that it will be a part of my supplement routine for the duration of the bottle.

Also, I think I will try and get to the gym today for some cardio, but no weights.

[zgriggs]

DAY 32: Arms

Managed to get to the gym for a little while, worked the arms some. I did not bother writing anything down, so this is just a post to say I was in the gym today :p

[fitlover]

Thats right, my own mix. Cashews, Almonds, Craisins (Or whatever they are called), and dried Bananas. Amazing for strength gains!

YUM! Oh wow this is bad right now, haha.

[zgriggs]

YUM! Oh wow this is bad right now, haha.

How is this bad?

[fitlover]

How is this bad?

Cause I'm in contest prep :p Diet is extreeeemely meticulous right now!

<3 me some trail mix though. SO good.

[zgriggs]

Cause I'm in contest prep :p Diet is extreeeemely meticulous right now!

<3 me some trail mix though. SO good.

I gotcha, youre wanting some of my mix ;p but I cant do it, youre in prep mode :D

[zgriggs]

DAY 32: Supplement Update

I really am taking a day off today, I feel like I could use it. So I will use this time to talk about my experience with the Double-T CreaDyl and NO-Beta stack, as well as my brief experience with TestX6 by Double-T.

First, the Stack:

It is real simple, this stack is AMAZING! CreaDyl tastes amazing, either the Lemon Lime or Orange Cream, you can't go wrong. I never feel jittery or uncomfortable in any way when I take these supplements, and the only time I do is when I take a dose of CreaDyl on a COMPLETELY empty stomach, which causes me to get the Niacin Flush which can be quite uncomfortable for 15 minutes or so. However I just simply make sure I have a little food in my stomach before I take any CreaDyl.

Now, I will be honest and say that I am having a hard time feeling the muscle pump from this stack now. I plan to do the Double-T NO-Beta Bulging Biceps routine sometime soon, so this should really get me a good pump.

The high point of this stack has got to be, without a doubt, the strength gains. I have hit more PRs in such a short amount of time than ever before. I really feel like I am making some serious progress, and pretty quickly as well. I am more than pleased with this aspect of the stack, and it will probably be a staple point in my supplement routine for some time to come.

I highly recommend this stack to anyone, even more so if you have not responded well to other supplements in the past. Congratulations to Double-T Sports for making a product that not only works, but can compete at the highest level with other well known supplements on the market.
------------------------------

Second, TestX6:

I don't have much to report here yet since I have only been taking TestX6 for 2 days, but I will say the second night taking it I had an excellent night of rest. Not only did I sleep well, but I also had several vivid dreams which was kind of nice. This let me know I really got into the deep stages of sleep and stayed there for a while. But I did kind of oversleep. It felt so good to be in bed I just kept rolling over and drifting back to sleep.

As far as strength goes, I will have to report more on this after a few more days of use.

[fitlover]

I gotcha, youre wanting some of my mix ;p but I cant do it, youre in prep mode :D

Hehe yup! :D


Nice review btw!

[zgriggs]

DAY 33: Back

Sleep: 8 hours (TestX6 seems to be working well, I woke up a few times in the middle of the night, but went right back to sleep. Plenty of dreams too.)

Music: Static-X & Slipknot

Duration: 50 minutes

Supplements
- 8 NO-Beta Pills (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1-Scoop CreaDyl w/20 oz Water (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 2-Scoops Glutacene w/20 oz Water (Intra-Workout)
- 4 TestX6 Pills (Just Before Bed)

Workout

NOTE: Legs and Back still a little stiff from my Leg Day so I couldn't reach a new PR on the Deadlift today. I also need to invest in some Straps and possibly a new pair of gloves, my hands are getting torn up.

* Wide Grip Pull-Ups (I am terrible at pull-ups, any suggestions?)
--Set 1 (bw / 6 reps)
--Set 2 (bw / 4 reps)
--Set 3 (bw / 2 reps)

* Barbell Rows (Cheating On Last 2 Reps)
--Set 1 (95 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (95 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (95 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (95 lbs / 8 reps)

* Barbell Deadlift
--Set 1 (225 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 2 (245 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 3 (245 lbs / 4 reps)

* MTS High Row
--Set 1 (100 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (100 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (100 lbs / 10 reps)

* MTS Front Pulldown
--Set 1 (80 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (80 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (80 lbs / 8 reps)

Total Volume: 13,990 lbs

Thoughts: (Decent Workout, and I will give TestX6 and Glutacene another day or two before I report on their effectiveness.)

Taste: 10/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
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Total: 75.5/80

[zgriggs]

DAY 34: Chest, Biceps, and Abs

Sleep: 10 hours (Still dreaming a lot, but can't remember any of them today.)

Music: Random

Duration: 60 minutes

Supplements
- 8 NO-Beta Pills (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 2-Scoops CreaDyl w/20 oz Water (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1-Scoop Glutacene w/20 oz Water (Intra-Workout)
- 4 TestX6 Pills (Just Before Bed)

Workout

NOTE: Felt good today, really good. My shoulders and arms feel sore, still not sore in my chest, but we will see how I feel tomorrow. PR on the Bench Press, so I am quite please about that.

* Bench Press
--Set 1 (115 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (135 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 3 (145 lbs / 4 reps) *PR*
--Set 4 (145 lbs / 4 reps)
--Set 5 (145 lbs / 3 reps)
--Set 6 (145 lbs / 3 reps)

* Incline Dumbbell Press
--Set 1 (50 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (50 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (50 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (50 lbs / 4 reps) *Left arm gave out, lost concentration
--Set 5 (50 lbs / 6 reps)

* Pec Deck Flyes
--Set 1 (150 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (165 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (165 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (165 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 5 (165 lbs / 6 reps)

* Barbell Curls
--Set 1 (65 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (75 lbs / 6 reps) *last 2 Cheat reps
--Set 3 (75 lbs / 6 reps) *last 2 Cheat reps

* Cross Body Hammer Curls
--Set 1 (30 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 2 (30 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 3 (30 lbs / 7 reps)

* Incline Dumbbell Curls
--Set 1 (30 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 2 (30 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 3 (30 lbs / 5 reps)

* Ab Crunch Machine
--Set 1 (110 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 2 (110 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 3 (110 lbs / 20 reps)

Total Volume: 21,005 lbs

Thoughts: (Good workout.)

Taste: 10/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
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Total: 75.5/80

[TheLBM]

nice log/review Zach.

I like the point system you are using.

[zgriggs]

nice log/review Zach.

I like the point system you are using.

Thanks bro. Gotta give partial credit to a friend of mine on the forums, he kind of started this point system, so I picked it up and ran with it. I still try and give my logs their own unique flavor though.

[zgriggs]

DAY 36: Back and Calves

Sleep: 7 hours

Music: Audioslave

Duration: 55 minutes

Supplements
- 6 NO-Beta Pills (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1-Scoop CreaDyl w/20 oz Water (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1-Scoop Glutacene w/20 oz Water (Intra-Workout)
- 4 TestX6 Pills (Just Before Bed)

Workout

NOTE: I know I just did Back the other day, but switch over to a routine that I am going to follow religiously for a while. That is why I took yesterday off, so my back could fully recover and I could start my new routine off right.

* Pull-Ups (Still trying to get strong in this exercise :( )
--Set 1 (bw / 6 reps)
--Set 2 (bw / 4 reps)
--Set 3 (bw / 3 reps)

* Barbell Row
--Set 1 (95 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (115 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (115 lbs / 8 reps)

* Deadlift
--Set 1 (205 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 2 (205 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 3 (205 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (205 lbs / 6 reps)

* MTS High Row
--Set 1 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (120 lbs / 10 reps)

* MTS Front Pulldown
--Set 1 (100 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (100 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (100 lbs / 10 reps)

* Seated Calf Raises
--Set 1 (170 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 2 (170 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 3 (170 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 4 (170 lbs / 15 reps)

Total Volume: 29,465 lbs

Thoughts: (Good workout. Most of the volume came from the Calf Raises. Also, still giving TestX6 and Glutacene a few more days before I give them numbers. And as I stated before, the CreaDyl and NO-Beta stack are still doing their job, so their numbers will most likely not change unless some drastic change takes place.)

CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
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Total: 75.5/80

[drooks10]

Nice workout, bro! Those pull-ups will come! Just keep hittin' em hard!

[zgriggs]

Nice workout, bro! Those pull-ups will come! Just keep hittin' em hard!

Thanks bro! Yeah, I am not too worried about my pullups. I keep hittin PRs on all these other lifts, so I know I am not getting weaker. Just a matter of time, like you said, before I will be able to knock them out like a champ.

[fitlover]

I'm bad at pullups too! They actually started improving when I added in straps...have you tried that?

[zgriggs]

I'm bad at pullups too! They actually started improving when I added in straps...have you tried that?

No, I haven't tried straps. I might try that when I eventually get some. I will say this though, I think my problem may have a lot to do with technique. For me it seems like my arms are doing way more work than they should have to in my pull-ups. I think if I can work on my technique and get my back to take on more of the workload I might do a lot better.

[zgriggs]

DAY 37: Shoulders, Triceps, and Abs

Sleep: 7 hours (Real Good Sleep!)

Music: Five Finger Death Punch

Duration: 60 minutes

Supplements
- 6 NO-Beta Pills (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1-Scoop CreaDyl w/20 oz Water (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1-Scoop Glutacene w/20 oz Water (Intra-Workout)
- 4 TestX6 Pills (Just Before Bed)

Workout

NOTE: This was a really good workout for my shoulders. I got a good pump and by the end they were dead, felt really worked.

* Barbell Shoulder Press (I could get more if I had a spotter to hand me the bar)
--Set 1 (90 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (95 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (100 lbs / 7 reps)

* Reverse Pec Deck Flyes
--Set 1 (75 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (90 lbs / 10 reps)

* Upright EZ-Bar Rows
--Set 1 (50 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (60 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (60 lbs / 8 reps)

* Front and Side Dumbbell Raise (Reps are for each direction)
--Set 1 (10 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (10 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (10 lbs / 8 reps)

* Dips
--Set 1 (bw / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (bw / 11 reps)
--Set 3 (bw / 10 reps)

* Rope Pushdowns
--Set 1 (50 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (57.5 lbs / 9 reps)
--Set 3 (57.5 lbs / 8 reps)

*Dumbbell Overhead Extension
--Set 1 (45 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 2 (50 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 3 (50 lbs / 12 reps)

Total Volume: 15,787.5 lbs

Thoughts: (Good Workout, got a Great pump in my shoulders.)

CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
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Total: 75.5/80

[jtalerico]

No, I haven't tried straps. I might try that when I eventually get some. I will say this though, I think my problem may have a lot to do with technique. For me it seems like my arms are doing way more work than they should have to in my pull-ups. I think if I can work on my technique and get my back to take on more of the workload I might do a lot better.

The only way i got better was to get extremely tired (sprints on a treadmill, bench press, etc) and then do pull ups until I felt like I was going to throw up! Now i can smash out about 10-15 for 3 sets.

Pull ups take time to get good at! Put in the time, you will get the results!

[jaepeel]

Very good log man, I applaud the time you take to make it so detailed. Keep doing what you're doing

[zgriggs]

Very good log man, I applaud the time you take to make it so detailed. Keep doing what you're doing

Thanks bro! I'll be sure to stay on top of it.

Throwin some rep your way as soon as I can rep again.

[drooks10]

Great workout yesterday, man! Gotta love those shoulder pumps!

[zgriggs]

DAY 38: Legs and Calves

Sleep: 8 hours (I still wake up throughout the night, but I have been able to fall right back to sleep, and I feel well rested when I finally get moving in the morning. TestX6 seems to be doing its job there.)

Music: Gym Radio

Duration: 60 minutes

Supplements
- 8 NO-Beta Pills (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1-Scoop CreaDyl w/20 oz Water (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1-Scoop Glutacene w/20 oz Water (Intra-Workout)
- 4 TestX6 Pills (Just Before Bed)

Workout

NOTE: Worked out with my roommate today, did'nt really affect anything though. I also have a slightly strained groin on the left side. It has been bother me for a few days now, so I tried to take it easy on this Leg day. If it doesn't get better I will really have to scale back my Leg workouts.

* Squat (Plenty of warm-up sets before doing real work)
--Set 1 (225 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 2 (245 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 3 (265 lbs / 3 reps)

* Leg Press (Superset with Calf Press)
--Set 1 (290 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (310 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (310 lbs / 8 reps)

* Calf Press
--Set 1 (290 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 2 (310 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 3 (310 lbs / 15 reps)

* Seated Leg Curls
--Set 1 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (140 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (160 lbs / 8 reps)

* Leg Extensions
--Set 1 (160 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (160 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (160 lbs / 10 reps)

* Seated Calf Raises
--Set 1 (170 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 2 (170 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 3 (170 lbs / 20 reps)

Total Volume: 43,180 lbs

Thoughts: (Good Workout.)

CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
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Total: 75.5/80

[zgriggs]

Great workout yesterday, man! Gotta love those shoulder pumps!

Thanks Drooks! Yeah, the pump I got in my shoulders felt awesome!

[pastorpritch]

subb'd and rated. Didn't know I hadn't yet, but will be following now! Good work bro, keep it up!

[zgriggs]

subb'd and rated. Didn't know I hadn't yet, but will be following now! Good work bro, keep it up!

Thanks Bro! All are welcome, I could use some more support.

[zgriggs]

DAY 39: Chest, Biceps, and Abs

Sleep: 8 hours (I still wake up throughout the night, but I have been able to fall right back to sleep, and I feel well rested when I finally get moving in the morning. TestX6 seems to be doing its job there.)

Music: Slipknot and Seether

Duration: 75 minutes (Spent a little extra time warming up today, and added an extra chest exercise, which would explain the extended workout time.)

Supplements
- 6 NO-Beta Pills (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1-Scoop CreaDyl w/20 oz Water (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1-Scoop Glutacene w/20 oz Water (Intra-Workout)
- 4 TestX6 Pills (Just Before Bed)

Workout

NOTE: Good work out. Even with my diet (in a calorie deficit) I still seem to be gaining strength. I continue to increase the weight and/or reps of my lifts. I think TestX6 might be playing a role here, as well as Double-T's amazing CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack.

* Bench Press (Will stay with this weight till I am able to get at least 6 reps on each set of 145 lbs.)
--Set 1 (135 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (145 lbs / 5 reps) *PR, Up 1 Rep
--Set 3 (145 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 4 (145 lbs / 4 reps)

* Dumbbell Incline Press
--Set 1 (50 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (50 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 3 (50 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 4 (50 lbs / 6 reps)

* Decline Bench Press (First time doing this lift, felt weird for the first few sets, but then I got the hang of it.)
--Set 1 (105 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 2 (105 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 3 (105 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (105 lbs / 6 reps)

* Pec Deck Flyes
--Set 1 (165 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (165 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 3 (165 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 4 (165 lbs / 6 reps)

* Barbell Curls
--Set 1 (75 lbs / 8 reps) *PR
--Set 2 (75 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 3 (75 lbs / 6 reps) *Last 2 were Cheat reps

* Cross Body Hammer Curls
--Set 1 (30 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (30 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (30 lbs / 8 reps)

* Incline Dumbbell Curls
--Set 1 (30 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 2 (30 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 3 (30 lbs / 5 reps)

* Ab Machine
--Set 1 (120 lbs / 25 reps)
--Set 2 (120 lbs / 25 reps)
--Set 3 (120 lbs / 25 reps)
--Set 4 (120 lbs / 25 reps)

Total Volume: 27,025 lbs (Note that 12,000 of those lbs were from Abs alone.)

Thoughts: (Good Workout, got a few PRs, so pretty pleased about that.)

CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

[drooks10]

Great workout! Nothing like getting stronger in the gym! Keep up the good work!

[pastorpritch]

Looking good man. Keep it up!!!

[fitlover]

Nice workout there, Zach!! Keep hitting it hard :)

[zgriggs]

DAY 40: Random Acts of Pain

Sleep: 8 hours

Music: None

Duration: 60 minutes

Supplements
- 6 NO-Beta Pills (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1-Scoop CreaDyl w/20 oz Water (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1-Scoop Glutacene w/20 oz Water (Intra-Workout)
- 4 TestX6 Pills (Just Before Bed)

Workout

NOTE: In Raleigh with my good friend jtalerico for the weekend, so here is the workout we did.

* Triset x 3
--Bench Press (125 lbs / 5 reps)
--Pullups x 5
--Mountain Climbers x 50 (w/Bosu Ball)

* Bulging Biceps Routine (I did not bother writing down the weight for anything)

* Triset 1
--Barbell Curls (8 PC reps, 8 FRM reps)
--Dumbbell Curls (8 PC reps, 8 FRM reps)
--Preacher Curls (8 PC reps, 8 FRM reps)

* Triset 2
--Barbell Skullcrushers (8 PC reps, 8 FRM reps)
--Overhead Dumbbell Extensions (8 PC reps, 8 FRM reps)
--Cable Straight Arm Pushdowns (8 PC reps, 8 FRM reps)

* Triset 3
--Reverse Barbell Curls (8 PC reps, 8 FRM reps)
--Dumbbell Hammer Curls (8 PC reps, 8 FRM reps)
--Forearm Dumbbell Curls (8 PC reps, 8 FRM reps)

Total Volume: ???

Thoughts: (What a PUMP!!! My arms felt like they could fall off any minute.)

CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

[zgriggs]

Thanks Everyone! I do my best ;p

[zgriggs]

DAY 41: 300

Sleep: 7 hours

Music: None

Duration: 45 minutes

Supplements
- 8 NO-Beta Pills (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1-Scoop CreaDyl w/20 oz Water (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1-Scoop Glutacene w/20 oz Water (Intra-Workout)
- 4 TestX6 Pills (Just Before Bed)

Workout

NOTE: This is the 3rd day in a row I have worked my upper body, primarily my chest and arms. I have nothing left in the tank after today.

* 25 Pull-Ups (Done in multiple sets)
* 50 Stiff Leg Deadlifts (Multiple Sets w/125 lbs)
* 50 Box Jumps (Multiple Sets, Roughly 24in Height)
* 50 Pushups (Multiple Sets)
* 50 Floor Wipers (Multiple Sets w/125 lbs) *NOTE: Only 25 on each side, here is where I started to run out of gas.
* 40 Kettle Bell Presses (Multiple Sets w/8kg Kettel Bell) *NOTE: 40 each arm
* 5 Pull-Ups (I was dead, no way could I get the whole 25 Pull-Ups at the end.

Total Volume: ???

Thoughts: (I am spent!)

CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

NOTE: Look for my review on TestX6 (Which I am still taking), and Glutacene (Which is almost gone :()

[Altitude]

Where's your post workout shake? You need protein+fast digesting carbs post-workout.

[zgriggs]

Where's your post workout shake? You need protein+fast digesting carbs post-workout.

I always forget to post that for some reason. I always get in a protein shake before I work out, and right after. Sorry about that.

EDIT: Crap, I was talking Pre for the carbs. I get some food in me as soon as I am done, I just never post that for some reason. Maybe I will start. But yeah, I am usually getting my fast digesting carbs and protein right after my workout.

[drooks10]

How do you like kettlebells? That looked like a nice workout, man! Good job, and have a great day!

[zgriggs]

How do you like kettlebells? That looked like a nice workout, man! Good job, and have a great day!

Thanks Bro!

I like doing KettelBell work, it is certainly outside my normal routine, and it really works you. Certainly best for High Intensity Workouts, so you would not want to use them for huge strength and size gains. A lot of Mixed Martial Arts Fighters do a lot of KettleBell work, because it does give you Explosive Power. There are quite a lot of exercises you can do with them as well. So if you get a chance and are looking for something new and outside the box, give them a try.

[pastorpritch]

nice workout, it looks suspiciously like the 300 workout??? Good job bro, keep it up!!!

[zgriggs]

nice workout, it looks suspiciously like the 300 workout??? Good job bro, keep it up!!!

That's exactly what it is, hence the name I gave it at the top, 'Day 41: 300' :p

[pastorpritch]

AHHH, lol. As you can tell I'm captain obvious. lol
Nice job on it. I tried it once .... ONCE

[zgriggs]

AHHH, lol. As you can tell I'm captain obvious. lol
Nice job on it. I tried it once .... ONCE

It's rough, for sure. I may have been able to actually finish it this time had I not killed my upper body both days before. Those Floor Wipers do me in, and by the end Pullups are near impossible.

[zgriggs]

DAY 42: Off

Sleep: 10 hours

Supplements
- 6 NO-Beta Pills (Morning)
- 1-Scoop CreaDyl w/20 oz Water (Morning)
- 4 TestX6 Pills (Just Before Bed)

Thoughts: (I NEED this off day :))

CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

NOTE: Will be posting TestX6 and Glutacene reviews a little later today.

[pastorpritch]

Always good to take a day off and let your muscles recup. I agree on the floor wipers, I have a love / hate relationship with them

[zgriggs]

TestX6 Review

Sleep: 9/10 I give this score based on the quality of sleep I have been getting while taking TestX6. Ever since I have moved to my current place of residence I have not been able to sleep worth a damn. Maybe its my roommate keeping it extremely warm in the house, or the crappy bed, but ever since I have started taking TestX6 I wake up feeling well rested even though I occasionally wake up several times through the night. I am able to fall right back to sleep after I wake up, so that is another plus. Good quality sleep while taking this product. I also experience plenty of dreams, even though I don't always remember them.

Strength: 10/10 Even while on my cut diet right now, I still feel strong, and I am even still hitting personal records. So I would have to say the increase in strength while taking TestX6 is very noticeable, even significant. Very pleased with this aspect of the product.

Sex Drive: 10/10 This score is based on me not feeling the need to hump every woman I see. I am currently single, so I am not sleeping with anyone currently, but I do like the fact that I don't feel the need to go out and get laid.

---------------
Total: 29/30

Glutacene Review

Energy: 10/10 I feel great during every workout, full of energy and ready to lift some iron. I think that statement speaks for itself.

Recovery: 10/10 I still get sore after a hard workout, but my muscles seem to recover quite quickly and allow me to hit the gym just as hard as the last day. So I certainly have to give props to this supplement for that alone.

Taste: 11/10 Thats right, 11/10. This is the greatest tasting supplement I have EVER had. The flavor I believe I have tried is Strawberry and it is AMAZING. If you are interested in an Intra-Workout supplement, I would recommend this one on taste alone.

Mixability: 9.5/10 Despite what the label says, this actually mixes quite nicely after some vigorous shaking. All that is left in the end are a few small white particles, but that is not a problem at all.

---------------
Total: 40.5/40


I would recommend BOTH of these products, so feel free to check them out if you are in the market.

[zgriggs]

DAY 43: Back and Calves

Sleep: 7 hours (Still waking up through the middle of the night, did not feel as well rested this morning.

Music: Korn

Duration: 45 minutes

Supplements
- 6 NO-Beta Pills (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1-Scoop CreaDyl w/20 oz Water (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1-Scoop Glutacene w/20 oz Water (Intra-Workout)
- 4 TestX6 Pills (Just Before Bed)

Workout

NOTE: I still felt drained from the pain I put my body through over the weekend :p, so I took it easy today.

* Pullups
--Set 1 (bw / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (bw / 6 reps)
--Set 3 (bw / 5 reps)

* Barbell Rows
--Set 1 (115 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (115 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (115 lbs / 8 reps)

* Back Extensions
--Set 1 (145 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (160 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (175 lbs / 10 reps)

* MTS High Row
--Set 1 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (120 lbs / 10 reps)

* MTS Front Pulldown
--Set 1 (100 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (100 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (100 lbs / 10 reps)

* Horizontal Calf Press
--Set 1 (270 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 2 (270 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 3 (270 lbs / 20 reps)

Total Volume: 33,875 lbs

Thoughts: (Lazy Workout, took it easy.)

CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

TestX6
Sleep: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
---------------
Total: 19/20

Glutacene
Energy: 10/10
Recovery: 10/10
Taste: 11/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
---------------
Total: 40.5/40

[zgriggs]

DAY 44: Shoulders, Triceps, and Abs

Sleep: 8.5 hours (Felt like I needed a bit more sleep this morning, so I slept in a bit.)

Music: Deathklok

Duration: 70 minutes

Supplements
- 6 NO-Beta Pills (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1-Scoop CreaDyl w/20 oz Water (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1-Scoop Glutacene w/20 oz Water (Intra-Workout)
- 4 TestX6 Pills (Just Before Bed)

Workout

NOTE: Felt more energized than I did yesterday. My left shoulder was a bit stiff at first, but got better as I warmed up for my shoulder presses.

* Barbell Shoulder Press
--Set 1 (105 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 2 (105 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 3 (105 lbs / 3 reps)

* Reverse Pec Deck Flyes
--Set 1 (100 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (100 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (100 lbs / 10 reps)

* Upright Barbell Rows (EZ Bar)
--Set 1 (50 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (60 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (60 lbs / 8 reps)

* Dumbbell Raise Front and Side
--Set 1 (10 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (10 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (10 lbs / 8 reps)

* Dips
--Set 1 (bw / 19 reps)
--Set 2 (bw / 11 reps)
--Set 3 (bw / 9 reps)

* Rope Pressdown
--Set 1 (57.5 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (57.5 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (57.5 lbs / 10 reps)

* Overhead Dumbbell Extension
--Set 1 (50 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (50 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 3 (50 lbs / 12 reps)

* Hip Thrust on Incline
--Set 1 (bw / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (bw / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (bw / 10 reps)

* Standing Cable Crunch
--Set 1 (35 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 2 (57.5 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 3 (72.5 lbs / 15 reps)

* Oblique Crunch
--Set 1 (bw / 20 reps)
--Set 2 (bw / 20 reps)
--Set 3 (bw / 20 reps)

Total Volume: 19,095 lbs

Thoughts: (Decent workout. As you can see, I added in more Ab work, trying to get those bad boys built up.)

CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

TestX6
Sleep: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
---------------
Total: 19/20

Glutacene
Energy: 10/10
Recovery: 10/10
Taste: 11/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
---------------
Total: 40.5/40

[drooks10]

Sweet workout, Zgriggs! What is your rest-time like between sets? Congrats on those shoulder presses!

[fitlover]

Great workout, Zach! Have you tried doing weighted decline sit-ups for your abs? I found that really helped bring out the depth and fullness in my ab muscles.

[zgriggs]

Sweet workout, Zgriggs! What is your rest-time like between sets? Congrats on those shoulder presses!

Thanks Bro! My rest time between heavy lifts, like those shoulder presses, is usually between 1.5 Minutes - 2 Minutes. For anything 8 reps or higher I am resting around 30 seconds to 1 minute. I might start logging my rest times, but I wear my watch now to make sure I don't rest too long, or not rest long enough. I used to think I was resting long enough for heavy lifts, but I wasn't.


Great workout, Zach! Have you tried doing weighted decline sit-ups for your abs? I found that really helped bring out the depth and fullness in my ab muscles.

Thanks Christine! I am doing this new Ab Routine, and if memory serves me, I implement some weighted decline sit-ups at some point in the future.

[zgriggs]

DAY 45: Legs and Calves

Sleep: 7 hours

Music: Korn

Duration: 40 minutes

Supplements
- 6 NO-Beta Pills (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1-Scoop CreaDyl w/20 oz Water (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1-Scoop Glutacene w/20 oz Water (Intra-Workout)
- 4 TestX6 Pills (Just Before Bed)

Workout

NOTE: Groin is still slightly strained, so I had to take it easy today.

* Barbell Squat
--Set 1 (185 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (185 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (185 lbs / 8 reps)

* Leg Press (Superset with Calf Press)
--Set 1 (200 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (200 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (200 lbs / 10 reps)

* Calf Press
--Set 1 (200 lbs / 25 reps)
--Set 2 (200 lbs / 25 reps)
--Set 3 (200 lbs / 25 reps)

* Lying Leg Curls
--Set 1 (95 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (95 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (95 lbs / 8 reps)

* Leg Extensions
--Set 1 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (120 lbs / 10 reps)

* Seated Calf Raises
--Set 1 (150 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 2 (150 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 3 (150 lbs / 20 reps)

Total Volume: 40,700 lbs

Thoughts: (Easy workout, need to let the groin heal 100% before lifting big again.)

CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

TestX6
Sleep: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
---------------
Total: 19/20

Glutacene
Energy: 10/10
Recovery: 10/10
Taste: 11/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
---------------
Total: 40.5/40

[jovinni]

Looking solid in here Z, has you're sleep improved with taking Test? I see your rating but wasn't sure how much different that is without it.

[zgriggs]

Looking solid in here Z, has you're sleep improved with taking Test? I see your rating but wasn't sure how much different that is without it.

Sleep is good overall. The thing is, I have not been able to sleep good here in Clemson ever since I moved down here. There is constant noise from the road outside my apartment, my heater is VERY loud when it kicks on, and I think my bed might be a bit too stiff. So I still wake up every now and then, but I do feel like I get a better quality of sleep since I started taking TestX6.

Now on two occasions I have been out of town visiting friends, and both times I have slept like a baby.

So overall I think TestX6 allows you to get better quality sleep, it just won't keep you asleep all the time. I would rather wake up 3 times a night but still get good quality sleep, than sleep through the whole night and wake up feeling like I got Zero sleep.

[drooks10]

I agree. Testx6 helps me get Quality sleep, not quantity.

[zgriggs]

DAY 46: Off

I must go to Alabama today with a friend, so no gym until Sunday.

On another note:

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/zgriggs/FriFeb26110226AmericaNew_York2010.jpg

Look for my review on all three flavors.

CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

TestX6
Sleep: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
---------------
Total: 19/20

Glutacene
Energy: 10/10
Recovery: 10/10
Taste: 11/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
---------------
Total: 40.5/40

[Simpy]

Glutacene has very quickly become my favorite supplement.

[jovinni]

Sleep is good overall. The thing is, I have not been able to sleep good here in Clemson ever since I moved down here. There is constant noise from the road outside my apartment, my heater is VERY loud when it kicks on, and I think my bed might be a bit too stiff. So I still wake up every now and then, but I do feel like I get a better quality of sleep since I started taking TestX6.

Now on two occasions I have been out of town visiting friends, and both times I have slept like a baby.

So overall I think TestX6 allows you to get better quality sleep, it just won't keep you asleep all the time. I would rather wake up 3 times a night but still get good quality sleep, than sleep through the whole night and wake up feeling like I got Zero sleep.


I agree. Testx6 helps me get Quality sleep, not quantity.

I'm going to get this for my husband. The poor guy has the worst time getting decent sleep for various reasons, the main one due to being on call as a firefighter. This would be good if it would help him settle into decent sleep in-between calls or after a long busy day of running.

Thanks for the feedback!

[zgriggs]

I'm going to get this for my husband. The poor guy has the worst time getting decent sleep for various reasons, the main one due to being on call as a firefighter. This would be good if it would help him settle into decent sleep in-between calls or after a long busy day of running.

Thanks for the feedback!

Anytime!

[zgriggs]

DAY 47: Off

DAY 48: Off

Well, the trip to Alabama was alright, but took a lot out of me. I did not get very good sleep out in the freezing cold, so when I got back today, I was way to drained to hit the gym. I have been forcing myself to stay awake so I can sleep tonight, wake up tomorrow morning, and hit the gym hard.

I will be breaking into my stash of Glutacene as well, so look for my upcoming reviews of the three flavors, as well as possible combinations of the different flavors.

CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

TestX6
Sleep: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
---------------
Total: 19/20

Glutacene
Energy: 10/10
Recovery: 10/10
Taste: 11/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
---------------
Total: 40.5/40

[drooks10]

Enjoy that Glutacene!!!!

[zgriggs]

DAY 49: Chest and Biceps

Sleep: 10 hours (My body clearly needed to catch up on some much needed sleep.)

Music: Mix

Duration: 45 minutes

Supplements
- 6 NO-Beta Pills (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1-Scoop CreaDyl w/20 oz Water (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1.5-Scoops Glutacene w/20 oz Water (Intra-Workout)
- 4 TestX6 Pills (Just Before Bed)

Workout

NOTE: Got to the gym much later than normal, so it was already crowded and I had trouble getting in certain lifts, so I ended up cutting my workout short today. Still got a decent workout though.

* Bench Press (Thought I would fall short of 5 reps on the last 2 sets, but I did not, so I will increase the weight next time)
(1.5 minute rest between sets.)
--Set 1 (135 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 2 (135 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 3 (135 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 4 (135 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 5 (135 lbs / 5 reps)

* Dumbbell Incline Press
(1 minute rest between sets)
--Set 1 (50 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (50 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (50 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (50 lbs / 7 reps)

* Pec Deck Flyes
(1 minute rest between sets)
--Set 1 (165 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (165 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (165 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (165 lbs / 8 reps

* Barbell Curls
(1 minute rest between sets
--Set 1 (65 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (65 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 3 (65 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 2 (65 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 3 (65 lbs / 4 reps)

Total Volume: 12,155 lbs

Thoughts: (Decent workout, wish my gym did not get so PACKED!)

CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

TestX6
Sleep: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
---------------
Total: 19/20

Glutacene
Energy: 10/10
Recovery: 10/10
Taste: 11/10 (Tried Orange today and the taste was just as amazing as Strawberry!)
Mixability: 9.5/10
---------------
Total: 40.5/40

[pastorpritch]

Nice lookin' workout bro. I know what you mean about so many people being there. My gym is starting to get a little crowded when I go, and it is small enough as it is with only a couple guys there. I left early myself on Friday because four guys were all wanting to use the dumbbells.
Looks like you hit chest pretty good, and the barbell curls would be good enough for bi's as you don't really need to work them too much because they come into play with so many other exercises. Good work!

[zgriggs]

DAY 49: Evening Cardio

Went back to the gym tonight and got in a good 20 minutes of cardio on the elliptical.

-16 Minutes (Alternating every minute between low intensity and high intensity.)
-4 Minutes (Cool down.)

Heart Rate stayed around 165 BPM for the duration of this cardio session.

[zgriggs]

Nice lookin' workout bro. I know what you mean about so many people being there. My gym is starting to get a little crowded when I go, and it is small enough as it is with only a couple guys there. I left early myself on Friday because four guys were all wanting to use the dumbbells.
Looks like you hit chest pretty good, and the barbell curls would be good enough for bi's as you don't really need to work them too much because they come into play with so many other exercises. Good work!

Thanks Bro! Yeah, it can be a little rough sometimes when the gym is crowded. I have trouble getting in a quality workout sometimes.

[zgriggs]

DAY 50: Back and Calves

Sleep: 8 hours

Music: None

Duration: 45 minutes

Supplements
- 6 NO-Beta Pills (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1-Scoop CreaDyl w/20 oz Water (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1.5-Scoops Glutacene w/20 oz Water (Intra-Workout)
- 4 TestX6 Pills (Just Before Bed)

Workout

NOTE: Still taking it easy on some lifts so I know my groin will fully heal.

* PullUps
--Set 1 (bw / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (bw / 4 reps)
--Set 3 (bw / 3 reps)

* Barbell Rows
--Set 1 (115 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (115 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (115 lbs / 8 reps)

* Deadlifts
--Set 1 (185 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 2 (185 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (185 lbs / 8 reps)

* MTS Front Pulldown
--Set 1 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (120 lbs / 10 reps)

* MTS High Row
--Set 1 (120 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (120 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (120 lbs / 6 reps)

* Horizontal Calf Press
--Set 1 (270 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 2 (270 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 3 (270 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 4 (270 lbs / 20 reps)

Total Volume: 37,445 lbs (Mostly from Calf Presses)

Thoughts: (Decent workout, cant wait till I start my bulk again and can make those huge gains again.)

CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

TestX6
Sleep: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
---------------
Total: 19/20

Glutacene
Energy: 10/10
Recovery: 10/10
Taste: 11/10 (Tried MixedBerry today and the taste was just as amazing as Strawberry and Orange!)
Mixability: 9.5/10
---------------
Total: 40.5/40

[journey2swole]

Great log Zach, first time I have been here. Good reading, very complete documentation and detail. I really enjoyed seeing the progress you have made here and will sub for the future updates.

[fitlover]

Looking good in here, Zach :) I bet the time off did your body good!

[zgriggs]

Great log Zach, first time I have been here. Good reading, very complete documentation and detail. I really enjoyed seeing the progress you have made here and will sub for the future updates.

Thanks bro! I am quite pleased with the strength gains I have made since the start of this log. Although I don't notice a physical change in my body, it is clear that those changes will be coming fast enough at the rate my strength has increased.


Looking good in here, Zach :) I bet the time off did your body good!

Yes and No. I had some crappy sleep on those off days, so that did not help, but I certainly felt good during today's workout.

[pastorpritch]

Are you going to up the weight each set when you bulk, or are you going to keep the same weight throughout like you are doing now?

[zgriggs]

Are you going to up the weight each set when you bulk, or are you going to keep the same weight throughout like you are doing now?

No, when I bulk I will be upping the weight as often as I can. Basically depending on what I am doing, if I can hit a certain number of reps for each set of a given lift, I will up the weight the next workout.

[zgriggs]

DAY 51: Shoulders, Triceps, and Abs

Sleep: 9.5 hours (Ok, now I am getting too much sleep and not waking up on time. Need to fix that.)

Music: Mix

Duration: 60 minutes

Supplements
- 6 NO-Beta Pills (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1-Scoop CreaDyl w/20 oz Water (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 2-Scoops Glutacene w/20 oz Water (Intra-Workout)
- 4 TestX6 Pills (Just Before Bed)

Workout

NOTE: Got a PR today, I was surprised.

* Barbell Shoulder Press
--Set 1 (105 lbs / 8 reps) PR!!
--Set 2 (105 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 3 (105 lbs / 6 reps)

* Reverse Pec Deck Flyes
--Set 1 (105 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (105 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (105 lbs / 10 reps)

* Upright Barbell Rows (EZ Bar)
--Set 1 (70 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 2 (70 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 3 (70 lbs / 2 reps)

* Dumbbell Raise Front and Side
--Set 1 (10 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (10 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (10 lbs / 6 reps)

* Dips
--Set 1 (bw / 14 reps)
--Set 2 (bw / 12 reps)
--Set 3 (bw / 10 reps)

* Rope Pressdown
--Set 1 (60 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (35 lbs / 8 PC reps, 8 FRM reps)
--Set 3 (35 lbs / 6 PC reps, 6 FRM reps)

* Hip Thrust on Incline
--Set 1 (bw / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (bw / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (bw / 10 reps)

* Standing Cable Crunch
--Set 1 (57.5 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 2 (57.5 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 3 (57.5 lbs / 15 reps)

* Oblique Crunch
--Set 1 (bw / 20 reps)
--Set 2 (bw / 20 reps)
--Set 3 (bw / 20 reps)

Total Volume: 17,227.5 lbs

Thoughts: (Good Workout!)

CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

TestX6
Sleep: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
---------------
Total: 19/20

Glutacene
Energy: 10/10
Recovery: 10/10
Taste: 11/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
---------------
Total: 40.5/40

[zgriggs]

DAY 52: Legs and Calves

Sleep: 9 hours

Music: Mix

Duration: 35 minutes

Supplements
- 8 NO-Beta Pills (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1-Scoop CreaDyl w/20 oz Water (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1.5-Scoop Glutacene w/20 oz Water (Intra-Workout)
- 4 TestX6 Pills (Just Before Bed)

Workout

NOTE: Still taking it easy due to my groin. I can still feel that it is not 100% and I do no want to re-injure myself. Although today I felt like speeding through my workout. So my usual Leg routine was cut down to 35 minutes as I shortened rest periods.

* Barbell Squat (1 minute rest between sets.)
--Set 1 (175 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (175 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (175 lbs / 8 reps)

* Seated Leg Curl (30 second rest between sets.)
--Set 1 (140 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (140 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (140 lbs / 10 reps)

* Calf Press (30 second rest between sets.)
--Set 1 (250 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 2 (250 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 3 (250 lbs / 20 reps)

* Leg Press (30 second rest between sets.)
--Set 1 (250 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (250 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (250 lbs / 10 reps)

* Leg Extensions (30 second rest between sets.)
--Set 1 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (120 lbs / 10 reps)

* Seated Calf Raises (30 second rest between sets.)
--Set 1 (150 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 2 (150 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 3 (150 lbs / 20 reps)

Total Volume: 43,500 lbs

Thoughts: (Good Workout!)

CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

TestX6
Sleep: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
---------------
Total: 19/20

Glutacene
Energy: 10/10
Recovery: 10/10
Taste: 11/10 (Ok, so today was the first time I tried Strawberry! There was mixup, so in my past posts if it says Strawberry, that is actually MixedBerry. Anyways, Strawberry is FANTASTIC! The best so far I think. Look for my overall review on the flavors in the future, and I also plan to post reviews of mixed flavors :p)
Mixability: 9.5/10
---------------
Total: 40.5/40

NOTE: I have my Chest and Biceps day tomorrow, then will be switching up my routine. I am going to go with some German Volume Training for a while and see how that works. So keep an eye out for my review on German Volume Training and how it hits my body.

[drooks10]

Nice workout! How are you liking the 8 NO-Beta pills?

[zgriggs]

Nice workout! How are you liking the 8 NO-Beta pills?

Ah, I have done 8 a few times now and really don't notice a HUGE difference. My legs did get more of a pump today, not much, but some is better than none. I might need to take my NO-Beta dose to 10 on leg days.

Honestly, after taking NO-Beta and CreaDyl for almost two months now it's hard to really tell if anything is affecting me different. Bet if I went off for a week or two, then back on, I would get hit like a freight train :D

[fitlover]

When do we get new pics, Zachey? :D

[zgriggs]

When do we get new pics, Zachey? :D

Monday I think...I know you just wanna stare at my sexy body :p

Honestly I don't see much of a difference. Plus these random weekends away from home have really done a hit on my diet. I am hoping I will have dropped a lot more bodyfat by the end of the 10-weeks.

As always I will let you guys be the judge of how I look. But the bottom line in my opinion is I have gained so much strength while on this stack, that when I start back with a bulk, we will probably see some huge changes.

I am thinking about investing in a full body mirror, what do you guys think?

[pastorpritch]

I think it is a good idea. I want one myself =)

[journey2swole]

Zach, your killing those workouts. Love the detail you provide on the effectiveness of your supplements as well. Great log.

[zgriggs]

I think it is a good idea. I want one myself =)

Yeah, I think it would be nice to have so I can actually look at the progress I have made and what areas I need to work on.


Zach, your killing those workouts. Love the detail you provide on the effectiveness of your supplements as well. Great log.

Thanks Bro! I do my best, want to give all the detail I can, that way readers can actually see every aspect of whats going on and see how well (or bad) a specific supplement and/or routine works.

[zgriggs]

DAY 53: Chest, Biceps, and Abs

Sleep: 9 hours

Music: Five Finger Death Punch

Duration: 60 minutes

Supplements
- 8 NO-Beta Pills (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1-Scoop CreaDyl w/20 oz Water (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 2-Scoops Glutacene w/20 oz Water (Intra-Workout) **Strawberry and MixedBerry Mixed Together
- 4 TestX6 Pills (Just Before Bed)

Workout

NOTE: Good workout, really hit my chest hard on the bench press today. I really had to push the last 2 sets. Also, I went to some cable work and machine work for my biceps. Got a HUGE pump, and after each set on the Peacher Curl Machine my biceps felt like they were going to pop. This is probably a product of the 8 NO-Beta pills and the change-up in my bicep routine.

* Bench Press
(1.5 minute rest between sets.)
--Set 1 (145 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 2 (145 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 3 (145 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 4 (145 lbs / 4 reps)
--Set 5 (145 lbs / 3 reps)

* Dumbbell Incline Press
(1 minute rest between sets)
--Set 1 (50 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (50 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (50 lbs / 8 reps)

* Pec Deck Flyes
(1 minute rest between sets)
--Set 1 (165 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (165 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (165 lbs / 8 reps)

* Standing Cable Curls
(1 minute rest between sets)
--Set 1 (50 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (50 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (50 lbs / 8 reps)

* Machine Preacher Curls (Huge Pump during this exercise. Biceps felt like they would pop.)
(1 minute rest between sets)
--Set 1 (65 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (65 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (65 lbs / 8 reps)

* Hip Thrust on Incline
--Set 1 (bw / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (bw / 12 reps)
--Set 3 (bw / 12 reps)

* Standing Cable Crunch
--Set 1 (57.5 lbs / 17 reps)
--Set 2 (57.5 lbs / 17 reps)
--Set 3 (57.5 lbs / 17 reps)

* Oblique Crunch (Reps are for each side)
--Set 1 (bw / 22 reps)
--Set 2 (bw / 22 reps)
--Set 3 (bw / 22 reps)

Total Volume: 14,042.5 lbs

Thoughts: (Again, good workout.)

CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10 (I am leaving the taste the same, but I have grown tired of the Lemon Lime. Need some Orange Cream next time I order more CreaDyl.)
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

TestX6
Sleep: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
---------------
Total: 19/20

Glutacene
Energy: 10/10
Recovery: 10/10
Taste: 11/10 (Mixed 1 scoop of Strawberry and 1 scoop of MixedBerry today. What an amazing combination. These two flavors really compliment each other.)
Mixability: 9.5/10
---------------
Total: 40.5/40

NOTE: Keep an eye out for new pics. I should be posting those sometime Monday since that will be my 8 week mark.

[drooks10]

Can't wait to see the new pics! Great workout. How do you think you are looking?

[zgriggs]

Can't wait to see the new pics! Great workout. How do you think you are looking?

Ah, hard to say. I dont see a huge difference, but I have stopped eating for size and am trying to cut bodyfat (you know). So far due to my weekend getaways there have been some lapses in my cut diet, so I have not made as much progress as I would have liked.

I'll just have to get everyone's opinion when I post my pics. But like I said early, the bottom line is I have huge strength gains over the last 8 weeks, so it is just a matter of time before I start putting on some serious muscle mass.

[zgriggs]

DAY 54: Off

Sleep: 9 hours


CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10 (I am leaving the taste the same, but I have grown tired of the Lemon Lime. Need some Orange Cream next time I order more CreaDyl.)
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

TestX6
Sleep: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
---------------
Total: 19/20

Glutacene
Energy: 10/10
Recovery: 10/10
Taste: 11/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
---------------
Total: 40.5/40

[drooks10]

DAY 54: Off

Sleep: 9 hours


CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10 (I am leaving the taste the same, but I have grown tired of the Lemon Lime. Need some Orange Cream next time I order more CreaDyl.)
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

TestX6
Sleep: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
---------------
Total: 19/20

Glutacene
Energy: 10/10
Recovery: 10/10
Taste: 11/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
---------------
Total: 40.5/40

I have 2 tubs of orange cream waiting to be opened....Haha!

[zgriggs]

DAY 55: Chest, Back, Biceps, and Abs (German Volume Training)

Sleep: 10 hours

Music: Five Finger Death Punch

Duration: 60 minutes

Supplements
- 8 NO-Beta Pills (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1.5-Scoops CreaDyl w/20 oz Water (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 2-Scoops Glutacene w/20 oz Water (Intra-Workout) **Strawberry and MixedBerry Mixed Together
- 4 TestX6 Pills (Just Before Bed)

Workout

NOTE: Awesome Workout! This way of training is really taxing on the muscles, got a huge pump in my arms and chest.

* Bench Press
(1 minute rest between sets.)
--Set 1 (95 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (95 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (95 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (95 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 5 (95 lbs / 10 reps) *Started to feel the burn here.
--Set 6 (95 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 7 (95 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 8 (95 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 9 (95 lbs / 10 reps) *Last few reps were ROUGH!
--Set 10 (95 lbs / 10 reps) *Last few reps were ROUGH!

* MTS High Row
(1 minute rest between sets)
--Set 1 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 5 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 6 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 7 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 8 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 9 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 10 (80 lbs / 10 reps)

* Standing Alternating Bicep Curls (Superset with Hammer Curls)
(1 minute rest between sets)
--Set 1 (25 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (25 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (25 lbs / 8 reps)

* Hammer Curls
--Set 1 (25 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (25 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (25 lbs / 8 reps)

* Hip Thrust on Incline
--Set 1 (bw / 14 reps)
--Set 2 (bw / 14 reps)
--Set 3 (bw / 12 reps)

* Standing Cable Crunch
--Set 1 (57.5 lbs / 19 reps)
--Set 2 (57.5 lbs / 19 reps)
--Set 3 (57.5 lbs / 19 reps)

* Oblique Crunch (Reps are for each side)
--Set 1 (bw / 24 reps)
--Set 2 (bw / 24 reps)
--Set 3 (bw / 24 reps)

Total Volume: 22,027.5 lbs

Thoughts: (Again, amazing workout. I am anxious to see how the next couple of weeks go.)

CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10 (I am leaving the taste the same, but I have grown tired of the Lemon Lime. Need some Orange Cream next time I order more CreaDyl.)
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

TestX6
Sleep: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
---------------
Total: 19/20

Glutacene
Energy: 10/10
Recovery: 10/10
Taste: 11/10 (Mixed 1 scoop of Wildberry and 1 scoop of Orange today. What an amazing combination. The Wildberry overwhelmed the orange a bit, but still a good combination.)
Mixability: 9.5/10
---------------
Total: 40.5/40

NOTE: Keep an eye out for new pics. I should be posting those sometime Monday since that will be my 8 week mark.

[pastorpritch]

That is a pretty cool looking workout. I've heard of 10x10 before and did it a few times just for biceps, never a workout like that though! I may have to steal this idea from you in the next few weeks when I change up again. I'll be following close, lookin' good bro!

[zgriggs]

That is a pretty cool looking workout. I've heard of 10x10 before and did it a few times just for biceps, never a workout like that though! I may have to steal this idea from you in the next few weeks when I change up again. I'll be following close, lookin' good bro!

Thanks Bro! Yeah, feel free to hit up this routine or one like it. I really enjoyed it. It was a bit slow since you start of fresh with light weight, but once you get into it, it can get really intense.

[annaputilo]

I expect this one to go just as great. workout was awesome

[zgriggs]

DAY 56: Picture Day (8 Week Mark)

So here are the pictures that have been promised. Please offer any kind of criticism, whether it be negative or positive.

I weighed in at 183.4 lbs, with a Body Fat percentage of roughly 18.9%.

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/03/08/22530771/gallerypic/1PAH6YEFmGeJVu4Xa5DPE72oBftux470.jpeg

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/03/08/22530771/gallerypic/1ZMoedInJkbs4la7EW0DNwc4Ixux80049.jpeg

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/03/08/22530771/gallerypic/1rihni8JYBnJhmd3xrwM3S8yWdm071839.jpeg

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/03/08/22530771/gallerypic/1xLtQckAStbxPGbrElChTtaH6jBpj0874.jpeg

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/03/08/22530771/gallerypic/14LLEV1WabKAx74oAOreYh1O8Q0dNf301.jpeg

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/03/08/22530771/gallerypic/1ofkfPKBmHpsxjiiLI5aU89Eg7Lhg835.jpeg

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/03/08/22530771/gallerypic/1WCjWkcvlQyQORZKgBu7xUDB8YOjVq053.jpeg

[fitlover]

Looking good, Zach!! Abs look awesome!! Just you need to smile, hehe :D

[zgriggs]

Looking good, Zach!! Abs look awesome!! Just you need to smile, hehe :D

Thanks Christine!! And I will work on the smile, just cause you want it ;)

[zgriggs]

DAY 57: Triceps, Biceps, and Abs

Sleep: 7 hours (Up Early Again!)

Music: Mix

Duration: 45 minutes

Supplements
- 8 NO-Beta Pills (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1.5-Scoops CreaDyl w/20 oz Water (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 3-Scoops Glutacene w/20 oz Water (Intra-Workout) **Strawberry, WildBerry, and Orange Mixed Together
- 4 TestX6 Pills (Just Before Bed)

Workout

NOTE: Awesome Workout! Such a pump, and the Thrashing Triceps is murder on my tris.

Thrashing Triceps Routine
Giant Set x 3 (60 second rest between each giant set)
-------------
* Lying Triceps Cable Extension
--Set (25 lbs / 8 PC reps / 8 FRM reps)

* Cable Pressdowns
--Set (25 lbs / 8 PC reps / 8 FRM reps)

* Rope Pressdowns (These HURT)
--Set (25 lbs / 8 PC reps / 8 FRM reps)
-------------


Biceps
Giant Set
-------------
* Barbell Curls
--Set (45 lbs / 8 PC reps / 8 FRM reps)

* Alternating Dumbbell Curls
--Set (20 lbs / 8 PC reps / 8 FRM reps)

* Preacher Curls
--Set (30 lbs / 8 PC reps / 8 FRM reps)
-------------

90 Second Rest

Giant Set
-------------
* Barbell Curls
--Set (45 lbs / 8 PC reps / 8 FRM reps)

* Alternating Dumbbell Curls
--Set (20 lbs / 6 PC reps / 6 FRM reps)

* Preacher Curls
--Set (30 lbs / 8 PC reps / 6 FRM reps)
-------------


Abs
* Standing Oblique Crunch
--Set 1 (25 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (25 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (25 lbs / 10 reps)

* Leg Raise
--Set 1 (bw / 15 reps)
--Set 2 (bw / 15 reps)
--Set 3 (bw / 15 reps)

* Decline Bench Crunch
--Set 1 (bw / 20 reps)
--Set 2 (bw / 20 reps)
--Set 3 (bw / 20 reps)

Total Volume: 7,250 lbs

Thoughts: (Painful workout, my arms wanted to give up so many times. Awesome!)

CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10 (I am leaving the taste the same, but I have grown tired of the Lemon Lime. Need some Orange Cream next time I order more CreaDyl.)
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

TestX6
Sleep: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
---------------
Total: 19/20

Glutacene
Energy: 10/10
Recovery: 10/10
Taste: 11/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
---------------
Total: 40.5/40

[pastorpritch]

Any reason you did the biceps twice and not the triceps? Looking good btw. Only a couple more weeks right?

[drooks10]

Awesome workout, Zach! I'm sure you're arms will thank you in the morning! Haha.

[jovinni]

Great pics! I agree with the smiling part, it makes such a difference!

[zgriggs]

Any reason you did the biceps twice and not the triceps? Looking good btw. Only a couple more weeks right?

Haha, yeah, my arms were dead by the time I got through the two sets on Biceps, so I stopped ;)

And yeah, only 2 more weeks. So I am gonna need to hit it hard to look my best.


Awesome workout, Zach! I'm sure you're arms will thank you in the morning! Haha.

Haha, I bet man, they are already feeling pretty rough, so I can only imagine what tomorrow will bring.


Great pics! I agree with the smiling part, it makes such a difference!

I will do my best to try and smile next time :D

[zgriggs]

DAY 57: Evening Cardio

Sleep: 7 hours (Up Early Again!)

Music: Slipknot

Duration: 30 minutes

Elliptical at Moderate Intensity (130 - 155 BPM)

[fitlover]

Thanks Christine!! And I will work on the smile, just cause you want it ;)

Thanks Zachey ;)

[zgriggs]

DAY 58: Shoulders, Legs, and Calves

Sleep: 9 hours (That evening cardio must have done me in, I was so tired this morning, needed the extra sleep)

Music: Korn

Duration: 45 minutes

Supplements
- 8 NO-Beta Pills (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1.5-Scoops CreaDyl w/20 oz Water (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1.5-Scoops Glutacene w/20 oz Water (Intra-Workout) **Strawberry
- 4 TestX6 Pills (Just Before Bed)

Workout

NOTE: My arms were so dead from yesterdays awesome workout. Also, only a 30 second rest between all sets, so needless to say, my muscles were on fire for the whole workout.

Shoulders

* Shoulder Press
--Set 1 (65 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (65 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (65 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (65 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 5 (65 lbs / 8 reps)

* Seated Machine Shoulder Shrugs
--Set 1 (115 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (115 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (115 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (115 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 5 (115 lbs / 10 reps)

* Dumbbell Front/Side Raise
--Set 1 (10 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (10 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (10 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (10 lbs / 6 reps)


Legs and Calves

* Horizontal Calf Press
--Set 1 (270 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 2 (270 lbs / 16 reps)
--Set 3 (270 lbs / 16 reps)
--Set 4 (270 lbs / 16 reps)

* Leg Extensions
--Set 1 (150 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (150 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (150 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (150 lbs / 8 reps)

* Seated Calf Raise
--Set 1 (150 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 2 (150 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 3 (150 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 4 (150 lbs / 15 reps)

* Seated Leg Curls
--Set 1 (100 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (120 lbs / 10 reps)

Total Volume: 47,150 lbs

Thoughts: (Painful workout, pump was crazy due to the fast pace of the workout.)

CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10 (I am leaving the taste the same, but I have grown tired of the Lemon Lime. Need some Orange Cream next time I order more CreaDyl.)
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

TestX6
Sleep: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
---------------
Total: 19/20

Glutacene
Energy: 10/10
Recovery: 10/10
Taste: 11/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
---------------
Total: 40.5/40

[zgriggs]

DAY 58: Evening Cardio

Sleep: 9 hours

Music: Audioslave

Duration: 30 minutes

Elliptical at Moderate Intensity (130 - 155 BPM)

[zgriggs]

Thanks Zachey ;)

You're welcome :D

[zgriggs]

DAY 59: Chest, Back, and Abs

Sleep: 12 hours (I'm not even kidding. I did not want to get out of bed, so I just laid there for the longest time.)

Music: None

Duration: 50 minutes

Supplements
- 8 NO-Beta Pills (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1.5-Scoops CreaDyl w/20 oz Water (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1.5-Scoops Glutacene w/20 oz Water (Intra-Workout) **Strawberry
- 4 TestX6 Pills (Just Before Bed)

Workout

NOTE: Worked out with my roommate, so rest periods are basically just the time it took for my roommate to finish a set, then I would hop on and pump out my set.

Chest

* Bench Press
--Set 1 (135 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (155 lbs / 4 reps)
--Set 3 (135 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 4 (115 lbs / 8 reps)

* Incline Bench Press
--Set 1 (95 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (95 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 3 (95 lbs / 7 reps)

* Pec Deck Flye
--Set 1 (150 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (150 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (150 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (120 lbs / 15 reps)


Back

SuperSet (NO REST)
--------------------
* MTS Front Pulldown
--Set 1 (120 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 2 (120 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (100 lbs / 10 reps)

* MTS High Row
--Set 1 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (120 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 3 (100 lbs / 8 reps)
--------------------


Abs

* Situps (Random short rest periods)
--Set 1 (bw / 100 reps)

* Lying Leg Raise (Raise off ground and hold for 30 seconds)
--Set 1 (bw / 1 rep)
--Set 2 (bw / 1 rep)
--Set 3 (bw / 1 rep)


Total Volume: 18,895 lbs

Thoughts: (Good Workout!!)

CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10 (I am leaving the taste the same, but I have grown tired of the Lemon Lime. Need some Orange Cream next time I order more CreaDyl.)
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

TestX6
Sleep: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
---------------
Total: 19/20

Glutacene
Energy: 10/10
Recovery: 10/10
Taste: 11/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
---------------
Total: 40.5/40

[journey2swole]

DAY 55: Chest, Back, Biceps, and Abs (German Volume Training)

Sleep: 10 hours

Music: Five Finger Death Punch

Duration: 60 minutes

Supplements
- 8 NO-Beta Pills (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1.5-Scoops CreaDyl w/20 oz Water (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 2-Scoops Glutacene w/20 oz Water (Intra-Workout) **Strawberry and MixedBerry Mixed Together
- 4 TestX6 Pills (Just Before Bed)

Workout

NOTE: Awesome Workout! This way of training is really taxing on the muscles, got a huge pump in my arms and chest.

* Bench Press
(1 minute rest between sets.)
--Set 1 (95 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (95 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (95 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (95 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 5 (95 lbs / 10 reps) *Started to feel the burn here.
--Set 6 (95 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 7 (95 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 8 (95 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 9 (95 lbs / 10 reps) *Last few reps were ROUGH!
--Set 10 (95 lbs / 10 reps) *Last few reps were ROUGH!

* MTS High Row
(1 minute rest between sets)
--Set 1 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 5 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 6 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 7 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 8 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 9 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 10 (80 lbs / 10 reps)

* Standing Alternating Bicep Curls (Superset with Hammer Curls)
(1 minute rest between sets)
--Set 1 (25 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (25 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (25 lbs / 8 reps)

* Hammer Curls
--Set 1 (25 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (25 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (25 lbs / 8 reps)

* Hip Thrust on Incline
--Set 1 (bw / 14 reps)
--Set 2 (bw / 14 reps)
--Set 3 (bw / 12 reps)

* Standing Cable Crunch
--Set 1 (57.5 lbs / 19 reps)
--Set 2 (57.5 lbs / 19 reps)
--Set 3 (57.5 lbs / 19 reps)

* Oblique Crunch (Reps are for each side)
--Set 1 (bw / 24 reps)
--Set 2 (bw / 24 reps)
--Set 3 (bw / 24 reps)

Total Volume: 22,027.5 lbs

Thoughts: (Again, amazing workout. I am anxious to see how the next couple of weeks go.)

CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10 (I am leaving the taste the same, but I have grown tired of the Lemon Lime. Need some Orange Cream next time I order more CreaDyl.)
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

TestX6
Sleep: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
---------------
Total: 19/20

Glutacene
Energy: 10/10
Recovery: 10/10
Taste: 11/10 (Mixed 1 scoop of Wildberry and 1 scoop of Orange today. What an amazing combination. The Wildberry overwhelmed the orange a bit, but still a good combination.)
Mixability: 9.5/10
---------------
Total: 40.5/40

NOTE: Keep an eye out for new pics. I should be posting those sometime Monday since that will be my 8 week mark.

That is an awesome workout Zach, I have wanted to do this in a 3 day cycle for a few weeks to see what kind of muscle I can pack on, now several people who have used it and made huge gains. Once my cut is over I may give this a go.

Do you plan on keeping this routine up or did you just want to give it a try?

Lookin good by the way!! Nice progress.

[zgriggs]

That is an awesome workout Zach, I have wanted to do this in a 3 day cycle for a few weeks to see what kind of muscle I can pack on, now several people who have used it and made huge gains. Once my cut is over I may give this a go.

Do you plan on keeping this routine up or did you just want to give it a try?

Lookin good by the way!! Nice progress.

I wanted to give it a try, but I plan to hit a routine like that hard once I go back on a bulk. I think I might go back on a bulk as soon as this Transformation Challenge is done for me. We'll see.

[zgriggs]

DAY 62: Biceps and Triceps

Sleep: 9 hours

Music: Mix

Duration: 35 minutes

Supplements
- 8 NO-Beta Pills (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1.5-Scoops CreaDyl w/20 oz Water (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1.5-Scoops Glutacene w/20 oz Water (Intra-Workout) **Strawberry
- 4 TestX6 Pills (Just Before Bed)

Workout

NOTE: Sorry all, been out of town visiting the parents for the weekend, just got back today so I did a quick workout when I got back.

Biceps

Superset
---------
* Barbell Curls
--Set 1 (55 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (55 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (55 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (55 lbs / 8 reps)

* Incline Dumbbell Curls
--Set 1 (25 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (25 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 3 (25 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (25 lbs / 6 reps)
--------------

* Machine Preacher Curls
--Set 1 (65 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (65 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (65 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (65 lbs / 8 reps)


Triceps

* Machine Tricep Extensions
--Set 1 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (80 lbs / 10 reps

* Close Grip Bench Press
--Set 1 (55 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 2 (55 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 3 (55 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 4 (55 lbs / 12 reps)

Total Volume: 11,030 lbs

Thoughts: (Good Workout, quick, but good, decent pump in my biceps and triceps.)

CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10 (I am leaving the taste the same, but I have grown tired of the Lemon Lime. Need some Orange Cream next time I order more CreaDyl.)
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

TestX6
Sleep: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
---------------
Total: 19/20

Glutacene
Energy: 10/10
Recovery: 10/10
Taste: 11/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
---------------
Total: 40.5/40

[zgriggs]

DAY 63: Chest, Back, and Abs

Sleep: 9 hours

Music: Nonpoint

Duration: 40 minutes / 60 Minutes

Supplements
- 8 NO-Beta Pills (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1.5-Scoops CreaDyl w/20 oz Water (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1.5-Scoops Glutacene w/20 oz Water (Intra-Workout) **Strawberry
- 4 TestX6 Pills (Just Before Bed)

Workout

NOTE: I had no energy for my morning workout. I am done with this cut for right now, I need to be able to hit the iron hard. So I got some carbs in me and went back for a second session in the afternoon.

Chest

* Bench Press (60 seconds between sets)
--Set 1 (105 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (105 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (105 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (105 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 5 (105 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 6 (105 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 7 (105 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 8 (105 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 9 (105 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 10 (105 lbs / 8 reps)


Back

* MTS High Row (60 seconds between sets)
--Set 1 (90 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (90 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (90 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (90 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 5 (90 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 6 (90 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 7 (90 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 8 (90 lbs / 10 reps)


Chest

* Incline Dumbbell Press (60 seconds between sets)
--Set 1 (25 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (25 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (25 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (30 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 5 (30 lbs / 10 reps)
--------------------------------------------------------------------

Start of Second Workout


Chest

* Incline Barbell Press (90 seconds between sets)
--Set 1 (115 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (115 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (115 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (115 lbs / 5 reps)

* Decline Barbell Press (90 seconds between sets)
--Set 1 (105 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (105 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (105 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (105 lbs / 8 reps)

* Cable Crossovers (60 seconds between sets)
--Set 1 (20 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (20 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (20 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (20 lbs / 10 reps)

* Machine Bench Press (30 seconds between sets)
--Set 1 (95 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 2 (95 lbs / 10 reps)


Abs

* Standing Cable Oblique Crunches
--Set 1 (30 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (35 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 3 (42.5 lbs / 12 reps)

* Leg Raises
--Set 1 (bw / 17 reps)
--Set 2 (bw / 17 reps)
--Set 3 (bw / 17 reps)

* MTS Machine Crunches
--Set 1 (40 lbs / 11 reps)
--Set 2 (30 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 3 (30 lbs / 12 reps)

Total Volume: 30,720 lbs

Thoughts: (Good Workout)

CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10 (I am leaving the taste the same, but I have grown tired of the Lemon Lime. Need some Orange Cream next time I order more CreaDyl.)
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

TestX6
Sleep: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
---------------
Total: 19/20

Glutacene
Energy: 10/10
Recovery: 10/10
Taste: 11/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
---------------
Total: 40.5/40

[fitlover]

You love your volume, that's for sure :)

[drooks10]

2 Sessions a day!!!! You must be cranking up the heat, bro!

[pastorpritch]

Nice work bro. That is why I like having my weights at home, if I have a crappy workout at school I can hit it hard whenever I want. Nicely done!

[zgriggs]

You love your volume, that's for sure :)

I don't know what it is, but if I don't do a lot of volume I never feel worked the next day. When I lift heavy with low volume, sure I am working hard in the gym, but after I never get that muscle soreness. Higher volume also lets me get a good pump going on in the gym. So maybe I am just one of those High Volume guys :D


2 Sessions a day!!!! You must be cranking up the heat, bro!

Yessir! Trying to get it done, putting in that work!


Nice work bro. That is why I like having my weights at home, if I have a crappy workout at school I can hit it hard whenever I want. Nicely done!

Thanks bro! Wish I had a full setup at my house, but my gym is just down the street so its not too bad to go back for a second session.

[zgriggs]

DAY 64: Legs

Sleep:11 hours

Music: None

Duration: 45 minutes

Supplements
- 10 NO-Beta Pills (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1.5-Scoops CreaDyl w/20 oz Water (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 2-Scoops Glutacene w/20 oz Water (Intra-Workout) **Strawberry

Workout

NOTE: Went out and did a bit of drinking last night, and my workout suffered from it. Clearly I have not done as well in this contest as I could have, but I am still pleased with the progress I have made.

Legs

* Squat
--Set 1 (225 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (245 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 3 (245 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (205 lbs / 8 reps)

* Lying Leg Curls
--Set 1 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (80 lbs / 10 reps)

* Leg Extensions
--Set 1 (135 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (135 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (135 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (135 lbs / 10 reps)

* Horizontal Calf Press
--Set 1 (250 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 2 (250 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 3 (250 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 4 (250 lbs / 20 reps)

Total Volume: 34,980 lbs

Thoughts: (Terrible workout. Its what I get for drinking last night.

CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10 (I am leaving the taste the same, but I have grown tired of the Lemon Lime. Need some Orange Cream next time I order more CreaDyl.)
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

TestX6
Sleep: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
---------------
Total: 19/20

Glutacene
Energy: 10/10
Recovery: 10/10
Taste: 11/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
---------------
Total: 40.5/40

[drooks10]

Well....maybe you learned a valuable lesson. Have a awesome workout tomorrow to make up for the lackluster one today.

[zgriggs]

Well....maybe you learned a valuable lesson. Have a awesome workout tomorrow to make up for the lackluster one today.

I plan to for sure! I knew the drink would hinder my workout, but I still like to get out from time to time. That will probably become less and less often as time goes on. Part of growing up I suppose.

[zgriggs]

DAY 65: Shoulders, Biceps, Triceps, and Abs

Sleep:10 hours

Music: Slipknot

Duration: 90 minutes

Supplements
- 10 NO-Beta Pills (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1.5-Scoops CreaDyl w/20 oz Water (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 2-Scoops Glutacene w/20 oz Water (Intra-Workout) **Strawberry

Workout

NOTE: Went all out today. 90 Minutes in the gym of non-stop lifting. I got a huge pump in my arms, and it felt great.

Shoulders

* Barbell Shoulder Press (90 seconds rest between sets)
--Set 1 (95 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (95 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (95 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (95 lbs / 8 reps)

* Machine Side Deltoid Raise (30 seconds rest between sets)
--Set 1 (80 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (80 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (80 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (80 lbs / 8 reps)

* Cable Front Deltoid Raise (No Rest between sets)
--Set 1 (10 lbs / 10 reps) *per side
--Set 2 (7.5 lbs / 10 reps) *per side
--Set 3 (5 lbs / 10 reps) *per side
--Set 4 (5 lbs / 10 reps) *per side

* Reverse Pec Deck (45 seconds rest between sets)
--Set 1 (120 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (120 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (105 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (105 lbs / 8 reps)

* Standing Dumbbell Shoulder Press (No Rest between sets)
--Set 1 (30 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (25 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (20 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 4 (15 lbs / 8 reps)


Biceps

----Triset----(90 second rest between each triset)

* Barbell Curls
--Set 1 (65 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (65 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (65 lbs / 6 reps)

* Cross Body Hammer Curls
--Set 1 (20 lbs / 10 reps) *per arm
--Set 2 (20 lbs / 8 reps) *per arm
--Set 3 (20 lbs / 6 reps) *per arm

* Preacher Curls
--Set 1 (30 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (30 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 3 (30 lbs / 6 reps)


Triceps (Thrashing Triceps Routine)

----Triset----(90 second rest between each triset)

* Lying Cable Tricep Extensions
--Set 1 (25 lbs / 8 PC reps, 8 FRM reps)
--Set 2 (25 lbs / 8 PC reps, 8 FRM reps)
--Set 3 (25 lbs / 8 PC reps. 8 FRM reps)

* Standing Cable Tricep Pressdowns
--Set 1 (25 lbs / 8 PC reps, 8 FRM reps)
--Set 2 (25 lbs / 8 PC reps, 8 FRM reps)
--Set 3 (25 lbs / 8 PC reps. 8 FRM reps)

* Rope Pressdowns
--Set 1 (25 lbs / 8 PC reps, 8 FRM reps)
--Set 2 (25 lbs / 8 PC reps, 8 FRM reps)
--Set 3 (25 lbs / 8 PC reps. 8 FRM reps)


Abs

* Standing Oblique Cable Crunches
--Set 1 (45 lbs / 14 reps)
--Set 2 (45 lbs / 14 reps)
--Set 3 (45 lbs / 14 reps)

* Leg Raises
--Set 1 (bw / 20 reps)
--Set 2 (bw / 16 reps)
--Set 3 (bw / 20 reps)

* Decline Crunches
--Set 1 (bw / 25 reps)
--Set 2 (bw / 25 reps)
--Set 3 (bw / 25 reps)

Total Volume: 19,575 lbs

Thoughts: (GREAT WORKOUT!! Huge pump, my arms were really hurting at the end, and they are even sore now as I type this.)

CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10 (I am leaving the taste the same, but I have grown tired of the Lemon Lime. Need some Orange Cream next time I order more CreaDyl.)
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

TestX6
Sleep: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
---------------
Total: 19/20

Glutacene
Energy: 10/10
Recovery: 10/10
Taste: 11/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
---------------
Total: 40.5/40

[pastorpritch]

Nice work bro!

[zgriggs]

DAY 65: Chest and Back

Sleep:10 hours

Music: Mix

Duration: 80 minutes

Supplements
- 10 NO-Beta Pills (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1.5-Scoops CreaDyl w/20 oz Water (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 2-Scoops Glutacene w/20 oz Water (Intra-Workout) **Strawberry

Workout

NOTE: Great Workout, really hit the Bench Press hard. To think I maxed out with 160lbs on the Bench Press just this past December, and now I am putting up 155lbs for reps.

Chest

* Bench Press (120 seconds rest between sets)
--Set 1 (155 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 2 (155 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 3 (155 lbs / 4 reps)
--Set 4 (145 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 5 (145 lbs / 4 reps)

* Incline Bench Press (90 seconds rest between sets)
--Set 1 (115 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (115 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 3 (115 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (115 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 5 (115 lbs / 5 reps)

* Decline Bench Press (90 seconds rest between sets)
--Set 1 (125 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 2 (125 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 3 (125 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 4 (125 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 5 (125 lbs / 4 reps

----Superset----(30 seconds rest between each superset)
* Dumbbell Flyes
--Set 1 (15 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (15 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (15 lbs / 10 reps)

* Dumbbell Pullover
--Set 1 (30 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (30 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (30 lbs / 10 reps)
-----------------

Back

* Machine Back Extension (40 seconds rest between sets)
--Set 1 (190 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (190 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (190 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (190 lbs / 10 reps)

* MTS Row (60 seconds rest between sets)
--Set 1 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (140 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (160 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 4 (160 lbs / 7 reps)

* MTS Front Pulldown (60 seconds rest between sets)
--Set 1 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (120 lbs / 10 reps)


Total Volume: 28,765 lbs

Thoughts: (GREAT WORKOUT!!)

CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10 (I am leaving the taste the same, but I have grown tired of the Lemon Lime. Need some Orange Cream next time I order more CreaDyl.)
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

Glutacene
Energy: 10/10
Recovery: 10/10
Taste: 11/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
---------------
Total: 40.5/40

[pastorpritch]

Nice lookin' workout, bro. What does MTS stand for?

[zgriggs]

Nice lookin' workout, bro. What does MTS stand for?

I honestly don't know, lol. We have these machines, I think they are LifeFitness machines, or maybe HammerStrength, we have both. Anyways, the ones with MTS on them allow you to move each body part individually. So for example, the MTS Row allows me to pull with my right arm, then my left, separately. I usually pull with both at the same time anyways, but each side still gets worked with the same weight, like dumbbell training, so my strong side doesn't take on the majority of the weight.

[pastorpritch]

OIC, I used to have those machines. I feel like I've talked about this before ... owell, thanks for the reminder and clarification!

[fitlover]

Nice work on that bench, Zach!

[jordansrt]

DAY 65: Chest and Back

Sleep:10 hours

Music: Mix

Duration: 80 minutes

Supplements
- 10 NO-Beta Pills (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 1.5-Scoops CreaDyl w/20 oz Water (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 2-Scoops Glutacene w/20 oz Water (Intra-Workout) **Strawberry

Workout

NOTE: Great Workout, really hit the Bench Press hard. To think I maxed out with 160lbs on the Bench Press just this past December, and now I am putting up 155lbs for reps.

Chest

* Bench Press (120 seconds rest between sets)
--Set 1 (155 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 2 (155 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 3 (155 lbs / 4 reps)
--Set 4 (145 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 5 (145 lbs / 4 reps)

* Incline Bench Press (90 seconds rest between sets)
--Set 1 (115 lbs / 8 reps)
--Set 2 (115 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 3 (115 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 4 (115 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 5 (115 lbs / 5 reps)

* Decline Bench Press (90 seconds rest between sets)
--Set 1 (125 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 2 (125 lbs / 6 reps)
--Set 3 (125 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 4 (125 lbs / 5 reps)
--Set 5 (125 lbs / 4 reps

----Superset----(30 seconds rest between each superset)
* Dumbbell Flyes
--Set 1 (15 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (15 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (15 lbs / 10 reps)

* Dumbbell Pullover
--Set 1 (30 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (30 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (30 lbs / 10 reps)
-----------------

Back

* Machine Back Extension (40 seconds rest between sets)
--Set 1 (190 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (190 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (190 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (190 lbs / 10 reps)

* MTS Row (60 seconds rest between sets)
--Set 1 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (140 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (160 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 4 (160 lbs / 7 reps)

* MTS Front Pulldown (60 seconds rest between sets)
--Set 1 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (120 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (120 lbs / 10 reps)


Total Volume: 28,765 lbs

Thoughts: (GREAT WORKOUT!!)

CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10 (I am leaving the taste the same, but I have grown tired of the Lemon Lime. Need some Orange Cream next time I order more CreaDyl.)
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

Glutacene
Energy: 10/10
Recovery: 10/10
Taste: 11/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
---------------
Total: 40.5/40

Nice work buddy, ive been following and you are doing great

[zgriggs]

Nice work buddy, ive been following and you are doing great

Thanks Bro! Tis much appreciated!!

[zgriggs]

DAY 67: Off

My gym is closed today and tomorrow, or I would be in there doing work. Anyways, I'll be back in the gym Sunday and Monday for one last session, then I will be taking my final progress pics.

[zgriggs]

DAY 68: Off

Again, my gym is closed today, but opens back up tomorrow. So I will be back in the gym at that time.

[zgriggs]

New lifting song! I think it is AWESOME!

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[zgriggs]

DAY 69: Chest, Back, and Abs

Sleep:10 hours

Music: Mix

Duration: 100 minutes

Supplements
- 10 NO-Beta Pills (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 2-Scoops CreaDyl w/20 oz Water (20 minutes Pre-Workout)
- 2.5-Scoops Glutacene w/20 oz Water (Intra-Workout) **Strawberry + WildBerry

Workout

NOTE: Great Workout, really felt the pain in all my lifts and pushed through on every one of them.

Chest

* Bench Press
--Set 1 (135 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (135 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 3 (135 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 4 (135 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 5 (115 lbs / 10 reps)

* Incline Bench Press
--Set 1 (95 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (95 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (95 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (95 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 5 (95 lbs / 8 reps)

* Decline Bench Press
--Set 1 (115 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (115 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (115 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 4 (115 lbs / 7 reps)
--Set 5 (115 lbs / 6 reps

----Superset----(No Rest)
* Dumbbell Flyes
--Set 1 (20 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (20 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (20 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (20 lbs / 10 reps)

* Dumbbell Pullover
--Set 1 (35 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 2 (35 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (35 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (35 lbs / 10 reps)
-----------------

* Pec Deck Flyes
--Set 1 (120 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 2 (120 lbs / 15 reps)


Back

* Machine Back Extension
--Set 1 (190 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 2 (190 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 3 (190 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 4 (190 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 5 (190 lbs / 15 reps)

* Seated Row
--Set 1 (150 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (150 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 3 (150 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 4 (135 lbs / 10 reps)
--Set 5 (135 lbs / 10 reps)

* MTS Front Pulldown
--Set 1 (120 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 2 (120 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 3 (120 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 4 (120 lbs / 12 reps)
--Set 5 (120 lbs / 10 reps)


Abs

* Machine Back Extension
--Set 1 (30 lbs / 25 reps)
--Set 2 (30 lbs / 20 reps)
--Set 3 (30 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 4 (30 lbs / 15 reps)
--Set 5 (30 lbs / 15 reps)


Total Volume: 52,305 lbs

Thoughts: (GREAT WORKOUT!!)

CreaDyl and NO-Beta Stack
Taste: 10/10 (I am leaving the taste the same, but I have grown tired of the Lemon Lime. Need some Orange Cream next time I order more CreaDyl.)
Mixability: 9.5/10
Energy: 10/10
Stamina: 9/10
Strength: 10/10
Pumps: 9/10
Recovery: 10/10
Side-Effects: 8/10
---------------
Total: 75.5/80

Glutacene
Energy: 10/10
Recovery: 10/10
Taste: 11/10
Mixability: 9.5/10
---------------
Total: 40.5/40

[Simpy]

The lemon-lime has gotten old for me as well, although, I'm not a huge lemonaid flavor fan, in the first place. I'm going to shove my leftover stuff at the hubs and make Jordan send me some orange. :D

[zgriggs]

I have finished the 10-Week Double T Sports Transformation Challenge! Here is my update:

Stats

Weight = 185 lbs
Body Fat = 20 %
Note: This tells me I did not gain much as far as size goes, but I also did not eat for size during the whole contest. Also, I made tremendous gains in strength, so in my eyes this contest was a Win for me.

Original Measurements

Arms = 12.5 inches
Forearms = 11.5 inches
Chest = 38.25 inches
Shoulders = 46 inches
Waist = 37 inches
Hips = 37.5 inches
Thighs = 22 inches
Calves = 14.5 inches
Neck = 16 inches


New Measurements

Arms = 12.75 inches
Forearms = 11.75 inches
Chest = 39.25 inches
Shoulders = 47.5 inches
Waist = 35 inches
Hips = 37.25 inches
Thighs = 22 inches
Calves = 14.5 inches
Neck = 16 inches


Images
You will have to forgive my crappy posing.

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/03/22/22530771/gallerypic/1sR0H3VqmzZubIVRXgzC4RpuN18sd0166.jpeg

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/03/22/22530771/gallerypic/1OVGoYQKT3oILBkRSoim25ns6y5E0775.jpeg

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/03/22/22530771/gallerypic/1E4ZtCUBQ46HmyN0Tp3lABuhKf5t1596.jpeg

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/03/22/22530771/gallerypic/1fnx6GpxoKcuQaURV0xbR7WUrMKKn5800.jpeg

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/03/22/22530771/gallerypic/1VFTnQ0vsbHbheTkkxnuCiSiHY41205.jpeg

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/03/22/22530771/gallerypic/10mxFGMSP3AdJdcL9v5i9dRTfWqbFo0578.jpeg


Thoughts

As I stated above, I did not gain much size, but again, I did not eat for size all the time. I am still not very good with my diet, but I am slowly fixing that.

However, during these 10 weeks I have made leaps and bounds in my strength. So I am very excited for what the future holds for my gains once I get my diet dialed in, and everything else in order.

This has truly been an excellent experience, and I would recommend DoubleT products to anyone!

[drooks10]

Awesome job, Zach! Congrats on finishing strong!

The strength gains should really keep you motivated to continue on your journey to Swoleness!!!! I'm looking forward to seeing your continued progress!

[zgriggs]

Awesome job, Zach! Congrats on finishing strong!

The strength gains should really keep you motivated to continue on your journey to Swoleness!!!! I'm looking forward to seeing your continued progress!

I appreciate your constant support David! It's people like you and everyone else who constantly posts words of encouragement that can keep us going sometimes.

I think I am going to take a week off, just kind of relax and catch up on some school work. Really stressed right now with this whole grad school thing, and the strain I have put my body through probably isn't helping me right now.

So after this week I plan to start up a workout log and get even more detailed with it. I would consider it an honor if you'd stop by every now and then. And of course, if you plan to get another log up and running, you can count on me for support.

[fitlover]

You look awesome, Zach. I'm so proud of you :)

And you're just going to keep getting better!! I hope you're proud too!

[pastorpritch]

lookin good bro. I couldn't help but notice the picture in the background on your wall. I finally bought the magazine and have the picture myself, great motivation.
I hope you continue another log as I will surely follow along

[kconnell]

Nice progress. How long of a period was this?
How come you don't look like the guy posing on the wall behind you? JK!

[jordansrt]

I have finished the 10-Week Double T Sports Transformation Challenge! Here is my update:

Stats

Weight = 185 lbs
Body Fat = 20 %
Note: This tells me I did not gain much as far as size goes, but I also did not eat for size during the whole contest. Also, I made tremendous gains in strength, so in my eyes this contest was a Win for me.

Original Measurements

Arms = 12.5 inches
Forearms = 11.5 inches
Chest = 38.25 inches
Shoulders = 46 inches
Waist = 37 inches
Hips = 37.5 inches
Thighs = 22 inches
Calves = 14.5 inches
Neck = 16 inches


New Measurements

Arms = 12.75 inches
Forearms = 11.75 inches
Chest = 39.25 inches
Shoulders = 47.5 inches
Waist = 35 inches
Hips = 37.25 inches
Thighs = 22 inches
Calves = 14.5 inches
Neck = 16 inches


Images
You will have to forgive my crappy posing.

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/03/22/22530771/gallerypic/1sR0H3VqmzZubIVRXgzC4RpuN18sd0166.jpeg

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/03/22/22530771/gallerypic/1OVGoYQKT3oILBkRSoim25ns6y5E0775.jpeg

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/03/22/22530771/gallerypic/1E4ZtCUBQ46HmyN0Tp3lABuhKf5t1596.jpeg

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/03/22/22530771/gallerypic/1fnx6GpxoKcuQaURV0xbR7WUrMKKn5800.jpeg

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/03/22/22530771/gallerypic/1VFTnQ0vsbHbheTkkxnuCiSiHY41205.jpeg

http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/03/22/22530771/gallerypic/10mxFGMSP3AdJdcL9v5i9dRTfWqbFo0578.jpeg


Thoughts

As I stated above, I did not gain much size, but again, I did not eat for size all the time. I am still not very good with my diet, but I am slowly fixing that.

However, during these 10 weeks I have made leaps and bounds in my strength. So I am very excited for what the future holds for my gains once I get my diet dialed in, and everything else in order.

This has truly been an excellent experience, and I would recommend DoubleT products to anyone!
Proud of you buddy, awesome work

[zgriggs]

Thanks Everyone!

I am certainly proud of what I have accomplish.

After these 10 weeks, I certainly feel like the sky is the limit.

As I stated early, I am going to take a week off, then get back on it hard, and at that time I will start up my own Workout Log, so I will be sure to let you all know when that is up and running.

I'll look like the guy in the poster before long :p

[jtalerico]

Thanks Everyone!

I am certainly proud of what I have accomplish.

After these 10 weeks, I certainly feel like the sky is the limit.

As I stated early, I am going to take a week off, then get back on it hard, and at that time I will start up my own Workout Log, so I will be sure to let you all know when that is up and running.

I'll look like the guy in the poster before long :p

Good work ZG. Now man up move to Raleigh so I have a lifting partner. Nobody wants to do the bible, and I look like a ******* with a deck of cards at the gym!

Good work bro!

[zgriggs]

Good work ZG. Now man up move to Raleigh so I have a lifting partner. Nobody wants to do the bible, and I look like a ******* with a deck of cards at the gym!

Good work bro!

Haha, thanks bro! And don't worry, I'll be in Raleigh one of these days, and then we will be doing it big!

[Marz9020]

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