Big Shot Bobby's Ballin Wit Magnum Serum! [Archive]

rob112

09-22-2011, 12:09 PM

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EDIT: Had them same size, but the link for one wouldn't post.

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40 Servings Blue Raspberry
Supplement Facts
Serving Size1Scoop(17g)
Servings Per Container40
Amount Per Serving % Daily Value
Calories 14
Fat 0g 0%
Saturated Fat 0g
+ Trans 0g
Carbohydrates 2.5g <1%
Sugars (Organic Cane) 2g
Protein 1g 2%
Muscle Expansion Amplifiers™ 5,115mg †
Beta-Alanine
Betaine
Glynostemma Pentaphyllum (95% Gypenosides)
L-Norvaline Ethyl Ester
Ornithine Ethyl Ester HCL
Ornithine AKG
L-Taurine
L-Taurine Ethyl Ester
L-Histidine
L-Leucine Alpha Ketoisocaproic Calcium
L-Leucine Ethyl Ester
L-Isoleucine Ethyl Ester
L-Valine Ethyl Ester
Perpetuating Pump Complex™ 3,510mg †
Arginine Ethyl Ester
Arginine AKG
Arginine HCL
Arginine Decanoate
Arginine Ketoisocaproate
L-Citrulline AKG 2:1
L-Glycine
Red Wine Extract
Grapeseed Extract
Suspended Hardening Blend™ 3,000mg †
Creatine Ethyl Ester
Tri-Creatine Malate
Creatine Pyruvate
Creatine Orotate
Creatine Decanoate
Serum Hyper-Exertion Mix™ 400mg †
Guarana Extract
Caffeine Anhydrous
Green Tea Leaf
Grapefruit Extract
L-Tyrosine
Kola Nut
Insulin Support Matrix™ 50mg †
K-R-Alpha-Lipoic Acid
R-Alpha-Lipoic Acid
Alpha Lipoic Acid
Gymnema Sylvestre
Bilberry

About Me

I am coming off of a recent shoulder injury and just starting to get back into gear with the push movements(been going light for about a month or so). Aside from that I have a clean bill of health. I workout...I workout simply because I love it. It is a lot of fun for me. I started a years ago but I have only been what I would call serious for a few years. When I started I was about 215 lbs with absolutely no strength at all. I couldn't do a pull up, I could barely deadlift 135lbs, I couldn't I couldn't blah blah. Currently I am 10 fold stronger than I was before(obviously), and my weight is in the mid-170's. I have been trying to gain lean mass(as we all have). Aside from that I am a busy guy. I have a baby on the way, I am in college, and I work part-time at The Vitamin Shoppe. Life has been busy but it will pay off. I ramble so on to the next thing :D

Supplements

For this log I will only be using:
MN Serum
CL OT Multi
Probiotics/Digestive Enzymes
I may get some more fish oil or other health supps and that's it. The profile has 3,000mg Creatine complex per rounded scoop, and I work out 5 to 6 days a week(depending on my body) so I feel that I should be plenty saturated off of this product alone.

Workouts

Chest
Legs
Shoulders
Back
Core
Arms

If my body is very sore I may occasionally leave out either core or arms. For the most part I hit them all each week. I have a some what "malleable" plan workout plan with a basic guide line. I have been trying to get in as many working sets in as possible since I am trying to gain mass; not a whole lot of 1RM's as of late. Chest day and shoulder day are interchangeable, as well as back and leg day. I do that depending on soreness. I go in with a plan of "what I want to hit" and I go to work. I switch out exercises to keep it fun and my body guessing(IE rack pulls in place of dead lifts, BB military press in place of DB seated press, hack squats in place of back squats, etc).

Workouts will be posted in full so that you can get the hang of what I mean. Workouts are based off of compounds first, isolation second.

Diet

I am eating at 3500 calories right now. Due to hectic lifestyle the macros vary some. I always track the diet and I consistently get around 230 of protein a day, but the rest changes. I try to keep it healthy with some cheat meals(not days). The reason is like on a day when I have morning school, work, then night school, I really can't be making the food I want. I usually will make some pretty gnarly shakes on those days. Any changes in diet will be noted the day of change.

What will I be gauging on Magnum Serum?

Simply put:
Taste
Mix-ability
Energy
Focus
Pump
Anaerobic Endurance(don't do much cardio lately...workout endurance basically)
Recovery

I always feel that the strength and mass in regards to pre-workouts is a direct derivative of these categories mentioned; along with diet. If I noticed anything outside the categories I will mention. I do not particularly like number systems until the end. My reasoning is there are many variables that can go into a given workout. IMO, for me, I prefer to look over the whole body of work to gauge. Sometimes people have bad days, and that isn't the supplements fault; and the converse of that is true. Daily thoughts will be detailed still, of course. If I get demand of a daily numbering system I will put one in place.

Thank You

Thanks to the guys at Magnum Nutraceuticals for giving me this opportunity to do this log. I really appreciate it. If there is anything you would like me to change about anything in the log let me know. Anyone else reading can express concerns as well.

Enough talk, time to do work!

rob112

09-22-2011, 12:39 PM

Day 1: September 22nd, 2011-Shoulders(second day of real shoulder work since injury)

Warm up-Basketball...it's always basketball so I won't be writing this again lol
DB Shoulder Press-40's x 12wu(warm up), 60's x 8, 6, and 5, 35's x 7 w/pause(with pause means pausing at contracting point)
BB shrugs-225 x 10 x 4
Cable Lateral Raises(hanging laterally)-30 x 8es(each side) x 4
Reverse Flies on incline bench-25's x 10 x 3
HS Shoulder Press-90 x 10wu, 110 x 10, 140 x 8 and 7, 90 x 10 w/pause
DB Shrugs(1 second up, 2 down)-65's x 18, 13 and 10(little rest between)

Personal Notes:
Not quite where I was before, but getting there. Weird thing, I find DB reverse flies w/no bench easier, and DB Lateral raises easier than what I did above. I guess because they isolate better, therefore it is nearly impossible to use other parts of the body.

Magnum Serum Notes:
-Today I was feeling beat since I woke up. I took two scoops pre-workout and I was feeling it at the gym. Major energy boost.
-Focus was awesome as well. Both combined made for an awesome workout. My J was on fire today during warm up B-ball. Call me splash :D
-Pumps were decent. I will note that I usually don't get a whole lot of pump on shoulder days in general. It gets pumped, but not like other days. Arms/Back days will really test that.
-Taste was good. Really not too sweet, but a really good after taste. I used Blue Raspberry today
-Mix-ability was decent. Like many other pres, if you let your cup sit some will go to the bottom. I use a shaker bottle so no big deal.
-Product was clumped up when I opened it. I just took a butter knife and broke it all up. These last two really aren't a big deal to me. All I really care about is if the product is working :)

Overall for first day I really enjoyed it. Helped me get my ass in gear!

Song that pumped me up today was a classic:
Rf2m5sTagPo

Any questions/comments/concerns just ask.
Tomorrow is Back day! Probably my favorite!

Peace out girl scouts :D

Kon_Rock

09-22-2011, 01:26 PM

Awesome start bud, this is gonna another great log for sure.

teamnewbody

09-22-2011, 09:27 PM

In on this Bro, looking forward to how this stacks up for you.
Check out my log as well Bro.
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=138059983

pwicks83

09-23-2011, 04:46 AM

Nice start to the log. Preety decent shoulder workout for just coming back from an injury. Grape Serum is my favorite flavor of the 3.

rob112

09-23-2011, 08:54 AM

Awesome start bud, this is gonna another great log for sure.

Hell yes broham. Oh, that **** is a pretty bad ass design too btw. I am impress.

In on this Bro, looking forward to how this stacks up for you.
Check out my log as well Bro.
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=138059983

Will sub bro!

Nice start to the log. Preety decent shoulder workout for just coming back from an injury. Grape Serum is my favorite flavor of the 3.

Thanks man. I am not quite where I was, but I am not far off either. The discomfort comes more on the benching. I have always had some problems there than anywhere else. I live by a motto my grandfather taught me about this: "Don't let what you can't do stop you from doing what you can." Works on life in general.

rob112

09-23-2011, 09:07 AM

Day 2: September 23rd, 2011-Back

Chin Ups-BW x 10wu, BW + 25 x 5wu, BW + 45 x 5, 3, 3, 3, BW x 5 w/pause
Rack Pulls-225 x 10wu, 315 x 5wu, 365 x 5, 405 x 2, 315 x 3 w/pause(at top)
Reverse Grip BB Bent Over Rows-135 x 8, 155 x 6, 165 x 5, 185 x 4, 135 x 8 w/slight pause at top

Notes
-Only three exercises, but definitely a hard work out. Felt really good. Woke up sluggish again. Last few years on the change of season my sinuses get a little whacky. Once I get going I'm good though.

Serum Notes
-Tried Grape. I liked the flavor. Once again not very sweet, but really like the after taste of this.
-Mix-ability was the same as expected.
-Energy and Focus were both very solid.
-Got a solid pump going in my lats and biceps from the chins and it built from there.
-I think it is still to soon to comment on other aspects. I do really dig not having to worry about taking creatine(not that it's hard).
-Also nice not using other stims. As a guy that has always had sleep problems I like my stims :)
-Beta Alinine must have a decent amount because I get the "tingles" from it.

Song that got me going today was
LtpTuuldzLI
**** gets me pumped :D

Tomorrow is either arms or core depending on how my bi's feel. Most likely core though.
Until then...PEACE!

pwicks83

09-23-2011, 09:29 AM

I love your grandfather's motto. It fits with all aspects of life.

rob112

09-23-2011, 01:36 PM

I love your grandfather's motto. It fits with all aspects of life.

Agreed. He is a very philosophically driven dude. Where I get a lot of my life lessons from.

teamnewbody

09-23-2011, 08:55 PM

rob112

09-24-2011, 04:09 AM

Nice work Bro, love the chin ups!

I do too! Haha
One of my favorite exercises :D

rob112

09-24-2011, 06:54 PM

Day 3: September 24th, 2011-Arms

Spider Curls-60 x 10, 10, 8, and 8
Seated EZ Bar Tricep Extensions-60 x 10 x 4
Seated Alternating Hammer Curls-45's x 8ea, 7ea, 6ea, 6ea
Tricep Pushdowns-120 x 10, 160 x 10, 200(Rack) x 4, 160 x 8
21's-50 for 2 sets

Notes
-Kinda messed up schedule this week so no core day.
-Gym was packed and I was on a schedule so only could do so much.
-Back to normal next week.

Serum Notes
-I can already see that I love the Focus/Energy aspect. 2 scoops pre-workout really is a nice boost.
-Used Blue Raspberry again and I definitely dig the flavor. I will keep switching and eventually get what I like more...I may even mix them one day for the hell of it :D
-Pumps were nice today. Started on the first set and didn't stop until after I was home.
-Couldn't really test endurance since limited with schedule/packed gym, and still too soon on the recovery aspect. I am not expecting anything ridiculous of course, but the profile with beta alanine, creatine, leucine, yada yada, should definitely help to a degree; I am sure it will in time. It's only Day 3! :D

Overall: So far so good :)

pwicks83

09-26-2011, 04:44 AM

Not a bad arm day for being in a packed gym and on a tight schedule bro. Bust it out hard this week.

rob112

09-26-2011, 02:33 PM

Not a bad arm day for being in a packed gym and on a tight schedule bro. Bust it out hard this week.

Thanks bro. It was a good workout, I just couldn't do some things that I like to do.

rob112

09-26-2011, 02:36 PM

wuskillz

09-26-2011, 05:37 PM

Subbed! Greats start except sinus infection. Hope you get to feeling better

Kon_Rock

09-26-2011, 05:49 PM

No workout today. I've been sipping on nyquil and sleeping most of the day. The sinus infection came on in full force when I woke up today. Sinus headache, chest congestion, sore throat, etc; basically all the goodies. Gonna rest it up more and get back to ASAP. I hate not being able to hit the gym, but I don't want to make it worse.

As soon as things are a go I will let you guys know.

I had a little touch of sinus headache last week, fun stuff! Hope your feeling better man, take it easy

teamnewbody

09-27-2011, 03:32 PM

No workout today. I've been sipping on nyquil and sleeping most of the day. The sinus infection came on in full force when I woke up today. Sinus headache, chest congestion, sore throat, etc; basically all the goodies. Gonna rest it up more and get back to ASAP. I hate not being able to hit the gym, but I don't want to make it worse.

As soon as things are a go I will let you guys know.

I hear you Brother, I feel like I wasted a day when I dont get my workout addiction filled. But your only hurting yourself by not recovering. Hope you feel better Bro quickly.

rob112

09-27-2011, 03:43 PM

Subbed! Greats start except sinus infection. Hope you get to feeling better

I had a little touch of sinus headache last week, fun stuff! Hope your feeling better man, take it easy

I hear you Brother, I feel like I wasted a day when I dont get my workout addiction filled. But your only hurting yourself by not recovering. Hope you feel better Bro quickly.

Thanks brotatos! I am on an antibiotic now and I am feeling better today than yesterday. I'll be back up and running soon!

rob112

09-28-2011, 07:10 PM

Still sick. It's 10:00 eastern time. I've been pretty bummed I got sick at the beginning of this. It is disappointing to me, and I am sure it is to Team Magnum. All I can say is I am doing everything I can to get better. Aside from college and doctor visits regarding my baby on the way I have been sleeping. What I am getting at is this; as soon as I am feeling better I am gonna hit the gym with a vengeance. This log will not disappoint. As soon as I can go back you all will know.

Kon_Rock

09-28-2011, 07:26 PM

rob112

10-03-2011, 12:09 PM

All good buddy, rest up and get 100%. I know you'll take care of business when your back in the gym. Looking forward to that :D

Thanks bro!

Update Incoming

rob112

10-03-2011, 12:35 PM

Day 4(after over a week!):October 3rd, 2011-Shoulders

NOTE: Still not 100%, but getting there. Mostly just left over mucus. Been using one of those Neti Pots and draining mucus on the daily. It is gross, but it works lol. I haven't taken any supplements since Septemer 23rd that have relation to muscle enhancement/performance; just multi, NAC, probiotics...basically health related. The only caffeine I had was a few sugar free RockStars to help get me through college/work. So I am at basically ground zero with any saturation.

Workout
Smith Machine Shoulder Press-25's Each side x 10warm up, 45's x 8, 7, and 6
Smith Machine Upright Row-45's x 8, 7, 8, 6
Seated DB Side Raises-20's x 10, 10, 8
Alternating DB Front Raises-30's x 8ea, 7ea, 7ea
Reverse Flies-30's x 10, 35's x 8 x 3

Personal Notes
-Not the best workout, but not bad either. Surprised myself on the upright rows because that was more reps then when previously tried. A few moves weren't as good as before, but overall I am happy with it. After the workout I coughed out some of the leftover mucus that is still in my lungs, went home and took all my health supps, and made a delicious myofusion and strawberry greek yogurt shake :D I feel really good now. I will be back in full swing soon. Also, since I still ate a lot I feel I gained minor BF, but nothing I'm worried about.

Magnum Serum Notes
-Did the blue razz. Two Scoops Pre. Enjoy the taste of it. I really enjoy it. Almost like a treat that ain't too sweet.
-The energy aspect really helped me through this workout.
-Actually got some pretty decent pumps for a shoulder day, especially after the reverse flies. Solid.
-Since I wasn't really one hundred percent this wasn't my most grueling workout, but I feel it played a roll in the endurance. I know my body pretty well and I am very happy about what I did today not being 100% YET.
-Saturation of all supps bodybuilding related starts today, so I will have more details probably in like a week regarding long(er) term effects, endurance, maximum effort, extra reps, and all those goodies.
-Over all I am digging the product. Happy I got sick after only a couple tries so I basically have a fresh start. Things gunna get gooood son! haha

Also, not yet, but later in the log I will start discussing the profile. Obviously I am NOT an expert, or a formulator, but I will discuss HOW I FEEL about it. I really like certain aspects of it, others I PERSONALLY would do a little different. Overall it will be good :) It will be hard with the prop blends. I don't particularly like prop blends, but I do understand their purpose in a world full of scam artists. More to come on this, but certain things about the formula I really like so I figure why not review that aspect some too.

My song of the day was
CSQUfTBcOu4
ENJOY!

Peace!

rob112

10-04-2011, 10:51 AM

Day 5: October 3rd, 2011-Legs

BB Hack Squats-135 x 10wu, 185 x 8wu, 225 x 5, 275 x 4, 295 x 3, 315 x 2(PR)
Lying Leg Curl-100 x 10wu, 140 x 4, 130 x 5, 120 x 5, 110 x 5(Little Rest/Awesome Pump!)
Sumo DB Squats-60 x 10wu, 70 x 8w/pause(about 20 secs at bottom), 80 x 8w/p x 2(Nice Pump)

Notes
-The mucus is making the endurance aspect kinda hard
-Strength is still good with the PR in weight and reps
-Only gonna get better as I get to 100%(volume/weight). For example, I would also do another move and some calf work.
-Oh, almost forgot, my weight has been staying pretty much in limbo so I upped my calories to 4000! Will keep an eye on this bc it is the most I ever went up to on a daily basis. Not too worried about fat, but my aim is only SOME fat for the lean bulk. will update if I need to lower it a little or any change. Gonna be hard so 1000 calorie shakes on busy days here I come lol.

Magnum Notes
-Pump today form second two exercises was great. After my major strength compound move I did rep schemes to work towards testing pump. Fells good bro. May have looked like a weirdo pulling up my short sleeves to bust a nice flex lol.
-Product definitely gave me the energy and focus to help me get through. Can't weight to get in the swing at 100% on the respiratory end.
-Did the grape. I am really digging the flavors. I use a shaker bottle so I just do a quick shake before sips and I have no issues with anything. Solid IMO.
-Much move to come as I get better and get saturated with some of the ingredients.

Song today was
q5-4-x_nvxI&ob=av2n

Peace!

Kon_Rock

10-04-2011, 06:17 PM

Awesome updates bud, glad your back at it and hearing your enjoying Serum. The Blue Raspberry is surprising,

rob112

10-04-2011, 08:04 PM

Awesome updates bud, glad your back at it and hearing your enjoying Serum. The Blue Raspberry is surprising,

Thanks man. Pretty soon when I got this mucus production down things should get joocy :D

MetFan

10-04-2011, 08:31 PM

In on this. Magnum = Top Notch.

Just got my Serum in today, had a pretty solid Arm blast.

Sucks about getting sick, but seems you are getting over it now.

rob112

10-04-2011, 08:41 PM

In on this. Magnum = Top Notch.

Just got my Serum in today, had a pretty solid Arm blast.

Sucks about getting sick, but seems you are getting over it now.

Yea I am liking it so far. The energy/focus is really shining so far. I hate being sick, feels like wasted days. Almost over it though.

rob112

10-05-2011, 02:31 PM

Day 6: October 4th, 2011-Chest

Incline DB Press-50's x 12wu, 60's x 10, 70's x 7, 60's x 8
super sets with
Flat Bench EZ Bar Pull Overs-50x 10, 8, 10, 7
Dips-BW x 12wu, BW + 45 x 10, 8, 6
Body Crosses-High Position->Middle->Lower Middle->Low. First set 60es, then 50es, then 40es. Done with little rest...H, M, LM, L then rest, repeat.
High-10, 10, 10
Mid-10, 10, 8
Low Mid-10, 8, 8
Low-8, 8, 8

Personal Notes
-Not exactly where I was before injury but I am pretty close. Not my most impressive muscle group, but this was an excellent workout IMO.
-Getting better each day!

Magnum Serum Notes
-Blue Razz is delicious. I am gonna have to decide which I like better. I am having trouble lol. Both good.
-I would suggest to people to use a shaker bottle. Not that mixing is bad, it is just easier to give a little shake before sips.
-Pump was solid. Not as good as yesterday, but definitely good.
-Still love the energy/focus off of 2 scoops prior to exercise.
-Endurance was solid today. I was in the gym for longer than I though...kinda in a rush to get to night school now lol.
-I am overall pleased with the product.
-Will get into more as I get it in my system more of course.

Song today was!
8_z7AYFEras
Enjoy!

PEACE OUT GIRL SCOUTS!

MetFan

10-05-2011, 03:24 PM

rob112

10-06-2011, 06:05 AM

Pretty good session still, all things considered.

Like the fact you hit Chest from every angle possible with the Crossovers. I usually just do H-M-L or one insane set of FST-7.

Seems most are doing the 2 scoops pre. Will see how that works for me later on. Right now going to stick 1 Pre/Post.

Yeah I was gonna do three angles, but realized that I wasn't low enough on the third. Will get right next week. The ML angle was only so so anyways. Awesome pump though.

I like the two pre bc the energy is whooo hoooo lol. But keep in mind I like teh stimz :D

rob112

10-06-2011, 06:17 AM

Day 7: October 5th, 2011-Back

Chin Ups-BW x 10wu, BW + 25 x 8, BW + 45 x 5, BW + 70 x 1.5w/pause, BW + 45 x 3, BW + 25 x 6, BW x 10 w/pause
Rows(Chest on 45 degree board HS)-90 x 8, 100 x 7, 115 x 6, 135 x 4(Pretty sure PR in reps), 90 x 10w/slight pause at top
Hyper Extensions-BW + 45 x 15 x 4

Personal Notes
-Trained Fasted. At gym by 7. Got work soon.
-Chest was sore as suck from yesterday
-Really zoned in on the lats. They felt blasted.
-Just about 100% now. I'd estimate above 90.
-Strength is doing good. Only few moves but lots of sets.
-No Deadlifts or Racks today, but my legs are sore from my workout earlier in the week; plus my back was blasted.

Magnum Serum
-One of these days I will do 1 scoop of each flavor separate to pick my favorite flavor lol.
-Nice pump today. My bi's were ever pumped as hell from the start.
-Product delivers on the intensity.
-Trained fasted and felt great and still got a pump. Pretty sweet. Aside from the product not a single carb was given.
-I think the Amino Acids make this product good for when fasted training happens. Good to know.
-Just gonna keep getting better :D

Song today was:
pQabqEvOn5U&feature=results_video&playnext=1&list=PLBF6365C1A27FD8F3
ENJOY!

PEACE!

MetFan

10-06-2011, 07:38 PM

Nice workout bro.

Light on movements, but good volume.

Nice you hit a PR, always feels good to do that, especially coming back from being sick.

Keep at it, looks like Serum is doing as advertised.

rob112

10-06-2011, 07:48 PM

Nice workout bro.

Light on movements, but good volume.

Nice you hit a PR, always feels good to do that, especially coming back from being sick.

Keep at it, looks like Serum is doing as advertised.

Thanks bro. Endurance isn't quite there...and sometimes I can get carried away in a move. When it's something like chins it takes a lot out of me. Same thing happens on deadlift PR attempt days.

Serum has definitely been helping me.

rob112

10-08-2011, 06:50 AM

Update later! Went this morning but heading into work!

rob112

10-08-2011, 08:40 PM

Day 8: October 8th, 2011-Shoulders

DB Shoulder Press-45's x 10wu, 55's x 8, 65's x 6, 60's x 7
BB Standing Row-Bar x 10, 95 x 8, 8, 7(Crazy how much easier on smith)
BB Shrugs-225 x 8 x 3
DB Side Raise-30 x 10 x 2
DB ALT. Front Raise-30's x 8ea x 2
Reverse Flies-35's x 8, 10

Personal Notes
-Feeling fine. Just lingering mucus, but I feel good again.
-Bought some OsteoSport trial sizes at work to see if that helps the joints. Looks like a good profile, and I got it cheap so we'll see.
-Had to go to gym early today. Will do same tomorrow. Work + manager on vacation + school + baby on the way = I just gotta workout in the time I can.
-Only gonna move up from here!

Magnum Serum
-I decided! I like Blue Razz better for taste, but Grape is a close second.
-Felt good once I got started even though I trained fasted and got to the gym at dark 'o' clock.
-Pumps were decent today. Especially at the end during the isolation moves.
-No PR's, but my press is getting close to what it was pre-injury. Probably be there very soon!
-Endurance is moving up. I know getting better has to do with it, but training fasted early as **** I have been having little rest in between sets due to time limit(per say).

Song of the day was!
Grw1XzIC6wQ

PEACE!

rob112

10-09-2011, 07:01 AM

Day 9:October 9th, 2011-Arms

DB Incline Curls-20's x 10wu, 30's x 10 x 2
Spider Curls-60 x 10, 8, 7, 7(switching in/out grips)
Standing EZ Curls-80 x 6, 90 x 5, 100 x 1(Thought I'd get 2! Next week!)
21's-50 x 2 sets
Tricep Pushdowns-120 x 10, 170 x 10, 200(Rack) x 6
Decline EZ Head Bangers-80 x 7, 7, 5
DB Tricep OH Extensions-65 x 10, 80 x 5, 4(BEAT!)

Notes
-Added some aminos since I am training fasted
-Feeling good!

Magnum Serum
-Focus/Energy was great
-Pumps were good
-Getting better all the time
-Endurance is up. BCAA's help, but most people eat breakfast!
-Only getting better! So far so good!

Song
LgDoVQxY1VU
PEACE!

snagency

10-09-2011, 12:20 PM

well, i was going to subscribe here and eat some popcorn..

wth happened to Rob?

MetFan

10-09-2011, 09:32 PM

well, i was going to subscribe here and eat some popcorn..

wth happened to Rob?

No idea, but seems a few good guys got the hammer this weekend. :confused:

Well so far workouts have been good, hopefully he can remember it all when he returns. :D

stayready

10-10-2011, 06:10 AM

snagency

10-10-2011, 06:12 AM

No idea, but seems a few good guys got the hammer this weekend. :confused:
"rob" must have been a popular name to ban. :o
yeah like you said he wasn't the only one.

I know Rob irl, his log updates will come through me while he's off at band camp.very good.
i hate wasting freshly made popcorn.

Kon_Rock

10-10-2011, 06:47 AM

Great workout buddy, glad Serum is going great. It seems to just get better and better

stayready

10-10-2011, 05:06 PM

Day 10: October 10th, 2011-Back

Chins-BW x 10wu, BW + 25 x 6, BW + 45 x 5, BW + 25 x 6, BW x 8
Rack Pulls-225 x 10wu, 315 x 8, 365 x 5, 405 x 3(Think PR in reps by 1)
Reverse Grip BOR's-135 x 8wu, 155 x 6, 165 x 5, 135 x 11
Close Grip Pull Downs(angle attachments/leaning back)-120 x 8 x 3
Hyperextensions-BW + 45 x 15 x 3

Notes
-Felt Great! Decided to go after work.
-Gym mobbed, but good thing a lot of people neglect back :)

Magnum Serum
-Endurance is up. I did this work out in about 35-40 minutes...and it was better than last weeks!
-Loving the "Kick Start" serum gives me! Focus and energy really shine on this product
-Do I need to do taste every week? lol JK. I dig the taste of both
-Pumps in the lower back after the pulls were awesome. Really good pumps like the whole time.
-Only gonna keep getting better!

Song today was!
Sorry no song lol. I was just zoning without the ipod on even. Oh, and thanks to my brotato Stayready for allowing the log to go on!

Peace out guys!

i'm happy to help!

stayready

10-11-2011, 05:30 PM

the latest:

Day 11: October 11th, 2011-Chest

Incline DB Press-45's x 16wu, 55's x 8, 65's x 8, 75's x 5
HS ISO Wide Chest-45es x 10, 90es x 10, 110es x 8, 120es x 6, 90es x 8
Dips-BW x 8wu, BW + 45 x 8, 5, BW x 10
Cable Crosses-H>M>L @ 50es: H15, 10, M10, 9, L10,10

Notes
-Woke up at 5:30 to get the gym in today
-Best chest day since injury
-Trained fasted

Serum Notes
-Pump was awesome today!
-Endurance was awesome! Went through this one quick.
-Focus and Energy are still awesome!

Trouble concentrating right now. Beat as ****! I can tell you the workout was awesome. I am digging Serum. Better update tomorrow guys. Long day plus complaining GF makes Bobby wanna sleep lol.

Peace out! And thanks for following guys! I am checking out the other ones...just can't post in them anymore(well for a month). Peace!

stayready

10-12-2011, 12:00 PM

Here it is:

Day 12: October 12th, 2011-Legs

Squats-Bar x 15wu, 135 x 10wu, 185 x 5, 225 x 4 x 2, 185 x 6
Leg Extensions-150 x 10, 210 x 8, 255(stack) x 6, 225 x 6, 165 x 10
Seated Leg Curl-120 x 10, 135 x 8, 150 x 7, 135 x 7
DB Sumo Sqauts(Pause at bottom last rep)-80 x 8 x 4
Rotary Calf(1 second press, 2 second release)-190 x 10, 230 x 10, 270 x 10, 250 x 9, 230 x 12

Notes
-Didn't get to do squats with the safety bars in the power rack bc some ******* was curling there(SRS). So no mirror or spotter bars. Still decent though.
-Other note was upper body had some serious DOMs from back and chest day.
-Had noddle legs leaving lol
-B-ball warm up...draining shots brah

Serum
-Was tired but Serum gave me the pick up I needed.
-Fighting with the GF over bull**** so it helped with focus too. Not a single thought other than workout was given.
-Pumps were great after the leg extensions and the seated leg curl. I am doing a scheme to try and illicit pumps while pyrimiding to go heavy. Working solid!
-Along with really pushing myself and eating at an excess I do believe Serum is playing a role in the amount of sets and the speed I am doing them in.
-So far so groovy bros :D

Song of the day was!
arfx6eMJCr4
Enjoy,
Peace!

stayready

10-15-2011, 01:55 PM

here ya go

Day 13: October 13th, 2011-Arms

Smith Drag Curls-25es x 10, 35es x 5, 30es x 6, 25es x 10
Spider EZ Curls-60 x 10 and 8(inside grip) x 9, 7(outside grip)
BB Curls-45 x 10, 65 x 8, 75 x 8, 65 x 10
Alt. Incline Curls-30's x 8ea, 8ea, and 7ea
Decline Headbangers-80 x 10, 7, and 6
DB overhead extensions-80 x 8, 7, and 7
1 Arm Reverse Grip Cable Pull Downs-40 x 10es, 6es, 8es, 50 x 10es, 8es(both with long pause at contraction)

Day 14-October 15th, 2011-Shoulders
DB Seated OH Press-45's x 12wu, 65's x 8, 60's x 6 x 2
Smith Upright Rows-25es x 8wu, 45es x 8, 7, and 7
Alt. Front Raises-25's x 10es x 3 super sets w/ 45lb plate shrugs-12 x 3(very slowwwww)
ISO Cable Side Raises(1 arm hanging weight off tower)-30 x 10es, 8es, 10es and 12 NG Pullups

Notes
-Felt some wrist/forearm discomfort on bi's, but tri's were great
-I find one of the hardest parts with DB's on shoulders/chest is getting them in position...

Serum
-Pumps were decent each day. Nothing extraordinary, but still there.
-Focus was great except part of shoulder day
-Energy was awesome
-Workouts are still long and they are going faster then pre-serum
-Only real negative is the DOMs I have been getting. I don't know if it is just my work load...but it's still early.

Peace!

rob112

10-17-2011, 02:29 PM

Day 15: October 16th, 2011-Back

Chin Ups-BW x 12wu, BW + 45 x 6(PR) and 4, BW + 25 x 7, BW x 10w/pause on last rep
Reverse Grip BOR-135 x 10, 155 x 8, 165 x 6, 135 x 10(overall better than last week)
Rack Pulls-225 x 10wu, 315 x 8, 405 x 4(PR), 315 x 8
Seated Dual Pully Row-120 x 10, 150 x 8, 8, 7, 135 x 8

Notes
-Nice to be back :D
-Thank you StayReady bro! Rep'd!
-Couple of PR's today in reps. I have been wanting more than 5 chins with a plate strapped to me for a while now! lol

Serum Notes
-Taste has been covered enough. I dig the taste of both flavors.
-Same with mix-ability. Although it does clump in the container a lot, but not in the drink.
-Pumps were okay today. Nothing great, but not bad. It happens.
-Energy and Focus remains my favorite part and most pronounced effect for me.
-Still getting through workouts quicker than pre-serum
-Only negative is the recovery for me. I do bust my ass and it could be the 2 scoops pre. Could also be I respond better to mono. This would be a good time to remind I am taking no supplements outside of health supplements and Serum. Looking at that now I would probably suggest maybe a few grams of mono a few days a week, as well as about 1.5 to 2 grams of beta alanine. Both are dirt cheap. For the sake of the log I am only doing this product as stand alone. We are all different and it is still pretty early so who really knows for sure.

Peace out girl scouts!

MetFan

10-17-2011, 02:34 PM

Solid workout bro.

Congrats on the PR's and welcome back. Not sure WTF happened, but a bunch of good guys all got the Hammer on the same day. :rolleyes:

rob112

10-17-2011, 02:37 PM

Solid workout bro.

Congrats on the PR's and welcome back. Not sure WTF happened, but a bunch of good guys all got the Hammer on the same day. :rolleyes:

Thanks bro. And I don't quite get what happened lol. I saw a UFO the same night. Coincidence? I think not lol

MetFan

10-17-2011, 02:38 PM

Thanks bro. And I don't quite get what happened lol. I saw a UFO the same night. Coincidence? I think not lol

Haha you all got banished to Area 51 for a week, LOL.

Glad you are back. How is Serum treating you?

rob112

10-17-2011, 02:52 PM

Haha you all got banished to Area 51 for a week, LOL.

Glad you are back. How is Serum treating you?

Lol. Serum is treating me good. The energy/focus aspect is the most pronounced aspect so far.

I saw you are doing a 5x5 type thing. I just recently hurt my shoulder myself. Going easy on pressing movements, particularly chest day. If it works out for you I may do the same.

Ya digging serum?

MetFan

10-17-2011, 03:04 PM

Lol. Serum is treating me good. The energy/focus aspect is the most pronounced aspect so far.

I saw you are doing a 5x5 type thing. I just recently hurt my shoulder myself. Going easy on pressing movements, particularly chest day. If it works out for you I may do the same.

Ya digging serum?

Been hitting up 2 scoops as I have been feeling meh the past few days.

Started the 5x5 because the Iso work is killing me. Normally it is the other way around, but compounds are fine, Iso's are just tearing my RC apart.

Just want to build true strength in the Shoulder before I blow it.

Kon_Rock

10-17-2011, 07:04 PM

Nice Workout buddy, have to tried taking a scoop of Serum post workout? I do that for better recovery. Something to try

wuskillz

10-17-2011, 08:12 PM

Thanks bro. And I don't quite get what happened lol. I saw a UFO the same night. Coincidence? I think not lol

Haha you all got banished to Area 51 for a week, LOL.

They didn't probe you did they? :D

Welcome back and slid workout!

rob112

10-17-2011, 08:27 PM

Nice Workout buddy, have to tried taking a scoop of Serum post workout? I do that for better recovery. Something to try

Thanks mang, and I am contemplating giving that a try. It's not like it is making me sorer, just more of it hasn't been making recover faster. Like I said, I am contemplating it.

They didn't probe you did they? :D

Welcome back and slid workout!

Lol, thanks bro!

rob112

10-18-2011, 09:43 AM

Day 16: October 18th, 2011-Chest

Incline DB Press-45's x 12, 60's x 10, 70's x 7 and 5(left arm went dead!)
Flat DB Flies-25's x 10, 30's x 10 x 2
Decline BB Bench-Bar x 10, 95 x 10, 135 x 10, 155 x 7, 135 x 10
Cable Crosses-H-M-L. Round 1 was 50lbs, 2 was 60 lbs, and 4 was a 40lbs straight through burn out
H-10, 10, 15 M-10, 10, 10 L-10, 10, 10

Notes
-First BB movement in a while. Could feel it as I went up a little in the right shoulder so I am not planning on any 1RM type of things.
-First time doing Flat Bench Flies in a while too. Wasn't as much weight as before, but still was decent I thought.
-Overall felt like a really good workout.
-Very slowly gaining weight at 4000 calories. Possibly too slow. It will be hard if I end up bumping up again. Still just staying here and going to keep an eye on it. Don't wanna gain TOO much fat; I know some is inevitable. Never though I'd see the day where it became hard to eat enough. Will let you guys know how it goes!

Serum Notes
-Back isn't too sore from yesterday which is awesome considering it was a better work out than the week before.
-Chest pumps were sweet today! Even got some in the arms as well. Feelsgoodbro.
-Went through this workout quick again.
-Awesome energy and focus...except in Basketball warm up. My shot was dookie today! Pissed me off lol.
-Now the grape is growing on me flavor wise lol...it may come down to the wire on preference now haha.

Song today was a repeat so I will leave that out lol.

Have a great day everyone, and PEACE OUT!

rob112

10-19-2011, 11:56 AM

Day 17: October 19th, 2011-Legs

Squats-Bar x 12, 135 x 8, 185 x 5, 225 x 5, 245 x 2(felt I was losing form...contemplating a belt)
BB Hack Squats-225 x 5, 275 x 4, 315 x 2(PR), 335 x 1(PR)
Stiff Legged/Romanian DL Mix-225 x 7, 6, 6
Calf Extensions(Seated Leg Press Machine)(1 Sec Press, 2 back)-255 x 12, 275 x 10-Negatives(buddy pushing rack weight)-275 x 11, 13(both with pause)

Notes
-Awesome workout today!
-Thinking about a belt bc the second my back starts losing form on squats I re-rack. Been hard to go up for a while.
-Couple of PR's
-Legs are dead!

Serum Notes
-Pump wasn't much today, but keep in mind my training wasn't geared towards pump at all today.
-Focus/energy = awesome
-Endurance was nice. Look at all the weight brah! haha
-Chest sore from yesterday, but not sore enough to hinder this at all; just right.

That'd be it brofessional bros. Peace out and thank for following!

rob112

10-20-2011, 08:45 AM

Day 18: October 20th, 2011-Shoulders

Smith Press-25es x 10, 45es x 8, 55es x 5 x 2, 60es x 5 x 2(PR)
Smith Upright Row-135 x 10(PR), 8, 8, 6
Reverse Flies DB Super Sets w/45lb Plate Front Raise-RF's-35's x 10 x 3 PFR's-45 x 8 x 3
Cybex Side Raises-#2 x 10, #3 x 5(wtf), alt. with no rest-#2 x 8ea x 3
11 NG Pull ups for ****s and/or giggles :D

Notes
-Not a big fan of the cybex for this, but I tried bc other machines were taken.
-Hit some PR's
-Trained with just serum and BCAA's(fasted)
-Wasn't feeling it when I got there and ended up having an awesome workout.

Serum
-Pumps were great from smith URR's on. Really killer during the superset in rear delts as well.
-Got in 21 sets in the time it normally would take to do about 15-16; my rest time has decreased.
-Energy and focus were big today. As I said I wasn't feeling it upon waking.

On a side note, I just gotta say for anyone who hasn't done a log that might read this I highly suggest it. Even if not many people follow. I already love working out and actually consider it fun. This being my second log I noticed that it is almost like...for lack of a better word a "placebo" effect due to the fact that you know when you are done what ever you do is going online for all to see. THIS IS NO WAY IS SAYING THAT SERUM ISN'T HAVING EFFECTS. I don't know if I am the only person who has noticed this, but I really enjoy it. Hope at least some other people enjoy reading it! lol

Song of the day
h47VDhiq1_w
This song actually pumps me up...and kinda fits in with the log at the moment lol....Just playin! :D

Peace out!

wuskillz

10-20-2011, 08:51 AM

Great shoulder workout!

I agree about the logs being beneficial for one's workout. They give you a sense of accountability, extra motivation, and the support on these boards is great.

On a side note, an extra bonus to new babies is you are usually up to catch wheycheap glitches :D

rob112

10-20-2011, 09:23 AM

Lmao! My girl will be thrilled ;)

And thank you brotha!

"you must spread reputation..."

Great shoulder workout!

I agree about the logs being beneficial for one's workout. They give you a sense of accountability, extra motivation, and the support on these boards is great.

On a side note, an extra bonus to new babies is you are usually up to catch wheycheap glitches :D

COUNTRYMIKE

10-20-2011, 12:01 PM

Your workouts are super solid!

rob112

10-20-2011, 03:25 PM

Your workouts are super solid!

Thanks bro!

rob112

10-21-2011, 07:42 PM

Day19: October 21st, 2011-Arms

BB Drag Curls-45 x 15, 65 x 10, 75 x 8, 7
DB Spider Curls-25's x 10, 30's x 10 x 2
Alt. Incline Curls-30's x 7ea, 8ea, 10ea(Didn't like only 7 and pulled more reps out of my ass)
Alt. Hammer Curls-40's x 10ea, 50's x 7ea, 60's x 4ea(slight english)
Decline EZ Head Bangers-80 x 10, 8, 7(PR in overall for 3 sets)
Cybex 1 Arm Reverse Pull Downs-#3 x 10ea, #4 x 10ea, #4 x 10ea w/pause at end of each rep on last set

Notes
-Only 2 tricep moves today but they felt more "blasted" than bis
-Only second week trying drag curls(or third?) and I don't know that I will keep doing them. Just seems okay.
-Old men keep doing fifteen 20 rep sets on the cables; making me do cybex.
-Not the best workout, but not bad either.

Serum
-Pump was decent in bis, but felt like my arms were gonna explode on tris.
-Recovery seems to be getting better which is awesome. May even get in some core work tomorrow.
-As far as the other things...they have been consistent so read above posts lol.

Thanks for checking in brorhanasaursuseseseseses :D

MetFan

10-22-2011, 08:36 PM

Hey Rob,

Nice to see you still hitting it hard. Glad Serum is treating you well.

Wish I had more time to follow along but been so busy I didn't hit the gym for 3 days. :o

Kon_Rock

10-23-2011, 06:57 AM

Great arm day. I do drag curls every once in a while. They a good, but yeah always switch it up.

rob112

10-23-2011, 06:22 PM

Hey Rob,

Nice to see you still hitting it hard. Glad Serum is treating you well.

Wish I had more time to follow along but been so busy I didn't hit the gym for 3 days. :o

Yeah **** has been hectic for me too...I would guess a little more for you. I've been in rush mode lately. The gym keeps me sane though lol. Hope you get back soon bro!

Great arm day. I do drag curls every once in a while. They a good, but yeah always switch it up.

Yeah I figured for the switch up purposes...plus I like trying new things :D
Still don't know how I feel about them lol. I figure it will be a "spice things up move" in my arsenal. TBH, there are way to many exercises I like out there. Just can't physically do them all. That's why I have some staples, and some I switch in.

rob112

10-24-2011, 12:38 PM

Day 20: October 24th, 2011-Back

Chin Ups-BW x 10wu, BW + 45 x 6, 5, 4(better oval all reps)
Hook Grip Bent Over Rows-135 x 8, 165 x 5 x 3
Power Cleans-135 x 5, 155 x 3 x 2, 135 x 5
Wide Grip Pull Downs(hook grip)-105 x 10, 120 x 8, 9
Close Grip Pull Downs(V Grip Extension)-120 x 8 x 3

Notes
-Chin Ups are looking good. Little better all the time.
-Weight is up around 3lbs from the start of log. Some is fat, but not too much. Still hard eating like it's my job lol.
-Tried Power Cleans for the first time in a while. Never really great at them. Just threw them in as a switch up.
-Lats felt hit hard!

Serum Notes
-Didn't do much to elicit pump until the end...and my lats got it from the iso-work. Felt good.
-Focus and energy remains a constant with this. My favorite aspect so far. This has been huge with my hectic life atm.
-I'm sticking with liking the blue raspberry flavor!(only by like an inch though)
-Half way through the log. Been enjoying it!

Peace out guys!

rob112

10-25-2011, 03:13 PM

Day 21: October 25th, 2011-Chest

Incline DB Press-45's x 13wu, 60's x 10, 75's x 6, 70's x 6
Decline Bench-Bar x 12wu, 95 x 10wu, 135 x 8, 155 x 6, 135 x 8(wasn't feeling good on shoulder today)
Cybex Cable Crosses-H,M,L all at number 3 with barely any rest. 3 sets of 10 reps 3 total times

Notes
-DB press is going good
-Shoulder was kinda...uncomfortable on Decline bench, but cable crosses felt good
-Didn't have much time today. ****ty day with doctor's appointments Blah Blah

Serum
-Sweet pump in chest
-Workouts going good
-Digging the Serum
-Everything else has been consistent
-DOMs hasn't been bad for a little bit now. So I would say recover has gotten better. Figures, I say something about it and now it has been good lol

Peace out bros!

rob112

10-27-2011, 12:13 PM

Day 26: October 26th, 2011-Legs

Squats-Bar x 10, 135 x 5, 185 x 5, 225 x 5, 245 x 3, 225 x 5
Hack Squats-225 x 5, 315 x 3(PR/Reps), 2, 2
SLDL/Romanian mix-225 x 8, 8, 7
Seated Calf Extensions-255 x 10, 275 x 12, 295 x 12, 315 x 12, 335 x 12(all 1 second push, 2 second release)

Not much pumps...but that workout didn't really illicit them in anyway. Over all a freaking awesome workout though!

Day 27: October 27th, 2011-Shoulders

Shoulder Smith Press-25es x 12, 45es x 10, 55es x 8(pr), 60es x 6(pr)
Standing Smith Rows-45es x 10, 8, 8
Reverse Flies super sets with 45lb Plate front raise-RF-35's x 10 x 3, PL FR-45 x 8 x 3
ISO Cable Side Raises super sets with NG pull ups-ISO-30 x 8ea x 3sets(with long pause at end of last set)-NG PU-BW x 12, 8, 8

Freaking awesome workout as well!
Pumps were great during this one. Felt good :D
My baby decided to cross it's legs at the ultra sound today I don't know the sex. I took that frustration out on the weights...and the kid is grounded when it comes out! lol

Peace out fellas!

wuskillz

10-27-2011, 04:34 PM

Congrats on the PR!

MetFan

10-27-2011, 07:58 PM

Nice solid sessions bro.

Congrats on hitting a couple PR's in the past couple days as well.

Good luck with the upcoming baby as well. Life as you know it will be VERY different, but in a good way.

Kon_Rock

10-31-2011, 06:36 PM

Great looking workouts buddy, glad to hear your enjoying Serum!

rob112

11-01-2011, 06:02 PM

Congrats on the PR!

Nice solid sessions bro.

Congrats on hitting a couple PR's in the past couple days as well.

Good luck with the upcoming baby as well. Life as you know it will be VERY different, but in a good way.

Great looking workouts buddy, glad to hear your enjoying Serum!

Thanks bros! Life will definitely be hectic...already is lol.
Sorry bout lack of updates...but I have it all written down! Updates incommingggggg!!!!!!!!!!!!

rob112

11-01-2011, 06:33 PM

Day 27: 10/27/11-Shoulders

Shoulder smith-25es x 12, 45es x 10, 55es x 8(PR), 60es x 6(PR)
Standing Smith Rows-45es x 10, 8, 8
Reverse Flies ss w/Plate raises(45 of course)-RF 35lb DB's, 3 sets of 10. PR 45lb Plate, 3 sets of 8
ISO Alt. Cable Lateral Raise-30 x 8ea x 3 ss w/NG Pull ups-BW x 12, 8, 8

Awesome workout! Pumps started from the very first exercise and stayed into the car ride home.

Day 28: 10/28/11-Ego*coughs* I mean arms :D

WARM UP:
Machine arm curls-40 x 10, 60 x 10
Tricep Machine-60 x 10, 80 x 10
Workout:
Smith Drag Curls-25es x 10 x 3(would really like this if the hooks didn't want to latch in the movement) ss w/
EZ Bar behind head extensions-60 x 10 x 3(PUMPED from this super set!)
Incline ALT Curls-30's x 10 x 3sets(got a little sloppy last few reps of last set
Spider curls-60 x 8,7,8(little trouble with comfort this time)
Close grip bench-bar x 15, 95 x 10, 105 x 10, 10, 8
1 arm reverse grip pull downs-40 x 10ea x 2, 50 x 10 x 2(with long pause on last rep of these sets...teh pumps brah)

Think I have enough notes in there lol

Day 29:10/30/11-Chest

Incline smith press-25es x 12, 45es x 10, 55es x 6,5(may stick with DB's for comfort...BB hurts shoulder at this angle)
Smith Press-45es x 8, 55es x 7, 60es x 5, 7
Decline BB Press-95 x 10wu, 135 x 8, 155 x 6 x 2sets
CYBEX Cable Crosses-High/Medium/Low then repeat
H/M/L @ # 3-10, 10, 10 @ # 4-8, 8, 8

Most presses I have done in a while. Felt pretty good. Think osteosport is helping that. Sucks I can't bench what I used to but I am happy I did it. Keep on keepin on, life's a garden, dig it!

Day 30: 10/31/11-Back
Chins-BW x 10, BW + 45 x 7(PR!), 4, 4, BW x 10
Reverse grip BB Rows-135 x 8, 155 x 5, 165 x5, 170 x 4 then went in reverse at a wide hook grip!
-170 x 4, 165 x 5, 155 x 5, 135 x 8(this was brutal!)
Deadlifts-135 x 8, 225 x 5, 315 x 1(felt like maybe sore)365 x 1(i was, didn't rep or go higher lol)
Wide Grip Pull downs-120 x 10, 8 close grip x 8, 8

Freaking awesome workout! Happy as **** about the chin PR. Just to reinstate: I COULDN'T DO ONE CHIN WHEN I STARTED. Pumps were decent, but this was really brutal low reps.

Day 31: 11/1/11-Shoulders
Smith Press-25es x 10, 45es x 8, 60es x 5, 4 then with only the time to take the weight off 55es x 5, 45e x 7
Smith Rows-45es x 10, 9, 8(getting about 1MR each week)
RF(reverse flies) ss w PL(plate raises)-RF-35's x 10 x 3, PR-45 x 8 x 3
ISO cable side raises-30 x 10es, 8es, 8es

Okay pump here...mostly from the superset. Nice workout too. Tomorrow will be an off day! I promised my body.

Focus/energy has been constant the whole log, which is why I don't mention it really anymore.

Recovery has been good as well. seems like right after I bitched about it I had to eat my foot lol.

Sorry for lack of updates guys. Been really hectic. Possible promotion at work so tons of training and extra hours, college HAPII and Micro, and pregnant GF. I write it all down though!

Peace out guys!

rob112

11-03-2011, 07:23 AM

Day 32: 11/3/11-Legs

Box Squats(couple inches below parallel)-bar x 8, 135 x 8, 155 x 5, 175 x 5, 195 x 4, 205 x 3, 185 x 4
Leg extensions-165 x 8, 180 x 8, 195 x 8, 210 x 8, 255(rack) x 6
Lying leg curls-90 x 8, 100 x 8, 110 x 8, 120 x 8
Seated Calf Extensions(1 sec push, 2 second release)-275 x 10, 315 x 10, 335 x 10, 12

Doesn't look like a lot but I have never done box squats(only sissy squats a long time ago). I have kind of plateaued and this was recommended to me. I really made a point to emphasize the pause at the bottom. I noticed it really made me drive my heels even more(good thing). I will get faster and stronger with them for a little while and see if that made me pass my squat stand still(pretty much stand still). I liked them though.

Serum
-Pump in legs was awesome after the leg extensions.
-Focus and energy great as always(although went really early so took a minute).
-Back still sore from the PR the other day, but chest and even shoulders(for the most part) feel healed already.
-Probably nothing tomorrow, but I may get in arms on Saturday.

Zip it up, and zip it out lol

rob112

11-06-2011, 05:50 PM

Day 33: November 5th, 2011: Arms

Cable Curls-120 x 10 x 2, 150 x 8, 170 x 5 x 2
Cable Push Downs-150 x 10, 170 x 8, 200(rack) x 3
Spider Curls(inside/outside grip)-60 x 10i, 8o, 8i, 8o
Decline Headbangers-80 x 10, 7, 6
Alternating Hammer Curls-45's x 8ea, 55's x 5ea x 3
Close Grip Bench-Bar x 10, 95 x 10, 135 x 7, 5

Pump started kicking up on spider curls, then more on bangers, then it got really hard...needed to stretch it out on hammer curls. It was an awesome workout IMO and I am very happy about that. Serum continues to give me nice energy and solid focus for my workouts.

Thanks for reading. Peace out girl scouts.

MetFan

11-06-2011, 06:10 PM

rob112

11-06-2011, 06:18 PM

Hey Rob,

Looking good in here. Sessions are pretty solid too.

Liking the arm blast today, bet the guns were mad pumped after that.

Wish I could keep up with everyone, but working night shift now, so sleep and everything else is way out of whack.

I hear ya big time man. I do most of my bbing.com time from the phone on breaks. Only reason I'm on my pc now and not asleep is because of the time change lol. I'd normally be laying in bed.

Thanks for stopping in though man, and yes, the arms felt awesome!

rob112

11-07-2011, 01:29 PM

Day 34: November 7th, 2011-Chest

Incline DB Press-45's x 12, 60's x 8, 70's x 6, 65's x 7
Decline BB Bench-Bar x 10, 95 x 8, 135 x 5, 155 x 5, 165 x 4, 135 x 8
HS Wide Chest-45es x 10, 90es x 10+3+3+3+3+3+3+2+1
Fly Machine-105 x 10, 120 x 7, 6, 6
Incline Cable Fly(w/bench on Cybex)-#4 x 7 x 3

Pretty good workout. Forced in some failure type stuff on the HS machine(can't do that with barbells by myself unfortunately. Shoulder was decent today, but not as good as last week. Over all I am happy with the workout.

Pumps were decent, nothing to rave about. As we rear towards the end of this I have a pretty good feel on what I think of the product so expect a review to come soon. Certain aspects I really like, others not as much IMO, but this has been fun :D

You didn't expect me to give out what I am talking about now did you? lol

so close...

stay safe. Thanks for scrolling :D

rob112

11-09-2011, 12:23 PM

Day 35: November 9th, 2011-Legs

Box Squats(complete stop of motion at bottom)-Bar x 8, 135 x 8, 155 x 5, 185 x 4, 205 x 3, 215 x 2, then 135 x 5ATG
BB Hack Squats-225 x 5, 275 x 3, 315 x 3, 2
Lying leg cursl-90 x 8, 100 x 8, 110 x 8, 120 x 5(short rest)
Leg Extensions-180 x 8, 225 x 5, 255(rack) x 3
Calf Extensions(pushing down with arm on rack/slow reps)-275 x 10, 315 x 9, 10, 10, 10

This workout was sweet. I hobbled out of the gym today. Great energy/focus/endurance(it was kinda long, that's what she said lol). Not much in the pump area, but definitely felt my legs saying "stop it guy" lol. You guys are gonna kinda hate me, but I think I may even like grape more than blue razz now...I guess long term. Both flavors are excellent I will say.

Peace out guys!

Kon_Rock

11-09-2011, 07:23 PM

Great legs man, box squats! Haven't done this in a while. They are looking really good

rob112

11-10-2011, 06:22 PM

Great legs man, box squats! Haven't done this in a while. They are looking really good

Thanks man! I've been stuck in the same area of weight for awhile. I set the boxes up lower than parallel and completely pause. I can't go as heavy, but I am hoping after doing them for a little when I remove the box and have a motion going I move up in weight. Time will tell!

rob112

11-10-2011, 06:27 PM

Day 36: November 10th, 2011-shoulders

Smith Press-25es x 10, 45es x 8, 60es x 5, 62.5es x 3
Smith Rows-45es x 8, 47.5es x 7, 50es x 6
Leg ups-135 x 5, 5, 4
Reverse Flies-35es x 12, 10, 10 super setted with
Plate raises-45 x 8 x 3
Side Raises-30's x 8 x 2 super setted with
DB Shrugs-65's x 8, 10

Pretty solid workout. Nothing amazing, but definitely solid as faurk. Took a sec to really get going since I had to go this morning before work. Nice pump going during super sets, and I felt energized up until work break at 3. Pretty solid. I gotta get back in before the week is out. Probably gonna be tomorrow, or saturday after work. Until then, peace out!

rob112

11-11-2011, 04:02 PM

Day 37: November 11th, 2011-Back...kinda quick

Chins-BW x 10, BW + 45 x 5, 4, 4, BW x 10
Reverse Grip Rows-135 x 8, 155 x 5, 165 x 5, 170 x 4
Rack Pulls-225 x 8, 315 x 8, 405 x 3
HS T Bar's(one with chest plate)-90 x 8, 115 x 5, 135 x 4(wide hook grip on all)

This was a quick one. Busy bumble bee I am. Nice intensity. Pumps were pretty good on this here. Focus energy = awesome of course. We are heading to the end of this here. This has been fun brofessors! Review coming next week after I finish!

Love you guys, all homo :D

no homo lulz

snagency

11-11-2011, 04:53 PM

page III cliffs:

You are super solid!

Nice to see you still hard.

I do drag

I like trying new things :D

pump until the end... Felt good guys.

Zip it up, and zip it out lol

Looking good in here.
Wish I could keep up with everyone, but gotta go whack.

stop it guy

Great legs man. They are looking really good

Love you guys, all homo :D

wut da fuk happened to this log?

rob112

11-11-2011, 05:40 PM

Lmfao Snag hahaha

Edit: on spread lol

rob112

11-17-2011, 10:49 AM

The last three days off the log I did kinda...all fun workouts. I need to do that every once in a while.

Highlights
405 Rackpull x 3(had a couple blood vessels give way from the straps)
Decline bench 185 x 6, and 195 x 3(most weight I have done with a barbell bench in a long time. Felt great.

Incoming is my final thoughts.

rob112

11-17-2011, 11:09 AM

energy/focus
This part of the product was up there with just about any other product I have used. It was very consistent, clean energy. No crash. I think I may have had 2 or 3 days with bad focus the whole run. With how hectic things are that is awesome. This is the shining point of the product for me.

taste
I really enjoyed the taste of both grape and blue raspberry. I give a slight nod to blue raspberry. I really enjoyed the taste of both. Not too sweet, but not bitter. Very solid.

mixability
I would recommend a shaker bottle. In the glass a few clumps always settle. Not a single problem with the shaker bottle. This could be due to the inclusion of BCAAs. They never really mix well, but this was not problem. I will note the tubs clumped up so I had to break the powder apart a couple times. This is not a big deal to me either.

pump
The pump was inconsistent for me. Hard to tell to be honest. Some days it was good, others not so much...kinda like normal working out. I have used nitrates and agmatine before and I feel they both are the best IMO, and hard to live up to; agmatine could be a cheap thing to stack with this if anyone else has this sort of problem.

endurance/stmina
I did notice an increase in time I could be at the gym, but I also noticed an decrease in rest time between sets. Nothing drastic, but noticeable to me. The product must have a decent amount of beta alanine bc I got the tingles(BA helps), plus the inclusion of BCAAs may have helped in this aspect.

recovery
Recovery improved some after a coupe of weeks. This would probably be due to a lot of things, creatine being one. I know that CEE gets a lot of flak, and I personally would rather have mono, but I am a believer in the fact that you only need about 3 grams a day, and probably just workout days. With two scoops at 6000+ mgs of a creatine blend, even if less bio-available, it would still be enough to saturate muscles. Their reasoning is to avoid bloat, as well as non-responders to certain forms IIRC; I will say I had no bloat, but I never had a problem with that either.

strength
I always felt strength had a lot to do with these above factors, as I stated before, but it is worth noting that my strength had improved. I made some PR's, and my barbell bench is on the right track again.

overall grade-7/10
I really hate numbering systems, but I feel this is what people like. The reason for the 7 is it has some very nice aspects, but not higher their are somethings that I personally like better. For the record, I won't give my favorite a 10 bc that leaves no room for improvement; hence my hating the numbering system.

I would like to thank the guys at Magnum for allowing me to do this log. I really appreciate it, and I really like the shirt as well. I wear it to the gym all the time as a lifting shirt so you get some advertising there :D . I wish you guys the best, from what I can tell you are some straight up good dudes and I hope this log/review helped you guys out in some way. I also wanna thank some of the guys that stopped in for support. Cool cats...even Snag with his humor hahaha. Thanks Stayready for the updates when I was gone.

Thanks again everyone,
Big Shot Bobby :D

P.S. If I missed anything ask questions. I will gladly answer to the best of my ability.