thesweetcove's SWEET IntraXCell log

[thesweetcove]

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Log Begins on July 14

[FORCE RECON]

Nice!!

[Samsong]

are you taking 3 caps pre work out then 3 caps post work out ? all 6 tabs pre?

[thesweetcove]

are you taking 3 caps pre work out then 3 caps post work out ? all 6 tabs pre?

Not sure yet. I think I'll ask Sebastian for his input, I still have a week to figure that out though. :)

[DaveGabe24]

I like 3 caps pre..but I'm also a fan of the paresthesia. You can try a bunch of different things, find out what you like best really. As long as you get in your 6 caps per day you should be fine.


Awesome formate by the way, another great looking log!

[thesweetcove]

THE BASICS
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Weight: Currently 171 and bulking.
Ht: 6'00"
Chest: 40.0"
Arms: 13.5"
Hips: 38"
Waist: 32"
Thighs: 20.5"
Calves: 15"
Forearms: 12"
Shoulders: 47"
Neck: 15.25"

Current Stack:

IntraXCell from Athletic Edge Nutrition (when it gets here)
PWO ON Whey 100% Gold Standard

NOTE: I have never used anything other than Whey in co ordinance w/ my lifting. So this is my first shot at a new supplement.

Lifting Schedule:

Monday: Back/Bis
Tuesday: Chest/Tris
Wednesday: Legs/Abs
Thursday: Back/Bis
Friday: Chest/Tris
Saturday: Legs/Abs
Sunday: Off

No Cardio as I'm on a clean bulk, but I naturally get some from tennis, golfing etc.

Starting Weights:

Note: I will not be including squats or deadlifts in my pre/post IntraXCell analysis as I just started doing those exercises a week ago. I will, however, be posting my stats for everything as this log progresses.

BB Bench: 6 x 185
Dumbbell Bicep Curls: 37.5 x 9
Pulley Pull Downs: 145 x 8
Pulley Rows: 150 x 8
Pulley Bicep Pull Downs: 150 x 10
Preacher Curls: 65 x 10
Machine Shoulder Press: 160 x 9
Iso-lateral Rows: 180 x 10
Incline (Dumbbell): 60 (120 combined) x 7[/b][/color]
Decline: 155 x 10
Overhead Press: 75 x 10
Weighted Dips: +25 x 8
Rope Push-Downs: 150 x 10
Flys: 160 x 10
Shrugs: 85 x 30
Leg Press: 320 x 15
Squats: 155 x 10 (form is main focus)
Deadlifts: 205 x 6 (form is main focus)



Wish me luck...

[thesweetcove]

THE DIET

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Meal 1:

1 double oatmeal
2 milk
400 cal, 24g protein

Meal 2:

1 Naked Juice (300 cal) 4g
1 Banana
380 calories, 8g protein

Meal 3:

Protein Shake
790 Calories, 72g protein

Meal 4:

1 Can Tuna
2 Slices Bread
2 Cups Milk
450 calories, 44g protein

Meal 5:

Ensure
Protein Naked Juice
? Chicken Fillet Sandwich
1,000 calories, 73g protein

Meal 6:

2 Tbsp PB
2 Cups Milk
390 calories, 23g protein

Meal 7:

Ensure
1 Cup Milk
2 Tbsp Peanut Butter
540 calories, 25g protein

3,950 calories, 279 protein

[thesweetcove]

I like 3 caps pre..but I'm also a fan of the paresthesia. You can try a bunch of different things, find out what you like best really. As long as you get in your 6 caps per day you should be fine.

I'll def be taking those 6 caps per day. This wait is killing me!! :)



Awesome formate by the way, another great looking log!

Can't say I disagree with you, this is going to be fun.

[dtrain13]

Not sure yet. I think I'll ask Sebastian for his input, I still have a week to figure that out though. :)

It really doesn't matter but in general people split the dose. The other thing to consider is usually the more BA you take at one time the stronger the tingles.

[SHOWTIME]

Hey bro!
Im in
Good luck I cant wait to see your progress
Cool banner BTW

[thesweetcove]

It really doesn't matter but in general people split the dose. The other thing to consider is usually the more BA you take at one time the stronger the tingles.

You know what, I'm actually REALLY curious about those tingles, so I might just have to take all 6 at once. :)

[Back Double Biceps18]

Nice looking log bro. Will definitly be keeping tabs on ya. Good luck.

[thesweetcove]

Nice looking log bro. Will definitly be keeping tabs on ya. Good luck.

awesome, glad to hear it. thanks!

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

WOW, just WOW!! Amazing set up.:D


These are without a doubt the BEST looking logs we have EVERY had.

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

You know what, I'm actually REALLY curious about those tingles, so I might just have to take all 6 at once. :)

Some get them, some do not. Either way, they are not related to if IntraXCell is working.

[thesweetcove]

WOW, just WOW!! Amazing set up.:D


These are without a doubt the BEST looking logs we have EVERY had.

:D I think that might be because this is one of the most exciting products we have ever seen!

[thesweetcove]

Some get them, some do not. Either way, they are not related to if IntraXCell is working.

got it. So what do you recommend? 3 pre/3 post or all 6?

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

:D I think that might be because this is one of the most exciting products we have ever seen!

No joke, I am so impressed, I just sent links of everyones logs to our graphic artist.

[thesweetcove]

No joke, I am so impressed, I just sent links of everyones logs to our graphic artist.

AWESOME!

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

got it. So what do you recommend? 3 pre/3 post or all 6?


yes, you will see the directions on the bottle are PIN point accurate. The ONLY reason I would say NOT to take your dosage pre/postWO would be if you find the prickling bothersome during your workout.

Other than that, 3 caps preWO and 3 caps postWO.

Also, if you are going to get the prickling at all, you will certainly get it from 3 caps at a time. If you don't, it's unlikely that 6 caps will bring it on.

[thesweetcove]

THE WORKOUT

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Per Sapper, I'm going to start posting a weeks worth of workouts before I begin taking IntraXCell

Weight 170.0 lbs


The Workout: Chest and Triceps

ANYTHING HIGHLIGHTED IN GREEN MEANS I EITHER UPPED THE WEIGHT USED OR REPS ACCOMPLISHED FROM THE PREVIOUS WEEK

Bench

135 x 15
175 x 8
165 x 8
155 x 8

Incline (Dumbbell)

55 (110 combined) x 9
55 x 9
55 x 9

Decline

155 x 8
155 x 8
155 x 8

Overhead Press

65 x 15
75 x 10
75 x 10

Shrugs

170 (85 split) x 30 front, middle, back
180 x 25
170 x 30

Weighted Dips

+25 x 9
+25 x 8
+25 x 7

Rope Push-Downs

125 x 8

Shoulder Press (Machine)

150 x 8

Flys

165 x 10
160 x 10
160 x 10


Overview:
Decent workout. Felt good on the bench, would've done 185's but I didn't have a spotter. Bad shoulder day = still sore from golf yesterday?

[NKWulf]

awesome. THe dark side has subbed.

[thesweetcove]

awesome. THe dark side has subbed.

:D Good to have you.

[thesweetcove]

THE WORKOUT -- NO IXL YET

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Weight 171.0 lbs


The Workout: Back and Biceps

Pulley Pull-Downs

145 x 10
145 x 10
145 x 9


Pulley Rows

145 x 10
145 x 10
145 x 10

Dumbbell Curls (Hammer Twist)

37.5 (75 combined) x 10
37.5 x 9
37.5 x 8
37.5 x 6

Preacher Curls

65 x 10
65 x 8
65 x 7

Bicep Pulldowns (Hands In)

150 x 8
125 x 10
125 x 10

Preacher Single Handed Dumbbell Bicep Curls

32.5 x 10
32.5 x 8
32.5 x 8


also did some forearm work...

Overview:
OK workout. Glad my curls went up but pissed that I forgot to do pull-ups and iso-lateral rows. I need some new arm exercises...

[FORCE RECON]

Great workout!

[redhawk76]

try incline dumbell curls :)

[thesweetcove]

Great workout!

Thanks for dropping by skircus!


try incline dumbbell curls :)

You know I think I just might..

[thesweetcove]

THE WORKOUT -- NO IXL

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Weight 169.0 lbs


The Workout: Chest and Triceps

Bench

165 x 10 And touching my chest! AWESOME!
185 x 8 :D
205 x 5 :D :D
185 x 7

Incline (Dumbbell)

55 (110 combined) x 6
55 x 8
55 x 7
I think I was dead from Bench

Decline

155 x 8
155 x 8
155 x 8

Overhead Press

70 x 15
75 x 12
75 x 10

Shrugs

170 (85 split) x 30 front, middle, back
170 x 25
170 x 25

Weighted Dips

BW+25 x 10
BW+25 x 9
BW+25 x 7

Rope Push-Downs

125 x 10
125 x 8
125 x 7

Shoulder Press (Machine)

140 x 8
150 x 8
150 x 6

Flys

165 x 10
160 x 10
160 x 10


Overview:
Awesome Workout. Thrilled about my new PR on bench. About time I joined the 200's club. lol

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

Overview:
Awesome Workout. Thrilled about my new PR on bench. About time I joined the 200's club. lol


Awesome, congratulations. :)

[thesweetcove]

Awesome, congratulations. :)

Glad someone noticed! :) I know it aint much... but I was at 115x5 a year ago!

[SHOWTIME]

Glad someone noticed! :) I know it aint much... but I was at 115x5 a year ago!

wow 90lb gain in a year :eek: awesome bro! Kepp it going!

[thesweetcove]

wow 90lb gain in a year :eek: awesome bro! Kepp it going!

The one and only sapper! Thanks man, I'm enjoying keeping up with your log.

Couldn't help but notice you brought me to page 2! :D I'M CATCHING UP!!, got any pics you want to post to help me out? :p

[SHOWTIME]

The one and only sapper! Thanks man, I'm enjoying keeping up with your log.

Couldn't help but notice you brought me to page 2! :D I'M CATCHING UP!!, got any pics you want to post to help me out? :p

sure do everyone loves the silver surfer banner but how about this for a banner

http://www.moviecitynews.com/arrays/images/2004/fantastic_four/invisible.jpg


better pic here but no F4 reference

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[SHOWTIME]

For the first pic..a good caption would be
"where did you put my IntraXCell"
or
"WTF you mean you took my last tub of STEEL EDGE"

[thesweetcove]

sure do everyone loves the silver surfer banner but how about this for a banner

http://www.moviecitynews.com/arrays/images/2004/fantastic_four/invisible.jpg


better pic here but no F4 reference

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c368/MenDaDon/JessicaAlbaIntoTheBlueWallpaper.jpg

HAHA, I will work on making her AEN worthy. Expect great things.

[SHOWTIME]

HAHA, I will work on making her AEN worthy. Expect great things.

LOL..IF YOU DO LET ME KNOW...I could use a sweet banner with her..Since you got the skillz!!

Peace

[thesweetcove]

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[thesweetcove]

THE WORKOUT -- NO IXL

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Weight 171.0 lbs


The Workout: Legs and Abs

Squats

155 x 12
175 x 10
185 x 10
200 x 8

Sebastian's Calf Workout

2x It's a monster

Leg Press

420 x 15
420 x 15

thesweetcove's ABS routine

3x this **** is intense


Overview:
Legs and abs are my short day, they are also the newest addition to my workout regiment so I'm still adding exercises in. Overall I felt pretty good today, although I felt small -- NOT a good feeling. Worked up a pretty big sweat on that ab routine and I'm liking what that has done for me so far. I look forward to taking my Legs day to the next level, esp. when that IXL gets here!

[thesweetcove]

THE WORKOUT -- NO IXL YET

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Weight 169.0 lbs


The Workout: Back and Biceps

Pulley Pull-Downs

135 x 10
145 x 8
145 x 8


Pulley Rows

135 x 12
145 x 10
145 x 10

Dumbbell Curls (Hammer Twist)

37.5 (75 combined) x 9
37.5 x 8
37.5 x 7
37.5 x 5

Preacher Curls

65 x 10
65 x 10
65 x 8

Preacher Single Handed Dumbbell Bicep Curls

30 x 8
30 x 8
30 x 8

Bicep Pulldowns (Hands In)

125 x 10
125 x 8
125 x 7

Pull Ups

BW x 9
BW x 7
BW x 6


Overview:
Wow reps decreased a quite a lot this week. NO GREEN AND NO NEW PR's. Although I didn't get much sleep last night so that might have played part in a mediocre work out. NO IXL YET!!! :mad:

[SHOWTIME]

Solid workouts..It should arrive soon!

Keep liftin heavy bro!!

[thesweetcove]

Solid workouts..It should arrive soon!

Keep liftin heavy bro!!

haha, yeah I guess I can't really complain considering you're out in Canada waiting for that shipment to come in. I'll send you some pics of the "unboxing" of my IXL once I get it. :D

[SHOWTIME]

haha, yeah I guess I can't really complain considering you're out in Canada waiting for that shipment to come in. I'll send you some pics of the "unboxing" of my IXL once I get it. :D

lol thanks I will eat them and see if I get any benefits from it

[FORCE RECON]

Overview:
Wow reps decreased a quite a lot this week. NO GREEN AND NO NEW PR's. Although I didn't get much sleep last night so that might have played part in a mediocre work out. NO IXL YET!!! :mad:


Once your IXL comes in and starts to boost your Carn levels, I think this section will say quite the opposite :)

[thesweetcove]

IXL HAS LANDED IN NORCAL!

Hell yeah, it's in. Log w/ IXL starts tomorrow

[thesweetcove]

Once your IXL comes in and starts to boost your Carn levels, I think this section will say quite the opposite :)

no need to worry about ****ty workouts anymore! It has arrivvedddd!

[thesweetcove]

THE WORKOUT -- NOT W/ IXL (YET)

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Weight 172.0 lbs


The Workout: Chest and Triceps

Bench

165 x 10
185 x 10
205 x 7 :D :D
225 x 3:D :D :D

Incline (Dumbbell)

55 (110 combined) x 10
55 x 10
55 x 10
That was easy, def moving up to 60's next week

Decline

155 x 8
155 x 8
155 x 8
I hate decline, I might just take it out

Overhead Press

55 x 15
65 x 12
70 x 10
really focused on form today

Shrugs

170 (85 split) x 30 front, middle, back
160 x 25
160 x 25

Weighted Dips

BW+25 x 9
BW+25 x 8
BW+25 x 6

Rope Push-Downs

125 x 10
125 x 8

Shoulder Press (Machine)

140 x 8
150 x 8
150 x 6

Flys

165 x 10
160 x 10
150 x 8


Overview:
Good Workout - a little rushed. Stoked about another new PR on bench!

[thesweetcove]

ALSO, before pictures going up tomorrow. Be excited

[extremenergy3]

I hate decline bench too. It just hurts my delts >:P

Instead, I do dips and decline hammerstrength and cable crossovers (pulley's set high).... Super lower chest development!!

[thesweetcove]

I hate decline bench too. It just hurts my delts >:P

Instead, I do dips and decline hammerstrength and cable crossovers (pulley's set high).... Super lower chest development!!

Sweet, I've got some new exercises for next week! lol

Yeah I LOVE dips and cable crossovers are actually a great idea, I will give them a try.

[thesweetcove]

UPDATE: IXL LOG WILL START TOMORROW SUNDAY 7/15. Been having a sweet birthday and didn't/don't have time to do a full workout. Be excited, I know I am.

[Back Double Biceps18]

UPDATE: IXL LOG WILL START TOMORROW SUNDAY 7/15. Been having a sweet birthday and didn't/don't have time to do a full workout. Be excited, I know I am.

Awesome, you're going to love it buddy.

[DaveGabe24]

*DRUM ROLL*

The weights better start hiding ;)

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

I hate decline bench too. It just hurts my delts >:P

Instead, I do dips and decline hammerstrength and cable crossovers (pulley's set high).... Super lower chest development!!

Dumbells or barbell?


UPDATE: IXL LOG WILL START TOMORROW SUNDAY 7/15. Been having a sweet birthday and didn't/don't have time to do a full workout. Be excited, I know I am.

Looking forward to it and HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! Have a slice of cake for AEN :D

[thesweetcove]

Dumbells or barbell?



Looking forward to it and HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! Have a slice of cake for AEN :D

Well I can't speak for ee3, but I usually do decline w/ barbell.

And thanks for the birthday wishes!

[redhawk76]

hope you had a great bday man, lookin forward to your thoughts :)

[SHOWTIME]

hope you had a great bday man, lookin forward to your thoughts :)

x2 Enjoy your birthday weekend

[NKWulf]

Have a great Bday...and its ok to cheat alittle.

[thesweetcove]

THE WORKOUT W/ IXL!!! (No STEELEDGE)
DAY 1
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Weight 171.0 lbs


The Workout: Legs and Abs

Squats

185 x 12
185 x 10
205 x 10
205 x 8

Deadlifts

205 x 10 Legs got cramped

Leg Press

420 x 15
420 x 15
420 x 12

Seated Calf Press

80 x 20
80 x 15
80 x 15

thesweetcove's ABS routine

3x My shirt was drenched


Overview:
First day on IXL! I popped 3 pills in about 10 minutes before my workout, didn't feel anything for a while and then I started getting itchy. I have a feeling this is the tingling that y'all were talking about. It was very minimal, but my chest and face felt kind of irritated. AT first I thought that it was the sweat that was causing some sort of allergic reaction but it continued throughout my workout and remained after my shower as well. But when I took those three pills after my workout I got no tingling at all... Workout wise, I didn't feel anything out of the ordinary today, although I was sweating A LOT more than usual. Not sure if that was the IXL or just some more intensity on my part but it was nice nonetheless. One other thing I noticed is after my 2nd set of leg presses I got pretty dizzy. Again I am not sure if that was the IXL or some bad nutrition on my part but I should get a better feeling tomorrow. I will also be using SteelEdge tomorrow and I am especially excited to see how that affects my performance in the gym!

General Thought on IXL:
This is one good looking product, but it reeks! :D I think there is a reason AEN made this in pill form! :)

[thesweetcove]

Have a great Bday...and its ok to cheat alittle.

HAHA THANKS! You do not want to know how much cake I had...

[Back Double Biceps18]

Having celebrated my birthday about two weeks ago I can relate to all the birthday cake you must be eating. I was still eating cake a week after my birthday!

Nice looking leg day and I can definitly relate to the smell haha. Redhawk informed me it is the sulfur which makes sense.

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

Overview:
First day on IXL! I popped 3 pills in about 10 minutes before my workout, didn't feel anything for a while and then I started getting itchy. I have a feeling this is the tingling that y'all were talking about. It was very minimal, but my chest and face felt kind of irritated. AT first I thought that it was the sweat that was causing some sort of allergic reaction but it continued throughout my workout and remained after my shower as well. But when I took those three pills after my workout I got no tingling at all... Workout wise, I didn't feel anything out of the ordinary today, although I was sweating A LOT more than usual. Not sure if that was the IXL or just some more intensity on my part but it was nice nonetheless. One other thing I noticed is after my 2nd set of leg presses I got pretty dizzy. Again I am not sure if that was the IXL or some bad nutrition on my part but I should get a better feeling tomorrow. I will also be using SteelEdge tomorrow and I am especially excited to see how that affects my performance in the gym!

General Thought on IXL:
This is one good looking product, but it reeks! :D I think there is a reason AEN made this in pill form! :)

Yes, the NAC content in IntraXCell emits the sulpherious/egg odor. It usually gets worse as you get towards the bottom of the bottle. :) We did include a desiccant or two to absorb some of the odor, but it obviously can't be masked. :p

And yes, this is ONE of the reasons we designed IntraXCell as a capsule. Another reason is, there wasn't a single capsule beta-alanine product like IntraXCell in the WORLD. From an innovative and marketing, this is quite desirable to say the least. :)

Lastly the ALA in IntraXCell is not pleasant to drink and can be slightly burning on the throat when taken in powder.


This formula was meant to be capped. While it seemed VERY obvious to me why we capped it. We got a TON of comments, like why cap beta-alanine as it's tasteless..lol But for the points mentioned above, that was NOT the reason we capped it.

[Axlejones]

I still get dizzy on leg presses. I always have. Well actually it's more of a light headedness than being dizzy. I usually have to stand still for a couple seconds after a heavy press. haha. Just lets me know I'm putting all I can into it.

[thesweetcove]

I still get dizzy on leg presses. I always have. Well actually it's more of a light headedness than being dizzy. I usually have to stand still for a couple seconds after a heavy press. haha. Just lets me know I'm putting all I can into it.


haha brilliant man. reps for you. My diet went to hell yesterday so I'm pretty sure that's why I had a weird ass workout.

edit: or not. Looks like I repped you recently.

[thesweetcove]

I'm about to take the IXL and steeledge... this is going to be a great day at the gym!

[thesweetcove]

THE WORKOUT -- IXL AND STEELEDGE
DAY 2

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Weight 172.0 lbs


The Workout: Back and Biceps

Pulley Pull-Downs

150 x 10
150 x 8
150 x 8

Dumbbell Curls (Hammer Twist)

37.5 (75 combined) x 10 f'in EASY!!!
40 (80 combined)x 8
40 x 7
40 x 6
all of these were done with impecable form

Preacher Curls

75 x 7
75 x 6
75 x 7

Bicep Pulldowns (Hands In)

137.5 x 12
150 x 8
150 x 7

Pull Ups

BW x 6
BW x 6
BW x 6


and some forearm work and some other back work

Overview:
THIS IS HONESTLY THE BEST WORKOUT I HAVE EVER HAD. I took SteelEdge and IXL about 20 minutes before my workout. The tingling started during my preacher curls but it felt great! Intensity was off the walls. I was able to increase weight AND reps on virtually ALL of my exercises. I felt outstanding. I see the same guys every day when I'm at the gym and I swear to god they were ****ing shocked out how much weight I was putting up. And I read in one of the other blogs about some guy getting as chicks phone number while taking IXL/Steeledge. Well make that two hahaha. She was a cutie in tight green shorts. :D Seriously though, INSANE workout, crazy pump, and just a whole lot of confidence. Another thing to note is that I was taking less rest between my sets and my workout was about 15 minutes shorter than usual and I even added some exercises. STEELEDGE IS RIDICULOUS! Not sure about IXL yet, time will tell, but I can confirm today that that itching/tingling was from the IXL. I've gotten used to it and I kind of like it now. I really hope that this pump is not going to fade as I keep using SteelEdge because today was ridiculous. I CAN NOT wait to see what this stuff does to my bench.

Thoughts on Steeledge:
Well, it should be pretty obvious that I loved this stuff, I can't even begin to tell you how much it boosted my performance. Not only that but it made m arms look bigger! I was wearing an XL nike shirt that usually hangs loose around my biceps and it was fairly tight by the time my workout was over, SICK! As for taste, honeslty, STeelEdge does not taste that great, I would rate the taste a 6/10. At this point however, I couldn't care less because the stuff is insane. I was tripping out! I seriously did not think SteelEdge would have such a huge impact on my workout, but it did, and I am stoked.

[SHOWTIME]

Wow Im glad you are so happy with the supps.. Awesome number you put up bTW

[thesweetcove]

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[thesweetcove]

Wow Im glad you are so happy with the supps.. Awesome number you put up bTW

thanks sapper, yeah dude I am so thrilled with steeledge right now and I am really excited for IXL to start kicking in.

[thesweetcove]

and if y'all have a chance, check out my body space and see how much progress I've made in 20 days. thanks.

[thesweetcove]

Yes, the NAC content in IntraXCell emits the sulpherious/egg odor. It usually gets worse as you get towards the bottom of the bottle. :) We did include a desiccant or two to absorb some of the odor, but it obviously can't be masked. :p

And yes, this is ONE of the reasons we designed IntraXCell as a capsule. Another reason is, there wasn't a single capsule beta-alanine product like IntraXCell in the WORLD. From an innovative and marketing, this is quite desirable to say the least. :)

Lastly the ALA in IntraXCell is not pleasant to drink and can be slightly burning on the throat when taken in powder.


This formula was meant to be capped. While it seemed VERY obvious to me why we capped it. We got a TON of comments, like why cap beta-alanine as it's tasteless..lol But for the points mentioned above, that was NOT the reason we capped it.

I love pills, AEN should definitely come out with SteelEdge in capsule form. That would be awesome!

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

Overview:
THIS IS HONESTLY THE BEST WORKOUT I HAVE EVER HAD. I took SteelEdge and IXL about 20 minutes before my workout. The tingling started during my preacher curls but it felt great! Intensity was off the walls. I was able to increase weight AND reps on virtually ALL of my exercises. I felt outstanding. I see the same guys every day when I'm at the gym and I swear to god they were ****ing shocked out how much weight I was putting up. And I read in one of the other blogs about some guy getting as chicks phone number while taking IXL/Steeledge. Well make that two hahaha. She was a cutie in tight green shorts. :D Seriously though, INSANE workout, crazy pump, and just a whole lot of confidence. Another thing to note is that I was taking less rest between my sets and my workout was about 15 minutes shorter than usual and I even added some exercises. STEELEDGE IS RIDICULOUS! Not sure about IXL yet, time will tell, but I can confirm today that that itching/tingling was from the IXL. I've gotten used to it and I kind of like it now. I really hope that this pump is not going to fade as I keep using SteelEdge because today was ridiculous. I CAN NOT wait to see what this stuff does to my bench.

It's always VERY gratifying to hear feedback like this. :) Another tester getting digits:eek:

You're right about IntraXcell it will take some time to build up carn in your muscles.



Thoughts on Steeledge:
Well, it should be pretty obvious that I loved this stuff, I can't even begin to tell you how much it boosted my performance. Not only that but it made m arms look bigger! I was wearing an XL nike shirt that usually hangs loose around my biceps and it was fairly tight by the time my workout was over, SICK! As for taste, honeslty, STeelEdge does not taste that great, I would rate the taste a 6/10. At this point however, I couldn't care less because the stuff is insane. I was tripping out! I seriously did not think SteelEdge would have such a huge impact on my workout, but it did, and I am stoked.


Alot of people underestimate SteelEdge..until they try it. :) The combo of neurotransmitter and adrenaline precursors, all well dosed and sparked off with caffeine, makes for a very potent intensity/focus formula. There's only 200mg of caffeine in SteelEdge, but it hits WAY harder and differently than the equivalent dose of caffeine alone. It has to be experienced to understand, because you can't really tell just by looking at the supplement panel.

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

I love pills, AEN should definitely come out with SteelEdge in capsule form. That would be awesome!

It's an idea we have toyed around with before. It's not our next product, but possibly down the road. :)

[thesweetcove]

It's an idea we have toyed around with before. It's not our next product, but possibly down the road. :)

AWESOME! When is this next product going to be announced?!

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

AWESOME! When is this next product going to be announced?!

Hopefully soon, but I can't give out an ETA unfortunately. It's already taken much longer than we originally anticipated and has been tweaked more times than I care to think about. :)

AEN is truly a labs worst nightmare, as we get so involved with every minute aspect of our products development. Even our packaging is neurotic..lol with details like our lids made in our own custom shade of red...ect..ect..:D

While it may take us longer to come out with new products, for the above reasons, as well as us doing a lot of in the trenches/gym testing. After all is said and done and the product has been put through its paces and exceeded our expectations, we will release it to the general public and our many fervent AEN fans who have been so patiently waiting. We want our supporters to get the best possible products from us, so just hang in there and we will keep everyone posted as it get closer. :)

[thesweetcove]

THE WORKOUT -- IXL AND STEELEDGE
DAY 3

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Weight: 172.0 lbs

The Workout: Chest and Triceps

Bench

205 x 5
205 x 6
185 x 8
185 x 8

Incline (Dumbbell)

55 (110 combined) x 6
55 x 8
55 x 8
And I was supposed to be moving up to 60s this week...

Overhead Press

75 x 12
75 x 12
75 x 10

Shrugs

170 (85 split) x 30 front, middle, back
160 x 30
150 x 30

Weighted Dips

BW+25 x 8
BW+25 x 7
BW+25 x 6

Rope Push-Downs

125 x 10
125 x 8

Shoulder Press (Machine)

140 x 12
155 x 8
160 x 7

Flys

165 x 10
165 x 10
150 x 10


Overview:
OK workout. But not the kind of day I was hoping for.

SteelEdge: I was expecting a lot more from SteelEdge today, especially after that kick ass workout I had yesterday. I think my lack of performance was probably because of that workout, and put into perspective, I did better today than I probably would have if I wasn't on SteelEdge... I mean my biceps were raw. Taste is actually not as big of an issue anymore. I'm mixing it with less water and just downing it so it's not that bad.

IXL: Well I still think it's a little too early to tell what this is doing for me. A lot of tingling today but it didn't bother me at all, it's great to know that something is going on inside my body! I accidentally dropped my first pill into my water bottle, so I had to down the whole thing before the blue casing dissolved. What a mish.

[thesweetcove]

THE WORKOUT W/ IXL (No STEELEDGE)
DAY 4
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Weight 173.0 lbs


The Workout: Legs and Abs

Squats

155 x 12
185 x 10
205 x 10

Deadlifts

205 x 8
205 x 8

Seated Calf Press

90 x 15
90 x 15
90 x 15

thesweetcove's ABS routine

3x


Overview:
A little rushed today so I had to break the workout down. I didn't take SteelEdge cause I want to save my limited supply for my Bis and Chest. :) I might even go out and buy a tub, although I'm going to wait until I've had a few more samples.

IXL:
Well nothing much to report yet. No tingling today although this stuff gives me some bad gas.

[thesweetcove]

THE WORKOUT -- IXL AND STEELEDGE
DAY 5

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Weight: 170.0 lbs


The Workout: Back and Biceps

Pulley Pull-Downs

145 x 10
150 x 8
150 x 8

Dumbbell Curls (Hammer Twist)

40 (80 combined) x 9
40 x 8
40 x 7
40 x 6
feeling pretty good

Bicep Pulldowns (Hands In)

125 x 12
137.5 x 10
150 x 8

Preacher Curls

75 x 8
75 x 7
75 x 7

Single-Handed Preacher Bicep Curls

32.5 x 7
32.5 x 7
32.5 x 8

Pull Ups

BW x 9
BW x 8
BW x 6

Shoulder Lateral Raise

22.5's x 10
22.5's x 10
25's x 10

Front Dumbbell Raise

22.5's x 10
22.5's x 10
25's x 10


I forgot to do forearms. ****!

Overview:
This was just another GREAT WORKOUT on IXL and SteelEdge. No tingling today but crazy pumps that allowed me to maintain and improve my crazy stats from last week. It's official, SteelEdge is ridiculous.

Thoughts on Steeledge:
I know I rated taste a 6/10 last week but it is really growing on me, I'm going to bump that up to a 7.5/10. (It tastes better if you mix it with less water) My only complaint is that although it mixes fairly well, there is always a bit of residue to ends up wasted in my water bottle... Great product.


Thoughts on IXL
Still too early to tell? The pills look good and I'm still taking 3 pre, 3 post workout. Tingling is gone.

[SHOWTIME]

Hey buddy it looks like you are making progress almost every workout!
Great job and I love Nutrition Man!!

lol now he is gone :(

[thesweetcove]

Hey buddy it looks like you are making progress almost every workout!
Great job and I love Nutrition Man!!

lol now he is gone :(

He wasn't quite perfect yet, some more editing will do the trick. He'll be back when I post my diet tomorrow!

And thanks! Glad you finally got your IXL!!

[thesweetcove]

THE DIET
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Meal 1:

Protein Naked Juice
500 calories, 38g protein

Meal 2:

Protein Naked Juice
500 calories, 38g protein

Meal 3:

Protein Shake
790 calories, 72g protein

Meal 4:

Foot Long Turkey/Cranberry Sandwich
2 Cups Milk
980 cal, 68g protein

Meal 5:

Ensure
350 calories, 20g protein

Meal 6:

1/2 Chicken Fillet
2 Slices Bread
2 Cups Milk
790 calories, 72g protein

Meal 7:

Powerbar Protein Plus
300 calories, 23g protein


4,210 calories, 327 protein

[NKWulf]

THE DIET
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Meal 1:

Protein Naked Juice
500 calories, 38g protein

Meal 2:

Protein Naked Juice
500 calories, 38g protein

Meal 3:

Protein Shake
790 calories, 72g protein

Meal 4:

Foot Long Turkey/Cranberry Sandwich
2 Cups Milk
980 cal, 68g protein

Meal 5:

Ensure
350 calories, 20g protein

Meal 6:

1/2 Chicken Fillet
2 Slices Bread
2 Cups Milk
790 calories, 72g protein

Meal 7:

Powerbar Protein Plus
300 calories, 23g protein


4,210 calories, 327 protein
Ensure!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!

:)

[thesweetcove]

THE WORKOUT -- IXL AND STEELEDGE
DAY 6

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Weight: 171.0 lbs

The Workout: Chest and Triceps

Bench

205 x 9
205 x 8
205 x 7 *I really should be going a little lower on these*
185 x 8

Incline (Dumbbell)

55 (110 combined) x 10
55 x 10
55 x 9

Overhead Press

50 x 15
75 x 12
75 x 12

Weighted Dips

BW+35 x 6
BW+35 x 6
BW+35 x 6

Rope Push-Downs

125 x 10
125 x 8

Flys

165 x 10
165 x 10
165 x 8


Overview:
Good workout. I'm thinking I might change to an 8 day program per the recommendation of a couple comments on my workout log. I don't think I'm giving myself enough rest with this 7 day schedule. I will start this new schedule on Monday.

SteelEdge: This stuff never seizes to amaze me. Great pumps, arms and chest feel like they explode during workouts... simply awesome. Question for Sebastian - I was reading some other IXL logs and people are taking half a serving pre workout and then sipping the rest during workout. Does this increase the effect? I'm thinking I will try it out on Monday if it does.

IXL: The tingling is gone. I still think it's a little too early to notice anything but I will continue to write down any obscurities in my workout when they happen. Recommendation -- the supp bottle looks great, have you all considered making shirts out of this?

[thesweetcove]

Ensure!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!

:)

You know those tiny bottles, lots of calories, meal on the go, tastes like ****... I'm trying to bulk so I'm doing everything I can haha

[FORCE RECON]

THE WORKOUT -- IXL AND STEELEDGE
DAY 6

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Overview:
Good workout. I'm thinking I might change to an 8 day program per the recommendation of a couple comments on my workout log. I don't think I'm giving myself enough rest with this 7 day schedule. I will start this new schedule on Monday.

SteelEdge: This stuff never seizes to amaze me. Great pumps, arms and chest feel like they explode during workouts... simply awesome. Question for Sebastian - I was reading some other IXL logs and people are taking half a serving pre workout and then sipping the rest during workout. Does this increase the effect? I'm thinking I will try it out on Monday if it does.

IXL: The tingling is gone. I still think it's a little too early to notice anything but I will continue to write down any obscurities in my workout when they happen. Recommendation -- the supp bottle looks great, have you all considered making shirts out of this?

Awesome feedback on SE :cool:

I am not Sebastian, but my names starts with an "S" :p

Yes, splitting up the dose of SE gives you a steady stream of energy throughout your entire workout. Most users LOVE this method of dosing SE. I take a 1/2 scoop 20 minutes pre-workout, and sip the other 1/2 during my workout.....its much better than chugging it all at once IMO.

[Jamier11]

Sounds awesome man. You might want to think about getting some whole foods into the first half of your day- Your first three meals are drinks. You should definitely get some oats, brown rice, or sweet potatoes into the first half of your day. You need those carbs early in the day!

This log is coming along great though, man. Best of luck!

[thesweetcove]

Sounds awesome man. You might want to think about getting some whole foods into the first half of your day- Your first three meals are drinks. You should definitely get some oats, brown rice, or sweet potatoes into the first half of your day. You need those carbs early in the day!

This log is coming along great though, man. Best of luck!

Haha yeah I def agree. I usually don't do the whole drink thing, but Ive been working pretty early in the morning so that's all I have time for. Today was my last day of though so there will definitely be oatmeal and a sandwich up in those first couple of hours. My workout journal is a better indicator of my diet so check that out and I would def appreciate any diet advice.

[thesweetcove]

Awesome feedback on SE :cool:

I am not Sebastian, but my names starts with an "S" :p

Yes, splitting up the dose of SE gives you a steady stream of energy throughout your entire workout. Most users LOVE this method of dosing SE. I take a 1/2 scoop 20 minutes pre-workout, and sip the other 1/2 during my workout.....its much better than chugging it all at once IMO.

Thanks! Will definitely try the 1/2 and 1/2 thing on Monday. And I agree, chugging that entire packet is well, not the best feeling in the world. :D

[Jamier11]

Haha yeah I def agree. I usually don't do the whole drink thing, but Ive been working pretty early in the morning so that's all I have time for. Today was my last day of though so there will definitely be oatmeal and a sandwich up in those first couple of hours. My workout journal is a better indicator of my diet so check that out and I would def appreciate any diet advice.

Sounds good, man. You might find you have that extra endurance when you hit the weights with those carbs in you. Oats do wonders :)

[thesweetcove]

Sorry I've been MIA this past weekend, things have been a little hectic although I've still been taking my IXL (all 6 at once - the tingling is great!). Things wil be back to normal tomorrow!

[thesweetcove]

THE WORKOUT -- IXL AND STEELEDGE
DAY 9

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Weight 166.0 lbs :eek: <-- yes, my diet has gone to hell


The Workout: Back and Biceps

Pulley Pull-Downs

150 x 10
150 x 8
150 x 8

Pulley Rows

145 x 10
145 x 10

Dumbbell Curls (Hammer Twist)

40 (80 combined)x 8
40 x 6
40 x 6
40 x 5

Single Handed Dumbbell Preacher Curls

32.5 x 6
32.5 x 6

Preacher Curls

65 x 712
75 x 8
75 x 6

Bicep Pulldowns (Hands In)

125 x 12
137.5 x 10
137.5 x 10

Pull Ups

BW x 5
BW x 5


and some forearm work

Overview:
Oh you know, just another day at the gym, except with 49ers QB Alex Smith. Yep, he works out at my gym - pretty sick. Other than that OK workout, I'm still trying to get my diet down straight.

Thoughts on Steeledge:
I tried the half and half method today but didn't notice anything considerably different than just taking the whole packet before hand. Good pumps though!


Thoughts on IXL:
Not much increase in the strength department today so I'm not sure if IXL has kicked in yet. Rest time between sets is decreasing though, I will try to start timing that tomorrow to see what kind of improvement I get

[Jamier11]

Sorry I've been MIA this past weekend, things have been a little hectic although I've still been taking my IXL (all 6 at once - the tingling is great!). Things wil be back to normal tomorrow!

Yep i took 6 all at once one day and my legs started to feel really prickly. I stood up to see if could figure out what was going on, then remembered... Thats IXL's way of telling you it's working. So i smiled.

[thesweetcove]

THE WORKOUT -- IXL AND STEELEDGE
DAY 10

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Weight: 167.0 lbs

The Workout: Chest and Triceps

Bench

205 x 8
205 x 8
205 x 6 I am going low enough now
185 x 8

Incline (Dumbbell)

55 (110 combined) x 9
55 x 10
55 x 9

Overhead Press

65 x 12
65 x 12
65 x 12

Weighted Dips

BW+25 x 9
BW+25 x 7
BW+25 x 6

Rope Push-Downs

125 x 10
125 x 10

Flys

165 x 10
165 x 7
150 x 10

Shoulder Lateral Raise

20's x 10
22.5's x 10

Front Dumbbell Raise

20's x 10
22.5's x 8


Overview:
Although there is no green today I feel like I had a pretty good workout. I'm keeping the numbers up and my technique is getting better. Good stuff is happening. You probaky all noticed that today's chest/tris day had considerably more exercises than in the best. I added shoulders to my chest day, hence the extra exercises.

SteelEdge: half and half again today --> this is definitely a great alternative to chugging the entire packet pre workout. Again some great pumps today, to the extent that it really boosted my confidence.

IXL: LOTS of tingling today! Not sure why considering it seemed to have subsided considerably during the past week. I calculated my rest time between sets today and it has gone down to about 40 seconds! This is a big improvement, as I was probably waiting around 1m30s when I started this log. I think this stuff is going to start impressing me a lot very soon. I will keep you all posted.

[thesweetcove]

Yep i took 6 all at once one day and my legs started to feel really prickly. I stood up to see if could figure out what was going on, then remembered... Thats IXL's way of telling you it's working. So i smiled.

lol, you know I only feel it in my face. wierd but I like it!

[SHOWTIME]

Great workout..Im glad your liking the supps

[thesweetcove]

Great workout..Im glad your liking the supps

Thanks Sapper -- I know this stuff kicks a$$!

[SHOWTIME]

Thanks Sapper -- I know this stuff kicks a$$!

How long are you current workouts? 60 minutes?

[thesweetcove]

How long are you current workouts? 60 minutes?

68 minutes today, but that is still way shorter than they used to be and I added quite a few exercises...

EDIT: I'm going to start logging my workout times now. Thanks mate

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

Yep i took 6 all at once one day and my legs started to feel really prickly. I stood up to see if could figure out what was going on, then remembered... Thats IXL's way of telling you it's working. So i smiled.

6 caps at once can be quite intense to say the least, especially if you are inactive when it's happening.





SteelEdge: half and half again today --> this is definitely a great alternative to chugging the entire packet pre workout. Again some great pumps today, to the extent that it really boosted my confidence.

IXL: LOTS of tingling today! Not sure why considering it seemed to have subsided considerably during the past week. I calculated my rest time between sets today and it has gone down to about 40 seconds! This is a big improvement, as I was probably waiting around 1m30s when I started this log. I think this stuff is going to start impressing me a lot very soon. I will keep you all posted.

Good to hear the AEN timing tip is working for you with the SteelEdge. It is my favorite way for sure.

The reduced rest time between sets from IntraXCell, is undeniable. :) I also thing, this is partly responsible for why many people sweat so much more when taking IXL.


lol, you know I only feel it in my face. wierd but I like it!

:)


Thanks Sapper -- I know this stuff kicks a$$!

:cool:

[thesweetcove]

THE WORKOUT W/ IXL
DAY 4
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Weight 168.0 lbs
Workout Time 42 minutes

The Workout: Legs and Abs

Leg Press

405 x 15
495 x 12
585 x 10
655 x 4

Squats

135 x 12 touching my calf's
185 x 12 touching my calf's
205 x 10 touching my calf's
225 x 8 almost touching calf's

Seated Calf Press

90 x 15
90 x 15
90 x 15

thesweetcove's ABS routine

3x


and some other ab work

Overview:
Again lots of tingling today, I think this is because I've been slacking on my diet, and a severe decrease in my food intake is increasing the sensation. <-- I REALLY need to get on top of this. GREAT workout though!

Thoughts on IXL:
WOW, I think this stuff has finally started to really kick in. I had an insane leg workout today. My rest time was VERY minimal between sets and in some cases I was able to put up significantly more than I ever had before (Keep in mind that I didn't do legs prior to starting this log so I am experiencing some newbie gains). LOTS of sweat, to the point where I had a lot of trouble taking my shirt off to get into the shower :D. IXL IS INSANE, I think it's effect is especially evident on leg days!!!

[Axlejones]

Nice to see the IXL effect is working for you. Seems like most of the testers are already having good results with it, including myself. Keep up the good work!

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

Overview:
Again lots of tingling today, I think this is because I've been slacking on my diet, and a severe decrease in my food intake is increasing the sensation. <-- I REALLY need to get on top of this. GREAT workout though!

Thoughts on IXL:
WOW, I think this stuff has finally started to really kick in. I had an insane leg workout today. My rest time was VERY minimal between sets and in some cases I was able to put up significantly more than I ever had before (Keep in mind that I didn't do legs prior to starting this log so I am experiencing some newbie gains). LOTS of sweat, to the point where I had a lot of trouble taking my shirt off to get into the shower :D. IXL IS INSANE, I think it's effect is especially evident on leg days!!!

:)..Yes, many of you guys are getting close to the two week mark, which it typically when IntraXCell REALLY starts to kick in. Still week 3,4 and beyond, will blow away week 1-2 .:)

Fantastic feedback, keep it up!


Nice to see the IXL effect is working for you. Seems like most of the testers are already having good results with it, including myself. Keep up the good work!

No complaints from AEN. :cool:

[FORCE RECON]

THE WORKOUT W/ IXL
DAY 4
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Thoughts on IXL:
WOW, I think this stuff has finally started to really kick in. I had an insane leg workout today. My rest time was VERY minimal between sets and in some cases I was able to put up significantly more than I ever had before (Keep in mind that I didn't do legs prior to starting this log so I am experiencing some newbie gains). LOTS of sweat, to the point where I had a lot of trouble taking my shirt off to get into the shower :D. IXL IS INSANE, I think it's effect is especially evident on leg days!!!

I was very suprised when my "pre-IntraXCell" leg days seemed easy after I had been on IXL for 2-3 weeks......I started doing all supersets and only resting 30-60 seconds in-between sets, just to wear myself out. Good times :)

[thesweetcove]

I was very suprised when my "pre-IntraXCell" leg days seemed easy after I had been on IXL for 2-3 weeks......I started doing all supersets and only resting 30-60 seconds in-between sets, just to wear myself out. Good times :)

:D I had some trouble walking today! I'm taking 6 caps as we speak.

[Back Double Biceps18]

:D I had some trouble walking today! I'm taking 6 caps as we speak.

Hahah nice bro!

[thesweetcove]

THE WORKOUT -- IXL AND STEELEDGE
DAY 14

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Weight 166.0 lbs :mad:


The Workout: Back and Biceps

Pulley Pull-Downs

145 x 10
145 x 10
145 x 8

Pulley Rows

145 x 10
145 x 10
145 x 8

Dumbbell Curls (Hammer Twist)

40 (80 combined)x 8
40 x 7
40 x 7
40 x 5

Preacher Curls

75 x 8
75 x 7
75 x 7

Single Handed Preacher Dumbbell Curls

32.5 x 8
32.5 x 8
32.5 x 8 (and struggling)

Bicep Pulldowns (Hands In)

125 x 12
137.5 x 10
137.5 x 8

Pull Ups

BW x 8
BW x 5
BW x 6


and some forearm work

Overview:
This was my last day on SteelEdge. So it was a depressing workout but nonetheless a fantastic one. I'm really glad I'm keeping all this weight up. I am still working on improving my diet. I felt really good in the gym today.

Thoughts on Steeledge:
I'm sad my samples are done and I must say that I have been very impressed with this product. I am definitely going to go out and buy a tub with my next supplement purchase (once I run out of whey -- cheaper shipping if I wait :D!). While taste isn't the best 8/10 is generous, this stuff kicks in right away and is even better if you drink it with the half and half method, taking half pre workout and sipping on the rest during workout. Great pumps and undeniable energy boosts. I love it.


Thoughts on IXL:
Ah the infamous magic blue pills. These are finally kicking in and the tingling is still there, AWESOME! Ironically, I now only feel the tingling when I am working out and not when I take 6 at once on my off days! Maybe the sweat has something to do with it? I'll be able to judge this product better tomorrow and for the remainder of this log as I won't be on SteelEdge so it won't cloud my judgment! :D

[thesweetcove]

THE WORKOUT -- IXL AND STEELEDGE
DAY 15

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Weight: 166.0 lbs
Time: 67 min.

The Workout: Chest and Triceps

Bench

205 x 8
205 x 8
205 x 6

Incline (Dumbbell)

55 (110 combined) x 8
55 x 8
55 x 7

Overhead Press

65 x 12
70 x 12
75 x 10

Weighted Dips

BW+25 x 9
BW+25 x 9
BW+25 x 8

Rope Push-Downs

125 x 10
125 x 10

Flys

165 x 8
165 x 7
150 x 8

Shoulder Lateral Raise

20's x 10
22.5's x 10

Front Dumbbell Raise

20's x 10
22.5's x 8

Shoulder Press

140 x 12
160 x 4
150 x 7


Overview:
Good workout, definitely left the gym feeling sore. Ive been doing the BB Bench Press on a adjustable stop machine so the weight wll probably go down a little when I switch back to free BB.


IXL: Well the sweat was there so something was working! Wrokout time was also considerably short and there was a lot of energy throughout.

[FORCE RECON]

THE WORKOUT -- IXL AND STEELEDGE
DAY 15

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Overview:
Good workout, definitely left the gym feeling sore. Ive been doing the BB Bench Press on a adjustable stop machine so the weight wll probably go down a little when I switch back to free BB.


IXL: Well the sweat was there so something was working! Wrokout time was also considerably short and there was a lot of energy throughout.

good stuff Sweetcove!

[thesweetcove]

THE WORKOUT W/ IXL
DAY 16
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Weight 164.0 lbs
Workout Time 40 minutes

The Workout: Legs and Abs

Leg Press

585 x 10
495 x 12
495 x 10

Squats

135 x 12 touching my calf's
185 x 12
205 x 10
215 x 10

Seated Calf Press

90 x 20
90 x 15

thesweetcove's ABS routine

2x


and some other ab work

Overview:
Decent workout. I wasn't feeling all that good and my legs were still a little sore

Thoughts on IXL:
I love this stuff on leg days. I think my workout was effected somewhat by my lack of energy but I could still see IXL working hard. This was another short workout with very minimal rest time. On the leg presses and squats, I often founded myself taking a as short as a 15s water break and then back to some more reps.

[SHOWTIME]

Awesome leg day!!

Especially your numbers on the Leg Press..

[FORCE RECON]

THE WORKOUT W/ IXL
DAY 16
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Weight 164.0 lbs
Workout Time 40 minutes

The Workout: Legs and Abs

Leg Press

585 x 10
495 x 12
495 x 10

Squats

135 x 12 touching my calf's
185 x 12
205 x 10
215 x 10

Seated Calf Press

90 x 20
90 x 15

thesweetcove's ABS routine

2x


and some other ab work

Overview:
Decent workout. I wasn't feeling all that good and my legs were still a little sore

Thoughts on IXL:
I love this stuff on leg days. I think my workout was effected somewhat by my lack of energy but I could still see IXL working hard. This was another short workout with very minimal rest time. On the leg presses and squats, I often founded myself taking a as short as a 15s water break and then back to some more reps.

15 second breaks!? wow.....great workout.

[thesweetcove]

15 second breaks!? wow.....great workout.

yeah that's for real, it was insane! :D

[thesweetcove]

Awesome leg day!!

Especially your numbers on the Leg Press..

thanks sapper, the weight is getting up there...

[thesweetcove]

THE WORKOUT -- IXL AND STEELEDGE
DAY 18

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Weight: 168.0 lbs
Time: 49 minutes

The Workout: Back and Biceps

Pulley Pull-Downs

130 x 10
130 x 10
130 x 8

Pulley Rows

145 x 10
145 x 10
145 x 8

Dumbbell Curls (Hammer Twist)

40 (80 combined)x 7
40 x 6
40 x 6
40 x 5

Preacher Curls

75 x 7
65 x 8
65 x 10

Single Handed Preacher Dumbbell Curls

32.5 x 8
32.5 x 8
32.5 x 7

Bicep Pulldowns (Hands In)

125 x 12
125 x 10
125 x 8

Pull Ups

BW x 6
BW x 5
BW x 5
BW x 4
I think it is important to note that with pullups, I start with my arms fully extended, pull all the way up until my lower chest is touching the bar, then go down slowly until my arms are fully extended, I hang from 1 to 2 seconds (without touching the ground obviously) and then begin another repetition. If I half-assed these like I see a lot of guys doing at the gym, I could definitely do more that 10.




Overview:
When I was walking into the gym, my left bicep slammed into the lobby door and left a pretty nasty bruise. End result it was really sore so had to take it a little easy on the biceps. Remarkably, my weight really didn't decrease much at all!

Thoughts on IXL:
Well I think IXL made up for my strained left bicep today. My performance did not suffer and although I had to decrease some of the reps my rest time was unchanged. Very sweaty today and I felt more tingling that usual. My biceps were extremely sore after the gym today and my back actually felt a little under the weather as well.

[FORCE RECON]

THE WORKOUT -- IXL AND STEELEDGE
DAY 18

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Weight: 168.0 lbs
Time: 49 minutes

The Workout: Back and Biceps

Pulley Pull-Downs

130 x 10
130 x 10
130 x 8

Pulley Rows

145 x 10
145 x 10
145 x 8

Dumbbell Curls (Hammer Twist)

40 (80 combined)x 7
40 x 6
40 x 6
40 x 5

Preacher Curls

75 x 7
65 x 8
65 x 10

Single Handed Preacher Dumbbell Curls

32.5 x 8
32.5 x 8
32.5 x 7

Bicep Pulldowns (Hands In)

125 x 12
125 x 10
125 x 8

Pull Ups

BW x 6
BW x 5
BW x 5
BW x 4
I think it is important to note that with pullups, I start with my arms fully extended, pull all the way up until my lower chest is touching the bar, then go down slowly until my arms are fully extended, I hang from 1 to 2 seconds (without touching the ground obviously) and then begin another repetition. If I half-assed these like I see a lot of guys doing at the gym, I could definitely do more that 10.




Overview:
When I was walking into the gym, my left bicep slammed into the lobby door and left a pretty nasty bruise. End result it was really sore so had to take it a little easy on the biceps. Remarkably, my weight really didn't decrease much at all!

Thoughts on IXL:
Well I think IXL made up for my strained left bicep today. My performance did not suffer and although I had to decrease some of the reps my rest time was unchanged. Very sweaty today and I felt more tingling that usual. My biceps were extremely sore after the gym today and my back actually felt a little under the weather as well.

LOL at your comment about pullups! I completely agree!

How long do you workouts usually take?

[thesweetcove]

LOL at your comment about pullups! I completely agree!

:D


How long do you workouts usually take?

Pre-IXL workouts were about 80 minutes give or take

[FORCE RECON]

Pre-IXL workouts were about 80 minutes give or take

:eek:

Thats awesome!

[SHOWTIME]

:eek:

Thats awesome!

x2.. great work man

[thesweetcove]

THE WORKOUT -- IXL AND STEELEDGE
DAY 19

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Weight: 169.0 lbs

The Workout: Chest and Triceps

Bench -- Free Barbell Today

135 x 12
185 x 5 (fail)
155 x 10
155 x 9

Incline (Dumbbell)

55 (110 combined) x 7
55 x 7
55 x 6

Incline BB

115 x 12 (easy)
135 x 9
135 x 8

Overhead Press

70 x 12
70 x 12
70 x 10

Weighted Dips

BW+25 x 8
BW+25 x 8
BW+25 x 6

Flys

165 x 10
160 x 10
160 x 8

Shoulder Lateral Raise

22.5's x 10
25's x 10

Front Dumbbell Raise

22.5's x 10
25's x 8


Overview:
The free Barbel Bench Press really got me down today. Since Ive been doing them fixed for the past couple weeks and putting on more and more weight I figured I woud be relatively close to those numbers when I transitioned back. Numbers were overall pretty low today so it's still probably a little higher. Got to eat!

IXL: No tingling (funny how this is on and off. Rest time was short as usual on the majority of exercises, btu for the Dumbbell Incline Press, I was taking a lot of time and I was having an especially hard time with these... Don't knwo why.

[thesweetcove]

Sorry I havent been posting lately,
I am actually in Montreal right now and didnt have time to post my last workout etc. I am woreking out up here and will post all of those upon my return in 9 days. Taking 6 IXL pills everyday is a treat and I hope youre all having good progress

[FORCE RECON]

Sorry I havent been posting lately,
I am actually in Montreal right now and didnt have time to post my last workout etc. I am woreking out up here and will post all of those upon my return in 9 days. Taking 6 IXL pills everyday is a treat and I hope youre all having good progress

Have fun in Montreal!.....looking forward to seeing your workouts when you get back :D