ActivaTe Xtreme and me!

[dtrain13]

ActivaTe Xtreme

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History's attempt at Testosterone Enhancement

For years supplement companies have been churning out products promoted as testosterone boosters with large marketing budgets and flashy graphics in order to drill home to the masses that the product is brilliant. The fact is the majority of these companies spend more on the advertising than the research and development. In fact, a lot of companies save a lot of money by re-hashing the old ideas of the more innovative companies, or simply ripping off their newest ideas. To put it plainly, those who can, do, and those who can't, copy. Because of this, there are herbs ever-promoted by these companies for their newest products, and like a broken record you can guarantee they will focus on one, two or all of the following: tribulus, avena sativa and long jack (aka tongkat ali).

Tribulus has highly conflicting scientific research behind it regarding whether it does anything for impacting testosterone levels, although the older population end to note that they notice improvements in libido from it. Ultimately, very, very few users report any influence to body composition or strength levels. Avena sativa is touted as being able to increase free testosterone, and yet there is absolutely no scientific evidence to support this theory. In fact, we are quite perplexed as to where this rumour came from. Finally, long jack possibly has the most potential of them all, but results seem to be quite hit-and-miss and it is not rare for users to report negative side effects that are attributed to it use, such as itchy nipples.

More recently, aromatase inhibitors (AI) have been released and used extensively as a means of estrogen control. They also have the secondary benefit of tricking the body into releasing more testosterone, however many users will take dosing to the extreme which inevitably has negative implications on sex drive.

The Future of Testosterone Optimization The release of ActivaTe two years ago marked a change in the market for testosterone enhancement. Never before had one natural compound proven so effective, giving results across the board. That compound is Divanil, a lignan found naturally in the root of the stinging nettle. High dose of this particular lignan had never been seen before in the industry.

And so now we earmark another revolution in the industry as we release - ActivaTe Xtreme. Again, utilizing Divanil, a compound tried, tested and scientifically proven to enhance free testosterone by binding to sex-hormone binding globulin (SHBG), ActivaTe Xtreme goes those few steps further to improve upon the greatness of the original. Icariin, a flavonol found in epimedium extract is included for its testosterone mimetic properties and for its ability to promote serum testosterone levels. In addition, this compound can enhance erection strength and should work as a fantastic libido enhancer. Basella alba marks another first for the industry from Designer Supplements. Closely related to spinach, basella alba has been shown to promote testosterone production in the testes and even help increase bodyweight. The combination of the three compounds should give rise to significant elevations in testosterone, and so the natural occurring phytochemical indole-3-carbinol is included to promote healthy estrogen metabolism and counter any unwanted side effects. Finally, rhodiola rosea, the classic adaptogen is included for its effects on combating fatigue and stress, regenerating ATP reserves, and promoting physical performance and endurance.

ActivaTe Xtreme is the future of natural testosterone enhancement and will help lead to improvements in strength, body composition and sex drive.






About me:

Sex:Yes

DOB:6/13/78

Zodiac:Gemini

Age:29

Marital status:Married

Number of dependents:2

Rent/Own:Own

Education:Some

Height:6'4?

Weight:311

Body type:endo

Bodyfat%:will update

Measurements:will update

Training experience:14yrs/serious(powerlifting)5yrs

Current Training Schedule / Split / Muscle Group:
mon-back
tue-off
wed-bi?s/tri?s
thur-off
fri-shoulders
sat-legs/limited training ability
sun-chest

Cardio Schedule/Protocol:
jump rope in between sets/looking into some alternative forms at this time also

Current supplements:
AEN IXL
AEN Steel Edge
NP Kwik Karb (WMS)
Giant Nutrition WPI
ON BCAA?s
Multi

Current Diet:
Don?t really count cals or macro?s but and estimate would be in 2500 range.

Protein sources:
turkey, chicken, lean beef, eggs, fish, nuts, cottage cheese, yogurt and low fat milk as well as powders

Carb sources:
oats/cream of wheat, wheat pasta, brown rice, green veggies and some fruit[/QUOTE]

Fat sources:
peanuts and peanut butter

[TheUnlikelyToad]

311 pounds.... Awesome!

Keep up tha good work. ;)

[nni]

nyce!

[dtrain13]

311 pounds.... Awesome!

Keep up tha good work. ;)

LOL...if I was back to 15% bf at that weight I'd be happy about it but I'm closer to 19%......I have to try to incorporate more cardio but its difficult training at home with very limited space. I've got some ideas though.....

[40-Yard Dash_2]

Subscribed.

[redhawk76]

Good Luck D.

[Skull Crusher Chris]

Looking good man, good luck:D Scribed!

[dtrain13]

Oh BTW, I'm digging the new labels and bottles.

[Sldge]

Oh BTW, I'm digging the new labels and bottles.

Cool. We have been working on the new look for like 6 months and werent quite sure everyone would like it as much as we do. So far though everyone has thought they looked great.

[dtrain13]

Cool. We have been working on the new look for like 6 months and werent quite sure everyone would like it as much as we do. So far though everyone has thought they looked great.

I was also a fan of the old ones as well. Not to fond of the latter ActivaTe label however.

[Sldge]

Yeah the black label looked terrible. The new ACTX labels didnt come out as bright as I had thought but thats because of the cool foil background.

Now I just have to get BBing to change the DS logo to the new one.

[Bloute]

sub

[naturalguy]

Oh BTW, I'm digging the new labels and bottles.

Agreed. Very cool looking

[Elliptical Envy]

Let's go Dtrain!

[JCAZ2010]

Are you cutting? 2500 cals seems really low..

[uhockey]

This log looks better than the Blackhawk's 2007-08 prospects.......not that that would take much effort. ;)

[ncangey0513]

subwoofered.

[dtrain13]

Are you cutting? 2500 cals seems really low..

YES! After I got married and had a child all in about a three month time frame I had no time to train and wound up taking about 5 months off and got way out of shape. Its been a struggle to get back to where I was mainly because my body isn't responding to things it used to so I'm going to try some different things.

[dtrain13]

This log looks better than the Blackhawk's 2007-08 prospects.......not that that would take much effort. ;)

LOL...go KINGS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :D

[BuckeyeMuscle]

subbed....best of luck dtrain!!

[dtrain13]

Good Luck D.


Looking good man, good luck:D Scribed!


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Let's go Dtrain!


subbed....best of luck dtrain!!

Thanks fellas, log officially starts tomorrow. I got some new calipers and another myotape (my wife magically made my other set vanish... ) so I'll get some stats up as well.

[dtrain13]

Workout: chest

45 degree incline db's - 110x16x1, 110x14x1, 110x12x1

flat db presses - 110x12x3

bodyweight push ups using Perfect Push Up - 3 sets emphasizing stretch
http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/brev/perfect.html

Anecdotal thoughts: Nothing major to report yet. Dosed 2 caps about an hour before my workout this morning and will dose two more later today. Also to the DS guys if there is a list of things you would like observations on please let me know so I can include them in my log. My myo tape and calipers should be here tomorrow per UPS so I will get that stuff up ASAP.

[DaveGabe24]

Everything is lookin solid in here D. I'll be here to make sure you get an ass woopin when necessary ;)

[dtrain13]

Everything is lookin solid in here D. I'll be here to make sure you get an ass woopin when necessary ;)

No comment...........:D


BTW I just noticed they edited out my damn picture in my opening post...OMGWTFBBQ!!!! It was the biggest pick I could find and it was all good for two days and now it gets edited out.....

[dtrain13]

Workout: none/off day



Anecdotal thoughts: I had to move my monday workout to this evening due to some family stuff I had to deal with. So I'll be training back tonight. As far ACTX goes its still very early so I haven't noticed a great deal. One thing I have noticed are very vivid/wild dreams. I've also felt great the last two mornings upon awakening. I'm pretty sure this was common with the original product but I'm not positive on that. Feeling my chest workout this morning big time which is good because it lets me know I'm doing something right. Again to any DS people if there is a set parameters or specifics you would like feedback on let me know.

Still pissed about my damn pic being edited out.............GRRrrrrr

[40-Yard Dash_2]

Again to any DS people if there is a set parameters or specifics you would like feedback on let me know.

You're doing fine thus far with your description.

[nni]

anything you notice throw in there.

[dinoiii]

In.

Good Luck to you dtrain!

I assume you still lift in the powerlifting sense, no? Interested in your results from more of a non-aesthetic sense and curious about tackling its performance value. Cool Deal.


D_

[dtrain13]

In.

Good Luck to you dtrain!

I assume you still lift in the powerlifting sense, no? Interested in your results from more of a non-aesthetic sense and curious about tackling its performance value. Cool Deal.


D_

Oh I'm interested in the aesthetic aspect of the product as well. Anything that will change my body comp in a favorable manor is always a plus. I've posted before but I'll say it again I don't and haven't ever considered myself a bodybuilder. I started training for athletics in HS and then some in college. After that it was hit or miss for a couple of years and then I got into powerlifting at about 24 and did that for a couple of years until my right shoulder couldn't take it anymore. For the last couple of years I've just "trained" out of addiction. I've had a few setbacks but my life seems to have normalized at this point and through some give and take with my wife I was able to get some solid home equipment and build a room (an addition to my shed if you will....) to house it. I'm limited in some aspects but I can still manage. I don't powerlift anymore but I still train with the same mentality, heavy as hell all of the time.

[uhockey]

Where are my facts? All this anecdote. ;)

[dtrain13]

Where are my facts? All this anecdote. ;)

LOL...you guys already took care of the facts.....;)

[dtrain13]

Workout: back

Lat pull downs - 260x18x3

Stiff arm pull downs - 160x14x3

Seated rows - 300x14x3

Low back extensions - 300x12x3

Ab work



Anecdotal thoughts: In general had a ****ty day yesterday but a solid workout none the less. Felt good and focused though out. As for ACTX its still early and I would expect it to start to pick up in week 2. I did notice one potential side yesterday. About 20 minutes after my second dose for the day I got a nasty headache which may be from the Rhodiola in the formula as I've seen others report the same with Rhodiola supplementation in general. We'll see what happens today. Question for team DS, I'm currently dosing 4 caps daily (2x2) and I'm wondering at my weight if it may be beneficial to increase it to the max dose of 6 daily? I wanted to run the log for a full 30 days so thats why I was dosing it at the 4 caps daily. Also is there any preference to dosage timing? I've been dosing in the AM and in the afternoon.

[nni]

at your weight the higher dosage is beneficial, but you wont make the full 30.

225+ take 2 caps, 3 x per day. just spread the dosage out.

[dtrain13]

at your weight the higher dosage is beneficial, but you wont make the full 30.

225+ take 2 caps, 3 x per day. just spread the dosage out.

Cool. Switching to 6 caps daily protocol today.

[40-Yard Dash_2]

Dude, it just hit me. The title of your log is very sweet, warm, and reassuring. :)

[dtrain13]

Dude, it just hit me. The title of your log is very sweet, warm, and reassuring. :)

LOL Art, me thinks you left out the (no-homo) or did you??? ;)

[uhockey]

LOL Art, me thinks you left out the (no-homo) or did you??? ;)

He did so intentionally. :D

[Sldge]

Cool. Switching to 6 caps daily protocol today.

Yeah youll see a difference at your weight.

[uhockey]

Matt, all things considering, which ingredient is weight based? I get the idea that divanil would be pretty much standardized and more dependent on hormone status than size.

[dtrain13]

Matt, all things considering, which ingredient is weight based? I get the idea that divanil would be pretty much standardized and more dependent on hormone status than size.

Wondering this as well.

[dtrain13]

Workout: bi's/tri's

pressdowns (lat tower) - 160x14x3

extensions - 200x10x3

incline db curls - 80x15x3

hammer curls - 80x15x3


Anecdotal thoughts:Well I had pretty good workout yesterday. Probably the best I've had yet since starting this log. Felt strong until the end. I did up the dose to 6 caps daily with the final dose about 60 minutes pre workout and I did notice a difference in intra workout pumps. My tri's began to hurt around rep 8 on my pressdown sets. Although not worked directly my forearms were also pumped/hurting more so than they have in recent memory. As far as the headache that I received on Tuesday, it didn't come back yesterday but I will continue to monitor this none the less. Libido seems to be up a little as well.

[nni]

good news.

[dtrain13]

Workout: shoulders/delts/traps

super set: db presses/shrugs - 110x12x3, 110x20x3

super set: upright rows/side laterals - 200x10x3, 50x15x3

ab work

Anecdotal thoughts: Best workout this week. Felt great all day long. I do think there maybe something to the dosage increase as I've felt the product a lot more the last two days. That being said it also could be to a cumulative build up of the ingredients as well. Intra workout pumps were very strong again today. In fact painful. No sides(headaches)today either.

Anybody got an suggestions on some new rock (IE Disturbed, Godsmack, Mudvayne) music. I've played out my current play list and am to lazy to find some new stuff.....:D

[DrnkMnky]

Anybody got an suggestions on some new rock (IE Disturbed, Godsmack, Mudvayne) music. I've played out my current play list and am to lazy to find some new stuff.....:D

Logs looking good.

If you into mudvayne, you will prob like 'Hell Yea'. Singer from mudvayne with Vinnie Paul.

[40-Yard Dash_2]

Anybody got an suggestions on some new rock (IE Disturbed, Godsmack, Mudvayne) music. I've played out my current play list and am to lazy to find some new stuff.....:D


Go back to the 90's and listen to some STP.

[Sldge]

Matt, all things considering, which ingredient is weight based? I get the idea that divanil would be pretty much standardized and more dependent on hormone status than size.

Basella Alba. In the studies we went over there was a specific dosing protocol used based on weight which we tried to duplicate. So the guys that weigh more or dont respond well to supplements (Shadowjack and Twin) will get more from the BA at the higher dosing and then the Divanil/Icariin will do their job.

[ncangey0513]

Anybody got an suggestions on some new rock (IE Disturbed, Godsmack, Mudvayne) music. I've played out my current play list and am to lazy to find some new stuff.....:D

Depends on how "new" you're talking about, and how hard you're willing to go. Here's what my workout playlist consists of. It's not for the faint of heart, but it gets me mentally jacked day in and day out. These aren't really new, and you've probably heard most of them before, but they get the job done.

Hatebreed - Live for This
Hatebreed- I Will Be Heard
Hatebreed - A Call for Blood
Hatebreed - Doomsayer
Blood for Blood - Some Kind of Hate
Lamb of God - What I've Become
Lamb of God - Laid to Rest
Drowning Pool - Bodies
Drowning Pool -Step Up
Static X - Push it
Static X - Bled for Days
Linkin Park - Faint
Papa Roach - Last Resort
Otep - Battle Ready
Stemm - Face the Pain
Limp Bizkit - Break Stuff

[dtrain13]

Go back to the 90's and listen to some STP.

STP??!!! OMFG!! LOL!! :D


Basella Alba. In the studies we went over there was a specific dosing protocol used based on weight which we tried to duplicate. So the guys that weigh more or dont respond well to supplements (Shadowjack and Twin) will get more from the BA at the higher dosing and then the Divanil/Icariin will do their job.

Thanks Matt. :)


Depends on how "new" you're talking about, and how hard you're willing to go. Here's what my workout playlist consists of. It's not for the faint of heart, but it gets me mentally jacked day in and day out. These aren't really new, and you've probably heard most of them before, but they get the job done.

Hatebreed - Live for This
Hatebreed- I Will Be Heard
Hatebreed - A Call for Blood
Hatebreed - Doomsayer
Blood for Blood - Some Kind of Hate
Lamb of God - What I've Become
Lamb of God - Laid to Rest
Drowning Pool - Bodies
Drowning Pool -Step Up
Static X - Push it
Static X - Bled for Days
Linkin Park - Faint
Papa Roach - Last Resort
Otep - Battle Ready
Stemm - Face the Pain
Limp Bizkit - Break Stuff

I think I own most of those CD's but there at me Mom's....I'll get em off line. Thanks for the list BTW.




Also I'll have an update tomorrow.

[dtrain13]

Workout: chest

45 degree incline db's - 120x10x3

flat db presses - 120x10x3

incline db fly's - 80x10x3


Anecdotal thoughts: Great workout today. Added 10lbs to all movements and subsequently dropped a few reps. Feeling extremely tight in my upper body, everywhere. DOMS seem to be increasing also but it maybe an increase in overall tightness from the product. No real sides to report other than the one headache and some oily skin. Libido seems to be up as well. Having used both the beta form and the retail version of ActivaTe this dose seem to bring the overall efficacy up a notch.

[40-Yard Dash_2]

Nice little strength improvements.

[dtrain13]

Workout: back

Lat pull downs - 280x14x3

Stiff arm pull downs - 200x10x3

Seated rows - 300x14x3

Low back extensions - 300x12x3

Ab work



Anecdotal thoughts: Probably the best workout I've had yet. Added 20lbs to my lat pull downs and 40lbs to my stiff arm pull downs. Really aggressive and intense (alpha male mentality) yesterday. Pumps are coming on and the overall tightness/density of my upper body and lower to a degree is great. This stuff does cause me to have crazy ass dreams. I don't often have dreams that I can remember but pretty much every night since I started ACTX I've had some of the most vivid/intense dreams that I can remember having. Don't know why but I do. No major sides but the increase in oily skin has caused me to have a couple of minor breakouts here and there on my body but nothing major.

[dtrain13]

Nice little strength improvements.

Hey man when you move from 110 to 120 on incline and flat db presses that ain't little.....Grrrrrr.......:D ;)

[nni]

good stuff on the increases.

[dtrain13]

Workout: bi's/tri's

pressdowns (lat tower) - 200x10x3

extensions - 200x10x3

incline db curls - 90x12x3

hammer curls - 80x15x3


Anecdotal thoughts:Felt great yesterday. Almost didn't even workout as I was tired as hell after work yesterday but a couple of scoops of Steel Edge took care of that. Increased weight in both press downs (+40lbs) and incline curls (+10lbs) so I'm happy about that. Getting some very strong intra pumps and overall hardness/density is way up. Feel pretty pumped for most of the day fallowing my workout. All in all I'm liking this stuff quite a bit. IMO it's way more potent than the original and outside of Omega T-Force it's probably given me the most noticeable results from an herbal type test booster.

o/t: Training camp starts today, WooHOO!!! Go BEARS!!! :D

[Skull Crusher Chris]

Nice workout and grats on the increase! Awesome that it's proving to me more potent then the original, as I am seeing great stuff from it already.

Are you talking about "da bears"?:D

[dtrain13]

Are you talking about "da bears"?:D

Please, I can't stand that shiat!!! :D ;)

Funny thing is there are in fact some meat heads in Chicago that talk like the "Super Fans" did. The sports talk shows are funny as hell when these idiots call up. The best are the retarded ass Cubs fans. They take the cake.

[Skull Crusher Chris]

Please, I can't stand that shiat!!! :D ;)

Funny thing is there are in fact some meat heads in Chicago that talk like the "Super Fans" did. The sports talk shows are funny as hell when these idiots call up. The best are the retarded ass Cubs fans. They take the cake.

LOL that'd be funny as hell to hear. I heard some of that **** when I use to go to Purdue, there are some of those "meat head" people there.

[uhockey]

The Blackhawks signed a midget yesterday! WooHoo.

The Bears should have signed him instead.....he'd be at least as good as Grossman. ;)

[40-Yard Dash_2]

The Blackhawks signed a midget yesterday! WooHoo.

The Bears should have signed him instead.....he'd be at least as good as Grossman. ;)

I found it hilarious when the Bears drafted Leak this past April.

[dtrain13]

I found it hilarious when the Bears drafted Leak this past April.

They didn't draft him, he was signed as an undrafted fee agent.

[dtrain13]

The Blackhawks signed a midget yesterday! WooHoo.

The Bears should have signed him instead.....he'd be at least as good as Grossman. ;)

Didn't the Kings sign there own midget a week or so ago???!!! :D ;)

Mark my word Mike, Kane and Toews are going to have a major impact in the upcoming season.

[nni]

hope for second to last.

[40-Yard Dash_2]

They didn't draft him, he was signed as an undrafted fee agent.

:rolleyes:

He's on their freakin roster, Mr. Exact.

[dtrain13]

hope for second to last.

LOL....

:rolleyes:

[Sldge]

And the strength keeps coming...great job.

[dtrain13]

And the strength keeps coming...great job.

Thanks. And yeah my strength has gone up quite a bit over the last month and a half but I can't attribute all of my recent increases to ActX, although I know its helping, because I was due to increase some of my movements as I was putting up 14-18 reps on some things. That said ActX has put me in the mind set to do it and led to some intense workouts.

[40-Yard Dash_2]

Thanks. And yeah my strength has gone up quite a bit over the last month and a half but I can't attribute all of my recent increases to ActX, although I know its helping, because I was due to increase some of my movements as I was putting up 14-18 reps on some things. That said ActX has put me in the mind set to do it and led to some intense workouts.

Matt, Darin can attribute his strength gains to me and the bloody fear I put into him.

[dtrain13]

Matt, Darin can attribute his strength gains to me and the bloody fear I put into him.

Elian FTW!!!! :rolleyes:

[uhockey]

Art seems quite sold on himself these days. :)

[dtrain13]

Art seems quite sold on himself these days. :)
Indeed. He's going a touch Hollywood on us.....:D

[dtrain13]

Workout: shoulders/delts/traps

super set: db presses/shrugs - 115x10x3, 115x15x3

super set: upright rows/side laterals - 200x10x3, 50x15x3

ab work

Anecdotal thoughts: Another solid workout today. Slight increase in db presses and shrugs (+5). A lot more of the same honestly, great pumps (god I hate that term but there is nothing else.....), intensity/focus and hardness/density. Libido is way up and I'm still having the vivid dreams.

[uhockey]

The dreams finally kicked in for me after about 10 days and its been weird......given, my sleep schedule after being on call last night is nuts, but still......wacky.

[dtrain13]

The dreams finally kicked in for me after about 10 days and its been weird......given, my sleep schedule after being on call last night is nuts, but still......wacky.

So I'm not the only one, is this a common thing?? I started having them on day 2 or 3 and I get them almost every night. Thing is the dreams themselves are out of control. Some of the craziest and weirdest **** I can ever remember dreaming. Some good (sex) and some nightmarish (people dieing) and some just out there (aliens and ****....:D).

[DrnkMnky]

So I'm not the only one, is this a common thing?? I started having them on day 2 or 3 and I get them almost every night. Thing is the dreams themselves are out of control. Some of the craziest and weirdest **** I can ever remember dreaming. Some good (sex) and some nightmarish (people dieing) and some just out there (aliens and ****....:D).

I have noticed deeper sleep, but no vivid dreams for me.

[dtrain13]

Workout: chest

45 degree incline db's - 120x12x3

flat db presses - 120x12x3

incline db fly's - 80x14x3


Anecdotal thoughts: Great workout yesterday. Totally in the zone and managed to add two reps to both of my press movements and 4 to my fly's. Total upper body tightness, somewhat feels like DOMS but with the real bad soreness. Almost what I felt like when using Anabolic Pump to a degree. No major sides to report other than some acne. Overall I like this product a lot and for me anyway it's had more of an effect on me than the original version.

[40-Yard Dash_2]

So I'm not the only one, is this a common thing?? I started having them on day 2 or 3 and I get them almost every night. Thing is the dreams themselves are out of control. Some of the craziest and weirdest **** I can ever remember dreaming. Some good (sex) and some nightmarish (people dieing) and some just out there (aliens and ****....:D).

Never experienced the nighmares on ActivaTe. Actually, the only time I do get horrible nightmares is when I'm forced to take high doses of prednisone.

[uhockey]

Never experienced the nighmares on ActivaTe. Actually, the only time I do get horrible nightmares is when I'm forced to take high doses of prednisone.

I hear that a lot, actually.

ActX has been interesting for me, sleepwise. AcitvaTe just made me sleep and have vivid dreams. Xtreme is lights out......better than most sedative hypnotics for me. I feel great, despite schedule.

Great log so far d.

[dtrain13]

Workout: back

Lat pull downs - 260x18x3<--start--current-->300x12x3

Stiff arm pull downs - 160x14x3<--start--current-->200x10x3

Seated rows - 300x16x3

Low back extensions - 300x14x3

Ab work



Anecdotal thoughts: As you can see on both pull down movements I've made some pretty significant strength improvements since starting this log and I've added a couple of reps to the others. As I stated earlier I attribute some of this to myself but without question ActivaTe Xtreme is doing it's part as well. This product has met my expectations thus far and in the last 3 or 4 days really started to kick in. I'm pumped all day and based on a comment my mother made (hadn't seen her in about 3 weeks) I'm getting bigger in my upper body. Also I put on a shirt yesterday that I wore about two months ago and I got it on but barely and it felt like it was going to rip at the seems at any given moment. Between Act X and T-Force the last two months have been great in terms of overall progress to get back to my pre married physique. Tragically I only have enough left for three more days after today so I will be able to finish out the week. I've been dosing the 6 caps daily so my log will fall short of the 30 days that I think most will be doing. An 8 week cycle of this would be special IMO and I wish I had more........

[dtrain13]

Never experienced the nighmares on ActivaTe. Actually, the only time I do get horrible nightmares is when I'm forced to take high doses of prednisone.

I guess nightmares might be to strong of a word. But bad dreams for shure.


I hear that a lot, actually.

ActX has been interesting for me, sleepwise. AcitvaTe just made me sleep and have vivid dreams. Xtreme is lights out......better than most sedative hypnotics for me. I feel great, despite schedule.

Great log so far d.

Thanks Mike. Yeah the vivid dreams are something else man. For example this very morning I was dreaming I was running late for work and when I woke up at 1:15 am I jumped out of bed and got into the shower. Keep in mind I usually get up at 4:00 am. My wife came into the bathroom and asked me WTF I was doing and I told her I was late for work and she said no your not, its 1:30. So I went back to bed, but clean. :D

[nni]

congrats on needing new shirts.

[dtrain13]

congrats on needing new shirts.

LMAO!! :D Thanks. My wife's not happy about it though. Also I'm going to have to buy a suit here in a week or so and I remember how fun it was getting fitted for my tux so I'm not looking forward to that either.

[FORCE RECON]

LMAO!! :D Thanks. My wife's not happy about it though. Also I'm going to have to buy a suit here in a week or so and I remember how fun it was getting fitted for my tux so I'm not looking forward to that either.

LOL....great log D :)

[dtrain13]

LOL....great log D :)

Thanks Sam! :)

[Sldge]

Workout: back

Lat pull downs - 260x18x3<--start--current-->300x12x3

Stiff arm pull downs - 160x14x3<--start--current-->200x10x3

Seated rows - 300x16x3

Low back extensions - 300x14x3

Ab work



Anecdotal thoughts: As you can see on both pull down movements I've made some pretty significant strength improvements since starting this log and I've added a couple of reps to the others. As I stated earlier I attribute some of this to myself but without question ActivaTe Xtreme is doing it's part as well. This product has met my expectations thus far and in the last 3 or 4 days really started to kick in. I'm pumped all day and based on a comment my mother made (hadn't seen her in about 3 weeks) I'm getting bigger in my upper body. Also I put on a shirt yesterday that I wore about two months ago and I got it on but barely and it felt like it was going to rip at the seems at any given moment. Between Act X and T-Force the last two months have been great in terms of overall progress to get back to my pre married physique. Tragically I only have enough left for three more days after today so I will be able to finish out the week. I've been dosing the 6 caps daily so my log fall short of 30 days that I think most will be doing. An 8 week cycle of this would be special IMO and I wish I had more........

PM me your addy and Ill send you another bottle. I want to see how you do on it for a full cycle;)

[dtrain13]

PM me your addy and Ill send you another bottle. I want to see how you do on it for a full cycle;)

Done. And thank you for the generosity. :)

If need be I have some regular ActivaTe that I can use to bridge with for a couple days.

[Back Double Biceps18]

PM me your addy and Ill send you another bottle. I want to see how you do on it for a full cycle;)

Very generous.

Damn D those are some strong looking workouts. Keep up the great work!

[dtrain13]

Workout: bi's/tri's

pressdowns (lat tower) - 160x14x3<-start--current->200x10x3

extensions - 200x14x3

incline db curls - 90x12x3

hammer curls - 90x12x3


Anecdotal thoughts: As you can see my strength has improved in my arm workouts as well. Things are going great with my workouts. Intensity remains high and aggression is there also but controlled. Body recomp has improved (nothing drastic) and I've been thermo/stim free (except for the caffeine in Steel Edge) for the duration of this log as well as a couple of weeks prior. Libido is strong as is erection frequency. Muscle density is up and sense of well being (overall outlook on life) is good despite some things going on in my personal life that can and have been stressful.

[FORCE RECON]

Workout: bi's/tri's

pressdowns (lat tower) - 160x14x3<-start--current->200x10x3

extensions - 200x14x3

incline db curls - 90x12x3

hammer curls - 90x12x3


Anecdotal thoughts: As you can see my strength has improved in my arm workouts as well. Things are going great with my workouts. Intensity remains high and aggression is there also but controlled. Body recomp has improved (nothing drastic) and I've been thermo/stim free (except for the caffeine in Steel Edge) for the duration of this log as well as a couple of weeks prior. Libido is strong as is erection frequency. Muscle density is up and sense of well being (overall outlook on life) is good despite some things going on in my personal life that can and have been stressful.

Awesome....I will probably try ActivaTe-X in the near future :D

[uhockey]

So, do you feel that ActivaTe Xtreme has helped with mood/cognition, despite the lack of stims?

I'm using ActX plus Reset AD now and have managed to significanlty ween my stim usage.

[dtrain13]

Awesome....I will probably try ActivaTe-X in the near future :D

What herbal t-boosters/anabolic product have you tried thus far?

[dtrain13]

So, do you feel that ActivaTe Xtreme has helped with mood/cognition, despite the lack of stims?



Yes. IMO the Rhodiola has a lot to do with it. I was like you Mike when it came to stims. You know that though.

[uhockey]

I get the idea that Intraxcell + Reset AD + ActivaTe Xtreme would be one hell of a stack.

[dtrain13]

I get the idea that Intraxcell + Reset AD + ActivaTe Xtreme would be one hell of a stack.

IXL is more or less a staple for me so I've been using it during the log but I had been so it won't skew my results. I've been very intrigued by Reset AD especially after your review of it.

[FORCE RECON]

What herbal t-boosters/anabolic product have you tried thus far?

The original ActivaTe, Inhibit-E & Novedex XT.

[dtrain13]

The original ActivaTe, Inhibit-E & Novedex XT.

If you like ActivaTe you'll love ActivaTe Xtreme. I used ActivaTe three times and this is a significant advancement IMO. Inhibit-E and Novedex XT IMO are in a different class. They do work though.

[FORCE RECON]

If you like ActivaTe you'll love ActivaTe Xtreme. I used ActivaTe three times and this is a significant advancement IMO. Inhibit-E and Novedex XT IMO are in a different class. They do work though.

yeah, they are....I was just listing all the ones I have taken that effect my hormones :D

BTW, are you going to start Reset AD?

[dtrain13]

Workout: shoulders/delts/traps

super set: db presses/shrugs - 115x10x3, 115x20x3

super set: upright rows/side laterals - 200x12x3, 50x15x3

ab work

Anecdotal thoughts: Added 5 reps to shrugs and a couple to upright rows but nothing crazy with my shoulder workout. Just for ****s and grins I dosed two ActivaTe Xtreme and 3 RPM this morning about 60 minutes pre workout just to see what it would do, OMG! Awesome. Painful pumps, very painful. I could barely get my 10 reps on shoulder presses or the 15 on laterals due to the pain. For anybody wondering about this stack I think it would make a killer combo. No new sides to report.


o/t: Let the football season begin baby!!! Go Bears!!! :D

[40-Yard Dash_2]

Workout: shoulders/delts/traps

super set: db presses/shrugs - 115x10x3, 115x20x3

super set: upright rows/side laterals - 200x12x3, 50x15x3

ab work

Anecdotal thoughts: Added 5 reps to shrugs and a couple to upright rows but nothing crazy with my shoulder workout. Just for ****s and grins I dosed two ActivaTe Xtreme and 3 RPM this morning about 60 minutes pre workout just to see what it would do, OMG! Awesome. Painful pumps, very painful. I could barely get my 10 reps on shoulder presses or the 15 on laterals due to the pain. For anybody wondering about this stack I think it would make a killer combo. No new sides to report.


o/t: Let the football season begin baby!!! Go Bears!!! :D

I feel ya dawg! This is the year of the Niners. The NFC West is ours, then the sky is the limit. :D

[uhockey]

What is all this pro football talk? College Gameday FTW.

Nice workout, D.

[dtrain13]

What is all this pro football talk? College Gameday FTW.

Nice workout, D.

Thanks Mike. Great chest workout today but will post in full tomorrow. In Chicago college ball isn't that big. You have a lot of Big 10 fans in general but from all the schools not just one so its very divided. ND also is very big and the only college team I somewhat follow. The Bears are going to be awesome this year especially on offense.

[dtrain13]

Workout: chest

45 degree incline db's - 120x12x3

flat db presses - 120x12x3

incline db fly's - 80x14x3


Anecdotal thoughts: Solid workout yesterday on chest. No improvements anywhere but I did feel strong throughout. Weight is in at 309 lbs this morning and since I'm trying to loose/cut thats cool with me. So yesterday I had to do some shopping and ran into a friend of mine from back in the day, Dave. He and I used to train together and I hadn't seen him in a couple of years and when I walked up and said hello he was "holy ****, you look like you should be in training camp with the Bears!" and I said "man I'm 310" and he stated "maybe but you look a lot more solid and defined". So needless to say that was a huge ego boost that I needed in my quest to return to my former self. My wife keeps telling me similar things but as they say you're your own worst critique. Also as Matt has elected to send me another bottle of ActX I have run out with my first so as of today I'm bridging with some original ActivaTe until it arrives.

[40-Yard Dash_2]

So can we expect to see you trying out in Bears mini-camp next season?

[dtrain13]

So can we expect to see you trying out in Bears mini-camp next season?

I hear that all the time. I love the obligatory "Did you play football??". The other thing that I love is I have a few Mike Alstot (A-Train :D ) jersey's that I wear from time to time and everyone would tell me you look just like him blah blah blah. I actually had some kid ask me for my autograph (no BS) and I told him the real Mike Alstot wouldn't be wearing his jersey in public. BTW if I had to go through a camp again after the **** I went through in HS and college I would die, literally. :D

[nni]

i heard your too girly for the bears? maybe the lions? :D

[dtrain13]

i heard your too girly for the bears? maybe the lions? :D

LOL...


Just a quick update, the last couple of days I've had to deal with some automobile issues after work and haven't had time to train so Mon and Tue will be my off days for the week as I move my split around. Still using the old ActivaTe while awaiting the ActX. This is day 3 on the old stuff and I can tell a difference just in how I feel throughout the day. Also I feel less dense/pumped whatever you want to call it. I'll be doing back tonight.

[uhockey]

I hear that all the time. I love the obligatory "Did you play football??". The other thing that I love is I have a few Mike Alstot (A-Train :D ) jersey's that I wear from time to time and everyone would tell me you look just like him blah blah blah. I actually had some kid ask me for my autograph (no BS) and I told him the real Mike Alstot wouldn't be wearing his jersey in public. BTW if I had to go through a camp again after the **** I went through in HS and college I would die, literally. :D

My college roommate looked exactly like Elvis Grbac.......and I went to OSU. He got **** all the time, it was hilarious.

[FORCE RECON]

LOL...


Just a quick update, the last couple of days I've had to deal with some automobile issues after work and haven't had time to train so Mon and Tue will be my off days for the week as I move my split around. Still using the old ActivaTe while awaiting the ActX. This is day 3 on the old stuff and I can tell a difference just in how I feel throughout the day. Also I feel less dense/pumped whatever you want to call it. I'll be doing back tonight.

Have a good workout tonight D :cool: :)

[dtrain13]

My college roommate looked exactly like Elvis Grbac.......and I went to OSU. He got **** all the time, it was hilarious.

Thats a name I haven't heard in awhile. Wolverines FTW!!!! :D ;)

[dtrain13]

Workout: back

Lat pull downs - 260x18x3<--start--current-->300x12x3

Stiff arm pull downs - 160x14x3<--start--current-->200x10x3

Seated rows - 300x16x3

Low back extensions - 300x14x3

Ab work



Anecdotal thoughts: Solid workout last night. No improvements on anything but I felt good. It is hot and humid as hell here and I train outside so I was sweating my ass off. Heat index was over 100...:eek:. Anyway nothing major to report in terms of anything new. Still waiting on my next bottle of ActX but have been using the original until that time.

[uhockey]

Nice increases thus far, regardless. This weather is miserable.

[dtrain13]

Nice increases thus far, regardless. This weather is miserable.

Things have been going good thus far but I have hit a little plateau this week which happens as its hard to make improvements on a weekly basis. I have dropped another 4 lbs to 306 lbs which I'm happy about. Back in the game though as my second bottle of ActX arrived yesterday so I will be back to dosing 6 caps daily starting 15 minutes ago. FWIW I dosed 4 caps of the original for 5 days.

As for the weather its been raining for 7 days strait and the temp has been 90 - 95 with the heat index over a 100 so yeah its been ****ty.

[40-Yard Dash_2]

Glad you got your second bottle yesterday.

Proceed!

[beltboy]

PM me your addy and Ill send you another bottle. I want to see how you do on it for a full cycle;)

Can I pm you free a free bottle?

[beltboy]

If you like ActivaTe you'll love ActivaTe Xtreme. I used ActivaTe three times and this is a significant advancement IMO. Inhibit-E and Novedex XT IMO are in a different class. They do work though.

How would verbally compare Novedex XT to ActivateXT? What do you mean they work but are in a different class? If you have used both, it would be insightful to know how your body reacted to both.

Thanks

Also... the Bears??? Sorry to tell you boys this but, the NFC team to beat this year is the Cowboys, and I am not even a fan. That is if TO doesn't actually succeed in killing himself this year!

[dtrain13]

Can I pm you free a free bottle?

LOL...no comment.

[dtrain13]

How would verbally compare Novedex XT to ActivateXT? What do you mean they work but are in a different class? If you have used both, it would be insightful to know how your body reacted to both.

Thanks

Also... the Bears??? Sorry to tell you boys this but, the NFC team to beat this year is the Cowboys, and I am not even a fan. That is if TO doesn't actually succeed in killing himself this year!

First, I have used/am using both and they both work. That being said Novadex XT is an anti-aromatase supplement. Meaning it binds or suicides the aromatase enzyme which is needed to convert test into estrogen. The body which is always looks for a balance is "tricked" into releasing test in an attempt to increase estrogen levels. ActivaTe Xtreme works via 5 different mechanisms none of which are like that of an AI.

Second, the Cowboys??!! Right, who's there QB?? And how many games as he started?? Oh and how many of those did he suck in?? BTW when was the last time TO came to play and wasn't worried about self promotion??

[beltboy]

So which of the 2 do you prefer?

[dtrain13]

So which of the 2 do you prefer?

There potential sides with NXT, such as estro rebound, loss of libido and some others. ActivaTe Xtreme is what I would use. Try both and see what works best for you because it may be different from my experiences. We don't live in a one size fits all environment. Its all very subjective on an individual basis.

[uhockey]

First, I have used/am using both and they both work. That being said Novadex XT is an anti-aromatase supplement. Meaning it binds or suicides the aromatase enzyme which is needed to convert test into estrogen. The body which is always looks for a balance is "tricked" into releasing test in an attempt to increase estrogen levels. ActivaTe Xtreme works via 5 different mechanisms none of which are like that of an AI.

Second, the Cowboys??!! Right, who's there QB?? And how many games as he started?? Oh and how many of those did he suck in?? BTW when was the last time TO came to play and wasn't worried about self promotion??


There potential sides with NXT, such as estro rebound, loss of libido and some others. ActivaTe Xtreme is what I would use. Try both and see what works best for you because it may be different from my experiences. We don't live in a one size fits all environment. Its all very subjective on an individual basis.

Not a Bears fan, but Cowboys? Please.

ActXtreme FTW!

[Sldge]

Things have been going good thus far but I have hit a little plateau this week which happens as its hard to make improvements on a weekly basis. I have dropped another 4 lbs to 306 lbs which I'm happy about. Back in the game though as my second bottle of ActX arrived yesterday so I will be back to dosing 6 caps daily starting 15 minutes ago. FWIW I dosed 4 caps of the original for 5 days.

As for the weather its been raining for 7 days strait and the temp has been 90 - 95 with the heat index over a 100 so yeah its been ****ty.
Sorry it took so long to get the bottle to you. Now we can get back to it.


Can I pm you free a free bottle?
He was already a tester and because of his bodyweight wouldnt have been able to run it as long as every one else and now he will.

I am glad to see you took my advice and did some searching on each of the products.

Ill tell you what I will do, you buy a bottle of ACTX and take a picture with it and Ill send you a t-shirt or a hat.

[dtrain13]

Workout: chest

45 degree incline db's - 120x14x1, 120x12x2

flat db presses - 120x12x3

incline cable fly's - 100x12x3


Anecdotal thoughts: Great workout yesterday. Strength did improve as I added two reps to my first set of incline db's and also 20lbs to my fly's. Good intensity and I can feel the ActX kicking back in and without question there is a big difference from the original. Having stopped for 5 days (used the original for the 5 days) and started back up it's fairly pronounced. Last week was somewhat of an off week for my as I only really trained twice as I had a lot of personal issues to deal with but I should be back on track for this week. Getting ready for my daughters first birthday and my wife will have me running ragged but it shouldn't effect my training.


o/t: Bears first team looked strong....:D

[FORCE RECON]

Workout: chest

45 degree incline db's - 120x14x1, 120x12x2

flat db presses - 120x12x3

incline cable fly's - 100x12x3


Anecdotal thoughts: Great workout yesterday. Strength did improve as I added two reps to my first set of incline db's and also 20lbs to my fly's. Good intensity and I can feel the ActX kicking back in and without question there is a big difference from the original. Having stopped for 5 days (used the original for the 5 days) and started back up it's fairly pronounced. Last week was somewhat of an off week for my as I only really trained twice as I had a lot of personal issues to deal with but I should be back on track for this week. Getting ready for my daughters first birthday and my wife will have me running ragged but it shouldn't effect my training.

o/t: Bears first team looked strong....:D

Thats awesome D! (the birthday, not necessarily the running ragged :D)

Nice #'s on your chest WO as well :cool: My goal is to one day be using 100lb DBs....lol....not exactly as much weight as you are pushing around.

[dtrain13]

Thats awesome D! (the birthday, not necessarily the running ragged :D)

Nice #'s on your chest WO as well :cool: My goal is to one day be using 100lb DBs....lol....not exactly as much weight as you are pushing around.

LOL..I got a 150 lbs on you so....................:D

[nni]

good to see your back on the actX.

[dtrain13]

good to see your back on the actX.

Indeed. The difference is very noticeable.

[uhockey]

What differences have you noted from cycling from Act to ActX? I demand details like Patrick Kane demands lifts in his shoes!

[dtrain13]

What differences have you noted from cycling from Act to ActX? I demand details like Patrick Kane demands lifts in his shoes!

Get off my boy man!!!! :D ;)


Anyway the differences, in my best bro-science, are:

1) Increased libido
2) Stronger intra workout "pumps" (again I hate that term...)
3) Longer lasting "perpetual pump"
4) Greater strength gains
5) Makes me feel good (state of mind)
6) Has made it easier to drop weight
7) Enhanced daily energy
8) Enhanced daily focus

I'm sure I'm missing some but those are the most apparent to me. Keep in mind I've used ActivaTe from it's infancy with the original 20 caps per day beta and subsequently three other times after that. So I'm pretty well acquainted with it.

[uhockey]

I still like the beta better than the retail of regular activaTe for both mood and sleep. I'm sure it is some of the "other" components of nettle, but it was great. I still have 2 bottles left.

[dtrain13]

I still like the beta better than the retail of regular activaTe for both mood and sleep. I'm sure it is some of the "other" components of nettle, but it was great. I still have 2 bottles left.

Funny you should say that but I noticed my best results with the beta. Went through 4 bottles of it.

[40-Yard Dash_2]

Funny you should say that but I noticed my best results with the beta. Went through 4 bottles of it.

Yeah, I too went through 4 bottles of it. Beta at 20 caps a day was da ****!

[kevn594]

i came across this log today dtrain and interested to see how your doin on AX. im lookin into takin it with XF. glad to see another big guy on the boards too haha. good luck man

[dtrain13]

i came across this log today dtrain and interested to see how your doin on AX. im lookin into takin it with XF. glad to see another big guy on the boards too haha. good luck man

X-Factor + Activate was a great stack for me. I think the Xtreme variant would take it up a few notches beyond that.

[uhockey]

I need to try ActX + XF, for sure. Its on the short list.

Perhaps ActX+HLG, instead.

[dtrain13]

Perhaps ActX+HLG, instead.

If I didn't have a family(read: single with little or no fiscal responsibilities) these days that would WITHOUT question be on my short list. I would go that route if it were me

[dtrain13]

Workout: back

Lat pull downs - 260x18x3<--start--current-->300x14x3

Stiff arm pull downs - 160x14x3<--start--current-->200x12x3

Seated rows - 300x16x3

Low back extensions - 300x14x3

Ab work



Anecdotal thoughts: Felt great yet again. Added two reps to all three sets of my back width movements. My strength and endurance increases are quite impressive to me considering I'm actually down 7 - 8 lbs since beginning this log. Strong day after pumps(not DOMS but strong fullness). Bodyweight is in the 304-305 range so I'm happy about that. My short term goal was 290 or my pre marriage/pre child weight.

[uhockey]

So ya kept the baby weight? Or did your wife lose it and you found it? ;)

[dtrain13]

So ya kept the baby weight? Or did your wife lose it and you found it? ;)

Funny. :D

[Xetenor]

Subscribed! Ordered activate xtreme today :)

[dtrain13]

Workout: bi's/tri's

pressdowns (lat tower) - 160x14x3<-start--current->200x14x3

extensions - 200x14x3

incline db curls - 90x14x3

hammer curls - 90x12x3


Anecdotal thoughts:Well my strength continues to increase almost on a daily basis. Added 4 reps to my pressdowns on all three sets and two to my incline curls. Again I can't emphasize enough how dense/hard this stuff makes you. Its like feeling pumped all the time. Weight continues to go down as I'm at the 302-304 range. No major sides unless being horny all the time is a side.....:D:D:D

[uhockey]

A horny 302lb man may be considered a side effect to some women. Tell your wife we're sorry. :D

Nice increases, again, and awesome news on the muscle hardness.

[TheUnlikelyToad]

I need to try ActX + XF, for sure. Its on the short list.

Perhaps ActX+HLG, instead.

I wouldn't spring extra cash on HLG's personally. I saw no justifiable benefit to that product over XF in terms of net gains, but to each their own. Maybe only if using as a standalone. Then again, since you're a doctor now, money probably isn't an issue. ;)

[dtrain13]

I wouldn't spring extra cash on HLG's personally. I saw no justifiable benefit to that product over XF in terms of net gains, but to each their own. Maybe only if using as a standalone. Then again, since you're a doctor now, money probably isn't an issue. ;)

I think he means the new version with 6-OXO in the formula in place of the other AI.

[dtrain13]

A horny 302lb man may be considered a side effect to some women. Tell your wife we're sorry. :D

Nice increases, again, and awesome news on the muscle hardness.

Hey man she's the one who says we need to practice as much as possible for when she thinks the time will come for us to have another child. :D

[uhockey]

I wouldn't spring extra cash on HLG's personally. I saw no justifiable benefit to that product over XF in terms of net gains, but to each their own. Maybe only if using as a standalone. Then again, since you're a doctor now, money probably isn't an issue. ;)

lol. I bet I make less than you. People vastly overestimate Resident physician vs. Attending physician.


I think he means the new version with 6-OXO in the formula in place of the other AI.

Aye.


Hey man she's the one who says we need to practice as much as possible for when she thinks the time will come for us to have another child. :D

TMI. :(

[dtrain13]

TMI. :(

Was a joke!! :D:D

[Musclefever]

great gains man

[dtrain13]

great gains man

Thanks man!

[40-Yard Dash_2]

Then again, since you're a doctor now, money probably isn't an issue. ;)

NO DOUBT.

Mike's got 100's on the table, 20's on da floor!

Makin' it rain!

[Robboe]

Darin --->

If you will, please fill in this form upon completion of your log. This can be in addition to any normal summary you may do at the end of a log. A standard example is featured in italic. Remove these and fill in your own words. Thank you.

Trial length (weeks): 4 weeks

Beginning body weight: 205lbs
Beginning body fat % (approx): 10%

End body weight: 210lbs
End body fat % (approx): 10%

Weight difference: +5lbs
Body fat % difference: No change

Give a basic description of your training and dietary approach:

Body parts training once per week, high intensity, moderate volume. Diet is high protein, moderate fat and moderate carbohydrates. Calories were 3575kcals per day - approximately 500kcals above maintenance. Six meals spaced out per day.

Please note any effects the product had on:

Strength

Strength progress on every exercise was significant, with several PRs set during the course of the trial.

Rating (1-10): 9

Energy

Energy was much improved throughout, as was endurance and stamina for cardiovascular work.

Rating (1-10): 9

Mood

Most days I was in a very positive mood.

Rating (1-10): 7

Sex drive

Sex drive was increased by the second week, and maintained for the remainder of the trial.

Rating (1-10): 8

Erection strength

Erection strength seemed better for the majority of the trial.

Rating (1-10): 7

Add anything miscellaneous here

Recovery between workouts was significantly reduced, and I had high anticipation for the next days workout for the entire trial.

Overall product rating (1-10): 9

[dtrain13]

Darin --->

If you will, please fill in this form upon completion of your log. This can be in addition to any normal summary you may do at the end of a log. A standard example is featured in italic. Remove these and fill in your own words. Thank you.

Trial length (weeks): 4 weeks

Beginning body weight: 205lbs
Beginning body fat % (approx): 10%

End body weight: 210lbs
End body fat % (approx): 10%

Weight difference: +5lbs
Body fat % difference: No change

Give a basic description of your training and dietary approach:

Body parts training once per week, high intensity, moderate volume. Diet is high protein, moderate fat and moderate carbohydrates. Calories were 3575kcals per day - approximately 500kcals above maintenance. Six meals spaced out per day.

Please note any effects the product had on:

Strength

Strength progress on every exercise was significant, with several PRs set during the course of the trial.

Rating (1-10): 9

Energy

Energy was much improved throughout, as was endurance and stamina for cardiovascular work.

Rating (1-10): 9

Mood

Most days I was in a very positive mood.

Rating (1-10): 7

Sex drive

Sex drive was increased by the second week, and maintained for the remainder of the trial.

Rating (1-10): 8

Erection strength

Erection strength seemed better for the majority of the trial.

Rating (1-10): 7

Add anything miscellaneous here

Recovery between workouts was significantly reduced, and I had high anticipation for the next days workout for the entire trial.

Overall product rating (1-10): 9

Holy information request, Batman!!! I'll sea what I can do! ;)

BTW were you been man!!! Soccer season must be over....:D

[uhockey]

Dentist. Yes, it took THAT long. :D

[dtrain13]

Dentist. Yes, it took THAT long. :D

LMAO!! :D

Day 37 update coming soon...got to do some shiat first.

[dtrain13]

Workout: chest

45 degree incline db's - 130x8x3

flat db presses - 120x12x3

incline cable fly's - 100x12x3


Anecdotal thoughts: AWESOME workout on sunday. Upped the poundage on my incline fly's to an all time high of 130lbs for 8 reps and 3 sets. Everything else fell in line with that of my last chest workout. Great intra pump that is still very strong a day later. BTW 130lbs is about the max at what I can do at home. I'm gonna have to switch to barbell movements soon. Anyway no significant sides to report except some slight acne here and there. Got the new Saliva and Godsmack CD's and downloaded them to my IPOD and I've been rocking out to those over my last couple of workouts. I don't know what it is but when I infuse new music into my workouts it tends to add a new element to them if only for a short while.

[Skull Crusher Chris]

Damn man, nice job on those flyes, impressive!

BTW how is the new Godsmack, I was going to go and get sometime soon.

[uhockey]

Ugh. Godsmack. :(

Just pick up some old AiC or Jerry Cantrell's degredation trip. :D

[dtrain13]

Damn man, nice job on those flyes, impressive!

BTW how is the new Godsmack, I was going to go and get sometime soon.

Its solid. "The Enemy" is a great track.


Ugh. Godsmack. :(

Just pick up some old AiC or Jerry Cantrell's degredation trip. :D

Please please don't listen to this, um um individual. :D ;)

[Skull Crusher Chris]

Its solid. "The Enemy" is a great track.

Yeah, that was the one song that was dragging me to buying the entire album LOL.

[dtrain13]

Yeah, that was the one song that was dragging me to buying the entire album LOL.

The whole album is solid.

[dtrain13]

Workout: back

Lat pull downs - 260x18x3<--start--current-->300x14x3

Stiff arm pull downs - 160x14x3<--start--current-->200x12x3

Seated rows - 300x16x3

Low back extensions - 300x14x3

Ab work



Anecdotal thoughts: No major improvements in anything on back day. Same weight/reps as before. Did have a good workout though but I had to run through it as the wife and I are getting the house/yard ready for my daughters birthday on Sunday.

[dtrain13]

Just a quick update, I've been cleaning up from a rash of storms and subsequent power issues so I haven't been able to post much or update this log. Today is my daughters 1st birthday party so I've got a lot going on and as such I will update this log in full on Monday.

[uhockey]

Happy birthday to your girl......they grow up QUICK, huh?

[FORCE RECON]

Just a quick update, I been cleaning up from a rash of storms and subsequent power issues so I haven't been able to post much or update this log. Today is my daughters 1st birthday party so I've a lot going on and as such I will update this log in full on Monday.


http://www.craftelady.com/images/Happy_Birthday.bmp

Happy Birthday to your daughter!!

[40-Yard Dash_2]

Just a quick update, I been cleaning up from a rash of storms and subsequent power issues so I haven't been able to post much or update this log. Today is my daughters 1st birthday party so I've a lot going on and as such I will update this log in full on Monday.

Happy B-day to your little girl.

[dtrain13]

http://www.craftelady.com/images/Happy_Birthday.bmp

Happy Birthday to your daughter!!

Thanks Sam. :)


Happy B-day to your little girl.
Thanks Art. :)

Happy birthday to your girl......they grow up QUICK, huh?

Thanks Mike and yes time fly's. :)


I'll have some pics tomorrow.

[dtrain13]

Ok team DS I apologize for the lack of updates but it's been crazy for me since last Thursday. We got hammered with storms/tornado's/subsequent flooding/power outage's and it took a couple of days to clean up the mess. Then over the weekend I had to prepare for my daughters party (35 people! :eek: ) on Saturday and then have the party on Sunday. Then yesterday we had to go visit my wifes grandmother in the hospital along with a whole bunch of family drama on her side that I am just sick of. So after all that I honestly haven't had a chance to train since last Wednesday (8/22). I have three days left of Act X, including today so I will get in three workouts up to Friday and then give my final thoughts on Friday. Things are still going good in the libido department and with my weight loss (301lbs this morning). I'll be doing my chest workout tonight so I'll update in the morning. Again I apologize for this.

[redhawk76]

You trying to break the 300 mark soon D, or what are you shooting for?

[uhockey]

Not a problem, sir. LIFE is always of primary importance, especially in relation to family. :) Hope your grandma-in-law is alright and that the party was memorable.

[dtrain13]

You trying to break the 300 mark soon D, or what are you shooting for?

To get back to my pre marriage weight of ~ 290. Thats my short term goal.

[dtrain13]

Not a problem, sir. LIFE is always of primary importance, especially in relation to family. :) Hope your grandma-in-law is alright and that the party was memorable.

Thanks Mike. The party was memorable. She actually started talking later in the day, saying "bye-bye". :)

[dtrain13]

Workout: chest

45 degree incline db's - 130x12x3

flat db presses - 120x14x3

incline cable fly's - 100x12x3


Anecdotal thoughts: Strong workout. Added 4 reps to all three sets on my incline db presses. Everything else fell in line with my last chest workout. Strong intra workout pumps as well as after training. What has impressed me the most with Act X is even though I've lost ~10lbs since the beginning of this log my strength has gone up significantly which doesn't usually happen when you drop weight. Two more days left, in which I'll hit arms and shoulders.

[FORCE RECON]

Workout: chest

45 degree incline db's - 130x12x3

flat db presses - 120x14x3

incline cable fly's - 100x12x3


Anecdotal thoughts: Strong workout. Added 4 reps to all three sets on my incline db presses. Everything else fell in line with my last chest workout. Strong intra workout pumps as well as after training. What has impressed me the most with Act X is even though I've lost ~10lbs since the beginning of this log my strength has gone up significantly which doesn't usually happen when you drop weight. Two more days left, in which I'll hit arms and shoulders.

Thats sick man. Adding 4 reps to EACH set is not easy, even when bulking!......and your losing weight! :cool: Very nice!

[abeachparty]

Hi dtrain13,

I just found and subscribed to this journal of yours. It is very helpful.

I started on the ActivaTe Xtreme on August 20th, and have been a bit puzzled, because so far, I've noticed no effects at all (no dreams, no strenth increase). I know it is early, but I also want to make sure I'm using this supplement in the optimal way.

I've been taking 2 capsules, twice a day. Does it matter when I take it relative to meals? I've been taking it at meals. Also, from your journal, it seems as if you time it with your workouts (I've not been doing that).

Lastly (other than vitamins/minerals and protein powder) this is the only supplement I'm taking. Do you recommend something else to take that works synergistically with it?

Cool info in this thread, and great strength gains!

[dtrain13]

Hi dtrain13,

I just found and subscribed to this journal of yours. It is very helpful.

I started on the ActivaTe Xtreme on August 20th, and have been a bit puzzled, because so far, I've noticed no effects at all (no dreams, no strenth increase). I know it is early, but I also want to make sure I'm using this supplement in the optimal way.

I've been taking 2 capsules, twice a day. Does it matter when I take it relative to meals? I've been taking it at meals. Also, from your journal, it seems as if you time it with your workouts (I've not been doing that).

Lastly (other than vitamins/minerals and protein powder) this is the only supplement I'm taking. Do you recommend something else to take that works synergistically with it?

Cool info in this thread, and great strength gains!

I didn't notice anything major until the second week so give it some time. The dreams actually stopped after a few weeks, something I think I forgot to report. If after two weeks you still don't see much going on I would bump it to 6 caps even though your below 225lbs. There is no exact science it determining a dosage protocol for everyone just a general idea. There is no "one size fits all" when it comes to supplements. I would take both doses on an empty stomach and not with food. I would also recommend one of your doses be 45-60 minutes prior to training. In terms of other things that I think would work in synergy with Act X the first thing I would recommend would be Omega Sports T-Force. Its also an herbal test booster but it works via a completely different mechanism. Another one would be the new ISA-Test from Isatori as I'm big fan of Testofen. Also I would ask what exactly are you goals and what would you want from this additional product(s)???

[abeachparty]

Also I would ask what exactly are you goals and what would you want from this additional product(s)???

My main goal is to increase muscle size. Second goal is to lose bodyfat. I am impressed to see that you have gained strength even while losing a bit of weight!

I admit to placing priority on "form" (how I look) over "function" (how much I can lift), but fortunately these two goals usually go hand in hand.

[dtrain13]

My main goal is to increase muscle size. Second goal is to lose bodyfat. I am impressed to see that you have gained strength even while losing a bit of weight!

I admit to placing priority on "form" (how I look) over "function" (how much I can lift), but fortunately these two goals usually go hand in hand.

Your training and diet are the most crucial aspect to achieving your goals. The hard part is being consistent with them (my problem :D ). After you have those down the supplements can help. You seem to have your staple supplements down and ActivaTe Xtreme should help you significantly with reaching your goals. Outside of that the two other products I mentioned will add to it as well as possibly some form of thermogenic can help you with the fat loss aspect of what your trying to do. Just keep up with what your doing (assuming its on point) and results will come.

[Sldge]

Your training and diet are the most crucial aspect to achieving your goals. The hard part is being consistent with them (my problem :D ). After you have those down the supplements can help. You seem to have your staple supplements down and ActivaTe Xtreme should help you significantly with reaching your goals. Outside of that the two other products I mentioned will add to it as well as possibly some form of thermogenic can help you with the fat loss aspect of what your trying to do. Just keep up with what your doing (assuming its on point) and results will come.

All good advice.

[dirtydean12]

damn bro, from this right into superdrol ng...ur gonna be a monster!

[dtrain13]

ur gonna be a monster!

Gonna be???!!!! LOL :D

[Xetenor]

*thread hi-jacking* Hey whats the new godsmack album called? lol :D

[dtrain13]

*thread hi-jacking* Hey whats the new godsmack album called? lol :D

IV. Not sure if its pronounced "I" "V" like what they put in your arm or if it stands for the Roman numeral 4. Its not there best effort but its not bad.

[uhockey]

Thanks Mike. The party was memorable. She actually started talking later in the day, saying "bye-bye". :)

Awesome.


What has impressed me the most with Act X is even though I've lost ~10lbs since the beginning of this log my strength has gone up significantly which doesn't usually happen when you drop weight. Two more days left, in which I'll hit arms and shoulders.

More awesome.


Thats sick man. Adding 4 reps to EACH set is not easy, even when bulking!......and your losing weight! :cool: Very nice!

Agreed!


IV. Not sure if its pronounced "I" "V" like what they put in your arm or if it stands for the Roman numeral 4. Its not there best effort but its not bad.

Thanks for handling our questions, D. Now let me help you....there is a song called Godsmack by a band you MAY have heard of, Alice in Chains. As a matter of fact, the ****ty band called Godsmack is named after this song. Anyhow, pick up some of this "Alice In Chains" and find out what GREAT music sounds like. :)

[dtrain13]

Well its over, its all over. Finished up my last two workouts on Wed and yesterday on Act X and it was more of the same. Over the course of the weekend I'll get my final thoughts and Captain Robvious's Q&A answered. But in short I will say that ActivaTe Xtreme is one of my 5 all time favorite products. Two thumbs up from the D-man!!! :)

[40-Yard Dash_2]

Well its over, its all over. Finished up my last two workouts on Wed and yesterday on Act X and it was more of the same. Over the course of the weekend I'll get my final thoughts and Captain Robvious's Q&A answered. But in short I will say that ActivaTe Xtreme is one of my 5 all time favorite products. Two thumbs up from the D-man!!! :)

Top 5 of all-time.

Not too shabby. :)

[uhockey]

Top 5......Pretty much where the Hawks will finish in the NHL's Central Division......since there are only 5 teams. :)

[dtrain13]

Top 5......Pretty much where the Hawks will finish in the NHL's Central Division......since there are only 5 teams. :)

OMFG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Like the Kings are going to blow the doors of the NHL this season???!!!! :D

Friendly wager: Kings vs Hawks

Most points at the end of the season gets 1 product from the looser. Cool?

[uhockey]

OMFG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Like the Kings are going to blow the doors of the NHL this season???!!!! :D

Friendly wager: Kings vs Hawks

Most points at the end of the season gets 1 product from the looser. Cool?

Absolutely. :) I don't normally believe in LA, at all, but I see them as an 8 seed this year.

Though it is kinda scewed since LA plays Anaheim, San Jose, and Dallas 8 times each and the Hawks get the depleted Preds, awful Jackets, and mediocre Blues.

All said though, yeah, just send me the IXL now. :D

[dtrain13]

All said though, yeah, just send me the IXL now. :D

:rolleyes:

I might need to trade you some now anyway....I'll PM you if needed.

[uhockey]

If it is any consolation, I see Toews winning the Calder.

[dtrain13]

If it is any consolation, I see Toews winning the Calder.

Thats what I told you. He'll be the captain of the team in two years. He's a left handed Steve Yzerman.

[dtrain13]

First of I would like thank Mike(uhockey) for giving me a chance to take ActX for a test drive and subsequently Matt(sledge) for sending me a second bottle to continue my cycle. Secondly as it pertains to the product I will be using Rob's Q&A form as the outline for my final review. In short ActivaTe Xtreme met or exceeded my expectations and has become one of my top 5 all time favorite products and it gets two thumbs WAY up from me. Here is my final review:


Trial length (days): ~45 days with a 5 day bridge of the original

Beginning body weight: ~311lbs
Beginning body fat % (approx): ~20%

End body weight: ~301lbs
End body fat % (approx): ~18%

Weight difference: -10lbs
Body fat % difference: -2%

Give a basic description of your training and dietary approach:

Body parts training once per week, high intensity, moderate volume. Diet is high protein, moderate fat and moderate carbohydrates. Calories were ~2500

Please note any effects the product had on:

Strength

Strength progress on every exercise was significant, with several PRs set during the course of the trial. I was most impressed with this aspect of the product considering whilst on it I achieved many significant strength gains while simultaneously dropping body weight.

Rating (1-10): 9

Energy

Energy was much improved throughout the day both while training and in general.

Rating (1-10): 8

Mood

Most days I was in a very positive mood. Also intensity/aggression while training was increased.

Rating (1-10): 8

Sex drive

Sex drive was increased during the first week, and maintained for the remainder of the trial.

Rating (1-10): 8

Erection strength

Erection strength seemed better for the majority of the trial.

Rating (1-10): 8



Overall product rating (1-10): 8.5

[nni]

great work!

[uhockey]

10lbs and 2% bf........that is awesome, definitely maintained quality mass!