Beast69's SteelEdge/IntraXcell Log, Sponsored by AEN

[beast69]

Thank you very much to Athletic Edge Nutrition. Without them I....well....I wouldn't be keeping this log:D

For anyone interested in just what these products are, anythign you could want to know about them can be found in the following threads:

SteelEdge - FAQ

IntraXCell - FAQ


Now onto the stats...

About Me
I've been lifting weight on and off for the past 5 years. At the beginning I had no idea what I was doing. On and off, I would start up again, not make progress, and quit, only to become out of shape again. I eventually made my way up to around 230lbs at 25-30+ BF%. I knew it was time to make a difference.That was over a year ago, and within the past approx. 6 months, I have found my love for strength athletics, mainly strongman. My overall goal is to be as strong as possible while mainting a reasonable level of bodyfat. By competition time next year, I'd like to weigh in at around 230lbs with slightly less bodyfat than I have now.

Current Stats

Age - 19
Height - 6'
Weight 215-217lbs

Shoulders - 51.5"
Chest - 45"
Arms - (left) - 15.75" (right) - 16"
Waist - 38.5"
Quads - 24.5"
Calves - 16.75"

Workout Information

My workouts center around the Squat, Deadlift, Overhead Press, and event-specific work. Seeing as competition season is over(for me at least), I will be focusing less on events, and more on pure strength, although I will not take event training out of my workout. My workouts tend to change a tiny bit as I see fit, so to see exactly what I'm doing, stay tuned to this log, as I will post my thoughts/feelings on different workouts, as well as trying to explain why I'm doing things the way I am.

Nutrition

I must admit, I don't track my exact calories anymore, although my meals stay almost the same. If I stop gaining weight, I add a bit more to my meals until I amgaining, then stay there for a while. Most of my meals consist of the following foods:

protein - whey, various meats (whatever happens to be on sale - pork, beef, chicken, etc), eggs, milk

Carbs - Oats, Potatoes, some whole grain rice

Fats - peanut butter and eggs mostly

Supplements

As stated in my tester's resume in the tester request thread, I have been undergoing a sort of washout period in terms of supplements. The only suplements I have use in the past month or so have been whey and a multivitamin. To keep things the same, my supplements during this log will be as follows:

Athletic Edge Steeledge/IntraXcell
Generic Multivitamin

As always, any questions, comments, feedback (positive or negative), feel free to post away!

EDIT: How ever did I manage to forget starting pics!!!:cool: all is well now:D

[beast69]

Fri, Sept 29 - Legs

Workout:

Squats - 315x3, 315x3, 315x3, 320x3

Notes

Short workout today, as I worked out soon after I got home, and had to leave town for a charity dinner with my girlfriend and her family. Had myself a big steak dinner!! mm... Either way, got in the important lift ;). My squats were at a stand-still for a while, so I decided to back off in weight a little bit, and work with a weight I knew I could easily achieve the given reps for. This started at about 3x290x3, And I have been adding 5-10lbs as I see fit...more or less attempting to gain some momentum to plow through my previous plateau.

Initial Thoughts on Steeledge/IntraXcell

IntraXcell - The prickling feeling was not overstated! This had to be one of the strangest feelings I've felt before, basically a full-body tinglingthat lasts for some time. It didnt hinder my workout, but it didnt help...yet. Keep in mind this is supposed to be a longer-term product in which enough time must be taken for it to build up in your system...looking forward to the effects:cool:

SteelEdge - Weighing in at over 215lbs, I figured I would assess my tolerance by using a full scoop. Unfortunately, I don't think I noticed anything. I MAY have been a little more focused, but there was nothing I could definately attribute to the supplement itself. I will move up to 2 scoops for tomorrow's workout to see if there is any effect.

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

Last, but certainly not least........... beast makes his presence known! :D


I will most definitely be following along closely. I am very interested in hearing how both IntraXCell and SteelEdge are going to impact your performance. As I mentioned before, for your type of training, you probably can't get a more beneficial supplement than IntraXCell/BA! :cool:

[beast69]

Sat., Sept 30 - Pull

Workout:

Deadlifts - 375x3, 375x3, 375x3
Bent-over Rows - 165x5, 165x5, 165x5, 165x5
Pullups - Bodyweight+15x3, BW+15x3, BW+15x2, BW+15x2

Plate Side-bends - 45x12, 45x12, 45x12, 45x12
Weighted Crunches - 25x10, 25x10, 25x10, 25x10

Notes

Awesome Workout today! I have been doing the same thing with my deadlifts as with my squats...backed off the weight using manageable reps, and am now bulding momentum. I spent too long doing single-rep deadllifts...multiple reps were too much strain for me. I started at 345 for 3x3, and have added 10 lbs each week. I have so far had no trouble at all moving up in wieght, and feel I will be able to smash my previous best of 415lbs by the comencement of this log. As for pullups, I Do as many sets as it takes to complete 10 reps. Once I can complete 10+reps in 3 sets, I increase the weight

supplement experiences

IntraXcell - still felt the prickling sensation. Not QUITE as pronounced, but still there...It's kind of funky actually:D

Steeledge - Tried out 2 scoops today, as I felt nothing from one scoop yesterday. I have to say I felt a definate increase in focus, but no increase in energy that I can put my finger on.


Question for Athletic Edge Nutrition
With respect to SteelEdge, would you like me to:

a) Stay at 1 scoop/workout, to see if it helps to speed up the effects of IntraXcell,

B) Use two scoops/workout for it's focus-enhancing effects, or

C) Use 2 scoops only on my most intense workouts for its' focus-enhancing effects, seeing as, at a rate of 2 scoops/workout, the container won't last the duration of this log.


Thanks for following!

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

[B]supplement experiences

IntraXcell - still felt the prickling sensation. Not QUITE as pronounced, but still there...It's kind of funky actually:D

Steeledge - Tried out 2 scoops today, as I felt nothing from one scoop yesterday. I have to say I felt a definate increase in focus, but no increase in energy that I can put my finger on.


Question for Athletic Edge Nutrition
With respect to SteelEdge, would you like me to:

a) Stay at 1 scoop/workout, to see if it helps to speed up the effects of IntraXcell,

B) Use two scoops/workout for it's focus-enhancing effects, or

C) Use 2 scoops only on my most intense workouts for its' focus-enhancing effects, seeing as, at a rate of 2 scoops/workout, the container won't last the duration of this log.


Thanks for following!


Out of interest how many days out of the week do you train?

Did you take SteelEdge on an empty stomach?

Regarding SteelEdge, we prefer users to take it 3-5 times a week at most. 3-4 times a week is probably optimal for most people.

Here's what I want you to do, try taking a full scoop 20-30 mins prior to training and mix another half and sip on it throughought your workout.Let me know how that works and answer the other training frequency question and than lets go from there regarding your dosing recommendations. :cool:

Regarding IntraXCell, try taking 3 caps pre workout with SteelEdge and the other 3 caps post workout.

You can also split up your dose on non training day into 2-3 doses spread through out the day.

[beast69]

I workout 4 times per week, taking one day for events....sometimes in conjunction with a workout, sometimes not. So let's say 4 times per week will be using SteelEdge. Also, SteelEdge was taken on an empty stomach, approximately 2 hours after my last meal, and 20 minutes before a whey/water shake which I sip on throughout my entire workout (1 scoop Optimum Nutrition's whey protein).

in regards to IntraXcell, I will start taking 3 pre and 3 post workout as you stated, although I'm kind of liking the prickling feeling:D.

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

I workout 4 times per week, taking one day for events....sometimes in conjunction with a workout, sometimes not. So let's say 4 times per week will be using SteelEdge. Also, SteelEdge was taken on an empty stomach, approximately 2 hours after my last meal, and 20 minutes before a whey/water shake which I sip on throughout my entire workout (1 scoop Optimum Nutrition's whey protein).

in regards to IntraXcell, I will start taking 3 pre and 3 post workout as you stated, although I'm kind of liking the prickling feeling:D.


Ok good to know. So lets first have you try the above splitting dose protocol I mentioned with SteelEdge using 1.5 scoops. If you go with 1.5 scoops at 4x a week, SteelEdg will just go two workouts shy of the full month. If you use it 3x a week, you will have a couple scoops extra. So aim for using SteelEdge 3-4x a week and try my proposed method.

There is one other thing I want to mention regarding nutrient timing and also may help you utilize SteelEdge better.

Try taking your whey shake 45-1 hour before you train and than 15-20 mins prior to training take the SteelEdge the way I explained and sip on some of it during your workout instead of your whey.

Let me explain my rational. Timing your whey shake 45-1 hour prior will get a nice spike of aminos in the blood ready to be sucked up by your workings muscles and you can take advantage of the pre-workout window of opportunity. Than when you take SteelEdge, you get more aminos plus the important BCAA's with an emphasis on leucine, getting into your system, immediately pre-workout and during if you sip on it.

Just a suggestion. :)

So far most people have really liked the prickling they get from IntraXCell and I think you will still get it from three if you so chose to try splitting the dose.

[beast69]

I will definatey try it out as you said. Depending on the weather, I'm going to either do a push workout (overhead work with some accessory exercises), or I'll do some stone lifting with a nice rock I found in my backyard....just need to find out how much it weighs:D. Either workout will be fine for trying out the new dosing protocol:D

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

I will definatey try it out as you said. Depending on the weather, I'm going to either do a push workout (overhead work with some accessory exercises), or I'll do some stone lifting with a nice rock I found in my backyard....just need to find out how much it weighs:D. Either workout will be fine for trying out the new dosing protocol:D

Great, glad you were open to my suggestion! We are quite familiar with nutrient timing research. My recommendation of your preworkout protein timing is research supported and not based on getting you to take SteelEdge the way we want you to. ;)

SteelEdge really was designed around many of the most recent studies on pre-workout supplementation, so anyone using it would get what they need, minus the protein which as I said before is recommended to be taken a little further out from your workout. Depending on the duration of your training session, some SteelEdge users will add more carbs, but other than that SteelEdge has your pre-workout needs well covered. :cool:

Stone lifting... :eek: :D

[beast69]

Sunday, Oct. 1 - Push

Workout:

Standing Military Press - 155x5, 155x5, 155x4

Incline DB press - 50'sx10, 60'sx6, 70'sx5, 80'sx5, 80'sx5
-Haven't done anything even remotely related to bench pressing for a few months now, so I was unsure of how much weight to start off with, will be using 80's or 85's next workout

Close-Grip Bench - 155x8, 160x8, 165x8, 170x8
-As with incline DB's, haven't done this for a while. See Notes section for explanation


Notes

Focus was nothing short of intense today, whih must attribute mostly to SteelEdge. I followed the dosing protocol discussed yesterday between Athletic Edge N and myself yesterday, and today has gone as follows (had a smaller than usual Pre-workout meal as i'm strapped for time today, and didnt want to wait AS long after my meal for my stomach to be "empty") :

10:15 - 1/2 cup oats, 1 scoop ON's Whey, 1 cup milk
11:00 - 1 scoop whey in water
11:30 - 3 caps IntraXcell, 1 scoop SteelEdge
11:50 - start warming up and sipping on 1/2 scoop SteelEdge for duration of workout
01:00 - 3 caps IntraXcell post-workout
01:30 - post-workout Meal

I found this to work great for me today...Focus was intense. Still having minimal increases in terms of energy. It seems to be a very subtle "use-as-needed" sort of energy for me, not nearly as pronounced as other users are reporting unfortunately, but this sort of energy feels great for me.

My workout for the past 2 months, with the exception of about 2 weeks prior to starting this log, have been short in duration due to time constraints and getting used to a new job. They didnt consist of much more than the basic compound lifts. I stuck with it because I was seeing increases on all of my lifts. Increases began to slow, so I began adding more accessory-type work, and my lifts are continuing to increase again.

That's it for today, and unfortunately I had no time for stone-lifting today, although I'll probably do some tomorrow:D.

Have a great day everyone! :cool:

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

Sunday, Oct. 1 - Push


[B]Notes

Focus was nothing short of intense today, whih must attribute mostly to SteelEdge. I followed the dosing protocol discussed yesterday between Athletic Edge N and myself yesterday, and today has gone as follows (had a smaller than usual Pre-workout meal as i'm strapped for time today, and didnt want to wait AS long after my meal for my stomach to be "empty") :

10:15 - 1/2 cup oats, 1 scoop ON's Whey, 1 cup milk
11:00 - 1 scoop whey in water
11:30 - 3 caps IntraXcell, 1 scoop SteelEdge
11:50 - start warming up and sipping on 1/2 scoop SteelEdge for duration of workout
01:00 - 3 caps IntraXcell post-workout
01:30 - post-workout Meal

I found this to work great for me today...Focus was intense. Still having minimal increases in terms of energy. It seems to be a very subtle "use-as-needed" sort of energy for me, not nearly as pronounced as other users are reporting unfortunately, but this sort of energy feels great for me.


Have a great day everyone! :cool:



Good, we are starting to dial in your dosing with SteelEdge :)

Now, I want you to try one more thing to see if we can even get a smaller dose of SteelEdge working well for you.

Try going down to ONE scoop and following the same split as you used in your last workout. I'm 200lbs and often find one scoop,split into half prior, half during works extremely well.

On days I'm really dragging, I will sometimes go up to 1.5 scoops, but that's as much as I ever use. The focus and intensity on SteelEdge is quite extraordinary.

You're correct in your observations about SteelEdge, it was never intended to have a drug like stim effect like many pre-workout/energy products often do.

SteelEdge takes a more rounded approach to pre-workout supplementation than simply using creatine/arginine/caffeine as many other preworkout supplements do.

With BCAA's, neurotransmitter precursor, antioxidants, electrolytes, carbs and much more, it really covers your pre-workout needs well.

I Look forward to hearing more progress as we dial in your SteelEdge dosing and as IntraXCell builds your CARN levels up.

Thanks for the update and enjoy the rest of your weekend!

[solarize]

Logs looking good Beast, thanks for the detailed Updates. What size stones do you lift?

I will be following this log closely.

Also thanks Sebastian for help with dosing etc, I know your busy and my net's been down (back on thurs this week).

[beast69]

Logs looking good Beast, thanks for the detailed Updates. What size stones do you lift?

I will be following this log closely.

Also thanks Sebastian for help with dosing etc, I know your busy and my net's been down (back on thurs this week).

It's my pleasure:cool:

I don't have access to actual atlas stones unfortunately, so i'm trying to make due with an oddly-shaped rock.....Think of a large river-rock or field stone...that sort of thing. I don't know the weights unfortunately, but I will be figuring it out soon, as I'd like to have something to measure progress by.

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

It's my pleasure:cool:

I don't have access to actual atlas stones unfortunately, so i'm trying to make due with an oddly-shaped rock.....Think of a large river-rock or field stone...that sort of thing. I don't know the weights unfortunately, but I will be figuring it out soon, as I'd like to have something to measure progress by.


I'm particularly interested in hearing how our products are going to effect your times on the farmers walk and implement hold. Both of these movements largely stress your glycolysis energy pathways and where BA so far has shown to work most effective in.

SteelEdge, as you have already experienced will dial in your intensity and focus, as well as helping protect muscle with the BCAA's and much more.

[beast69]

Tuesday, Oct. 3 - Legs

Workout:

Squats - 325x3, 325x3, 325x3
-These felt VERY easy...so I upped the weight

Squats - 340x3(PR!), 340x3 (see? no fluke!!:D)
-Felt great, and easy enough, SLIGHT struggle on final rep of final set...left one in the tank;)

Front squats - 135x8, 135x8, 135x8
-wanted these light...going to increase the weight 10lbs/workout from now on


Notes

Workout felt unreal today. I felt very focused. Squats are also coming along quite nicely. From looking back on the last time i followed this same sort of setup, I expected to stall out at around 350x3 on squats, so if i get much more than that, I'll be extremely pleased. We'll see if IntraXcell/SteelEdge help me out in this respect :cool:

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

[B]Notes

Workout felt unreal today. I felt very focused. Squats are also coming along quite nicely. From looking back on the last time i followed this same sort of setup, I expected to stall out at around 350x3 on squats, so if i get much more than that, I'll be extremely pleased. We'll see if IntraXcell/SteelEdge help me out in this respect :cool:

Sounds good Beast, I think you will be pleasantly surprised how well our products work as you progress through your log. :)

[beast69]

Sounds good Beast, I think you will be pleasantly surprised how well our products work as you progress through your log. :)

I'm looking forward to it :D

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

I'm looking forward to it :D


So are we :cool:

[beast69]

Thursday, Oct. 5 - Pull

Workout:

Deadlift - 385x3, 385x3, 385x3
- Last rep was kind of ugly, but still maintained decent form

Bent-over BB row - 165x8, 165x8, 165x8, 165x8
--SUPERSETTED WITH
Side-bends - 45x12, 45x12, 45x12

Pullups - BW+15x3, BW+15x3, BW+15x3, BW+15x2
- was SOOO close to hitting 10+ reps in 3 sets...next week

Weighted crunches - 25x12, 30x12, 30x12


Notes
Todays workout went much better than I expected. I work a very physical job, and felt dead for almost my entire shift...my entire body was fatigued for most of the day. Regardless, I took my IntraXcell and SteelEdge and grinded my way through my workout. 385x3 on deadlifts felt heavier than it should have, and I definately hitched on a few reps, but im confident i'll be able to pull of 395x3 next deadlift workout. Also, was able to get more reps than expected on bent-over rows. I initially lowered the weight from 185x5 to 165x5 due to the use of too much "body english", but definately did not expect 4 sets of 8 reps...endurance enhancing effect from beta-alanine/SteelEdge? possibly:cool:

with respect to todays' workout, I don't think I could have pulled off these numbers without the help I recieved from SteelEdge. Its' focus-enhancing effects definately helped me to ignore my fatigued body long enough and to focus on the task at hand.

Until tomorrow...:cool:

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

Thursday, Oct. 5 - Pull

Workout:

Deadlift - 385x3, 385x3, 385x3
- Last rep was kind of ugly, but still maintained decent form

Bent-over BB row - 165x8, 165x8, 165x8, 165x8
--SUPERSETTED WITH
Side-bends - 45x12, 45x12, 45x12

Pullups - BW+15x3, BW+15x3, BW+15x3, BW+15x2
- was SOOO close to hitting 10+ reps in 3 sets...next week

Weighted crunches - 25x12, 30x12, 30x12


Notes
Todays workout went much better than I expected. I work a very physical job, and felt dead for almost my entire shift...my entire body was fatigued for most of the day. Regardless, I took my IntraXcell and SteelEdge and grinded my way through my workout. 385x3 on deadlifts felt heavier than it should have, and I definately hitched on a few reps, but im confident i'll be able to pull of 395x3 next deadlift workout. Also, was able to get more reps than expected on bent-over rows. I initially lowered the weight from 185x5 to 165x5 due to the use of too much "body english", but definately did not expect 4 sets of 8 reps...endurance enhancing effect from beta-alanine/SteelEdge? possibly:cool:

with respect to todays' workout, I don't think I could have pulled off these numbers without the help I recieved from SteelEdge. Its' focus-enhancing effects definately helped me to ignore my fatigued body long enough and to focus on the task at hand.

Until tomorrow...:cool:


Yeah SteelEdge certainly puts you in a zone without giving you that crazy nervous energy that actually worsens allot of peoples focus.

Cranking up the reps..eh, very nice, I'm confident you will reach your goals at some point during this log. :cool:

Thanks for the updates!

[beast69]

Friday, Oct. 8 - Push

Workout:

Standing Military Press - 155x5, 155x4, 155x4

Incline DB Press - 80'sx5. 80'sx5, 80'sx5, 80'sx5

CG Bench - 175x8, 175x8, 175x8


Notes

Tired today...Shoulders felt quite fatiqued from work. My progress also seems to be stalling on overhead work. Then again, I haven't changed things around a whole lot other than adding accessory work...I think it's about time to switch to focusing on my push press, and keep the weights around the same for military press.

SteelEdge definately help me stay focused during my workout, but wasn't enough to overcome my fatigued body which is in need of a day or two of complete rest. Regardless, it still makes me feel great during my workouts.

I will definately be taking it easy this weekend, recovering with multiple thanksgiving dinners:D, followed by an event day on sunday or monday.....I'm considering putting together a short video of that training session, as I'd like a little more practice using window's movie maker.:cool:

until next time...

[beast69]

Yeah SteelEdge certainly puts you in a zone without giving you that crazy nervous energy that actually worsens allot of peoples focus.

Cranking up the reps..eh, very nice, I'm confident you will reach your goals at some point during this log. :cool:

Thanks for the updates!

not a problem, and thanks for the encouragement. I, too, am confident I'll reach my goals, it's only a matter of trying to exceed those goals:ccol:

For anyone curious...I have a couple goals in mind. As of a couple of weeks ago, my short term goals were to reach 350x3 on squats, and 415x3 on deadlift. That would mean hitting my previous maxes for triples...for more than one set:eek:.

In a longer term scenario, I hope to hit a 500lb deadlift and a 415x3 squat by my birthday in february, as well as a military press of 185-ishx3, and a push press of over 225.

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

not a problem, and thanks for the encouragement. I, too, am confident I'll reach my goals, it's only a matter of trying to exceed those goals:ccol:

Agreed!:cool:




For anyone curious...I have a couple goals in mind. As of a couple of weeks ago, my short term goals were to reach 350x3 on squats, and 415x3 on deadlift. That would mean hitting my previous maxes for triples...for more than one set:eek:.

In a longer term scenario, I hope to hit a 500lb deadlift and a 415x3 squat by my birthday in february, as well as a military press of 185-ishx3, and a push press of over 225.

Looking forward in having our products help you reach them. :)

[beast69]

Monday, Oct. 11 - Legs/events

Workout:

Squats - 340x3, 340x3, 340x3
-wasn't QUITE happy with depth on these, so I'll only increase the weight by 5lbs next leg workout


Farmer's Walk - 160'sx50ft (damn near sprinted), 190'sx50ft, 220'sx50ft(felt too slow, but strong nonetheless), 230'sx50ft, 240'sx50ft (PR!!!)

Stone-lifting:
-lift to chest - 3 sets
-50ft carries (with 1 turn) - 3 sets
-Lift as high as possible...basically throwing stone at the top of the lift - 3 sets

Notes

Fun workout today. I haven't done farmer's carries for a few weeks, so that's probably why I felt slow. Regardless, they felt strong enough for me to go up to 240lbs/hand. Keep in mind that I was also using larger handles than I normally use (approx. 1.5" diameter), but my grip was not a problem at all, which is a very good sign for me:D

In terms of stone-lifting...It's still VERY new to me, so I simply went out and more or less played around with it. I'm still not sure of it's weight, but I'll try to find out ASAP.

I also took vidoe footage of today's workout, and am planning on putting together a short video for those interested.

Overall, My strength is still improving steadily. SteelEdge is having a pronounced effect on my focus and intensity, and IntraXcell may be helping with my endurance (longer grip endurance on heavy weights in farmer's walk). It's still too early to point a definitive finger towards IntraXcell for my increased strength/endurance, but it is something I will definately be keeping an eye on.

Until next time:cool:

[beast69]

here's a short video I put together of today's workout...there's even a little publicity for Athletic Edge Nutrition thrown in there too:D

enjoy:cool:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=gJbzyUL8xos

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

Monday, Oct. 11 - Legs/events


[B]Notes

Fun workout today. I haven't done farmer's carries for a few weeks, so that's probably why I felt slow. Regardless, they felt strong enough for me to go up to 240lbs/hand. Keep in mind that I was also using larger handles than I normally use (approx. 1.5" diameter), but my grip was not a problem at all, which is a very good sign for me:D

In terms of stone-lifting...It's still VERY new to me, so I simply went out and more or less played around with it. I'm still not sure of it's weight, but I'll try to find out ASAP.

I also took vidoe footage of today's workout, and am planning on putting together a short video for those interested.

Overall, My strength is still improving steadily. SteelEdge is having a pronounced effect on my focus and intensity, and IntraXcell may be helping with my endurance (longer grip endurance on heavy weights in farmer's walk). It's still too early to point a definitive finger towards IntraXcell for my increased strength/endurance, but it is something I will definately be keeping an eye on.

Until next time:cool:


Good stuff Beast! Yes, SteelEdge gets me dialed in like nothing else, it's quite an awesome feeling when you nail your optimal dosing and timing of SteelEdge. IntraXCell is REALLY going to help you with the farmers walk, mark my words. :cool:

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

here's a short video I put together of today's workout...there's even a little publicity for Athletic Edge Nutrition thrown in there too:D

enjoy:cool:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=gJbzyUL8xos


WOW, thank you so much for taking the time to make that video, it's freaking awesome!!!!!

I especially like the beginning where you are in that dark room doing squats with the metal blaring along.


I'm going to post links to your videos in all the other testers threads as well as the main IntraXCell FAQ thread..

Great stuff man we really appreciate it, seriously THANK YOU. :D

[solarize]

Dude that video is freakn cool..
I am sitting there watching it just going, man my injured back would snap doing that rock lifting.. and your light, yeah I'm just gonna pick this rock up, actually let me take my shirt off, ah yeah, thats better, legs go rock..

Then after like 2mins i find myself tensing my muscles watching the vid, musta got me in the zone.. VERY cool dude.. Looking forward to anymore ya feel like posting up.

[beast69]

I'm glad you guys liked it. Kind of a rush job, and only the second one i've put together, but I thought it would be an original way to show some of my progress:cool:

[beast69]

Tuesday, Oct. 10 - Push

Workout:

Standing Military Press - 155x5, 155x5, 155x5

Incline DB Press - 80'sx5, 80'sx5, 80'sx5, 80'sx5

1-Arm DB Push Press (each arm) - 60x3, 80x3, 80x3
-really felt this in my core, taxing on balance...I like it, and encourage anyone to try them out:D

CG bench - 180x8, 180x8, 180x8


Notes

I definately felt something working today. At first I thought it was just a good day...but this is too much. I normally take about 2-2.5minutes between heavy sets (5 reps or less), and 1-1.5 minutes on lighter sets (6+reps). My body felt like it WANTED to go again after about a minute after each set :eek:. Military press felt strong, reps went up easier, except for the final rep on the final set, which is to be expected. Overall, recovery between sets felt improved and strength felt greater. I was even able to add in an extra set of incline DB press and 1-arm DB push-presses without hindering my strength on CG bench at the end.

I decided to start doing 1-arm DB presses again as I feel they really help my pushing strength, as well as helping to strengthen my core and improve my balance, 2 things that are VERY important when trying to hold a heavy weight overhead, not to mention the effect of increased core strength on all the compound lifts, events, and lifting in general;).

So far, I am very pleased, and am looking forward to the coming weeks to hopefully prove that this wasn't just a "good day":D. Updated measurements will be taken around day 14;):cool:

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

[B]Notes

I definately felt something working today. At first I thought it was just a good day...but this is too much. I normally take about 2-2.5minutes between heavy sets (5 reps or less), and 1-1.5 minutes on lighter sets (6+reps). My body felt like it WANTED to go again after about a minute after each set :eek:. Military press felt strong, reps went up easier, except for the final rep on the final set, which is to be expected. Overall, recovery between sets felt improved and strength felt greater. I was even able to add in an extra set of incline DB press and 1-arm DB push-presses without hindering my strength on CG bench at the end.

I decided to start doing 1-arm DB presses again as I feel they really help my pushing strength, as well as helping to strengthen my core and improve my balance, 2 things that are VERY important when trying to hold a heavy weight overhead, not to mention the effect of increased core strength on all the compound lifts, events, and lifting in general.

So far, I am very pleased, and am looking forward to the coming weeks to hopefully prove that this wasn't just a "good day":D. Updated measurements will be taken around day 14;):cool:

I was speaking to an elite middle distance runner that uses our products today and he said he can cut his rest time IN HALF between sets. :cool:

Your feedback is right in line with other IntraXCell/SteelEdge users.

I think you will find you will have MANY more "good days" when using our products. :)

Thanks for the update!

[FORCE RECON]

Hey man, great log......you must use all the weights in the gym when you lift!!!......nice.

Enjoy.....weeks 2-3 I increased my strength each workout!

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

Hey man, great log......you must use all the weights in the gym when you lift!!!......nice.

Enjoy.....weeks 2-3 I increased my strength each workout!


Yes, by weeks 2-4 CARN levels increase the most significantly. As I have mentioned many times before they do keep on increasing atleast up to 12 weeks, but not at the same rate they did in the first month. Regardless, the extra 2 months still bring about significant increases in CARN levels and performance gains.

[beast69]

Hey man, great log......you must use all the weights in the gym when you lift!!!......nice.

Enjoy.....weeks 2-3 I increased my strength each workout!

Thanks for stopping by! It's nice to know at least someone besides the log's sponsors are following along:cool:

And yes, I do use most of the weights in my gymn when I workout, but then again, I workout in my garage :D...Who says you need all the latest, high-end equipment to get the job done:D

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

Thanks for stopping by! It's nice to know at least someone besides the log's sponsors are following along:cool:

And yes, I do use most of the weights in my gymn when I workout, but then again, I workout in my garage :D...Who says you need all the latest, high-end equipment to get the job done:D


I have a feeling that your log is going to become very popular, just give it a little time. ;)

[beast69]

I was speaking to an elite middle distance runner that uses our products today and he said he can cut his rest time IN HALF between sets. :cool:

Your feedback is right in line with other IntraXCell/SteelEdge users.

I think you will find you will have MANY more "good days" when using our products. :)

Thanks for the update!

sounds about right. Personally, I kept my rest times the same as they were previously (as much as it pained me to do so:D), even though my body felt ready to go. I am a firm believer that you don't have to wait a specific amount of time between sets, but rather when you feel ready (within reason). Also, i wanted to see how much my between-set recovery really did improve.

[beast69]

I have a feeling that your log is going to become very popular, just give it a little time. ;)

It would be a first, but I would welcome it:cool:

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

It would be a first, but I would welcome it:cool:



When is the next time you train and time your exercises, like the farmers walk..ect?

I am very interested to see the impact of IntraXCell on your timed events.

[beast69]

When is the next time you train and time your exercises, like the farmers walk..ect?

I am very interested to see the impact of IntraXCell on your timed events.

i hadn't done farmers carries for a few weeks, do to straining my back, resting, etc (a few weeks prior to my log...didnt last long enough for my strength to decrease, but I was careful with it). As of right now though, I will be using both heavy farmers for short distances (hope to get up to about 265lbs/hand), as well as longer distances with lighter weights (220lbs/hand) My next event training day is scheduled for sunday, so we shall see what happens then:D. I'm looking at doing farmers, some sort of pressing (possibly axle for reps?), as well as attempting to put together a carry/drag medley to really blast my anaerobic endurance:D. Regardless, sunday's the day, and I will be firming up what I'll be doing onfriday or saturday.

If I feel really good, I might throw in some timed holds on the farmers implements with larger handles, due to me being able to add more overall weight to them (the implements themselves are 110lbs each...made them out of concrete:D).

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i hadn't done farmers carries for a few weeks, do to straining my back, resting, etc (a few weeks prior to my log...didnt last long enough for my strength to decrease, but I was careful with it). As of right now though, I will be using both heavy farmers for short distances (hope to get up to about 265lbs/hand), as well as longer distances with lighter weights (220lbs/hand) My next event training day is scheduled for sunday, so we shall see what happens then:D. I'm looking at doing farmers, some sort of pressing (possibly axle for reps?), as well as attempting to put together a carry/drag medley to really blast my anaerobic endurance:D. Regardless, sunday's the day, and I will be firming up what I'll be doing onfriday or saturday.

If I feel really good, I might throw in some timed holds on the farmers implements with larger handles, due to me being able to add more overall weight to them (the implements themselves are 110lbs each...made them out of concrete:D).

Now we're cooking with petrol! :D

It would be cool to see where you are at on your timed holds as well.

[ectomeso1]

awesome log man......keep bustin ass

[beast69]

awesome log man......keep bustin ass

'tis the plan:D

thanks for stopping by:cool:

[the woo]

Good luck beast,i am using IntraXCell at the moment and can honestly say it is the best supplement i have used so far,not using Steeledge YET but cannot wait to add that in aswell

Hope all goes well will be following mate

[the woo]

[QUOTE=Athletic Edge N]When is the next time you train and time your exercises, like the farmers walk..ect?

I am very interested to see the impact of IntraXCell on your timed events.[/QUOTE

me too

[FORCE RECON]

Good luck beast,i am using IntraXCell at the moment and can honestly say it is the best supplement i have used so far,not using Steeledge YET but cannot wait to add that in aswell

Hope all goes well will be following mate

Man i totally agree....I have noticed ALL AROUND improvement from supplementing with this.

usually you have to either just bulk w/ a supplement, or just cut. IntraXCell is perfect for both, and in some cases both AT THE SAME TIME!....have a great workout today.

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Man i totally agree....I have noticed ALL AROUND improvement from supplementing with this.

usually you have to either just bulk w/ a supplement, or just cut. IntraXCell is perfect for both, and in some cases both AT THE SAME TIME!....have a great workout today.

Yes it really is the best of both worlds. :)

[beast69]

I agree with you guys. Personally, I have no problem gaining strength to some degree while cutting back on my weight (but then again, I've never been below 13-14%BF either), but I think it would be interesting to see how well it would help to maintain, and probably even increase strength, while in a caloric deficit (ie. powerlifter trying to make it into a lower weight class...me staying as a lightweight:D...etc).

[beast69]

Thursday, Oct. 12 - Pull

Workout:

Deadlifts - 395x3, 395x3, 395x3
-these felt easier than last week at 385!:D

Bent-Over BB row - 170x8, 170x8, 170x8

Pullups - BW+15x4, BW+15x3, BW+15x3
-got my 10 reps! going to stay at this for another week though, as i almost didnt make the reps.


Side-bends - 45x12, 45x12, 45x12

weighted crunches - 25x12, 25x12, 35x8


Notes

I worked out this morning before work, as I wouldn't be able to fit it in otherwise. regardless, energy was great, and I'm still feeling stronger than ever:cool:

I'm going to start wearing a belt on my heaviest deadlift sets (405x3 next week!!!). I generally only wear a belt on heavy events (eg. heavy, short runs on farmers, heavy yoke carries, etc...lighter weight for speed are beltless), as well as wearing it about 2 notches too loose on squats in order to practice pushing out my stomach into my belt with a belly full of air. In terms of deadlifts, I simply would feel a bit safer using a belt on my heaviest sets, as I've never done reps with this much weight before (never done more than 3 reps at 375 to be honest:D).

Otherwise, Workout felt very strong. Nothing new to report as of now. New measurements should be up tomorrow morning, taken right out of bed after "unloading";).

thanks everyone for following along so far!

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Thursday, Oct. 12 - Pull

Workout:

Deadlifts - 395x3, 395x3, 395x3
-these felt easier than last week at 385!:D

Bent-Over BB row - 170x8, 170x8, 170x8

Pullups - BW+15x4, BW+15x3, BW+15x3
-got my 10 reps! going to stay at this for another week though, as i almost didnt make the reps.


Side-bends - 45x12, 45x12, 45x12

weighted crunches - 25x12, 25x12, 35x8


Notes

I worked out this morning before work, as I wouldn't be able to fit it in otherwise. regardless, energy was great, and I'm still feeling stronger than ever:cool:

I'm going to start wearing a belt on my heaviest deadlift sets (405x3 next week!!!). I generally only wear a belt on heavy events (eg. heavy, short runs on farmers, heavy yoke carries, etc...lighter weight for speed are beltless), as well as wearing it about 2 notches too loose on squats in order to practice pushing out my stomach into my belt with a belly full of air. In terms of deadlifts, I simply would feel a bit safer using a belt on my heaviest sets, as I've never done reps with this much weight before (never done more than 3 reps at 375 to be honest:D).

Otherwise, Workout felt very strong. Nothing new to report as of now. New measurements should be up tomorrow morning, taken right out of bed after "unloading";).

thanks everyone for following along so far!


Thanks for the feedback Beast!


Out of interest, what lead/inspired you to wanting to become a strongman competitor?

And how do you know so much about the training methods, where or whom did you learn from?? :)

[beast69]

Thanks for the feedback Beast!


Out of interest, what lead/inspired you to wanting to become a strongman competitor?

And how do you know so much about the training methods, where or whom did you learn from?? :)

It's always been in the back of my mind....I think I was around the age of 13 or 14 when I first started working out...having no idea what I was doing. I watched some World's Strongest Man contests, and was completely fascinated with what they were doing. Hell...what's more exciting than watching the 300lb monsters moving things around that the average person would deem impossible to budge? I was a fat kid at the time though, and I thought that bodybuilding was more for me (although I'd still watch strongman on tv if i got the chance before my workouts:D). Weightlifting was more on the side than anything. I'd work out,m make some progress, not know what I was doing, or why I wasn't gaining more, and lose interest for a while. I'd then gain back the weight I lost and be upset about the way I looked, and get back into it. this went on for a few years. even though I'd lose interest in actually lifting, I'd still read as much as I could. about 1.5+years ago, I reached an all-time low(or high), of about 230-240lbs at 30-35%BF, as well as losing alot of strength. I made the decision that I hated the lifestyle I was beginning to follow. I didn't want to become another addition to the obesity statistic, and became serious. I leaned my way down to, if i remember correctly, around 195lbs at 14-15%BF. I felt better than I had in quite some time. Around the same time, I stumbled across Pro Strongman Jesse Marunde's board, and got to see an interaction between many pro and amateur strongmen, as well as many great personalities. That almost lost dream of being strong was beginning to be rekindled. At this time, I also found a listing of strongman contests in my province, and found a non-sanctioned one not too far from me. I then made it my goal to enter, no matter what the outcome.

My knowledge on training has come from personal experience. I would have a lot of trouble helping some else to develop a program, as my training has been centered almost entirely around trial and error. I'd read something someone else had done, think "hey, that sounds cool", and try it out for myself. If it seemed to help, i'd leave it in for a while. If not, I'd thorw it awey.

Now, I spend as much time as I can reading what other strongmen are doing, and am still continuing with a trial and error method of training, although not to nearly the same extent.

One thing I have found to greatly add to my training, is the use of strongman implements. I'd see an implement (such as farmers walk implements, yoke, etc...) and think, "how can I make that? I have always been like this:D. It's almost like a challeneg. When it's made, it's like a new toy, you have to play with it:D. different implements have helped to keep my training interesting and fun, and have provided different goals to strive for, aside from the usual "i want to get stronger", or "I want to look better". Now I can say..."I want to pick up 500lbs, and take it for a jog down my driveway", or "I want to put this heavy rock over my head". thos objects that once seemed impossible to move are now becoming a fun challenge:D.

Anyways, that's my rambling for the day. I don't even remember most of what I typed to be honest:D, so if i forgot anything, or if there's anything else anyone is interested, pleases don't hesitate to ask.

[solarize]

Do you ever find yourself picking up women in the street and saying things like
"You! Come with Me!" - or is that assault in the US :)

EDIT: SOrry forgot you were Canadian. I've only been to Vancouver, but the girls there seemed very laid back.

[beast69]

Do you ever find yourself picking up women in the street and saying things like
"You! Come with Me!" - or is that assault in the US :)

Probably is assault in the US, but hey...perhaps the Canadian girls wont mind;).....as long as my girlfriend's not watching:rolleyes: :D

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Very cool explanation, I certainly have a better sense of who you are and what lead you to become interested in becoming a strongman competitor.

Thanks for taking the time to write all that, good stuff :)

[beast69]

Unfortunately, I didn't take measurements this morning, not only because I was almost late for work, but also because there were too many variables that would have skewn measurements/scale weight (for example, I didnt realize I was out of most of my food last night, So I wasn't able to eat until shortly before bed after I went grocery shopping, carbohydrates were also lower than normal by a fair bit for the same reason, causing me to feel quite flat, and would have thrown off measurements some as well, etc).

Basically, I plan on taking measurements tomorrow morning instead. Sorry for the wait!

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Unfortunately, I didn't take measurements this morning, not only because I was almost late for work, but also because there were too many variables that would have skewn measurements/scale weight (for example, I didnt realize I was out of most of my food last night, So I wasn't able to eat until shortly before bed after I went grocery shopping, carbohydrates were also lower than normal by a fair bit for the same reason, causing me to feel quite flat, and would have thrown off measurements some as well, etc).

Basically, I plan on taking measurements tomorrow morning instead. Sorry for the wait!


That's fine, just please send your unused SteelEdge and IntraXCell back to us as you are now BLACKLISTED.... :mad: :eek: :p :D

Of course kidding, I'll look for your post tomorrow, thanks for the update.

Have a good Friday night!

[AtomicLee]

Hey if you dont have stones to paractice with try this technique:
Unscrew the end of you barbell and load the weight on it. Clamp down both sides. You basically should have weights stacked on eachother with the end of a barbell on it. Practice lapping and lifting that, it will have huge carry over in to stones.

[beast69]

That's fine, just please send your unused SteelEdge and IntraXCell back to us as you are now BLACKLISTED....

Of course kidding, I'll look for your post tomorrow, thanks for the update.

Have a good Friday night!

ahh!! you guys really are getting strict now:eek:. but if you really want me to, i COULD leave this log unfinished :rolleyes::D

until tomorrow....have a good day everyone!:cool:

[Mr. Aries]

i'm here just checking in.. hehehe... wanted to see how your progress is goin... Everything seems to be good :D

[beast69]

Hey if you dont have stones to paractice with try this technique:
Unscrew the end of you barbell and load the weight on it. Clamp down both sides. You basically should have weights stacked on eachother with the end of a barbell on it. Practice lapping and lifting that, it will have huge carry over in to stones.

that's actually a really good idea. I was planning on doing plate rows (basically, put the 45's together, smooth side out, and hold them together with your palms...works on the chest crush for picking up the stones)...at least it sounds like it would work well **shrugs**. Will definately have to try this out though.

thanks!:cool:

[beast69]

i'm here just checking in.. hehehe... wanted to see how your progress is goin... Everything seems to be good :D

always nice to know someone else is watching:D

Things are going great. We'll see how it all pans out during the second half of this log though:cool:

[beast69]

Updates

al measurements are the same as when I started this log, although my weight has dropped by about 1-2 lbs. I cannot attribute this to the use of IntraXcell, but rather to my job (very physical, 9.5hour shifts most days), and the fact that I've apparently been choking down JUST enough food to almost keep my weight the same. Regardless, my strength has been reaching new heights(hooray for strength training!). I'm going to have to increase my total calories a bit, to try to at least keep my weight level. I won't go crazy and add a few thousand kCals like some people do, but rather add in an extra meal each day at somewhere around 500kCals.

In terms of body composition, as you can see, there's nothing to report yet. However, strength is a different matter. I have no new one-rep maxes to report at this moment, as I'm still working with wieght below my one-rep max on most lifts. In two weeks (at the end of this log), I'm planning on testing out my new one-rep and/or 3-rep maxes.

What I know for sure right now is that I set a 20lb PR on farmer's, a 10+lb PR on squats, I'm close to pulling my previous deadlift max for a triple, and I'm actually doing WEIGHTED pull-ups now:D.

That's it for today, sorry if I disappointed anyone:D...j/k

later:cool:

[FORCE RECON]

Updates

al measurements are the same as when I started this log, although my weight has dropped by about 1-2 lbs. I cannot attribute this to the use of IntraXcell, but rather to my job (very physical, 9.5hour shifts most days), and the fact that I've apparently been choking down JUST enough food to almost keep my weight the same. Regardless, my strength has been reaching new heights(hooray for strength training!). I'm going to have to increase my total calories a bit, to try to at least keep my weight level. I won't go crazy and add a few thousand kCals like some people do, but rather add in an extra meal each day at somewhere around 500kCals.

In terms of body composition, as you can see, there's nothing to report yet. However, strength is a different matter. I have no new one-rep maxes to report at this moment, as I'm still working with wieght below my one-rep max on most lifts. In two weeks (at the end of this log), I'm planning on testing out my new one-rep and/or 3-rep maxes.

What I know for sure right now is that I set a 20lb PR on farmer's, a 10+lb PR on squats, I'm close to pulling my previous deadlift max for a triple, and I'm actually doing WEIGHTED pull-ups now:D.

That's it for today, sorry if I disappointed anyone:D...j/k

later:cool:

Man, drop in weight, but the measurements are the same is AWESOME!!!!! Congrats.....also, the PR's while losing weight is amazing.

[the woo]

Updates

al measurements are the same as when I started this log, although my weight has dropped by about 1-2 lbs. I cannot attribute this to the use of IntraXcell, but rather to my job (very physical, 9.5hour shifts most days), and the fact that I've apparently been choking down JUST enough food to almost keep my weight the same. Regardless, my strength has been reaching new heights(hooray for strength training!). I'm going to have to increase my total calories a bit, to try to at least keep my weight level. I won't go crazy and add a few thousand kCals like some people do, but rather add in an extra meal each day at somewhere around 500kCals.

In terms of body composition, as you can see, there's nothing to report yet. However, strength is a different matter. I have no new one-rep maxes to report at this moment, as I'm still working with wieght below my one-rep max on most lifts. In two weeks (at the end of this log), I'm planning on testing out my new one-rep and/or 3-rep maxes.

What I know for sure right now is that I set a 20lb PR on farmer's, a 10+lb PR on squats, I'm close to pulling my previous deadlift max for a triple, and I'm actually doing WEIGHTED pull-ups now:D.

That's it for today, sorry if I disappointed anyone:D...j/k

later:cool:

excellent stuff Beast well done on the PR's not dissapoited at all mate keep it up

[solarize]

Great updates, seems to be working out very well for you!

[beast69]

thanks for the kind words everyone!. Today is event day....which means squats, farmer's, some sort of medley, and axle pressing:cool:

[beast69]

Sunday, Oct. 15 - Legs/Events

Workout:

Squats - 345x3, 345x3, 345x3
-going for 350x3 next leg workout! woot!

Farmer's carry (all done for 50ft) - 160's, 160's, 200's, 230's. 240's, 240's
-Didn't attempt the 250's today...240 felt heavy enough...will try it next week though.

Medley! - 50ft farmers, 25ft duckwalk, 25ft tire-sled drag

-set 1:

farmer's - 180lbs/hand
duckwalk - 150lbs
sled loaded with duckwalk implement - 200lbs

set 2:

farmer's - 180lbs/hand
duckwalk - 170lbs
sled loaded with duckwalk implement - 220lbs

Set 3:

farmer's - 200lbs/hand
duckwalk - 200lbs
sled loaded with duckwalk implement - 250lbs


Notes

My ass has been officially kicked.wieghts were all manageable on their own for the medley, but when you put them all together without a break, they have the potential to kick your ass:cool:. Keep in mind that the sled im using, being a tire, likes to grip the driveway...especially when pulling uphill:eek:

[FORCE RECON]

Sunday, Oct. 15 - Legs/Events

Workout:

Squats - 345x3, 345x3, 345x3
-going for 350x3 next leg workout! woot!

Farmer's carry (all done for 50ft) - 160's, 160's, 200's, 230's. 240's, 240's
-Didn't attempt the 250's today...240 felt heavy enough...will try it next week though.

Medley! - 50ft farmers, 25ft duckwalk, 25ft tire-sled drag

-set 1:

farmer's - 180lbs/hand
duckwalk - 150lbs
sled loaded with duckwalk implement - 200lbs

set 2:

farmer's - 180lbs/hand
duckwalk - 170lbs
sled loaded with duckwalk implement - 220lbs

Set 3:

farmer's - 200lbs/hand
duckwalk - 200lbs
sled loaded with duckwalk implement - 250lbs


Notes

My ass has been officially kicked.wieghts were all manageable on their own for the medley, but when you put them all together without a break, they have the potential to kick your ass:cool:. Keep in mind that the sled im using, being a tire, likes to grip the driveway...especially when pulling uphill:eek:

whoa.....man, you train like a wild animal....i could not imagine training like that!!.....do you ever bench press?? just wondering what weight you would max out at!?!?!.....have a great night man, and get some rest, so you can reocver from that brutal session!

[beast69]

whoa.....man, you train like a wild animal....i could not imagine training like that!!.....do you ever bench press?? just wondering what weight you would max out at!?!?!.....have a great night man, and get some rest, so you can reocver from that brutal session!

I actually haven't done flat bench for a whiel, for two main reasons. First off, It really hurts my rotator cuffs, and secondly, it has no realy carryover into strongman events. I still do close-grip bench and incline DB press though.

In the past, however, the most I put up on bench was somewhere around 240-250 (not horribly impressive, in know:D. My shoulders/chest have always been weak points for me though.) I'm stronger now overall, but haven't trained in bench press for some time. So take that for what it's worth:cool:

[beast69]

A video of today's medley training for your viewing pleasure:cool:

http://youtube.com/watch?v=zYn4k8nEm30

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A video of today's medley training for your viewing pleasure:cool:

http://youtube.com/watch?v=zYn4k8nEm30

Nice video Beast!

Welcome to the jungle eh, shame you weren't sporting the Axl rose spandex and bandana, it would have been a nice touch. :eek: :D

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

Updates

al measurements are the same as when I started this log, although my weight has dropped by about 1-2 lbs. I cannot attribute this to the use of IntraXcell, but rather to my job (very physical, 9.5hour shifts most days), and the fact that I've apparently been choking down JUST enough food to almost keep my weight the same. Regardless, my strength has been reaching new heights(hooray for strength training!). I'm going to have to increase my total calories a bit, to try to at least keep my weight level. I won't go crazy and add a few thousand kCals like some people do, but rather add in an extra meal each day at somewhere around 500kCals.

In terms of body composition, as you can see, there's nothing to report yet. However, strength is a different matter. I have no new one-rep maxes to report at this moment, as I'm still working with wieght below my one-rep max on most lifts. In two weeks (at the end of this log), I'm planning on testing out my new one-rep and/or 3-rep maxes.

What I know for sure right now is that I set a 20lb PR on farmer's, a 10+lb PR on squats, I'm close to pulling my previous deadlift max for a triple, and I'm actually doing WEIGHTED pull-ups now:D.

That's it for today, sorry if I disappointed anyone:D...j/k

later:cool:


By the way congratulations on the PR farmers, can't say I'm surprised though as you could probably tell from various comments I said earlier on in the thread.

PR on the squats too, nice. :)

It certainly sounds like you're making strong progress with the help of our products!

How's SteelEdge treating you, what dosage did you finally settle on, once we split it pre and during?

[beast69]

Spandex? If I'm payed enough, I'm sure anything COULD be possible:eek::D

As for the Steeledge doseage, I'm using 1 scop pre and 0.5 scoop during workouts. I tried it at half scoop/half scoop, but I didn't really see nearly the focus as I did from that extra half scoop unfortunately.

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

Spandex? If I'm payed enough, I'm sure anything COULD be possible:eek::D

As for the Steeledge doseage, I'm using 1 scop pre and 0.5 scoop during workouts. I tried it at half scoop/half scoop, but I didn't really see nearly the focus as I did from that extra half scoop unfortunately.


LOL...AEN starts to write out check to Beast.. :D

Yeah, I sometimes go up to a scoop and half, but no higher. When I have gone over a scoop and half, personally I get no more benefit from it than 1.5 scoops. 1-1.5 is where I stay within consistently and it works tremendously in getting me in the zone and intense before I train!

[beast69]

LOL...AEN starts to write out check to Beast.. :D

Never knew you swung that way:eek:...**beast69 finds corners to hide in**

i dont go over 1.5 scoops either...just haven't needed to. I seem to have found my sweet spot, so im not gonna change anything:cool:

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Never knew you swung that way:eek:...**beast69 finds corners to hide in**

i dont go over 1.5 scoops either...just haven't needed to. I seem to have found my sweet spot, so im not gonna change anything:cool:


lol..you said you wanted a larger audience, well I'm just trying to help create some more buzz for you. :eek: :p :D

[beast69]

lol..you said you wanted a larger audience, well I'm just trying to help create some more buzz for you. :eek: :p :D

And I thought I was going to get the women...:mad::cool:

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

And I thought I was going to get the women...:mad::cool:

Never underestimate the power of the axl look, women loved that guy,spandex, crap dance moves and all. :eek:

Wait....don't you have a gf :confused: :eek:

[beast69]

Never underestimate the power of the axl look, women loved that guy,spandex, crap dance moves and all. :eek:

Wait....don't you have a gf :confused: :eek:

hah. I do. No harm in joking around though. She found this thread when she was over at my place earlier....she just laughed:cool:. I'm glad she has a great sense of humour:D

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hah. I do. No harm in joking around though. She found this thread when she was over at my place earlier....she just laughed:cool:. I'm glad she has a great sense of humour:D

So she doesn't mind about all those inappropriate sexual remarks you made to some of the female forum members. :confused: :eek: :D

I hope for you sake she still has a sense of humor after reading this post.







joking of course... :)

[beast69]

So she doesn't mind about all those inappropriate sexual remarks you made to some of the female forum members.

I hope for you sake she still has a sense of humor after reading this post.







joking of course... :)

**AEN with proverbial gun to my head** "Praise INtraXcell or....":D

nah...dont need you to put words in my mouth to make me tell everyone that I love this product:D:cool:

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**AEN with proverbial gun to my head** "Praise INtraXcell or....":D

nah...dont need you to put words in my mouth to make me tell everyone that I love this product:D:cool:

Nice vocab, apparently you haven't dropped many of those stones you pick up on your head, as I originally presumed. :eek: :D


Seriously though, thank you for the kind words about our products, we appreciate your honest feedback.:)

[beast69]

Monday, Oct. 16 - Push

Workout:

Push-press - 160x2, 160x2, 175x2, 185x2, 185x2
-was mostly just trying to find a bench-mark of where to start off on this exercise weight-wise, as I haven't done it for a while

Incline DB press - 90'sx4, 90'sx4, 90'sx4

Close-grip Bench - 185x8, 185x8, 185x8


Notes

Felt pretty crappy all day. I've mostly been irritable, headachey, and lethargic. I was in a bad mood, and decided that a workout would cheer me up. It's no squat/deadlift workout, but it served it's purpose:D. This bad day has nothing to do with IntraXcell/SteelEdge, for the record.

Overall, my workout went surprisingly well. Incline DB's and CG bench are still going up, and I predict that my push-press will increase relatively quickly for the first bit.

In terms of IntraXcell/SteelEdge...I'm still recieving great focus and some energy from SteelEdge, while IntraXcell seems to be helping with my anaerobic endurance (see medley video:D), as well as aidiing in my strength gains.

And don't worry Sebastian, those farmer's holds will be taking place On my pulling day, which should be on wednesday:cool:

[beast69]

Nice vocab, apparently you haven't dropped many of those stones you pick up on your head, as I originally presumed.


Seriously though, thank you for the kind words about our products, we appreciate your honest feedback.:)

HAH! Just wait until I actually CAN get my stones overhead! Although i may be reluctant to make that public...don't want too many people taking advantage of me...like making me strut my stuff in spandex and a bandana without proper pay.

ah well....I guess it's better than a thong and a bow-tie....wait...did i say that?:eek:

have a nice day:cool:

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Monday, Oct. 16 - Push

Workout:

Incline DB press - 90'sx4, 90'sx4, 90'sx4

Notes


trash bro......your lifting serious weight for DB Incline.....good stuff!

[beast69]

trash bro......your lifting serious weight for DB Incline.....good stuff!

hah! thanks for the encouragement. keep in mind it's a low incline though...:cool:

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Monday, Oct. 16 - Push

Workout:

Push-press - 160x2, 160x2, 175x2, 185x2, 185x2
-was mostly just trying to find a bench-mark of where to start off on this exercise weight-wise, as I haven't done it for a while

Incline DB press - 90'sx4, 90'sx4, 90'sx4

Close-grip Bench - 185x8, 185x8, 185x8


Notes

Felt pretty crappy all day. I've mostly been irritable, headachey, and lethargic. I was in a bad mood, and decided that a workout would cheer me up. It's no squat/deadlift workout, but it served it's purpose:D. This bad day has nothing to do with IntraXcell/SteelEdge, for the record.

Overall, my workout went surprisingly well. Incline DB's and CG bench are still going up, and I predict that my push-press will increase relatively quickly for the first bit.

In terms of IntraXcell/SteelEdge...I'm still recieving great focus and some energy from SteelEdge, while IntraXcell seems to be helping with my anaerobic endurance (see medley video:D), as well as aidiing in my strength gains.

And don't worry Sebastian, those farmer's holds will be taking place On my pulling day, which should be on wednesday:cool:


Great, looking forward to hearing about those holds, them and the farmers walks, interest me the most.

Thanks for the updates, sorry to hear you "one of those days" but it still sounded like you had a fairly decent workout.

[beast69]

Great, looking forward to hearing about those holds, them and the farmers walks, interest me the most.

Thanks for the updates, sorry to hear you "one of those days" but it still sounded like you had a fairly decent workout.

Well, I have both bad and good news. My workout will explain:p


Wednesday, Oct. 18 - Pull

Workout:

Deadlift - 405x3, 405x3
-I was feeling really good after these first two sets, and 3x3 was feeling stale, so i decided to try for a new PR!

Deadlift - 415x1 (tied old PR!), 425x1 (10lb PR!!), 435x1(20lb PR!!! felt damn hard!), 450x1 (HUGE!! 35lb PR!!!!)

Bent-Over BB row - 175x8, 175x8, 175x8

Pullups - BW+15x4, BW+15x3, BW+15x2
-Not my best, but still felt good after previous efforts:D

Farmer's holds - 1.5"diameter handles - 420x10secs, 460x10secs, 500x20secs, 500x20secs


Notes


Good News:
Deadlifts were awesome today! HUGE PR!!! And I even have video to prove it! I was originally going to wait another week or two to max on deadlifts, but I haven't felt this pumped up for a workout for some time, so I figured I'd better sieze the day...It was a very good choice. I figured I'd be good for about 425-435...especially with how hard 435 felt...but I had to be sure, and so I bumped it up to 450, and gave it everything I had. I'll put it in a short video just in case anyone's interested

Bad News:
forgot I was doing farmers holds today until AFTER I set a PR deadlift. I feel i would have definately beat my old time had my back not been as fatigued from my workout. I think I'll be throwing them in with my events this weekend AFTER I take the same for a walk:cool:

Overall, AWESOME workout. Looking forward events this weekend:cool:

[beast69]

Oh...I just dropped by the new site. Looking very spiffy:cool:.

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Well, I have both bad and good news. My workout will explain:p


Wednesday, Oct. 18 - Pull

Workout:

Deadlift - 405x3, 405x3
-I was feeling really good after these first two sets, and 3x3 was feeling stale, so i decided to try for a new PR!

Deadlift - 415x1 (tied old PR!), 425x1 (10lb PR!!), 435x1(20lb PR!!! felt damn hard!), 450x1 (HUGE!! 35lb PR!!!!)

Bent-Over BB row - 175x8, 175x8, 175x8

Pullups - BW+15x4, BW+15x3, BW+15x2
-Not my best, but still felt good after previous efforts:D

Farmer's holds - 1.5"diameter handles - 420x10secs, 460x10secs, 500x20secs, 500x20secs


Notes


Good News:
Deadlifts were awesome today! HUGE PR!!! And I even have video to prove it! I was originally going to wait another week or two to max on deadlifts, but I haven't felt this pumped up for a workout for some time, so I figured I'd better sieze the day...It was a very good choice. I figured I'd be good for about 425-435...especially with how hard 435 felt...but I had to be sure, and so I bumped it up to 450, and gave it everything I had. I'll put it in a short video just in case anyone's interested

Bad News:
forgot I was doing farmers holds today until AFTER I set a PR deadlift. I feel i would have definately beat my old time had my back not been as fatigued from my workout. I think I'll be throwing them in with my events this weekend AFTER I take the same for a walk:cool:

Overall, AWESOME workout. Looking forward events this weekend:cool:


Congratulations on the PR for your dead lift, very impressive. :cool:

Understandable on the farmers holds after getting a PR on your dealifts, hopefully next time, when your back isn't so fatigued. Probably a good idea to not push it if you know your back is trashed. :)

Thanks for the updates!

[beast69]

Congratulations on the PR for your dead lift, very impressive. :cool:

Understandable on the farmers holds after getting a PR on your dealifts, hopefully next time, when your back isn't so fatigued. Probably a good idea to not push it if you know your back is trashed. :)

Thanks for the updates!

my thoughts exactly. They'll be in on my next event day, no exceptions:cool:

[beast69]

Here's a Picture captured from the video of my earlier 450lb deadlift. Unfortunately, the video is too dark, so until I can find a way to change the brightness on the entire movie, this will have to suffice:(:cool:

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Here's a Picture captured from the video of my earlier 450lb deadlift. Unfortunately, the video is too dark, so until I can find a way to change the brightness on the entire movie, this will have to suffice:(:cool:


Cool pic, what are your thoughts on how the belt effects your biomechanics when performing deadlifts, I never felt right using the belts for them.

[beast69]

Cool pic, what are your thoughts on how the belt effects your biomechanics when performing deadlifts, I never felt right using the belts for them.

Personally...it doesn't SEEM to affect my biomechanics at all. However, I don't wear it super-tight like some people do. Instead, I wear it relatively tight, but loose enough that I can forcefully push my stomach into it (same idea as I do for squats, only worn tighter for deadlifts).I'm trying to get used to it though, as I would like to learn how to use it properly though so that I CAN use it if i need to on some max effort lifts in the future.

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Personally...it doesn't SEEM to affect my biomechanics at all. However, I don't wear it super-tight like some people do. Instead, I wear it relatively tight, but loose enough that I can forcefully push my stomach into it (same idea as I do for squats, only worn tighter for deadlifts).I'm trying to get used to it though, as I would like to learn how to use it properly though so that I CAN use it if i need to on some max effort lifts in the future.

Yes, I've tried that too and it felt better just never quite right. Any other times I may use it, heavy squats ect, I never had any problems, just the deadlifts.

I do see them as a valuable tool though if used correctly and you don't become dependant on it.

[beast69]

Yes, I've tried that too and it felt better just never quite right. Any other times I may use it, heavy squats ect, I never had any problems, just the deadlifts.

I do see them as a valuable tool though if used correctly and you don't become dependant on it.

exactly. Dependency is something that should be avoided. That's why I don't generally wear it for any of my sets leading up to my working sets, Only on the heaviest ones:cool:

Excellent core strength is something I am striving for.

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Yes, I've tried that too and it felt better just never quite right. Any other times I may use it, heavy squats ect, I never had any problems, just the deadlifts.

I do see them as a valuable tool though if used correctly and you don't become dependant on it.

I agree, I also use a belt when I go heavy on squats or deads, but not on the warm-up, or light working sets....just sets that I struggle to get 3-6 reps.....I just dont want to risk throwing my back out, and be out of the gym for months!

Great log Beast.....still following along!.......

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exactly. Dependency is something that should be avoided. That's why I don't generally wear it for any of my sets leading up to my working sets, Only on the heaviest ones:cool:

Excellent core strength is something I am striving for.

So do you do any specific core work outside of your major movements/exercises??

[beast69]

Thursday, Oct. 19 - Push

Workout:

Push-press - 160x3, 160x3, 160x3
-Started at 80% of 1RM, will increase 5lbs per push workout

Incline DB Press - 90'sx5, 90'sx4, 90'sx4
-extra rep on first set

CG bench - 195x6, 195x6, 195x6
-still increasing weight, going to lower reps for a few workouts


Notes

Another morning workout, but felt strong as ever. Today was my last day to workout before sunday (event day), and I didn't want to work out my legs today due to my back, which is wrecked from yesterday's deadlift PR workout (wrecked in a VERY good way:D), so shoulders it was. Workout went well, and focus was nothing less than expected when using SteelEdge.

Pertaining to IntraXcell/SteelEdge...
-Focus is excellent throughout entire workout, including at the end of an intense session
-recovery time between sets is reduced
-Strength and endurance are continually rising

[beast69]

So do you do any specific core work outside of your major movements/exercises??

I do some side bends and weighted crunches occasionall. Personally, I feel that some of the best things for the core, aside from the squat and deadlift, are many strongman events, such as yoke, farmer's carry, stones, etc. All require tremendous core stability, especially on heavier weights. At least thaqt's how I feel about it:cool:

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Thursday, Oct. 19 - Push

Workout:

Push-press - 160x3, 160x3, 160x3
-Started at 80% of 1RM, will increase 5lbs per push workout

Incline DB Press - 90'sx5, 90'sx4, 90'sx4
-extra rep on first set

CG bench - 195x6, 195x6, 195x6
-still increasing weight, going to lower reps for a few workouts


Notes

Another morning workout, but felt strong as ever. Today was my last day to workout before sunday (event day), and I didn't want to work out my legs today due to my back, which is wrecked from yesterday's deadlift PR workout (wrecked in a VERY good way:D), so shoulders it was. Workout went well, and focus was nothing less than expected when using SteelEdge.

Pertaining to IntraXcell/SteelEdge...
-Focus is excellent throughout entire workout, including at the end of an intense session
-recovery time between sets is reduced
-Strength and endurance are continually rising


Awesome feedback as always. :cool:

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I do some side bends and weighted crunches occasionall. Personally, I feel that some of the best things for the core, aside from the squat and deadlift, are many strongman events, such as yoke, farmer's carry, stones, etc. All require tremendous core stability, especially on heavier weights. At least thaqt's how I feel about it:cool:

Yes absolutely, your core has no choice but to get stronger doing those strongman movements. :cool:

[beast69]

Saturday, Oct. 21 - Legs/events

Workout:

-Squats - 350x3, 350x3, 350x3

-Farmer's holds - 320x10s, 400x10s, 440x10s, 480x10s, 500x~53s (beat old pr by 10 seconds!)

chain-yoke walks - 300x15ft, 360x15ft, 400x15ft, 460x15ft, 510x15ft, 550x3ft (rolled off my back:mad: ), 550x15ft


Notes

Workout felt strong today. It didn't feel as good as some, but still pretty damn good. I think sebastian will be happy to know that I set a 10 second PR on farmer's holds, with video to prove it;).

Until next time...:cool:

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Saturday, Oct. 21 - Legs/events

Workout:

-Squats - 350x3, 350x3, 350x3

-Farmer's holds - 320x10s, 400x10s, 440x10s, 480x10s, 500x~53s (beat old pr by 10 seconds!)

chain-yoke walks - 300x15ft, 360x15ft, 400x15ft, 460x15ft, 510x15ft, 550x3ft (rolled off my back:mad: ), 550x15ft


Notes

Workout felt strong today. It didn't feel as good as some, but still pretty damn good. I think sebastian will be happy to know that I set a 10 second PR on farmer's holds, with video to prove it;).

Until next time...:cool:

Yes, that is awesome PR on farmers hold, not surprised but happy non the less.. :D :cool:

Looking forward to another video, no G&R this time though.maybe a little system of a down or some Tool. :)

[beast69]

Yes, that is awesome PR on farmers hold, not surprised but happy non the less.. :D :cool:

Looking forward to another video, no G&R this time though.maybe a little system of a down or some Tool. :)

hah...not a fan, eh?:p I merely wanted something different than the music I normally put my videos to:cool:

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hah...not a fan, eh?:p I merely wanted something different than the music I normally put my videos to:cool:

Oh no, I am a fun of G&R, but having some nice harder metal, really adds to the intensity of your videos, like your first one :)

It was very cool none the less.

BTW, I see you got the new avatar up with the stone on your shoulder while posing.niiiice!

[beast69]

Oh no, I am a fun of G&R, but having some nice harder metal, really adds to the intensity of your videos, like your first one :)

It was very cool none the less.

BTW, I see you got the new avatar up with the stone on your shoulder while posing.niiiice!

I was wondering how long it would take you to notice:cool:

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I was wondering how long it would take you to notice:cool:


Yeah, maybe I should have my eyes checked :o

I saw the new avatar but didn't really notice the stone as it sort of blends into the background. Once I clicked on it and saw it at the slightly size, I could easily see the stone. And now when I look at it, I'm not sure how I missed it before...I apologize,please forgive me, no hard feelings ok :( ;)

[beast69]

Monday, Oct. 23 - push

Workout

Push Press - 165x3, 165x3, 165x3

Incline DB press - 90'sx5, 90'sx5, 90'sx5

CG bench - 200x6, 200x6, 200x6

Notes

still feeling very strong. CG bench felt VERY easy...for what reason, I'm not sure. Overall, great workout.

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Monday, Oct. 23 - push

Workout

Push Press - 165x3, 165x3, 165x3

Incline DB press - 90'sx5, 90'sx5, 90'sx5

CG bench - 200x6, 200x6, 200x6

Notes

still feeling very strong. CG bench felt VERY easy...for what reason, I'm not sure. Overall, great workout.

Nice workout man......have you weighed yourself lately? Are you up or down since starting this log?

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Monday, Oct. 23 - push

Workout

Push Press - 165x3, 165x3, 165x3

Incline DB press - 90'sx5, 90'sx5, 90'sx5

CG bench - 200x6, 200x6, 200x6

Notes

still feeling very strong. CG bench felt VERY easy...for what reason, I'm not sure. Overall, great workout.


Check it out beast!


Interview with Olympic hopeful Michael James!


http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=940107

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Monday, Oct. 23 - push

Workout

Push Press - 165x3, 165x3, 165x3

Incline DB press - 90'sx5, 90'sx5, 90'sx5

CG bench - 200x6, 200x6, 200x6

Notes

still feeling very strong. CG bench felt VERY easy...for what reason, I'm not sure. Overall, great workout.

Beast, any updates, I know you are close to the end of your log.

[beast69]

Beast, any updates, I know you are close to the end of your log.

yup....it's actually been about 20 minutes since I took my pre-workout SteelEdge.....So I must be off for now:cool:

[beast69]

Thursday, Oct. 26 - Pull

Workout:

Deadlift(~80% of new 1RM) - 365x2, 365x2, 365x2, 365x2, 365x2
-Done with 1 minute rest between sets...killer:cool:

Powercleans(~80% of 1RM) - 165x2, 165x2, 165x2, 165x2, 165x2
-Also done with 1 minute rest between sets

Powercleans (as explosive as possible) - 135x10singles
-Done with 10-15 seconds of rest between sets...harder than expected :D

BB rows - 185x6, 185x6, 185x6, 185x6

Weighted Crunches - 25x12, 35x10, 35x10, 35x10


Notes

Been feeling a little under the weather the past couple days...my sinuses are plugged up...but nothing to prevent me from getting in a great workout. I decided to go with slightly lighter weights for the most part with low reps, as well as low recovery time between sets. I simply wasn't feeling up to lifting at my absolute max. Regardless, my workout went better than expected. It pretty much felt like a long, anaerobically based cardio session. I think I may keep my pulling days like this mostly for the conditioning, as well as focusing more on my powerclean now that my deadlift is moving again:D

[solarize]

Thanks for the solid update. HOpe the sinus thing clear up, they can be nasty if they stick around.

[beast69]

Friday, Oct. 27 - push

Workout:

push Press - 170x3, 170x3, 170x3

Incline DB press - 90'sx5, 90'sx5, 90'sx5

CG bench - 205x6, 205x6, 205x6


Notes

Another very good workout. I'm very glad to have SteelEdge to help me focus during morning workouts, especially during a rough week such as this. I'm still getting stronger, which is awesome:D

My final workout log will come on sunday, as i seem to have an extra day's worth of IntraXcell (missed a day perhaps:confused: ). Because of this, my final day will also be an event day. Any requests for events? As I will be taking videos as usual :cool:

Until sunday...

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Friday, Oct. 27 - push

Workout:

push Press - 170x3, 170x3, 170x3

Incline DB press - 90'sx5, 90'sx5, 90'sx5

CG bench - 205x6, 205x6, 205x6


Notes

Another very good workout. I'm very glad to have SteelEdge to help me focus during morning workouts, especially during a rough week such as this. I'm still getting stronger, which is awesome:D

My final workout log will come on sunday, as i seem to have an extra day's worth of IntraXcell (missed a day perhaps:confused: ). Because of this, my final day will also be an event day. Any requests for events? As I will be taking videos as usual :cool:

Until sunday...


SteelEdge without a doubt constantly keeps my intensity and focus high no matter how tired I am. It is a far different feeling that any other product I have taken and certainly is different from a typical high stim product.

I am happy both products are still working well for you.

I have a request for your final event day. How about harnessing up and pulling a car/truck... :)

Looking forward to your sunday updates!

[beast69]

I have some bad news for the end of my log. It appears that me being sick the other day was just the beginning. I got hit hard...I could barely move most of the weekend. I unfortunately could in no way manage a workout, let alone a full out event day. I will still be providing final updates of course(will be coming later today), but i think they may be a tiny bit skewed due to the fact that I haven't been able to eat much over the past couple of days. If anyone wants, I can provide measurements and whatnot a few days from now in addition to the ones i will be posting tonight, after i get back to eating properly.

My apologies...this couldn't have happened at a worse time.

Until tonight...:cool:

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I have some bad news for the end of my log. It appears that me being sick the other day was just the beginning. I got hit hard...I could barely move most of the weekend. I unfortunately could in no way manage a workout, let alone a full out event day. I will still be providing final updates of course(will be coming later today), but i think they may be a tiny bit skewed due to the fact that I haven't been able to eat much over the past couple of days. If anyone wants, I can provide measurements and whatnot a few days from now in addition to the ones i will be posting tonight, after i get back to eating properly.

My apologies...this couldn't have happened at a worse time.

Until tonight...:cool:

Don't worry about it, you logged until day 27, close enough, don't stress it Beast. I think the readers got a very good idea that IntraXCell/SteelEdge helped you improve your performance and set a PR on the farmers holds..ect.The video's were an awesome touch, thank your for putting in the effort. The whole log was thorough and detailed and we really couldn't have asked for more...of course minus the G&R song in the second video..;)

Had you not used that song, I may have rated this thread 5 stars!!!!. Instead I can only give you three.:D


When you are feeling well again,please do post in a few measurements.

Until then, The Beast must rest! :cool:

[darkfurby666]

I'm training for strongman as well beast. I plan on being the World's Strongest Man, so I hope we compete one day. Sebastian sent your video to me. Looking strong man. Keep up the hard work.

[beast69]

I'm training for strongman as well beast. I plan on being the World's Strongest Man, so I hope we compete one day. Sebastian sent your video to me. Looking strong man. Keep up the hard work.

I didn't even know that video was still going around! Thanks for the kind words, and you had better believe that I'm still training hard :cool:

how long have you been training for?

[darkfurby666]

Your welcome. I've been training consistently for around 4 years. I'm just now getting to where I've got the money to buy up implements.

[beast69]

Your welcome. I've been training consistently for around 4 years. I'm just now getting to where I've got the money to buy up implements.

awesome stuff
keep in mind that some implements can be made for a much cheaper price than buying online. What are you planning on buying? I may be able to dig up some instructions on some DIY implements if you're interested

[darkfurby666]

Well, my friend and I are working on a wooden log. I'm probably going to buy farmers walk for $90, a keg, and a yoke...and I might still buy a metal log. I go to ontariostrongman.com for instructions on building some stuff, but if you know any better sights let me know bro. Thanks a lot.

[darkfurby666]

*sights*...sites I mean, where is my head at?

[beast69]

Well, my friend and I are working on a wooden log. I'm probably going to buy farmers walk for $90, a keg, and a yoke...and I might still buy a metal log. I go to ontariostrongman.com for instructions on building some stuff, but if you know any better sights let me know bro. Thanks a lot.

heh...that's actually the site I was going to pull the instructions from :p

Out of curiosity, where are you getting your farmers walk handles from? I got mine from a local welder/competitor.

And If you have an axle, it makes a great cross-beam for a chain-yoke. All you need is a set of chains, 2 loading pins, and a way to fasten them to either end of the axle. It's a killer on the core too :cool:

[darkfurby666]

pit bull strongman equipment. Their pretty cheap.

[beast69]

pit bull strongman equipment. Their pretty cheap.

and a good name too. good choice. Jesse Marunde talked very highly of their equipment, as do many others :cool:

[darkfurby666]

Marunde, definitely my favorite Strongman Competitor. And that's where I found out about it.

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Glad you two got in touch. I told you beast I would keep the video circulating! We have it on our website still :)

When you are famous, please sign and send me a bottle of IntraXCell.:p