A Flake's Log of new Activate Xtreme and Lean Xtreme

[drxmn]

So, I was chosen to run a log of both the newest versions of Activate Xtreme and Lean Xtreme, by Driven Sports. This will be my first time with Activate Xtreme and my third with Lean Xtreme. Having run LX before, I will know what to expect for the most part, and whole-heartedly believe in it's abilities as a recomper/fat loss product. I have heard AX is great stuff, and based on the formula alone I have recommended it over many other testosterone enhancers, boosters, what have you. Designer Supplements was a great company, and now Driven Sports has taken these formulas and enhanced them. Many of the same people from the old DS that I respect have moved on to the new, and of the people online, the company is a class act.

I am very happy and excited to run this combo and have great expectations of it. I will likely try to run the full 8 weeks of AX to see what it has to offer for that length. I am really looking forward to at least, the coming month.

On to the supplements themselves:

[drxmn]

ACTIVATE XTREME

Activate Xtreme™ is the pinnacle of testosterone enhancement in the sports nutrition industry. Not only does Activate Xtreme™ rapidly increase free testosterone, it also provides total testosterone enhancement, adaptogenic support, estrogenic control, and boosts sex drive.

We begin with Divanil™, a compound tried, tested and scientifically proven to enhance free testosterone by binding to sex-hormone binding globulin (SHBG). We added Icariin, a flavonol found in epimedium extract, whose benefits include testosterone mimetic properties and an increase in serum testosterone levels. In addition, this compound can improve erection strength and works as a fantastic libido enhancer. Basella Alba, a close relative of spinach, has the power to promote testosterone production in the testes and its potent anabolic effects have been studied and shown to increase muscle mass. To provide a natural balance of healthy estrogen metabolism and counter act the negative effects of estrogen, the naturally ocurring phytochemical Indole-3-Carbinol was added to Activate Xtreme™. The product is made three-dimensional as a sexual enhancer through the inclusion of French Pine Bark extract and Zinc Aspartate. The combination of these two ingredients has been shown to be an excellent aid for erection strengthening and libido. Zinc is an important mineral required for optimal serum testosterone levels and Aspartate works as a secondary messenger in the body, stimulating the testes to produce testosterone. Lastly, Rhodiola Rosea is included for its powerful ability to combat stress and fatigue during workouts and replenish ATP reserves thereby increasing endurance and physical performance.

Through the powerful combinations of the ingredients found in Activate Xtreme™ you can expect rock hard muscle, rapid increases in strength, high levels of testosterone, estrogen control, and a strong sex drive. Activate Xtreme™ utilizes a new Extended Release Technology™ introduced by DS to ensure that these effects are felt all day long, furnishing your body with the ideal anabolic environment for building mass. Activate Xtreme™ is the future of testosterone optimization.

[drxmn]

LEAN XTREME

Simply put, Lean Xtreme™ is the best non-stimulant based fat burner ever made. That is a lofty claim, we know; but we also believe it’s true. Lean Xtreme™ targets multiple pathways to assist fat loss while lowering cortisol, maintaining muscle tone and optimizing the body’s immune function in order to promote the ideal fat burning, muscle sparing environment. That’s a mouthful, so let us explain how it works and get a little technical.

Cortisol, the stress hormone, alters the way your body stores fat, essentially increasing levels of what is known as visceral adipose tissue (VAT) or in layman’s terms, the solid belly fat that plagues most human beings. VAT is very difficult to lose when cortisol levels remain excessive. The weight loss issue is further compounded by cortisol’s effect on the thyroid gland.

Thyroid output is directly correlated with metabolic rate and weight loss, governing both muscle building (via protein synthesis) and fat burning. High stress levels from increased cortisol levels can exhaust the adrenals and negatively impact the release of thyroid hormones T3 and T4. Cortisol also has a prominent impact on appetite, affects bone density, suppresses the immune system and negatively affects cognitive performance such as memory and quick thinking. To summarize, too much cortisol can be very damaging to your body.

Lean Xtreme™ utilizes 7-OH™, Phosphatidylserine and 5-AT™ to control cortisol, enhance thyroid and lower stress levels by influencing cytokines responsible for inflammation and cortisol signaling. Lean Xtreme™ also includes Forskolin to improve body composition and signal optimal testosterone levels. A high potency Green Tea Extract (EGCG) is added for the wide array of health benefits, including its amazing ability to further advance the immune system, boost fat loss and prevent future fat gains. Through the use of DS’ new Extended Release Technology™, Lean Xtreme™ provides a consistent release of its ingredients to allow for constant cortisol control and fat loss.

When you diet, your body fights to hold onto as much body fat as it can, making your efforts at weight loss extremely difficult. At the other end of the spectrum, when bulking, your body is more than happy to take on extra body fat in preparation for future diets. The new and improved Lean Xtreme™ prepares for the potential issues that arise during both of these times and is therefore an excellent tool for dieting and lean bulking. In both instances, Lean Xtreme™ is a necessary ingredient for successful body recomposition, making it one of the most versatile and effective products on the market.

[drxmn]

In the BodyBuilding.com store:

Activate Xtreme: http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/dr...atextreme.html

Lean Xtreme: http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/dr...eanxtreme.html

[drxmn]

Oh and I am not going to actually flake out on this.

I will post feelings, thoughts, dosages, timing, etc regularly. I will post the total changes at the end of the log and probably give random updates.

Funny timing, I am getting a haircut tomorrow so I can see if i will get the extra hair growth Haiz gets while on AX.

[gainweightnow]

subbed.
Good start. Hopefully it will help you add on some weight to your 1lb frame

[haiz69]

NICE!

Hair growth FTW. Its kind of a pain though, as I have to shave it for my internship.

[Big_Tom(tk)]

NICE!

Hair growth FTW. Its kind of a pain though, as I have to shave it for my internship.

This ^^

I think Uhockey mentioned that there is a week cut off from his normal time between haircuts as well.

Oh yeah, Im In..

[drxmn]

subbed.
Good start. Hopefully it will help you add on some weight to your 1lb frame

Yeah I hope to double my weight with AX then cut the fat with LX

NICE!

Hair growth FTW. Its kind of a pain though, as I have to shave it for my internship.

better a shaved head than what I have

ah well, we will see how I am affected

This ^^

I think Uhockey mentioned that there is a week cut off from his normal time between haircuts as well.

Oh yeah, Im In..

good to see you here man.

I know my nails grow annoyingly fast so hopefully it wont make me need another haircut in 2 weeks


I took my first dose of LX and AX this morning, the LX immediately upon getting up and the AX with oatmeal. Interesting flavor to the AX burps, but not bad like some supps (cissus, etc)

[nni]

flakey

[msauka]

Good luck and don't forget to shave regularly

[drxmn]

flakey

damn new yorkers

Good luck and don't forget to shave regularly

ah yes, shaving. I try to keep a short stubble, otherwise people will think I am YEARS younger than I am. Thanks for comin in!

[Sldge]

Im in.

[Big_Tom(tk)]

Yeah I hope to double my weight with AX then cut the fat with LX



better a shaved head than what I have

ah well, we will see how I am affected


good to see you here man.

I know my nails grow annoyingly fast so hopefully it wont make me need another haircut in 2 weeks


I took my first dose of LX and AX this morning, the LX immediately upon getting up and the AX with oatmeal. Interesting flavor to the AX burps, but not bad like some supps (cissus, etc)

Sometimes I can avoid these if I take em with food, but other times the burps are nasty as ever. LoL

[drxmn]

Im in.

excellent

Sometimes I can avoid these if I take em with food, but other times the burps are nasty as ever. LoL

Kind of tasted like fruity soy sauce...not too nasty but really threw me off

[Sldge]

I usually take it with a shake for the first dose (ie. Intrapro or a mix of Intrapro and Myofusion works great).

[drxmn]

I usually take it with a shake for the first dose (ie. Intrapro or a mix of Intrapro and Myofusion works great).

ah, i will give that a shot. The next AX dose is coming up at 7 pm.

[uhockey]

lol at the title. On board.

[drxmn]

lol at the title. On board.

haha, yeah. I figured I would run with nni's idea

I took the second dose with a carb load meal, and still got the odd tasting burps. Not unpleasant though.

Ill get back in the gym monday night.

[-NB-]

haha, yeah. I figured I would run with nni's idea

I took the second dose with a carb load meal, and still got the odd tasting burps. Not unpleasant though.

Ill get back in the gym monday night.

Nice!

I'm on board man! Good luck, hope it works as well for you as its working for me!!

[uhockey]

No idea what the odd gas is all about -- Divanil tastes awful, but I get no reflux from it.

[drxmn]

No idea what the odd gas is all about -- Divanil tastes awful, but I get no reflux from it.

Well it seems to be consistant...maybe I just need to drink more water with it.

I went to bed last night with a horrible headache, and woke up with the same headache. It felt like someone hit me in the forehead with a bat. I dont think it has anything to do with the supps but it sure was a bitch to wake up to. That, and the cost of my Genomics Lab class just keeps on going up and up with the supplies I need and the homework with it.

[drxmn]

I havent updated because I havent been to the gym and have been overwhelmed lately. My Genomics Lab class is kicking my ass, in work, thought, and money. Something gets me thinking and I have to learn about it until I understand it.

Anyway, I finally made it to the gym today. I like to go at night because usually theres no one there but the fatties and others like me. Tonight must have been gay night or something, but whatever. It was chest day, and I felt pretty damn good. I dont know if this is the AX kicking in this soon, but whatever. I felt stronger for much longer this time. My usual weight that I put up on DB inlcine press was instead of being good for 8 reps, was good for 12. My joints are getting achy but I doubt thats the LX...probably another cause. I think this because of all the others, I dont recall any notable dryness in any of my joints. I do appear to be getting leaner though, which is always encouraging. LX never fails!

I cant wait to see what its like with tennis.

[Sldge]

I havent updated because I havent been to the gym and have been overwhelmed lately. My Genomics Lab class is kicking my ass, in work, thought, and money. Something gets me thinking and I have to learn about it until I understand it.

Anyway, I finally made it to the gym today. I like to go at night because usually theres no one there but the fatties and others like me. Tonight must have been gay night or something, but whatever. It was chest day, and I felt pretty damn good. I dont know if this is the AX kicking in this soon, but whatever. I felt stronger for much longer this time. My usual weight that I put up on DB inlcine press was instead of being good for 8 reps, was good for 12. My joints are getting achy but I doubt thats the LX...probably another cause. I think this because of all the others, I dont recall any notable dryness in any of my joints. I do appear to be getting leaner though, which is always encouraging. LX never fails!

I cant wait to see what its like with tennis.

How often do you play tennis?

[drxmn]

How often do you play tennis?

Not nearly enough. I have to get back into regular tournaments but its been pretty dry lately.

[drxmn]

I had to do legs and back at the same time today. I felt awesome. I re-discovered t-bar rows and they are now my favorite back exercise. I seem to be getting a tightening effect on my waist which is sweet. I cant wait to have AX and LX get to the total effects.

I might be burned out on stims because I am constantly lethargic.

[haiz69]

I hear you on the stims...I've begun cycling off them for 4 or so weeks. Hard at first, but it really makes a difference.

[uhockey]

NICE!

Hair growth FTW. Its kind of a pain though, as I have to shave it for my internship.

The hair issue truly interests me in that a high level of dht is usually negatively correlated with hair growth. While correlation certainly does not equal causation, this is intriguing that if ActX is raising free test it is still significantly controlling converstion to dht.

[drxmn]

Well I turn 21 tomorrow

I am starting to see more and more tightening espepecially around my lower abs. Maybe too early to tell, but I feel like I am getting a good libido boost from the AX.

[haiz69]

Well I turn 21 tomorrow

I am starting to see more and more tightening espepecially around my lower abs. Maybe too early to tell, but I feel like I am getting a good libido boost from the AX.

Happy Birthday man!