GNC Beyond Raw: RE-FORGE and REFINE

[Larryeat2]

Starting my log for GNC's Beyond Raw: Re-Forge and Refine products. I've recieved a 30 days supply of each product and ill be updating my log 2-3 times a weeks to keep track on everthing. Here are my starting stats and workout.

STARTING STATS:
Weight: 215 lbs
Bodyfat: 26.5 %
Waist: 38.3"
Thighs: 25"
Calves: 14.6"
Chest: 40.2"
Forearms: 12"
Arms: 14.9"
Shoulders: 50.1"
Hips: 42.5"
Bench Press 1RM: 152 lbs
Squat 1RM: 214 lbs
Deadlift 1RM: 323 lbs
Barbell Curl 1RM: 73 lbs

WORKOUT SCHEDULE:

Monday-LEGS
Leg Extension 2x6
Wide Front Squats 3x12
Narrow Front Squats 3x12
Romanian Deadlift 4x10
Walking Dumbbell Lunges 2x10
Calf Press Drop Set xFailure

Tuesday-CHEST
Push Ups 2x15
Dumbbell Bench Press 3x12
Incline Bench Press 4x8
Cable Cross Over 6x12
Dips 3x10
Push Ups xFailure
Abs 3x15
- Cable Crunch
- Cable Side Bend
- Leg Raises

Wednesday-BACK
Pull Ups 2x12
Dumbbell Row 3x10
Wide Lat Pull Down 3x10
T-Bar Cable Row 3x8
Cobra Lat Pull 3x12
Dumbbell Middle Back Shrug 3x10
Hyperextension 3x15
Single Calf Press 3x8


Thursday-SHOULDERS
Dumbbell Side Raise 3x10
Dumbbell Front Raise 3x10
Arnold Dumbbell Press 4x8
Barbell Shrug 3x10
Dumbbell Rear Delt Fly 3x12
Dumbbell Shrug 3x12
Dumbbell 6 Ways Drop Set xFailure
Abs 3x15
- Jackknife Sit Up w/ Exercise Ball

Friday-ARMS
Push Ups 2x15
Skull Crushers 3x8
Hammer Curl 3x10
Over Head Tricep Rope Extension 3x12
One Arm Preacher Curl 3x10
Tricep Rope Pulldown 3x15
EZ- Bar Curl Drop Set x Failure
Forearm Rope Curl x3

[Larryeat2]

So I pulled my hamstring and couldnt complete my leg workout. Got through the first 3 sets of squats before I had to switch to leg press. As far as the effects of Re-Forge and Refine go I didnt notice anything. By the end of the week once its builds up in my system, I should start to feel something.

[Larryeat2]

Its been 4 days since I started taking GNC's Beyond Raw: Re-Forge and Refine. The good news is that Im getting through my workouts in less time, and dont feel as sore the next day. The bad news is that im having these really vivid nightmares, when I normally dont. But I like horror movies so its like I get to star in one every night lol.

[amramirez8800]

My friend is currently taking BR Ravage and is getting some pretty solid pumps which surprised me because I haven't heard much about this line. Have you taken anything you can compare these products to?

[Larryeat2]

My friend is currently taking BR Ravage and is getting some pretty solid pumps which surprised me because I haven't heard much about this line. Have you taken anything you can compare these products to?

I would compare the pump I get to USP Labs's Jack3D. I get the same muscle pump, but the energy boost isn't as strong.

[liiightweight]

thats interesting i was going to pick up these products today at gnc but decided to restock on jack3d instead. look forward to seeing how these work out for you, GNC Re-Forge in particular interested me but upon reading the ingredients I wasn't sure if it was worth it. Couldn't find any reviews on it either I guess because its a new line but ya good luck let us know how things transpire

[Larryeat2]

Taking GNC's Beyond Raw: Refine on an empty stomach is not a good idea. The last two days I took it without eating and I felt nauseous. I usually take Refine with a glass of milk or some peanut butter crackers and feel fine.

[Christf]

I've been wondering about the Beyond Raw line of products so I'll be watching this one

[mlmc58]

Taking GNC's Beyond Raw: Refine on an empty stomach is not a good idea. The last two days I took it without eating and I felt nauseous. I usually take Refine with a glass of milk or some peanut butter crackers and feel fine.

VERY TRUE!...always eat something!

[Larryeat2]

The "Vaso-Boost System" from RE-FORGE is finally in full effect. It took a little over two week, but now my muscles are full and firm all day and night long :-) Im still having vivid dreams, no other side effects so far. With REFINE, I have more that enough energy to complete my workout (weight traing and light cardio at the end). I take REFINE about 20 minutes before working out and it kicks in after my second exercise.

[CDEGOL5]

The "Vaso-Boost System" from RE-FORGE is finally in full effect. It took a little over two week, but now my muscles are full and firm all day and night long :-) Im still having vivid dreams, no other side effects so far. With REFINE, I have more that enough energy to complete my workout (weight traing and light cardio at the end). I take REFINE about 20 minutes before working out and it kicks in after my second exercise.

When do you take your RE-FORGE? Before bed as it is recommended?

[Larryeat2]

When do you take your RE-FORGE? Before bed as it is recommended?

Yes, I always take RE-FORGE about a hour or two before I go to bed.

[CDEGOL5]

Yes, I always take RE-FORGE about a hour or two before I go to bed.

And are you going to run something for post-cycle with reforge or is that not needed?

[Larryeat2]

And are you going to run something for post-cycle with reforge or is that not needed?

With RE-FORGE I dont think anything is needed post-cycle.

[Googs23]

r u experiencing any side effects like acne or mood swings?

[Larryeat2]

r u experiencing any side effects like acne or mood swings?

Haven't had any side effects like ance or mood sings (knock on wood). Just the vivid dreams.

[Larryeat2]

RE-FORGE claims to be "the first product of it kind specifically designed to feed rock hard muscle with a potent surge of ingredients to combat unwanted exercise-induced catabolic factor". Im hoping this statement is true because its the second week of my pre-contest diet, and want to keep as much muscle as possible. I just took my measurements and bodyfat% again so I can track my progress better.

WEIGHT- 209 lbs
BF % - 23%
ARMS - 14.5 inches
CHEST - 40.2
HIPS -41.8
WAIST - 38.1
THIGHS - 24.6
CALVES - 14.7
FOREARMS - 12
SHOULDERS - 49.7

[sirrancelot]

RE-FORGE claims to be "the first product of it kind specifically designed to feed rock hard muscle with a potent surge of ingredients to combat unwanted exercise-induced catabolic factor". Im hoping this statement is true because its the second week of my pre-contest diet, and want to keep as much muscle as possible. I just took my measurements and bodyfat% again so I can track my progress better.

WEIGHT- 209 lbs
BF % - 23%
ARMS - 14.5 inches
CHEST - 40.2
HIPS -41.8
WAIST - 38.1
THIGHS - 24.6
CALVES - 14.7
FOREARMS - 12
SHOULDERS - 49.7

Not to be rude but I hope you're not really 23% fat with those measurements because You will lose some size from arms and such, leaving You looking very, well, stick-like.. but best of luck and keep up the log

Edit: can u please post up your diet as well?

[Larryeat2]

Not to be rude but I hope you're not really 23% fat with those measurements because You will lose some size from arms and such, leaving You looking very, well, stick-like.. but best of luck and keep up the log

Edit: can u please post up your diet as well?

I took my BF% and measurements into consideration before i started cutting. I set a realistic goal of 15% BF (around 17 lbs weight loss). Im not looking to win right now, just want to get some experience and make sure this is something I want to stay dedicated too.

DIET:

1st meal 1/2cp oatmeal, 1cup Broccoli, 8oz Chicken brst

2nd meal 1cup Brown rice, 2cup lettuce, 8oz Chicken brst

3rd meal 2cup Broccoli, 8oz Tilapia

4th meal 2cup lettuce, 1cup broccoli, 8oz Tilapia

5th meal 8oz Chicken Brst and 10 spears asparagus

6th meal 8oz Tilapia, 10 spears asparagus, 12 almonds

1 gallon of water a day
No sugar at all

[SEANxALLxDAY]

I took my BF% and measurements into consideration before i started cutting. I set a realistic goal of 15% BF (around 17 lbs weight loss). Im not looking to win right now, just want to get some experience and make sure this is something I want to stay dedicated too.

DIET:

1st meal 1/2cp oatmeal, 1cup Broccoli, 8oz Chicken brst

2nd meal 1cup Brown rice, 2cup lettuce, 8oz Chicken brst

3rd meal 2cup Broccoli, 8oz Tilapia

4th meal 2cup lettuce, 1cup broccoli, 8oz Tilapia

5th meal 8oz Chicken Brst and 10 spears asparagus

6th meal 8oz Tilapia, 10 spears asparagus, 12 almonds

1 gallon of water a day
No sugar at all

what is your fat intake?

[Larryeat2]

what is your fat intake?

My fat intake is 35-45 grams a day

[SEANxALLxDAY]

My fat intake is 35-45 grams a day

bro yo need more fat in your diet just a suggestion fat = higher test levels

[ohsigmachi]

bro yo need more fat in your diet just a suggestion fat = higher test levels

this, add some peanut butter, or whole milk, or avocado in for some healthy fats. or just use a supp like Animal Omega, but you need more fat.

[Larryeat2]

bro yo need more fat in your diet just a suggestion fat = higher test levels

this, add some peanut butter, or whole milk, or avocado in for some healthy fats. or just use a supp like Animal Omega, but you need more fat.

Thanks for the advice guys! reps for you both.

[Larryeat2]

I have stopped taking the recommended 3 pills of REFINE and gone down to just 2 pills. The recommended 3 pills just gave me too much energy. I wouldn't get jittery, my heart was just beating to fast. Taking 2 pills of REFINE in the morning, before my cardio gives me enough energy to make it through my morning cardio AND evening workout, without any side effects.

[whitesox23]

VERY TRUE!...always eat something!

I felt very naucious off my sample pack of Ravage even on a fairly full stomach... Pretty good workout, but would not buy.

[SoWise]

The "Vaso-Boost System" from RE-FORGE is finally in full effect. It took a little over two week, but now my muscles are full and firm all day and night long :-) Im still having vivid dreams, no other side effects so far. With REFINE, I have more that enough energy to complete my workout (weight traing and light cardio at the end). I take REFINE about 20 minutes before working out and it kicks in after my second exercise.

The reforge is a cross between test booster and test support. The first few ingredients are ZMA which would explain vivid dreams, otherwise it could be the GABA. GABA slows nerual impulses making it like a natural ******. I take it in lieu of melatonin because its non hormonal but sometimes take them together. Other benefit of GABA is has been shown to naturally increase growth hormone and helps release fat from fat stores.

[Larryeat2]

Workout and diet with REFINE and RE-FORGE are going great. Im still pumped and energized for every workout and cardio session. So far REFORGE is doing what it claims, by providing my muscles with a "...potent surge of ingredients to combat unwanted exercise-induced catabolic factor". Week 3 into my pre-contest diet and I havent really lost any muscle size, ive actually gained in some places. Down an additional 2 lbs. and 2% bodyfat.

[Googs23]

Were u expecting to lose muscle using reforge and refine?

[Larryeat2]

Were u expecting to lose muscle using reforge and refine?

Yeah, im cutting for a competition now, so I was expecting to lose some muscle mass. But so far I havent lost any mass (knock on wood)