40-Yard's Designer Supplements NHA Stack Log

[40-Yard Dash_2]

Hey everyone, I hope all is well. I will be doing a 30 day review on Designer Supplements NHA Stack. This stack will consist of Activate (Beta), Rebound XT, and Lean Extreme. I am very excited and looking forward to seeing what happens throughout the duration of this log. I hope everyone enjoys the review. Please feel free to ask any questions or make suggestions.


Current Stats:

Age: 24
Sex: Male
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 164
Body Type: Endomorph


Weightlifting and Cardio Routine

- Thursday (Shoulders, Tri's, Traps)
- Friday (Cardio)
- Saturday (Back and Biceps)
- Sunday (Legs)
- Monday (Chest)
- Tuesday (Cardio)
- Wednesday (Repeat)


Nutrition

Weightlifting Days
Calories- 3245
Fat- 105g (29%)
Carbs- 310g (41%)
Protein- 225g (30%)

Non-lifting Days
Calories- 2718
Fat- 90g (30%)
Carbs- 280g (41%)
Protein- 197g (29%)


Goals

My goal is to gain anywhere between 4-6 pounds in the 30 day timeframe without the sacrifice of adding excessive body fat in the process. If this occurs, then strength gains should undoubtedly follow, which obviously would be great. I'll adjust my diet in either direction if necessary. I took before pics yesterday, so I will post those together with the after pictures.


Other Product Reviews/Logs I Have Completed:

Retain Stand Alone Log
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=588052

Red Acid Log
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=620590

LipidFx Log
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=645044

Xplode Reload Log
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...=672623&page=7

Focus XT Review
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=665857

[40-Yard Dash_2]

Assists Your Body In Making The Most From Your Testosterone!

ActivaTe, the brand new muscle enhancing product by Designer Supplements, utilises the natural lignan, Divanil, found in stinging nettle root, to assist you in making the most from your own body's testosterone in order to build muscle mass and reduce body fat. Your body maintains tight control over its own pool of testosterone, allowing some to be active ("free"), while leaving the rest inactive ("bound"). Regardless of the actual amount of total testosterone floating around your body at any one time, this figure could be theoretically doubled or trebled without any significant effect on muscle growth or fat loss; the body would tightly regulate it, only allowing some of it to be active to exert its beneficial effects (or detrimental effects if overused or abused). The rest would remain bound and ineffective for our purposes.

The way your body controls testosterone is through a protein called Sex-Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG). This can render upwards of 50% or more of your testosterone pool unable to exert its muscle building effects by attaching to the androgen receptor of the cell. It is through testosterone-to-androgen receptor interaction that protein synthesis is promoted (think muscle growth). ActivaTe cripples SHBG, activating a much larger percentage of your testosterone. With more testosterone activated, your workouts will improve, you will build muscle faster, lose fat easier, and your strength will increase faster than you ever thought possible (without taking exogenous hormones). In addition to improved workouts, you will experience intense pumps, improved recovery, and increased focus. These remarkable benefits, however, are not the only benefit of including ActivaTe into your supplemental regime. Further benefits include:

ActivaTe Hightlights

-Increased blood sugar and insulin control for general health and fat loss
-Nitric Oxide (NO) boosting
-Supports a healthy prostate
-Anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory behaviour
-Supports healthy cholesterol levels


Dosing Protocol

I will be taking Activate (Beta) at 5 caps 4 times per day with meals. I'll be spreading out the doses every 3-4 hours or so.

[40-Yard Dash_2]

What is it?

Rebound XT is an anti-aromatase/anti-estrogen that can be used on cycle, during post cycle therapy (PCT) or off cycle to control estrogen and raise testosterone naturally.



What does it do?

Rebound XT binds irreversibly to the site of the aromatase enzyme rendering it inactive, making the body unable to produce estrogen. By reducing estrogen production, the amount of circulating estrogen is reduced and testosterone levels increased indirectly.

On cycle, Rebound XT is used as an anti-estrogen to prevent estrogen related side effects such as water retention and gyno. It also helps to combat the signs of existing gyno. During PCT, Rebound XT is used to control estrogen levels while boosting natural testosterone production. Off cycle, Rebound XT is used to maintain healthy levels of testosterone while still controlling estrogen. This is beneficial for men that suffer from decreasing levels of testosterone due to age and other factors.


How do I use it?

For maximal absorption, take Rebound XT with a fatty meal or essential fatty acid supplement. Space the doses evenly throughout the day, keeping in mind that the most important time to take a dose is in the late evening.

-On cycle, take 2 to 3 capsules per day and follow the optimal dosing guidelines for the duration of the cycle.

-On cycle with pre-existing gyno/gyno flare up, take 3 to 4 capsules per day and follow the optimal dosing guidelines for the duration of the cycle.

-During PCT, take 2 to 3 capsules per day for at least 4 weeks and follow the optimal dosing guidelines. For the best results, use with Lean Xtreme to control cortisol and its catabolic effects during this transition period.

-Off cycle, take 1 to 2 capsules per day in the evening.


Dosing Protocol

I will be dosing RXT 1 cap 2 times a day for the first 3 weeks. I will then taper down to 1 cap for the final week.

[40-Yard Dash_2]

Summary

7-OH (7-alpha-hydroxy-dehydroepiandrosterone), the active ingredient in Lean Extreme, is a supplement which will help you keep the muscle gains and the fatloss that you earn through the proper and disciplined combination of weight training, nutrition, rest, and cardiovascular exercise. Without the use of 7-OH your progress will be measurably slower than it needs to be. 7-OH will clear obstacles from your path.

By reducing cortisol

- 7-OH counters the diminishing returns of intense efforts, allowing you to keep more of what you earn in the gym, on the road, and through the sacrifices and self-discipline you maintain in the kitchen and out on the town.
- 7-OH will allow you to incorporate cardio without the usual risk of catabolism. This will enhance your performance, your metabolism’s ability to burn fat, and your cholesterol levels.
- 7-OH will eliminate extra appetite caused by high levels of cortisol. It is up to you to maintain the self-discipline to adhere to an intelligently planned nutritional regimen.
- You take it off or put it on, 7-OH will help keep it that way.


Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 capsule
Servings per Container: 90
Amount Per Serving
7-OH (7-hydroxy-deyhydroepiandrosterone) 50mg

Other ingredients
Maltodextrin, Gelatin, Silicon Dioxide and Magnesium Stearate.

Suggested Use
As a dietary supplement, take 1-2 capsules 2-3 times per day. Take one serving upon waking and the last right before bed.


Dosing Protocol

I will be dosing Lean Extreme at 1 cap 2 times a day the first week. It is possible I may bump it up to 3 caps after the first week if I do not experience joint soreness. If I do, of course I'll make note.

[dtrain13]

LOL....this should be some quality UNBIASED feedback...




j/k Elian....

[40-Yard Dash_2]

Originally Posted by dtrain13

LOL....this should be some quality UNBIASED feedback...




j/k Elian....

I got ya, Darin. And you know you can trust it will be. Nothing flashy or fancy. I just want to see if it produces for me. I do hope you follow along.

[Blap Blaow]

I'm gonna enjoy this. The past couple of days the NHA stack has really caught my interest for one reason or another. Good luck!!

[dtrain13]

Originally Posted by 40-Yard Dash_2

I got ya, Darin. And you know you can trust it will be. Nothing flashy or fancy. I just want to see if it produces for me. I do hope you follow along.

You know I'm messin Art. I will say this, coming from a competitor as well, and that the NHA stack rocks hands down. I started using LXT a couple of weeks ago to help with my cut and combat the stress induced cortisol caused by the stress I'm under currently and it most definatly works. Good luck man.

[40-Yard Dash_2]

Originally Posted by Blap Blaow

I'm gonna enjoy this. The past couple of days the NHA stack has really caught my interest for one reason or another. Good luck!!

Thanks buddy!

[40-Yard Dash_2]

Originally Posted by dtrain13

You know I'm messin Art. I will say this, coming from a competitor as well, and that the NHA stack rocks hands down. I started using LXT a couple of weeks ago to help with my cut and combat the stress induced cortisol caused by the stress I'm under currently and it most definatly works. Good luck man.

Of course I took it as a joke. I got nothing but love for you, Darin, and the rest of the SNS crew.

[Blap Blaow]

Just curious- why isn't GXR part of this stack?

[Mister_A]

ActivaTe was awesome for me.

Good luck 40!!

[italionstallion]

We gonna get to see the weights in this log?

[BSN***]

I usually dont like to take pills for supplements, because of only one reason, whenever they make the supplements in a capsul form like they do hear, they tend to pack all of the supplements into that tiny pill, and sometimes dont get all the good stuff i guess you could say... into the pill, but im not even gonna lie that stuff does look impressive... would definatley be intrested in buying...

[40-Yard Dash_2]

Originally Posted by Blap Blaow

Just curious- why isn't GXR part of this stack?

I don't know. You offering?

Originally Posted by Scheizekopf

ActivaTe was awesome for me.

Good luck 40!!

Thanks man. I'm hoping it treats me right too.

Originally Posted by italionstallion

We gonna get to see the weights in this log?

Sure.

Originally Posted by BSN***

I usually dont like to take pills for supplements, because of only one reason, whenever they make the supplements in a capsul form like they do hear, they tend to pack all of the supplements into that tiny pill, and sometimes dont get all the good stuff i guess you could say... into the pill, but im not even gonna lie that stuff does look impressive... would definatley be intrested in buying...

Uh, okay. Just stay tuned and we'll see.

[SNS8778]

Best of luck on your stack. Subscribed.

[uhockey]

Originally Posted by BSN***

I usually dont like to take pills for supplements, because of only one reason, whenever they make the supplements in a capsul form like they do hear, they tend to pack all of the supplements into that tiny pill, and sometimes dont get all the good stuff i guess you could say... into the pill, but im not even gonna lie that stuff does look impressive... would definatley be intrested in buying...

We provide lab analyses for every batch on our website.

Good luck Art.

[fitnfirm]

Step Back And Put The Snicker's Bar Down!!!!!!!!!!

[40-Yard Dash_2]

Originally Posted by uhockey

Good luck Art.

Originally Posted by SNS8778

Best of luck on your stack. Subscribed.

Thanks Mike and Steve.

Originally Posted by fitnfirm

Step Back And Put The Snicker's Bar Down!!!!!!!!!!

You so wish.

[40-Yard Dash_2]

Shoulders

DB Presses
1 X 10 (35lb)
2 X 6 (40lb)
3 X 6 (40lb)
4 X 6 (40lb)

DB Lateral Raises
1 X 5 (15lb)
2 x 5 (15lb)
3 X 5 (15lb)
4 X 5 (15lb)

DB Front Raises
1 X 10 (10lb)
2 X 10 (10lb)
3 X 9 (10lb)


Traps

DB Shrugs
1 X 9 (60lb)
2 X 9 (60lb)
3 X 9 (60lb)

BB Upright Rows
1 X 7 (65lbs)
2 X 7 (65lbs)
3 X 7 (65lbs)


Triceps

BB Skull Crusher
1 X 5 (65lbs)
2 X 5(65lbs)
3 X 5(65lbs)
4 X 5(65lbs)

Revolving Straight Bar Pushdown
1 X 10
2 x 10
3 X 9

Comments- Well, the first workout of the log is over and done with. Burping the Divanil after taking a dose is kinda weird at first, but I think I sort of like it. Yeah, I'm strange. I'm slap wore out in general, and I've got a study group session in 20 minutes from now. Tomorrow is my cardio day. I hope has a great evening and night.

[Bloute]

Subscrised !

You better make some strength gains this time ! J/K !

Good luck with your log and I will watch it !

[Boots]

Nice log, best of luck 40

[Blap Blaow]

Originally Posted by 40-Yard Dash_2

Revolving Straight Bar Pushdown

What the hell's that in English?

[40-Yard Dash_2]

Originally Posted by Blap Blaow

What the hell's that in English?

Damn Brit! It is a straight bar that can rotate.

Originally Posted by Bootysweat!

Nice log, best of luck 40

Originally Posted by Bloute

Subscrised !

You better make some strength gains this time ! J/K !

Good luck with your log and I will watch it !

I appreciate the support ya'll.

[triniwayne]

Good Luck on yours. Today is my 18th day on the NHA stack & unfortunately I haven't gained a pound yet, and have had no strength increases. In fact the only thing I have had is acne, and all round lethargy.

[Blap Blaow]

Originally Posted by 40-Yard Dash_2

Damn Brit! It is a straight bar that can rotate.

Ahhhh- that thing!!! Why didn't you just say so!!!

[BringnIt]

Bad luck on your log!

[40-Yard Dash_2]

Originally Posted by BringnIt

Bad luck on your log!

Ha ha, ya bastard!

[Nathan1]

lookin good....good luck!

[beer20]

good luck 40
they didnt hook you up some xceed huh?