Melting Point / Stimulant X / AMP Log by DawnMarie

[DawnMarie]

Welcome to my “Better Late Than Never” Melting Point/ Stim-X/ AMP Log!

Being a newbie to posting on BB.com, I was a little hesitant to start a log even though I had been tracking my progress offline. However, I have gotten so much great information and advice here I decided I would just go ahead and post one. If nothing else, it will help keep me motivated and at best maybe someone will get some useful information from it!

Below is some intro information and my notes from 2/26/06 through today. I plan to post daily from this point on. As always, suggestions are always welcome and appreciated!

Log Information
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This log will track my progress while testing out Designer Supplements Melting Point (MP) together with Anabolic Xtreme Stimulant X (Stim-x) and ErgoPharm AMP. Since learning that Stim-X is not recommended to be used more than 3x a week, I have decided to add AMP and alternate between the two. (Note: Since my AMP is on order, I will temporarily be using EC on non-Stim-X workout days.)

I am trying the stimulants to see how they compare to ECA, which has worked great for me to help lose weight but I have been using it on and off for a while and am trying to move away from it. While on Melting Point, I wanted something rather potent to take with it. However, after reading more on BB.com, I anticipate moving to something less strong for “daily” use in the future and saving these for occasional use. Having never tried a fat burner before, I am hoping that Melting Point will help me reduce body fat.

Start Date: 2/26/06
End Date: when MP runs out (approx. 30-45 days depending on dosage)


Product Information
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Fat Burner:
Designer Supplements Melting Point:
http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/design/melt.html

Stimulants: (not taking together, plan to alternate between the two)
Anabolic Xtreme Stimulant X:
http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/ax/stim.html

ErgoPharm AMP:
http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/ergo/amp.html


Background Information
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Stats:
Female
Age:31
Height: 5’ 4” (and a half!)
Starting Weight: 174.5
Starting BF: 32.4% (got measured w/ calipers at 30%, but this is home scale so may fluctuate)

History:
On Nov 4, 2004 I was 282.5 lbs due to 2 kids and sedentary lifestyle over 10 yrs. I was turning 30 yrs old that month and decided enough was enough! I set a goal to lose 100 lbs by my 31st birthday. I started with Jazzercise and workout DVDs until it became a habit and I enjoyed it, then I moved to a healthy diet (1200-1400 cals, low fat), and finally I joined gym. I met my goal and began to incorporate weight training. Thanks to knowledge and advice from some friends and from BB.com, I have improved my diet, workouts and supplementation over the last couple months. Most recently, I have added free weights for the first time to further enhance my workouts and have been having very good results. Although my weight loss has slowed, I have definitely seen changes in shape and size.

Current Diet Goals:
1600-1700 cals (recently upped from 1200-1400, sometimes do on off days)
40% Protein/40% Carbs/20% Fat
Pretty clean: mostly lean meats, whole wheat, nuts, veggies, fruits, low-fat dairy, etc. Eat 6-8 small meals a day.

Current Workout Goals:
Weights 3x per Week, M/W/F, Split (due to time, trying to get to full body), 6-8 reps, 3-4 sets
Cardio 3x per Week* - T/Th/Sat - 60 min Step Class, Kickboxing Class or Home DVD

*May add 30 min cardio on non-cardio days as time allows

Sun will be Off, Make Up or Bonus Day

Potential Obstacles:
I am a mom of 2 young boys and they keep me very busy. I have to be flexible with my workout schedule so consistency is difficult. If I have to miss a workout, I try to make up for it on other days as best I can.

Current Supplements:
Whey Protein
Blended Protien (Whey, Egg, Casein)
Multivitamin
Flax Oil

Previous Supplements:
ECA
Hydroxycut


Week 1
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DAY 1 - 2/24/06 Fri

Starting Weigh-In
Wt: 174.5
BF: 32.4%
H2O: 47%

(Note: The stat info above is from a home scale so BF may fluctuate. It has a reading for hydration level (H2O) so I put it here but not sure what, if any, accuracy/value it has)

Diet:
1700 cals
40 C/40 P/ 20 F

Doses:
MP (1) – Took 1 cap to try out.

Workout:
OFF - sick

Notes:
Sick today with some kind of flu, had killer headache, fever and chills – ugh! Waiting to start Stim-X until feeling better. Missed workout due to sickness.




DAY 2 - 2/25/06 Sat

Diet:
1972 cals - Much higher than usual, rare splurge on pizza for dinner (bad, I know!)
43 C/27 P/ 30 F

Doses/Sides:
MP (4) – Slightly increased thirst.

Workout:
OFF - sick

Other:
Went to bed about 7pm last night but still felt yucky this morning and missed Step Class but got some extra rest. Started feeling better by evening, plan to start the Stim-X tomorrow and get back on track with working out.


DAY 3 - 2/26/06 Sun

Stats:
Weight: 174.2
BF: 32.5%
H2O: 47%

Diet:
1754 cals
39 C/41 P/ 20 F

Doses/Sides:
Stim-X (1)
MP (6)

Took 1st Stim-X at 9 am with meal. Great energy kicked in about 30 - 45 min after, strong wave of nausea 2 hrs later after 1st meal wore off, ate some oatmeal and it went away. Increased sweating at times and definitely thirsty. Energy and focus lasted all day! No jitters or bad effects when wearing off. Had a bit of trouble getting to sleep, will definitely take earlier from now on.



Workout:
Weights –Legs, Shoulders, Back, Biceps, Abs
Cardio – 25 min elliptical

Excellent workout, increased weights and had energy leftover so had to jump on the elliptical!

Other:
Great mood today!




DAY 4 - 2/27/06 Mon

Diet:
1768 cals
~ 40 P/40 C/20 F (oops, didn't write down and can't access online now)

Doses/Sides:
StimX (1)
MP(6)
Great energy again today but not as much of a rush feeling as yesterday, slightly less intense. Nausea again but milder, went away after eating. Very thirsty!! Took earlier today around 6 am and didn’t keep me up like yesterday.

Workout:
Weights – Triceps, Chest, Abs

Another great workout!

Other:





DAY 5 - 2/28/06 Tues

Diet:
1854 cals
~ 40 P/40 C/20 F (oops, didn't write down and can't access online now)

Doses/Sides:
StimX (1)
MP (4)
Decreased MP dosage by 2 caps based on advice from BB. May increase to 6 after day 10 if no sides. Watching for cramping. Still have increased thirst. Noticed as some others have that fatty areas feel “softer”. Even energy and focus throughout the day, no nausea. Increased sweating at times.

Workout:
Cardio – 60 min, Step Class – Awesome! Double step, highest height, extra energy throughout workout.


DAY 6 - 3/1/06 Wed

Stats:
Wt: 173.2
BF: 33.2 %
H2O: 48%

Diet:
Cals: 966
~ 40 P/40 C/20 F (oops, didn't write down and can't access online now)

Doses/Sides:
EC (2) (Didn’t have anything else to alternate with Stim-X, AMP on order)
MP (4)
Ate very little today, no appetite at all, hard to get down last meal. Probably the EC and stress, very busy day.

Workout:
OFF – Missed weights due to working late again.


DAY 7 - 3/2/06 Thu

End of week 1 Weigh-in:
Wt: 171.4 (Down 3.1 since start)
BF: 33.4% (Up 1.1% since start )
H2O: 47%

Diet:
1844 cals
~ 40 P/40 C/20 F (oops, didn't write down and can't access online now)

Dose/Sides:
Stim-X(1)
MP(4)
Nothing new, good energy and focus and no nausea. Still thirsty and sweaty..lol


Workout:
Weights – Back, Biceps, Legs, Abs
Cardio – 15 min elliptical

Didn’t get to gym until 8:30 pm, took Stim-X at 6 am and it had worn off by workout time. I definitely felt a difference without it. I was already pretty tired before going to the gym. Tried to add some cardio but only got in a little before the gym closed.

Other:


Weekly Summary:
Despite being sick at the start and an exceptionally crazy and hectic week, I think I am off to an ok start. Worked out 4 days this week, hope to get 6 days in next week and start the AMP. Had to split on weights due to time constraints but hope to get closer to full body workout as I get more familiar with the routine and my schedule eases up a bit. I am still having to look at my cheat sheet some and have been tweaking exercises/schdedule as I learn what works best for me. Using the smaller barbells that are pre-loaded for some exercises has helped speed things up a little. I am also looking into getting some more weights to do some bench work at home as the ones I have now are too light.


Week 2
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DAY 8 - 3/3/06 Fri

Stats:
BF: 31.3% (Down 2.1% since yesterday - ?? seems this fluctuates a lot, hope the pattern will be to go down overall. Seems to read lower when hydration is higher.)
H2O: 49%

Diet:
Cals: 1264
19 P/62 C/19F - High carbs from missed protein shakes

Doses/Sides:
EC (1)
MP(4)
Decreased appetite.

Workouts:
OFF – Missed weights, had to work late making up time for son's appointments during the week.

[DawnMarie]

Diet:
Cals: 1650
40 P/41 C/19F


Doses/Sides:
Stim-X (1)
MP(4)
Slept in this morning so took Stim-X later than usual. Good energy today but dozed off while getting my youngest to sleep at 8 pm so not that “wide awake” feeling. Could just be tired from fighting off a cold, had a sore throat Fri and today and the little one is getting sick again

Workout:
Cardio – 60 min – Step Class


Other:
Plan to get some extra rest tonight and hit the gym tomorrow as a make-up day.

[DawnMarie]

Diet:
Cals: 1663
43 P/ 41 C/ 16 F


Doses/Sides:
EC (2)
MP(4)
After walking a lot at the zoo with the kids today, got a cramp in my right thigh. Not sure if related to the MP but thought I’d note it since I’m not one to normally get muscle cramps.


Workouts:
Weights – Chest, Triceps, Abs


Other:
Feeling great today after getting some extra, solid sleep last night. Yesterday’s Stim-X definitely didn’t interfere. Looking forward to trying AMP, should arrive this week.

[40-Yard Dash_2]

Have you got your diet down?

[uhockey]

Yikes, nice start.

[kdhwtbtwbd]

Originally Posted by uhockey

Yikes, nice start.

I wholeheartedly concur.

[DawnMarie]

Originally Posted by 40-Yard Dash_2

Have you got your diet down?

As everything else, it is a work in progress Other than my cheat on pizza last week (because I was sick and too lazy to cook - bad excuse, but the truth), I eat healthy and don't really crave junk food. I have been that way for most of the last year or so. But I am still learning (thanks to BB) about the right foods to eat when and in what combos. Switching to more small meals has made a difference and also eating more protein as opposed to mainly carbs like I used to before I started tracking what I ate. I have always struggled with how many cals I should eat as I used to always eat 1200-1400 but am trying to eat a little more. So far, I feel good about the 1600 range on workout days.

My main problem lately has been sometimes getting very busy and not eating when I should. So I have resorted to Meal Replacement bars for emergencies if I can't bring something with me. Things I eat alot are grilled chicken, ground turkey breast, spinach salad, broccoli, whole grain wraps with turkey, some vegetarian meats, egg whites, whole grain bread, mahi mahi, fat-free cheese, fat-free yogurt, whole grain rice or pasta, fruits and other veggies, and oatmeal.

Of course, suggestions for improvement are always welcome

[DawnMarie]

Originally Posted by uhockey

Yikes, nice start.

Originally Posted by kdhwtbtwbd

I wholeheartedly concur.

Thanks guys!

And thanks everyone for checking out my log and supporting a newbie.

[DawnMarie]

Diet:
Cals: 1628
37 P/ 45 C/ 18 F


Doses/Sides:
Stim-X (1)
MP(4)
The Stim-X feeling is definitely different for me now. No rush of energy or “ready to run 10 miles” feeling during cardio and seems to wear off sooner than it did before. I feel “awake” and focused but not super-energized. I did work out later in the day than previously when I took it on a cardio day.


Workouts:
Cardio – 60 min – Step
Had to swap cardio for weights today, found out my Mom is in town and coming to visit tomorrow so can’t make my usual Step class.


Other:
Looking forward to weights tomorrow. I’m wondering if it is better to work body parts more often, or to have more exercises for each body part? If I dropped a couple exercises, I could rotate more frequently or perhaps fit in full body but not sure if that is better or not.

[40-Yard Dash_2]

Honestly, I think you have to just experiment with your workout routine, or at least switch it up from time to time. Just monitor your strength increases, and your recovery from workout to workout.

[fitnfirm]

DAWN,

it would be helpful if you could post exactly what you ate during the day, or use fitday and post the links. We can often find something in the diet that may be slowing down progress. im curious to watch your progress, I will be using melting point starting next Monday, along with basic cuts and Xtend, for 12 weeks. Congrats on your weight so far!

[uhockey]

Originally Posted by fitnfirm

DAWN,

it would be helpful if you could post exactly what you ate during the day, or use fitday and post the links. We can often find something in the diet that may be slowing down progress. im curious to watch your progress, I will be using melting point starting next Monday, along with basic cuts and Xtend, for 12 weeks. Congrats on your weight so far!

I'd say "pizza girl" slows down progress.

Seriously though Dawn, take a look at fitnfirms log. What you're doing is perfectly fine, but having foods laid out definitely makes it even easier.

[SPACECLOWN]

Dawn you ****in rock! I am glad you posted your log. With 40,Uhockey & others following you should be good. These guys are really helpful. First off just let me say I am really proud of you for your progress and dedication. You are truelly an inspiration. Keep logging the foods like suggested. Are you still using fitday or did you move over to trackmydiet? I don't remember. Fitday I had a problem entering some supps nutrional info, getting error messages saying the amounts make no sense or something. Trackmydiet will take all the numbers but no public links. You could always do a screen shot and post the pic for viewing. Anyway Dawn you know I am really proud of you and keep it up. Consider me subscribed.

[40-Yard Dash_2]

Originally Posted by DawnMarie

As everything else, it is a work in progress Other than my cheat on pizza last week (because I was sick and too lazy to cook - bad excuse, but the truth), I eat healthy and don't really crave junk food. I have been that way for most of the last year or so. But I am still learning (thanks to BB) about the right foods to eat when and in what combos. Switching to more small meals has made a difference and also eating more protein as opposed to mainly carbs like I used to before I started tracking what I ate. I have always struggled with how many cals I should eat as I used to always eat 1200-1400 but am trying to eat a little more. So far, I feel good about the 1600 range on workout days.

My main problem lately has been sometimes getting very busy and not eating when I should. So I have resorted to Meal Replacement bars for emergencies if I can't bring something with me. Things I eat alot are grilled chicken, ground turkey breast, spinach salad, broccoli, whole grain wraps with turkey, some vegetarian meats, egg whites, whole grain bread, mahi mahi, fat-free cheese, fat-free yogurt, whole grain rice or pasta, fruits and other veggies, and oatmeal.

Of course, suggestions for improvement are always welcome

Sounds good. If you could, please go ahead and start logging all of your meals. I know it takes time, but it would be extremely helpful if you could do so.

[DawnMarie]

Originally Posted by fitnfirm

it would be helpful if you could post exactly what you ate during the day, or use fitday and post the links. We can often find something in the diet that may be slowing down progress. im curious to watch your progress, I will be using melting point starting next Monday, along with basic cuts and Xtend, for 12 weeks. Congrats on your weight so far!

Originally Posted by uhockey

Seriously though Dawn, take a look at fitnfirms log. What you're doing is perfectly fine, but having foods laid out definitely makes it even easier.

Thanks FitnFirm! I have checked out your log and it is awesome!! I will see if I can get my info out of TrackYourDiet and post it in the log. I didn't put initially as I saw some posts saying people didn't like to see all that. I am on the free subscription so I can only go back a day or so but will see if I can post from now on. I suppose compared to posting my actual weight online, public viewing and scrutiny of my daily diet should not be very traumatic..LOL. It will definitely be motivating and I'm all for learning and improving. Gotta get to that goal - whatever it takes!

Originally Posted by uhockey

I'd say "pizza girl" slows down progress.

Pizza girl!! I prefer the term "Diet Challenged"..LOL Seriously though, you are 100% right and I certainly do deserve to get some crap for eating it. In fact, that just fuels the motivation - so bring it on! After the stomachache I got from all the grease, I can assure you I won't be eating pizza again anytime soon!

[DawnMarie]

Originally Posted by spaceclown

Dawn you ****in rock! I am glad you posted your log. With 40,Uhockey & others following you should be good. These guys are really helpful. First off just let me say I am really proud of you for your progress and dedication. You are truelly an inspiration. Keep logging the foods like suggested. Are you still using fitday or did you move over to trackmydiet? I don't remember. Fitday I had a problem entering some supps nutrional info, getting error messages saying the amounts make no sense or something. Trackmydiet will take all the numbers but no public links. You could always do a screen shot and post the pic for viewing. Anyway Dawn you know I am really proud of you and keep it up. Consider me subscribed.

Thanks for the compliments! But YOU are the one that ****in rocks! You pursue your goals with such committment and intensity it is really motivating, not to mention always finding new challenges for yourself. Your great example makes others want to do the same and has certainly been a big inspiration to me. It is really hard sometimes to balance work, family life and personal goals and you are proof that you CAN do it all! Thanks so much for the encouragement and support!!! Be sure to kick some a** for me on your run this weekend! I'll be there in spirit cheering you on!!

I did switch to TrackYourDiet and will try the screen shot if i can't copy and paste, that it a good idea.

[fitnfirm]

Dawn I use a software program called weight by date, then I take screen captures and then crop them and then upload thru imageshack. at first its seems like alot of work but now its easy. I fond that when I do eat something not so great that I get picked on for it and then dont do it again you are held accountable by us internet crazies! Fitday also has a program for your pc now which looks cool, I bought the weight by date cause I knew I would use it for years I think it was $35.00 and is downloadable. Please feel free to PM me anytime with any questions if you need any help at all, and if you do eat pizza, Dont tell 40 yard dash He is like a bad rash, he is always there!!! HAHA But I love him!

[40-Yard Dash_2]

Originally Posted by fitnfirm

Dawn I use a software program called weight by date, then I take screen captures and then crop them and then upload thru imageshack. at first its seems like alot of work but now its easy. I fond that when I do eat something not so great that I get picked on for it and then dont do it again you are held accountable by us internet crazies! Fitday also has a program for your pc now which looks cool, I bought the weight by date cause I knew I would use it for years I think it was $35.00 and is downloadable. Please feel free to PM me anytime with any questions if you need any help at all, and if you do eat pizza, Dont tell 40 yard dash He is like a bad rash, he is always there!!! HAHA But I love him!

That's right Dawn, I'm always, there!

[DawnMarie]

Diet Summary:
Cal. Protein Fat Carbs.
1654.5 171.73 g 35.06 g 171.80 g

Prot. % Fat % Carbs. %
40.65 % 18.67 % 40.67 %
(Diet details at end of post..thought that would be easier since they are rather long. Hope the format is ok, let me know if less detail is wanted. I was able to copy and paste into notepad and take out some extraneous info to shorten a little.)

Doses/Sides:
EC (2)
MP(4)
Got a muscle cramp in upper right quad again during leg workout. Thankfully, it was short lived. Again, not sure it’s a side from MP but noting here anyway.

Workouts:
Weights – Back, Biceps, Legs, Abs
Great workout! Couldn’t get away from work at lunch time but finally made it to the gym late tonight and closed it down at 10 pm. I thought for sure it would be mediocre since it was late, but it was excellent! Must have been all the motivating posts on my log today! I did an extra set on almost all exercises and increased by 20 lbs on squats! Woo-hoo!! We’ll see how my legs, and the rest of me, feel about it tomorrow…

Other:
Have an appointment tomorrow morning so can’t do weights at lunch, hope to go in the evening or might swap out for AM cardio - depending on how I feel, and how late I stay up. After that great workout I am a little wired!

Diet Details:

Meal #1
Cal. Protein Fat Carbs. Serving Measurement
Bananas, raw
108 1.22 g 0.57 g 27.65 g 1 X 1 medium (7"...

Protein Supplement, Advanced Whey, Chocolate
110 20.00 g 2.00 g 3.00 g 1 X 1 scoop

Total:218 21.22 g 2.57 g 30.65 g


Meal #2
Cal. Protein Fat Carbs. Serving Measurement
Banana Bread Weight Control Oatmeal
160 7.00 g 3.00 g 29.00 g 1 X 1 Packet

Protein Supplement, Advanced Whey, Chocolate
110 20.00 g 2.00 g 3.00 g 1 X 1 scoop

Total: 270 27.00 g 5.00 g 32.00 g

Meal #3
Cal. Protein Fat Carbs. Serving Measurement
Broccolli, raw
25 3.00 g 0.00 g 4.00 g 1 X 3 oz

Cheese, Fat Free Cheddar
45 9.00 g 0.00 g 2.00 g 1 X 1/4 cup

Chicken Breast, Premium Chunk
120 26.00 g 1.00 g 0.00 g 2 X 2 oz

Salad Dressing, Catalina Fat Free
50 0.00 g 0.00 g 11.00 g 1 X 2 Tbsp

Spinach, raw
20 2.00 g 0.00 g 3.00 g 1 X 4 cups

Total:260 40.00 g 1.00 g 20.00 g

Meal #4
Cal. Protein Fat Carbs. Serving Measurement
Balance Bar Gold - Caramel Nut Blast
210 15.00 g 7.00 g 22.00 g 1 X 1 bar

Meal #5
Cal. Protein Fat Carbs. Serving Measurement
Broccolli, raw
25 3.00 g 0.00 g 4.00 g 1 X 3 oz

Steak Strips, Veggie
140 23.00 g 3.00 g 5.00 g 1 X 12 Strips

Uncle Ben's®, Brown Rice - Instant
142.5 3.00 g 1.13 g 31.50 g 0.75 X

Total:307.5 29.00 g 4.13 g 40.50 g


Meal #6
Cal. Protein Fat Carbs. Serving Measurement
Milk, Skim
45 4.00 g 0.00 g 6.50 g 0.5 X 8.00 ounce

Protein Supplement, Pro Blend 55, Strawberry Twist
135 27.50 g 0.75 g 3.50 g 0.5 X 2 scoops

Strawberries, raw
49 1.01 g 0.61 g 11.65 g 1 X 1 cup, slice...

Total:229 32.51 g 1.36 g 21.65 g


Meal #7
Cal. Protein Fat Carbs. Serving Measurement
Peanuts, Dry Roasted
160 7.00 g 14.00 g 5.00 g 1 X 1/4 cup

[DawnMarie]

Originally Posted by fitnfirm

Dawn I use a software program called weight by date, then I take screen captures and then crop them and then upload thru imageshack. at first its seems like alot of work but now its easy. I fond that when I do eat something not so great that I get picked on for it and then dont do it again you are held accountable by us internet crazies! Fitday also has a program for your pc now which looks cool, I bought the weight by date cause I knew I would use it for years I think it was $35.00 and is downloadable. Please feel free to PM me anytime with any questions if you need any help at all, and if you do eat pizza, Dont tell 40 yard dash He is like a bad rash, he is always there!!! HAHA But I love him!

Sounds interesting, I'll have to check that out. I kind of like it being on the web so I can get to it from anywhere. I should probably just stop being cheap and fork out the money so I can see all my entries and run reports on what I've been entering. Being held accountable works for me - a little peer pressure is always a good thing! Thanks so much for your support, I am sure you could teach me a lot of things! Guess I'll have to watch out for 40!..lol...I may have a weakness for pizza and chocolate, but everyone's got one..Hmmm, I'll just have to figure out what his is just in case I need something to pick on him back about!

[DawnMarie]

*Updated diet and sides*

Diet Summary (details at end of post):

Cals
1650

Protein/Fat/Carbs
40%/14%/46%
167.35 g/25.49 g/194.62 g
Carbs a little higher than I'd like but it was a cardio day so hopefully should be ok.

Doses/Sides:
Stim-X (2)
MP(4)
Decided to up to 2 Stim-X today before my morning Cardio to see if it made a difference since 1 wasn’t really energizing me anymore. Definitely worked much better. Got a little nausea toward the end of workout but went away immediately after I ate. Have a sore feeling in my upper right quad where I’ve been having the cramp but it didn’t impact my workout or cramp up during so that was good.

*Thirst increased, appetite decreased with stronger dose.*

Workouts:
Cardio – Kickboxing DVD
Great workout this morning. I could definitely feel the weights I did last night, especially when doing resistance, but not really sore or anything. Nothing like working up a sweat first thing in the morning to get you going! I feel great, in an excellent mood and ready for the day!

Other:
Decided to keep my cardio and weight days flip-flopped this week to fit my schedule. With an appointment, mom in town for 3 days, 3 t-ball games and an all day meeting out of town on Friday I am doing a little creative scheduling.

I am excited about wrapping up week 2, I hope to have good progress to post tommorrow!

AMP Update - the place I ordered from has yet to send me a shipping notice! At this point, I am pretty sure I will not get it until next week

Diet Details:
Meal #1
Cal. Protein Fat Carbs. Serving Measurement
Enriched Wheat Bread
90 5.00 g 1.00 g 20.00 g 1 X 2 Slices

Better'n Eggs Plus
70 12.00 g 0.00 g 2.00 g 2 X 1/4 Cup

POLANER ALL-FRUIT Strawberry Spread
41 0.13 g 0.00 g 10.26 g 1 X 1 tbsp

Sausage, Veggie Breakfast Links
80 9.00 g 3.00 g 3.00 g 1 X 2 Links

Total: 281 26.13 g 4.00 g 35.26 g


Meal #2
Cal. Protein Fat Carbs. Serving Measurement
Protein Supplement, Advanced Whey, Chocolate
110 20.00 g 2.00 g 3.00 g 1 X 1 scoop

Yogurt, Light Fat Free
100 5.00 g 0.00 g 19.00 g 1 X 1 container

Total: 210 25.00 g 2.00 g 22.00 g


Meal #3
Cal. Protein Fat Carbs. Serving Measurement
Enriched Wheat Bread
90 5.00 g 1.00 g 20.00 g 1 X 2 Slices

Cheese, American, 2% Singles
45 4.00 g 2.00 g 2.00 g 1 X 1 slice

Turkey Breast, Oven Roasted, 98% Fat Free
100 24.00 g 0.00 g 0.00 g 4 X 1 slice

Total: 235 33.00 g 3.00 g 22.00 g


Meal #4
Cal. Protein Fat Carbs. Serving Measurement
Bananas, raw
108 1.22 g 0.57 g 27.65 g 1 X 1 medium (7"...


Meal #5
Cal. Protein Fat Carbs. Serving Measurement
Cheese, parmesan, grated
22 2.08 g 1.50 g 0.19 g 1 X 1 tbsp

Pasta, Multigrain Rotini
300 15.00 g 1.50 g 57.00 g 1.5 X 2 oz (56g)

Spaghetti Sauce, Original Style Traditional
25 1.00 g 0.25 g 5.00 g 0.5 X 1/2 cup

Total: 347 18.08 g 3.25 g 62.19 g


Meal #6
Cal. Protein Fat Carbs. Serving Measurement
Celery, raw
19 0.93 g 0.17 g 4.53 g 1 X 1 cup, strip...

Peter Pan®, Reduced Fat Creamy Peanut Butter spread
180 8.00 g 11.00 g 14.00 g 1 X 2 Tbsp •...

Total: 199 8.93 g 11.17 g 18.53 g


Meal #7
Cal. Protein Fat Carbs. Serving Measurement
Protein Supplement, Pro Blend 55, Strawberry Twist
270 55.00 g 1.50 g 7.00 g 1 X 2 scoops

[SPACECLOWN]

Originally Posted by DawnMarie

Stim-X (2)
Decided to up to 2 Stim-X today before my morning Cardio to see if it made a difference since 1 wasn’t really energizing me anymore. Definitely worked much better. Got a little nausea toward the end of workout but went away immediately after I ate.

AMP Update - the place I ordered from has yet to send me a shipping notice! At this point, I am pretty sure I will not get it until next week

I get the nausea also when I take Stim-X (3 for me) too. I take in with my pre-workout meal which is typically kinda on the lighter side, workout and get a nausea by the end, have most post-workout meal and am good to go. I have noticed on days I take Stim-X besides the meth like energy, I really get dry mouth and have to consume mass quantities of water. Also I sweat more and feel like my bodytemp is increased and my heart rate is up. Do you have a similar experience? How do you like this on cardio days? I think I have more enery and push myself but feel like for stamina it might hurt me, like my heart might blow up .

AMP - I am having shipping issues with one of my orders from another vendor. Guess we're getting screwed for being cheap. Call them and bitch.

[DawnMarie]

Originally Posted by spaceclown

I get the nausea also when I take Stim-X (3 for me) too. I take in with my pre-workout meal which is typically kinda on the lighter side, workout and get a nausea by the end, have most post-workout meal and am good to go. I have noticed on days I take Stim-X besides the meth like energy, I really get dry mouth and have to consume mass quantities of water. Also I sweat more and feel like my bodytemp is increased and my heart rate is up. Do you have a similar experience? How do you like this on cardio days? I think I have more enery and push myself but feel like for stamina it might hurt me, like my heart might blow up .

AMP - I am having shipping issues with one of my orders from another vendor. Guess we're getting screwed for being cheap. Call them and bitch.

For me, the dry mouth and nausea went away after several days of use but since I upped the dose today I am absolutely parched!! I need to add that to my daily post later. I only noticed sweating and slight heart rate elevation the first day, and I didn't notice any since upping the dose. Could be I just don't notice it because with the EC I am used to sweating like crazy and feeling the elevated heart rate, so in comparison what I got from Stim-X was very mild.

The first time I took Stim-X for cardio, I did notice I was more red-faced, hot and sweaty than usual after my workout and it took quite a while to cool down afterwards. Since then, and this morning on the upped dose, I didn't notice anything like that happening to me again. I do think you are absolutely right to be cautious. Everyone is different so best to know how it affects you and judge accordingly. Maybe take a couple days and see if you are still having same sides. Nausea probably wouldn't be a good side during a run , even if the others went away. But that's just my limited experience, maybe others would have additional input on this.

[SPACECLOWN]

Originally Posted by DawnMarie

Nausea probably wouldn't be a good side during a run , even if the others went away.

Pretty sure elevated heart rate, dehydration and naseau would be bad . I am running later in the morn that normal so I can eat a big meal to loose the naseau and during the run keep hydrated but the heart rate there is no way to lower except not use it. I am going to try it tommorow in my cardio and see how it goes. If negative I will drop it. I think adrenaline will work best.

[DawnMarie]

Originally Posted by spaceclown

Pretty sure elevated heart rate, dehydration and naseau would be bad.

Uh, yeah That comment was pretty stupid, didn't sound quite the way I intended...oops..oh well, it's not like it's the first time! lol I'll try not to make it a habit.

Originally Posted by spaceclown

I think adrenaline will work best.

Good point, I am sure you will have plenty of that!! And it's free too.

[MMA Superstar 2]

Originally Posted by DawnMarie

Since learning that Stim-X is not recommended to be used more than 3x a week,

Just curious, what's in Stim X that makes it unsafe to take more than 3 times a week? I was planning on using it at least 5 days a week as a crutch for brutal long days spent at work...anyone have info please, I'd like to know more about this.

[uhockey]

I have legitimately been asked to remain quiet about StimX, I will continue to say don't take it more than once every other day at most. That is all.

[Krzna]

very interesting log. i'd say give the X a shot every alternate day to space it out. works differently in different people so its up to you to find your "sweet spot" i guess.

[DawnMarie]

End of Week 2 Weigh-in:
Wt: 170.8 (Down 0.6 since last week, Down 3.7 since start)
BF: 32.9% (Down 0.5 since week, Up 0.7% since start)
H2O: 49%

Weekly Summary:
I am not doing as good as I would like but that’s definitely me and not the supps. But at least I am making forward progress. I got in 5 days working out, will try to get to 6 next week and also try to eat some more veggies which have been lacking. I definitely feel stronger and am going to stick with lifting heavy vs. light. I still don’t understand the body fat fluctuations as they vary a lot from day to day so I am kind of just waiting to see some kind of trend. Weight yo-yo’d quite a bit too the last few days and I am wondering if I am retaining some water. My AMP finally shipped today so hope to start it next week. I am also interested to see how I do with the Stim-X to see if the sides go away after a couple trials of the 2 pill dose vs. 1. I have noticed some improvements in the tummy area that started before the log but now look more pronounced so that is promising.

Quote for the week
“People often say that motivation doesn't last. Well, neither does bathing - that's why we recommend it daily.” - Zig Ziglar


Diet Summary (details at end of post):
1290 Cals

Protein Fat Carbs.
34.89 % 13.08 % 52.03 %
114.00 g 19.00 g 170.00 g

Doses/Sides:
EC (1)
MP(4)
Nothing new

Workouts:
OFF

Other:
Had to take a day off today. Had several things to deal with today related to problems my son is having and I just wasn’t able to make the time to workout between that and everything else going on. It seems like the stressful times in life when you could really use it the most are usually the times when you can’t get away to do it – but the kids have to come first. That said, I will try to do better tomorrow with the workout and the diet which was a bit off the norm. I did not have a good appetite today but I am sure it had more to do with circumstances than any supps.

I am going to try to do cardio in the AM before my out of town meeting depending on how late I am up working tonight. Otherwise I will try to get to the gym in the evening. I am going to a company-sponsored lunch and have no idea what type of restaurant so it should be interesting to see what I can find to eat that is healthy…I wonder if they would be offended if I pulled out a Meal Replacement Bar at the table? LOL Since I only see my co-workers about once a month, it is always motivational because they notice my changes and help remind me that even if I had a bad day or week, I am still are making progress toward my goal and have come a long, long way! Well, that and one glance at my "before" pics!

Diet Details:

Meal #1
Cal. Protein Fat Carbs. Serving Measurement
Sausage, Veggie Breakfast Links
80 9.00 g 3.00 g 3.00 g 1 X 2 Links

Waffles, Blueberry GoLean
170 8.00 g 3.00 g 33.00 g 1 X 2 waffles

Total: 250 17.00 g 6.00 g 36.00 g


Meal #2
Cal. Protein Fat Carbs. Serving Measurement
Balance Bar Gold - Caramel Nut Blast
210 15.00 g 7.00 g 22.00 g 1 X 1 bar


Meal #3
Cal. Protein Fat Carbs. Serving Measurement
Protien Supplement, Pro Blend 55, Strawberry Twist
135 27.50 g 0.75 g 3.50 g 0.5 X 2 scoops

Yogurt, Light Fat Free
100 5.00 g 0.00 g 19.00 g 1 X 1 container

Total: 235 32.50 g 0.75 g 22.50 g
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Meal #4
Cal. Protein Fat Carbs. Serving Measurement
Pasta, Multigrain Rotini
300 15.00 g 1.50 g 57.00 g 1.5 X 2 oz (56g)


Meal #5
Cal. Protein Fat Carbs. Serving Measurement
Banana Bread Weight Control Oatmeal
160 7.00 g 3.00 g 29.00 g 1 X 1 Packet

Protein Supplement, Pro Blend 55, Strawberry Twist
135 27.50 g 0.75 g 3.50 g 0.5 X 2 scoops

Total:295 34.50 g 3.75 g 32.50 g

[fitnfirm]

Doing good Dawn!!!! I have started recording my sodium intake and also potassium to make sure I dont get too much sodium, some stuff has ALOT!!!! and my potassium levels are all over the place, I realized I was not getting the suggested 2000 mg a day with food so I started taking supplements.

Who cares if you whip out a meal replacement bar!!! I would do it! I bet they have chicken and salad though no matter where you go!

Also, im sure Uhockey mentioned that water retention is a side effect for many users of Melting Point, so I wouldnt freak out about it. It does go away!

Keep on a rollin