Triplewhammy Presents... Anabolic Pump

[triplewhammy]

INTRO
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I just finished my first competition, the OCB Midwest States (took 5th place out of 7 in my novice class) and had a really good time and got some good experience. I've been on a cutting cycle since July so I'm ready to get my bulk on. The goal of this log/review is to figure out just how good Anabolic Pump (aka Yellow Gold, known as the "Holy Grail") really is. There has been a lot of controversy regarding this product, and USP Labs has been kind enough to send me a bottle of the powder to help sort everything out. Because I am coming off of a strong cutting cycle, I think I have the best perspective as to how effective this product can be. These first two weeks post-competition I assume my body will attempt to "rebound" and soak up the nutrients, which can be great for muscle cells, but bad if my fat cells also "bulk up." This is where Anabolic Pump comes in.

STATS
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Age: 21
Height: 5'9
Weight: 168 lbs.
BF ~ 9%

DOSING
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I will be taking 3 servings (1/4 teaspoon) per day: 1 serving before morning meal, 1 pre-workout, and 1 post workout (all 15 min before consuming the food).

WORKOUT
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As I'm getting back into the swing of things, the first week or two will be full body. After that, I will be doing either a 4 or 5-day bodypart split, going heavy as always.

DIET
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Previously, my bulks have been a tad bit too dirty and I really would like to clean bulk better. I will obviously be eating at least my bodyweight in protein, and according to USPlabs I should be "liberal on the carbs," so expect me to throw down quite a bit of quality carbs. I will still have the occasional cheat meals however.

EXPECTATIONS
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According to USPlabs, this product does the following:
1) Super saturate (literally force feeds) muscle cells with glucose and amino acids
2) Block glucose uptake in fat cells
3) Potentiate the positive effects of insulin on muscle cells
4) Block triglyceride uptake in fat cells
5) Stimulate lipolysis
6) Improve lipid profile

So, these will be my expectations. Basically, I want this product to prevent the "rebound effect" of fat that generally occurs when transitioning from cutting back to bulking, and maybe even give me some good muscle mass or strength. If this product can do that, I will be satisfied.

As a side note, for all that join in on this thread, please keep comments related to the product itself and refrain from personal attacks (this goes both ways). There have been a lot of claims as well as counter-claims, and I think we all know where everyone stands, so let's just see if the product works.

ADDITIONAL INFO
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Keep in mind that I am an independent, unbiased product tester. I have been lifting for over three years and just competed in my first bodybuilding competition. Hopefully, my credibility will help to determine if this product is truly what it claims to be.

For more information regarding Anabolic Pump, visit: www . usplabsdirect . com

Lastly, in order to truly determine the effectiveness of this product, as well as for my own body's sake, I am completely cutting out stimulants (caffeine etc.) AND creatine until January, which will be well past the time that this log has ended.

I currently have 2 more weeks of E-BOL supplementation left that I will continue, however these two products have different claims/uses so I don't believe that it will hinder the true results much, if at all. Further supplementation will consist of: protein powder, multivitamin, and glucosamine. I've really cut out a lot of extra supplements in attempt to remain as objective as possible.

Pictures will be on a weekly basis. Take my competition pictures to be my "starting pics." Let's get down to the bottom of this!



-Triplewhammy

[jerry.]

hey triple. Glad to see you followed through with the competition. Looking good. Also interested in Anabolic pump so i'll be following along. Subs!

[DinoT1985]

Subscribed. Interested in seeing if this delivers and how long it's effective for. Was let down by how fast I became torrelant to Powerfull.

[K1M]

Bump!

[triplewhammy]

UPDATE
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(I apologize for the delay, with Holidays and all I'm sure you all know it's been hectic!)

Current weight: 171
Current bf: ~10%

I've been on Anabolic Pump for over a week now. Let me list my thoughts so as to organize them best:

1) I did NOT notice the instant sensation upon taking my first serving. According to USPlabs, those "in tune" with their own body's should be able to sense this. I however was unable to feel anything.

2) My joints have been feeling a LOT better since I've started this. In fact, I did smith-machine squats today which is a BIG improvement. I have not done real squats in over a year due to knee problems, I have only done leg press machine. So this was a major breakthrough. I've also noticed my elbow feeling better on pressdowns etc.

3) This stuff (powder form) tastes like ABSOLUTE sin. I'm not kidding here. The taste of this stuff makes bulk CEE look amazing. I literally either wince or gag when thinking about this stuff in powder form. Luckily for me, my Cap-M-Quik (purchased solely because of this product) came today and I took my first pain-free dose. However, because of the disgusting taste (can only be described as "chemical") I only took 1 dose, post-workout, the past 2 or 3 days...I literally could not handle it anymore. I will be resuming 3-a-days for the remainder of the log.

4) There has been a DEFINITE pump effect. The day of my competition (Nov. 18th) I stopped taking caffeine, creatine, and NO2 (to resensitize) and I won't be taking them til Jan 1st. Thus, I can say with 99% certainty that the pumps I'm getting in the gym, which btw are quite nice, are from this product. These pumps feel more like hard, dry pumps (similar to X-Factor pumps) as opposed to NO2 "puffy"-type pumps. Thumbs up here.

5) I don't know if it's my body getting sick due to changing weather here in Illinois or if it's this product, but lately I've been getting quite nauseous and sick to my stomach feeling (no throwing up however). Could also be linked to the taste of this stuff (seriously). More frequent trips to the bathroom could be a result as well, or maybe just the increased food intake.

6) Not sure about the "Anabolic" part of "Anabolic Pump" as of yet. Seems too quick to say. My lifts are all increasing, but then again I'm back to bulking so who knows. Not really any increased energy/endurance while lifting to note of.

7) I HAVE gained a bit of fat, which is disappointing. In all fairness though, my dosing hasn't been what it should be. We'll see in the coming weeks.

8) I have NOT noticed any hypo-glycemic type of responses as of yet. Not that I necessarily SHOULD, but I want to note this as well. I have not felt "light-headed" after taking a dose (and then carbs 15 min later). This could be seen as a good or bad thing I suppose.


So far, this product has been pretty solid, but I still think it's too early to tell whether or not it's the "Holy Grail." More updates to come!


-triple

[Segansational]

Subscribed. Good luck! Also, I asked this on the Anabolic Pump thread, but do you know the mechanism by which this product claims to utilize insulin only in muscles cells and not fat cells?

[Dallas68]

damn subscribed simply cause bro without being too homo, your body looks very good. haha lean and mean

[triplewhammy]

A few more thoughts regarding AP:

Although I have gained a slight amount of fat, I DO believe that AP has definitely helped in this area, looking back. Again, realize that I have just come off of a 6 month cut (pre-contest) so my metabolism was slowed down. The past two weeks let me just say that I've REALLY put AP to the test, as far as fat prevention goes. Believe it or not, in the past two weeks I've eaten at all of these places... !

Chinese Buffet
Chinese take-out
Thanksgiving Meal
Mcdonald's
Taco Bell
Pizza Hut
Wendy's
Burger King
Monical's
Jimmy John's

So, yes I gained a bit of fat, as well as a lot of water weight back, but I DO think AP has minimized the damage. I mean honestly, how many of you could have your physique survive a beating like that? Anyway, my proper eating will resume this week.


Next, today I had a GREAT workout. At a weight of 171 pounds, I deadlifted 325x8, 335x8, and 345x6, so double my bodyweight for reps. Now, ALSO remember that I've put AP to the test in the strength department too. I stopped taking all creatine or stimulants (caffeine etc) the day of my competition, so the fact that I'm already putting up these numbers does give a hint of credit to AP. Remember, I am treading lightly in order to remain unbiased.

Lastly, again a side-effect that users have reported (as have I) is that my JOINTS are feeling better. Yes, I am taking glucosamine, but I HAVE BEEN for about 3 months now. So that shouldn't be an issue here.

Hopefully, these thoughts will provide some more insight for this supplement.

The log continues!


-triple

[kappaz]

subscribed

[sublimejeh]

Subscribed. Lookin forward to the log bro!!!

[xenowang]

Subbed.

[triplewhammy]

FINAL UPDATE
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Weight 174 lbs
bf ~ 10%

Ok, I ended Yellow Gold / pre-Anabolic Pump this past week and have had a few days off of it to compare. Let me say that this stuff is great. While I was on it, I noticed a DEFINITE increase in strength, definite increase in mass (as seen by weight gain), very noticeable joint improvement, and little to no fat gain. These past couple weeks after my competition I have not eaten as cleanly as I generally do, and this product without a doubt minimized the damage. As I said before, the pumps you get from this product are not merely NO2 pumps, they feel dense and thick.

Let's just say that right now I am REALLY missing this product and can't wait until it hits the shelves. I started taking cAMPHIBOLIC just to keep the fat accumulation to a minimum while I wait! If you are an ectomorph, my only caution to you is that you may have to eat even MORE if you take this product. While I was taking it, I felt like an ectomorph in that I could pretty much eat whatever and not gain hardly any fat. I would consider myself a mesomorph with endo tendencies. I previously posted a list of all the places I've eaten recently, and trust me when I say I would have about 2-3 pounds more of fat on me right now without the YG/AP. While taking this product, it feels as if every meal is more "anabolic" in that a majority of the nutrients go to muscle and away from fat.

I don't know quite what else to say. If any of you do not believe the "hype" (and yes there is quite a bit of it) then just wait for more logs. I will most definitely be taking this product many more times in the future. Also, from what I hear, the final version coming out any time now will actually be slightly improved from this version... two thumbs up!

-triple

[naturalguy]

Congrats on your first competition. It's nice to have some actual competitors posting here.

How soon after your competition did you start Anabolic Pump? The reason I ask is that it is normal to gain very easily after a competition even without supplements.

[triplewhammy]

Originally Posted by naturalguy

Congrats on your first competition. It's nice to have some actual competitors posting here.

How soon after your competition did you start Anabolic Pump? The reason I ask is that it is normal to gain very easily after a competition even without supplements.

excellent question. I actually started Anabolic Pump the day of my competition, and YES it is easy to gain after any cutting cycle, especially contest dieting. The weight gain I do not necessarily attribute to AP. But, keep in mind that I did not gain hardly any fat in two weeks of basically eating all-out whatever. My goal was to channel the "rebound" effect of post-contest eating into muscle and away from fat. I feel that AP successfully helped me achieve this.

-triple

feel free to keep the questions coming. I know this is a fairly controversial supplement. i'll try to answer questions as best I can.

[Keg_Chested]

Originally Posted by triplewhammy

A few more thoughts regarding AP:

Although I have gained a slight amount of fat, I DO believe that AP has definitely helped in this area, looking back. Again, realize that I have just come off of a 6 month cut (pre-contest) so my metabolism was slowed down. The past two weeks let me just say that I've REALLY put AP to the test, as far as fat prevention goes. Believe it or not, in the past two weeks I've eaten at all of these places... !

Chinese Buffet
Chinese take-out
Thanksgiving Meal
Mcdonald's
Taco Bell
Pizza Hut
Wendy's
Burger King
Monical's
Jimmy John's

So, yes I gained a bit of fat, as well as a lot of water weight back, but I DO think AP has minimized the damage. I mean honestly, how many of you could have your physique survive a beating like that? Anyway, my proper eating will resume this week.


Next, today I had a GREAT workout. At a weight of 171 pounds, I deadlifted 325x8, 335x8, and 345x6, so double my bodyweight for reps. Now, ALSO remember that I've put AP to the test in the strength department too. I stopped taking all creatine or stimulants (caffeine etc) the day of my competition, so the fact that I'm already putting up these numbers does give a hint of credit to AP. Remember, I am treading lightly in order to remain unbiased.

Lastly, again a side-effect that users have reported (as have I) is that my JOINTS are feeling better. Yes, I am taking glucosamine, but I HAVE BEEN for about 3 months now. So that shouldn't be an issue here.

Hopefully, these thoughts will provide some more insight for this supplement.

The log continues!


-triple

Jesus Christ, thanks for the insight. Snagging a bottle when Jacob gets em in $$

[triplewhammy]

Originally Posted by Keg_Chested

Jesus Christ, thanks for the insight. Snagging a bottle when Jacob gets em in $$

ha yes! let me say if you are an endomorph this product is basically the magic bullet. that's not to say this product isn't great for ecto's, but in all honesty the partitioning effects of this product are amazing. I never eat crappy fast food like I did the past couple weeks. I just needed a break, as I had been slowly cutting since July and basically gone mad. I'd pop some Anabolic Pump then head to a fast food joint haha.

Also, remember that I stopped taking creatine, no2, and stimulants. IMO the extra food will only do so much as far as intensity in the gym is concerned. going from all those supps to nothing would normally kill my strength/intensity in the gym. The AP stepped up in the strength department too, again amazing. My only regret? Not stocking up on the NP yellow gold sale a few weeks back.

-triple

[Keg_Chested]

Originally Posted by triplewhammy

ha yes! let me say if you are an endomorph this product is basically the magic bullet. that's not to say this product isn't great for ecto's, but in all honesty the partitioning effects of this product are amazing. I never eat crappy fast food like I did the past couple weeks. I just needed a break, as I had been slowly cutting since July and basically gone mad. I'd pop some Anabolic Pump then head to a fast food joint haha.

Also, remember that I stopped taking creatine, no2, and stimulants. IMO the extra nutrients will only do so much as far as intensity in the gym is concerned, going from all those supps to nothing. The AP stepped up in the strength department too, again amazing. My only regret? Not stocking up on the NP yellow gold sale a few weeks back.

-triple

I'm hella endo and this excites me a little, I've been eating under maintenance for about 5 months or so while I recomp my piss-poor body so I havent really had a chance to gain too much mass by simply eating in excess.

Did you sign up with that USP inside circle thing? Supposedly giving a decent discount.

[triplewhammy]

Originally Posted by Keg_Chested

I'm hella endo and this excites me a little, I've been eating under maintenance for about 5 months or so while I recomp my piss-poor body so I havent really had a chance to gain too much mass by simply eating in excess.

Did you sign up with that USP inside circle thing? Supposedly giving a decent discount.

If you are an extreme endo you may not be able to throw caution to the wind while taking AP. BUT, you should definitely be able to eat more (mainly carbs) and prevent/lose fat. This product may very well be a staple for you once you try it. I am generally very good at losing fat/keeping muscle while cutting, but not so good at gaining muscle/minimizing fat while bulking so this product is what i've been looking for as well.

As far as the insider circle I did sign up. Unfortunately I think my stupid spam blocker blocked the emails LOL.

-triple

[Yrat]

i'm seein a huge increase in traps between the last two pics, nice work. chest also looks fuller (huge enough already!) but that could be the difference in lighting.

[Keg_Chested]

Originally Posted by triplewhammy

If you are an extreme endo you may not be able to throw caution to the wind while taking AP. BUT, you should definitely be able to eat more (mainly carbs) and prevent/lose fat. This product may very well be a staple for you once you try it. I am generally very good at losing fat/keeping muscle while cutting, but not so good at gaining muscle/minimizing fat while bulking so this product is what i've been looking for as well.

As far as the insider circle I did sign up. Unfortunately I think my stupid spam blocker blocked the emails LOL.

-triple

I don't think I could throw caution to the wind even if I knew AP would block ALL of it, it would just feel weird at this point. Deffinitely looking foward to this product

[jwhite622]

Man,

Thank you for the "real" feedback--unbiased at least...

I'll be following this product until it's release, but let us know if you see any negative short term effects...I've read up on insulin release and etc., and am wondering how the body will react once you get off AP.

By the way, you have a great physique and solid definition--I understand the hard work it takes to prepare for competitions, so more power to ya! Good luck in the future...

[triplewhammy]

Originally Posted by jwhite622

Man,

Thank you for the "real" feedback--unbiased at least...

I'll be following this product until it's release, but let us know if you see any negative short term effects...I've read up on insulin release and etc., and am wondering how the body will react once you get off AP.

By the way, you have a great physique and solid definition--I understand the hard work it takes to prepare for competitions, so more power to ya! Good luck in the future...

This product has been released now. In fact, I just took my first dose last night of the actual "Anabolic Pump" (even better than the Yellow Gold beta product!). My legs were definitely exploding with each rep. I encourage anyone who is skeptical to simply purchase ONE bottle and see what happens. Strength gains are almost instantaneous for me, with mass and fat loss/prevention following.

-triple

[MAX-OT-IVAN]

Ok, so this is basically a product to help strength and prevent fat loss? Sorry, I am a bit unclear of the "reason" to buy and try this product.

Thanks.

[triplewhammy]

Originally Posted by MAX-OT-IVAN

Ok, so this is basically a product to help strength and prevent fat loss? Sorry, I am a bit unclear of the "reason" to buy and try this product.

Thanks.

LOL well I'm not going to try and convince you then. Especially if you think a product that helps strength and prevents fat loss is laughable.

My intent wasn't to "sell" anyone on this product. If you want to give it a try I believe you will love it. If not, no biggie.

-triple

[MAX-OT-IVAN]

Originally Posted by triplewhammy

LOL well I'm not going to try and convince you then. Especially if you think a product that helps strength and prevents fat loss is laughable.

My intent wasn't to "sell" anyone on this product. If you want to give it a try I believe you will love it. If not, no biggie.

-triple

Ummm, I think you did not understand my intent. I am trying to get a real answer as to the reason one should buy this product. Is it the strength gain and fat prevention alone or is there more? Will this help gain size in some way, that sort of thing?
I also don't remember laughing about it. I am looking for honest direction. I know the experience you had with it. I also take many supplements so If I am going to add something I want to make sure I am overlapping or buying/taking more than I need at one time. Especially due to the amount of money I already spend.

Thanks.

[triplewhammy]

Originally Posted by MAX-OT-IVAN

Ummm, I think you did not understand my intent. I am trying to get a real answer as to the reason one should buy this product. Is it the strength gain and fat prevention alone or is there more? Will this help gain size in some way, that sort of thing?
I also don't remember laughing about it. I am looking for honest direction. I know the experience you had with it. I also take many supplements so If I am going to add something I want to make sure I am overlapping or buying/taking more than I need at one time. Especially due to the amount of money I already spend.

Thanks.

Well just from the "tone" of your post it seemed as if you were hinting that it would be unimpressive for a supplement to give strength gains and fat loss simultaneously. Anyway, here is what I get from AP:

-Dense, hard muscle pumps
-Fat prevention
-Noticeable increase in strength
-Better feeling in joints
-Slight size gain (as in, more than without AP)


-triple "is that it?" whammy

Keep in mind, that size follows strength gains so it's incorrect to assume that strength gains are worthless. Progressive overload is what tears muscle fiber.

[MAX-OT-IVAN]

Originally Posted by triplewhammy

Well just from the "tone" of your post it seemed as if you were hinting that it would be unimpressive for a supplement to give strength gains and fat loss simultaneously. Anyway, here is what I get from AP:

-Dense, hard muscle pumps
-Fat prevention
-Noticeable increase in strength
-Better feeling in joints
-Slight size gain (as in, more than without AP)


-triple "is that it?" whammy

Keep in mind, that size follows strength gains so it's incorrect to assume that strength gains are worthless. Progressive overload is what tears muscle fiber.

Thanks, that is why I hate this type of communication, people misinterpret tone all the time and get all sensitive.

Those are all great things. I would really enjoy better feeling joints for sure as the heavier I have been able to lift the worse they seem to have gotten.

Who is assuming that strength gains are worthless? Stop putting words in my mouth man.. I am all about gaining strength as size does follow. My gains in strength have been dramatic over the past 4 months and the weight I have gained has shown for it.

Thank you again and thanks for the review

[MaddenMuscle]

A lot of unnecessary hostility in the air. Lets just eat some anabolic pump!

[triplewhammy]

Originally Posted by MAX-OT-IVAN

Thanks, that is why I hate this type of communication, people misinterpret tone all the time and get all sensitive.

Those are all great things. I would really enjoy better feeling joints for sure as the heavier I have been able to lift the worse they seem to have gotten.

Who is assuming that strength gains are worthless? Stop putting words in my mouth man.. I am all about gaining strength as size does follow. My gains in strength have been dramatic over the past 4 months and the weight I have gained has shown for it.

Thank you again and thanks for the review

Well apparently the word "reason" in your post, enclosed in quotes, is what made me believe that you thought there wasn't a legitimate reason to purchase this product.

Also, you questioned whether this product helps gain mass in addition to strength. I told you that size follows strength. Then, in your next post you said "I am all about gaining strength as size does follow." Those posts don't line up.

Because of the controversy surrounding this product, my stance will remain the same: I have used it and am reporting my results. I will not attempt to convince you to buy this product. You must determine that for yourself.

-triple

P.S. It is hilarious to question "is there more" for a product that increases strength and decreases fat. Those two goals are fundamental. The mass is more on the part of your diet. That is why I never understood your question of the "reason" to buy it. The reason should be obvious, but again I recommend continuing to follow logs and decide for yourself.

[triplewhammy]

Originally Posted by MaddenMuscle

A lot of unnecessary hostility in the air. Lets just eat some anabolic pump!

agreed.