[Dinitro] Comprehensive Crystal Dinitrophenol 2,4 Log [25 Days] [DNP Arrived: 9/5/2015]

Jax Jaximus

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Background
I'm a 25yo Middle-Eastern/Caucasian Male with no known ailments other than injury and no known allergies. I am brand new to the forum but have sporadically lurked. I am NOT new to bodybuilding or PED/AAS, albeit having an unimpressive physique currently. I suffered some occupational injuries overseas in the middle east and gave up due to depression for a couple of years. No training and a diet that consisted of a pizza a day + other junk will ruin a physique.
Prior to that, I was a great example of an athletic specimen and a meso/endo. I have extensive educational and occupational experience in healthcare and am currently pursuing an SMP in physiology. I have spent the last 4 months on a twice-daily exercise regimen successfully rehabilitating an injured right hip and right knee. I went from a skinny-fat 174lb weakling with no mobility or endurance to a stronger-than-average-gym-goer at approximately the same bodyfat % with much improved mobility at 205-210lbs. I still experience pain in both my right knee and right hip, but it is greatly decreased now.
I have no recent history of supplementation or AAS/PED use. Recent meaning the past 3 years. Prior to that I have run 3 cycles that included the use of: Test Enanthate, NPP, Tren Acetate, HCG, Nolva, Clomid. I lost EVERYTHING I have ever gained and am currently in the worst shape of my life. I am not looking for criticism. The focus of this is the log.

The Cycle & Goals
The cycle is going to last 25 days, from September 7th - October 2nd. I will be logging results for an additional 14 days afterwards, for a total log time of 40 days from September 6th - October 16th. My primary goal is to recomp, taking advantage of the non-proteolytic fat loss aided by DNP while maintaining a strict lifestyle in regards to diet, exercise, and sleep. I will not be aiming for any specific numbers, as I feel that would get in the way of the big picture: a stellar amount of fat loss in a short amount of time.

September 6: Preparation Day
Sep 7 - Oct 2: DNP Administraton Phase
Oct 3 - Oct 16: Recovery Phase

What to Expect from this Log
Daily updates with a static format:

Date: MM/DD/YY
Log Date: Day of Phase
AM Weight: ##lbs PM Weight: ##lbs Avg Weight: ##lbs

Administration: Dosage/Timing
Supplementation: Name, Dosage, Timing

AM Workout: Split info w/ numbers and review of how I felt during.
PM Workout: Split info w/ numbers and review of how I felt during.

Day's Diet:
Will be very simple, following a low carb approach.

Oral Temp @ Times:
8am, 12pm, 4pm, 8pm

General Review: To include side effects, performance expectations vs results, and random notations taken from throughout the day.

Things to Remember I Will Exclude from Daily Updates
1) Every workout, whether it is my AM or PM workout, is preceded by my standard warm-up.
-----------Warm Up-----------
Kettlebell Swings: 20lb x 20
Rear Lunge Lunge: BW x 20
Squat & Toe Touch: 20
Ab Bicycle: 15 per side
Lying Prone Row: 20
Laying Body Twist: 10 per side
Windmill: 10 per Side
Shoulder Dislocates w/ Broomstick: 20
Around-the-Worlds w/ Broomstick: 10 per side
Push Up: 20

Foam Roll IT Band, Quad, Adductors, Hamstrings, Glutes, Lats


2) After every workout, I perform ~20 minutes of contraction assisted stretches from head to toe. I wont get into it since it varies from work out to work out.

3) I do not partake in the use of alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, or recreational party drugs.

4) A '*' preceding an exercise means I struggle with it in any given situation due to my Hx of injury. If I take away the '*' it means I have hit a point where I no longer struggle.

5) AM Workout is fasted. PM Workout precedes Dinner Meal.

First post comes this evening, if there is anything else I should include please let me know!
I will post before & after pictures at the end of the log with progress every 10 days.
 
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Date: 09/07/15
Log Date: Prep Day
AM Weight: 208.8lbs PM Weight: 212.6lbs Avg Weight: 210.7lbs

Administration: N/A

Supplementation
Man Scorch - 2 caps x 8:00am, 12:00pm, 4:00pm
QuadraLean - 2 caps x 8:00am, 12:00pm, 4:00pm
Red Rice Yeast - 600mg x 8:00am, 12:00pm, 4:00pm
Cholestoff - 1 sv. x 8:00am, 12:00pm, 4:00pm
CLA - 1g x 8:00am, 12:00pm, 4:00pm
Fish Oil(1200mg, 600mg O3FA) - 1 cap x 8:00am, 12:00pm, 4:00pm
Vitamin D3 - 5000iu x 8:00am, 12:00pm, 4:00pm
Vitamin C - 1g x 8:00am, 12:00pm, 4:00pm
Prenatal Multi - 1 x 8:00am, 12:00pm, 4:00pm

[Combo: Wake Up/Post AMWO/PMWO]
16oz PediaLyte
25g Unflavored Hydrowhey
25g Maltodextrin
Taurine, Creatine Mono, BCAA - 5g each
200mg R-ALA


AM Workout - Lower Body & Climbing Functional Strength
[Lower Body Circuit]
Reps are performed slowly with an emphasis on form.
*Side Lateral Step: 2 x 20/side with no resistance
*Glute Bridge: 2 x 30 seconds with no added weight.
*Box Step Downs: 2 x 20/side with no added weight.
*Forward Lunge: 2 x 10/side with no added weight

[Climbing Circuit on Pull-Up Bar]
Reps are performed slowly with a 1 second hold at the top.
Straight-Arm Pull: 10 repetitions
Heel Hook: 5 repetitions
Pull-Up: 5 repetitions
Leg Tuck: 8 repetitions
Chin Up: 5 repetitions

*Cardio: I'm working on learning to run well again and on a self-made walk to run progression program.

2 x 60 second Runs @ 80% Effort w/ 4 minutes of fast walking in between each sprint, making sure to focus on keeping my toes pointed forward, emphasizing the glute contraction.

PM Workout - Chest & Core

[Chest Segment]
Bench Press Super-Setted w/ DB Fly
Set 1: 135lb x 15 [SS] 30lb x 10
Set 2: 155lb x 12 [SS] 30lb x 10
Set 3/4: 175lb x 8 [SS] 30lb x 10
Incline DB Press Super-Setted w/ Push-Up
Set 1: 40lb x 15 [SS] 20 Push Up
Set 2: 50lb x 12 [SS] 20 Push Up
Set 3: 60lb x 10 [SS] 15 Push Up
Set 4: 65lb x 8 [SS] 10 Push Up
Bodyweight Dips Super-Setted w/ Hammer Strength Chest Press
Set 1: 12 [SS] 90lb x 25
Set 2: 12 [SS] 180lb x 15
Set 3/4: 12 [SS] 230lb x 12
Level Cable Crossover
7 sets of 5 plates/cable for 30 reps, 20 seconds rest/set

[Core Circuit]
Plank:
1 x 45 seconds
Side Plank: 1 x 30 seconds/side
Quadraplex: 1 x 30 seconds/side
6" Straight Leg Raise: 1 x 30 seconds

Today's Diet
Breakfast: 16oz Egg Whites, 1 TBSP Olive Oil, 2 Cooked Large Tomatoes, 1 Cup Brown Rice
Brunch: 10oz Tilapia, 4 Cups of Kale/Arugula w/ Red Wine Vinegar, 1 TBSP Olive Oil
Lunch: 10oz Chicken, 4 Cups of Kale/Arugula w/ Balsamic Vinegar, 1 TBSP Olive Oil
Pre-WO: 9oz Yellowfin Tuna Steak, 4oz Pulled Pork, 2 Cups Kale/Arugula/Vinegar, 1/2 Cup White Rice
Dinner: 10oz Salmon, 2 Cups Kale/Arugula w/ Red Wine Vinegar, 1/2 Cup White Rice

Oral Temp @ Times: 0800 - 98.2, 1200 - 98.3, 1600 - 98.7, 2000 - [will update]

General Review: I have not started the DNP regimen. Today was a preparation day to start supplementing the 'ancillary' regimen while stepping up my workouts from purely physical therapy to an AM functional split followed by a PM bodybuilding split. I feel bright, outgoing, and energetic throughout the day from the time I wake up at 8am to the time I posted this. I had no issues with the intensity or volume of today's workouts, and really wanted to push myself even further. My goal is to linearly increase performance [very slowly] on DNP. I will titrate my dose based on feel, taking due consideration of the delayed onset.

Workout Review: My lower body circuit was incredibly difficult, with step-downs proving almost impossible to complete. Each set of step downs took over 2 minutes to complete per side and left my hip muscles on fire! I felt very wobbly running and left myself with sore shins and legs, but was unable to tax myself aerobically. The climbing circuit was incredibly easy, and I could have reproduced the same circuit multiple times; reminder, I am exercising some restraint because this is a reintroduction to vigorous physical activity post-injury. I would like to see performance progress while on DNP. The chest workout was taxing and I felt a fantastic pump, and each set was performed with a great level of effort, almost to failure. The core circuit was easy enough to complete.

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Thanks Marcus! And grats on the first response :)
 
To clear up some clutter from each post, I will just include my supplementation and split in one post. This way I can clear up some clutter in each post. Also featured is my general split. I will not be deviating from either of these.

Supplementation

Man Scorch - 2 caps x 8:00am, 12:00pm, 4:00pm
QuadraLean - 2 caps x 8:00am, 12:00pm, 4:00pm
Red Rice Yeast - 600mg x 8:00am, 12:00pm, 4:00pm
Cholestoff - 1 sv. x 8:00am, 12:00pm, 4:00pm
CLA - 1g x 8:00am, 12:00pm, 4:00pm
Fish Oil(1200mg, 600mg O3FA) - 1 cap x 8:00am, 12:00pm, 4:00pm
Vitamin D3 - 5000iu x 8:00am, 12:00pm, 4:00pm
Vitamin C - 1g x 8:00am, 12:00pm, 4:00pm
Prenatal Multi - 1 x 8:00am, 12:00pm, 4:00pm

[Combo: Wake Up/Post AMWO/PMWO]
16oz PediaLyte
25g Unflavored Hydrowhey
25g Maltodextrin
Taurine, Creatine Mono, BCAA - 5g each
200mg R-ALA

General Split(Functional AM/Bodybuilding PM)
Day 1: (AM) Lower Body/Climbing (PM) Chest + Core
Day 2: (AM) Power Routine (PM) Legs (Ham Focus) + Calves
Day 3: (AM) Lower Body/Climbing (PM) Back + Core
Day 4: (AM) Power Routine (PM) Shoulders + Forearms
Day 5: (AM)
Lower Body/Climbing (PM) Legs (Quad Focus) + Calves
Day 6: (AM) Power Routine (PM) Arms + Core
Day 7: Rest

Lower Body Routine: Focuses on hip stability/mobility and glute mobilization. Exercises vary each workout.

Power Routine: Utilizes olympic lifts, power lifts, and other explosive movements not to failure, but focusing on weights that are still taxing in a 1-3 rep range. The point is not to increase the lifts linearly, but to develop proper and healthy neuromuscular patterns.

Climbing Routine: I'm a firm believer that human beings, as primates, have an incredible capacity for climbing-style movements. I will be slowly improving my climbing abilities with various functional exercises, increasing the volume and intensity very slowly over a long period of time. I'm quite heavy, and perfectly humble about my capabilities.

Core Routine: Core refers to both the abdominal and posterior chain aspects. With 3 core days per week, they will respectively focus on 1 type of exercise per day:

Day 1: Isometic contraction for time.
Day 3: Dynamic extension and flexion
Day 6: Dynamic twisting

Calf Routine: Calves are my weak point, and in the past I have gotten them to grow by frequent training with moderate volume, moderate weight, slow repetitions, and low rest.
 
Running DNP, you should consider NAC- n-acetyl cysteine for anti-oxidants. Also, my thyroid shuts down on DNP. Making me dog tired. Look into t3- but most people run it with a testosterone base.
 
Running DNP, you should consider NAC- n-acetyl cysteine for anti-oxidants. Also, my thyroid shuts down on DNP. Making me dog tired. Look into t3- but most people run it with a testosterone base.

I have NAC on hand that I will include tomorrow. It would be misleading to include it today :)

I will not be running it with T3. Exogenous T3 will do more to shut me down after coming off than DNP itself. DNP inhibits T4 conversion. This ceases after DNP clears the system.

I want to see how I respond to DNP alone. Afterwards I will be creating another log for an AAS cycle since I homebrew.
 
There's really nothing you need to supplement with when running DNP. Just run it, make sure to eat in a caloric deficit to optimize fat loss, get in high protein, and keep exercise intense but low volume and short duration.
 
There's really nothing you need to supplement with when running DNP. Just run it, make sure to eat in a caloric deficit to optimize fat loss, get in high protein, and keep exercise intense but low volume and short duration.

My apologies, but I have consulted with a few friends who have some knowledge on DNP/mitochondrial uncoupling ... they happen to be M.D's at DU here in Colorado.

I am not trying to discredit you in anyway, since your name implies you might have a Ph.D or MD in [possibly] related fields. I appreciate your input :)

What they have briefed me on has contributed to my belief that I would benefit from a stimulant to combat the lethargy, a multi-pronged antioxidant regimen, and a "reload" a few times a day with R-ALA to help restore lost electrolytes, aminos, and volume. The other supplements are what I will run anyway even when I am off DNP. Cholestoff/RRY have done wonders for my HDL/LDL, and I feel as if my well being is greatly improved when I combine D3, fish oil, and CLA for more than a few days.
 
My apologies, but I have consulted with a few friends who have some knowledge on DNP/mitochondrial uncoupling ... they happen to be M.D's at DU here in Colorado.

I am not trying to discredit you in anyway, since your name implies you might have a Ph.D or MD in [possibly] related fields. I appreciate your input :)

What they have briefed me on has contributed to my belief that I would benefit from a stimulant to combat the lethargy, a multi-pronged antioxidant regimen, and a "reload" a few times a day with R-ALA to help restore lost electrolytes, aminos, and volume. The other supplements are what I will run anyway even when I am off DNP. Cholestoff/RRY have done wonders for my HDL/LDL, and I feel as if my well being is greatly improved when I combine D3, fish oil, and CLA for more than a few days.

My name doesn't imply anything beyond being a forum screen name.

You don't need a stimulant to combat lethargy. The less stress you place on your heart the better. You should be getting plenty of fluids, electrolytes, and aminos from your diet and I'm not sure how R-ALA will help with electrolytes or aminos. The anti-oxidant thing was mentioned as it was postulated it may help with the cataracts side effect of DNP which I believe only 3 males in the 30s were diagnosed with meaning he risk of cataracts is almost negligible.

Have you had your vitamin D levels checked? CLA is a worthless supplement. Placebo is what you're feeling.
 
good luck with this run, i had (arguably) my best results from DNP my first run with it

How much are you taking daily? if its low dose, low carb is manageable, but anything above 500mg is near impossible to combat the carb cravings
 
I will be posting twice tonight, since yesterday's events prevented me from transcribing my results from notebook to PC. A close friend ended up in the ICU because of a drunk driver, and he barely hit a stable point today (still somewhat questionable as to the extent of the damage.) He's an ODA 4 years from his eligibility for retirement, and was found to not be wearing all the protective gear required by the army. Some of you may know what this means for him. Please send good vibes his way. Moving on:

Date:
09/08/15
Log Date: Day 1 of Cycle
AM Weight: 209.6lbs PM Weight: 212.4lbs Avg Weight: 211.0lbs

Administration: 750mg Total. 250mg 8am/4pm/11pm.



AM Workout - Lower Body & Climbing Functional Strength
[Power & Mobility]

Reps are performed explosively with an emphasis on form and power, not repetitions.
i.e I can perform over 100 push ups with sub-maximal effort in one set, but my "army grade" form does not strike me as functional power.

*Barbell Jump Squats: 45lb x 10 reps x 3 sets
Plyo Clapping Push-Ups: 15 reps x 3 sets
*Hang Clean: 45lb x 10 reps, 100lbs x 3 reps, 115lbs x 3
*Cardio: 4 x 100yd All out sprints with 4 minutes rest in between each set.

PM Workout
I did not complete my bodybuilding split for the day because frankly, I prioritize my closest friends and family's well being over this log. I don't see this happening again.

[Today's Diet]
*
The diet outlined today will be identical on every day from here on out unless otherwise specified until the end of my DNP cycle. I won't have any issues sticking to it.
9am: 16oz Egg Whites, 1 TBSP Olive Oil, 3 Cooked Large Tomatoes, 1oz Feta Cheese, 1 Cup Brown Rice.

12pm: 12oz Lean Steak, 2C of Kale/Arugula w/ Red Wine Vinegar, 1 TBSP Olive Oil

2pm: 10oz Chicken, 2C Kale/Arugula w/ Balsamic Vinegar, 1 TBSP Olive Oil

4pm: 10-12oz Lean Grilled Fish, 2C Kale/Arugula w/ Red Wine Vinegar, 1 Cup Brown Rice

7pm: 10oz Salmon, 2C Kale/Arugula w/ Red Wine Vinegar

Oral Temp @ Times: 0800 - 98.0, 1200 - 98.2, 1600 - 98.4, 2000 - 98.4

General Review: Yes. I took 750mg CRYSTAL DNP today. This will be the dose I take every day until I see reason not to. I felt the first hit of heat about 1 hour after my first capsule, taken on an empty stomach. It was very brief and almost unnoticeable. Upon taking the 2nd capsule with a meal, I again noticed the 'hit' this time 2 hours after ingestion. It felt slightly stronger than the first, but certainly not compounded since the first dose felt nonexistant by now. My 3rd dose was interesting. I felt like the capsule was either coated in DNP or broke open in my throat. I experienced a nasty burning sensation all the way down my esophagus for exactly 12 minutes which was not abated by water. I will be swallowing the capsule in a skinless grape from now on haha. By bedtime I felt very slightly warmer than normal. Overall, today's results met my expectations given the delayed onset of DNP, with most users feeling the compounded dosages a few days in.

Workout Review: Zero difficulty performing my power routine today other than a lack of good ROM. Still wobbly and 'unnatural' feeling when I sprint. My power routine was done immediately after the first dose, so naturally I felt no difference.
 
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Date: 09/09/15
Log Date: Day 2 of Cycle
AM Weight: 209.4lbs PM Weight: 212.8lbs Avg Weight: 211.1lbs

Administration: 750mg Total. 250mg 9am/4pm/12pm.

[Today's Diet]
Same as outlined in post 13. No variations.



AM Workout - Lower Body & Climbing Functional Strength
[Lower Body Circuit]
Reps are performed slowly with an emphasis on form.
*Side Lateral Step: 2 x 20/side with no resistance
*Single Leg Glute Bridge on Bench: 2 x 10/side with no resistance
*Box Step Downs: 2 x 20/side with no added weight.
*Forward Lunge: 2 x 10/side with no added weight

[Climbing Circuit on Pull-Up Bar]
Reps are performed slowly with a 1 second hold at the top.
Straight-Arm Pull: 10 repetitions
Heel Hook: 5 repetitions
Pull-Up: 5 repetitions
Leg Tuck: 8 repetitions
Chin Up: 5 repetitions

PM Workout - Hamstrings & Calves
[Hamstrings]
Romanian Deadlift Supersetted w/ Seated Hamstring Curl
Set 1: 135lb x 15 [SS] 60lb x 15
Set 2: 155lb x 12 [SS] 60lb x 15
Set 3: 175lb x 10 [SS] 60lb x 15
Set 4: 185lb x 10 [SS] 60lb x 15
Wide Stance Squats Super-Setted w/ Lying Ham Curl
*
Squats on this day are performed with a 3 second negative and explosive positive.
Set 1-3: 135lb x 10 [SS] 75lb x 12
Glute Ham Raise
*This is a progression to an unassisted glute ham raise using the lat pull seat. I assist myself with the use of a bench to push off of, but make sure to keep the reps as difficult as possible.
Set 1-3: 15 repetitions
Single Leg Lying Hamstring Curl
4 sets of 3 plates x 12 2:2 second tempo reps

[Calves]
Calf Press on Leg Press Sled
*
My calves are a naturally weak point from the start, but grow extremely fast. I dont care to hit them heavy.
Set 1: Sled + 90lbs x 40 reps
Set 2: Sled + 140lbs x 30 reps
Set 3: Sled + 180lbs x 25 reps
Set 4: Sled + 225lbs x 20 reps
Set 5: Sled + 275lbs x 15 reps


Oral Temp @ Times: 0800 - 94.7, 1200 - 94.8, 1600 - 97.6, 2000 - 94.9
My apartment is so cold, it HAS to be affecting my "quick read" thermometer as is evidenced by the today's measurements. The only measurement not taken at home was 97.6 @ 1600.

General Review: I can definitely feel the burn today! If I'm not at my house, I'm sweating balls almost instantly. Sitting down in class leaves my seat back and seat drenched in sweat. Walking around leaves me breathing heavier than usual. Nothing else worth noting.

Workout Review: While I'm huffing and puffing just from walking across my house, my strength and overall endurance hasn't seem to taken a hit in the gym. Every movement is just more uncomfortable and I end up sweating after my first warm up set, rather than a few sets into my workout. The homemade supplement of pedialyte, creatine, taurine, and R-ALA really seems to be doing wonders for me, because my overall strength during my [Lower Body & Climbing Functional Workout] has increased dramatically in a couple of days. I've been on a similar physical therapy regimen with no supplementation, and haven't experienced a decreased need for effort and so much increased balance in a matter of days. Overall, I feel like I haven't taken a performance hit from DNP yet.
 
I have to say the feeling on low carb with DNP is FANTASTIC! Im constantly hot and sweating, and can literally feel the product working. Every movement takes a tiny bit more effort.

My apartment is 55 degrees right now (will upload a pic) ... and it feels 80 haha. Im greasy all the time, and my piss is like a dyed monster-yellow.
 
dnp shouldn't be affecting you yet as you're only on day 2 and its still building up, 750mg (crystal or powder) isn't meant for the long term or the first time user.. you'll see why in a couple days haha

if you continue with the low carb approach, keep a couple pespi's on hand as the fructose will help restore liver glycogen and will make you feel WAYYY better once the lethargy sets in
 
dnp shouldn't be affecting you yet as you're only on day 2 and its still building up, 750mg (crystal or powder) isn't meant for the long term or the first time user.. you'll see why in a couple days haha

if you continue with the low carb approach, keep a couple pespi's on hand as the fructose will help restore liver glycogen and will make you feel WAYYY better once the lethargy sets in
Typo in thread. Im ending day 3. I have felt it since yesterday :)
 
Idk whether to call you lucky or not. I was at over a gram of DNP a day and still barely felt it. Only very notcieable side was the neon yellow urine.
 
Idk whether to call you lucky or not. I was at over a gram of DNP a day and still barely felt it. Only very notcieable side was the neon yellow urine.
sounds like you had some under dosed crystal

when i make crystal dnp in a research lab (I'm sure its similar in an UGL) i go 50/50 dnp to whatever salt i want to react, so already its 50% whatever it was to begin with, then most UGL will cut it with cornstarch or something yellowish dropping the DNP dose even lower

long story short, pay the extra $ for powder ahah
 
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