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Building a Monster Upper Back

A huge and thick upper back is the hallmark of the alpha strength athlete. Only those with the fortitude and will to train with the requisite intensity will achieve the kind of upper back that literally intimidates and inspires awe in all who see it.

If you truly want the biggest and strongest back possible, it is necessary to combine the best of both the powerlifting and bodybuilding worlds!

Author: Christopher Mason Added: November 11th, 2009
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Old 11-06-2009, 12:59 PM   #1
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Any over the counter boost I can get for today?

I need to use the gym close to my work instead of close to my house today...of course I forgot all my pre-workout stimulants. It is just 1 nitor and a serving of results. I get really good workouts with this and I hate lifting without it. I am concerned today because I am going for both squat and bench PR's and I do not want to miss them and get off of my madcow schedule. Is there any over the counter stuff I can get to help me out? Or basically I am just stuck with buying an "energy" drink?
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Old 11-06-2009, 01:09 PM   #2
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I dunno if i'd be going for a new PR at a different gym. It might **** with you. The bench could be a differnt height, bars could be diffeernt...etc. I would hold off on the PR's for another day
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I dunno if i'd be going for a new PR at a different gym. It might **** with you. The bench could be a differnt height, bars could be diffeernt...etc. I would hold off on the PR's for another day
Well I frequently lift here so its not the first time. But I am on my friday day of madcow and I have not missed it yet...have to hit 265x3 on bench and 340x3 on squats. I think I can get the squats no problem, its the bench im concerned with...Nitor always helps me push through that last rep.
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Ahh I see. In that case, grab some caffeine pills. Take one about 15 mins before and you'll kill your PR
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Old 11-06-2009, 01:38 PM   #5
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I take Nitor and also take Xenadrine some and 3 X's are about the same as 2 Nitors! I think Nitor lasts longer though!
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Old 11-06-2009, 02:14 PM   #6
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Ya thinking about just picking up caffeine pills at the drug store. Problem is this is what I used to use and they wore out after a while...nothing gets me going like Nitor.
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If you are just looking for a one-time boost then any energy drink should work.

They may not be as potent as Nitor but should help to get you through your workout.
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I wouldn't get too bent out of shape over it. Just make sure you have a good meal before hand. Caffeine will help too.
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Just make sure you have a good meal before hand.
This...I rely on nutrition, not stimulants...but that's just me.
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