gotta love being able to cruise.
i bought some bacopa today, looking forward to seeing how it does for me. i took 100mg a few hrs ago, but (obviously) i haven’t noticed much of anything. (nor was i looking for one, just figured i’d toss it in while i cruise)
[quote]B rocK wrote:
gotta love being able to cruise.
i bought some bacopa today, looking forward to seeing how it does for me. i took 100mg a few hrs ago, but (obviously) i haven’t noticed much of anything. (nor was i looking for one, just figured i’d toss it in while i cruise)[/quote]
Yeh man keep us updated on the bacopa. I believe BBB said that bacopa has good anti anxiety effects, which Im interested in.
Just throwing this out there, as this seems to be the most applicable thread. I have this routine in the mornings that seems to be a bridge between low-grade supplementation and exercise for my skull’s fat blob.
For supplements;
45 min prior: Scoop Power Drive, 2tsp Fish Oil, Vitamin E
15 min prior: 3 cups Green Tea, 1 energy drink (200mg caffeine, high doses of B-vitamins), 32mg Ephedrine, 3 Cold Fx (Works wonders for lung capacity)
Exercise: Jump on the elliptical and go as hard and fast as possible, trying to max out my VO2
As for effects, and the purpose of posting in this thread. It seems that around 30 minutes in, I feel a surge of blood and oxygen to my head, it seems different from typical endorphin rushes. Mental clarity rushes in and the world seems to be made of happiness. Also, I seem to be able to breathe and consciously partition blood to my brain upon will in this state.
Also, for a few hours after cessation of cardio, I seem to have incredibly enhanced memory recollection (I have aced 3 out of my 5 finals thus far with this routine). Have not tested it with learning, but have hopes for it.
My questions are, if they can be answered:
What the hell is happening? Is it just the nutrients being carried by an abundance of oxygen to my brain?
As my supplement list shows, it is pretty low-grade (Cold-Fx is not for this purpose, but more-so to allow me to work harder). Any other supplements that could theoretically work well with this routine?
Any dangers or ‘alarm bells’ that went off in reading any of this, or for added supplementation?
Hey all,
Just wanted to give a quick update on my anecdotal “dart playing” evidence. The first two weeks I was on vinpo and DMAE I did not notice any appreciable gain in focus or at least any increased ability to hit my target. After that I added aniracetam to the mix and also had a week break through the thanksgiving holidays. Well Wed and Thurs are my dart nights so this was the second week back and second week with ANI in the mix. Also I think there is a ramp up effect with the others so I wasn’t surprised there was no immediate effects.
However, I just had by far my 2 best nights of throwing darts back to back. On wednesday I averages a 32 ppd in our 01 game and my season average is 25. That is a HUGE jump and I was pretty locked on all night. My highest game was a 41 ppd in which I started off with a hat trick (3 bullseyes) and finished in 4 rounds. My closer was 2 bullseyes and a triple 14 (142 out).
Also my very last round of the night I did something I had not previously done in this league, I hit a high ton, which is just anything scored over 150. I had 198 left and it was a team game, so I wanted to leave my partner with a one dart out and in the last game you have to hit a double to close the game. I proceded to hit 2 bullseyes and then a triple 20 for a 160, leaving my partner with a 38 (double 19) which he then took out to win the game for us.
So that was all on wednesday night, last night, Thursday, we play cricket. My season average is a 2.59 MPR or mark per round. Last night I finished with a 3.25 MPR, which again is statistically very significant. I was totally in the zone both nights and could just lock and 90% of the time deliver the dart to a very small target area. It’s very encouraging and I hope to continue to have this increased ability to lock into the zone.
V
[quote]silverhydra wrote:
Just throwing this out there, as this seems to be the most applicable thread. I have this routine in the mornings that seems to be a bridge between low-grade supplementation and exercise for my skull’s fat blob.
For supplements;
45 min prior: Scoop Power Drive, 2tsp Fish Oil, Vitamin E
15 min prior: 3 cups Green Tea, 1 energy drink (200mg caffeine, high doses of B-vitamins), 32mg Ephedrine, 3 Cold Fx (Works wonders for lung capacity)
Exercise: Jump on the elliptical and go as hard and fast as possible, trying to max out my VO2
As for effects, and the purpose of posting in this thread. It seems that around 30 minutes in, I feel a surge of blood and oxygen to my head, it seems different from typical endorphin rushes. Mental clarity rushes in and the world seems to be made of happiness. Also, I seem to be able to breathe and consciously partition blood to my brain upon will in this state.
Also, for a few hours after cessation of cardio, I seem to have incredibly enhanced memory recollection (I have aced 3 out of my 5 finals thus far with this routine). Have not tested it with learning, but have hopes for it.
My questions are, if they can be answered:
What the hell is happening? Is it just the nutrients being carried by an abundance of oxygen to my brain?
As my supplement list shows, it is pretty low-grade (Cold-Fx is not for this purpose, but more-so to allow me to work harder). Any other supplements that could theoretically work well with this routine?
Any dangers or ‘alarm bells’ that went off in reading any of this, or for added supplementation?
[/quote]
I think you sort of answered your own question.
Your definitely getting a blast of neuro’s , especially dopamine and norepinepherine from the Tyrosine. These will help with thinking, memory recall.
I think there is something to be said about physical activity and cognitive ability.
I’m a huge music and art fan, I have seen in countless documentaries done on artists, and a lot of them have mentioned time and time again, that for creative inspiration, they often go on walks.
This has always stuck out with me. In that, so many of them said that. I think the physical exercise, even from something as minute as walking, is enough to illicit some sort of cognitive enhancing process.
[quote]Vegita wrote:
Hey all,
Just wanted to give a quick update on my anecdotal “dart playing” evidence. The first two weeks I was on vinpo and DMAE I did not notice any appreciable gain in focus or at least any increased ability to hit my target. After that I added aniracetam to the mix and also had a week break through the thanksgiving holidays. Well Wed and Thurs are my dart nights so this was the second week back and second week with ANI in the mix. Also I think there is a ramp up effect with the others so I wasn’t surprised there was no immediate effects.
However, I just had by far my 2 best nights of throwing darts back to back. On wednesday I averages a 32 ppd in our 01 game and my season average is 25. That is a HUGE jump and I was pretty locked on all night. My highest game was a 41 ppd in which I started off with a hat trick (3 bullseyes) and finished in 4 rounds. My closer was 2 bullseyes and a triple 14 (142 out).
Also my very last round of the night I did something I had not previously done in this league, I hit a high ton, which is just anything scored over 150. I had 198 left and it was a team game, so I wanted to leave my partner with a one dart out and in the last game you have to hit a double to close the game. I proceded to hit 2 bullseyes and then a triple 20 for a 160, leaving my partner with a 38 (double 19) which he then took out to win the game for us.
So that was all on wednesday night, last night, Thursday, we play cricket. My season average is a 2.59 MPR or mark per round. Last night I finished with a 3.25 MPR, which again is statistically very significant. I was totally in the zone both nights and could just lock and 90% of the time deliver the dart to a very small target area. It’s very encouraging and I hope to continue to have this increased ability to lock into the zone.
V[/quote]
Thats awesome. I’ve noted that noops definitely help in my pool game.
Increased concentration and enhanced mind muscle connection - all equal success at gaming, especially more physical gaming such as pool, darts, bowling, etc - especially the ones that require hand eye coordination.
Right now I’m running Power Drive, vinpocetine and DMAE.
Hey Wiseguy,
Do you find that even w/ Power Drive you need extra DMAE? PD includes a small amount of DMAE and has a decently large dosage of another choline source.
Thanks,
Brian
[quote]KoldNet wrote:
Hey Wiseguy,
Do you find that even w/ Power Drive you need extra DMAE? PD includes a small amount of DMAE and has a decently large dosage of another choline source.
Thanks,
Brian[/quote]
Eh, I haven’t really noticed much of a difference unless I take A LOT more DMAE.
I’m talking about 1 1/2 grams. Minimum. Then I notice slightly improved energy level, focus and memory recall, versus just the Power Drive.
But then again, its nearly the same thing if I just take another scoop of Power Drive.
I have found that actually just some caffeine, such as a cup of coffee, can really ramp up PD’s effects.
I wonder how a Power Drive - Rhodiola - 1g DMAE stack would be. Me thinks nice.
For those of you who use Piracetam powder, where would you recommend me buying it from?
[quote]Serd wrote:
For those of you who use Piracetam powder, where would you recommend me buying it from?[/quote]
Lemme know if you got my PM
[quote]Wise Guy wrote:
[quote]silverhydra wrote:
Just throwing this out there, as this seems to be the most applicable thread. I have this routine in the mornings that seems to be a bridge between low-grade supplementation and exercise for my skull’s fat blob.
For supplements;
45 min prior: Scoop Power Drive, 2tsp Fish Oil, Vitamin E
15 min prior: 3 cups Green Tea, 1 energy drink (200mg caffeine, high doses of B-vitamins), 32mg Ephedrine, 3 Cold Fx (Works wonders for lung capacity)
Exercise: Jump on the elliptical and go as hard and fast as possible, trying to max out my VO2
As for effects, and the purpose of posting in this thread. It seems that around 30 minutes in, I feel a surge of blood and oxygen to my head, it seems different from typical endorphin rushes. Mental clarity rushes in and the world seems to be made of happiness. Also, I seem to be able to breathe and consciously partition blood to my brain upon will in this state.
Also, for a few hours after cessation of cardio, I seem to have incredibly enhanced memory recollection (I have aced 3 out of my 5 finals thus far with this routine). Have not tested it with learning, but have hopes for it.
My questions are, if they can be answered:
What the hell is happening? Is it just the nutrients being carried by an abundance of oxygen to my brain?
As my supplement list shows, it is pretty low-grade (Cold-Fx is not for this purpose, but more-so to allow me to work harder). Any other supplements that could theoretically work well with this routine?
Any dangers or ‘alarm bells’ that went off in reading any of this, or for added supplementation?
[/quote]
I think you sort of answered your own question.
Your definitely getting a blast of neuro’s , especially dopamine and norepinepherine from the Tyrosine. These will help with thinking, memory recall.
I think there is something to be said about physical activity and cognitive ability.
I’m a huge music and art fan, I have seen in countless documentaries done on artists, and a lot of them have mentioned time and time again, that for creative inspiration, they often go on walks.
This has always stuck out with me. In that, so many of them said that. I think the physical exercise, even from something as minute as walking, is enough to illicit some sort of cognitive enhancing process. [/quote]
I’ve tried some of this stuff and nothing works better for me than a really hard cardio workout. After that I feel truly cognitively connected.
What are peoples opinion on l-tyrosine supplementation? I read that eggs contain about 1.5 grams of l-tyrosine each, which makes me think that adding l-tyrosine to my diet isn’t necessary and a waste of money.
ps Should there be an apostrophe in peoles as it’s an opinion, therefore possessive?
Hey all. Giving ani a try again, originally tried it w/out a choline source and it just made me foggy. Picked up some powder Alpha-GPC to try with it.
I’m having trouble dialing in the doses, what amounts of Alpha-GPC are people trying? I’m dropping about 640mg powder ani with 500mg (250mg ‘active’) Alpha-GPC. When people are recommending doses, are we talking about total Alpha-GPC or just the active amount?
I’m finding I’m still feeling “off” with the stack, my brain feels “awake” but unfocused, kind of like when one drinks too much coffee but without the physical stimulation. Getting mild brain “surges” as I feel the supplements kick in which may be messing with my anxiety.
I’m trying to find a stack that helps me concentrate and memorize without excess stimulation as I have anxiety problems and the pressure finish out the semester is not helping them. Ani seemed like a theoretical good fit. Tried bacopa (450 mg, %20 “bacosides”) but it also seemed to just make me out of it.
Any suggestions? I seem to respond well sometimes to mild amounts of green tea as long as I don’t take so much the caffeine gets to me. Maybe give some L-Theanine a try? Big ole’ shots of vitamin T to block the cortisol? Jk 
Thanks,
-Zeus
Pure ani gives me brain fog also…regardless of how much choline I take. Try a 50/50 ani /oxi mix about 250mgs each, working your dose up if needed. I also use a curcumin extract, which has enabled me to reduce choline supps, relying only on egg yolks and sardines. Take the oxi and ani with l-theanine, 300 to 500mgs as needed for anxiety.
I think vitamin D also helps, especially this time of year, with seasonal mood and brain function issues, try at least 3000 to 5000iu. Of course stack it all with a little vinpo, but take a break from the vinpo occasionally so you don’t lose sensitivity to it. This is my latest and best advice from my experiences so far…
So I just sort of rediscovered aniracetam; I was reading through the beginning of this thread and it reminded me that I had some in my cabinet. I don’t remember it working so well, I was basically on fire at work.
Is there anything I should be taking with it to ensure its continued effectiveness? Also, does anyone have a source? The site I apparently used the first time doesn’t carry it anymore. I’d really appreciate any and all help.
[quote]ZEB wrote:
[quote]Wise Guy wrote:
[quote]silverhydra wrote:
Just throwing this out there, as this seems to be the most applicable thread. I have this routine in the mornings that seems to be a bridge between low-grade supplementation and exercise for my skull’s fat blob.
For supplements;
45 min prior: Scoop Power Drive, 2tsp Fish Oil, Vitamin E
15 min prior: 3 cups Green Tea, 1 energy drink (200mg caffeine, high doses of B-vitamins), 32mg Ephedrine, 3 Cold Fx (Works wonders for lung capacity)
Exercise: Jump on the elliptical and go as hard and fast as possible, trying to max out my VO2
As for effects, and the purpose of posting in this thread. It seems that around 30 minutes in, I feel a surge of blood and oxygen to my head, it seems different from typical endorphin rushes. Mental clarity rushes in and the world seems to be made of happiness. Also, I seem to be able to breathe and consciously partition blood to my brain upon will in this state.
Also, for a few hours after cessation of cardio, I seem to have incredibly enhanced memory recollection (I have aced 3 out of my 5 finals thus far with this routine). Have not tested it with learning, but have hopes for it.
My questions are, if they can be answered:
What the hell is happening? Is it just the nutrients being carried by an abundance of oxygen to my brain?
As my supplement list shows, it is pretty low-grade (Cold-Fx is not for this purpose, but more-so to allow me to work harder). Any other supplements that could theoretically work well with this routine?
Any dangers or ‘alarm bells’ that went off in reading any of this, or for added supplementation?
[/quote]
I think you sort of answered your own question.
Your definitely getting a blast of neuro’s , especially dopamine and norepinepherine from the Tyrosine. These will help with thinking, memory recall.
I think there is something to be said about physical activity and cognitive ability.
I’m a huge music and art fan, I have seen in countless documentaries done on artists, and a lot of them have mentioned time and time again, that for creative inspiration, they often go on walks.
This has always stuck out with me. In that, so many of them said that. I think the physical exercise, even from something as minute as walking, is enough to illicit some sort of cognitive enhancing process. [/quote]
I’ve tried some of this stuff and nothing works better for me than a really hard cardio workout. After that I feel truly cognitively connected.
[/quote]
I also agree with the walks for creativity thing, thanks for reminding me about that. Walks in the country with a dog are ideal. It makes me sad that I live in the city, wthout a dog, and it’s winter 
hey guys, i finally got my oxi in the mail today. Its exam time so i am very anxious to give it a try. Im not currently using any nooptropics except alpha GPC when i use the Anaconda protocol.
My quesiton is when taking the oxi, how much Alpha GPC should i consume to replenish chloine levels, or should i use powerdrive since it has DMAE in it. Also, do i take the oxi and the Alpha/Powerdrive at the same time?
Any help would be appreciated.
What do you guys recommend for motivation + mild euphoria? I’m serious. I’ve been feeling a bit down but definitely unmotivated.
If nothing for euphoria, at least something for the motivation. I don’t know what brain chemicals are involved with motivation. I wonder if anyone really knows (yet).