Respiratory Sinus Arrhythmia is something that happens when you are relaxed and breathing deeply. At around 5-6 breaths per minute your heart beats will synchronize with the inhalation & exhalation of your breath.

As you inhale the heart rate increases & as you exhale it decreases. The breathing rate of 5-6 per minute is where the difference between peak inhalation & exhalation heart rate is highest – a sweet spot.

This is also the training range for Heart Rate Variability & the terms Respiratory Sinus Arrhythmia and Heart Rate Variability  are some times used interchangeably but they are not the exact same thing.

HRV is the difference in timing between heart beats – RSA is the change in the number of beats on inhalation & exhalation – hence they kind of represent the same thing in terms of the ratio of beats per breath – per minute. So a change in RSA is a change in HRV and vice versa. 

HRV measured at the peak of the heart beat also represents RSA and parasympathetic vagal tone.

Respiratory Sinus Arrhythmia is desirable and trainable as the difference between high & low is much greater in people with great cardio vascular fitness. Hence RSA & HRV training can greatly improve your cardiovascular health and fitness. It also stimulate the vagus nerve and autonomic nervous system.

Respiratory Sinus Arrhythmia is not a disease or symptom of disease rather it is a natural physiological phenomena linked to good cardiovascular & autonomic health.

Vagal tone refers to activity of the vagus nerve, the 10th cranial nerve and a fundamental component of the parasympathetic branch of the autonomic nervous system.

Respiratory Sinus Arrhythmia can give an indication of the level of vagal tone.  Hence it can help you enter a more calm autonomic state. This is the fundamental basis of heart rate variability training.  RSA is frequently used as a noninvasive method for investigating vagal tone, in physiological, behavioral, and several clinical studies.

Vagal tone research has the potential to offer insight into social behavior, social interactions, and human psychology. Much of this work has been focused on newborns and children. Baseline vagal tone can be used either as a potential predictor of behavior or as a signal of mental health (particularly emotion regulation, anxiety, and internalizing and externalizing disorders).

The polyvagal theory by Porges is an influential model of how the vagal pathways respond to novelty and to stressful external stimuli. The theory proposes that there are two vagal systems, one that is shared withreptiles and amphibia and a second, more recent, system that is unique to mammals. The two pathways behave differently and can work against each other. This theory can account for several psychophysiologicalphenomena and psychosomatic Illnesses.

RSA and vagal tone are used as markers to help determine the severity of neurodevelopmental disorders such as Autism Spectrum Disorders.^[Children with more secure attachments with their mothers exhibited greater empathetic responsiveness, less social inhibition, and higher vagal tone.

My blood pressure is coming down fast – this is actually easy.

So far I have totally cut out red meats, have been doing an hour of cardio every morning & still do my heavy weight sessions later in the day.

Have increased fruit & veges

Have been drinking hibiscus tea & taking Chinese heart herbs shensong yangxin jiaonang

Actual blood pressure readings vary – I have also been doing 30 minutes of HRV training with deep breathing

Some days my BP is near 120/80 for hours – others its back at 140+/100 for a while but the morning cardio is crucial to getting it down.

Yesterday it was 105/76 for a while with no special breathing tricks

So yes if you increase morning cardio, change your diet & practice the breathing technique it comes down fast.

May 18, 2019 Update: BP 118/71 HR 59

This is a herbal compound for lowering blood pressure. Of the 170 reviews on Amazon most are resoundingly positive with many hypertensives getting normal blood pressure in days. Others take longer.

About 10% report side effects so bad they stop usage.

These can include nasal congestion, depression and acid stomach. These are symptoms from a couple of the main ingredients.

Several of the ingredients are very well known so this is not some esoteric secret formula rather a mix of herbs commonly known to lower blood pressure.

Also you are not supposed to stay on this stuff rather use it to reset your nervous system & cardiovascular while implementing changes to lower BP. You should taper the dosage down as your BP lowers and lifestyle changes kick in – eventually stopping use.

1. Depression

It is effective in depression and also calms the mental irritability and agitation. The herbs used in the making of Mukta are all itself a great anti- depressant agent. And hence due to this property, it is effective for reducing depression.

2. Anxiety

Anxiety is not good for your good health. Mukta Vati will help you in relieving your anxiety. The herbs used in the formation of MuktaVati are itself great anti-anxiety, antidepressant, and anti-stress agents. It provides a soothing effect and also relaxes your mind. And in turn, it helps in relieving your stress.

3. Mental Stress Or Irritability

Anti-stress and antidepressant herbs present in MuktaVati makes it effective for reducing mental stress. It provides the calming effect on your mind and reduces mental relaxes your mind and provides a soothing

4. Insomnia

Mukta Vati is also effective in inducing sleep. If you are suffering from the sleeplessness, then MuktaVati will help you. This is due to presence of mind soothing and relaxing herbs.

Shankhapushpi, Brahmi, Mukta pishti, Ashwagandha, and pravalpisthi herbs present in this medicine will help you in relaxing your mind and hence in inducing sleep.

5. High Blood Pressure Or Hypertension

Jatamansi and sarpagandha herb present in MuktaVati are itself, great antihypertensive agents. So it helps in relieving your tension.

Mukta Vati’s Ingredients and How They Work

Mukta Vati is a traditional Ayurvedic herbal formula that has been used for centuries to treat hypertension, also known as high blood pressure. Mukta Vati contains a combination of time-tested Ayurvedic herbs which work in harmony to re-align the doshas and provide relief to symptoms of high blood pressure. But just what are these ingredients, and what benefits do they offer? Let’s take a look at Mukta Vati’s ingredients individually (Note: The following ingredients are used in the Ivy’s brand of mukta vati – to our knowledge this is the only brand containing Arjuna).

Name format

English name / Indian Name (Latin Name): Part of the herb used in Ivy’s Mukta Vati

Gotu Kola / Brahmi (Centella Asiatica): Whole Plant
Gotu Kola, also known as Brahmi, is a highly prized herb which is especially beneficial for managing the body’s stress response. Gotu Kola helps to nourish and strengthen the adrenal glands which release cortisol in times of stress. This herb is also highly beneficial to the circulatory system, helping to cleanse and balance the blood, strengthen veins and capillaries and improve the flow of blood around the body. Gotu Kola is also known for it’s memory and concentration boosting properties, making it a favourite of students in India in the weeks leading up to their exams!

Aloe Weed / Shankhapushpi (Convolvulis Pluricalis): Whole Plant
In Ayurveda, Aloe Weed (also known as Shankhpushpi) is used to calm the doshas, especially Vata and Pitta. By bringing the doshas back in to balance, aloe weed helps to restore a state of calm in the body, helping to relieve high blood pressure along with stress, anxiety and insomnia. Aloe Weed is also used to enhance focus and naturally boost energy levels.

Arjuna Tree/ Arjuna (Terminalia Arjuna): Bark
Arjuna Fruit and Bark

The bark of the Arjuna tree is traditionally used in Ayurveda to strengthen the cardiovascular system, making it a great herb for anyone suffering from hypertension. It is a hypolipidemic herb, meaning it helps to control LDL (bad) cholesterol levels whilst promoting the production of HDL (good) cholesterol. This, along with it’s mild diuretic properties, make Arjuna Bark a useful tool in the fight against high blood pressure. Only Ivy’s brand of Mukta vati contains arjuna.

Fresh Water Pearl Powder (Mukta Pishti)
Created by grinding the highest quality freshwater pearls into a fine powder, Pearl Powder is a rich source of various amino acids and over a dozen minerals, making it an extremely prized commodity in Ayurveda. Pearl Powder has been shown to be highly beneficial for the circulatory system, helping to improve the ease with which blood flows around the body. It is also beneficial for the skeletal and muscular systems, making it a popular supplement for Asian athletes. This ingredient has long been used for it’s anti-aging properties, as it contains a unique balance of amino acids, collagen and silica which help to promote youthful looking skin, hair and nails.

Sedge / Sweet Flag (Acorus Calamus): Leaf
Sedge goes by many names including Sweet Flag, Sweet Root and Flag Root and Acorus Calamus, often changing depending on the area in which it grows and the ailments it is used to treat. As well as having many names, Sedge has many uses; the stem, root, and leaves are all used, mainly as a digestive tonic, a sedative, and a diuretic. Sedge has been shown to dilate the blood vessels and reduce congestion in the respiratory system, making it an excellent herb for lowering blood pressure. In fact, the benefits of Sedge for hypertension have been clinically studied, with researchers approving the pharmaceutical benefits this plant can offer to the cardiovascular system1.

Climbing Staff Tree / Jyotishmati (Celastrus Paniculatus): Seed
The oil of the Climbing Staff Tree seeds have long been used in Ayurveda for it’s health giving properties. Jyotishmati is primarily used when there is an imbalance between Vata and Kapha; by restoring these two doshas, Jyotishmati helps to restore calm to the body, reducing stress and anxiety, thus lowering blood pressure. Jyotishmati is also beneficial to the digestive system, helping to increase digestive fire and provide relief to those suffering from constipation, whilst also being widely used for it’s ability to enhance memory and learning capacity.

Indian Elecampane / Pushkarmool (Inula Racemosa): Root
Elecampane Flower and Root

Indian Elecampane , also known as Pushkarmool, is a warming and calming herb, often used in Ayurveda to provide respiratory support for those suffering from coughs, sore throats, or breathing difficulties. By improving the efficiency with which oxygen is absorbed, Elecampane eases pressure on the pulmonary artery, allowing the heart to pump blood around the body more easily and oxygenate the muscles. Thus, Elecampane is particularly beneficial to those suffering from Pulmonary Hypertension, the symptoms of which include chest pains, dizziness, shortness of breath and fatigue.

Winter Cherry Root / Ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera): Root
Sometimes referred to as as ‘Indian Ginseng’ for its rejuvenating and lightly stimulating properties, Winter Cherry Root or Ashwagandha is an adaptogenic herb, meaning it can adapt to the challenges faced by the body and work to restore balance. As such, it is used to treat a wide range of conditions in Ayurveda. Ashwagandha has natural anti-inflammatory properties, and works to combat the effects of stress and promote a healthy stress response. It is used to reduce anxiety and promote a calm state of mind, which makes it a highly effective herb for those suffering from hypertension.

Gulancha Tinospora / Guduchi (tinospora cordifolia): Stem
Guluncha Tinospora Leaf

Guluncha Tinospora is an herbaceous vine native to the Indian subcontinent, and, like Ashwagandha, is an adaptogen used to treat a wide variety of health complaints. Guluncha is a purifying and tonifying herb, especially effective for cleansing the blood and the liver. By helping to purify the blood and removing waste matter, Guduchi helps increase our vata and allows our blood to circulate more freely. Guluncha has also been shown to help with the reduction of stress and anxiety, to support the immune system, and provide benefit to chronic skin disorders such as psoriasis and eczema. Guluncha is a powerful anti-inflammatory, making it an effective treatment for arthritis, gout, and other joint complaints.

When combined, the herbs in Mukta Vati have a deeply synergistic impact on the body and help to restore balance. Mukta Vati can provide great relief from hypertension; nonetheless, as with all herbal medicines, it should be looked at as a compliment to a healthy diet and lifestyle that consists of a healthy diet, fresh, clean drinking water, plenty of exercise and restful sleep to restore full balance to the body.

Sources

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19528816

These herbs have relaxing, soothing and stress reducing properties. You can take 1 tablet with milk, 2 times a day.

Continue this remedy for at least 1 month. If still your blood pressure is not maintained you can take 2 tablets for 2 -3 times in a day.

Dosage And Administration Of Mukta Vati Medicine

1. Pre-Hypertension (Diastolic 80 – 89 And Systolic 120 – 139)

Under this condition, you should not take MuktaVati medicine.
Simple changes in diet will be effective in curing your problem.

2. Hypertension Stage 1 (Diastolic 90 – 99 And Systolic 140 – 159)

Under this condition take only 1 tablet with milk 2 times in a day.

3. Hypertension Stage 2 (Diastolic 100 Or Greater And Systolic 160 Or Greater)

If you are suffering from hypertension stage 2, then increase the dosage of MuktaVati
Take 2 tablets at a time with milk for 2 times every day.

4. Hypertensive Crisis (Diastolic Greater Than 110 And Systolic Greater Than 180)

This is a critical stage, and you should consult a doctor.Mukta Vati may be ineffective at this stage, and you should seek an emergency treatment.

Note

You can have a maximum of 6 tablets of MuktaVati in a day with a proper interval of time.
If your blood pressure is increasing, then you can increase the dosage but should not be more than the maximum

Side Effects Of Mukta Vati Medicine

Mukta Vati medicine usually doesn’t cause any severe side effects to your body.But sometimes it may cause side effects to your body. The sarpagandha or Rauwolfia serpentina herb used in the making of MuktaVati sometimes lead to nasal congestion in some people. Taken by itself this can cause clinical depression. But this compound also has antidepressant ingredients.

And its effect is more prominent when you take this medicine with water. And if you take this medicine with cow’s milk, then this effect is lesser.

General side effects of using MuktaVati medicine are-

Nasal congestion.
Lightheadedness.
Dry Mouth.
The problem in breathing while sleeping due to congestion.
Feeling of lethargy and discomfort in the morning.

Precautions
If medicines are not taken in proper amount or time, the results can be hazardous. So keep these things in mind while using MuktaVati medicine.

Take this medicine with cow’s lukewarm milk to reduce the symptoms of nasal congestion.
Also, take only a maximum 6 tablets of MuktaVati in a day with a proper interval of time.
Furthermore, if your blood pressure is not under limit increase the dosage but in a specified limit.

Different Manufacturers Of Mukta Vati Medicine

All brands are effective, but Divya MuktaVati medicine from Patanjali is more popular among all. You can prefer any one of them of your own choice.

Ivy’s Mukta Vati Medicine
Divya Mukta Vati Medicine From Patanjali
Baidyanath Mukta Vati

After treatment you should switch to something like this stuff below – dont keep taking Divya Mukta Vati

OK so I was informed that I have high blood pressure a week ago. This is a condition I am unfamiliar with as its been good in the past & for years I was essentially on the DASH diet. Low fat, sugar & salt with boiled meals.

OK but I am 50 now & 80% of guys over 55 have high blood pressure. But I have trained since I was 16, dont drink or smoke – so whats going on.

I am actually on a clinical trial at present for a triglyceride drug. So there were 3 nights inpatient and I have had so many blood tests you wouldn’t believe it. Over 50 vials taken I am sure plus about 20 urinalysis.

The doctor said I am all good except for the blood pressure – but this is in a hospital like clinic where I was confined. I hate doctors.

So I was kind of caught off guard. I couldn’t argue as this was after over a dozen blood pressure tests it was only normal twice. Hypertension?

Really? screw that. I got home and got my own machine.

This is the exact model

heres another – they are cheap –> GET ONE!!!

OK so I set about monitoring throughout the day – hoping of course that the whole thing was just white coat syndrome.

It was not my first blood pressure reading was 150/100 same as at the clinic.

This was a real bummer. I eat well & train hard – turns out just wrong for blood pressure.

So I used the monitor as a biofeedback machine. Tested all day for 3 days while studying all about hyper tension.

Yesterday I got a big surprise. I decided to try abdominal breathing. Thats because I do it while HRV training.

Well heck it went immediately from 140 something over 100 or so to 103/79 wow thats what I was after. Yes abdominal breathing will immediately give you good blood pressure if you have mild hypertension. Does for me anyway. I can now make my blood pressure normal whenever I want.

I absolutely would not have known this without the machine.

There is a device that measures your respiration called Resperate – there is a cheaper machine in the UK called the Loydds blood pressure trainer.

These are just respiration biofeedback sensors. If you have the heartmath emwave or similar then you dont need these. They may make the training easier but I can control my breath without any gadgets or software. I may at some point get a respiration sensor. They are easy to make too.

Resperate

Heartmath

Next up is Cardio. For years I have done 3-5 heavy weight sessions per week with 15-20 minutes high intensity cardio. I assumed this would take care of my blood pressure. It has not.

You need to do an hour of cardio every day. Kenneth Cooper days 7 days per week & I agree. Whats more there is the timing of the training. If you do it in afternoon or evening it leaves your blood pressure high all the morning & early afternoon.

You want to do an hour of hard cardio every single morning first thing. Unless you are sick – everyday.

The cardio lowers the Blood Pressure for a few hours 4-10. So logically it tapers before that. You can use your blood pressure monitor and figure out if its better to have 3-4 20 minute cardio sessions during the day. Or just a long one first thing. Regardless that first one will reset & lower your blood pressure for the day. Don’t cheat on this. Its an hour per day of hard cardio.

I am doing the same weights as before in the afternoons or evenings.

As for diet I already said. DASH diet is the one. Its specifically for blood pressure. There are too many diets. Low carb, paleo, keto. Frankly I am sick of it all & hate to meal plan or calorie count. Just do DASH & intermittent fasting and you should be fine.

So after 3 months I expect to have much lower blood pressure – and be as fit as hell – I’m already pretty good 😉

PS: Its all about breath control

You can add Oculocardiac Reflex to the methods above

Having established that PVC is common in athletes due to enlarged heart & over stimulation on the sympathetic nervous system and adrenaline pathways I discussed some lifestyle changes in the prior post.

There is also a very effective Chinese Herbal medicine Shen Song Yang Xin

So if your potassium & electrolytes are OK this may be the next thing to try – I’m going to get some off ebay.

Research findings:

Compared with placebo or mexiletine, SSYX capsules have significant therapeutic efficacy in reducing PVCs numbers and alleviate PVCs-related symptoms

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21362312

Chinese Medicine Shensongyangxin Is Effective for Patients with Bradycardia: Results of a Randomized, Double-Blind,Placebo-Controlled Multicenter Trial

https://www.researchgate.net/deref/http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1155%2F2014%2F605714

Shensong Yangxin capsule reduces atrial fibrillation susceptibility by inhibiting atrial fibrosis in rats with post-myocardial infarction heart failure

https://doi.org/10.2147/DDDT.S182834

There is also a metastudy with 1896 patients

EFFECTS OF SHEN SONG YANG XIN CAPSULE FOR TREATMENT OF CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIA: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW

http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/hrt.2010.208967.331

Compared with the current anti-arrhythmic medicine, Shen Song Yang Xin Capsule is no worse than the current anti-arrhythmic medicine, lower in the rate of inducing cardiac arrhythmia, and there is no significant difference between Shen Song Yang Xin Capsule and the current anti-arrhythmic medicine in inducing of gastrointestinal adverse reaction. For the restrictions of the quality of the studies, the evaluation of anti-arrhythmic effects look forward to more high-quality RCT to further evaluation

https://heart.bmj.com/content/96/Suppl_3/A103.1

OK thats great a simple herbal thats backed up with solid medical research.

Keep in mind that you may want to get a proper medical cardiac evaluation depending upon your age and general health. PVCs are usually minor & quite normal but may also be a symptom of heart disease. Once you have done that – if there is no heart disease you can go onto a herbal regimen.

PVCs are an annoyance & discomfort. Its a bit like having a twitch or an itch – if you can get rid of it you will want to – right?

OK but Shensongyangxin is not the only Chinese Herbal that works – there are three others.

Fuyun

https://www.longdom.org/open-access/observation-study-of-antiarrhythmic-effect-of-fuyun-a-multiherb-prescription-for-ventricular-arrhythmias-in-isolated-rat-hearts-jpr-1000113.pdf

Wenxin Keli

https://pdfs.semanticscholar.org/380e/7a97c8bc31dc3abb73633914d4a1f17eb6ce.pdf

Zhigancao

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ctim.2014.12.008

TCM is complicated and of course the herbal treatments can be combined with acupuncture & meridian theory

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16159566

There is also the Vagus Nerve which is more often than not involved with this condition.

Using the Gall Bladder Divergent Channel to Calm an Irritated Vagus Nerve

https://medium.com/@jancovorstermyafibheart/10-ectopic-heartbeat-vagus-nerve-palpitations-tips-for-you-b8b2acd4dbbe

OK chat to your doctor, if you are over 40 get a cardiac checkup, treadmill, carotid, the works to make sure you are all good. If you are its most likely Vagus & adrenaline related so make the lifestyle changes, Take the herbals & see a TCM specialist.

PVCs are extra heart beats. I just found out I have it.

I will explain. I just got on a clinical trial for a triglyceride drug. Basically I get $4500 for a one time administration of the drug & 3 months of weekly blood tests and check up.

OK so during the 3 days inpatient I got the most thorough physical. There were no exercise stress tests but there was total blood paneling multiple times per day. Urinalysis many times etc.

3 weeks prior to the study I had a real bad heat stroke at work – nearly A&E material and I had ice on me until 1am then still felt bad for 2 days. A week later i stupidly drank 8 cups of green tea over a weekend forgetting that is is a diuretic. This really messed me up & i pissed & drank water continuously for 3 days while still struggling with the heat stroke recovery.

This in turn must have pissed all of my potassium out, which elevated my blood pressure & triggered PVC’s.

PVC’s are benign but unpleasant. I have mistaken it for onset sleep apnea for years. Its not its heart flutter although sleep apnea can cause it as can excessive sympathetic stimulation and adrenaline.

1. Can you die of it? No its benign usually.

2. Can it be a symptom of heart disease? Yes but it usually is not.

3. Is it related to enlarged athletes heart? Absolutely that can contribute to PVC’s

How to fix it then?

A multi front approach is required. Reduce stress, do not overtrain, do cardo, make sure your blood potassium is above average & electrolytes are balanced, control your blood pressure, do HRV training, meditate, increase vagus parasympathetic tone. Another thing that can resolve the problem is EDTA suppository which takes care of high blood pressure. Here is a good medical article https://drjohnday.com/stop-pvcs/

If you are a heavy sweater – me, have been dehydrated – me, have been under stress lately – me, then you are a contender for potassium deficiency or PVC’s in general.

How common are PVC’s? In athletes – way more than regular folk – we are adrenaline addicts.

Clinical significance of PVCs depends on the clinical context in which they occur.

PVCs in young healthy patients without underlying structural heart disease are usually not associated with any increased rate of mortality.

PVCs in older adults, especially with underlying heart disease, are associated with an increased risk of adverse cardiac events, esp sustained ventricular dysrhythmias and sudden death.

So yeah if you are older & in bad shape it may spell big trouble. Otherwise its an abnormality but not anything to fear.

Here’s a good book on the topic…

Haywire Heart

Finally a good thing that is proven to reduce PVCs is a daily sauna.

Sorry about the manky webcam blurry pix – I need to get a new cam

Also I just finished a 5 hour hike in the sun so I am knackered in these pix

You will kick yourself over this one

Anybody that drinks coffee or uses preworkout supps will know what a bitch it can be to then be unable to sleep

I had it last night in fact

Took a shot glass of activated charcoal in water

30 minutes later I was out like a rock.

The typical side effects of caffeine can include:

feeling more awake or alert

feeling restless, anxious, or irritable

increased body temperature

dehydration

headache

faster breathing

faster heart rate

Symptoms of a caffeine overdose can include:

very fast or irregular heartbeat

shakiness

feeling sick or vomiting

confusion

panic attack

The half-life of a drug is how long it takes for half the drug to leave the body. The half-life of caffeine is 3 to 5 hours.

A person may experience side effects that are unpleasant but not a cause for concern, such as feeling restless or dehydrated. These side effects will usually go away within 3 to 5 hours.

People differ on this and some take up to 8 hours. A further 8-10 hours is required for 75% of the caffeine to be cleared.

In the case of mild side effects, a person can take the following steps at home:

not drinking any further caffeine
drinking water to rehydrate
taking a walk to use energy and stop feeling restless
A person who has a caffeine overdose may need medical treatment, including intravenous fluids, supplements, or activated charcoal.

Activated charcoal can stop caffeine from passing through the gut. If caffeine does pass the gut wall, an even higher level could get into the blood and cause further health problems.

Activated charcoal will also remove the caffeine from the blood stream as it flows through the intestinal area & relieve some burden from your liver & kidneys.

It will also bind to minerals & vitamins. If you really need to sleep its worth it to use the charcoal.

Now I cant give medical advice and don’t claim to. But the caffeine & preworkout supps have advantages & disadvantages. Activated Charcoal is a way to minimize the disadvantages. Once the supplements have done the business of amping your training. If you took it too late in the day or just plain too much, charcoal is a quick and easy fix.

It is a powerful detox though & you don’t want to be doing this every day – one or two times per week however may actually be more beneficial than harmful in the correct context.

I gave up caffeine in the form of coffee long ago – at least 5-10 years frankly I forgot – it could even be 20 years

Tea however in the form of green tea I was drinking all day long like a fish until I realized the caffeine was causing bruxism & sleep apnea.

Not only that but green tea is full of flouride.

A week back I saw a deal for Whey that included some preworkout as a bonus

Viper KO to be exact

Now this stuff has 230 mg of caffeine plus the ingredients below

So what has the result been on my training?

Well frankly a doubling of volume over night no exaggeration. Its awesome. Its not just the caffeine as this stuff is full of nitro blasters too.

They have another product that has 500mg of caffeine if used as a stack – which I dare not take.

Now there are many preworkout supplements out there and this post is by a 50 year old that has barely consumed any caffeine in over a year.

This stuff makes me feel 30 again. Before this week I was training then going home for a 3 hour nap. Now I train & feel like I didnt.

Is this good?

Hell yes but it wont fix my back, knee’s or rotator cuff. So use it wisely. Kettlebells & Olympic lifts, contact sports etc its not a good idea to push too hard. Other stuff like low impact cardio you can really take to the limit with this stuff – go for it.

What this stack does I shudder to think