DNP for Dummies:
DNP has some painful results, so do not jump for DNP out of curiosity, or
without the willpower they need to operate this responsibly. So here are my
experienced guidelines to using it the RIGHT way.
FIRST GUIDLINE:
Dosing. Use ONLY (200mg for men) and
(100mg for women)
a day for the first four days. Who cares that you don't "feel"
anything yet and you wanna bump it up. DNP accumulates in the body, and not
"feeling" something means NOTHING. It's there, and it's working (the effect
on metabolism begins within two hours of the first dose!). Four days will
let you test your tolerance: do you have an allergy? Does it give you a
rash? etc.
Only after those four days do you bump it up, by 200mg a day. The average
dose is 400-600/ day, and more than that gets a little severe. A full gram
is the highest dose anyone use. Stay around 600 a day, which is HOT but safe
and effective. Take caps even hours apart through the day, ending about 4-5
PM.
SECOND GUIDLINE:
How to eat on DNP. This is purely personal experience, because some guys
like to carb-deplete *before* using DNP (then eat carbs as usual while on),
and other guys like a low-carb approach throughout. Both are fine. Using DNP
is the only time that fructose is a desireable cutting carb, because it
keeps the liver replentished. That reduces lethargy and spares muscle.
Be aware that eating high-carb foods WILL increase the heat sensation within
an hour, and last about 2 hours. That means don't eat carbs before bed
unless you want those night sweats to be even WORSE. SOME GUYS ate whatever
they wanted! IHOP, chinese, fajitas...Yes, it burned hot, but u will still
be able to loose 1.5 pounds every 2 days. Keep protein HIGH for muscles'
sake, and try it yourself (on your own risk).
Suggested food:
Blueberry yogurt. Blueberries are excellent antioxidants, and yogurt
cultures help with digestive function, gas, and stool consistency
(disgustingly soft stools are common during DNP).
Oregano-based foods. Oregano is perhaps one of the most potent antioxidants
around, and one spoonful counts as a vegetable serving. Pineapple - I've
found that pineapple helps alleviate those "DNP Blues". The fructose helps,
and pineapple enzymes aid in protein digestion.
Oatmeal - high-fiber foods are necessary. You'll find out why around, oh,
day 5 or so. Trust that.
THIRD GUIDELINE:
Suggested supplements with DNP:
ECA - DNP is not a stimulant. To keep energy high and aid in fat loss, use
an ECA. Some advisors suggest that regular ephedrine is preferable to
norephedrine because of the more direct "hit" of energy.
Prohormones - perfectly fine on DNP. Just to help keep strength and muscle
up, and it worked fine. No problems here. You won't GROW muscle on DNP, but
it'll help with strength and protection.
Obvious stuff - multivitamin, ZMA, etc.
A pre-workout mixture with low-carb, so it won't cause carb-heat in the
middle of your workout.
Antioxidants - and why to use them:
- Alpha Lipoic Acid - aids in fat management and blood sugar, and an
excellent antioxidant.
- Grape seed extract
- Green Tea
- Fruit antioxidants
- Trimethylglyceine - antioxidant, helps move fat and blood lipids into the
liver and out of the body. 500mg, 2-4x day.
- Vitamins E and C (multivatamin tabs are good as well)
Supplements NOT to use:
Any medications that suppress energy. No allergy meds, antidepressants,
muscle relaxers, or beta blockers. DNP will have you low as it is; don't
worsen your body's energy by taking something that suppresses you further.
DRUGS - NO alcohol (not even "moderate"), NO ecstasy, NO GHB, etc. If you
don't have the willpower to forego these habits, DNP is not for you.
FOURTH GUIDELINE:
Working out on DNP. Keep lifting short, 30-40 minutes. DNP works very well,
causing your body to use 150% of the calories per action you'd normally use.
That means DON'T try to repeat your usual workouts. Drop to moderate
weights, 8-12 reps, not to failure, and with plenty of walking rest between
sets. You are NOT going to grow muscle on DNP, so don't use your usual heavy
routine. Since DNP can cause light-headedness and heat dizzyness, you have
my permission to skip squats in favor of leg presses this time.
Cardio is a controversial one. (ADVICE) - do NOT do cardio on high doses of
DNP (600mg or more). It's dangerous and counterproductive. Below that
amount, some cardio is fine, but keep it to 20 minutes and not at
full-gallop. Remember, DNP will drain water from your quickly, causing you
to leech out minerals, vitamins, and salts. Don't overdo it.
During exercise, consume at least 1 liter of water per 30 minutes of work,
whether you're thirsty or not. DNP is evil in the way it blunts thirst,
while at the same time doing the cruel trick of bloating your body with
water WHILE dehydrating you from water in your organs. MAKE yourself drink.
Always folllow DNP exercise with antioxidants, carbs, and this is a good
time to use your multivitamin.
Don't feel embarrassed about poor workouts. Listen to your body, and let it
tell you when enough's enough; don't gauge workouts by what you *usually*
can do otherwise.