Muscle Supplements is anything that will help your muscle’s grow. Sooo this could be just about anything but in this article we are going to focus on the key ingredients for muscle growth. Branched Chain Amino Acids (BCAA), Beta-Alanine, and Arginine are the key ingredients to Muscle Supplements. These are additions to the diet, protein shakes and pre-workouts that you are already taking. These alone can help build muscle but with proper diet and nutrition, you will get better results.
Friday, July 16, 2010
Muscle Supplements
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Natural Testosterone
Building muscle on a budget can be hard. As you get older life begins to ad up and it can be difficult to stay on top of your workouts. Many men tend to resort to testosterone replacement, but this can be costly and harmful to the body. Luckily there is a safe and effective way for the active middle age male to boost testosterone without having to pull to much out of pocket and keeping you safe.
There is a large body of scientific evidence supportive of ZMA. Zinc and Magnesium are commonly depleted from your body. Studies suggest that supplementing with 30mg of Zinc and 450mg of Magnesium per day can elevate testosterone levels.*
The most talked about study is the following. Lorrie Brilla, PhD, a sports performance researcher at
Specifically, Brilla reported that "a group of competitive NCAA football players who took ZMA nightly during an eight-week spring training program had 2.5 times greater muscle strength gains than a placebo group. (250% better results!) Pre and post leg strength measurements were made using a Biodex isokinetic dynamometer." The strength of the ZMA group increased by 11.6% compared to only a 4.6% increase in the placebo group.
Brilla further explained, "The muscle strength increases may have been mediated by the anabolic hormone increases in the ZMA group. The ZMA group had 30% increases in free and total testosterone levels compared to 10 percent decreases in the placebo group... The ZMA group also had a slight increase in insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1) levels compared to a 20 percent decrease in the placebo group. This study shows that anabolic hormone and muscle strength increases can be induced in already strength-trained athletes by using a novel zinc-magnesium preparation."
Many other studies have shown the same results! No wonder bodybuilders around the world are seeing better gains than ever before. No question about it, ZMA has the scientific research and real-world anecdotal evidence to launch it to a level previously held only by creatine. And the NFL has taken notice!
Another benefit is better sleep. ZMA should be taken 30 - 60 minutes before bed. Most people notice they can fall asleep deeper and then sleep more deeply. Don't be surprised if you start having very vivid dreams while taking ZMA!
Dopa Mucuna
Mucuna contains l dopa, a precursor to dopamine, which makes it an excellent choice if you're looking to increase your dopa levels.
Why would I want to boost dopamine?
- Increased sex drive
- Enhanced creativity
- Elevated mood
- Increased motivation
- Increased testosterone and sperm count
What are Mucuna Pruriens?
They come from Velvet Bean, a plant that grows in the tropical regions of Africa and
Longjack is believed to stimulate the production of endogenous testosterone and to reduce the levels of bound and metabolically inactive testosterone in the body. It is believed to achieve this feat through the Leutinizing Hormone (LH) pathway. Consequently, users of Longjack commonly report an association between Longjack administration and increased feelings of well-being, improved mental focus, and improved immune system function and reductions in body-fat.
- Dramatic boost in libido
- Increased semen volume
- Increased energy
- More intense orgasms
- Increased self confidence
- Stronger erections
Because Tongkat stimulates the leydig cells of the testicles to produce more testosterone, many men report an increase in testicle size and weight.
Most men also experience an increase in ejaculation volume as well.
By combining these or taking them separately you will begin to feel a more youthful you in no time. When you raise testosterone levels your body will feel younger and your body will thank you! By choosing the safe way to boost your testosterone you don’t have worry about any health concerns latter in life. Do some more research and see why these three products will help you!
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Food Supplements for the Natural Bodybuilder
When you are a bodybuilder you know that the diet is important. Having a balance of veggies, fruit, bread, and meat will help create the overall physique that you want. But when trying to consume all of this it can be difficult and very filling. There are three products that can help you get the nutrition of your veggies and fruits, protein, and the carbs.
To get all the veggies and fruits that you need to help your body to build, you need to be eating around 4 to 5 fruits a day along with 3 to 5 veggies. This can be overwhelming and not all that tasty. But for a tasty alternative you should take a look into Greens Protein by Olympian Labs. Loaded with a natural source of BCAA’s, Detoxifying agents, and absorbing agents, your body will be able to ad on the lean mass that you are striving so hard to get. With this protein you will be able to absorb more of the nutrition from other foods along with shedding the fat and building the muscle.
To get the protein you need you need to make sure that you find something that has a high protein source along with a low fat count. Olympian Lab’s Beef Protein isolate concentrates the normal 26% protein content found in ground beef to an incredible 98% protein; the highest on the market! That means higher protein content per serving to support your workouts. This process also virtually eliminates the fat content which can easily exceed 20% in raw beef. Even better, the biological value, BV, of Beef Protein is an incredible 90%. The BV is an accurate indicator of the biological activity of a protein. It measures the actual amount of protein deposited per gram of protein absorbed. High biological value proteins are a better choice for increased nitrogen retention, enhanced immunity and IGF-1 (insulin like growth factor) stimulation. They are superior for reducing lean tissue loss from various wasting states in comparison to proteins with a lower BV score.
Gaining weight in a safe, healthy way can be a brutal task. The outdated tactic of simply eating everything in sight may help you pack on pounds, but it will also increase your body fat percentage. NOW Carbo Gain is a state of the art 100% carbohydrate formula that uses maltodextrin - an easily digested form of corn starch that contains glucose polymers. These linked sugar compounds metabolize slowly within the body to ensure sustained energy during workout and high-endurance training, delivering the maximum nutritional value from every carb you consume.
To be a Natural bodybuilder, you need to gain weight the healthiest way possible. Using these three products you will be able to substitute some of your diet to where you can save money and the stomach problems.
Monday, July 12, 2010
BCAA's Monster!!!
Putting on size or cutting fat you need to understand the importance in supplementing with Branched Chain amino Acids and Waxy Maize. MONSTER AMINO by cytosport has combined 5grm of BCAA’s and Waxy Maize to help increase recovery, and build muscle quicker than ever.
Essential amino acids cannot be made by the body. You must get them from complete protein foods or combinations of incomplete vegetable foods. There are 9 essential amino acids: histidine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, tryptophan, and valine. Your body can make non-essential amino acids by itself from vitamins and other amino acids.
The term "non-essential" can be misleading since all amino acids are essential for proper metabolism and certain non-essential amino acids, such as glutamine, become very essential. The 13 non-essential amino acids are alanine, arginine, aspartic acid, cysteine, cystine, glutamic acid, glutamine, glycine, hydroxyproline, proline, serine, & tyrosine.
The essential branched chain amino acids (BCAA's) are of special importance for athletes because they are metabolized in the muscle, rather than in the liver. Here's how this works: After digestion once protein is broken down into individual amino acids these aminos can either be used to build new proteins or be burned as fuel to produce energy.
Waxy Maize can help the absorption rates of many of your favorite supplements like creatine monohydrate, creatine ethyl ester, cell volumization and nitric oxide type supplements, etc. Nutrients like this often times are left in the stomachs harsh acidic environment and degrade absorption rates. Waxy Maizehelps shuttle these nutrients to bypass the stomach and allow the body to assimilate these nutrients at a much higher rate.
Waxy Maize has the ability to replenish the body's glycogen stores much faster than a mix of maltodextrin or dextrose. This is accomplished again by Waxy Maize's ability to bypass the stomach and go to the intestines for immediate absorption. Waxy Maize's ability to shuttle all these nutrients and starch gives the body an immediate "pump" you can physically feel in your muscles post workout. You will see a much larger, fuller and rounder muscle belly.
MONSTER AMINO is an anabolic muscle fueling cocktail loaded with 5 grams of highly absorbable Branched Chain Amino Acids (BCAA's) and MONSTER MAIZE™ carbohydrates (waxy maize starch & maltodextrin). MONSTER AMINO helps to protect lean muscle tissue and fuels muscle protein synthesis post-workout. The micronized BCAA's found in MONSTER AMINO (L-Isoleucine, L-Leucine, L-Valine) are metabolized directly in muscle tissue and promote muscle protein synthesis, speed recovery, increase nitrogen retention, and help prevent muscle tissue breakdown and fatigue. MONSTER AMINO uses only mirconized amino acids that have been broken down from large molecules into smaller particles that are easier to absorb and deliver fast fuel for optimal recovery.
Big Muscle: Scientifically Proven
Scientifically Proven
Want to have great muscle pumps!? Tired of wasting money on over hyped products that just give you stomach aches? Make your own formula that works for the same price or cheaper. Bet-Alanin, Creatine, and GPLC, taken twice daily can lead to better, fuller muscle pumps along with allowing your body to push out more reps.
Beta-Alanine is a non-essential amino acid that has been shown in research to increase muscular Carnosine concentrations. Carnosine is contained in both slow and fast twitch muscles fibers and is responsible for buffering the pH levels in your body. By promoting high intra-muscular Carnosine concentrations, Beta-Alanine acts as a precursor to Nitric Oxide (NO) production and works to reduce intra-muscular acidification created by intense exercise and heavy training. In simple terms this means that Beta-Alanine helps to buffer the pH levels in your muscles, preventing the acidity that occurs during exercise. A decrease in the pH balance or increase in muscular acidity leads to that muscle burn you’ll experience which often prevents gains. Beta-Alanine provides the stimulus to push through this.
Creatine is bodybuilding´s ultimate supplement, and for good reason. For one thing, creatine can significantly increase lean muscle mass. It is also responsible for improving performance in high-intensity exercise, increasing energy levels, and speeding up recovery rates. It´s no wonder athletes who use it have such of an edge over those who do not. Soon nearly every athlete who competes will use it (if they don´t already). Creatine´s ability to enhance energy reserves in muscles comes from its muscle protein synthesizing action, while minimizing protein breakdown. This occurs because creatine has the awesome effect of super-hydrating muscle cells with water. It enhances muscle growth too-making muscle fibers bigger and stronger.
Quite a few studies have been done on creatine to figure out why and how it works so well. There have been over twenty double blind (meaning neither the researchers nor the subjects knew who was getting what), placebo-controlled studies conducted on creatine in the past five years. They proved that creatine increased energy levels, resulting in increased strength, endurance levels, and recovery rates. Another unexpected benefit attributed to creatine was discovered as well: creatine accelerates fat loss, while building lean body mass!
GPLC is a propionyl ester of carnitine (PLC) that includes an additional glycine component. Compared with other forms of carnitine, PLC exhibits a special affinity for muscle tissues, such as the heart. GPLC is a propionyl ester of carnitine (PLC) that includes a glycine component. Compared with other forms of carnitine, PLC exhibits a special affinity for muscle tissues, including those of the heart and skeletal muscles. GPLC is a powerful scavenger against superoxide radicals and it protects against lipid peroxidation. It assists energy production by facilitating the transport of fatty acids into the mitochondria and, likewise, the removal of waste substances. GPLC contributes to muscle function by compensating for reduced oxygen availability during exercise and it provides powerful support for peripheral arterial blood flow. Under reduced oxygen conditions, GPLC also promotes proper carbohydrate metabolism and reduces the buildup of lactic acid.
By taking this in the morning and before workouts you will notice in three to four weeks a more leaner, vascular body. If you like to have some energy before workouts you can drink a red bull or your favorite sugar free energy drink.
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
Muscle Building Supplement Stack
In the fitness world you are trying to do one of two things, either build muscle or get cut. BSN has officially created the ultimate Muscle Building Supplement stack. The MASS STACK using BSN products will give you everything you need for serious muscle size. Now I know many of you when you here mass you think you put on muscle size along with belly, but not with this stack. This stack consists of
These myocellular increases are mediated by enhancing maximal oxygen uptake capacity, delivery and consumption and supporting erythropoietin production and red blood cell count already within normal range. EPOZINE-O2 NT is the next-generation key to unlocking your muscular evolution.
