what supplements do you take and why?

what supplements do you take and why?

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325Ti

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391 posts

145 months

Friday 4th January 2013
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as the title states really

personally normally take whey protein after I train - but the supplement store in my gym has a new product (admittedly aimed at girls) that looks good - good level of protein in it, grean tea and acai berries

tempted to buy it and use at least once a day - aiming to cut down on stacks and increase protein

HonestIago

1,719 posts

185 months

Friday 4th January 2013
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That sounds like a waste of money, as with nearly every other supplement. From a health point of view I have fish oils, vit C and vit D. Very occasionally use whey protein. All of which are very cheap.

Ordinary_Chap

7,520 posts

242 months

Friday 4th January 2013
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Whey protein - Obvious although I aim for over 300g protein a day
BCAA's - brilliant for helping reduce soreness after training. I sip during training.
Creatine - Apart from whey, one of the only proven training supplements
Vitamin C - Too many effects to list but primarily used reduce inflammation and aid the immune system. I sometimes get ill from heavy training if I don't take vitamin C
Flaxseed Oil - Lowers cholesterol, helps to fight heart disease and many other reasons


Edited by Ordinary_Chap on Friday 4th January 18:05

smiffy180

6,018 posts

149 months

Friday 4th January 2013
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Will be taking the following as i ran out of money frown just before december:
Whey protein - need over 300g of protein a day
Dextrose - excellent choice for post work out carbs
Creatine - a bit 50/50 with it but it's cheap so 15g a day of that over 3 shakes
Vitamin D3 - best vitamin d to take
D Aspartic Acid - highly recommended amongst natural bodybuilders for a test boost
Tesco/Asda's own multivitamin
Fish oils
Glucosamine maybe - good for joints

And I think thats it smile

MMA4life

810 posts

161 months

Friday 4th January 2013
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BCAA (intra-workout mix) - mainly for reduced muscle soreness.
Whey protein - extra protein.
Cissus quadrangularis - joints
High strength omega 3 - heart and joints.

dean350z

327 posts

145 months

Friday 4th January 2013
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Whey protein, this is taken upon waking in the morning as the body has been starved during the night and whey protein post workout to aid muscle repair.

Creatine, just started this for the first time in years, 20g per day for 5 days loading then 5g per day maintenance.

I need to get back on the fish oil and am on the look out for something to help with arthritis too.

didelydoo

5,528 posts

209 months

Friday 4th January 2013
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I add Trenbolone to my Protein shake- it aids recovery no end.

HonestIago

1,719 posts

185 months

Saturday 5th January 2013
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didelydoo said:
I add Trenbolone to my Protein shake- it aids recovery no end.
Eat clen and tren hard.

andy-xr

13,204 posts

203 months

Sunday 6th January 2013
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I take a Wellman a day (actually, I take the Morrisons own brand). I've been taking more vitamin B6 recently as well, helps me at work

mu0n

2,348 posts

132 months

Thursday 29th January 2015
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Sorry to bump an old thread but due to my knees giving me serious discomfort nearly all the time, I'm thinking about changing some supplements up. Someone has recommended me livermilk? Anyone any experience?

Also, glucosamine(?) - does anyone know if the benefits are noticeable?

Thanks.

smiffy180

6,018 posts

149 months

Thursday 29th January 2015
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mu0n said:
Sorry to bump an old thread but due to my knees giving me serious discomfort nearly all the time, I'm thinking about changing some supplements up. Someone has recommended me livermilk? Anyone any experience?

Also, glucosamine(?) - does anyone know if the benefits are noticeable?

Thanks.
Have you been to get seen?
I have orthopedic insoles now and my knees are better than ever.
I've also noticed (bizarrely) that joint supplements make my joints worse!? confused

mu0n

2,348 posts

132 months

Thursday 29th January 2015
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smiffy180 said:
Have you been to get seen?
I have orthopedic insoles now and my knees are better than ever.
I've also noticed (bizarrely) that joint supplements make my joints worse!? confused
I got prescribed diclofenic which helps but just masking the pain.

Maybe I should lay off squats for a while and stick to leg pressing with a high stance.

RJB_666

1,677 posts

194 months

Friday 30th January 2015
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mu0n said:
Sorry to bump an old thread but due to my knees giving me serious discomfort nearly all the time, I'm thinking about changing some supplements up. Someone has recommended me livermilk? Anyone any experience?

Also, glucosamine(?) - does anyone know if the benefits are noticeable?

Thanks.
I can recommend Glucosamine Chondroitin. I can do a lot more without getting any niggles in my joints. Used to struggle with my elbows more than anything before. I get 3 months supply for around £16 from Monster Supplements. Think the brand is MyVitamins.

Lozw86

871 posts

131 months

Friday 30th January 2015
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I don't take any. I get everything I need from food

Supplement marketing is mostly bullst and they may help you by a couple of percent

Correct training, form, diet and rest trump all



Art0ir

9,401 posts

169 months

Friday 30th January 2015
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Creatine
Multi vitamin
Fish oil
Green tea extract
Whey & Dextrose post workout
BCAAs pre and intra workout

BRMMA

1,845 posts

171 months

Friday 30th January 2015
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i use Cod Liver oil, a glucosamine/MSM/Chrondroitin tablet and Cissus when i'm having more painful joints

other than that i just use a decent multi vitamin and if i can't get enough decent food in during the day a protein shake

LordGrover

33,531 posts

211 months

Friday 30th January 2015
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mu0n said:
Maybe I should lay off squats for a while and stick to leg pressing with a high stance.
Sorry for selective quoting.

I'd say the opposite. Leg press is an unnatural movement with limited ROM.
Proper squat is about as natural a movement as it gets.
Get form right and don't go too heavy.




On topic; my opinion of supps has changed over time - I used to be an advocate but no longer. Unless you're either in a hurry or pushing the limits (which a few here genuinely are) I see nothing to be gained from ANY of them, so long as you eat and rest properly.

smiffy180

6,018 posts

149 months

Friday 30th January 2015
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LordGrover said:



On topic; my opinion of supps has changed over time - I used to be an advocate but no longer. Unless you're either in a hurry or pushing the limits (which a few here genuinely are) I see nothing to be gained from ANY of them, so long as you eat and rest properly.
I'm the same, only take creatine, vit D3 and whey on a morning as part of my breakfast.

I would like to trial some other supps again but no money for that atm smile

LordGrover

33,531 posts

211 months

Friday 30th January 2015
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Why the D3 smiffy? Get thyself to a beach and soak up the rays!

mu0n

2,348 posts

132 months

Saturday 31st January 2015
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LordGrover said:
Sorry for selective quoting.

I'd say the opposite. Leg press is an unnatural movement with limited ROM.
Proper squat is about as natural a movement as it gets.
Get form right and don't go too heavy.




On topic; my opinion of supps has changed over time - I used to be an advocate but no longer. Unless you're either in a hurry or pushing the limits (which a few here genuinely are) I see nothing to be gained from ANY of them, so long as you eat and rest properly.
I don't really agree with that. With leg press you can position your feet way further forwards and get a good squeeze in your glutes and keep the weight low.