what supplements do you take and why?
Discussion
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
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
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
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
Will be taking the following as i ran out of money 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
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
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.
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.
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.
Also, glucosamine(?) - does anyone know if the benefits are noticeable?
Thanks.
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?Also, glucosamine(?) - does anyone know if the benefits are noticeable?
Thanks.
I have orthopedic insoles now and my knees are better than ever.
I've also noticed (bizarrely) that joint supplements make my joints worse!?
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!?
I got prescribed diclofenic which helps but just masking the pain.I have orthopedic insoles now and my knees are better than ever.
I've also noticed (bizarrely) that joint supplements make my joints worse!?
Maybe I should lay off squats for a while and stick to leg pressing with a high stance.
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. Also, glucosamine(?) - does anyone know if the benefits are noticeable?
Thanks.
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.
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 would like to trial some other supps again but no money for that atm
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.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.
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