anyone one here find bcaa a staple to retain mass

[Eduardopapi]

any you guys use it while prepping for a show or just to overall sherred

[EpicGringo]

any you guys use it while prepping for a show or just to overall sherred

I use the pill form (convenient for me) I pop a serving before weights or cardio.


I know Layne Norton swears by it

[red_cat]

any you guys use it while prepping for a show or just to overall sherred

I'm using 10-11g BCAAs (powder form added to some Crystal Light) every morning before cardio. I feel like I haven't dropped much muscle at all thus far into my cut. You'll inevitably lose some, but BCAAs seem to help keep that to a minimum.

[zcholla]

I used it religiously through my prep last year, along with alot of other supplements. It was getting too pricey for me to continue and so I cut out alot of supps from my contest prep this year. I havent taken BCAA's once in the last 22 weeks and I'm still bigger and leaner than ever, I dont think they made that much of a difference for me. I'm also a pretty mesomorphic person so I dont catabolize as bad as some ectomorphs out there who may see the benefit of. Personally, No difference.

[N01SYtZ]

Whats the point if you're taking in enough protein ?

[Cdt_Richards]

I absolutely use bcaa's throughout the day during contest prep. The main reason is to keep the amino acid pool full throughout the day, so that even in a calorie deficit, you will maintain your muscle proteins. BCAA's are the major amino's the body can use to synthesize glucose from when liver stores are emptied, and can also make up up to 10% of the bodies energy usage during cardiovascular exercise. Also, BCAA's can help interrupt the tryptophan amino acid from entering the brain, which causes higher levels of fatigue, especially during your workouts. So, using BCAA's while in a deficit not only retains more muscle mass, it will help allow you to push slightly harder throughout the day, during weight training, and during cardio.
Personally, I use about 10-14 grams intra workout, and a few grams in between each meal. This way, since my body is turning to using amino's for glucose production, it will use the added ones first, sparing far more muscle tissue.

[bwelch1985]

I used it religiously through my prep last year, along with alot of other supplements. It was getting too pricey for me to continue and so I cut out alot of supps from my contest prep this year. I havent taken BCAA's once in the last 22 weeks and I'm still bigger and leaner than ever, I dont think they made that much of a difference for me. I'm also a pretty mesomorphic person so I dont catabolize as bad as some ectomorphs out there who may see the benefit of. Personally, No difference.

this.

i dropped bcaa's, creatine, and beta-alanine this year (in part b/c i'm currently unemployed) and have seen absolutely no difference. no loss in strength, no change in energy levels, consistent progression in weight loss. obviously that's not definitive evidence that these supplements are useless (that's not what i'm saying at all), but FOR ME, it proves that their value was significantly exaggerated in my mind.

[devo09]

this.

i dropped bcaa's, creatine, and beta-alanine this year (in part b/c i'm currently unemployed) and have seen absolutely no difference. no loss in strength, no change in energy levels, consistent progression in weight loss. obviously that's not definitive evidence that these supplements are useless (that's not what i'm saying at all), but FOR ME, it proves that their value was significantly exaggerated in my mind.

I have noticed the EXACT same thing. I wanted to use BCAAs but just didn't really have the extra cash to throw around, and it hasn't made ANY difference

[MAX.MAREK]

scivation xtend or dymatize recoup is always part of my supplement bag! haha

[AustrianOakJr]

You need to sip xtend ALL DAY LONG to get ripped. At least a 30 serving bucket every 3 days.


:D OK, maybe not, but I feel two scoops along with your workout is good insurance. Definitely not necessary if you are well fed going in.....but for the OCD.....its good piece of mind.

[JohnBrowne]

One of the bigger scams in the supplement industry

[red_cat]

:D OK, maybe not, but I feel two scoops along with your workout is good insurance. Definitely not necessary if you are well fed going in.....but for the OCD.....its good piece of mind.

That's kind of how I feel. It's insurance for when you're on a restricted calorie diet. Theoretically, if you're eating enough protein from whole foods, you don't NEED them. But if you can afford them then why not?




One of the bigger scams in the supplement industry

Cite some studies or gtfo.

[Cumulonimbus]

OP: No.


scivation xtend or dymatize recoup is always part of my supplement bag! haha

What else is in that bag?

[JohnBrowne]

Cite some studies or gtfo.

Don't feel like it.

[N01SYtZ]

That's kind of how I feel. It's insurance for when you're on a restricted calorie diet. Theoretically, if you're eating enough protein from whole foods, you don't NEED them. But if you can afford them then why not?





Cite some studies or gtfo.

First you say you dont need them, then someone agrees with you and you try to start an argument..?
Like you said if you're getting enough protein in your diet whats the point of buying BCAA's?

[AustrianOakJr]

The biggest advantage I see to BCAA's is that you know they are in your bloodstream when you want. There is little arguement that BCAA's provide a buffer against muscle catabolism when you are doing catabolic activity. Yes, if you timed your protein intake correctly prior to training, then they are "probably" not needed. But again, for me.....its insurance.

[red_cat]

First you say you dont need them, then someone agrees with you and you try to start an argument..?
Like you said if you're getting enough protein in your diet whats the point of buying BCAA's?

No disrespect, but I would hardly say that our posts were saying the same thing. The post I responded to claimed that BCAAs are a scam. All I wanted was some proof that the supplement industry was scamming consumers by selling BCAAs because I think that's a BS claim. The industry often markets BCAAs as "essential for muscle retention" and, while I don't completely agree with that statement, it's a far cry from a scam (scam example: tribulus is still marketed by some companies as an effective muscle building test booster when it has proven to NOT be). BCAAs do provide benefits and are a nice luxury if you can afford them.

[N01SYtZ]

No disrespect, but I would hardly say that our posts were saying the same thing. The post I responded to claimed that BCAAs are a scam. All I wanted was some proof that the supplement industry was scamming consumers by selling BCAAs because I think that's a BS claim. The industry often markets BCAAs as "essential for muscle retention" and, while I don't completely agree with that statement, it's a far cry from a scam (scam example: tribulus is still marketed by some companies as an effective muscle building test booster when it has proven to NOT be). BCAAs do provide benefits and are a nice luxury if you can afford them.

just from the front bottle of xtend
"SCIENTIFICALLY PROVEN TO GAIN MUSCLE AND BURN FAT"

[OoFaP]

The biggest advantage I see to BCAA's is that you know they are in your bloodstream when you want. There is little arguement that BCAA's provide a buffer against muscle catabolism when you are doing catabolic activity. Yes, if you timed your protein intake correctly prior to training, then they are "probably" not needed. But again, for me.....its insurance.

This.

They are cheap enough. I don't see why you wouldn't want the extra insurance.

[simpleguy4]

This.

They are cheap enough. I don't see why you wouldn't want the extra insurance.

Agreed...if you are going to drink water during training, before and during cardio, etc.....why not add some BCAA's to the mix for a little extra support.

[bwelch1985]

Agreed...if you are going to drink water during training, before and during cardio, etc.....why not add some BCAA's to the mix for a little extra support.

b/c they cost money and calories....and generally aren't necessary.

[SupaaJ]

b/c they cost money and calories....and generally aren't necessary.

Yeah, I'm the poor kid that uses the doggie bag Cytosport Whey from Costco. One scoop, 27 grams protein. I just sip throughout session. Easy enough. Cost? Dirt cheap.

[ChristianBBer]

One of the bigger scams in the supplement industry

I am a very nice person IRL. Have tons of friends, I get a long with everyone. Im also a HUGE optimist.

But every post of yours , hell everytime I see your avi, your username I swear I have a million thoughts relating to smashing your face with a shovel.

Anyways, if anyone wants to see if BCAA's supps work. Half way through your workout, or at the end when you're getting tired. Pop a BCAA pill and I can guarantee you'll feel the difference !

And JohnBrowne, congrats, in 5 years that Ive been here Ive not ignored one person in all that time until now.

[JohnBrowne]

No disrespect, but I would hardly say that our posts were saying the same thing. The post I responded to claimed that BCAAs are a scam. All I wanted was some proof that the supplement industry was scamming consumers by selling BCAAs because I think that's a BS claim. The industry often markets BCAAs as "essential for muscle retention" and, while I don't completely agree with that statement, it's a far cry from a scam (scam example: tribulus is still marketed by some companies as an effective muscle building test booster when it has proven to NOT be). BCAAs do provide benefits and are a nice luxury if you can afford them.

Read this:


just from the front bottle of xtend
"SCIENTIFICALLY PROVEN TO GAIN MUSCLE AND BURN FAT"

^^^Exactly that.


b/c they cost money and calories....and generally aren't necessary.


Yeah, I'm the poor kid that uses the doggie bag Cytosport Whey from Costco. One scoop, 27 grams protein. I just sip throughout session. Easy enough. Cost? Dirt cheap.

x3


I am a very nice person IRL. Have tons of friends, I get a long with everyone. Im also a HUGE optimist.

But every post of yours , hell everytime I see your avi, your username I swear I have a million thoughts relating to smashing your face with a shovel.

Anyways, if anyone wants to see if BCAA's supps work. Half way through your workout, or at the end when you're getting tired. Pop a BCAA pill and I can guarantee you'll feel the difference !

And JohnBrowne, congrats, in 5 years that Ive been here Ive not ignored one person in all that time until now.

lol @ you

strong Christian

You might want to talk to a professional about your violent psychosis.

[JohnBrowne]

The biggest advantage I see to BCAA's is that you know they are in your bloodstream when you want. There is little arguement that BCAA's provide a buffer against muscle catabolism when you are doing catabolic activity. Yes, if you timed your protein intake correctly prior to training, then they are "probably" not needed. But again, for me.....its insurance.

This would be a good post if acute catabolism actually meant anything in the big picture... it doesn't.

[Cumulonimbus]

I am a very nice person IRL. Have tons of friends, I get a long with everyone. Im also a HUGE optimist.

But every post of yours , hell everytime I see your avi, your username I swear I have a million thoughts relating to smashing your face with a shovel.

Anyways, if anyone wants to see if BCAA's supps work. Half way through your workout, or at the end when you're getting tired. Pop a BCAA pill and I can guarantee you'll feel the difference !

And JohnBrowne, congrats, in 5 years that Ive been here Ive not ignored one person in all that time until now.

lol brb feeling tired so I'm gonna pop a BCAA pill to help me break a PR.

[N01SYtZ]

I am a very nice person IRL. Have tons of friends, I get a long with everyone. Im also a HUGE optimist.

But every post of yours , hell everytime I see your avi, your username I swear I have a million thoughts relating to smashing your face with a shovel.

Anyways, if anyone wants to see if BCAA's supps work. Half way through your workout, or at the end when you're getting tired. Pop a BCAA pill and I can guarantee you'll feel the difference !

And JohnBrowne, congrats, in 5 years that Ive been here Ive not ignored one person in all that time until now.

lol wat

[SupaaJ]

lol wat

Set 1 (no BCAA pill): 25'sx10
Set 2 Feeling 'off' so I pop a BCAA pill....making sure no one sees it and thinks I'm juicin): 125'sx10

feelsgoodman.

[JohnBrowne]

Remember ONE BCAA pill... that's like half a gram of BCAAs

[Eduardopapi]

wow guys strong feed back thanks probaly wont buy any bcaas lol!

[simpleguy4]

b/c they cost money and calories....and generally aren't necessary.

If you can't afford the money or the quality calories...you are spending them both in the wrong places. As far as being necessary...no, but neither are carbs and I'm sure you eat plenty of those to MAXIMIZE your recovery and growth.

[bwelch1985]

If you can't afford the money or the quality calories...you are spending them both in the wrong places. As far as being necessary...no, but neither are carbs and I'm sure you eat plenty of those to MAXIMIZE your recovery and growth.

lol at you telling me that i'm spending my money in the wrong places. that's hilarious. worthy of a neg.

i would much rather have 10+ additional grams of protein from chicken, eggs, whey, whatever than a shaker cup full of bcaa's (my opinion...spend your calories as you see fit)

[JohnBrowne]

lol at you telling me that i'm spending my money in the wrong places. that's hilarious. worthy of a neg.

i would much rather have 10+ additional grams of protein from chicken, eggs, whey, whatever than a shaker cup full of bcaa's (my opinion...spend your calories as you see fit)

I'll neg him when I can. What a stupid comment.

Not everyone has a million dollars to burn on Xtend every year.

[SupaaJ]

brb comparing bcaas at 40 servings for 40 bucks to carbs, at 12 dollars for TWENTY-FIVE POUNDS OF RICE!

FFS.
People.

[Cumulonimbus]

brb comparing bcaas at 40 servings for 40 bucks to carbs, at 12 dollars for TWENTY-FIVE POUNDS OF RICE!

FFS.
People.

inb4 but bcaas are instant

[JohnBrowne]

inb4 but bcaas are instant

http://www.unclebens.com/images/products/WHINS.jpg

[Cumulonimbus]

Why hasn't a wild supplement pimp appeared yet? What is this?

[SupaaJ]

inb4 wild supp pimp.

[JohnBrowne]

yup inb4 the "Solution" lmaooooooo

[N01SYtZ]

http://www.unclebens.com/images/products/WHINS.jpg

i was scrolling down and wanted to be the first to post this....****in hilarious lol

[simpleguy4]

lol at you telling me that i'm spending my money in the wrong places. that's hilarious. worthy of a neg.

i would much rather have 10+ additional grams of protein from chicken, eggs, whey, whatever than a shaker cup full of bcaa's (my opinion...spend your calories as you see fit)

LOL.....thank you!!!!!!