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BCAA +G FAQ!
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BCAAs (l-leucine, l-isoleucine, and l-valine) are probably the most essential amino acids for athletic performance and endurance. It has been well documented that amino acids are responsible for protein synthesis; hence they are considered the "building blocks". Recent studies suggest that the BCAAs are the most important of all amino acids for improvement in efficiency of fitness, muscular growth and recuperation 1 . Some experts believe that even moderate exercise can drastically increase your body's need for one of the BCAAs, L-Leucine. 2 3
BCAA+G helps increase nitrogen retention, boosts protein synthesis and protects your muscles from the stress and trauma of heavy training and dieting4 . During intense training or dieting, free amino acid pools (in muscle tissue) decrease, drastically reducing protein synthesis (the ability to build muscle). Research has indicated that BCAAs and Glutamine supplementation support this free amino acid pool in the muscle tissue, increasing protein synthesis and allowing the body to build and maintain lean muscle mass. Because the body cannot manufacture its own BCAAs , their importance in the diet are vital for maximum muscle growth and recovery.
Current investigations on protein balance and exercise suggests that BCAAs are used as a "direct" source of energy to a much greater extent than previously thought - as they are oxidized in the muscles and not the liver. The BCAAs are the most rapidly absorbed of all amino acids; in fact, 70% of BCAAs immediately pass through the liver and are "pushed" into the muscle tissue where the majority of the metabolism takes place. BCAAs are also responsible for muscle production and energy production. They may also be of benefit to you during extreme dieting by decreasing the catabolic (breaking down) effect of muscle tissue by balancing testosterone to cortisol ratios.
L-glutamine is the most abundant “free” amino acid in the body but is considered a “non-essential amino acid” since it can be synthesized in the body from glutamate by the enzyme glutamine synthetase or by oxidation from proline in the liver. In muscle, the concentration of free glutamine appears to influence whether muscle will break down (low glutamine content) or build (high glutamine content). Athletes suffering from “overtraining” have shown to have low blood glutamine levels that persist for extended periods of time. These decreased concentrations may lead to decreased immune health and slower recovery times following exercise. Subjects supplementing with oral glutamine show elevated plasma concentrations of both glutamine and growth hormone, suggesting glutamine’s potential benefit in terms of performance and overall body composition.
BCAA+G contains a precise, bioengineered ratio of Branched Chain Amino Acids and Glutamine, which are clinically proven to be conditionally essential for building muscle size, strength and enhancing muscle endurance. BCAA+G maximizes protein synthesis, nitrogen retention and most importantly, protects hard earned muscle from the stress of heavy, intense training and dieting. Clinical investigations have proven that the amino acids in BCAA+G increase energy production as well as help the body recover faster after intense training. While taking this powerful stack in addition to a calorie-restricted diet and intense training, individuals have noted gains in lean mass while dramatically decreasing body fat. Vitamin B6 has been added to enhance amino acid utilization directly into the muscle.
Who should use BCAA+G ?
Branch Chain Amino Acids are perfect for those who feel adverse conditions where the body may go into catabolic mode.
Sport Practices\Events
Bodybuilders
Prolonged Calorie-Deficit State.
I already get protein from my diet, should I still use BCAA+G ?
The main purpose of BCAA is to help you stay out of a catabolic state. If you feel your diet is consistent and compliant to your needs then BCAA are not necessary.
Where Can I Buy BCAA+G ?
Bodybuilding.com Cyber Store
How Much Does BCAA+G Cost?
The 1000g Powder Costs $50 or 5 Cents Per Gram Of BCAA
The 150 Caps Costs: $19 or 12 Cents Per Gram Of BCAA
What Flavor Is BCAA+G ?
Lemonade
How Should I Take BCAA+G ?
BCAA+G can be taken in two ways: mixed with water or placed directly on the tongue. If you want to mix it with water you can use anywhere from 4oz to 32oz of water. The only time more water would be needed unless your using 8 or more servings.
If you wish to place BCAA+G directly on your tongue place 1-3 scoops at a time on your tongue and wash down with water. You may want to begin with one scoop at a time until you get accustomed to doing this.
For the capsules just take like any other capsule you would.
How Many Servings Do I Get?
The 1000g Bottle: 166
The 150 Cap Bottle: 30
How Many Grams Of BCAA Per Serving?
5g of BCAA per serving
How Many Grams Of BCAA Per Bottle?
The 1000g Bottle: 830g of BCAA
The 150 Cap Bottle: 150g of BCAA
How Many Grams Of Leucine Per Serving?
2.5g
How Many Grams Of Leucine Per Bottle?
The 1000g Bottle: 415g
The 150 Cap Bottle: 75g
Can’t I Take Bulk Leucine And Get The Same Effect As BCAA+G ?
This is possible but be aware that this can create an undesirable imbalance. Although leucine is thought of the king of the BCAA’s, the 2:1:1 ratio in BCAA+G helps with balancing of the BCAA’s.
How Many Grams Of Glutamine Per Serving?
1g Of Glutamine Per Serving.
How Many Grams Of Glutamine?
The 1000g Bottle: 166g of Glutamine
The 150 Cap Bottle: 30g of Glutamine
I Hear Capsules Are Not Cost Effective, Why Should I Get Them?
Yes, compared to powder capsule are more expensive but they offer a lot more convince compared to the powdered. No need to bring a container of BCAA+G when you can bring a few capsules.
How Much BCAA+G Do I Need?
Optimal dosing of BCAA+G would be .17g per pound of bodyweight. For a 200lb person it would look like: 200x.17=34g of BCAA. 34/5(grams of BCAA per serving)=7 servings (rounded up from 6.8) or 21 scoops.
Can I Use Less Then .17g Per Pound Of Bodyweight?
Yes. Most users have noticed enhanced recovery any where from 15g-20g. That would be 9-12 Scoops of BCAA+G .
When Do I Take BCAA+G :
Begin to consume your BCAA+G 15 minute’s pre workout. Sip 1/3 of it pre, 1/3 during and 1/3 post workout. This will ensure great recovery.
What Should My Pre-Workout Schedule Look Like?
1 Hour Pre Workout – Pre Workout Meal
15-10mins Pre-Workout Begin Sipping BCAA+G
Can I Use BCAA +G Before Mourning Cardio?
Yes. BCAA+G would be a great addition to your AM cardio routine. BCAA’s will help preserve you lean body mass while your performing cardio in a fasted state.
Can I Take It At Other Times?
Yes, but it is not needed. Many people like to take BCAA’s with breakfast and before bed. Many people have reported incredible gains by sipping BCAA’s through the day.
If I Want To Use It During The Day How Much Should I Take?
A constant supply of BCAA throughout the day will help avoid catabolic situations especially during exercise. Depending on bodyweight, 10g-20g is advised. That would be anywhere from 6-12 scoops of BCAA+G .
I Have Practice Out In The Heat, Would BCAA+G Be Good To Take?
Yes! Studies show that BCAA supplementation can help increase endurance during prolonged exposure in hot conditions.5 Please remember that BCAA’s do not replace your water during practice, You must stay hydrated. You should also keep your BCAA+G cold.
Can BCAA+G Be Stacked With Other MRM Products?
Yes! I would stack BCAA+G with MetaBolic Whey, Driven and Creatine Monohydrate for improved results and recovery. Drink your Driven 30-45 minutes pre-workout and begin to sip BCAA +G 15mins prior to workout. Continue to sip BCAA +G during and post workout. Your pre workout times would look something like:
1-Hour Pre Workout: Pre Workout Meal (MetaBolic Whey + Oats)
30-45minutes Pre Workout: 5g Creatine Monohydrate + Driven
15 minutes Pre Workout: Begin Sipping BCAA +G
Workout
Immediately Post Workout: Finish BCAA +G + 5g Creatine Monohydrate
When You Arrive Home: Post Workout Meal (MetaBolic Whey + Oats)
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BCAAs (l-leucine, l-isoleucine, and l-valine) are probably the most essential amino acids for athletic performance and endurance. It has been well documented that amino acids are responsible for protein synthesis; hence they are considered the "building blocks". Recent studies suggest that the BCAAs are the most important of all amino acids for improvement in efficiency of fitness, muscular growth and recuperation 1 . Some experts believe that even moderate exercise can drastically increase your body's need for one of the BCAAs, L-Leucine. 2 3
BCAA+G helps increase nitrogen retention, boosts protein synthesis and protects your muscles from the stress and trauma of heavy training and dieting4 . During intense training or dieting, free amino acid pools (in muscle tissue) decrease, drastically reducing protein synthesis (the ability to build muscle). Research has indicated that BCAAs and Glutamine supplementation support this free amino acid pool in the muscle tissue, increasing protein synthesis and allowing the body to build and maintain lean muscle mass. Because the body cannot manufacture its own BCAAs , their importance in the diet are vital for maximum muscle growth and recovery.
Current investigations on protein balance and exercise suggests that BCAAs are used as a "direct" source of energy to a much greater extent than previously thought - as they are oxidized in the muscles and not the liver. The BCAAs are the most rapidly absorbed of all amino acids; in fact, 70% of BCAAs immediately pass through the liver and are "pushed" into the muscle tissue where the majority of the metabolism takes place. BCAAs are also responsible for muscle production and energy production. They may also be of benefit to you during extreme dieting by decreasing the catabolic (breaking down) effect of muscle tissue by balancing testosterone to cortisol ratios.
L-glutamine is the most abundant “free” amino acid in the body but is considered a “non-essential amino acid” since it can be synthesized in the body from glutamate by the enzyme glutamine synthetase or by oxidation from proline in the liver. In muscle, the concentration of free glutamine appears to influence whether muscle will break down (low glutamine content) or build (high glutamine content). Athletes suffering from “overtraining” have shown to have low blood glutamine levels that persist for extended periods of time. These decreased concentrations may lead to decreased immune health and slower recovery times following exercise. Subjects supplementing with oral glutamine show elevated plasma concentrations of both glutamine and growth hormone, suggesting glutamine’s potential benefit in terms of performance and overall body composition.
BCAA+G contains a precise, bioengineered ratio of Branched Chain Amino Acids and Glutamine, which are clinically proven to be conditionally essential for building muscle size, strength and enhancing muscle endurance. BCAA+G maximizes protein synthesis, nitrogen retention and most importantly, protects hard earned muscle from the stress of heavy, intense training and dieting. Clinical investigations have proven that the amino acids in BCAA+G increase energy production as well as help the body recover faster after intense training. While taking this powerful stack in addition to a calorie-restricted diet and intense training, individuals have noted gains in lean mass while dramatically decreasing body fat. Vitamin B6 has been added to enhance amino acid utilization directly into the muscle.
Who should use BCAA+G ?
Branch Chain Amino Acids are perfect for those who feel adverse conditions where the body may go into catabolic mode.
Sport Practices\Events
Bodybuilders
Prolonged Calorie-Deficit State.
I already get protein from my diet, should I still use BCAA+G ?
The main purpose of BCAA is to help you stay out of a catabolic state. If you feel your diet is consistent and compliant to your needs then BCAA are not necessary.
Where Can I Buy BCAA+G ?
Bodybuilding.com Cyber Store
How Much Does BCAA+G Cost?
The 1000g Powder Costs $50 or 5 Cents Per Gram Of BCAA
The 150 Caps Costs: $19 or 12 Cents Per Gram Of BCAA
What Flavor Is BCAA+G ?
Lemonade
How Should I Take BCAA+G ?
BCAA+G can be taken in two ways: mixed with water or placed directly on the tongue. If you want to mix it with water you can use anywhere from 4oz to 32oz of water. The only time more water would be needed unless your using 8 or more servings.
If you wish to place BCAA+G directly on your tongue place 1-3 scoops at a time on your tongue and wash down with water. You may want to begin with one scoop at a time until you get accustomed to doing this.
For the capsules just take like any other capsule you would.
How Many Servings Do I Get?
The 1000g Bottle: 166
The 150 Cap Bottle: 30
How Many Grams Of BCAA Per Serving?
5g of BCAA per serving
How Many Grams Of BCAA Per Bottle?
The 1000g Bottle: 830g of BCAA
The 150 Cap Bottle: 150g of BCAA
How Many Grams Of Leucine Per Serving?
2.5g
How Many Grams Of Leucine Per Bottle?
The 1000g Bottle: 415g
The 150 Cap Bottle: 75g
Can’t I Take Bulk Leucine And Get The Same Effect As BCAA+G ?
This is possible but be aware that this can create an undesirable imbalance. Although leucine is thought of the king of the BCAA’s, the 2:1:1 ratio in BCAA+G helps with balancing of the BCAA’s.
How Many Grams Of Glutamine Per Serving?
1g Of Glutamine Per Serving.
How Many Grams Of Glutamine?
The 1000g Bottle: 166g of Glutamine
The 150 Cap Bottle: 30g of Glutamine
I Hear Capsules Are Not Cost Effective, Why Should I Get Them?
Yes, compared to powder capsule are more expensive but they offer a lot more convince compared to the powdered. No need to bring a container of BCAA+G when you can bring a few capsules.
How Much BCAA+G Do I Need?
Optimal dosing of BCAA+G would be .17g per pound of bodyweight. For a 200lb person it would look like: 200x.17=34g of BCAA. 34/5(grams of BCAA per serving)=7 servings (rounded up from 6.8) or 21 scoops.
Can I Use Less Then .17g Per Pound Of Bodyweight?
Yes. Most users have noticed enhanced recovery any where from 15g-20g. That would be 9-12 Scoops of BCAA+G .
When Do I Take BCAA+G :
Begin to consume your BCAA+G 15 minute’s pre workout. Sip 1/3 of it pre, 1/3 during and 1/3 post workout. This will ensure great recovery.
What Should My Pre-Workout Schedule Look Like?
1 Hour Pre Workout – Pre Workout Meal
15-10mins Pre-Workout Begin Sipping BCAA+G
Can I Use BCAA +G Before Mourning Cardio?
Yes. BCAA+G would be a great addition to your AM cardio routine. BCAA’s will help preserve you lean body mass while your performing cardio in a fasted state.
Can I Take It At Other Times?
Yes, but it is not needed. Many people like to take BCAA’s with breakfast and before bed. Many people have reported incredible gains by sipping BCAA’s through the day.
If I Want To Use It During The Day How Much Should I Take?
A constant supply of BCAA throughout the day will help avoid catabolic situations especially during exercise. Depending on bodyweight, 10g-20g is advised. That would be anywhere from 6-12 scoops of BCAA+G .
I Have Practice Out In The Heat, Would BCAA+G Be Good To Take?
Yes! Studies show that BCAA supplementation can help increase endurance during prolonged exposure in hot conditions.5 Please remember that BCAA’s do not replace your water during practice, You must stay hydrated. You should also keep your BCAA+G cold.
Can BCAA+G Be Stacked With Other MRM Products?
Yes! I would stack BCAA+G with MetaBolic Whey, Driven and Creatine Monohydrate for improved results and recovery. Drink your Driven 30-45 minutes pre-workout and begin to sip BCAA +G 15mins prior to workout. Continue to sip BCAA +G during and post workout. Your pre workout times would look something like:
1-Hour Pre Workout: Pre Workout Meal (MetaBolic Whey + Oats)
30-45minutes Pre Workout: 5g Creatine Monohydrate + Driven
15 minutes Pre Workout: Begin Sipping BCAA +G
Workout
Immediately Post Workout: Finish BCAA +G + 5g Creatine Monohydrate
When You Arrive Home: Post Workout Meal (MetaBolic Whey + Oats)