The First Official Promo to come from Betancourt Nutrition!!!!

[nrk5014]

We would like 5 testers for our:

DiCreatine and Joint Support Product



What is it?!

The human physique has a limited capability for producing energy on its own. The system in the body that gives you the energy needed for sustained intense workouts is called the ATP-PC (Phosphagen) system. ATP is short for adenosine triphosphate, while PC stands for phosphocreatine. Both are components that produce energy on the cellular level when their chemical phosphate bonds are broken. The processes of digestion and eventually the breakdown of PC will provide the energy necessary to regenerate the ATP compound that produces the energy needed to do work. In the muscle cells, it is the ATP-PC cycle that actually provides energy for individual protein filament contractions. However, when the ATP stores are depleted, the muscular contractions are impaired, and your workout suffers.

If you?re eating optimally and still ?hit the wall? in your workouts, what else can you do? You need to replenish your source of fuel at the cellular level! But how do you do that? Unfortunately the process of digestion is too slow to provide you with a quick source of fuel when you?re training. That means you still need an ideal energy source that will spare protein and provide you with the energy needed to push you through an intense workout. Creatine monohydrate may just be the answer you have been looking for! It has been tested extensively, and has been shown to be a possible answer to your stamina/growth dreams.

Creatine is not a new product on the supplement market. But the addition of beneficial Malic acid is different, that is in comparison to products that have been produced in the past that claim to be so called ?enhanced? creatine products. As we all know many of these products are just marketing hype, basically an effort to add value, adding a twist to the old ?stand by? base ingredient. What is exciting is that the addition of Malic acid bound to creatine shows promise. When malic acid (a component that is used in the Krebs cycle to increase energy) and creatine monohydrate are combined to form the compound creatine malate, the resulting product is a more bioavailable form of creatine monohydrate, which may prove to be more efficient in increasing the production of energy because of the impact it has on ATP production and utilization. And any product that can give you the edge in helping you to recuperate faster and that helps you to build muscle and gives you more energy should be at the top of your list of products to take every day! Creatine not only will help to restore energy, but it can buffer the build-up of lactic acid that occurs during exercise, which is also a cause of fatigue and failure.

The addition of chondroitin sulfate to the product adds value that you won?t find in most other products sold to the active athlete. During those hard workouts there is a major amount of stress placed on the joints and the tissues that support proper joint function. Chondroitin sulfate is a major constituent of cartilage, which is the tissue that allows the joints to move smoothly. It provides structure, holds water and nutrients, and allows other molecules to move through cartilage. This last property is important since there is no blood supply to cartilage. In degenerative joint disease (which occurs due to a number of reasons including over use) there is a loss of chondroitin sulfate as the cartilage erodes. And with an estimated twenty one million adult sufferers in the United States , the interest in chondroitin sulfate is no surprise. Chondroitin sulfate belongs to a family of heteropolysaccharides called glycosaminoglycans or GAGs. Glycosaminoglycans are also known as mucopolysaccharides. This macromolecule naturally co-exists with several other known GAGs, including keratin sulfate, heparin, heparan sulfate and dermatan sulfate. As stated, chondroitin sulfate is found in humans in their cartilage, bone, cornea, skin and the arterial wall and needs to be replenished on a regular basis, especially if you train hard year round.

Another ingredient that works synergistically with chondroitin is glucosamine. There are several different kinds of glucosamine products on the market and all work in a somewhat similar manner. There are literally hundreds of scientific studies on the use of this ingredient that show it reduces pain and helps rebuild connective tissues in the joints. Glucosamine is readily absorbed by the body, it is a substance that is naturally found and made in the body, but due to a number of factors it is produced in limited amounts and needs to be supplemented in the diet to have a therapeutic effect. And again this is especially true if you are a hard working athlete where damage to the joint tissues is more prevalent. Even though this is not a cure for these degenerative diseases it is a ray of hope for alleviating the pain and discomfort that is associated with the pathology. Lets face it, any down time from training is time wasted, so it only makes sense to get the protection and energy ingredients you need all in one product. It is only common sense that if you take care of your body by taking what it needs to perform well, you will make the gains that others dream about!

References:
Racette SB. Creatine supplementation and athletic performance. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2003 Oct;33(10):615-21.
Kreider, R.B., 1999. Dietary supplements and the promotion of muscle growth with resistance exercise. Sports Medicine 27:97-110.
Becque, M.D., et al. 2000. Effects of oral creatine supplementation on muscular strength and body composition. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise 32: 654-658.
Constantz RB. Hyaluronan, glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate: roles for therapy in arthritis? In: Kelley WN, Harris ED, Ruddy S, Sledge CB, eds. Textbook of rheumatology. Philadelphia : WB Saunders, 1998.
Deal CL, Moskowitz RW. Nutraceuticals as therapeutic agents in osteoarthritis: the role of glucosamine, chondroitin sulfate, and collagen hydrolysate. Rheum Dis Clin North Am 1999; 25: 379-95.


These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.


Features and Benefits!

Increases skeletal muscle volume and mass to increase strength, power and endurance and decrease susceptibility to muscle injury.

Tastes great!

Helps to repair injured and/or inflamed muscle.

Helps to treat disease conditions associated with decreased muscular energy.

Decreases post training recovery time.

Helps to treat conditions associated with muscle wasting.

Increasing training capacity and endurance.

What's in it?!?

Supplement Facts
Serving Size 1Scoop(15g)
Servings Per Container30

Amount Per Serving % Daily Value

Calories 24
Total Carbohydrate 5g <2%
Sugars 5g
Protein 1g <2%
Di-Creatine Malate 5000mg *
Glucosamine Sulfate 1500mg *
Chondroitin Sulfate 1500mg *
Taurine 1000mg *

* Daily Value not established

Other Ingredients
Natural And Artificial Flavors, Sucralose, Citric Acid

Dosing
Mix one scoop 30 minutes prior to your workout on an empty stomach and directly after on an empty stomach.


How can I log this product?!?
Anyone interested in logging this product must submit a post telling us Why they think creatine is such an important supplement for a dedicated trainer, and how joint support should be a staple in all supplement stashes. We would also like to know previous/current creatine and joint supplement use.

We ask for a few simple necessities:
1) You must log the product for the recommended amount of servings displayed on the container (30)
2) You must be willing to update the log at least 4x a week.
3) Comparison to previous supplements used would be very helpful.
4) We would like logs to begin within 3 weeks of the promotions end.


Submissions will be taken until 8/29/08!!!

[bigla2004]

Cool product idea for sure. Good luck and I look forward to a quality start for a good company.

[DinoT1985]

Awesome!

[joakman]

Definitely interested in this.

[Rob Awesome]

Congrats on the rep position NRK. I did not know

[TriednTrue]

I'm down

[COUNTRYMIKE]

Cool promo.....good luck to all that apply

[thehulk50]

im down for this, ive been looking for a joint product because my knees and shoulders are torn up from over the years, always need those joints healthy to carry loads of weight during workouts and of course creatine for strength and recovery.

[Giant_Killer]

Anyone interested in logging this product must submit a post telling us Why they think creatine is such an important supplement for a dedicated trainer, and how joint support should be a staple in all supplement stashes. We would also like to know previous/current creatine and joint supplement use.

I don't think, I know creatine is an important supplement for a dedicated trainer. Creatine has stood the test of time, through the release of many "flash-in-the-pan" wonder-supps have come and gone. This is because creatine has REAL STUDIES, real peer review, real scholastic inquisition. And REAL results. I have used creatine off and on for 3 years now and I can tell a significant difference in my power and amount of weight handled. Creatine also enhances my bodyweight and helps me to appear more full and built. I've used several creatines in the past and would look forward to trying one from such a great company.

Glucosamine and Chondroitin, have also stood the test of time and beat out all other joint supplements that have come & gone. Research shows it decreases pain in the joint by both lubricating & regenerating the tissue. I have never realized so clearly until lately how important joint supplementation is. My training has reached a new level that has taken it's toll on my joints. I have been training with compound and power movements that put the most muscle on, but also stress the joints heavily. My deadlifts are up into the 400's for reps, squats are in the 300's for reps, dipping with 90 lbs. strapped to me, barbell rows in the mid 200's. And I have felt the pain of my shoulders slowly increase as my intensity increases. My left rotator cuff now hurts every day and my knees are holding up but flare up. I want to continue to do the movements that make me massive. I need something to protect my joints so I can lift heavy.

I have used many generic Creatine Monohydrate products including Ultimate, Prolab, Universal, and bulk powder. I am currently using Universal Storm, which is the only "augmented" creatine product I have used. I have never used any joint supplements.

We ask for a few simple necessities:
1) You must log the product for the recommended amount of servings displayed on the container (30)
2) You must be willing to update the log at least 4x a week.
3) Comparison to previous supplements used would be very helpful.
4) We would like logs to begin within 3 weeks of the promotions end.

I can fulfill all of these requirements to the letter.

[nrk5014]

thanks for the support so far!

nice first entry also

keep em comin!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[benjamin0]

NICE! Ma be throwin an app up there!

[Beast21]

I would be very happy to do a log and review of this product

I can update everyday most of the time, and I will even put progress pics up if you want me too

Just let me know!

[wada]

Joint/Creatine product...NIce!!! this is a first..

[dbthorp]

NICE! I will definitely get an app up soon as I am in dire need of a joint supp

[Free Weight Friedel]

Originally Posted by nrk5014

We would like 5 testers for our:

DiCreatine and Joint Support Product




How can I log this product?!?
Anyone interested in logging this product must submit a post telling us Why they think creatine is such an important supplement for a dedicated trainer, and how joint support should be a staple in all supplement stashes. We would also like to know previous/current creatine and joint supplement use.

We ask for a few simple necessities:
1) You must log the product for the recommended amount of servings displayed on the container (30)
2) You must be willing to update the log at least 4x a week.
3) Comparison to previous supplements used would be very helpful.
4) We would like logs to begin within 3 weeks of the promotions end.


Submissions will be taken until 8/29/08!!!

Some good apps so far, but remember to do the above if you want to be considered to log this product!!!

[Stonecoldtruth]

Very nice product, I like the simplicity and lack of needless fillers, will allow for maximal stacking!

[dbthorp]

Originally Posted by Stonecoldtruth

Very nice product, I like the simplicity and lack of needless fillers, will allow for maximal stacking!

yea, know exactly what you are getting, and no extra unnecessary stuff

[nrk5014]

Thanks for all the support guys.

Originally Posted by Free Weight Friedel

Some good apps so far, but remember to do the above if you want to be considered to log this product!!!

I CANNOT STRESS THIS ENOUGH!!!

If you want to be considered for the products, you MUST answer the guidelines I proposed. I thank everyone for the interest, but we NEED the questions answered. I appreciate it fellas.

[dbthorp]

I have a quick question, I have had digestive problems with creatine mono in the past, but use green MAg with no problem. would Di-Creatine Malate cause problems, or probably not?

I will be entering when I have a chance to think out what I am going to write

[joakman]

I'll be throwing an app in closer to the deadline

[Stonecoldtruth]

Originally Posted by dbthorp

I have a quick question, I have had digestive problems with creatine mono in the past, but use green MAg with no problem. would Di-Creatine Malate cause problems, or probably not?

I will be entering when I have a chance to think out what I am going to write

DiCreatine Malate is known for the strength, lean muscle, and endurance increases of creatine mono, without the bloating, stomach upset, or cramping. Moreover, it is also thought to be more bioavailable.

[MawkieMawk]

Bump for my boy nic!

[nrk5014]

Originally Posted by Stonecoldtruth

DiCreatine Malate is known for the strength, lean muscle, and endurance increases of creatine mono, without the bloating, stomach upset, or cramping. Moreover, it is also thought to be more bioavailable.

took the words out of my mouth, before I could even speak them

well said.

[Dedicatedforlife]

Betan who?

[nrk5014]

Originally Posted by Dedicatedforlif

Betan who?

betanCOURT...as in Jorge Betancourt

[Free Weight Friedel]

Originally Posted by Dedicatedforlif

Betan who?

more stuff for you to eat!!

[AConrad00]

good luck to all testers!


i want the chewies

[Free Weight Friedel]

Looking for more people to sign up.

[FWCMuZiK]

nice i want to see how ppl find this product as well

[Sam9530130]

I'd be interested in testing that product.