BCAA's During Training?

[Asterixx]

I have been told by my strength and Cond. trainer at Rugby that the best time to take BCAA's is during weight training, I've always thought it was something you should only consume pre-training.

Is there a difference at all?

[rhadam]

You can consume pre or intra. Arguments can be made for either time, and it ends up coming down to preference. Personally i take mine intra (when i do take bcaa drinks).

[Kwazziee]

Sorry about the high-jack.

Do I still need to take BCAA even if I drink a protein shake during my workout? Would it make any different since protein have BCAA already. Correct me if I am wrong.

[Retrotiger]

You can drink a little bit of it pre-workout/training. And then consume everything intra-workout/training. Look at Xtend/Purple Wraath.

[marcski]

Cantvgo wrong doing it at both times and also when not working out...eventually it's a win!

[ighairynutsack]

I have been told by my strength and Cond. trainer at Rugby that the best time to take BCAA's is during weight training, I've always thought it was something you should only consume pre-training.

Is there a difference at all?

its mostly preference i do mine pre because i dont like to carry things with me when i lift and my workouts are really short. if they were longer i would do pre and intra. but use them how you see they help you most.

[Asterixx]

Ill give it a shot and let you know how it all goes. Cheers kids!

[dex26]

I recommend taking it during (intra), some products even boost your energy levels while helping with recovery (bcaas). These 3 products i love for intra. Then of course you can always get more with your post workout protein drink.

SizeOn
Power shock
Xtend

Any of those 3, you can't go wrong in my opinion.

[neddo]

I'd add PW and Intrabolic to that list, with PW ranking above all IMO.

[My_Legacy]

Probably helps mostly during a cut, but if you have the money then go for it !