BCAA's

[RoadBike]

I just recently started taking BCAA's and so far I am very pleased with the results. But I do have a couple of questions that I have not been able to find the answers to anywhere else on the net.

1. If I take three 1 gram capsules at the same time. Does this raise my energy level higher than it would if I only took two? Or does this mean that the energy boost I get will last longer than it would if I had only taken two?

2. I ride a road bike competitively. Does anyone have any suggestions in regards to BCAA's about how to make the best use of them when I do ride?

Thank you in advance for your help.

[TheFugitive]

I just recently started taking BCAA's and so far I am very pleased with the results. But I do have a couple of questions that I have not been able to find the answers to anywhere else on the net.

1. If I take three 1 gram capsules at the same time. Does this raise my energy level higher than it would if I only took two? Or does this mean that the energy boost I get will last longer than it would if I had only taken two?

2. I ride a road bike competitively. Does anyone have any suggestions in regards to BCAA's about how to make the best use of them when I do ride?

Thank you in advance for your help.

Which BCAA caps are you taking? I'm sure your using a lot of your upper muscle groups when riding. I'd be happy to send you a few samples of BPI Sports Best BCAA in powder form to try?

[gbullock32]

I just recently started taking BCAA's and so far I am very pleased with the results.

The placebo is strong with this one.

[IlliniTrack800m]

I just recently started taking BCAA's and so far I am very pleased with the results. But I do have a couple of questions that I have not been able to find the answers to anywhere else on the net.

1. If I take three 1 gram capsules at the same time. Does this raise my energy level higher than it would if I only took two? Or does this mean that the energy boost I get will last longer than it would if I had only taken two?

2. I ride a road bike competitively. Does anyone have any suggestions in regards to BCAA's about how to make the best use of them when I do ride?

Thank you in advance for your help.

If your BCAAs are powder, then just mix some in what ever liquid you drink while you bike. As in, drink during your workout. This is a bit harder to do with capsules though lol

[NEBinAK]

I just recently started taking BCAA's and so far I am very pleased with the results. But I do have a couple of questions that I have not been able to find the answers to anywhere else on the net.

1. If I take three 1 gram capsules at the same time. Does this raise my energy level higher than it would if I only took two? Or does this mean that the energy boost I get will last longer than it would if I had only taken two?

2. I ride a road bike competitively. Does anyone have any suggestions in regards to BCAA's about how to make the best use of them when I do ride?

Thank you in advance for your help.

At least shoot for 6g better if it was more like 10-14g but 6g is the minimum I would recommend.

As for when to take them, since your going to be riding a bike it's kinda hard to take capsules while riding so I would take before your ride.

I for one won't recommend you a different kind or brand unless you ask for suggestions. Since that is the rules....

[xLGx]

BCAAs giving energy. Strong placebo.

[xHiroko]

1. Yes, because the more Isoleucine you consume, the more energy you get.
The body converts Isoleucine to Carbon Oxide, the same molecule our body converts carbs (energy) to.

2. Beta-Alanine is excellent for all cardio types.

[OT2000]

1. Yes, because the more Isoleucine you consume, the more energy you get.
The body converts Isoleucine to Carbon Oxide, the same molecule our body converts carbs (energy) to.

So the body converts all Isoleucine to Carbon Oxide you say? Please explain this process. I missed that part somewhere.

[Sixpack]

I have never take capsules, I would save money and opt for a powder if you can, more bang for your buck and many actually taste pretty good now
Champion Nutrition Amino Shooter
BPI and Scivation's Xtend are all good
Optimum Amino Energy as well.

Sixpack

[BULLED]

1. Yes, because the more Isoleucine you consume, the more energy you get.
The body converts Isoleucine to Carbon Oxide, the same molecule our body converts carbs (energy) to.

2. Beta-Alanine is excellent for all cardio types.

Listen to this guy, he knows perfectly what he's talking about. He is a renowned scientist.

[xLGx]

So the body converts all Isoleucine to Carbon Oxide you say? Please explain this process. I missed that part somewhere.

This has been confirmed by a double blind study from Hiroko Labs Inc.

[BULLED]

Inb4 xHiroko is hired by Tampa. He'll make a great team with Jacob.

[Todayisforme]

I just recently started taking BCAA's and so far I am very pleased with the results. But I do have a couple of questions that I have not been able to find the answers to anywhere else on the net.

1. If I take three 1 gram capsules at the same time. Does this raise my energy level higher than it would if I only took two? Or does this mean that the energy boost I get will last longer than it would if I had only taken two?

What you get out of the BCAA depends a lot on the blend and if there is anything else in it. BCAA's aren't really for an energy boost, there are products you can get specifically for increasing energy. Yes BCAA's can stave off fatigue, and they are great for if you do a fasting workout, they can increase your endurance, but they are primarily for protein synthesis, recovery, muscle growth and preventing muscle loss.

2. I ride a road bike competitively. Does anyone have any suggestions in regards to BCAA's about how to make the best use of them when I do ride?

Thank you in advance for your help.

I would get a powder and mix it in with whatever you drink when you ride. Have a little before you start and drink it throughout the ride. If it's a longer race, I'd make sure I had a protein bar or two stuffed in one of my jersey pockets that also have relatively high carbs.

[abroom]

In, I just recently grabbed a tub of bcaa's, (what the hell it was on sale), I dont really know if its helping, might be giving me a bit more energy, do they even work?