Basketball Player Needs Suggestion on Recovery Supplement

[Just A Robot]

Hey guys,

On monday I will be going to California to train for basketball for 3 weeks. I will be doing a ton of cardio, lifting, plyos, etc every day while im there and I was wondering what would be the best supplement to help me recover quick from all this. Thanks in advance for all your help.

[SavageOne]

At this point, I would limit my suggestions to a BCAA supplement. You should already be taking protein, unless you get enough in your diet.

Most of my attention would be on staying hydrated and stretching to help with recovery.

[Jayman30187]

http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/basketball.htm

[cal62887]

Xtend by Scivation....both Citrulline Malate and BCAA

[DrnkMnky]

CORE ABC: BCAAs, Citrulline Malate, and Beta Alanine.

[kieltyka34]

good diet, coQ10, pH buffer such as beta-alanine, b-vitamins, water, electrolytes. you may also wish to add in sulbutiamine for combating fatigue

[Just A Robot]

Alright guys thanks for the help so far. I'll get you all with reps when I recharge. So far my cart looks like this

NOW521 NOW L-Citrulline, 750mg/90 Capsules
SF145 SciFit BCAA AKG 1000, 90 Softgels
PRIMA046 PrimaForce Beta Alanine, 500 Grams
UNIQ013 Unique Nutrition Sulbutiamine, 300mg/60 Capsules


Is that too much? Too less? Im new to this kind of stuff. And if this is the right amount would I just take them all as suggested?

Thanks again guys

[Mr. Aries]

Alright guys thanks for the help so far. I'll get you all with reps when I recharge. So far my cart looks like this

NOW521 NOW L-Citrulline, 750mg/90 Capsules
SF145 SciFit BCAA AKG 1000, 90 Softgels
PRIMA046 PrimaForce Beta Alanine, 500 Grams
UNIQ013 Unique Nutrition Sulbutiamine, 300mg/60 Capsules


Is that too much? Too less? Im new to this kind of stuff. And if this is the right amount would I just take them all as suggested?

Thanks again guys

well 1, I can't believe you said "too less"..


2, that SciFit BCAA AKG 1000 needs to be replaced with something better. Try using a powdered form of BCAA. It's much more cost-efficient.

[jules_d1]

looks pretty good but remember- if you are not staying hydrated, eating well and stretching, the above supps will do very little

I'd look for a different BCAA though..maybe purple wraath

[ncangey0513]

BCAA's (Xtend, PrimaForce, ICE, Excell)
Body Octane
Cordygen5

[SavageOne]

2, that SciFit BCAA AKG 1000 needs to be replaced with something better. Try using a powdered form of BCAA. It's much more cost-efficient.

This thread may help find a better alternative:
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...ight=best+bcaa

[7Happy7]

http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/basketball.htm

a person with no supplemetn knowledge should not go to that site. lol creatine mono = no xplode? strong animla pak promotion

[kerplunk]

I'd say Cordygen5 + Core ABCs

[Fromendwell]

Scivations Xtend. Watermelon is AMAZING

[Just A Robot]

Alrigtht thanks for the help so far. Right now I have this.

PrimaForce Beta Alanine, 500 Grams
Unique Nutrition Sulbutiamine, 300mg/60 Capsules
Controlled Labs Purple Wraath, 2.39 Lbs., Juicy Grape
MAN Body Octane, 575 Grams, Citrus
Millennium Sport Cordygen5, 90 Caplets


How does that look? And how should I take it? Thanks again

[CONTROLLED LABS]

Alrigtht thanks for the help so far. Right now I have this.

PrimaForce Beta Alanine, 500 Grams
Unique Nutrition Sulbutiamine, 300mg/60 Capsules
Controlled Labs Purple Wraath, 2.39 Lbs., Juicy Grape
MAN Body Octane, 575 Grams, Citrus
Millennium Sport Cordygen5, 90 Caplets


How does that look? And how should I take it? Thanks again

looks great add in some creatine, whey and a multi and your good.

[beez721]

Alright guys thanks for the help so far. I'll get you all with reps when I recharge. So far my cart looks like this

NOW521 NOW L-Citrulline, 750mg/90 Capsules
SF145 SciFit BCAA AKG 1000, 90 Softgels
PRIMA046 PrimaForce Beta Alanine, 500 Grams
UNIQ013 Unique Nutrition Sulbutiamine, 300mg/60 Capsules


Is that too much? Too less? Im new to this kind of stuff. And if this is the right amount would I just take them all as suggested?

Thanks again guys

may wanna add glutamine. its cheap and seems to help me with muscle soreness. I didnt realize it helped much until I went off it

[Just A Robot]

Hey I just wanted to thank everyone who posted. I will work on getting reps to everyone, it may take a while since ill be gone for 3 weeks but eventually ill get ya. Well tomorrow im off to Cali. Thanks again guys!

[gjohnson5]

I was about to say, any endurance athlete needs to take in carbs to help recovery. I agree with the watermelon , but pure glucose / dextrose is probably better

Scivations Xtend. Watermelon is AMAZING

[powerhouse23]

Hey guys,

On monday I will be going to California to train for basketball for 3 weeks. I will be doing a ton of cardio, lifting, plyos, etc every day while im there and I was wondering what would be the best supplement to help me recover quick from all this. Thanks in advance for all your help.

sounds intense, what kind of camp?

[JIGSAW]

I'd look for a different BCAA though..maybe purple wraath

X2. ^^ The Wraath is great for recovery...and endurance.

[Just A Robot]

sounds intense, what kind of camp?

Its not really a camp. Im just here training with a guy who has trained a bunch of Prof. athletes so I thought it would be good for me. So far my supps haven't got here yet and im about to die haha

[Just A Robot]

Alright guys last question. I got this in the mail today.

PrimaForce Beta Alanine, 500 Grams
Controlled Labs Purple Wraath, 2.39 Lbs., Juicy Grape
MAN Body Octane, 575 Grams, Citrus
Millennium Sport Cordygen5, 90 Caplets

They all pretty much say to take preworkout. So should I take them all pwo and nothing the rest of the day or should I split them up? I dunno.

Thanks guys

[Christopher J]

http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/basketball.htm

I checked out that link & it mentions Flax seed oil. I am taking fish oil right now. You do not want to take both at the same time do you? When I decided to choose fish oil over flax seed the benefits seemed to be better. But myself also being a basketball player, should I now switch over to Flax seed oil? I did not know that Flax seed "provides energy, prevents the breakdown of muscle tissue and enhances mental clarity and focus"

[Just A Robot]

This is what they all say,

Purple Wrath: Directions: To assess your individual tolerance, combine 1/2 scoop with 4 oz of water and consule if before, during and/or after your workout. Shake well before drinking.
Combine 1-2 scoops of Purple Wraath with 6-14 oz. of water, and consume it pre-workout or over an extended period of time (pre-workout, during your workout, and post-workout).

Body Octane: Directions: On training days mix one level scoop in 12 oz. of water or with a sports drink twice daily. Take one serving approximately 30 minutes prior to exercise and another serving first thing in the morning or in the afternoon depending on what time you train. Each serving should be seperated by a minimum of 5 hours. On rest days take one serving upon waking and one serving before sleep.

Cordygen5:
Directions: Take one caplet three times daily or 30-60 minutes prior to weightlifting or endurance activity.

Beta Alanine: Directions: On Training Days: take one serving 30-45 minutes prior to exercise and one serving post workout.
On Non-Training Days: Consume one serving prior to your first meal of the day and another serving 6-8 hours later.

I just dont know if I should take that much stuff prework out. Im sure it wouldnt hurt I just want to make sure.
Thanks

[RoadPigJohn]

I recommend you 20 grams of glutamine a day!!! From any brand.....

10 before working out "Playing Basketball" (An even during working out)
and 10 more after finish your practice.