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What are the BEST supplements to take to increase muscle?
I work out 4 times a week and want to start taking some supplements. NO STEROIDS or HGH, im looking for the best products that you have taken yourself or can recommend- brand names and what they do. Ive taken whey and soy protein but have been hearing about other products such as Size On. I don't no much about supplements and I don't want to harm my body. Any suggestions help! Thanks
February 3rd, 2011 - 00:52
FOOD!
If you want to gain muscle, you have to eat a lot. Shoot for 500 calories over your maintenance level to start. Make sure you are getting at least 1gm of protein per pound of target body weight.
Supplements are a complete waste of money. The most you can expect to gain from supplementation is a 2-3% change in muscle mass. While that may make a difference to a professional bodybuilder, it’s simply not worth the money.
The only supplement that can be worthwhile is a good quality whey protein. But even then, it isn’t necessary if you’re getting enough protein from your food. And don’t bother with expensive post workout drinks (like Surge). A glass of nonfat chocolate milk is just as good.
February 3rd, 2011 - 00:52
One thing to point out, those kind of supplements don’t necessarily help make you stronger.
They can help retain water in the muscles and use other ways of making them appear bigger, but I’ve read some bad press in the magazines about supplements.
If looking bigger is the main goal though, go for it! lol, I’m sure people on here will have good recommendations.
February 3rd, 2011 - 00:52
Seriously buddy, a lot of this supplement buisness is a joke, it’s a lot of marketing buisness. Use whey protein, that’s the big one for building muscles, you can use creatine aswel, they are both safe and very effective. I personally buy whey, creatin, amino’s and that’s all i use. Buy from http://www.myprotein.co.uk that’s the cheapest and best quality in the uk, i’ve bought loads from them! Dont bother with big brands, the supplements needed are all on there for much cheaper. Use the code MP115472 to get 5% off aswel when purchasing. If you find cheaper that that, let me know.
Good luck buddy.
February 3rd, 2011 - 00:52
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