Scientific studies show that the best time to take creatine is close to a workout, and using it as a post-workout supplement might offer the most benefits. For many athletes and bodybuilders, the question is not if you should take creatine. After all, it is the number one dietary supplement for increased athletic performance. Instead, … Read more
Knowing how to cut is essential for bodybuilding success. As a bodybuilder, you spend your time lifting heavy weights, building muscle, and eating a lot of food, and then you step up on stage to show off your physique. Right? That’s what a lot of people outside of bodybuilding believe. However, that’s only half of … Read more
Your training and diet are the two most important factors for bodybuilding success. If they aren’t on point, expect your results to be less than satisfactory. A healty diet is your number one priortiy, but certain nutritional supplements can help you get the most out of your efforts in the gym. Some are extra beneficial … Read more
Are you looking for the best supplements to get shredded? You’re in the right place. Your diet and training are the keys to success in your efforts to cut and lose fat. If those aren’t on point, no pills or powders can get you shredded. That being said, the right supplements can be that icing … Read more
Key Points: After reading this article, you’ll know what HMB is and how it affects your muscles and performance. Also, you’ll know if claims that HMB supplements help you get stronger and build muscle have any scientific basis. What Is HMB? HMB stands for beta-hydroxy-beta-methylbutyrate and is a by-product of the amino acid leucine. When … Read more
Do you need dietary supplements to build muscle and strength and to stay healthy? No, you don’t. As long as you eat a reasonably balanced diet, you’ll get results from your efforts in the gym. With a bit of planning, you can also get the nutrients you need to keep your body healthy through regular … Read more
Supplements for weight loss, do they work? That’s the topic of the day. In this article, I’m going to take a close look at a recent review of supplements marketed as weight loss products, fat-burners, and calorie-blockers. After reading it, you’ll know which ones are worth your hard-earned money, which might have an effect even … Read more
Creatine is one of the best supplements you can take if your goal is strength and muscle growth. Creatine has been studied in over a thousand trials, and has consistently been found to increase strength and muscle size. Furthermore, it seems to diminish muscle damage after exercise, and may enhance cognitive functions such as memory … Read more
As you may or may not know, we have a huge guide to the popular supplement HMB here on the site. HMB is a metabolite of the essential amino acid leucine. Having both anti-catabolic and anabolic effects, it has been highly touted as a must-have supplement for athletes. However, most research, with the exception of … Read more
I remember when glutamine was one of the hottest supplements around. One of the go-to supplements for anyone interested in strength training, or in exercise in general for that matter. Not only could it make you bigger and stronger, it also kept the respiratory infections away and helped you recover faster after your grueling workouts. … Read more