PROTEINS: To obtain lean muscle

Whey Protein Concentrate Blends

Product example-  REFLEX INSTANT WHEY

This is made up with a ratio of 80% whey concentrate and 20% protein isolate. Most whey concentrates are compatible with low carb diets. All whey proteins are fortified with BCAAs (Branch Chain Amino Acids).

Metabolic whey and USN are also fortified with Glutamine.

Whey Protein Isolate

Product example- USN PURE WHEY,REFLEX MICRO WHEY,GARNELL HIGH PERFORMANCE WHEY,NUTRISPORT PROTEIN ISOLATE

Whey Isolate has a higher biological value than standard whey, this makes it more expensive. It is great for people on a lean diet as it has higher protein with almost zero carbs and lactose.

Time Release Proteins

Product example- CNP PRO-PEPTIDE,BSN SYNTHA-6

These sustain the body over a longer period of time which helps to prevent the body falling into a catabolic state. They are ideal to have as an evening replacement meal or if the protein content is low using along side meals.

Immediate release- Whey concentrates (30 mins release period)

Medium release- Egg whey protein (90 mins release period)

Extended release- Micellar Casein and Milk Protein (3hr release period)

MRPs: Meal Replacement (lean muscle gain)

Product example- CNP PRO-MR,EAS MYOPLEX,LABRADA CARB WATCHERS,PhD SYNERGY-IOS-7,SCI-MX LEAN GROW EXTREME

If you want to build lean muscle MRPs are the perfect choice. They are formulated giving you the essential macro nutrients (protein carbs and fats) and micro nutrients (vitamins, minerals etc) for maximum potential that your body needs to work.

CREATINES: Increase muscle gain and strength.

Creates a buffer for lactic acid during workouts which in effect reduces the burning sensation in hard training.

Creatine Monohydrate

Product example- AST CREATINE,CNP PRO- CREATINE,LA MUSCLE CEATINE MONOHYDRATE,REFLEX CREAPURE

Loading phase - Twice daily for 5 days, once a day thereafter.

Micronised Creatine

This has a smaller grain which dissolves more readily giving a less gritty texture at the bottom of your drink.

Creatine Monohydrate Cycling

Recommended 4 weeks on 2 weeks off (but this is personal choice). The idea behind this is that it will help maintain the gains made. If used too long in one period your body gets used to it therefore the gains disappear. 

Advanced Creatines

Product example- REFLEX TRI-MATRIX,BSN CELLMASS,MM USA ATP SERUM

No loading phase necessary as they are formulated to absorb into your system more easily. Use for 8 weeks maximum and then a 4 week rest period.

CARBOHYDRATES: Energy Drinks

Product example- CNP PRO-FUEL,NUTRISPORT ENERGY BOOST,PhD BATTERY,MAXIMUSCLE VIPER

Carbohydrates are the main source of energy in a human body, 50% of your daily fuel intake should be made up with them. To have a steady supply of glucose into your blood stream it is advisable to have a but a standard training diet should consist of about 2g of carb to 1 lb of body weight.

Helping toward weight loss low glycemic foods create a feeling of fullness due to the slower rate of digestion.

WEIGHT GAINERS: Build Mass Size

Product example- BSN TRUE-MASS,CNP PRO-MASS,MAMMOTH 2500,MAXIMUSCLE PROGAIN

Basically these products are perfect to increase your body mass and not lean size.

TESTOSTERONE BOOSTERS: Increase Testosterone and Build Muscle

Product example- CNP TRIBULUS,SCI-MENTOR TEST-X,SCI-MX 17 TESTO METHOX,USN 19 ANABOL TESTO

By increasing the luteinising hormone, Tribulus Terrestris tells your body to produce testosterone. Tribulus works within the bodys natural limits helping to increase muscle and strength.

Product example- EAS GLUTAMINE,HYPER STRENGTH L-GLUTAMINE,LA MUSCLE GLUTAMINE ABSOLUTE,REFLEX L-GLUTAMINE

Glutamine is an excellent muscle builder which also increases natural growth hormone and immunity. Boosting Protein Synthesis, your overall performance is improved and it aids quicker recovery from workouts.

BCAA (BRANCH CHAIN AMINO ACIDS): Muscle Recovery

Product example- BODITRONICS BCAA ELITE 8000,CNP PRO-AMINOS,INNER ARMOUR AMINO 2000,PROLAB AMINO 2000

Boosting Protein Synthesis and suppressing muscle protein breakdown.

To help protect muscles from heavy training stress take BCAAs before and after training.

MULTI VITAMINS:

Product example- UNIVERSAL ANIMAL PAK,CNP PRO-VITAL,REFLEX NEXGEN,

Vitamins are fundamental in keeping a healthy body. They also enhance the effectiveness of any supplements you take.

FAT BURNERS:

Product example- BSN THERMONEX,EAS THERMO DYNAMX,iSATORI ISA LEAN SYSTEM 7,MUSCLETECH HYDROXYCUT HARDCORE

Metabolism increases, hunger suppresses. Thermogenic intensifying.

Supplement companies are now finding a more natural way of increasing metabolism and fat burning effects so they are now mainly ephedrine free (the ingredient that makes you feel buzzy /jittery).

An alternative  CLA (Conjugated Linoleic Acid) or Sida Cordifolia

NO NITRIC OXIDE: Increases blood flow, Pumps muscles and Increases vascular appearance. Helping to prolong muscle performance.

Product example- UNIVERSAL ANIMAL NITRO,BSN NITRIX,BSN NO-XPLODE,MET-Rx NITROPUMP

Increased blood flow serves to deliver more nutrients to the muscles helping them become larger whilst subjecting them to stress. Making this product of interest with Body Builders, Nitric Oxide helps to reduce inflammation having potential to reduce pain in muscles subjected to extreme stress.

 We do hope this is of help to you if you require anymore advice please don't hesitate to call on 01473 249051 or e-mail

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Happy training

MATT HICKMAN