A multivitamin. It's not exotic, but it is a must for everyone who doesn't get enough fruits and vegetables. (That's you, and up to 80% of other men.) Rather than megadoses of nutrients, look for one pill that provides 100% of your daily requirements for as many different vitamins and minerals as possible. (Amounts exceeding 100% are generally a waste.) And make sure you buy a men's formula, without extra iron. Excess levels of the mineral could increase your risk of heart disease (a condition called hemachromatosis), says Doug Kalman, M.S., R.D., director of clinical research at Miami Research Associates.
Protein powder. You can get plenty of protein in your diet, but protein powder has other advantages: It's convenient and generally lower in calories than an entire "high protein" meal. Drinking a protein shake after every workout speeds muscle recovery and supplies your body with the amino acids needed for muscle growth. There are two widely used proteins: whey and casein. Whey is absorbed more quickly by the body, while casein is digested slowly-providing the body with a longer-lasting supply of muscle-building nutrients. (That's why many researchers recommend taking a mixture of the two to help sustain the release of amino acids into the blood for as long as possible.)
Creatine. This synthetic version of an energy source produced naturally in the body is stored in the muscles for use during exercise. And it works! Multiple studies show that creatine does help speed recovery and the growth of lean-muscle mass after a workout. Manufacturers used to agree that new creatine users should start with a weeklong "loading phase" of 20 grams per day; however, recent research shows that this isn't necessary, according to Chris Mohr, Ph.D., R.D., adjunct professor of nutrition at the University of Louisville. You can start taking creatine at the normal dose of three to five grams per day after a workout. (You can even mix it directly with your protein powder.)
Green tea. If we haven't beaten you over the head with the findings enough in the last year, here's a recap: Green tea fights fat. Animals who are given the extract in studies gain less weight and burn substantially more fat than animals getting a placebo. You can drink the tea-experts ideally recommend about eight glasses a day-or go the easier route and just take a supplement. (Aim for 90 milligrams three times daily.)
Fish oil. Most guys in their 20s and 30s aren't thinking about their hearts. But if you have a family history of heart disease, you ought to start thinking about fish oil, the best protection available against the disease. Experts recommend taking at least one to two grams a day. Be aware: This is not the time to scrimp and save money. Cheap fish-oil supplements taste like fish and can leave you hiccuping herring all day. Higherquality brands are more expensive, but they have much less of a fishy taste. There are literally thousands of pills you could be taking at any one time. Forget them. These are the five every guy should be taking in order to fight disease, counteract bad genes, and simply live as long as possible.
ive read that you need to cycle creatine, for how long can you take it before your body no longer produces its own. also, ive heard some buzz about no2, what is it and is it safe? is it primarily a vasilodator?
- THks
-- Wyatt
Do you have any recommendations on the 'good' brands of fish oil?
-- Saleh
ive read that you need to cycle creatine, for how long can you take it before your body no longer produces its own? can creatine harm u in the long run?
-- john
I am a 42 year old father of three , and I workout 3-4 times a week I'm in decent shape but would like better muscle growth . I've heard that after 40 you won't get big . Curently I'm taking a multivitimen a day and a recomended amount of wheyprotien after each workout , will creatine help or is there any thing else that I can do .
-- Corbett
IN RESPONSE- I am a 42 year old father of three , and I workout 3-4 times a week I'm in decent shape but would like better muscle growth . I've heard that after 40 you won't get big . Curently I'm taking a multivitimen a day and a recomended amount of wheyprotien after each workout , will creatine help or is there any thing else that I can do .
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Obviously the older you are the harder it will be as your muscles take longer to heal themselves compared to that of a 20 year old. But you can still get muscle build.
A high quality creatine will help muscle growth. You will notice a difference in speed of recovery , muscle growth and energy levels (allowing you to get that last rep).
-- Dave
ONLINE TWO WEEKS AGO THERE WAS A SUPPLIEMENT THAT YOU SAID WAS THE NEXT THING CLOSE TO USING STEROIDS, I BELIEVE THE SUPPLEMENT STARTED WITH (CITAPHIL)
-- DENNIS LAXA
My father is 45 and stopped working out for 20 years, we work out everyday and do 2 body parts a day, we have been back atthe gym and he is one of the most in shape guys there, eat good and workout, thats all you need.
-- Justin
Don't get caught up in the supplement craze. I support a good multivitamin and fish oil and flax seed is great stuff too. its all about balance. Taking mass amounts of synthesized, processed protein probably isn't the best thing for your body. Same with creatine. It's a fairly new product and we dont know the long term affects of it. Also, if it isn't used properly, it can become a carcinogen. For a good protein shot, why not just down some lean turkey or chicken. Ohh, and green tea rocks.
-- Will
Once you have reached your ideal size,can you stop taking creatine without loosing any muscle?
-- Tony
I am 22 and about to hit the police academy I am about 150 lbs and work out 4-5 times a week...I have no problem gaining the strengh yet I am lacking the muscle growth....I am currently takeing NO-EXPLODE before my workout and CELLMASS and 1-2 cans of tuna after my workout....I would love to gain 30-40 lbs, I was told that if I kept with my normal routine yet added a WEIGHT GAINER (which would provide me with a large amount of protein and carbs, MEGA MASS 4000) and add a daily AMINO ACID (gelcaps time release), I would be far more successful. I am just very confused to what to take and what not to...Any suggestions?
-- Chris
I am only 17 and will be 18 in 3 months. I have always been below average in height and weight. Do you think that it would be a good idea to start lifting weights and drinking protein shakes daily?
-- Jerry
I got turned on to green tea about two months ago. Thats when i started goin to the gym. Since the beging of january to now 3/12/06 ive lost 50 lbs. i do have alot to go, im 350 now and wnat to get to 250. not a bad start. I contribute a big part of the loss to green tea. of course i eat right and exersice almost everyday. I recommend green tea to all the skeptics.
-- john
I am 5 10' and weigh 165. I work out every day taking creatine and usually have a protein bar. Although I am in pretty good shape, I can never seem to loose that last bit of fat. Would you recommend taking any kind of fat lose pill to help getting a six pack?
-- Jake
Question. Bottom line which are the best creatine supplements on the market that I should try? With so many out there to choose from, all claiming to be the best it, can be very difficult selection process.
-- Byron
I am 16. i have been trying to lift weights for a while but find myself lacking time to do it on schedule. i polevault for my high school. my problem is this.... i have trouble gaining muscle... all the guys in my family are really late in puberty... i pretty much just started like last year. all my friends are stronger than me and dont even lift weights...is this because they have mostly gone through puberty and had all there natural muscle growth.... should i just wait or what should i do?
-- Kyle Lofstrom
Chris, if you need to gain weight it's pretty easy. Drink a couple of high calorie, high protein blender shakes per day (whole milk, sugar, a scoop of ice cream, maybe a banana or other fruit if you like). Don't be afraid to eat red meat or cheeseburgers for a year or so until you reach your goal, then go leaner for health reasons. Snack on nuts. Remember that the usual generic advice about lowfat tofu/broccoli/fish etc doesn't apply to people who need to bulk up.
-- Van Gard
SUPPLEMENT/ VITAMIN RESPONSE: I've found according to doctors and health experts that the best brands for vitamins and supplements would be Standard Process, Energique, and Da Vinci Laboratories. These can be purchased through a healthcare provider such as Chiropractors. Moreover, the supplements most people are buying at retail stores such as GNC sell vitamins that don't allow your body to fully maximize the potential of the nutrients, but that is an entire seminar unto itself. I hope you find this information useful.
-- Jason
it is a good website................
-- Arny
I often see advice to use expensive protein powders containing casein and whey, one protein being fast-acting and the other used more slowly - but in fact both are isolated from milk. So why not save some money and drink milk, which is more natural than protein powder? Or eat some plain yogurt if you can't tolerate milk.
-- Superman
I am currently 6'1ft and 350 pounds. I have been drinking TeaTech Instant Green Tea Mix 3 times a day. I have lost about 5-7 pounds. I walk 3 times a week on a dirt road and after the walk I workout with resistance bands on my upper body. I still eat regular foods (hamburgers, chicken, etc). I want to know how I can lose more weight and gain muscle. Will the protein shakes be like a meal replacement or a energy booster? Will fish oil also help me in losing weight?
-- Carl
I'm 17 years old , soon to be 18 in about 3 months. I have been working out 4-5 times a week for the past 2 years and have seen only slighty muscle growth. I have always been small but most definitely would like to change that. Are there any suggestions of the best supplement to take? Considering that fact that i have been maintaining a healthy diet and working out with no supplements whatsoever I think I am ready to try something new without harming my body.
-- Scott
I have taken NO2 with minimal results. My workouts where intence and I didn't get the gains I was looking for. I just started taking Gakic, and my very first time using it I noticedincrease in strength immediately. It states on the bottle exactl what it does. I love it!!!
-- Cliff in Iraq
SCOTT
You're still young. Just keep lifting hard. If you haven't been doing squats, start. Good form, high intensity, high reps. This will kickstart your other muscles to grow as well as having huge legs. Muscle is made of protein, so consume a lot of protein (.8 - 1 gram per pound of body weight per day), and a multi-vitamin, and stay consistent in your workouts from week to week. Also, try some ground flax seed a couple times a day. Gives you a lot of nutrients, and is pretty cheap (generally under $10 for a 6-7 week supply). Around 50 grams of complex carbs (cereal, oats, whole-grain pasta and bread) in the morning and around 100 grams after your workouts. You can go with simple carbs (gatorade, powerade, tang) before workouts for quick energy. About 60 grams of fat a day, along with your protein, and you should be on your way to getting big. Time, discipline, and intensity will get you there. And remember, solid muscle gains don't come quickly, but they do come. Hope that helps a little.
-- a knowlegeable source
Are there any known side effects to protein and/or creatine?
-- Wolfe
I drink green tea and take a multivitamin. I watch what I eat and I workout four days a week, twice a day. Since Jan 1st, I have lost 106 lbs. My doc says my blood looks great, and my chloresterol is at 100. He says that if I feel good to keep doing whatever it is I am doing. I am afraid of trying other suppliments.
-- Adam
I take flax seed oil with my outher supplements and vitamins because it helps with the absortion. I think thats another supplement that everybody should take not just women.
-- Renne Rodriguez
to Adam, when did you start dieting and working out regularly?
-- josh
I've spent a good part of the last two years searching for the best quality of supplements to support both physical and mental functioning, the following have proven to be the best:
90% EPA fish oil from www.mind1st.co.uk (there are very good reasons why one should avoid fish oils with DHA(docohexanoic acid) .
Pure, unflavoured, unsweetened whey protein concentrate (or whey protein isolate if money isn't a problem) from www.myprotein.co.uk (other whey protein powders contain artificial sweetners which trigger an unwarranted insulin resoponse.
ZMA - zinc and magnesium aspartate - proven in university studies to increase free and total testosterone levels - taken before bed on an empty stomach
Coenzyme Q10
Multivitamin + mineral supplement
Vitamin B supplements
Acetyl-carnitine & alpha-lipoic acid - proven to increase memory recall, overall cognitive functioning, &c. - also act as excellent antioxidants
-- André
I am currently taking NO-Xplode before my workout because I feel it gets me motivated and in the mood...for exercise that is. During my workout I drink a glass of NitroTech protein and after my workout I drink a glass of Cell-Tech creatine mix with a teaspoonful of L-Glutamine. I have gained about 8-10 lbs of lean muscle mass in the last year but am worried I may be putting too much stuff in my body that may be dangerous in the long run. I'd appreciate any comments on the subject. Thank you.
-- Tomas
Any chance that the magazine will start actually reviewing supplements? There isn't much coverage of supplements or protein powders AT ALL anymore, and no reviews to be found.....
-- Jon F.
i have a thyroid problem which makes it hard to gain muscle and lose fat do to the fact that my motabolism has burnt out. now i do take perscription meds for it but thats not all. i put my self on my own work out plan and intake plan. in the morning i take a Tbl spoon of Flax seed oil (not the pill the oil), gluscoamine pills, multi vitamins, and 1000 mg of fish oil, with 100% whey protein. and through out the day i eat high protein meals. i gave up on fake creatin meat is a better souce of it. now for a person that has a hard time with weight management i stay around 13% body fat, for normal people this plan should help you lose more fat. but take into fact i hit the gym 8 hours a week and run 8 miles and Mt. bike 20 miles three time a week. just a thought to help anyopne out.
-- Zack Jack
i have just stated to take no explod. i work out 1st thing in the morning do u think i could take to spoops of no explod and go to the gym without eating anything?
-- manni
I just recently turned 18 in may of this year and ive been working out for about three years now and i have been on creatine, nitric oxide, and im currently going to start with leukic but if your suffering with gains at the begginging dont worry just eat good and work hard and dont quit after a month because u cant bench 250
-- Chad
Seems like no one here really knows all that much about creatine. This article is quick to give it praise, but not quick to address any of the possible health issues associated with using the stuff, or the best way to take the supplement (i.e. short term, long term, cycle). If anyone can thoroughly answer any of the above questions about creatine, it would be much appreciated.
-- whattheheckiscreatine?
Creatine has been out for many years now. You can go to GNC and get a good source of creatine. When i used creatine my muscles feemed fuller, and I had a incredible pump in my arms. I didnt take it long enough to notice any long term results. There has never been any health concerns regarding creatine to my knowlege it, is a naturally occuring substance found in red meat. Creatine originaly became big when muscle media 2000 and Bill Phillips promoted it. It still is one of the best supplements out there IMO.
-- Creatine
I'm 5'10 at 197lbs. I want to lose my body fat but I also want to be bigg. I have been working out for about 8 months already and I have noticed my muscles getting bigger but I still have fat I want to get rid of. How can I lose fat while gaining muscle? Also, I'm 14, should I start drinkin creatin?
-- Alan
Ultimate Nutrition has a good supplements and good quailty. You
cant go wrong.
C
-- C
I am taking Mega Men sport multivitamin from GNC, is there another multivitamin that you would recomend to support fat loss and muscle gain?
-- Hobie
I'm 5' 8" and 160 pounds and i've been weight lifting for a year and a half now. I have never taken any suplements other then my multiviteman, i just wondering if they are safe to you body and don't effect anything in the man hood. Because i'd rather have everything there instead of having a jacked body
-- nick
I just had shoulder surgery about a year ago. because of the shoulder iv had to stop lifting. I recently started back up, but i have already lost about 35 lbs. Now I need to put it back on ASAP. What would be a formula for protein intake to gain wieght?
-- Jeff
The safest supplements that give me the best results with the least amount of side-effects are as follows: Creatine Ether(10 weeks on and 2 weeks off), Whey Protein, ZMA, Multi Vitamin, Chromium, Green Tea, and Fish Oil. Anybody know of other supplements they have tried and had success with little side effects? Regular Monohydrate bloats me, and Tibulus gives me acne.
-- Aaron
In response to the NO questions, you should take your NO on an empty stomach before you work out, then go home and take a protein shake to replenish yourself..This is how NO XPLODE is maximized to it's fullest potential.
-- Adam
I found a product called Muscle-Rx in a convenience store. This stuff is amazing! I've lost 12 pounds and its all around my waist. It does heat you up a bit. I get alot more energy and my workouts are great after taking this stuff. If you can find this stuff you should give it a shot.
-- Steve
In response to whattheheckiscreatine?:
Most studies out there have not found a detrimental effect on renal health (as is often thought). More often it has been anecdotal accounts from doctors of athletes that have had acute renal failure and that have been taking creatine for a long time (although they often report taking other supplements and consuming a very high protein diet without adequate fluids too). There is some debate regarding potential carcinogenic risks associated with creatine intake.
When it comes to cycles or intake recommendations, it seems that you can either go for the 20g/day for ~ 5 days routine and then maintain it for ~20 days with 2 - 3g day or you can simply miss the loading phase and consume 2 - 5g day for ~30 days. Both seem to get the same results. After 5 days consuming 20g day, you excrete 90% of the creatine that you are taking in anyway. Consuming 90g CHO at the same time seems to increase creatine retention, especially in a fluid format.
The major down side to creatine is that it doesn't work for everyone. It seems to have taken on some mythical powers that, unfortunately, are not real for us all. Creatine works on roughly 30 - 50% of people, and the ones that respond best tend to be those who are low in natural creatine levels anyway (i.e., the elderly).
Hope this helps in some way
Chris Jones MSc, BA (Hons), PES, CPT, MAT, NLC
-- Jonesy
hey iam 16 i have be going 2 the gym 5 times a week for like 5 months with a propure roteen but not seeing much difference in my size do u think i would be a good idea 2 go on portein shakes?
-- jakey
Hello to you .
My name is Alex i got a quastion ?
iam a wrestler my weight 82 kg hight 173 cm but i wanna put 3 killos of muscle more i train every day i do chin ups with sixty kg on my back (person on my back) i weights but soon as i hit the 82kg i cant go up whats the best way to go about it and what protien powder to use for best result hope to hear from u soon.
Thank you very mach
Alex. A
-- avdishov@gmail.com
I have been drinking Arizona Green tea for years now and I am essentially "addicted" to it. Is Arizona's Green Tea still benefical or is the excess sugars and bull**** holding back the real reason for Green tea?
-- Ryan
Hey, i'm 16 and i'm thinkin about getting some of that whey protein stuff and the other one i forgot what its called. its the one just like it but i think i stays in your system longer or it dissolves slower. but yeah. am i too young to be taking this stuff? just wonderin, i dont wanna hurt myself.
-- Derrick
How old should you have to be before you start taking whey protein?
-- Will
Hello, I wanted to know if taking Gekaic, Crekaic, Animal Pak and 100% Whey Protein help me with building mass, strength and lose body fat at the same time. I'm want to see my six pack again and shed some fat in other places.
-- Kris
na-no#9 any good to use? and what is it used for?
-- John
Hey, I am starting to get frustrated with looking for a good multivitamin. I have sat here for 2 hours googling about everything I could think of looking for a good mulitivitamin, but I am still as confused if not even more than when I started. If any of you guys could recommend a good multivitamin, it would be greatly appreciated.
-- Joshua
Some good multivitamins are Standard Process and Da Vinci brands.
Creatin has been known to muscle growth, but with more of a bloated feeling.
If you want size(bulk) use Leukic and Anator together. Remember that you need carbs.
If you want that shreded look, Ripped Fuel and Hydroxycut is the way to go, cut carbs.. eat more vegetables grains and lots of tuna and green tea.
IMPORTANT!! You cannot do them at the same time, do one then other. Remember they work for companies and are just trying to make a sell. If you like the info. I will be having a web site soon that will give answers to anything regarding exercise and nutrition.
-- professional trainer
hi im 13 years old and im 133 lbs and 5"2. Im pretty lean, i wokrouit at the gym monday,tuesday,wednesday,rest thursday,friday, and rest on the weekends,does anyone know if weightlifting stunts your growth because i want to know really bad incase i do.
-- landon
I am 13 and i was told thta lifting weight would make my penis bigger. It is only 2 inches solid. Does anyone have any pointers.
-- jimmy
hey.. iam a 19 old whos trying to get taller by doing chin ups and hangin down with ankle weights...wuld Creatine help me gain taller or is that just for muscles buldin ?
-- jono
Hello there I have a question to ask you. I workout four to five times a week , and run three times a week . When I go to the gym I work out hard but I don't see a boost in my energy or my run time is not going down . Now the question I have for you is what can I take that is going to give me the energy that I need , and that going to cut me up more.
-- AdrianL Johnson
Question,
I wanted to know if you workout your chest dose your nipples get smaller or bigger.
-- James Brown
In response to all these supplement posts I just wanted to say that there is no substitute for HARD WORK. If your bustin your butt in the gym 5 days a week and really working out hard your use of supplements should be minimal. Its also important to remember that excessive use of any supplement with the exception of something like a multi vitaman could create an unhealthy reliance on the stuff
-- TrainerMatt
james brown,
your nipples will seem to get smaller, cuz your chest is gettin buff.. FOOL!
-- FF
In response to AdrianL Johnson= going to the gym if your lifting heavy weight all the time your run time may not diminish as much as you hope, it may not even drop at all, my suggestion, lift heavy one day a week (max's and such) then the other days just light weight and high rep, there your going to get cut and notice a difference in your run times.
-- BrettK
I was wondering what is the good brand of creatine and protein.
-- marc t
Its all true, I have each one of these supplements in my kitchen and use them religously every single day and have done so for years. Thanks for the refreshing information!
-- Jayson M
to all the young adults who have been posting here - don't put all of your faith into creatine and protein shakes. trainermatt is right when he says that there is no substitute for hard work, it takes years to sculpt your body into something impressive.
now, creatine isn't some wonder drug that will turn your lipids into muscle fiber overnight. basically what creatine does is pull water molecules into your muscle cells (the process is called active transport) which is why after lifting weights, your arms, chest, etc. feel tighter afterward. the purpose of creatine is to stretch out your muscle fibers with the excess water, however once you stop ingesting creatine you will lose some size that has been accumulated from the water. once the water weight is lost, you can begin training without creatine and pump blood into your stretched muscles and make lasting size gains......hope this helped everyone
-- johnny
Ok here is something..I am 18, 5'9, 145lbs. I am motivated enough to work out, but in the middle of the work out, i start to have muscle fatigue and lose energy...would Whey protein fix my problem.
-- Cameron
I'm 25 5'9'' tall and weigh 180 I want to lose the fat in my stomach so i can see my abs again so cansomeone tell me what to take to do that
-- Fireman Dan
I THINCK THIS IS BY FAR THE BEST MEN'S MAG
-- ARMANDO
Multivitamins, Green Tea, Fish Oil, and Protein Powders are best for me to lose some pounds but only if I could find the right one that's best for me.
-- Phil
mens fitness thanks 4 all you do
-- art
Im 42 - have worked out now for 1 year - lost about 30 lbs of fat- now Im 190lbs at 5.10 - want to lose just 10 more pounds - still have that fat round my stomach - can,nt seem to do anything to get rid. - My workout is 3 times a week at about 1.5 hours. - lots of cardio - my t shirt is almost complety wet when Im finished. - what more can I now do . I have been taking one a day mens formula vitimins for 1 year - is it worth it.
-- Thomas / Vancouver B.C
When you stop taking creatine, will you lose all your muscle gains?
-- zAcH, lubbock tx
Hey, I am 5'10'' and I weigh 230. I have be lifting for about 8 years, and I have reached the goals I set out. Now, I look for help from you educated fitness buffs *lol*. I basically want to loose the fat, and maybe drop about 20 lbs, but I do not want to loose all of my mass that I worked hard to put on. Any ideas on workout changes, or nutrition advise?
-- - Chris
Why're you guys asking all these questions when no one is answering 'em ; )
-- cfc
To whom his may concern: I see you guys have lots of questions with weight and you fear losing your muscle mass. You are all doing the right thing first that your getting in the weight room, but you all know what they say getting strong is 10% lifting and 90% of what you eat. Eating right will allow you to keep and build your lean mass but yet allowing you to lose your fat mass. Seems that men's fiitness doesnt do an addequate job at answering common questions for questions you guys have right me an email @ nick_voskuil_12@hotmail.com
-- Nick
I am a junior at southwest highschool. As a Linebacker, I need to be fast on my feet. But I find myself being slower that the defensive end. What should I do to get faster.
-- Oscar
How about hireing someone to organize the Q&A page, and get rid of the pop up web site around the interest words.
I expected more from your site.
-- Brett Harris
I have heard that when taking multi-vitamins it is best to take chewables because most people can't break down the capsules. Anyone know if this is true?
-- --anonymous
I've taken creatine off and on over the years. Some times i stop taking it because it makes me very mean and short tempered has anyone had this problem ?
-- John
I've taken creatine off and on over the years and have found that it works to gain lean muscle but i have had side affixs from it like making me act very mean and short tempered . Has anyone had the same?
-- John
I am currently taking 3 things right now (to supplement my workout) to help me get rid of fat and gain muscle (not get big, just get cut).
I am taking these 3 things:
1) Fireball Liqui-Fusion (from Vitamin World)
2) One-A-Day Men's MultiVitamin
3) CytoSport Muscle Milk
Comments? Concerns? Suggestions?
-- Naseem
In response to John's post, I am a 20 yr old amateur kickboxer. I used to use Kre-Alkalyn which is buffered creatine. I quit using it because I had negative side effects such as kidney pain. Even though I have no history of kidney problems and I drink plenty of water I still had issues. I had been using it long term in low doses. Even though it works great for gains I do not believe enough study and research has been put into a lot of the supplements out there. To reinforce what others have already said, nothing substitutes good old fashioned hard training. I've gotten into better shape without using creatine. I just use a multi vitamin and work hard.
-- Ryan
So, apparantly "experts" recommend 8 glasses of green tea a day? I don't think that is right. I heard 2-3 cups is enough. Between the 8 glasses of green tea and 8 glasses of water we supposedly need every day, we'd be spending all of our time peeing instead of working out.
-- Stew
Can you recommend any good greentea and fish oil supplements?
-- mendoza
There was a consumer report on green tea I believe. I think Stash organic darjaleen green tea had 100 ECCG per serving. In comparison, Celestia had around 20 I think.
-- Richard
Question for you guys about joint support. Does the fish oil or multivitamin help with joint support? I keep making gains in terms of weight (put on 15 lbs lean muscle over past 2 months to where I'm now at 6'1, 215). I don't think I can get any bigger and now I'm starting to worry because when i bench, my elbows really start to work. Ditto that with my knees when I run. Any supplements that work really well in promoting joint strength or essential vitamins that certain foods contain? Thanks guys
-- Brent
in my 40's now and just want to know what supplements i really need to take want to lose 20 # and just be in all around better shape...i'll tell ate you guys out there take care of yourself early...its alot harder doing this now!!!!any help /
-- marko
For everyone taking supplements:
I recently finished a research paper dealing with the world’s craze over supplemental diets. Most importantly, supplements such as no-explode, which contain many compounds that over stimulate the sympathetic nervous system, and ravage the hearts natural function, can cause many long term effects such as anxiety, panic attacks, and depression. The list goes on of supplements that should not be taken, but people are pumping themselves with. The best advice is to consult your physician before ingesting any white powders with muscle men on the front (or lightening bolts).
-- ZZ can
ANSWER TO LEAN UP...NO-expode/Cell mass, protien, and 60 minutes of Cardio 5/6 days a week, along with your weight training will get you as lean as you want.
-- JZ
Brent,
Look into a glucosamine sulfate suppplement to maintain healthy joints. By putting on that much weight in such a short period of time, tendon damage can occur as well. Don't stop working out, but consider repetition work while your body catches up.
-- Dr. A
Jz i agree throw in some flax seed green tea and multi v, fish oil your all set. To the younger kids and workout newcomers if you dont give it all youve got to eat right, lift weights and do your cardio dont even bother with any type of supplement these are advanced things that only help those who put in HARD work
-- Michael
can you take creatine,multivitman and protein at the same time.
-- cynthia
is it healthy to take creatine and protein at the same time would it help you get buff faster or is it better just to take one, either protein or creatine and if you take protein when do you take the shake after workout, before or when?
-- gman
Ha, I have a question: If you take creatine and jack off excessively (to make it sore) will it increase the penis size? It is, after all, a muscle. Thanks.
-- Aaron
Response to Aaron,
It depends. If you jack off slow but wtih high intensity you'll be huge in no time. People who jacks off fast with no intensity really pisses me off.
-- Big John
i do work out four time a week i am fourty three years old. i do take multi vitamins everyday. i do take one a day for mens . is this a good vitamins to take and also how do i stop my stomach from being bloded.
-- van kirven
hey i've read a lot regarding cretine and whey protein i'm 22 5 11" at 196 pounds and i just want to lose weight and gain muscle at the same time do i realy need to take all that to get ripped?
-- M tribal
creatine does not work for me normally, i think because i have a thyroid problem and i am on thyroixine? ive brought some kre alkayn and hope it will work? can some1 help me as i want to gain more size!
-- andy d
i want to loose fat and be lean but not get bulky it feels that i have gotten bulky even though my diet is very strict, i was taking strength type supplemnets prior t working out (powder form) i do not want to get too big i've stopped taking the strength gainers and stick to soemthign that helps give me energy to get through the workout, i do more reps and not too heavy weights, is that the best?
-- harry
I lost 90 pounds and my penis grew 2 inches
-- harry D
I have been working out for 5 months now, I have lost 75 pounds and have shown gains in all areas. I go to the gym 6 days a week, eat right, take protein, cla, and lipo 6. I look a lot better and I feel healthy. But I still have a gut kind of, I was wondering what is the best way to get rid of it?
-- Joey J
