Benefits of Protein Supplements

Protein Supplements have been used for decades for a variety of reasons.  They’re convenient and easy, and give us the ability to fill our protein requirements in a (usually) tasty treat.   For those who are looking to change their body composition whether it be increasing muscle mass or losing unwanted body fat, there’s not doubt that a good Protein Supplement can help you reach your goals faster.  Lets take a look at some of the benefits of amino acids and protein.

For those trying to gain lean muscle, increasing  protein intake can help create a positive nitrogen balance in the body, which helps stimulate  muscle growth.  This small shift can help add pounds of lean body mass if proper exercise is maintained.  Not only can proper protein supplementation help create an ideal environment for muscle growth, but it can also help muscles recover in between workouts. This is especially useful for athletes or people with aggressive fitness goals because of their increased protein requirements.

Making sure that you are eating a well balanced diet is the key to reaching your fitness goals, but including a meal replacement or a good whey protein can help you eliminate “empty” calories and ensure you are getting all of your BCAA’s(Branched Chain Amino Acids).  Protein requirements vary from person to person depending on a number of factors but the recommended daily intake is approximately .8 g/kg  of body weight.  It should be said that most athletes and bodybuilders will most likely need  1.0-2.0 g/kg of body weight.

Protein supplements are one of the most used dietary supplements out on the market today, simply because they work.  For more detailed information on protein and other bodybuilding supplements look out for future blogs!

Nitric Oxide Creatines

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Nitric Oxide Creatines

NO2 and creatine products have burst on the bodybuilding scene as the best legal muscle enhancing supplements around.  When used properly, nitric oxide creatine has been shown to boost strength, increase lean body mass, and has the ability to give the user a huge pump at the gym.  Nitirc oxide supplements are one of my favorite supplements, and are incorporated into my routines often because they have so many positive effects for people involved in regular exercise.

What does nitric oxide do?

Nitric oxide creatine products help relax blood vessels making them larger.  This allows more oxygen and nutrient into the muscles allowing greater performance during exercise, and greater recovery during rest periods.  When the blood vessels relax and blood is pushed into your muscles it is called a “pump”.  Having your muscles fully pumped will not only help focus you mentally, but also provide your muscle with all the necessary tools to grow larger and more dense.

What is in nitric oxide creatine?

The main ingredient in no2′s is the amino acid l-arganine.  This amino acid promotes the production of nitric oxide in the muscles helping with overall endurance and strength. Most nitric oxide creatine products out now usually combined l-arganine, arginine alpha-ketoglutarate, and different types of creatines to make these supplements as effective and anabolic as possible.  They can also be combined with caffeine and other stimulants to help improve workouts as well.

Nitric oxide creatine is a great to push through a plateau or accomplish that goal that has been just out of reach.  Cycling this product correctly will provide your body with the resources necessary to have an awesome workout, and will also provide the necessary nutrients to recover from that workout.  For more information on nitric oxide products please check out other articles and blogs, or ask our e-Trainer for your supplement program.

-Excell e-Trainer

Prohormones

Prohormones are a huge topic of discussion for people serious about building muscle.  Although opinions on prohormones are controversial, I thought it would be appropriate to talk about them anyways because of their relevance in bodybuilding and fitness.

What is a Prohormone: There are so many powerful prohormones available on the market, the first thing to do is find out what these supplements “really” do and decide if it matches with your respective goals.  The reason why I say that researching individual prohormone products is a smart idea, is because of the misconception of what these powerful supplements actually are. Because there have been many new changes with FDA polocies on prohormones, and with all of the different prohormone combination available, it’s very difficult to say exactly what these supplements can do because each product can vary considerably.  That being said, here is some basic information that may help you understand why so many people are seeing such explosive gains using these products.

Uses of Prohormones: A typical prohormone is intended to be a precursor(1 or more molucules away from the male hormone testosterone) of a serious of different anabolic hormones. When these “precursors” are digested they are then converted to natural active hormones; at elevated levels of course.  The liver does this by attaching whatever atom is missing from the chemical structure(Testosterone in this example) and makes it whole. The increaed levels of anabolic hormones combined with correct exercise has been proven to deliever amazing results.

Prohormones are used mainly by individuals looking to increase strength, size, endurance, reduce recovery time or add lean body mass.

The use of prohormones has become most popular with bodybuilders and athletes since the effects can be similar to those achieved through the use of synthetic steroids. Although this supplements can provide impressive results, it is important that the user realizes that there are still some negative side effects that may be associated with the use of prohormones such as; acne, aggression, and prostate swelling. With correct prohormone use and proper post cycle(PCT) therapy the side effects should be minimal to non-existent.  Taking a good post cycle will also make sure that your body is well balance after you stop your prohormone.  Look for more blogs on Post Cycles and other supplements in the future!

Creatine- The Muscle Supplement

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In our first Excellsupplements blog I talked about how getting a good protein supplement is essential for anyone looking to build lean muscle; making sure you are getting enough protein in your diet is the foundation of a good nutrition program, and can benefit both men and women. Today we wanted to touch on another product that has been a staple for athletes and gym rats alike for its muscle building properties; Creatine.

However; understanding what Creatine does and how it works within your body is the first step to using this powerful muscle building supplement. Creatine is crucial for the phosphate energy system (how your muscles recover during exercise), and is actually created and stored by our bodies.  Without getting into too much science on how Creatine supplements can actually enhance this process, we want you to understand the basic function of these supplements, which is to provide each muscle fiber with more energy. The increased energy output of each muscle fiber, combined with intense exercise, will put a greater amount of stress on the muscles, which should cause a greater amount of adaptation. To review: Creatine + Proper Exercise + Protein = HUGE!!

Many of the Creatine supplements available on the market today are much more than just a typical Creatine monohydrate, which has been used for a decade. Manufactures are now producing some of the most efficient muscle building supplements ever by adding amino acids, high glycemic carbohydrates, and other ingredients to help the body better absorb, and use, these great supplements.

The best time to take a Creatine is:

Preworkout- Take about 30-45min before your workout.  Creatine helps with endurance, muscle hydration (pump), ATP recovery, and strength. It’s best taken on an empty stomach (Make sure to separate your Glutamine and Creatine by at least 15 minutes of each other since they compete for transport cells).

Postworkout- Taking a Creatine directly after your workout, while your body is in a state of demand is a great way to saturate muscle cells.  Studies have shown that doing this can stimulate increased muscle growth and recovery.

Creatine is one of the safest, strongest, and most reliable muscle building supplements.  When used correctly it can dramatically increase lean muscle and help burn fat.  Check out the most up to date creatine products for helping you achieve our goals at ExcellSupplements.com. We feature only the highest quality creatines from exclusive brands, and bring them to you at the most competitive prices on the web. No matter what goals you have Excell can help you find the right creatine.

-Excell e-Trainer

Protein Supplements 101

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100% Whey Protein, Protein Shakes, Protein Supplements

Most of the people I talk to about supplements whether, they are a college athlete or a soccer mom, know very little about dietary supplements, let alone how to use them. The most frequent question I get asked by friends and people at the gym is, “what supplements do I take to build muscle?”. I figured that this would be the most appropriate place to start for the first official Excellsupplements blog.

The three most basic supplements that can be taken for building muscle are

1) Whey Protein

2) Creatine/NO2

3) Glutamine

These three supplements have been tested again and again and have been found safe and effective for almost everyone. Since protein supplements are the cornerstone of a good muscle building program I decided to dedicate this blog to how to best utilize a protein, and then touch base on Creatine, no2, and glutamine next time.

That being said, Its obvious that in order to get all of the benefits from these needed supplements you must take them correctly. Here is a breakdown of what in my opinion is the best way to utilize a protein supplement:

Protein-

Getting a good protein supplement is one of the most crucial parts to a good healthy lifestyle. This macronutrient is needed for essential functions, and is vital for the building and repair of muscle. The human body cannot actually store protein, so it must consumed consistently throughout the day. Making sure that you The best time to take a Whey Protein is:

-After your workout- This is the most important time to make sure you are getting all of the essential amino acids that your body needs. After any physical exercise your body is looking to replenish what it’s lost, and whey protein supplements has been made for just that scenario.

-Before bed- Some people are going to argue this, but I believe that if you are looking to build muscle, you must get some type of protein before you go to sleep. Casein protein or other slow digesting protein supplements are best at this time to ensure that your body reatains a positive nitrogen balance(not burning muscle) throughout the night.

-Before your workout- This doesn’t have to be a protein supplement, but its good to have something with essential amino acids about and hour and a half before your workout, to ensure that your muscles are in an anabolic state. (Taking supplements like creatine and protein before and after your workouts is called bracketing)

I know this is pretty simple stuff but I hope that some of you found this informative and useful for your fitness goals. In my opinion getting a good Whey protein supplement is necessary for anyone planning doing any type of regular exercise…and I’m going to be honest, I hope that’s everyone. Lookout for next blog coming soon!

–Excell e-Trainer

Introducing www.ExcellSupplements.com – what are you on?

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Bodybuilding Supplements, Muscle Supplements, Protein Supplements

Hello there and welcome to the ExcellSupplements Blog! Here on our blog we will plan to talk about many related topics to the products that we provide. We have tons of information on the various products that we carry and the things that you can do with them. If you arent sure what you need or are looking for feel free to ask our on site trainer for some help or check out the articles that talk about the various topics you may need help with. The site that we will be using is www.Excellsupplements.com and feel free to let us know if you see any improvements needed! Look forward to future posts!