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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Creatine, Creatine Powder, Muscle Supplements

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