BCAA Plus Glutamine 500g

VOLUME DISCOUNT PRICING

1Tub $40.00/each
2Tubs $37.50/each
3+Tubs $35.00/each

What Are BCAA's?

BCAA stands for Branch Chain Amino Acids. Amino Acids are the building blocks of muscle tissue and are essential to ensure optimal muscle growth, performance, recovery, and strength. Protein is made up of 18 Amino Acids; 8 Essential (the body needs to consume them from food) and 10 Non-Essential (the body can produce them). BCAA's are the three most important Essential Amino Acids; Leucine, Isoleucine, and Valine.

Why use BCAA's if they are already in food?

First and foremost the advantage of using BCAA's is their bioavailability. Within 15 minutes of ingesting a free-form BCAA drink the aminos are in circulation around the body and able to replenish areas where they're needed such as certain muscle groups being exercised. Even though certain foods may be high in amino acids, the bioavailability of those amino acids may be poor. Factors that can diminish bioavailability of aminos in food include; cooking (heat can damage or destroy aminos), the physical nature of the food and how well it can be digested, and the age and status of the digestive system of the individual on how well they can utilise the nutrients.

Secondly, the ratio of Essential Amino Acids : Non-Essential Amino acids is vital. Although foods may contain a broad range of amino acids, if they are low in EAA's and specifically low in BCAA's, their usefulness in the body for athletic purposes is severely limited.

BCAA's have been shown to be the "limiting factors" in lean tissue growth. This means that your ability to repair and grow lean muscle is directly linked to having a high ratio of BCAA. Even by having a high overall protein intake if your BCAA intake is low then your body cannot fully utilize the rest of the protein for muscle building.

How can BCAA's benefit the Athlete?

There are many studies proving the advantage of BCAA's in athletic performance, including;

Reduce Fatigue

BCAA's can slow the 'fatigue' signal from reaching the brain. This allows muscles to be worked harder and longer.

Anti-Catabolism

During physical exertion muscles tissue (protein) breaks down to increase the availability of amino acids to use as energy. By supplementing with BCAA's before and/or during exercise the muscle has a plentiful supply of amino acids and does not need to catabolise muscle tissue.

Recovery + Muscle Growth

BCAA's are the key amino acids responsible for initiating the recovery and growth process. Their extremely high bioavailability and instant absorption time means that they can reach the muscles immediately after exercise without having to digest through the body. Before, During, and Immediately after exercise are key windows of opportunity for minimising recovery time and maximising lean muscle growth potential.

Who Can Benefit From Using BCAA's?

Athletes of any sport can benefit from using BCAA's from reduced fatigue and recovery time and increase in lean muscle tissue.

How Much BCAA Should Be Used?

10 grams of BCAA either before, during, or after exercise will result in positive effects. BCAA's work best on an empty stomach to allow faster absorption.

What Can BCAA's Be Stacked With?

BCAA's work well with Waxy Maize Starch particularly for recovery. By consuming BCAA's with WMS your muscles will have a plentiful supply of both amino acids and carbohydrates to speed recovery. Always follow BCAA's with a protein shake 15-30minutes later. If using both EAA's and BCAA+G, use 20grams BCAA+G before workout, 20g EAA+ immediate after workout with WMS, and a protein shake 15-30minutes later.

Per 2 level scoops:

L-Leucine 4000mg
L-Isoleucine 2000mg
L-Valine 2000mg
L-Glutamine: 8000mg

Other Ingredients: Antioxidant (330), Flavours, Sweetener (950, 955)

Formulated Supplementary Sports Food. Not suitable for children under 15 years of age or pregnant or nursing women. Not intended as a sole source of nutrition and should be used in conjunction with a nutritious diet and exercise program. Store in a cool dry place out of reach of children.