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Supplementation while using anabolic steroids
Written for Worldclassbodybuilding.com
Today I'm going to touch on the subject of supplementation. This will not be
specific to supplements used by steroid users but general supplements for
bodybuilding, natural or otherwise. I will list some supplements that I consider
necessities, and some that are good to use but not totally necessary. Some
people will agree and some will disagree with me, but let me tell you that when
I say necessity, I mean you should not be bodybuilding without it EVER. I would
also like to take this opportunity to make it very clear that supplements are
just that, supplements for real food. That means that if you can get all your
nutrients from real food, then that will always be superior to supplements. This
has maybe one exception which would be your post workout meal. A protein shake
is the best choice here so that the protein can be absorbed and used right away
during the critical period after your workout. OK on to the supplement choices:
NECESSITIES
PROTEIN This is at the top of my list, no if ands or buts about this you MUST
use a protein supplement. First of all, I don't know too many people who can get
between 1-2 grams of protein per pound of bodyweight daily from real food.
Second of all, as mentioned above, there is times when a protein shake may be
superior to real food. What's so important about protein? Protein contains amino
acids which are literally the building blocks of your muscles. Without protein
you will be unable to build muscle at all, and a lot of your bodily functions
require protein as well. Hence this is the reason you need an above average
intake of protein when trying to build more muscle. There is different kinds of
proteins available, but I won't get into all of that. I will say however, that
whey protein isolate is a great choice for after your workout since it has such
a high bioavailability.
Multi-vitamin This is my only other supplement that I consider 100% necessary
to a bodybuilder. The reason is because it is a fact that most people do not
currently get in all the vitamins their body needs daily. We just don't eat the
right balance of foods, and a lot of the time the foods we eat are not very
nutritious. Therefore this supplement is a must to make sure you get all the
vitamins in daily that your body needs. This will keep your body functioning
properly and will allow it to work as efficiently as possible while you are
trying to build new muscle.
OPTIONAL BUT GOOD SUPPLEMENTS
Creatine This tops my list of optional supplements because it can be very
effective at helping the user gain strength, muscle and increase recovery
ability. This supplement has been a huge hit since it came out and continues to
be used by most everybody. There is a new version of it called Creatine Ethyl
Ester, and I have tried it. In my opinion CEE is actually better then the
original monohydrate version of creatine and it worked better for me. Either
way, adding creatine to your lineup of supplements can be very beneficial.
Creatine is something that is found in meat and is a natural substance. The
reason for supplementing with it is to get much higher amounts of it per day
which is what causes the effects that people report from the supplement. Without
these high amounts per day you can not get these effects. Creatine can be used
all the time in my opinion, and would be dependent on the users funds I would
think.
Glutamine
I'm up in the air on this one. From what I read about it, it seems
like a great addition. However, the feedback I hear about it seems to be a
little different. I have heard from some that it is a useless product and
doesn't do what it claims. I'm not sure you would really know for sure if the
product was working or not, which is why I am weary to even list it here.
However, like I said, if it does what it is supposed to then it would be a great
addition. So, you really have to make a personal decision on this one. I would
say if funds are short, then don't bother with this. If you aren't worried about
the cost of your supplements, then maybe add it.
Flax seed oil fish oil Taking these is a great addition for sure. This will
give you good fats in your diet and also add a healthy dose of omega 3's. Along
with giving you these things in your diet, there is also health benefits related
to these. It helps reduce cholesterol and lower blood pressure, and also helps
with stomach functions as well as acts as a gentle laxative for aiding in the
digestion process. In general by simply adding these to your daily supplement
regimen you will reap an array of health benefits. Some short term and some long
term.
Well there is my list. It's not all that long but I really don't think you need
too many fancy supplements in your regimen to build a good body. Also I didn't
get into specific supplements such as liver protectants for those that are
using steroids. As far as all the other dozens of supplements that you can find
at a supplement store, I consider most to be useless and a waste of money. I
feel most products are over hyped and produce minimal to zero results for the
users. It's easy to see why I say this if you pay attention to the supplement
market because there is a new miracle supplement hitting the shelves every few
months... And if you watch you can also see them disappear or lose popularity
slowly as people try them and hate them after wasting their hard earned cash on
them. So for me, I stick to the tried tested and true supplements for today and
I will keep my eyes open for future developments, but definitely won't try
things based on hype and advertisements. I'll let everyone else try them and add
them later if the reviews are as good as the product claims are.
Have a great day, and happy growing!!
Crankin'steiN Mod at worldclassbodybuilding.com
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