Supplements for bodybuilding | Best supplements for muscle growth

In this post, we will discuss about top 3 best supplements for bodybuilding, but before coming to the point. let's discuss about 'what are supplements and why they are used' ? supplements are dietary products generally available in the form of  powder and pills. they contains a particular nutrient in sufficient amount as it helps to complete daily requirement of that particular nutrient. bodybuilders has high requirement of nutrients as compared to normal guy. that's the reason, every bodybuilder or fitness model is familiar with supplements. Optimum Nutrition, Muscle Blaze, Ultimate Nutrition, Dymatize, Bpi sports etc. are the most popular and widely used brands as they are on top in quality wise. majorly used supplements for bodybuilding  are Whey protein, Pre-workouts, Glutamine, BCAAs, Multivitamins, Weight gainers etc. are most used supplements. 

 

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Top 3 Supplements for Bodybuilding

1. Whey protein - Whey protein is most useful supplement for bodybuilding as we have discussed in previous post. it is used whether bodybuilder is in bulking phase or cutting. they need sufficient amount of protein in their daily meals to maintain their muscle size and gains. whey protein should be on top of your priority list, if you are searching top supplement for bodybuilding. it helps to improve muscle functioning and promotes muscle growth. using a scoop of whey protein with water just after workout would be more beneficial for muscle recovery. this is only lean protein source for vegetarian as all other vegetarian source of protein contains much carbs and fats such as milk, soya, paneer, tofu etc.             

   

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2. Creatine - Creatine is also most cheapest and useful supplement for bodybuilding. it is generally used during on-season of bodybuilder. it is used to increase strength and more muscle mass. creatine is already present in our muscle cells which help us to lift heavy weights. adding a creatine as supplement will help to increase creatine level in muscle cells which leads to increase in our strength and power. scientifically studies have found that, creatine increase ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) production in our muscle cells, which provides more energy during workout. let's talk about its side-effects, you have heard the statement "creatine causes kidney damage". let me clear, this is just a myth. it is safe supplement. kidney damage case was rare due to overdosing. normal dosage should be in between 3-8 grams and 3-4 litres of daily water intake. sufficient amount of water is important to regulate creatine in our body.       

   

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3. BCAA - BCAA (Branched Chain Amino Acid) is popular and useful supplement in bodybuilding. it is used to prevent muscle loss and promotes muscle recovery. it contains leucine, isoleucine, valine which are responsible for preventing muscle loss. it is helpful in cutting programs of bodybuilders and fitness models. during their cutting time, their carbs intake is low as they want to drop their body fat percent. cutting time is time where athlete can loss muscle easily due to intense dieting which is not good, BCAA is important supplement at time of cutting.                                                     

   

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These 3 supplement are best supplement for muscle growth. you can go for this supplement, if you are searching most useful supplements for bodybuilding.                                                                                                     

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