Egg whites are an excellent addition to any bodybuilder’s diet. They provide an incredible source of protein that continuously helps to repair and build muscles.

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C4 uses new “NO3″ technology to give ridiculous pumps, immediate strength gains, and unbelievably smooth and clean energy during your workouts so you can maximize your muscle growth! …Not to mention that it tastes better than candy!

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So you’re looking for a new pre workout supplement. Maybe you’ve never taken one before, or maybe you’ve taken hundreds. In this article, we’ll discuss an in-depth comparison between two of the top pre workouts right now; Cellucor’s C4 vs. Muscle Pharm’s Assault. Both are great, but which one is better? Well, that depends on what you want out of a pre workout. We’ll also help you determine which one will work better for you.

Let’s begin by addressing the size factor. SIZE DOES NOT MATTER! Jack3d Micro comes in the smallest pre workout container on the market, but that stuff is fabulous. C4 is concentrated, so there’s less powder, and Assault is the more bulky, higher volume pre workout. Just looking at the bottle you’ll see a more expansive ingredients profile in Assault. However, more is not necessarily better. It’s what ingredients are in the powder that makes the difference.

Here are the answers to the questions you may be asking…

Assault is definitely stronger stimulant-wise.

Which one provides more energy?

Assault is definitely stronger stimulant-wise per serving. C4 has 135mg of Caffeine per scoop, Assault has 150mg per HALF scoop. So, a full scoop of Assault has the equivalent of 3 – 3.5 cups of coffee Caffeine content. C4 has more stimulant ingredients in it (synephrine HCL is a thermogenic stimulant), but Assault has more Caffeine, and a lot more B-12 as well. If you’re no stranger to Caffeine, Assault is the more potent choice of the two.

Which one will help me focus more effectively?

A very effective ingredient for mental concentration is B-vitamin Choline Bitartrate. Assault contains an adequate dose of this essential nutrient to provide awesome focus in the gym, on the field, or wherever you train. C4 contains Mucuna Pruriens (L-Dopa) which is a dopamine precursor. This will benefit mood enhancement, growth hormone secretion, and give focus. Both products contain effective focus ingredients. With that said, you may need to try both to see which one works better for you in this category. I give the slight edge to Assault, personally.

Cellucor’s C4 contains NO3, which creates awesome pumps during workout.

Which one provides better pumps?

They’re both great, but both very different in this category. C4 contains Cellucor’s NO3 product in it, which essentially is Creatine Nitrate based. Nitrates have gained massive popularity over the last year because it is far more efficacious as a vasodilator than regular L-Arginine. When combining Creatine and Arginine nitrate, they are synergists of each other and give excellent pumps and strength.

Assault contains Citrulline Malate, which is generally effective at producing pumps. The trick here is some people (like me) respond to either nitrates or Citrulline, but not both. If you know which one works better for you personally, you’ll be able to determine the more beneficial pre workout. Even if Citrulline doesn’t give you a pump, it’s proven to increase recovery effectiveness and overall athletic performance.

To summarize: the better pump product is somewhat subjective, but nitrates are awesome for pumps for the most part, so I give the edge to C4.

Which one has the overall better ingredient profile?

Depends on what you’re looking for. If you need a quick burst of energy and better pumps, C4 may be your best bet. If you’re looking for longer lasting energy and endurance, Assault is definitely stronger. It contains clinical doses of Beta-alanine (4g), Creatine (5g total, including monohydrate and HCL), Citrulline (1.5g), and 6g of BCAA per scoop. Comparatively speaking, C4 contains 1.5g Beta-alanine and 1g Creatine Nitrate (zero of the other two ingredient. Assault is definitely more extensive and diverse with its ingredients, but again, it all depends on what you’re looking for.

I’m not a bodybuilder, I’m an athlete, so which one is better for me?

If you play a sport, train in MMA, or need more athletic endurance, Assault is clearly the right choice for you. It’s longer lasting, it will not give you a pump as much as it will increase athletic performance and ability, and it contains no banned substances. C4 does not contain banned substances either, but it’s more designed for weight lifting and strength training than for athlete-specific workouts.

How much are they and how many servings are there per container in each?

The lowest price I’ve seen consistently is $29.99 (plus shipping and handling) on major sites like bodybuilding.com, nutraplanet.com, etc. Each of them claims 30 servings per container. Here’s the catch – if you’re a full scoop user of Assault, there are only 16 servings in one tub. If you need more than one scoop of C4 to get you going, you could be looking at 10-15 servings per tub total. If you stick to the minimum of one serving (1/2 scoop Assault, 1 scoop C4), they are very comparable in price/serving.

Which one tastes better?

This is personal preference as well. Both companies are skilled at creating palatable supplement powders. Orange, blue raspberry, watermelon, or fruit punch are among the not-so-extraordinary flavor options. The biggest difference is the amount of powder, and amount of water to add when mixing. As aforementioned, Assault’s servings contain quite a bit more powder, so you’ll need 8-16oz of water for it to mix well.

Which is the overall better product?

Pre workout supplements are ones that vary in effectiveness from person to person. There is no right or wrong answer, just finding out which one works better for YOU. My advice is to check your goals, figure out what you’re looking to get out of it, and use this guide to help you decide which one is better.

Here are what a couple of users are saying:

“First I absolutley love the taste of all of Assault’s flavors, especially Rasp Lemo and I am sure now green apple is gonna be amazing. It does have your full 5g of creatine per full scoop, and of course it has all of your normal stimulant products ie caffeine and beta-alanine. Plus the addition of suma root extract I think really adds to the boost you get. The energy is not so buzzy like Jack3d or C4 but the pump energy and vascularity you get and the extra intensity it adds to your workouts is unrivaled.”

“Well I really like Assault and I’ve tried a few samples of c4. But I’d go with C4”

Bottom line: the decision can’t be made for you; you have to know what to look for in each product. Choose the one that best fits your goals.

It’s the era of nitric oxide pre-cursors. One such precursor is L-Citrulline Malate or Citrulline Malate (CM). This amino acid is commonly used to keep the liver healthy. In fact, the largest concentration of CM is in the liver. The amino acid is produced in the mitochondria before it is converted into a highly bioavailable form of Arginine.

Why Citrulline and Not Arginine?

So here’s the deal. Half a decade or a decade ago, Arginine reigned supreme in the nitric oxide supplement department. It worked somehow as some people swore by it. However, a vast majority didn’t experience anything with Arginine supplementation. In fact, most people developed arginine related side effects.

Arginine failed because everyone has an enzyme called Arginase. This enzyme rapidly degrades the amino acid before it can be converted into nitrogen oxide. There’s simply no way to circumvent this.

Citrulline on the other hand was a relatively new supplement that was discovered in watermelons. There wasn’t really any known use of it before until scientists found that CM gets converted into Arginine!

How Citrulline Helps Increase Nitric Oxide Production

There’s a complicated process used by the body to convert Citrulline into Arginine. In the diagram shown, several acids and enzymes convert the amino acid carefully. Arginine on the other had is susceptible to various enzymes. One of them is the Arginase, which destroys the amino acid. The other one is NOS or Nitric Oxide Synthase (NOS) which converts Arginine back into CM and producing NO at the same time.

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So if that’s the case, why not just take Arginine?

Unfortunately, our body has several systems in place to tell if you’re eating or taking too much Arginine. Once our body detects our blood to contain a lot of Arginine, by virtue of nutrient competition, Arginase production steps up to compensate and get rid of Arginine!

Intake of large doses of Arginine causes pre-systemic elimination or the elimination of the amino acid before it reaches into the blood stream by the liver, kidney and digestive system. A systemic elimination occurs inside the circulatory system with Arginase.

Citrulline is Better than Arginine

Citrulline on the other hand, is classified as a non-protein amino acid. Studies by Oswoska and Shwedhelm showed that oral CM supplementation produced more plasma arginine than arginine supplementation itself.

In another study, a high dose of CM administered was cleared by the body easily due to elimination and conversion into arginine + nitrogen oxide. Although such results are not definitively conclusive, they show that high doses of this amino acid do not have side effects!

Food That Contains Citrulline

Getting your daily dose of Citrulline is easier than most supplementation. That’s because the amino acid is found in relatively high amounts in food.

It’s found in most fruits but is especially high in watermelons. The rind part contains a whole lot so eating the fruit near the rind will give you a lot of Citrulline.

Other food sources include high protein food like meat products, dairy like milk products and poultry such as eggs.  You can reach half of what you need by food alone. Sporadic intake of CM via real food can be beneficial as the body prefers small amounts than a single large dose.

However, if you really want to maximize the benefits of the amino acid, you may want supplementation. A lot of companies already incorporate Citrulline in many supplements. You can find it as one of the ingredients, albeit the amount might be smaller. Other companies have begun offering tubs of pure CM supplements so you can get it cheap and add it to your stack!

L-Citrulline Malate Benefits and Bodybuilding

This wonderful amino acid has several attributes beneficial to bodybuilders and athletes.

Reduces Fatigue

A study showed that L-Citrulline ingestion by test subjects prior to workout helped reduce post workout fatigue. A 24 hour ingestion of the amino acid was even better.

Lesser Side Effects

The study also showed that large doses of the amino acid did not even affect insulin levels compared to Arginine which is a good thing. Lesser side effects!

Reduce Muscle Soreness

A single dose of CM was given to subjects before flat barbell bench presses and then muscle soreness was measured. Forty-one respondents took eight grams of L-Citrulline Malate for one session and placebo for the next one. Majority reported a reduction in muscle soreness with CM supplementation.

Increased in Athletic Performance

The same study also cited that almost 90% of the respondents experienced increase in athletic performance after taking Citrulline Malate. That’s in comparison with the second training session using only a placebo!

Energy Increase

Citrulline may also be able to increase energy production. CM is used in mitochondria processes which greatly increase ATP production.

Other Benefits of Citrulline Malate

Apart from the benefits of CM in bodybuilding and sports, CM can be used to help improve sex life. It’s a viable replacement to Viagra as a study showed increased in hardness with Citrulline Malate supplementation.

Overall, CM is a great ingredient for health and fitness. You can find it in a lot of food products or take supplementation.

References:

• Hickner RC, Tanner CJ, Evans CA, Clark PD, Haddock A, Fortune C, Geddis H, Waugh W, McCammon M., “L-citrulline reduces time to exhaustion and insulin response to a graded exercise test.”
• Pérez-Guisado J, Jakeman PM., “Citrulline malate enhances athletic anaerobic performance and relieves muscle soreness.”
• Takeda K, Machida M, Kohara A, Omi N, Takemasa T., “Effects of citrulline supplementation on fatigue and exercise performance in mice.”
• Bendahan D, Mattei JP, Ghattas B, Confort-Gouny S, Le Guern ME, Cozzone PJ., “Citrulline/malate promotes aerobic energy production in human exercising muscle.”
• Schwedhelm E, Maas R, Freese R, Jung D, Lukacs Z, Jambrecina A, Spickler W, Schulze F, Böger RH., “Pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic properties of oral L-citrulline and L-arginine: impact on nitric oxide metabolism.”
• Osowska S, Moinard C, Neveux N, Loï C, Cynober L., “Citrulline increases arginine pools and restores nitrogen balance after massive intestinal resection.”

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C4 uses new “NO3″ technology to give ridiculous pumps, immediate strength gains, and unbelievably smooth and clean energy during your workouts so you can maximize your muscle growth! …Not to mention that it tastes better than candy!

And here’s the best kicker of them all – it comes free if you try Cellucor’s new COR Whey Protein. This stuff seriously beats the tail off of ON 100% Whey… and you need to get protein anyway, so get the #1 NO booster while you’re at it!

Everyone wants the latest and greatest, and with this stack, you get C4 (the greatest) with COR Whey (the latest) – both available in phenomenal flavors!

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Cobra Labs enters the pre workout supplement market with a curiously named product, “The Curse”. It’s not sure if it’s a premonition or something, some people might find the package thrilling with the creepy skull with glowing eyes.

Cobra Labs The Curse – What’s it All About?

According to the their ads, The Curse is capable of:

Insane Energy

About 1 to 2 scoops 30 minutes before workout and you’ll have enough energy to juggle barbells and dumbbells.

Supporting Mental Focus

Cobra Labs also claims that The Curse is capable of giving you motivation and, their words, the aggression and desire to lift more weights. Their PWO can help you keep on going until you can’t take it anymore.

Promoting Muscle Pumps

Here’s the crunch test, The Curse contains ingredients that increase Nitrogen Oxide to provide muscle pumps. Ingredients will be discussed in depth below.

Great Taste

Comes in several flavors, Lemon Rush, Tropical storm, Blue Raspberry ice. Strong  flavors, lots of options even for the picky bodybuilder or athlete.

Giving 50 Servings per Tub

Now this might get tricky. Serving size is 1 scoop and each tub contains about 50 scoops. However, recommended dosage is 1 to 2 scoops so technically, 1 tube will last about 25 days following that recommendation. In fact, written on the tub are the directions. It says there “Mix 1-3 scoops” with 4 to 8 ounce of water (about 1 glass or 250 ml).

The Curse Ingredients

There’s really nothing new with the ingredients found in The Curse. It has three matrices or proprietary blends.

Energizing Muscle Fuel – The Usual Mix

The main matrix for energy by Cobra Labs contains standard ingredients. This matrix dose is up to 3,204 mg without any breakdown of the ingredients listed.

The Curse Dose – Too Little or Too Much?

Beta Alanine – Pretty much a well-known ingredient, Cobra Labs may have made the right choice of adding an ingredient that increases Carnosine. Unfortunately, a lot of bodybuilders and athletes don’t like the skin tingling side effect. It’s actually Paresthesia, a type of neuropathic pain. It’s not a dangerous side effect but it can be annoying.

Maybe that’s the reason this cheesy statement can be found on the directions on the tub: “Prickly Skin confirms successful DNA Mutation.” A bit ominous; unfortunately we’ll never know the true dosage of Beta Alanine in The Curse.

Creatine Monohydrate – Relatively safe ingredient that has several benefits including the replenishment of cellular ATP. Hundreds of studies have been done in the past decade only to confirm that Creatine monohydrate works. It does provide an increase of energy and you can find cheaper tubs of pure Creatine monohydrate.

Some studies show that a daily dose of 5 grams or 5,000 milligrams is needed for a significant increase in strength. The Curse already has 3,000 mg for the Energizing Muscle Fuel matrix and Creatine monohydrate is sharing the dose with 2 other ingredients.

Citric Acid – Citric acid can also be found in fruits like oranges, lemons and more. Citric acid provides energy up to 2.5 calories per gram, something we’ll never know because there’s no dosage written on the tub. It’s a naturally occurring non-essential acid.

When we burn carbs, proteins and fats for energy one of the byproducts is citric acid. It does provide energy as the liver absorbs a tiny amount of Citric acid and converts it into fat which you can burn. It takes some time for your liver to make energy from Citric acid so in a PWO, it’s not really a good ingredient.  In fact, human cells don’t absorb a lot of citric acid, instead human cells expel citric acid and most of it is just expelled by the Kidneys.

Blood Flow Amplifier – For the Muscle Pumps

Approximately 1,300 milligrams of the following nitrogen oxide precursors:

L-Citrulline Malate – A better form of Arginine, it’s not affected by Arginase compared to regular L-Arginine.

L-Arginine Alpha-Ketoglutarate (AAKG) – A great nitrogen oxide precursor. A study was done on the dosage needed to have a significant increase of NO in the body. About 12 grams a day was needed. 1,300 milligrams of Citrulline and AAKG might not have a great effect. At best it could generate a short burst of NO.

Overall, The Curse has a great combo for muscle pumps with Citrulline and AAKG. It’s just that the dosage might leave you needing to pack more scoops in your shaker. Maybe 3 scoops will do.

Extreme Mental Focus – Pay Attention!

The final matrix contains about 147 milligrams of two ingredients.

Caffeine – First up is caffeine. It’s one of the most researched ingredients for supplements. Caffeine can improve mental alertness, focus and cognition. Unfortunately or fortunately for some, The Curse contains less than 147 milligrams of caffeine, considering that there’s a second ingredient sharing the matrix. In a study done on healthy males, most were given up to 200 milligrams of caffeine (more than that, caffeinism or jittery side effects results). It might be a good thing as many bodybuilders and athletes prefer a low dose of caffeine.

Oleuropein Aglycone – This is a relatively new ingredient for a PWO supplement like The Curse and Cobra Labs might be on the right tract by adding a great neuroprotective ingredient to the list of ingredients. There’s no standard dosage yet but Olive oil can be consumed at relatively high dosages and contains a lot of healthy omega fatty acids. It’s not sure yet if the dosage found in The Curse will have a great effect on your central nervous system to keep you motivated all throughout your workout.

The Curse Pre Workout Supplement – Final Words

Basically, you have a pre workout supplement with low doses of great ingredients already found in supplements like DS CRAZE, Jack3d and even Jack3d Micro. The relatively low dose of the ingredients might make you use 3 scoops instead of 1 so that 50 scoop tub ain’t gonna last that long.

Still, if you’re looking for a great deal on an introductory pre workout (if you want to take it slow), the Curse by Cobra Labs is right for you.

References:

• Artioli GG, Gualano B, Smith A, Stout J, Lancha AH Jr., “Role of beta-alanine supplementation on muscle carnosine and exercise performance.”
• Herda TJ, Beck TW, Ryan ED, Smith AE, Walter AA, Hartman MJ, Stout JR, Cramer JT., “Effects of creatine monohydrate and polyethylene glycosylated creatine supplementation on muscular strength, endurance, and power output.”
• Citric Acid Cycle http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK21163/ 
• Willoughby DS, Boucher T, Reid J, Skelton G, Clark M., “Effects of 7 days of arginine-alpha-ketoglutarate supplementation on blood flow, plasma L-arginine, nitric oxide metabolites, and asymmetric dimethyl arginine after resistance exercise.”
• Hewlett P, Smith A., “Effects of repeated doses of caffeine on performance and alertness: new data and secondary analyses.”
• Daccache A, Lion C, Sibille N, Gerard M, Slomianny C, Lippens G, Cotelle P., “Oleuropein and derivatives from olives as Tau aggregation inhibitors.”

The debate of fasted training vs. pre-training nutrition is one that has been going on for many years. We know that carbohydrates are necessary for a functioning glycolytic energy system, but are there distinct training advantages to strategically timing our intake of nutrients?

Well, let’s look at what science tells us!

The Science behind Maltodextrin – Does Fasting Help?

Alan Aragon, nutrition advisor for Men’s Health magazine, conducted a study to review whether lipid metabolism is increased by doing cardio in a fasted state. In essence, two major points concerning the question sum up what we’re trying to figure out:

• Carbohydrate during exercise spares liver glycogen, which is among the most critical factors for anticatabolism during hypocaloric & other conditions of metabolic stress. This protective hepatic effect is absent in fasted cardio.
• At the established intensity level of peak fat oxidation (~63% VO2 max), carbohydrate increases performance without any suppression of fat oxidation in trained subjects.


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To elaborate on the first bullet point, amino acids are used when liver glycogen is depleted to provide energy during exercise. Yes, the same amino acids that your muscles are made out of. Yes, that means you burn more muscle when you don’t take in exogenous sources of carbohydrate fuel. Yes, that means you should take in maltodextrin (a polysaccharide carbohydrate chain) before you go hard in the gym!

Pre-training Nutrients – Maltodextrin Benefits

This concept is not limited solely to cardio. Resistance training has fat oxidation properties as well. Therefore, if you’re trying to gain muscle mass, you definitely need to provide your body with pre-training nutrients.

Your body needs certain nutrients before workout!

Why is maltodextrin a good choice in terms of pre-training carbohydrate fueling? For one, it’s easily digestible, and equally as quickly digesting as glucose. Marathon runners take this in the form of a gel to replenish glycogen reserves to prevent muscle tissue breakdown.

Even though this glucose polymer is quickly and easily digested, it is not a “simple” carb. Classified by “complex” by some, this seemingly makes it a clear choice in comparison with other carbs. Or does it?…

Alan Aragon conducted a study also on the glycemic index, and whether or not certain polymers of carbs are more efficacious than others. The result in the study concludes that the glycemic index (GI) is an insufficient tool to monitor body composition and diet efficacy. With that said, relative to body mass, a carb is a carb. Moreover, maltodextrin, a “complex” carb by name, is absolutely fine to consume before a workout, though it will not provide any added benefit because it’s “complex.”

An interesting test revealed how increase glycogen can synergistically work with other things to improve body performance. Glycogen, or glucose polymers, has shown to increase calcium absorption in this peer-reviewed study. Why is this important? Calcium promotes healthy muscle contraction, function, and overall musculoskeletal health in general. With the added help of absorption from carbohydrate intake, individuals ensure higher workout quality.

Different body composition goals call for different nutritional needs. As a general rule, consuming a lower amount of calories than your maintenance level allows (varies individually) leads to fat loss. So, if you’re goal is to slash body fat, the pre-training maltodextrin calories should be taken into account.

Overall, it’s a good idea to supplement carbohydrates before training. Regardless of your cutting, bulking, or recomp goals, carbs are necessary for muscle fuel. Maltodextrin is an ideal option for pre-training nutrition intake, and can and should also be used afterwards in your post-workout shake. Maltodextrin has anticatabolic, muscle building properties that any weight lifter or fitness enthusiast is looking for.

References:

• Alan Aragon, study on glycemic index.
• Alan Aragon, study on fasted cardio.
• Effects of glucose and glucose polymers on calcium absorption in healthy subjects. R J Wood, A Gerhardt, and I H Rosenberg. The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.
• What glucose, maltodextrin, and dextrose do. Nutriline.

CELLUCOR C4 EXTREME – #1 PRE WORKOUT
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If you’re not sure what to get here, let us make it easy on you: Cellucor C4 Extreme is the best-selling, most trusted pre workout supplement on this site, and is our go-to when we’re looking for the perfect balance of energy and pumps.

C4 uses new “NO3″ technology to give ridiculous pumps, immediate strength gains, and unbelievably smooth and clean energy during your workouts so you can maximize your muscle growth! …Not to mention that it tastes better than candy!

And here’s the best kicker of them all – it comes free if you try Cellucor’s new COR Whey Protein. This stuff seriously beats the tail off of ON 100% Whey… and you need to get protein anyway, so get the #1 NO booster while you’re at it!

Everyone wants the latest and greatest, and with this stack, you get C4 (the greatest) with COR Whey (the latest) – both available in phenomenal flavors!

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Expensive supplements don’t mean that they’re more effective. Some aren’t effective at all and some are way overpriced, and you can find better alternatives. Here’s a rundown of the most expensively stupid supplements ever on the market.

Most Expensive Supplements

Adipo RX

There’s been a lot of hyped up marketing abuot AdipoRX. It’s being touted as a fat burner. Sure, it contains several “natural” ingredients but at almost 60 dollars for a month supply – a real rip off!

Here’s the thing, there’s not “one pill” that can help reduce obesity safely. The keyword there is “safely”; sure you can find those chinese herbal pills that burn fat at the cost of your life. They contain dangerous drugs like amphetamine. “Natural” pills like AdipoRX on the other hand, may contain mild fat burners, but not enough to justify the price. As one of the expensive supplements, AdipoRX will just give you a good dose of anti oxidants, the same benefit you’d get if you ate vegetables and fruits.

Sure, the company that makes AdipoRX has a money back guarantee, but getting back your money will take a long time. Usually you have to prove that you took the pill AND followed the instruction on proper diet and exercise. Here’s the thing, if you follow a proper diet and exercise YOU WILL LOSE THE FAT with or without AdipoRX. Several reviews have attested to efficacy of AdipoRX, so it may work for some, but it’s still one of the most expensive supplements on the market.

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Exercise can help you Burn the Fat

CliniSlim

Now here’s a different “fat burner” called CliniSlim. It contains Chromium just like in regular multi vitamins. There are several ingredients such as Glucomannan, yerba mate, damiana and guarana which work to slow down gastric emptying, making you feel full longer. Unfortunately, reviews of the product have shown that the company misquoted several studies to hype their product.

Glucomannan works but the dosage found in CliniSlim is half of a clinical study recommended dosage. The same goes for the rest of the ingredients. They work, but the dosages don’t match the clinical studies quoted by websites, press releases, and reps of CliniSlim.

At almost 100 dollars it takes the cake as one of the most expensive supplements marketed as fat burner. Right now they’re having a promo price of almost 60 dollars, but still, the effects of CliniSlim won’t give you your money’s worth. The money back guarantee states that if you don’t lose weight in 10 days, you get your money back. However there are loopholes, you will be losing a slight amount of weight as the high fiber will wash away the contents of your intestines. Other than that, 10 pounds loss in 2 months certainly isn’t worth $100.

Acai Berry Diet Pills

Another purported weight loss supplement from the Acai Berry. The supplement was made popular by several articles showcasing its history and source, the Acai Palm tree. There have been uncontrolled pilot studies but it only showed the reduction of markers for metabolic diseases in overweight adults. They were not studies made testing how acai berry can help you lose weight.

At best, the Acai berry gives you powerful antioxidants that can help your body fight toxins. Marketing has been very deceptive. By accepting free trials, buyers unknowingly sign over “recurring shipment” costs or being forced to pay as much as 95 dollars for a shipment that you don’t want. Fake blogs also give fake reviews and it came to a point where celebrity host Oprah Winfre sued fifty internet sellers of Acai Berry pills. Jennifer Eisenbarth of the Biggest Loser also sued Acai berry supplement producer FWM Labs for using her image on advertisements.

Reserveratrol maker company FWM  Labs was also sued by Oprah in 2009. The company started using her name and Dr. Mehmet Oz’ along with a “trial offer”. This trapped a lot of customers to monthly expensive supplements shipments which led to several complaints that also dragged Oprah’s name. The company making Reserveratrol allegedly used ad campaign sites to advertise their products. The ad companies then started using celebrity names like Oprah and Oz and even creating fake websites such as OprahDietSecret.com and DrOzAdvice.com which are not even created by said celebrities.

How to Avoid Expensive Supplements Scams?

Fat Loss Factor by Marc Lobliner contains Important Information on Diet Management

Overweight and obese people are usually scrambling to find ways to curb their ever ballooning weight gain. If you happen to be one of them, information can actually help you avoid expensive supplements.

Be Informed about Ideal Body Weight

You might not be “fat” at all. Everyone has an ideal body weight and not everyone can achieve a mesomorph or well-muscled body. Those are scientific facts. You can talk to your doctor and check if your body weight is right for you.

Be Informed about Adipose Tissue and Weight Gain

Adipose tissues are made up of adipose cells that act like storage bags for fat. It can accumulate a lot of fat drops and grow big enough that it can be visible using microscopes. Adipose cells or fat cells aren’t necessarily bad. We need them to store energy in case of emergencies. However if there are too many of them, the fat cells can sag your skin or choke your organs.

Be Informed about Trial offers and Money Back Guarantee

There are many deceptive marketing strategies and companies often make use of “contracts” that lure customers in with trial offers and money back guarantee. After giving billing details and credit card info, companies can auto bill you another month’s supply of expensive supplements if you don’t manage to opt out in time.  Be sure to read what you are signing and don’t give out your personal details carelessly.

Be Informed Supplements, Diet and Exercise

If you have doubts about a particular supplement, diet or exercise regimen, you can ask your doctor for advice. You can also seek the advice of many doctors and weigh your options. There’s really no wonder drug to help you lose weight but you can use supplements to supplement your weight loss efforts in getting rid of excess fat.

Sources:

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Sex sells. And why shouldn’t it? Coded deep in our DNA, sex is among the most natural pleasures we get to give and take with our bare bodies. To be even more specific, a good number of things that enhance sexual experience actually sell, and all for a good reason – from various fiction books/music videos/films that re-imagine the entire act of making love, to an entire foray of clothes that are designed to visually maximize sexual attraction, and most currently, to a number of pre-workouts that physiologically enhance sexual impulses themselves.

More than promoting superior athletic abilities, many pre-workouts have been equally effective in improving sexual performance. This boost in sexual prowess has been openly attributed to Nitric Oxide enhancers that generally make for the energy boosting-focus enhancing component of many pre-workout supplements.

How Nitric Oxide Improves Sex

Nitric Oxide (NO), otherwise known as Nitrogen Oxide, is essentially a necessary free radical that facilitates intercellular information transfer, oxygen transfer, and nutrient distribution. The human body is able to naturally manufacture Nitric Oxide by breaking down the amino acid Arginine.

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In athletics, bodybuilding, and competitive training in general, however, normal NO levels run low and fall short as the body is pushed to extreme levels of physical activity and stress, thus essentially preventing optimal physical performance. This is where Nitric Oxide supplementation comes in.

Needless to say, Nitric Oxide supplementation allows for enhanced Nitric Oxide levels. Among others, enhanced Nitric Oxide levels essentially dilates the blood vessels which then allows for a more efficient delivery of oxygen-rich blood to the active muscles across the body. Active muscles which receive adequate supply of oxygen-rich blood are able to handle physical stress better for within a much longer duration. This means improved energy production, enhanced power output, and longer endurance. It is in this sense that Nitric Oxide supplementation improves athletic performance.

It is also in this very same fashion that Nitric Oxide supplementation improves sexual performance. During intercourse, and even before intercourse, the brain perceives and processes physical or sensory stimuli to create a moment of desire. It is in this moment that the brain triggers a series of biological reactions that involve the release of Nitric Oxide to stimulate the corpus cavernosum – a specialized tissue that controls blood flow and erects the penis. Essentially, like every other active muscle in the body, the penis is engineered to remain erected and perform at its best when it receives adequate supply of oxygen-rich blood, hence enhanced levels of Nitric Oxide is crucial.

Nitric Oxide Boosters

Natural substances or chemical constituents that actively stimulate both the production and the release of Nitric Oxide levels are called Nitric Oxide boosters. Nitric Oxide boosters are among the most crucial and popular active ingredients in almost, if not all pre-workouts in the market. Although Nitric Oxide boosters come in all shapes and sizes, so to speak, its basic purpose stays the same: prominently dilate the blood vessels to allow for optimal blood flow and nutrient distribution.

Arginine

Because the body naturally produces Nitric Oxide by breaking down the amino acid Arginine, dosing the body with Arginine itself is among the more popular ways of Nitric Oxide supplementation. Known as the miracle molecule, Aginine promotes greater vasodilation. A Columbia University study done on Arginine has shown that it has a very potent ability to naturally replace Viagra as a sex-booster. Apart from this, Arginine supplementation also yields an entire catalogue of health benefits such as increasing sperm count at a 250%/2week rate, actively maintaining erections for a longer duration of time, and improving fertility and orgasms, especially in women.

Citruline

Another popular substance that makes for the main NO boosting component of many pre-workouts is Citrulline. Originally its name derived from the Latin word citrullus which means watermelon. Citrulline is an amino acid that naturally occurs in the intestine. Apart from boosting the body’s natural Nitric Oxide levels, Citrulline plays a significant role in the body’s metabolic processes, keeping nitrogen levels in check, while detoxifying ammonia. Not unlike Arginine, Citrulline is known for affecting the body the same way that Viagra does in terms of treating and even preventing erectile dysfunction. Numerous studies have shown that Citrulline supplementation allows for a far more enhanced sexual function, stamina, and performance.

Vitamins A and C

Apart from these, Vitamins A and C also promote nitric oxide proficiency by naturally preventing its breakdown in the body.

A number of commercial pre-workouts have been specifically built around these NO boosters. Some are even formulated using 2-3 NO boosters as part of their unique pump technology. Potent pre-workouts that come to mind include USP Labs Jack3d, USP Labs Jac3d Micro, and Test Powder.

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It is never a bad idea to be mindful of the body. Yes, especially as the number of obesity cases continue to skyrocket in spectacular fashion, it definitely pays off to keep our bodies healthy and in perfect tune with the weighing scale.

Over the course of the last 50 years, since the industrial revolution, the world has put on more than its fair share of weight thanks to our consumption of fake food-like products that are ultimately alien to the body. It is because of products like synthetic cheese, fiber-free juice, and 5-minute noodles that obesity continues to run wild across the globe like a fat ugly monster. In America alone, almost two-thirds of the entire population are unable to escape the clutches of obesity and its many dire complications such as heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. Although, hope is far from being lost.

Now, more than ever, there is a growing awareness among people about the correlation between maintaining a healthy diet and physical fitness. As such, when you watch late night TV, or leaf through a magazine, chances are you’ll see a series of advertisements or products that call out for healthier and more responsible eating. This is good news that the world needs, if only it did not come without a few marketing ploys/dietary scams that piggyback on people’s desire to shed off some pounds. Aside from being ultimately ineffective, these products/scams might potentially cause serious repercussions to your health. With this said, here is our list of the
top 5 Most Dangerous Diet Scams of All Time.

5. Diuretics Heavy Supplement/ Weight Loss Teas

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Everybody wants a magic bullet that makes them instantly lighter on the scale. There is no such thing, though there are diuretic-products that sell that illusion.

A diuretic is any substance that forces the release of water in the body. Needless to say, by forcing the body to reduce normal water levels, it is able to go down by a few points on the scale. This is ultimately pointless, as no true weight loss is actually achieved. Once the body yields to thirst, after a glass of water, this illusion of being lighter is gone.

Among the most popular diuretic substances is caffeine which is found in many thermogenic pills and weight loss teas. The real danger in going overboard in these diuretics products is dehydration. Even worse, with water loss, diuretic substances also flush essential electrolytes out of the body.

4. Fat/Carbohydrate Blocking Pill

These supposedly scientifically advanced diet pills that block the body’s absorption of fat, and most recently carbohydrates, are among the most popular diet scams in the market. Most of the supposedly science behind the product is unfounded. In fact, researchers say that the current technology that makes this fat/carb blocking possible is, at best, useless. The more unpleasant part is how these fat/carb blockers potentially cause dangerous effects to the body.

Registered dietician Althea Zanecosky says that these products essentially block the natural fat/carbohydrate content of food by putting the body in a state similar to lactose intolerance. This way the body is unable to metabolize nutrients the right way which in effect causes an array of gastrointestinal problems and even malnourishment.

3. Japanese Weight Loss Pill

In April 2012, the Food and Drug Administration issued a warning to consumers regarding a weight loss supplement that is imported from Japan called Japan Rapid Weight Loss Pill.

Popularly marketed as blue, green, and yellow weight loss pills, this weight loss product is especially dangerous as it is clinically formulated with undeclared phenolphthalein, sibutramine, and ephedrine alkaloids. Phenolphtalein is a suspected carcinogen. While previously used in the active treatment of obesity, sibutramine is a banned substance that is suspected to cause heart attack and stroke. And ephedrine has been reported to induce an elevated and abnormal beating of the heart.

In addition to these, Japan Rapid Weight Loss Pills have been reported to induce a disturbing array of side effects that include abnormal heart beat, sleep deprivation, constipation, facial flushing, skin rash and gastrointestinal bleeding.

2. Ipecac-Syrup

More popularly known just as ipecac, ipecac syrup comes from the roots of the ipecacuana plant. First introduced in the 18th century, ipecac syrup was used in cough medications to induce vomiting. As such, ipecac syrup was once considered as a first aid emetic in cases of accidental poisoning. However, as there was no conclusive evidence that supports its medical efficacy, the use of ipecac as a first aid emetic was eventually abandoned.

It was not until the modern media’s obsession with the bony and the skinny that ipecac once again found its way to popularity. The use of ipecac is considered extremely unhealthy and is directly linked to an eating disorder called bulimia nervosa. Frequent use of ipecac is known to cause systemic toxicity and generally weakens the heart, and potentially results death. In fact, it is believed that the death of famous 1970’s music icon Karen Carpenter has been caused by overused of ipecac.

Among others, common side effects of ipecac include abnormal heart beats, severe chest pains, breathing difficulties, cardiac arrest, seizures, and coma.

1. K-E Diet

Otherwise known as the “feeding tube diet” or “nose drip diet”, this easily tops the list because it requires the regular insertion of naso-gastric tube through the nose. Unparalleled in promoting caloric deficit, it limits daily caloric intake to 800 calories. The K-E diets popularity feeds on the weight loss obsession of people who are looking for an instant 10 pound drop in one week, except this is one even closer to borderline crazy as it promises 20 pound drop within 10 days.

Aside from basically starving yourself, which is never truly healthy in any way, the K-E diet is especially dangerous as the frequent insertion of naso-gastric tube can very much cause all sorts of infection and inflammation. Furthermore, as the K-E diet is essentially designed use prolonged ketosis (which simply means, burning fat instead of glucose to fuel the body), ketone levels in the blood an elevated to unhealthy levels that stresses both the liver and the kidney.

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MAN has erupted on the supplement scene as of late with cutting-edge products like Game Day, Nolvadren XT, and High Voltage Body Octane. Let’s take a closer look at Body Octane, what’s in it, and what reviewers have to say!

What is High Voltage Body Octane?

This product features scientifically proven ingredients to deliver awesome pumps, improved endurance, and decreased recovery time. It’s an excellent non-stimulant product to enhance workouts for any fitness goal, and even helps speed up lipolysis.

Stacked with Game Day, this product is very beneficial for athletic performance, and does NOT contain banned ingredients or anything to cause you to fail a drug test.

It comes in lemon-lime chiller, citrus breeze, and strawberry mango flavor options.

User Reviews

Here’s what some of the Body Octane users are saying about the product:

“This is hands down one of the best pre workout products on the market. Especially if your not a huge fan of caffeine pre workout. The pump and endurance are great. A must buy product and stacks amazing with Blueprint and Orotine/Clout.” –Bryan

“This is the product you turn to if you don’t want to use overpriced under serving size creatine products. Using this product during a maintenance/cut faze and it works very well at delaying fatigue, without the water retention of creatine. Workouts are about 50% better in that more sets can be performed without as much decline in ability. This is a must use when wanting to slim down and retain strength…” –Andrew

Supplement Reviews users gave this an average of 9.4/10 rating, including reviewer GHO5T, who stated, “Best stim free product hands down. Being a soccer athlete this a product that fits everything I look for. The endurance is great and recovery is even better. This product is also very versatile in the fact that you can stack in with almost anything. A simple formula that is highly effective. Also noticed increased pumps and vascularity on weight training days.”

Ingredients

Here are a few of the main ingredients broken down, with supporting studies from scientists.

Citrulline Malate

According to numerous studies by the Department of Medicine, Citrulline Malate generates great pumps, anaerobic strength and endurance, and aids in decreasing muscle soreness. With a healthy dose of 3,500mg, your sleeves will fit much tighter during an intense workout after taking this stuff. Who doesn’t want to have a stronger workout while decreasing soreness at the same time?

Athletes who supplement CM will experience greater performance capacity and ability. The addition of CM in High Voltage Body Octane makes it very effective in itself, but there’s more!

L-Carnitine L-Tartrate

Aside from the obvious fat-burning benefits to supplementing this ingredient, a recent study by the Human Performance Laboratory at the University of Connecticut revealed that it, too, has revealed muscle soreness inhibiting properties. So we are with a two-sided recovery agent to ensure maximal performance at all times.

High-intensity recovery is what L-Carnitine L-Tartate specializes in, while the Citrulline Malate increases recovery from anaerobic lifting. This basically means lifters can do heavy weights on bench, with shorter rest periods, and high-volume training styles, and be much less sore the following days after. This, of course, is contingent on the athlete getting sufficient nutrition and rest.

Carnosine

Carnosine is a dipeptide made from Histidine and Beta Alanine. The compound of these two create a favorable atmosphere for the building of type-II, fast twitch muscle fibers. It is also an effective buffer for the accumulation of H+ ions, which are the root cause of muscle soreness (not lactic acid, contrary to popular belief). Essentially, Carnosine helps decrease muscle fatigue, causing muscle endurance to skyrocket.

Studies show that this dipeptide is a naturally potent antioxidant. Scavenging free radicals that delay the recovery process, Carnosine is a third agent for decreasing muscle soreness and promoting optimal recovery.

Users will feel the “tingling” sensation (typically in the extremities) when ingested, though with 1,600mg being the dose per scoop, it will not be overwhelming to the point of uncomfort.

Are there any Side Effects?

Aside from the slight tingling sensation from the Beta Alanine – which is totally fine and normal – there is a very slim chance side effects will be experienced. Studies show no toxicity in consumption of any of the ingredients in the doses put in the ingredient profile.

Is it safe for women?

Yes, absolutely! There is nothing hormonal in this product. If you’re a female lifter or athlete, this product could be nothing but beneficial for you.

Final Thoughts

From power lifters to tennis players, High Voltage Body Octane is beneficial for any athlete. In conjunction with other MAN products or stimulant-based pre-workout products, this stuff can really shine.

Overall, it’s an awesome product with great scientific studies to support its efficacy.

As with any supplement, diet and training are the most important aspects to achieving results. Supplements like High Voltage Body Octane can help enhance training experience, though no supplement should be totally relied on to deliver better body composition or more athletic ability.

References:

• L-Carnitine L-Tartrate. Am J Physiol Endocrinol Metab. 2002 Feb;282(2):E474-82. L-Carnitine L-tartrate supplementation favorably affects markers of recovery from exercise stress. Volek JS, Kraemer WJ, Rubin MR, Gómez AL, Ratamess NA, Gaynor P. Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut.
•  Citrulline. J Strength Cond Res. 2010 May;24(5):1215-22. doi: 10.1519/JSC.0b013e3181cb28e0. Citrulline malate enhances athletic anaerobic performance and relieves muscle soreness. Pérez-Guisado J, Jakeman PM. Department of Medicine, University of Córdoba.
• L-Carnitine L-Tartrate. J Strength Cond Res. 2003 Aug;17(3):455-62. The effects of L-carnitine L-tartrate supplementation on hormonal responses to resistance exercise and recovery. Kraemer WJ, Volek JS, French DN, Rubin MR, Sharman MJ, Gómez AL, Ratamess NA, Newton RU, Jemiolo B, Craig BW, Häkkinen K. Human Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut.
• Carnosine. Biokhimiia. 1987 May;52(5):782-7. [Muscle dipeptides--natural inhibitors of lipid peroxidation] [Article in Russian] Dupin AM, Bemanandzara M, Stvolinskiĭ SL, Boldyrev AA, Severin SE.

While crucial in preparing both the mind and body for the rigors of adaptive gym work, most pre-workouts don’t necessarily come cheap. Most commercially available pre-workouts are prepared with clinically synthesized ingredients and patented blends that increase the price considerably. Needless to say, adaptive training and gym work is a case where commitment and motivation is worth more than all these extra ingredients, some of which are not really at all necessary.

Do you want to persist and power through the intensity of your workouts with nothing but the bare essentials? Make your own pre-workout. Why not? It costs relatively less. It does not come with filler ingredients. And it gives you the freedom to experiment with the amounts and dosing protocols until you arrive at a formula that your body is comfortable with.

Now, before we begin, one thing: BUY A VERY GOOD SCALE! You need something that will measure down to the milligram (mg). Take a look at these and pick one, there’s a bunch that are low-cost and have great reviews.

Here are the key ingredients you might think about adding to your specialized concoction –

1. Caffeine

As a very powerful stimulant, caffeine causes heart rate to increase, the pupils to dilate, and the muscles to tighten. It also stimulates the release of adrenalin to the body, which in effect boosts energy levels.

With 21,000 related studies, caffeine is perhaps the most researched stimulant in the world. Apart from being a very versatile and potent stimulant, caffeine helps replenish muscle glycogen stores at a faster rate, thus it making for a great supplement to enhance muscle recovery. Researchers have it that caffeine relieves post workout muscle pain and helps overcome chronic fatigue by as much 48%.

A classic stimulant, caffeine increases the body’s stamina and muscle strength during workouts. Researchers have found that in some cases, caffeine is better than sleep in terms of improving concentration during motor activities such as running.

Caffeine doses the brain with dopamine which improves cognitive functions. This allows for better mood, motivation and focus. Japanese researchers have also found caffeine to increase memory and prevent the onset of Alzheimer’s disease.

Physiologically, caffeine has been found to affect the body in many ways. As a very powerful stimulant, caffeine causes heart rate to increase, the pupils to dilate, and the muscles to tighten. It also stimulates the release of adrenaline to the body, boosting energy levels. By keeping airways open, caffeine also significantly improves breathing during workouts.

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Interestingly, caffeine is used to control body weight. Caffeine increases metabolism by increasing the rate at which the body breaks down fat. In fact, caffeine is among the most active ingredients in many diet pills.

2. Nitric Oxide Boosters/Support

Nitric oxide or nitrogen oxide is a crucial biochemical in many of the body’s natural processes. It is basically a necessary free radical that takes care of intercellular information transfer.

Nitric Oxide is known for dilating the blood vessels. This promotes a more efficient blood flow, oxygen transfer, and nutrient distribution. As such, enhanced nitric oxide levels significantly improve blood-oxygen circulation. For this very reason, nitric oxide supplementation has gained tremendous popularity in both in both the bodybuilding and athletic community as an active ingredient in many pre-workout products in the market today.

Here are three of the more relevant forms of nitric oxide boosters that should work well with your pre-workout formulation –

L-Citrulline

As a very powerful stimulant, caffeine causes heart rate to increase, the pupils to dilate, and the muscles to tighten. It also stimulates the release of adrenalin to the body, which in effect boosts energy levels.

L-citrulline, or otherwise known as citrulline, originally got its name from the Latin word citrullus which translates to watermelon. An amino acid that is naturally found in the intestine, l-citrulline plays a significant roles in the body’s metabolic processes. As such, it balances the nitrogen level of the body while detoxifying ammonia.

Among its many other health benefits, citrulline is most known for improving the cardiovascular system. Citrulline aids in opening and relaxing the blood vessels. It promotes a healthier blood flow, and it improves the transportation and distribution of oxygen and other nutrients in the body.

Agmatine Sulfate

A naturally occurring substance that is the decarboxylation product of the amino acid arginine, agmatine is best known for boosting the body’s nitric oxide production. As such, it improves nutrient transport and partitioning, driving calories and other macronutrients hard into the muscles and away from fat cells.

Additionaly, agmatine sulfate stimulates the production of several hypothalamic and pituitary peptide hormones, lutenizing and growth hormones that result in elevated testosterone levels.

Agmatine also stimulates insulin production that results to better insulin response which in effect allows for building a leaner, more muscular body at a faster rate.

Agmatine has been reported to have nootropic effects that provide athletes and bodybuilders better mood and focus and an improved mental edge when performing various physical challenges.

Arginine Nitrate

First reported in 1999 as a nitric oxide precursor, arginine nitrate enhances energy levels and promotes a faster muscle recovery rate.

Boosting the body’s nitric oxide production, argnine nitrate promotes muscle growth by improving nutrient distribution and enhancing blood oxygen levels.

Apart from being crucial in promoting muscle growth, arginine nitrate is especially useful in training as it alleviate any discomfort brought by headaches, muscle pain, and the likes. It is also aids in the detoxification of body wastes, and in controlling the body’s chemical imbalances.

3. Mental Support: N Acetyl L Tyrosine/ALCAR (Acetyl L Carnitine)

N Acetyl L Tyrosine

N acetyl l-tyrosine is essentially a clinically modified form of the non-essential amino acid tyrosine. Basically, what N acetyl l-tyrosine does is help enhance tyrosine’s bioavailability and absorption into the bloodstream. This is especially important as Tyrosine is crucial to the production of stress regulating hormones epinephrine and norepinephrine which optimizes cognitive functions specifically when the body is subjected to stress, physical and otherwise.

ALCAR (Acetyl L Carnitine)

The acetylated form of l-carnitine, ALCAR or Acetyl L Carnitine, is a non-essential amino acid that is known to naturally improve cognitive functions. Just as notably, ALCAR has the ability to increase the rate of fat burning by enhancing fatty acid transfer to the mitochondria where it is metabolized and converted to energy.

Additionally, ALCAR is especially useful in keeping the body in top physical performance during dieting periods.

4. Endurance Enhancers: BCAA’s/Beta-Alanine

a lactic-acid buffer, beta-alanine delays neuromuscular fatigue while boosting the body’s ability to sustain an increase amount of workout intensity and training duration.

BCAA’s

BCAA, otherwise known as Branched Chain Amino Acids, these are the essential amino acids leucine, isoleucine, and valine. Since the human body is unable to manufacture these amino acids on its own, it needs constant supplementation, either from natural food sources or dietary supplements.

These amino acids are crucial to many processes of protein production. Leucine and valine help the regulation of protein turnover and protein synthesis. Both amino acids help slow down muscle protein breakdown that happens whenever the body is exposed to high stress levels.

Also, both amino acids help metabolize energy for the body. Isoleucine, on the other hand is a powerful antioxidant that helps protect the body against cellular free-radical damage.

Beta-Alanine

Best known as a lactic-acid buffer, beta-alanine delays neuromuscular fatigue which allows the body to perform at its best even with increased workout intensity and a longer training duration.

Lactic acid causes the muscles’ pH level to drop and prevents the entire body from physically performing at an optimal level. Beta-alanine counteracts the high levels of lactic acid in the muscles by boosting the intracellular carnosine levels which serves a buffering agent to lactic acid.

Beta-alanine also improves the rate at which the body recovers stamina, strength, and power.

5. Optional Ingredients: Green Tea Extract/Rhodiola Rosea Extract/Schizandra Extract/Racetam Smart Drugs/Theobromine, Theophylline/Theophylline

Green Tea Extract

Green tea has been found to have anti-cancer, antioxidant anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial properties

Otherwise known as Camellia Sinensis, green tea was first discovered in China by Emperor Shen Nung at around 2737BC.

Among the safest thermogenic enhancers, green tea has been found to stimulate fat burning without increasing the heart rate as other thermogenic enhancers do.

More importantly, green tea is a very rich source of polyphenols which are essentially potent forms of antioxidants. Among the polyphenols that can be found in green tea is Epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG), which has been reported to be 100 times more effective compared to vitamin C and 25 times more effective compared to vitamin E in protecting the body against cellular free-radical damage.

Rhodiola Rosea Extract

Otherwise to known as rose root, golden root and arctic root, rhodiola rosea is a perennial plant that naturally grows in the Arctic and in the mountainous regions of Central Asia and Europe. Rhodiolo rosea is known as a natural mood enhancer and anti-depressant. As such, studies have been done to confirm its effectiveness in optimizing both physical and mental performance.

Essentially, rhodiola’s performance enhancing effects are found to be arbitrated by consequent changes serotonin and dopamine levels due to monoamine oxide inhibition.

Schizandra Extract

Shisandra plant is a deciduous climber that typically grows in gardens all around the world. It is used as an adaptogen for naturally enhancing resistance against heightened stress levels. It is also effective in enhancing both physical performance and athletic endurance. Recent studies on the plant have confirmed that schisandra has a potent abitlity to prevent premature aging by normalizing blood sugar and blood pressure levels while optimizing the immune system.

Piracetam/Aniracetam/Pramiracetam

Commonly referred to as the racetam drugs, these nootropics can sometimes be challenging to find. First developed in the 1960’s, these racetam nootrpics were revolutionary in terms of being the first to combine both physiological and medical efficacy with a very minimal, or next to zero trace of toxicity. Particularly known for optimizing brainwork, these smart drugs have been intensely researched to optimize the availability of specific neurochemicals that improve cognition, memory, intelligence, motivation, attention, and concentration.

Theobromine

Theobromine is a naturally occurring alkaloid that is potently found in cocoa and other chocolate-related products. Chemically, Theobromine is a close relative of caffeine. Apart from being a natural stimulant like caffeine, Theobromine has been found to be nitric oxide enhancer and as well as a mild diuretic.

Theophylline

Otherwise known as dimethylxanthine, theophylline is naturally found in tea. Bearing structural and pharmacological resemblance to caffeine, theophyline is most known to enhance cardiovascular and respiratory processes of the body. As such theophyline has been reported to relax bronchial smooth muscles, enhance heart muscle efficiency, and increase heart rate and blood pressure.

6. Crystal Light

Manufactured by Kraft Foods, Crystal Light is a low-calorie drink mix that should add a dash of sweetness to your own pre-workout. Kraft Foods Crystal light comes in many flavours: classic, energy, mocktails, and pure mixes.

Crystal light is definitely a better alternative to calorie-laden beverages in the market.

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USP Labs‘ reformulated OxyELITE Pro is officially available in the market!

Having won Bodybuilding.com’s “Best Fat Loss Supplement” award, OxyELITE Pro is arguably the most popular and the most effective commercial thermogenic fat burner out there. In fact, OxyELITE Pro never fails to get the top spot as the best selling fat burner in at several major online stores, and is the most searched after fat burner on PricePlow.com as well.

So why the new formula, you ask?

Safety First

Much like USP Labs’ classic pre-workout, and all time favourite, product Jack3d, the new OxyELITE Pro was probably born out of the precautionary ban that was implemented by many countries outside the US on one of its main ingredients, 1,3 dimethylamylamine, otherwise known as DMAA. Right now the original OxyELITE Pro will remain available in the US, as DMAA is legal and NOT banned. So if you are a hardcore fan of the original formula, you might as well head over to www.oxyelite-pro.com and stock up on the product. HOWEVER, there is no reason to worry if you are international and can’t get your hands on the original, because the reformulated OxyELITE Pro brings some great news.

Since the debate on DMAA’s safety is inconclusive as anything, USP Labs has taken the liberty of taking safer approach to the new formula. 100% DMAA-free, the new OxyELITE Pro is prepared to be generally safer than its predecessor. Since the new OxyELITE Pro is quite new to the market, user reviews are still scarce. For the meantime, here is a list of the product’s active ingredients:

Ingredients

Bauhinia Purpurea L. (Leaf And Pod) Extract

Bauhinia Purpurea is an orchid tree plant that abundantly grows in South Asia, Southeast Asia, Southern China, and Japan. Among others, bauhinia purpurea is known for enhancing T3 T4 ratio which increases the body’s normal fat burning rate.

Originally used to treat under-functioning thyroid, enhanced T3 and T4 levels are known to effectively speed up the body’s natural metabolic process and therefore induce weight loss and substantially burn more calories even when at rest or asleep. In fact, enhanced thyroid functions are reported to increase metabolic rate by a substantial 30-40%.

Aegeline

Essentially the main alkaloid isolated from aegele marmelos, a plant indigenous to India otherwise known as bael fruit, aegeline is a relatively new ingredient. It functions as a histamine inhibitor, which means it has a profound effect on appetite by preventing the stimulation of H2 receptors which promote gastric acid secretion. You’ll be having a reduced appetite while avoiding diseases like Peptic ulcer disease, dyspepsia and stress ulcer!

Norcoclaurine HCl / Higenamine / Norcoline™

More popularly known as higenamine, norcoclaurine is a naturally occurring chemical compound most potently found in plant sources that include Aconitum carmichaeli, Aconitum japonicum, Asarumheterotropoide, Gnetumparvifolium, Anonasquamosa and, among others, Nelumbonucifera.

In a related study that was conducted in 2009, Higenamine was found to be an efficient beta-2 adrenoreceptor agonist. This simply means that higenamine promotes bronchial dilation and vasodilation which makes a chemical agent that lowers blood pressure and improves heart functions.

Additionally, higenamine, having been proven to be a beta- 1 and beta-2 adregenic agonist, raises the heart rate via lipolysis. Lipolysis simply means the release triglyceride stored in the fat cells. This is what makes higenamine an efficient weight loss compound.

Hemerocallis Fulva, the Orange Daylily

Hemerocallis Fulva (Flower) Heat Concentrated Extract

Otherwise known as Orange Daylily, Tiger Daylily, and Ditch Lily, Hemerocallis Fulva is a perennial plant that natively grows in the temperate regions of Asia.

A study that was done by the Kao Corporation revealed that alcohol extracts from Hemerocallis Fulva flowers have the ability to stimulate the release of fat cell contents into the bloodstream. While many plant extracts are capable of stimulating the same effect, it appears that Hemerocallis Fulva has a unique biological mechanism behind this weight loss activity. Researchers have found that, as supposed to increasing its dosage, Hemerocallis Fulva is able to stimulate the release glycerol and fatty acids more efficiently whenever it is combined with adrenalin.

Yohimbe

Essentially a potent source of the stimulant-aphrodisiac alkaloid Yohimbine, Yohimbe is a popular dietary supplement that is most known for its fat burning abilities.
What Yohimbe does is to enhance the body’s natural adrenaline levels while inhibiting the normal regulatory process of fat cells. This in turn enhances the body’s natural fat burning activity. In a related study that was published in 1991, regular 20mg supplementation of Yohimbine has shown to stimulate a 3lb fat loss among 20 obese women with daily diet of 1000 calories.

Just as notably, Yohimbe relaxes the blood vessels and lowers the bloods pressure. This in effect makes it especially useful for improving sexual performance, even in the treatment of erectile dysfunction.

Caffeine

With 21,000 related studies, caffeine is probably the most popular and among the most versatile stimulant in the planet. Keeping the body’s stamina, muscle strength, and cognitive functions at optimal levels during workouts, Caffeine also replenishes muscle glycogen at a faster rate thus it makes an ideal dietary supplement for competitive training. Researchers have it that caffeine also relives post workout muscle pain and helps overcome chronic fatigue by as much 48%.

Additionally, caffeine doses the brain with dopamine, a neurotransmitter that allows for better mood, motivation and focus. Japanese researchers have also found caffeine to increase memory and prevent the onset of Alzheimer’s disease. Additionally, it has been found that in some cases, caffeine is better than sleep in terms of improving concentration when performing motor activities such as running.

Just as importantly, caffeine been proven to control body weight. Caffeine increases metabolism by increasing the rate at which the body breaks down fat. This is what frees up fatty acids, ultimately causing them to be burned.

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The Molecule Nitric Oxide – Can it Help Increase Muscle Mass Gains?

Nitric Oxide supplements or simply NO supplements have been the cause of many debates. Many people wonder whether NO is really needed to gain muscle mass. There has been a whole bunch of research about NO and it of them may lead us to the answer!

How Nitric Oxide Increases Muscle Mass

Several studies have shown that Nitric oxide has a profound effect on the cardiovascular system. It is a free radical produced by the body which can effectively dilate blood vessels for a very short period of time. That’s basically it. Just think, a molecule made up of 1 nitrogen and 1 oxygen and it performs only one major function in the body. But NO performs it very well as it is needed to prevent ischemic or low oxygen supply to various organs such as the liver. The presence of NO in the blood helps relax the blood vessels allowing blood to flow freely.

So how does Nitric oxide increase muscle mass? The answer lies in BLOOD SUPPLY.

It’s no rocket science. The effects of NO are simple enough to understand. Increasing blood supply to a body part results to more oxygen and nutrients therefore better function, growth and repair.

An increased blood supply is what makes you feel something bodybuilders called “muscle pump”. It’s that heavy but pleasant feel of well worked muscles. Many have used the term “muscle pump” to equate a good workout.

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Nitric Oxide, Blood supply and Muscle Mass Relationship

So you’ve got a powerful molecule coursing through your body dilating your blood vessels. Muscles will be bathed in nutrient rich blood which can contain oxygen, amino acids, lipids and carbs for energy and several other micronutrients like antioxidants.

Basically, increasing blood supply will help muscles get enough oxygen and fuel so you can work out properly. After an intense workout, your muscles will then need a lot of amino acids to rebuild damaged muscle cells. Amino acids will also be needed to grow new muscle cells or help you gain “muscle mass”. An increased blood supply also removes toxins generated during workout and wastes after repairing and creating new muscle cells.

If that’s the case, what’s keeping companies from flooding the market with Nitric Oxide supplements to help bodybuilders and athletes gain muscle mass? There are several problems or roadblocks and knowing them will help you understand why guzzling pure NO is a bad idea.

Nitric Oxide is Too Powerful

It is relatively easy to make NO or make supplements out of pure NO. You’ve got nitroglycerin and amyl nitrates, two chemicals or drugs guaranteed to dilate blood vessels in a short amount of time. Unfortunately, they’re not meant for bodybuilding. The doses are only good enough for 5 to 10 minutes. Overdosing is out of the question as it will cause a severe drop in blood pressure causing unconsciousness, coma and death. Try as one might, there’s no safe way to slowly release nitrogen oxide drugs into the body without causing severe side effects.

The solution to this is nitric oxide precursors. These are supplements that eventually turn into NO inside the body. Some of NO supplements include Arginine, AAKG, Citrulline and more. But wait there’s more to tell!

NO Supplements are not Enough to Increase Muscle Mass

Remember, NO is one small molecule and its major function is to dilate blood vessels. Alone, it won’t pump up your muscles or help you gain muscle mass. Your blood still has to carry important micronutrients and your muscles need to be pushed to grow.

Maximizing Nitric Oxide Supplements Benefits

Nitrix Oxide Supplements will Work best With Proper Diet, Workout and Supplementation

So you have supplements that help increase your blood supply. But you still need several other things in order to gain muscle mass. Where can you get them?

Nutrition Management

Without nutrients, all that blood vessel dilation and blood supply will be useless. Fill your body with nutritious food from the various food groups.  This will help provide you your main nutrients that will be used by your body to gain muscle mass.

Feeding your body the wrong food such as processed food and junk food can be just as bad as not eating at all. Eat smart, follow a good nutritional meal plan. You can check our Marc Lobliner’s Fat Loss Factor book and the amazing meals he’s outlined that all have great nutritional content.

Supplementation

Even with a great meal plan, we still won’t be able to meet our nutritional needs. That’s why we need supplementation to provide what is lacking in our diet. Your choices range over multivitamins, branched chain amino acids, antioxidants and more that can be delivered to your muscles with the help of Nitric Oxide.

Proper Workout

Here’s the next reason some bodybuilders don’t get muscle mass gains even with NO supplements. Either they’re not pushing their body enough or have gone over their limits. If you want to gain muscle mass then you need to work out properly. Don’t be a numbskull and just lift the heaviest weight you can lift. Plan your workouts, target your muscle groups and incorporate rest days. All that blood supply and nutrients will be useless if you don’t stimulate your muscles to grow. At the same time, the blood supply and nutrients will not be enough to repair the damage caused by improper work out regimens.

In Conclusion, Nitric Oxide helps you Gain Muscle Mass…

…when taken with proper nutrition, supplementation and workout!! Bodybuilding is all about adapting, getting out of your comfort zone. It’s also about learning your limits. Nitric Oxide supplements work, but you still need to do a lot of things in order to gain that muscle mass.

References:

• Anderson JE., “A role for nitric oxide in muscle repair: nitric oxide-mediated activation of muscle satellite cells.”
•  VICTORIA M. BOLOTINA, SOHEIL NAJIBI, JAMES J. PALACINO, PATRICK J. PAGANO & RICHARD A. COHEN, “Nitric oxide directly activates calcium-dependent potassium channels in vascular smooth muscle”
• Stamler JS, Meissner G., “Physiology of nitric oxide in skeletal muscle”
• Tschakovsky ME, Joyner MJ., “Nitric oxide and muscle blood flow in exercise.”

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Versa-1, a product marketed as a natural anabolic by USPLabs, has been making news this week as there has been much hype over the official release of the supplement. Beta testers, or ALPHA testers as USPLabs declare them, have been ranting and raving about the effectiveness of Versa-1 for the last few months. This product is also marketed as being very versatile (hence the name), as it can be stacked with pre-workout supplements.

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The Versa-1 Ingredients

There’s only two ingredients, which is an incredible thing. But no doubt, there is a LOT of questioning going on with this product’s ingredients.

Below, we have some preliminary research. However, if you want to read EVERYTHING we can find out about Versa-1 so far on PricePlow.com’s USPLabs Versa-1 Ingredients page.

Aegeline

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Versa-1 contains 2 ingredients. First, we’re going to look at is N-[2-hydroxy-2(4-methoxyphenyl)ethyl]-3-phenyl-2-propenamide. It also goes by the simple name of Aegeline, and can sourced from Bael trees. [4]

USPLabs states, “At a specified lower amount, the compound possesses a thermogenic effect, while at a much higher amount, such as that found in VERSA-1, the compound possesses an anabolic effect.” [1]

N-[2-hydroxy-2(4-methoxyphenyl)ethyl]-3-phenyl-2-propenamide, or Aegeline, is touted by USPLabs to have a strong anabolic affect on users. This is by its purported ability to act as a beta(3)-AR agonist. [2] To make it simple, adrenoceptor beta 3 is “located mainly in the adipose tissue and is involved in the regulation of lipolysis and thermogenesis.” Therefore, an agonist of this receptor would pose anabolic effects. Studies have been conducted that have shown there is possibly a correlation between Aegeline and it being a beta(3)-AR agonist:

“From the leaves of A. marmelos an alkaloidal-amide, Aegeline 2, was isolated and found to have antihyperglycemic activity as evidenced by lowering the blood glucose levels by 12.9% and 16.9% at 5 and 24h, respectively, in sucrose challenged streptozotocin induced diabetic rats (STZ-S) model at the dose of 100mg/kg body weight. Aegeline 2 has also significantly decreased the plasma triglyceride (Tg) levels by 55% (P<0.001), total cholesterol (TC) by 24% (P<0.05), and free fatty acids (FFA) by 24%, accompanied with increase in HDL-C by 28% and HDL-C/TC ratio by 66% in dyslipidemic hamster model at the dose of 50mg/kg body weight. The reasonable mapping of compound 2 to validated pharmacophoric hypothesis and 3D QSAR model with an estimated activity (283nM) suggest that the compound 2 might be a beta(3)-AR agonist.” [2]

Overall, the product is reported to potentially aid in (note: these are anecdotal findings from “alpha” testers of Versa-1) [1]:

• Mood elevation
• Strength increase
• Recovery
• Muscle fullness/vascularity
• Libido

Citicoline

Cytidine 5’-diphosphocholine, or Citicoline may be helpful in essentially increasing your brainpower through an increase its ability to support healthy acetylcholine synthesis. [3]

“Studies in animals and humans provide evidence of citicoline’s ability to promote learning and memory and improve cognitive impairment in Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease, as well as in victims of mild to moderate stroke and cerebral ischemia. Citicoline administration may also reduce the duration of coma and the severity of mental and motor deficits associated with traumatic head injuries. Other areas in which benefits of citicoline are supported by the literature include: eye health, mental health, satiety, and substance abuse. Pharmacokinetic studies suggest that citicoline is well absorbed and highly bioavailable with oral dosing.” [3]

We can see that taking Versa-1 preworkout, it could potentially increase Craze’s already potent focus-inducing properties. Citcicoline is a commonly used as a nootropic for the above listed reasons. Users are constantly searching for ways to seek not only a edge in the weight room, but also a mental edge.

Author’s Note: The FDA has not reviewed this information. This information is intended to supplement your knowledge, not to replace advice from your health care provider. Interactions between your current medications and the above topic are not noted. Always consult a physician prior to using any dietary supplement.

References:

1. Versa-1 on PricePlow – Versa-1 release.
2. Antihyperglycemic and antidyslipidemic agent from Aegle marmelos. Narender T, Shweta S, Tiwari P, Papi Reddy K, Khaliq T, Prathipati P, Puri A, Srivastava AK, Chander R, Agarwal SC, Raj K.
3. Citicoline: A Novel Therapeutic Agent with Neuroprotective, Neuromodulatory, and Neuroregenerative Properties. Irfan Qureshi, ND, and John R. Endres, ND
4. Bael Fruit. Natural Standard.com

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All the more reason to treat your sweet tooth. As it turns out, enjoying your daily dose of chocolate can ease the nerves and calm the heart, quite literally. A new Harvard study only bears good news to all chocolate junkies around the world as it confirms that treating yourself to a small square of chocolate everyday significantly improves blood flow and lowers pressure.

The study which analyzed 24 chocolate-centered studies that involved 1,106 volunteers was formally made public at the American Heart Association’s science session on cardiovascular disease. Essentially, the study reports that dark chocolate which has at least 50%-70% cocoa has the ability to consistently lower blood pressure, especially of people who are afflicted with hypertension.

The flavanols that are found in unsweetened chocolate are reported to stimulate the release of a chemical compound known as nitric oxide that efficiently dilates and thereby relaxes blood vessels. This, in effect, results to a significantly improved blood flow.

Nitric Oxide

Nitric oxide or nitrogen oxide is among the more crucial biochemicals in maintaining a healthy body. Everyone REQUIRES nitric oxide to carry out many of the natural processes of the body. NO is basically a necessary free radical that is central to intercellular information transfer. Physiologically, it helps in keeping the blood vessels dilated, allowing for a more efficient blood flow, oxygen transfer, and nutrient distribution.

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Nitric oxide is crucial to improving blood-oxygen circulation. As such, it has gained tremendous popularity in terms of being an active ingredient in many pre-workout products in the market today.

Nitric Oxide is as natural as any biochemical in the body. The human body has the ability to naturally manufacture nitric oxide – however, unsupplemented nitric oxide levels are usually insufficient when the body undergoes more adaptive and competitive physical activity such as in bodybuilding and athletics. The body manufactures nitric oxide by breaking down the amino acid arginine. As such, supplementation of arginine has become among the more popular ways of boosting nitric oxide levels.

Effect on Athletic Performance

Enhanced nitric oxide levels, more often than not, paves the way to better athletic performance. The muscles are able to function better, handle physical stress longer, and endure higher physical stress in longer durations when supplied with sufficient levels of oxygen-rich blood.

Also, one of the main reasons nitric oxide supplementation is popular in the bodybuilding and athletic community is that it has the ability to stimulate the production and release of growth hormones, especially when the body is subjected to, and after, intense physical workouts.

Apart from its very pronounced anti-inflammatory abilities, among the many other things that make nitric oxide ideal in competitive physical training is its ability to efficiently increase the rate at which the body repairs damage tissues and alleviate post-workout muscle soreness.

Improving cholesterol

Because, eating chocolates would likely cause you to put on extra pounds, it is still recommended that you eat it in moderation. In relations to this, among the suggestions made by researchers is to substitute dark chocolate to any high calorie sweets that are part of your diet.

Additionally, the Harvard study also reports that dark chocolate appears to improve cholesterol levels as well. Harvard researchers have found evidence that suggests that flavanols found in dark chocolate actively decrease LDL, which is considered as bad cholesterol in the body, while improving HDL, otherwise known as good cholesterol.

In addition to this, the co-author of the study Dr. Ding of Harvard Medical School also notes that contrary to popular belief, chocolate actually boosts the body’s insulin sensitivity which makes it especially good in preventing diabetes.

Although not the first of its kind, the study now joins the growing number of chocolate-related studies that explore the many health benefits of flavanol antioxidants that are most commonly found in cocoa, the main ingredient of chocolate.

Eat in Moderation!

A word of caution before you start thinking that you can grow healthier by stuffing your face with dark chocolate all day long. So far, chocolate-related studies such as the Harvard research only accounts for the short term health effects of cocoa flavanols. As even dark chocolate is typically high in fat, sugar, and calories, scientists are still unsure of its long term effect.

Because eating chocolates is likely to cause you to put on extra weight, it is still recommended that you eat it in moderation. In relation to this researchers suggest that it is best to substitute high calorie sweets in your diet with dark chocolate so that instead of adding fat, you’re replacing it with a better form.

Also, note that like all other things, munching on dark chocolate is only truly healthy when you have an apple on one hand and a pair on running shoes on strapped on your feet – which is to say that dark chocolate only works for your body with the proper diet and healthy amount of exercise.

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Neogenix BodyForge is a nitric oxide stimulating, athletic performance enhancing ergogenic aid that is designed to help individuals prolong and improve their workouts. This is accomplished through a plethora of well-studied ingredients. We’re going to examine the main components of BodyForge and see if this highly touted, stimulant-free pre-workout lives up to its hype.

Citrulline Malate

The inclusion of Citrulline Malate is for two reasons. First, it keeps up your endurance during workouts. This ingredient has been studied multiple times and shows results that are applicable to the real world (i.e., not mice or test tube experiments). A couple of studies have shown how Citrulline Malate also aids strength and recovery post-workout. The study used 8 grams of Citrulline Malate and showed significant increases in strength and recovery.

“Eight grams of CM [cittrulline malate] was used in 1 of the 2 training sessions, and a placebo was used in the other. The subjects’ resistance was tested using the repetitions to fatigue test, at 80% of their predetermined 1 repetition maximum (RM), in the 8 sets of flat barbell bench presses during the pectoral training session … A significant decrease of 40% in muscle soreness at 24 hours and 48 hours after the pectoral training session and a higher percentage response than 90% was achieved with CM supplementation … We conclude that the use of CM might be useful to increase athletic performance in high-intensity anaerobic exercises with short rest times and to relieve postexercise muscle soreness. Thus, athletes undergoing intensive preparation involving a high level of training or in competitive events might profit from CM.” [2]

Another study showed Citrulline Malate’s ability to increase endurance, this time by measuring ATP production. 18 healthy men who complained of fatigue were given 6 grams of Citrulline Malate a day. The results were fantastic:

“CM ingestion resulted in a significant reduction in the sensation of fatigue, a 34% increase in the rate of oxidative ATP production during exercise, and a 20% increase in the rate of phosphocreatine recovery after exercise, indicating a larger contribution of oxidative ATP synthesis to energy production. “ [3]

With a reduction in fatigue and increase in ATP production, Citrulline Malate is a scientifically proven ergogenic aid that is a staple in many people’s supplement stacks. We already know how much a role L-Citrulline plays in nitric oxide production, and it appears the inclusion of malate (l-citrulline bonded to malate) supports in the increase of athletic performance.

Neogenix Bodyforge has an amazing list of ingredients.

Leucine

Leucine benefits athletic endeavors through its ability to increase protein synthesis and release insulin – both of which are muscle sparing. During bouts of exercise, protein synthesis is decreased while BCAA (branched chained amino acids – which Leucine is one of) oxidation is increased, thus creating an unfriendly anabolic environment.

“During exercise, muscle protein synthesis decreases together with a net increase in protein degradation and stimulation of BCAA oxidation. The decrease in protein synthesis is associated with inhibition of translation initiation factors 4E and 4G and ribosomal protein S6 under regulatory controls of intracellular insulin signaling and leucine concentrations. BCAA oxidation increases through activation of the branched-chain alpha-keto acid dehydrogenase (BCKDH).” [4]

The addition of Leucine helps make BodyForge a product that supports anabolism, which clearly benefits athletic functioning.

Creatinol-O-Phosphate

Creatinol-O-Phosphate is making its way into many supplements for its intracellular buffering ability. This in turn can mean more strength and the ability to push yourself further during exercise. Not many current studies have been conducted on COP, but current anecdotal reviews warrant further investigation. Patrick Arnold, an organic chemist who is known for his research and product development in the supplement and athletic enhancement field speaks very highly about COP and its future:

“The mechanisms behind the actions of COP on muscle have been discussed in the literature but no clear indication of exactly how it works has been found. COP definitely increases levels of ATP in the muscle, and this may be due in part because of its actions as a intracellular buffer, a phosphate donor, or a stabilizer of cell membranes. Whatever the mechanisms are, the end result is that contractility (force of contraction) of muscles is increased – especially in hypoxic / ischemic (low oxygen, low blood flow) conditions.” [5]

N-Acetyl-Cysteine

N-Acetyl-Cysteine, or simply NAC is a potent antioxidant that has been included in BodyForge. As a free radical scavenger, NAC may help in reducing fatigue. This supplement is extremely well studied and is included in many PCT (post cycle therapy) products for its ability to get the body back to optimum health and recovery after steroid cycles.

“N-acetyl-cysteine is an effective scavenger of free radicals as well as a major contributor to maintenance of the cellular glutathione status in muscle cells. Studies have demonstrated some possible roles for NAC to minimize fatigue or extend the time it takes for it to accumulate as well as prevent the onset of apoptosis secondary to exhaustive exercise.” [6]

Creatine

Creatine’s ability to impact athletic performance has already been well studied and cited countless times. BodyForge utilizes Creatine AKG and TriCreatine Citrate. Both of these forms of creatine can significantly aid in your quest for athletic dominance. A nice, easy to follow creatine study that reviewed over 300 creatine-based studies showed the following:

“Of the approximately 300 studies that have evaluated the potential ergogenic value of creatine supplementation, about 70% of these studies report statistically significant results while remaining studies generally report non-significant gains in performance. No study reports a statistically significant ergolytic effect. For example, short-term creatine supplementation has been reported to improve maximal power/strength (5-15%), work performed during sets of maximal effort muscle contractions (5-15%), single-effort sprint performance (1-5%), and work performed during repetitive sprint performance (5-15%). Moreover, creatine supplementation during training has been reported to promote significantly greater gains in strength, fat free mass, and performance primarily of high intensity exercise tasks.” [7]

Creatine is by far one of the most studied supplements. It shows effectiveness and has withstood the test of time.

References:

1. Citrulline malate enhances athletic anaerobic performance and relieves muscle soreness. Pérez-Guisado J, Jakeman PM.
2. Citrulline/malate promotes aerobic energy production in human exercising muscle. Bendahan D, Mattei JP, Ghattas B, Confort-Gouny S, Le Guern ME, Cozzone PJ.
3. Leucine regulates translation initiation of protein synthesis in skeletal muscle after exercise. Norton LE, Layman DK.
4. The Weak Muscle Panacea? Patrick Arnold.
5. The Antioxidant Role of Glutathione and N-Acetyl-Cysteine Supplements and Exercise-Induced Oxidative Stress. Chad Kerksick and Darryn Willoughby.
6. Effects of creatine supplementation on performance and training adaptations. Kreider RB.

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Among the many potent ingredients of this pre-workout masterpiece, GAT NitraFlex is formulated with an ingenious thermogenic blend of caffeine, rauwolscine, and DMAA that improves the central nervous system, stimulates metabolism, and allows for faster gains and enhanced energy output via neuromuscular enhancement.

Needless to say caffeine, arguably the most popular dietary supplement in the market with 21, 000 related studies, is among the safest and most versatile stimulant available. Just as importantly, caffeine helps the body replenish muscle glycogen stores at a faster rate, in effect helping improve the rate of muscle recovery. As such, researchers have found caffeine to relive post-workout muscle pain by as much as 48%. Also, caffeine is known to improve focus and alertness by dosing the brain with dopamine. Caffeine has been reported in some cases as more effective than sleep for improving alertness in performing motor activities such as running.

Rauwolscine, which acts as an Alpha(2)Adrenergic antagonist, essentially keeps the weight in check not so much by fat burning but by counteracting the natural impulse of the body to store fat.

DMAA, as controversial as it is, is definitely a classic pump ingredient that is known in no small part for its efficiency in boosting the body’s energy production and output, and as well as in aiding fat loss via thermogenesis. Otherwise known as 1,3 dimethylamylamine, DMAA is a naturally occurring substance that is found in the oil of the geranium plant. It is known for stimulating the central nervous system. When taken in prescribed dosages, DMAA is also known to promote muscle hypertrophy during workouts and increase the rate of fat burning by as much as 169% while enhancing metabolic rate to as much as 35%.

GAT NitraFlex is also prepared with an insane blend of beta-alanine, DMAE, N acetyl l-tyrosine and theanine that helps boost endurance to the roof.

Beta-alanine, a non-essential amino acid, promotes the production of carnosine which essentially inhibits the production of lactic acid. Inhibiting lactic acid, the biochemical responsible of the physiological sensation of tiredness and soreness, allows for a more intense workout by actively delaying the onset of neuromuscular fatigue. DMAE, a metabolic compound that naturally occurs in the brain, stimulates the production of choline which is the chemical precursor of acethylcholine. Acethylcholine is a neurotransmitter crucial to maintaining attention, motivation, and focus. Additionally, DMAE has been found to have significant aesthetic benefits as it has potent antioxidant properties that generally improve skin tone, skin elasticity, and skin hydration.

N acetyl l-tyrosine is essentially a clinically altered form of the non-essential amino acid tyrosine. N acetyl l-tyrosine helps enhance tyrosine’s bioavailability and absorption into the bloodstream. Tyrosine is crucial to the production of stress regulating hormones epinephrine and norepinephrine which optimizes cognitive functions specifically when the body is subjected to stress.

Also a non essential amino acid, theanine is a biochemical substance that is found naturally in black oolong tea. A number of related studies have linked theanine to promoting better quality sleep, enhanced immune system activity, and better blood pressure levels. In a 1999 paper that was published by Food Science and Technology, theamine was found to promote better brain functions by increasing alpha wave activity. Alpha waves are essentially the calm and collected brain state that is often linked to alertness and focus.

GAT NitraFlex does not come up short with pump boosters as it is dosed with potent amounts of l-arginine, AAKG, and l-ornithine which are all very versatile nitric oxide enhancers. Together, these substances synergistically work to facilitate vasodilatation which allows for optimal blood-oxygen distribution across the body. Additionally, these nitric oxide boosters allow for better nutrient transfer which in effect delays the onset of fatigue in the active muscles during workouts. Simply put, enhanced nitric oxide levels allow for improved athletic performance. The muscles are able to function better, handle physical stress considerably longer, and altogether, endure higher physical stress for longer duration. Additionally, nitric oxide supplementation stimulates the release of growth hormones, especially when the body is subjected to a pronounced point of physical exertion – exactly the state you’re in when working out.

Finally, GAT NitraFlex takes pre-workout supplementation a step further by enhancing the body’s natural testosterone levels. NitraFlex is dosed with trans resveratrol and pterostilbene which are not only crucial in enhancing free testosterone to incredible levels but also in limiting estrogenic activity to the very minimum.

After the entire DMAA fiasco, USP Labs has reinvented their all-time favorite pre-workout supplement, Jack3d. Specifically designed to act as a complementary supplement to the original, Jack3d Micro is 100% DMAA free. Apart from NOT being dosed with the DMAA, a substance under scrutiny for its safety, the new pre workout supplement is formulated with a new set of ingredients. The resulting product offers an entirely new experience — let’s get into that right now!

Review: the Jack3D Micro Experience

First off, let me start with the taste – it is incredible.  A fruit punch that is different than anything you’ve drank – preworkout or otherwise.  Not too sweet, not too tart.  With some supplements, you begin to get sick of it by the end of the tub.  Not here.  With this fruit punch, you start wanting it again after it’s long gone!  So the taste makes the long haul.

But the most important thing for me were the pumps and clean energy.  Pump-wise, I can’t do any endurance cardio while using it – things just get TOO cumbersome, if that’s the right word.  But in the gym?  It’s incredible.  Just when you start thinking you might get winded, the third ingredient (arginine nitrate) kicks in, and your workout goes up yet another level.  The formulation is amazing.

Energy-wise, it’s not going to get you “wired” as much as the original Jack3d.  Some people miss that, but others love it.  The pumps more than make up for it.  What you will get is a clean, fat-burning style of energy that’s given by the higenamine, and a slightly smaller dosage of caffeine.

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If you have a high stimulant tolerance and are expecting something like the original Jack3d, you’re going to need a bit more of this.  If your stim tolerance is lower, you’ll totally enjoy the clean balance of energy and pumps.  I compare it to Cellucor C4 Extreme, except the pump profile is far more impressive, and the higenamine is better if you’re looking for fat burning in the process.

The Ingredients

Compared to the classic Jack3d, which is heavily driven by DMMA, a new list of much cleaner pump boosters are in play here. But, as DMMA has proven to be rather effective in getting those pumps to an optimal level, in order to match the original Jack3d’s pump boosting efficiency, USP Labs designed the Tri-Pump System.

Basically, the Tri Pump System is what allows longer lasting and sustained pumps during and even after workouts. It contains 3 main pump boosters —

• L-citrulline – the primary pump ingredient, enhancing the body’s nitric oxide levels which in effect affords better nutrient distribution, improved energy levels, and faster rate of recovery
• Arginine nitrate – the secondary pump ingredient, further enhancing the nitric oxide levels of the body and magnifies the already incredible pumps synergistically delivered by the other pump ingredients.
• Agmatine sulfate – a support pump ingredient, naturally a decarboxylation product of the amino acid arginine which is best known for boosting the body’s nitric oxide production. Agmatine sulfate afford an enhanced nutrient transport, better nutrient partitioning and a healthier blood flow.

Apart from the Tri Pump System with nitric oxide enhancers that make up the pump boosting component, Jack3d Micro also contains Micro Technology. This means a very specific set of ingredients is used to achieve optimal effects in targeted areas, all while using only the minimal dosage possible. In essence, Micro Technology is the use of minimal dosing to optimize athletic performance, cognitive functions, and motivation.

Apart from the already mentioned pump boosters, the other active ingredients of Jack3d Micro that are specifically designed to make full use of the Micro Technology are the following –

• Caffeic acid (3,4-Dihydroxycinnamic Acid) – makes for the antioxidant ingredient of Jack3D Micro. Caffeic acid has been found to possess anti cancer qualities, as well as anti-fatigue and anti-inflammatory properties that is crucial in post-workout recovery. Together with Arginine nitrate, it is among the main reasons why Jack3d Micro users continue to crush their workouts.
• Norcoclaurine HCl / Higenamine – what makes for the weight loss component. A thermogenic stimulant that naturally occurrs in the Nandina plant, Higenamine allows your body to burns fat at a faster rate.
• Caffeine – the only ingredient that is being shared by both the original and reinvented Jack3d. As a stimulant, caffeine improves the body’s energy levels, and enhances cognitive functions, allowing for better focus, drive, and motivation. It has also been found improve the rate at which the body replenishes muscle glycogen stores which makes it highly efficient in improving post workout recovery.
• Vitamin C – promotes overall health. Among the more versatile nutrients, benefits of vitamin C include, among others, a more improved immune system, enhanced cardiovascular system, and better skin and eyesight. Also, Vitamin C is also an anti-oxidant that protects the body against free radical damage. Recent studies show that Vitamin C is also crucial in protecting the body against cancer and strokes.

Jack3d vs Jack3d Micro

As much as the original Jack3d is a legendary pre-workout masterpiece, Jack3d Micro doses the body with a much cleaner and longer lasting energy.

Put simply, because the classic formulation is loaded with the superior but questionable pump ingredient DMAA, and because it has a more potent caffeine content, Jack3d is the more ideal supplement for endurance and cardio workouts.

On the other hand, because of the Tri-Pump System and the Micro Technology that it has adapted to its design, Jack3d Micro magnifies pumps and is therefore more ideal for workouts that tend to use quick release of energy such as heavy weightlifting and sprinting.

Also, Jack3d Micro betters the original Jack3d when it comes to leaving the body tingle-free because of the absence of Beta-Alanine. Although, Jack3d Micro might cost you a little more than most pre-workout supplements that are available in the market, this one is a sure bang out your buck.

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C4 uses new “NO3″ technology to give ridiculous pumps, immediate strength gains, and unbelievably smooth and clean energy during your workouts so you can maximize your muscle growth! …Not to mention that it tastes better than candy!

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You’ve probably heard the word on the street – the Miami Beach Killer PUMP workout is the most intense workout that you can get right now! It was created by Herve Doliska, a 23 year old high school football coach with credentials from AFAA/ACE as a certified personal trainer. He has a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology and 3 minors for several other fields such as Personal training, communications and even exercise psychology.

Rest assured, the Miami Beach Killer PUMP workout isn’t just about shuffling about with weights. Herve has created a new workout that will include your whole mind and body. The workout will make you sweat buckets and feel good about it too!

The Miami Beach Killer PUMP Workout

This workout isn’t your regular workout. Herve made sure to include dynamic exercises, activity that can be done in different settings. The one big problem for most workouts is stagnation – the state wherein doing the same thing won’t produce a reaction anymore to your body or even excite your senses because you’ve been repeating it forever! The Miami Beach Killer PUMP workout is composed of several exercises using various tools, settings and more. You can also find this in Herve’s website www.getfitwithherve.com as well as various training programs that he created.

Before Doing any Workout Programs

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Before you begin any workout, it is highly suggested that you talk to your doctor first and check if there are any contraindications or special considerations to take into account. However, you can also talk to Herve Doliska and he’ll help you get the physical tests you need before you do the Miami Beach Killer PUMP workout.

Make sure that you know your prescription medications, healthy history of past illnesses and familial diseases to serve as baseline data for Herve Doliska or any doctor.

How to Do Miami Beach Killer PUMP Workout

This workout combines natural movement and physiology to achieve a killer “muscle pump” or that feeling of fullness and satisfaction after a good workout. The whole workout would take about 1 to 2 hours because it’s imperative that you rest 45 to 50 seconds in between exercises.

The Preparation

Believe it or not, you’ll want to load up on a pre workout supplement before tackling the Miami Beach Killer PUMP workout. The exercises will be intense and require a lot of energy, preferably from the fat stores that you have. Here are the suggested PWOs

• DS CRAZE – One of the best PWO  supplements that contains natural ingredients for stimulation, energy release and more.
• HEMAVOL – A plasma volumizer that can increase vascularity as well as muscular pumps.
• Dexaprine – One of the most intense fat burners in the market. If you’re looking for a great fat burn this would be your best choice.
• Jack3d – For a high energy workout, this supplement tops with insane energy and stimulation.

These are just suggestions. You can do the workout without any PWO but it will be tough. If you don’t like any of the listed PWO or you want workout supplements like a BCAA or Protein drink, you can check www.PricePlow.com. It’s a great site that contains categories and price comparisons so you’ll know where you can order and get a good deal.

The Warm Up

Dynamic exercises like Burpees help Prepare your Body during the Warm Up Phase

Let’s start with the warm up. It’s composed of several exercises to help you hit your target heart rate before you enter the full workout phase.

• 20 reps of Burpees
• 50 sets of Jumping jacks
• 1 Minute of Mountain Climbers

If at any time you feel already winded or fatigue during warm up, you might be putting too much effort or may have an underlying problem. Don’t do the workout alone, it might be best to have guidance under a certified personal trainer like Herve.

Workout Phase

One of the Classic Exercises in the Miami Beach Killer Workout – Arnold’s Dumblbell Shoulder Press

The following are the exercises of the Miami Beach Killer PUMP workout

• 4×8 Military dumbbell shoulder press
• 4×8 Bench Press
• 25 Push-ups
• 3×12 Shrugs
• 3×12 Front Raises
• 25 Push-ups
• 3×12 Chest fly
• 4×10 Arm Curls
• 50 Sit ups
• 4×10 Tricep extensions/dips
• 25 Push-ups

It might not look much but again, Herve is combining several exercises that makes you move across the gym with weights as well as standard cardiovascular and muscle toning workouts. The combined exercises will make you feel like doing a whole new workout as you achieve muscle pumps through an intense workout.

For complete instructions in performing the exercises, it’s highly suggested that you train with a CPT that knows the exercises. If your trainer “googles” the named exercises before teaching them to you, he’s probably not worth hiring! You can approach Herve Doliska himself as a trainer for the Miami Beach Killer PUMP workout. After all, he did design the program!

Post Workout Cool Down

Herve Doliska also has Other Training Programs

During this phase, help lower your heart rate again to normal levels by doing the “warm up” exercises.

• 20 reps of Burpees
• 50 sets of Jumping jacks
• 1 Minute of Mountain Climbers

If you feel like the workout routine is too much, Herve also has several other methods and routines of various intensities at: Get Fit with Herve – Your Miami Beach Personal Trainer. You can work yourself up until your body is ready for the Miami Beach Killer PUMP workout!

 References:

• Herve Doliska – Personal Trainer in Miami Beach, FL
• Getting Ripped with Herve Doliska in Miami Beach and Online!

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A refreshing new concentrated pre workout supplement, D-Stunner from Betancourt Nutrition features a new innovative blend of ingredients that will blast you away without the crash normally associated with stim PWOs!

What is D-Stunner?

Featuring a new mix of powerful ingredients that can help you increase muscle mass and lose fat just by doing what a PWO should do, this PWO supplement will give you amazing workouts every day!

• No Crash or Jitters
• Enhance Central Nervous System activity
• Improve Bronchostimulation for enhanced performance
• Improve strength and power beyond anything you’ve previously experienced with a pre workout.

These are the major benefits of D-Stunner. No nonsense, only results.

Ingredients

Betan Court Nutrition has included a surprising list of ingredients for in its new supplement. You can find the well-tested, reliable standard ingredients as well as new ingredients that enhance each other’s benefits. Each serving size or scoop is packed with power!

Vitamin B12

Vitamin B12 is awesome vitamin with a lot of benefits. Also known as Cobalamin, this vitamin is water soluble and has a profound effect on the formation of healthy blood or red blood cells (RBCs).

Healthy red blood cells are needed if you want oxygen to circulate in your body, especially to your muscles. This vitamin also protects the central nervous system.

Performance Blend

Increase Performance, Enhance Muscular Growth and More!

This blend is a beauty! It’s divided into a couple of matrices with unique ingredients making their debut. Increase performance, feel good and grow strong muscles at the same time!

Performance

Under the Performance matrix, you’ve got notable ingredients such as:

Beta-Alanine (CarnoSyn ®) –  an important substance in the body that helps form Carnosine. You’ve got a lot of benefits under Carnosine and Beta-Alanine helps increase this naturally. Carnosine is related to Carnitine but it has unique benefits such as preventing glycation, and together with antioxidants, they helps recover muscle cells.

GlycoCarn® – Or Glycine Propionyl-L-Carnitine HCl. A highly bioavailable form of L-Carnitine. Several studies have shown that it can increase quality of rest and recovery leading to improved high intensity training performance and reduced lactic acid formation.

Quercetin – Sophora Japonica, useful in relaxing blood vessels as well as helping to treat several cardiovascular disorders. Several studies have shown that it can increase endurance and athletic performance.

D-Stunner also has a set of ingredients for a massive increase in muscular tissue. Creatine Monohydrate is a tried and tested ingredient as a muscle enhancer with its capability to quickly replenish ATP, enhance muscular function and increase muscular growth. Creatine Monohydrate is backed with a lot of studies on its efficacy.

CNS (Central Nervous System)

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D-Stunner also contains a potent mix for the Central Nervous System. You’ve got 3,7-dimethylpurine-2,6-dione also known as Theobromine 99%, and L-Taurine. The benefits of mentioned ingredients above are further enhanced with REV-PEA™. It’s an amazing mix of R-B-phenyelthylamine HCl, N-methyl-B-phenylethylamine HCl, and B-Methyl-phenylethylamine HCl.