Sport & Weight Training Supplements
Background Information:
Body Building Supplements (by AmeriFit)
Vitamins & Supplents Index Page
Vitamins & Supplements Feature
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Amino Acids Amino Acids are the building blocks of proteins. It is the major functional and structural component of all the cells of the body. All enzymes, membrane carriers, blood transport molecules, intracellular matrix, hair, fingernails, et cetera are proteins. The constituents of protein-amino acids act as precursors of many coenzymes, hormones, nucleic acids and other molecules for life. Thus an adequate supply of dietary amino acids is essential to maintain cellular integrity and function, and for health and reproduction. Amino Acids must be replaced through the diet daily. The body does not store protein as it does with carbohydrates and fats. By providing amino acids to the body you are replenishing the amino acid pool from which your body can create the proteins and support the massive musculature system of the body. Athletes have an increased demand for amino acids due to a breakdown of proteins during intense exercise. Amino acids can aid in increasing recovery time and the development of lean muscle tissue. Creatine Monohydrate Nothing happens without energy. An athlete’s ability to rapidly produce, efficiently use, and productively control energy can make the difference between victory and defeat, the degree of soreness following the activity, and the time it takes to recover and restore vitality. Athletes involved in anaerobic activity (ie: weight training) rely on short bursts of energy. The tremendous amounts of energy required to fuel muscular contractions is provided by a molecule called adenosine triphosphate (ATP). ATP is produced when the cell burns glucose in the presence of oxygen. As activity and exercise become prolonged, ATP levels rapidly decline, leaving muscles without the necessary fuel for continued contractions and allowing the onset of fatigue. One of the keys to prolonged intensity and endurance is maximizing ATP availability. Creatine Monohyrdrate is a substrate used to increase the rate at which ATP is available to be transported into the mitochondria of the cell. This in turn creates greater endurance, strength and with the cell volumizing effect, greater muscle cell size. Creatine Monohydrate supplementation must follow a loading phase to saturate the muscle cells, and thereafter consumption may be reduced for performance enhancement maintenance. Whey Protein Whey Protein provides a very high quality source of protein supplementation. It is the body’s uptake or absorption of amino acids that is important to protein supplementation. Whey Protein scores the highest in biological value, this means the protein you ingest is being absorbed by the body. Rich in chain amino acids and L-Glutamate, key amino acids in muscle tissue, whey protein is important in maintaining muscle structure and function in high exertion exercise helping the prevention of muscle protein breakdown. |
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Amino Balance (free form & peptide bonded amino acid supplement) 
Creatine Monohydrate Powder (3000 mg) 
Whey Protein Drink Mix (ultra filtered, ion-exchanged, low fat) 
Dosage: Mix one scoop with ½ cup water, milk or your favorite beverage. Bulk Up Drink Mix 
Dosage: Mix 4 scoops with water or your favorite beverage. Take with or between meals in addition to your regular diet. |
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Swiss Herbal |
Super Amino Acids
(free form & peptide, hydrolyzed whey concentrate) (1750 mg) Dosage: One serving of 6 caplets daily between meals in conjunction with an exercise program for higher protein needs. Pure Creatine Monohydrate Powder 
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Joe Weider’s Life Essence |
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Amino Acid Mixture 
Dosage: Take 8 capsules daily immediately before or during meals. |
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Energy Bars |
Power Bars
(provides an balanced blend of carbohydrates, protein, fiber, essential vitamins, minerals and energy. Low fat. Ideal before, during or after a workout or anytime you want a wholesome, nutritious source of energy) Available in Oatmeal-Raisin,Chocolate & Peanut Butter. to the top |
