supplements/ shakes etc...

gymmouse83
gymmouse83 Posts: 17
edited December 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
Quick question...? Does anyone take any supplements/ shakes etc for workouts and do they work? I don't cause I don't have a clue but I'm always looking to learn something new. My goals are probably like most people...shift the fat, build muscle, get toned and lean...but was curious if anyone had first hand experience of and useful supplements/ aids that DON'T make you feel like your buzzing to the moon and back and that may actually work!!!

Thanks in advance for any advice =)

Kirsty

P.S. I am not looking for a cheat, just looking to gain some knowledge from everyone else. =)

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  • jfan175
    jfan175 Posts: 812 Member
    The only supplements that will help you acheive your goals are those that plug holes in your nutrition regimen. Vitamins/minerals, Omega 3, and protein are all that come to mind. EC will help burn fat, but you will feel the stimulant effects.
  • acragle
    acragle Posts: 26 Member
    My routine is a 3 day - push/pull/leg spilt. I take a multivitamin, fish oil and an average of one protein shake a day to bring me up 1g per pound of body weight. In addition, I drink 1 gallon of water and spread my meals to average 5-6/day or every three hours. My macro split is low carb (@20%) with a refeed every fourth day. The only supp that I use is a pre workout called Jack3d about one hour before lifting and have adjusted the dose to be moderate. I'm not sure what you mean by 'something that actually works', but the Jack3d does the job of increasing energy and body temp at a very reasonable cost. I can take it as late as 6pm and still get to sleep by 10 or 11pm but the 'buzz' is actually gone within 30 minutes or so after my workout.
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