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Beta Alanine For Strength, Muscle & Fat Loss

Monday, July 5th, 2010


http://professionalwhey.com How Does Beta Alanine Work?

Most of the evidence of the effectiveness of Beta-Alanine is quite recent, and the mechanism by which it helps athletes is supposed to work by converting Beta Alanine into the amino acid carnosine in the muscles. Muscles with higher carnosine levels can contract harder for longer and produce greater force, leading to better muscular endurance and performance.[2]

Carnosine works as buffering agent, reducing the amount of chemical by-products during intense exercise, such as lactic acid in your muscles.[3] Not to be confused with bicarbonate of soda which buffers lactic acid in the bloodstream, Beta Alanine serves as an intramuscular buffer, allowing you to do more.[4] Studies have shown Beta Alanine supplementation can increase intramuscular carnosine levels by up to 64%.[5],[6]

What does that mean? You exercise with less fatigue.
How? It buffers the acidity in the muscle.

Very Different to Creatine
So if its the next creatine, does that mean thats the end for creatine? No! Beta Alanine and creatine work very differently. Creatine provides a source of energy to muscle. Beta Alanine is a precursor of another compound – carnosine found in muscle – that buffers acidity and prolongs training.[7] However they can work synergistically and evidence points us to believe that creatine works better for the 1-6 rep range whilst Beta Alanine works better in the 7-12 rep range.

The Evidence

Most of the research available agrees that muscle carnosine synthesis is limited by the availability of Beta-Alanine.[8],[9] Therefore fatigue kicks in when carnosine levels are low.

Researchers in 2008 observed Beta Alanine supplementation in 8 male experienced weight trainees taking 4.8 gm per day for 30 days on resistance exercise performance.[10] Their resistance exercise protocol consisted of 6 sets of 12 repetitions of the squat exercise at 70% of their one-repetition maximum (1-RM) with 1.5 minutes of rest between each set. After 4 weeks, the Beta-Alanine group was able to perform 22% more total repetitions.[11]

There is also evidence that Beta Alanine effects slow twitch muscle fibres as well as fast twitch fibres and therefore helps endurance athletes. Two recent studies found that cyclists who supplemented with Beta-Alanine were able to get 13% more total work done after 4 weeks, and 16% more after 10 weeks compared to a group who didnt use Beta-Alanine.[12],[13]

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Melissa Joy McLean’s 30 Day Fitness Challenge Day 23: On the Move!

Friday, June 18th, 2010


Are you still moving to your ideal body?Got a cold?. Workouts, diet, fitness and supplement tips to help you get your healthy ‘n hot body.

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Ron

Tuesday, May 11th, 2010

Ron, from Nutrition Zone

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Arnold’s Way – Interview with Roger Haeske

Tuesday, May 11th, 2010

Arnold interviews raw food expert and coach Roger Haeske.

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Gaspari Nutrition SizeOn™

Saturday, May 8th, 2010

Category: Intra/post-workout, creatine

Effects:

• Maximizes Muscle Cell Volume*
• Increased Muscle Cell ATP Concentration From Exogenous Dosing*
• Speeds Recuperation Time From Both Aerobic and Anaerobic Training*
• Increases Oxygen & Nutrient Delivery to Muscle Cells*
• Optimizes Intravascular Fluid Levels and Flow for Unimaginable Pumps*
• Supports the Increased Muscle Cell Energy Needs of Hard Training Athletes*

About SizeOn

Take performance to the highest level with SizeOn™, the last word in ultra-enhancing sports supplements and the true innovation in intra-workout drinks. SizeOn helps to increase athletic performance through faster muscle cell recuperation from training, increased and more efficient ATP storage, and maximal elevation of mitochondrial energy creation through the power of creatine. This translates into tangible and highly visible increases in size, strength and endurance via maximal muscle cell recuperation and mitochondrial reengineering. So whats the bottom line? SizeOn is the final say in decreasing muscle recovery time while increasing muscle energy creation and storage.*

Use

There are a handful of popular ways to take SizeOn. And since its suggested that you take SizeOn every day, lets talk about training days first:

Though many athletes take SizeOn just after working out for its remarkable rejuvenating properties and ability to recharge muscle cells, most would agree that because SizeOn works so fast and so noticeably on strength, physical energy and muscle belly size, they prefer to start drinking upon beginning their workout, finishing it halfway thru or continuing to drink it throughout the entire workout. Others might choose to drink the entire serving down just before their 1st set.

On non-training days, SizeOn can be taken any time during the dayeven before bed, though the most popular practice is to consume a serving of SizeOn about the same time of day that would if you were training.
Regardless of your training schedule or other personal preferences, one scoop of SizeOn, once a day, is all you need to experience its remarkable proven results.

Mix one scoop of SizeOn with 16 to 20 oz of cold water or juice in a shaker cup, tall glass, or blender and drink once a day at whatever time you prefer. Use of a shaker cup is the most popular and convenient way to drink SizeOn since it is ideal for carrying around the gym while you exercise.

Related Stacks: Triple Anabolic Arsenal, The 4most Anabolic, Ultimate Lean Mass Stack, Ultimate Mass Monster Stack

Flavors: Wild Berry Punch, Arctic Lemon Ice, Grape Blast

Also Comes In: 240-count tablets (same price)

Product Warning

Not suggested for use in children under the age of 18 or in people who have been diagnosed with hypertension, kidney disease, or thalassemia. Do not use if pregnant.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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EATING BIG #2 – Teen Bodybuilder Nick Wright – BULKING MEALS

Sunday, March 7th, 2010

Off Season Nutrition: What to eat to gain CLEAN muscle mass, and put on weight. Day in the Life.
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-Part 2

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Teen Bodybuilder Paul s Audition Flexing Six Pack Abs

Wednesday, February 24th, 2010

http://www.efantastic.org/sexy/ @ backup link http://tinyurl.com/nr5msa Teen Bodybuilder Paul s Audition Flexing Six Pack Abs HQ [ 5 Facts You MUST Understand if ... NEW]
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Kidsbeer Spec Commercial — SD in HD

Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010

Kidsbeer Spec Commercial. Writer, Producer, Director and Editor — Michael Trachiotis. 35mm. Music by M.A. and D.E.O. Not endorsed by Kidsbeer.

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SUPPLEMENTS.avi

Saturday, February 20th, 2010

A Brief guide as to what Supplements you can take to aid your musle building journey. More concentrated on what Teens can take, any questions about a particular supplement, do not hesitate to ask at fitnessmantra@live.co.uk
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What Is The Best Teenage Diet Plan For You

Thursday, January 14th, 2010

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There is no hard and fast answer to how much a person should weigh in order to be healthy. But, women need to be concerned about weight because it can and does affect overall health. Obesity, or being overweight, can result in premature death and can contribute to many problems, such as heart disease, high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol, diabetes, cancer, breathing problems, arthritis, and problems with pregnancy, labor and delivery.

The first, and best, thing to do is to talk with your health care provider about your weight. Together, you can talk about what a healthy weight is for you, based on your height, build (bone size, amount of muscle) and age.

You can also use a tool called the Body Mass Index (BMI) to give you a pound range for a healthy weight. You take your weight and height and see where you fall on the BMI table for adults (see below). There is also a handy BMI calculator at the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute’s web site (see resources at the end of this FAQ).

Some general guidelines for losing weight safely are:

• Eat fewer calories. The best formula for losing weight is to decrease the number of calories you get while increasing your physical activity every day. Depending on how active you are, you may need between 1,500 — 2,500 calories a day. A safe plan is to eat 300 to 500 fewer calories a day to lose 1 to 2 pounds a week.

• Lose weight slowly. It is best to aim for losing 1/2 to 2 pounds a week. By improving eating and exercise habits, you will develop a healthier lifestyle. And, this will help you to control your weight over time. You will also lower your chances of getting heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes. ‘Crash’ diets may take off pounds faster, but can cause you to gain back even more pounds than you lost after you stop the diet.

• Exercise. Get active for at least 30 minutes every day. You don’t have to train for a marathon to be active! Brisk walking, gardening, riding a bicycle, tennis and dancing all count as exercise. You can also break up the 30 minutes into three 10-minute periods. To get even more active every day, you can do things like park farther away from the mall in the parking lot and take the stairs instead of the elevator. The idea is to use up more calories than you eat each day. This will keep the calories from being stored as fat in your body.

• Eat less fat and sugar. This will help lower the number of calories you eat each day. Select foods whose labels say low, light or reduced to describe calories or fat, including milk products and cheese. Eat lean types of meat, poultry, and fish. Eat less sugar and fewer sweets (don’t forget that soda and juice can have lots of sugar). Drink less or no alcohol.

• Eat a wide variety of foods, including starches and dairy products. This helps your body to get the nutrients and vitamins it needs to be healthy. Include plenty of vegetables, fruits, grain products and whole grains each day. Don’t skip dairy products — there are many good tasting low, no, and reduced fat milks, yogurts, cheeses, ice creams, and other products to choose from. Proper calcium intake is needed for all women to prevent bone loss.

Starch is an important source of energy that all bodies need, even when a person is trying to lose weight. It is found in foods like potatoes, rice, pasta, bread, beans, and some vegetables. Foods high in starch can become high in fat and calories when you eat them in large amounts, or when they are made with rich sauces, oils, or other high-fat toppings like butter, sour cream, or mayonnaise. Stick to starchy foods that are high in fiber, like whole grains, beans, and peas.

• Practice portion control. Eat smaller amounts of food at each meal. Let go of belonging to the ‘clean plate club.’ Don’t feel like you have to eat everything on your plate, even when eating out. You can also try eating more small meals throughout the day, rather than three large meals.

• Get support. It can be hard to start a weight loss program, particularly if you are out of shape and not used to exercising. Ask your family and friends for support. Try to find an exercise buddy. Make your activity fun and social — go on a walk or hike with a friend or learn a new sport like tennis or ice-skating.

• Treat yourself (once in a while). When trying to lose weight, we all feel tempted to ‘cheat’ by eating a favorite, rich food like cake or cookies. But, sometimes it can be helpful to eat a small amount of a favorite food. This may keep you from craving it and overeating if you do ‘cheat.’

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