Supplements??

[stant5]

Hi, Just seeking some advice from people with experience of this, I am currently training at the gym three times a week for around an hour a time mainly focusing on upper body strength and lean muscle mass, My physique is ok at the moment but looking to build more muscle.

I have tried Muscle Tech Nano Vapor which gives me palputations and sever head aches so I've moved onto a softer Maximuscle Promax which seems to be a bit slow results wise.

Can anybody suggest a good sup for me. I'm 24, 6 foot one and weigh 12 stone. I've known of people taking supps and just getting fat, don't want this.

Thanks in advance

[LordGrover]

No supplements are necessary. They are all a waste of money unless you are really pushed for time and unable to prepare properly balanced meals. They provide nothing that a balanced diet doesn't. Hype and marketing.

[aspen]

Only thing I'd ever use is simple protein just to add to smoothies etc for a quick meal when time is short.

If you aren't already doing so, you should definitely do some lower body work as well. Squats and deadlifts will really help build your core which in turn assists you when lifting with the upper body.

If you are just starting out I would concentrate on your diet. Aim to eat around 6 meals a day. You'll have to up your overall calories significantly to pack on muscle. Unfortunately there aren't any shortcuts in the shape of magic supplements.

Good luck.

Edited by aspen on Wednesday 25th February 19:21

[stant5]

aspen said:

Only thing I'd ever use is simple protein just to add to smoothies etc for a quick meal when time is short.

If you aren't already doing so, you should definitely do some lower body work as well. Squats and deadlifts will really help build your core which in turn assists you when lifting with the upper body.

If you are just starting out I would concentrate on your diet. Aim to eat around 6 meals a day. You'll have to up your overall calories significantly to pack on muscle. Unfortunately there aren't any shortcuts in the shape of magic supplements.

Good luck.

Edited by aspen on Wednesday 25th February 19:21

Yeah I'm taking Maximuscle Protein Shakes after a work out, would the six meals a day be on days you're not training too? Sounds alot of food. I generally eat bran flakes 8am, chicken or tuna sandwich 12pm, and a big healthy meaty meal with veg at around six, obviously not enough

[CyprusCraig]

between lunch and your evening meal, your body will have used the engery from the sandwhich, so your body will start feeding off the muscle, nothing tooo drastic is needed, maybe a handful of nuts, carrot sticks etc... just to keep your going.

Protein shakes are very important to a full development, but read the fat content before you buy as some have ridiculous amounts in, ideally a 30g scoop should have 2g> of fat in and between 20-25g of protein.

Forget branflakes for breakfast. try something like an omlette with peppers, carrots, chicken/turkey. about 11am some peanuts about 1am tuna pasta 3pm carrot sticks/peanuts postworkout protein shake 6-7pm lean meat with low GI carbs 30 minutes before bed protein shake.

This is the diet i stick to and i am 6ft and 76kg with 8%BF i've put 2kg on this year so far with no change in bodyfat.

[aspen]

stant5 said:

aspen said:

Only thing I'd ever use is simple protein just to add to smoothies etc for a quick meal when time is short.

If you aren't already doing so, you should definitely do some lower body work as well. Squats and deadlifts will really help build your core which in turn assists you when lifting with the upper body.

If you are just starting out I would concentrate on your diet. Aim to eat around 6 meals a day. You'll have to up your overall calories significantly to pack on muscle. Unfortunately there aren't any shortcuts in the shape of magic supplements.

Good luck.

Edited by aspen on Wednesday 25th February 19:21

Yeah I'm taking Maximuscle Protein Shakes after a work out, would the six meals a day be on days you're not training too? Sounds alot of food. I generally eat bran flakes 8am, chicken or tuna sandwich 12pm, and a big healthy meaty meal with veg at around six, obviously not enough

Maximuscle products are pretty expensive, you could save yourself some cash and get a cheaper brand that does the same job.

Yeah 6 meals sounds a lot but they don't need to be 6 large meals. Like CyprusCraig says, things like nuts and fruit are good, just make sure you have protein every time you eat. You will really need to concentrate on getting the correct nutrition. Don't skip meals.

Eggs are good for breakfast but if you struggle for time in the morning try blitzing protein powder, oats, yoghurt and fruit of your choice into a tasty smoothie.

If time is an issue during the week try and make some at the weekend to do some cooking and freeze it for the week.

I'm 6'8" and I've learnt the hard way how important nutrition is!

[stant5]

[quote=aspen][quote=stant5][quote=aspen]
Eggs are good for breakfast but if you struggle for time in the morning try blitzing protein powder, oats, yoghurt and fruit of your choice into a tasty smoothie.

Above sounds like a good idea, also buy 32% protein bars from TESCO, bit pricey tho,

Edited by stant5 on Thursday 26th February 18:15

[aspen]

stant5 said:

Eggs are good for breakfast but if you struggle for time in the morning try blitzing protein powder, oats, yoghurt and fruit of your choice into a tasty smoothie.

Above sounds like a good idea, also but 32% protein bars from TESCO, bit pricey tho,

Yeah but not too bad to have around for those times when you miss a meal.

[Animal]

Chicken + squat + tuna + deadlift + rice + bench press + sleep + application = bigger you.

HTH,

Animal