Expiring June 2012
Weight Gainers (also called body bulks) are products designed to help people who want to put on weight. In the past, this class of supplement contained fairly cheap protein powders loaded with sugar and fat in order to delivery huge quantities of calories. The quality of the ingredients was usually poor and the calories were more likely to end up being stored as fat. Nowadays good quality, modern, weight gain supplements contain a careful balance of proteins, carbohydrates and vitamins and minerals. Adequate carbohydrate is important to fuel the training that stimulates muscle growth and also to ensure that protein is used to build muscle rather than be used as an energy source. A weight gain powder containing a balance of short, medium and long chain carbohydrate polymers will ensure a steady release of energy into the body. This will help promote and maintain an anabolic (muscle growth) state and limit catabolic (muscle breakdown) activity. While carbohydrate is needed for energy, protein is what muscles are actually made from. Whey proteins require little digestion before they can be absorbed and utilized in the body. They contain high levels of BCAAs, which aid the building and repair of muscle tissue. A weight gain powder with a range both fast and slow release whey and milk proteins will ensure your body gets the correct quantity of protein at the correct time. This is probably the single most important factor in muscle growth Exercise and weight gain also require the right levels of vitamins and minerals essential for the general health of the body. While you should try to consume a sufficient quantity of these in your everyday diet, a quality weight gain powder, taken before or after exercise, will ensure your body does not run out of these crucial resources. Finally, a weight gainer with digestive enzymes will aid healthy digestion and absorption of nutrients. A typical weight gainer serving is 60gms, mixed with water or milk. If you are exercising the best time to take your weight gainer is after you train. If, on the other hand, you need a pre-workout energy boost, you may also take it before you go to the gym or play sport. It is also a good idea to take your weight gainer anytime you need a healthy balanced snack, especially between meals. Also Take With: Creatine, L-Glutamine, BCAAs
Available in 500g, 1.2kg and 2.5 kg powder - Chocolate and Vanilla flavours.
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