{"id":12329,"date":"2020-12-01T17:03:54","date_gmt":"2020-12-01T17:03:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bulk.com\/uk\/the-core\/?p=12329"},"modified":"2024-11-27T16:01:11","modified_gmt":"2024-11-27T16:01:11","slug":"boost-your-bcaa-with-these-clever-combinations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bulk.com\/uk\/the-core\/boost-your-bcaa-with-these-clever-combinations\/","title":{"rendered":"Boost Your BCAA With These Clever Combinations"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you want to hang on to as much muscle mass as possible when you\u2019re training hard, BCAA\u2019s are your best friend. <\/span>BCAA\u2019s <\/span><\/a>\u2013 branched chain amino acids \u2013 are considered to be the most important essential amino acids for building and retaining that precious muscle tissue.<\/span><\/p>\n

But did you know that you can make your humble BCAA\u2019s work even harder for you?<\/span><\/p>\n

Let\u2019s revisit the basics of BCAA, then look at how you can maximise how you use them.<\/span><\/p>\n

BCAA tablets<\/span><\/a>, capsules, <\/span>BCAA powder<\/span><\/a> or drinks are a combination of the amino acids leucine, iso-leucine, and valine. All amino acids are important for building lean tissue, but some are more important than others. And the three BCAA\u2019s are \u201cessential\u201d (your body can\u2019t make them by itself, so you need to get them from food or supplements). The right amount of <\/span>leucine<\/span><\/a>, iso-leucine, and valine can help stimulate protein synthesis \u2013 basically giving your body a huge helping hand in the epic task of building new muscle tissue and hanging on to what you\u2019ve already got.<\/span><\/p>\n

Most people choose to take BCAA tablets or capsules, or sip on a BCAA drink before and during training or throughout the day. By taking your BCAA\u2019s between meals, or when your body is working hard, you help guarantee optimal intake of these important amino acids. It\u2019s a great way to do things\u2026 but could there be a better approach?<\/span><\/p>\n

We\u2019ve identified three advanced approaches to taking your BCAA\u2019s. If you want to get even more out of your must-have muscle supplements, give them a go.<\/span><\/p>\n

IN THE MORNING<\/b><\/h2>\n

BCAA and Creatine<\/span><\/p>\n

Combine your morning dose of BCAA with your daily dose of <\/span>creatine<\/span><\/a> (or half of it, if you like to split your creatine intake throughout the day). This is a great approach to support muscle growth and maintenance.<\/span><\/p>\n

Ideal for: morning gym sessions, especially if you\u2019re currently in a calorie deficit.<\/span><\/p>\n

BEFORE TRAINING<\/b><\/h2>\n

BCAA and Beta Alanine<\/span><\/p>\n

This combination would be great as part of your pre-workout ritual. <\/span>Beta alanine<\/span><\/a> is another naturally occurring amino acid, and it\u2019s linked to levels of carnosine in muscle tissue. Add a serving of beta alanine (3-6g) to your pre-workout alongside BCAA\u2019s. The combination will help protect muscle tissue during a tough workout, and could help minimise fatigue during training, too.<\/span><\/p>\n

DURING TRAINING OR CARDIO<\/b><\/h2>\n

BCAA and Electrolytes<\/span><\/p>\n

This is a great combination for your intra workout drink. Adding electrolytes to your regular BCAA drink will help keep you hydrated and topped up with important minerals and salts, as well as helping to maintain muscle. We\u2019ve done the work for you with <\/span>ENDURE\u2122<\/span>, our popular intra workout drink which has BCAA\u2019s in a 4:1:1 ratio, plus <\/span>Vitargo\u00ae<\/span><\/a> and a unique electrolyte blend. But if you\u2019ve already got a BCAA drink that you love, just add a serving of <\/span>electrolyte powder<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>electrolyte tablets<\/span><\/a> or our <\/span>Complete Hydration drink<\/span><\/a>. Perfect for hard workouts as the weather hots up, or for those cardio sessions!<\/span><\/p>\n

How do you make the most of your BCAA\u2019s?<\/span><\/p>\n

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