how old are you? Over 18?
Work with one scoop of C4 extreme (any flavor) for about a month or two and move up to two scoops
Then one scoop of golden whey after
I'm pretty new to working out and as a girl I don't know what supplements(if any) I should take. I take my multi-vitamins, protein and will occasionally take some of my boyfriends pre-workout.
What do you take and why?
how old are you? Over 18?
Work with one scoop of C4 extreme (any flavor) for about a month or two and move up to two scoops
Then one scoop of golden whey after
Here's a pretty good breakdown video. Not really sure how these effect girls, so it's up to you and maybe a doctor to determine what you need. I personally use whey protein, fish oil tablets, multivitamins, and I'm trying out beta-alanine. I used pre-workouts for a few weeks, but they make my heart rate go insane, so I cut them out.
n_eko (11-26-2015)
Waste of money. If you already have a good diet do not bother with the protein powders or supplements. The 18-30 year olds that live off the stuff and look like gorillas are jacked up on the idea that they are a wonder method...and the shit ton of caffeine that is in the products. If you have a good diet then adding the extra protein puts you at risk for kidney, heart and bone disease. Excess protein is not good. Medical studies have shown little to no effect, largely a placebo effect.
As for other supplements they are basically sugar placebos. Medical studies continually show they are just lies in a bottle. Other than maybe, and I mean maybe maybe, Vitamin D tablets if you are in a relatively non-sunny location you really do not need to take anything. Consulting with your doctor about any extra supplements is the best way to approach it.
Keep in mind questions like yours are the bread and butter for the scammers and snake oil salesmen. I know you know those people are out there waiting for someone to believe there is a magic method.
potatoespotate (11-26-2015)
I agree with you that there are many supplement companies trying to take advantage of the average schmuck. However there are many supplements which are proven to increase physical performance.Originally Posted by Sci_Girl
Protein
Beta-Alanine
Added stuff in spoilers because it was just an unsightly wall of text without it.. Anyways, I hope people take the time to read some of it. I'm not a doctor or nutrition expert, so I'd recommend consulting with medical professionals before taking supplements. With that being said, supplements are exactly what they are, supplements. Hopefully people are researching what they're consuming and deciding if it's legit or snake oil.
Used to take Whey Double choc think was gold+ or something was a long time back but didn't really notice to many changes using it so just stayed natural and ate Kangaroo meat more often since it's super high in protein, only down side to cooking Roo steak or mince etc is that it doesn't smell the best lmao
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And how many of those working out, also taking magic protein powders, follow proper dietary guidelines? Or do they load up on protein?
I liked the papers though, I will read more later.
Though the protein intake alarmed me. Recommended dietary intake of protein is about .7-.8g per kg per day. 2.5-4+g/kg is already very very high.
Last edited by Sci_Girl; 11-26-2015 at 08:59 AM.
They calculated that RDA based on the average sedentary individual and did not account for athletes/people looking to gain muscle. 4+g/kg is pretty high, but generally a lot of athletes, bodybuilders, and powerlifters stick to around 2 g/kg or 1g/lb, which is well within the safe amounts as supported by various research papers; provided the individual does not have any sort of issues with their kidneys.
Yea I'm 21, and is that a pre-workout? do you actually notice a difference?how old are you? Over 18?
Work with one scoop of C4 extreme (any flavor) for about a month or two and move up to two scoops
Then one scoop of golden whey after
Where does one go to get Kangaroo meat..Also seems like that would be pretty expensive!Used to take Whey Double choc think was gold+ or something was a long time back but didn't really notice to many changes using it so just stayed natural and ate Kangaroo meat more often since it's super high in protein, only down side to cooking Roo steak or mince etc is that it doesn't smell the best lmao
Last edited by n_eko; 11-26-2015 at 08:49 PM.
C4 extreme is a pre-workout which you need to be careful with. Well, i started taking it at 16-17 (which was a bad, bad idea) and limit your first scoop. I def notice a difference, gives me a little energetic. You can also try "C4 on the Go" (same thing). This will get you sweating though like there's a cloud above your head
Golden whey is protein (mainly for post workout)
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