Gaspari SizeOn
Creatine is well established as a very effective ergogenic aid that can help increase muscle mass and strength. Gaspari Nutrition’s SizeOn takes your basic creatine to a new level by combining it with other synergistic ingredients. The inclusion of a carb source makes this the perfect creatine product to be taken while you are working out. My preferred SizeOn regimen was to consume one scoop with 32 ounces of cold water during my workouts.
Universal Nutrition Torrent
Post workout nutrition plays an important role in the overall effectiveness of an exercise program. I prefer to have a moderate shake that includes protein, carbohydrates and some free form amino acids followed by a balanced whole food meal that contains lean protein and complex carbs. Of the many post workout (PWO) supplements out there, I have found Universal’s Torrent to be one of the more effective and cost efficient.
Torrent starts off with a healthy dose of whey protein hydrolysate. This form of quick digesting protein provides di-, tri-, oligo- and polypeptides. It has been shown to increase lean muscle mass and is easy to digest. The carbohydrates in Torrent come from three different sources, D-glucose, waxy maize and maltodextrin. The “Anti-Catabolic” matrix provides 8 grams of free form amino acids (Leucine, Leucine Alpha Ketoglutarate, Leucine Ethyl Ester and N-Acetyl Leucine) which have the additional benefit of quick absorption as they bypass the digestive system.
Creatine Monohydrate
Creatine occurs naturally in skeletal muscles and helps supply energy to muscle and nerve cells. Without creatine, we would not be able to perform muscle contractions required to generate effective power. Early in the twentieth century, scientists discovered that consuming supplemental forms of creatine increased the creatine stores in muscles, thereby providing a crucial energy source for explosive muscular movements - like those involved in weight training. In my opinion, creatine is one the best nutritional supplement that increases muscle energy which in turn helps increase strength and muscle mass.
Though the market is full of fancy creatines, many of which include other helpful ergogenics, pure creatine monohydrate remains one of the chepest, most effective and most researched forms of creatine. Creatine monohydrate is simply creatine with an attached molecule of water. Creatine prices have come down a lot over the last few years and I therefore recommend using a creatine monohydrate manufactured by Creapure.
