Strength training promotes muscle growth and strength, but not without first driving the body into a catabolic state that breaks down specific muscle tissue components, such as glycogen and protein, to supply the energy required for muscular function during exercise. Naturally, the diminished protein replenished to prevent the potential loss of lean body mass and diminished exercise performance.
The post-workout consumption of lean protein and complex carbohydrates is an important part of the replenishing process augmenting muscle growth and performance. In addition, post-workout consumption of leucine, creatine and betaine have also been shown to potently replenish the muscle cell, enhancing musclegrowth and function.
This is why leucine, creatine and BetaPower™ Betaine are found in Advanced Molecular Labs’ (AML) Postworkout. The essential replenishment of muscle protein and glycogen levels from the post-workout consumption of leucine, combined with the synergistic muscle-building compounds creatine and betaine, will provide a robust biochemical milieu within the muscle cell-driving exceptional growth and strength.
Here's How it works
LEUCINE STIMULATES POST-WORKOUT ANABOLISM.
The consumption of leucine is one of the more effective ways to reverse exercise-induced protein degradation in muscle. Leucine intake has been shown to directly stimulate muscle protein synthesis and inhibit muscle protein breakdown, ultimately promoting muscle growth by activating the nutrient-sensing molecule mTOR. In fact, the muscle-building effect of leucine consumption has been shown in several studies to be most potent after resistance training.*
Creatine Monohydrate Boosts Muscle Energy, Size and Strength.
Creatine monohydrate is one of the most well characterized muscle-building supplements on the market. Numerous studies over the years have shown the positive influence of creatine monohydrate supplementation on high-intensity exercise performance. This body of evidence indicates that creatine supplementation may increase power output during intense exercise, while also stimulating muscle hypertrophy. Creatine also drives muscle growth by triggering many different cellular mechanisms, including the stimulation of muscle cell formation and increased muscle protein synthesis.*
Combining Leucine With Creatine Monohydrate Limits Myostatin Function.
The muscle-depleting molecule myostatin vigorously thwarts muscle growth by blocking several key anabolic processes, resulting in notable gains in muscle growth.*
Pump Up With Betaine.
Betaine, also known as trimethylglycine, is a natural osmolyte found in the cell that protects the cell against dehydration by increasing cellular water retention through osmosis. The ability of betaine to maintain hydration reduces the negative impact that dehydration can have on exercise performance, such as increased heart rate, increased rate of glycogen degradation and increased lactate levels. Betaine also enhances muscle hypertrophy by causing the muscle fiber to swell. In fact, research has shown that muscle cell swelling stimulates protein synthesis and decreases protein breakdown, resulting in muscle growth.*
Betaine Synergistically Enhances Creatine Function for Greater Strength.
The ability of betaine to increase creatine production and muscle cell uptake is likely the primary reason why betaine has been shown to significantly increase anaerobic power in key lifts like the bench press and squat.*
Potassium Citrate for Buffering Lactic Acid and Electrolyte Replacement.
Numerous studies have shown higher potassium citrate intake reduces the risk of stroke and many other cardiovascular diseases, likely due to their capacity to increase vasodilation, which reduces blood pressure. Potassium citrate has also been shown to improve exercise performance by buffering lactic acid buildup in the muscle, further upgrading performance.*
NUTRITION FACTS
Serving Size: 20 ScoopServings Per Container: 1
% Daily Value*Calories 10Calories from Fat 10Total Fat 1g 2%*Magnesium (as Magnesium Citrate) 100mg 25%Potassium (as Potassium Citrate) 500mg 14%
L-Leucine 5g **Creatine Monohydrate 5g **Beta Anhydrous (Beta Power®) 2.5g **
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Ingredients: Other Ingredients: Citric Acid, Natural and Artificial Flavor, Silicon Dioxide, Acesulfane Potassium, Organic Beet Root Powder (color), Sucralose.
Processed in a facility that also processes milk, egg, soy, wheat, and peanut ingredients.
Contains no illegal drugs or banned substances.
Directions: Mix one level scoop of AML POSTWORKOUT in 12 ounces of water. Take within 30 minutes after workout.
DO NOT EXCEED 1 SERVING DAILY!
Warnings: AML POSTWORKOUT is not for use by persons under the age of 18. Do not use if pregnant or nursing. Do not exceed recommended serving. Consult with a health care practitioner before taking this or any dietary supplement, especially if you have or suspect you may have a medical condition, or are taking ANY medications, over the counter products, or other dietary supplements. Immediately discontinue use and call your health care practitioner if you experience any adverse reaction.
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