3 amino acids to skyrocket your muscle growth

3 amino acids to skyrocket your muscle growth

We’re diving deep into the amino acid pool today, and I’m about to serve you some serious muscle-building ammunition. You’ve heard me preach about protein, but not all amino acids, the constituents of protein, are created equally. Today, we’re spotlighting the three MVPs of muscle growth: Leucine, Glutamine, and Glycine. This trio is about to become your new best friend.

Let’s break it down:

Leucine: The mTOR Activator 🚀
This branched-chain amino acid is the key that unlocks mTOR, your body’s muscle-building switch. But here’s the kicker - you need at least 3.2g to flip that switch. Most supplements skimp on this. Don’t make that mistake.

Glutamine: The Volume Enhancer 💪
Your body produces this, but when you’re pushing hard, you need more. It’s crucial for cell volume and protein synthesis. Think of it as inflating your muscle cell size to their max potential.

Glycine: The Insulin Booster 📈
This underdog pulls water into your cells, increasing volume and promoting protein synthesis. It’s like a natural pump that keeps on giving.

Now, here’s where it gets interesting. Timing these bad boys is crucial. Remember that golden hour we talked about? That’s when you want to hit your system with this trio.

Pre-workout: Load up on all three. You’re priming the pump.
Intra-workout: Keep the levels high, especially leucine.
Post-workout: Another hit of all three to maximize that anabolic window.

But here’s the real secret - consistency is key. These aren’t magic pills; they’re tools. Use them regularly, in conjunction with progressive overload and proper nutrition, and watch the magic happen.

Now, I want to hear from you. Have you been using these amino acids strategically? Or is this new info for you? Drop your experiences or questions in the comments. Let’s learn from each other and keep pushing those limits! 💯🔬

And if you found this valuable, smash that save button and share it with a gym buddy who needs to level up their amino game. Let’s grow together! 🚀💪

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[johnathanabrams]

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