Think protein is only for gym rats who want to bulk up and build muscle? Think again. Yes, when used alongside resistance training, protein can help increase muscle mass. But no matter who you are, successful weight management requires adequate protein in your diet. Here’s why:
Supplementation
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Branched chain amino acids are essential for you to build and maintain muscle mass. For athletes, supplementation with BCAAs can help reduce fatigue and aid in concentration and performance. In fact, you may gain even more significant benefits through a BCAA supplement than by getting these nutrients through food alone.
You might cringe when you hear nails across a chalkboard—if you can still find a chalkboard, anyway. Me, I cringe when a nearby conversation begins with, “What supplement should I take to [fill in the goal]?”