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In the bodybuilding world, supplements are close to mandatory. Ever since the 70's, people have been gulping down protein drinks (even though we don't have to drink blends of raw liver, whole eggs and tuna anymore - thank God!). Between 5-10 years ago the market exploded with new supplements and brands, of which many products were scams - useless at best, counterproductive at worst, and it still is - sortof. However, the natural selection, as in people not buying bogus products but sticking to what works, has left an increasingly effective line of supplements for the serious bodybuilder.
So, in conclusion that means the modern bodybuilder can get tremendous results from using the stuff that has stood the test of time. And why would I advice you to do elsewise? Hell, I'd be dumb if I did, and personally I benefit greatly from protein/carb drinks myself, just as cycling creatine and using Ripped Fuel when I want to cut up! BUT... Here's a major trap lurking. Today, we're encouraged to have faith in science. With reason, for sure, but let's not go overboard. Even though there's plenty of perfectly balanced drinks out there, may it be for weight gain, weight loss, energy or whatever, they'll never take the place of actual food. Simply put: A drink will never make up for otherwise bad food habits! Hotdogs and donuts taste good, but they won't help you in your quest for physical excellence. Too many people make the mistake of believing that they can quell their bad consciousness by having a "miracle drink" once a day. Big mistake. Of course, if the option is NO drink and shitty food habits, then the drink is better than nothing (but still not even close to good). The serious bodybuilder doesn't have that problem, but is probably more interested in getting extra quality calories to build muscle. Here's the REAL function of the protein drinks: Squeezing in extra calories between ordinary meals (as you can only eat so much rice & chicken before you burst) or get some extra protein (when you're on a deff and need plenty of protein but want to keep total calories down). As for pills, vitamins are a basic. The rest is icing the cake. Often I hear people asking me wether they should buy creatine or protein for supplement. "Both." I say, but they shake their heads and say they can't afford it. "Alright, get the protein then!" I reply, explaining that it works like a pyramid: Good, old-fashioned food at the base, protein drinks in the middle and, if needed, creatine, caffine or other supplements for further enhancement. Go To Page: 1 2
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