For those who swear by ZMA, you’ll be glad to know a new and improved formulation is now on the market. ZMA isn’t for everyone, because everyone will react differently to it, especially the vitamin B6 component which can keep you awake for hours. ZMA is meant to be taken at night prior to … [Read more...] about ZMA-5 = ZMA + 5HTP + B9
Tryptophan
Why So Many Energy Drinks These Days?
My InBox has been flooded with Promotions from future affiliate vendors. I guess when you have the readership as high as Speedendurance, you're bound to get a ton of promotional material. Other than the usual Hoodia products, I am surprised to see the increasing number of Energy Drinks. If my … [Read more...] about Why So Many Energy Drinks These Days?
Tryptophan Benefits – Good or Bad?
To me, Tryptophan is bad for you, at least during a 400 meters sprint. I used to consume Power Drive (Biotest) and Vitalyze (SNAC) one hour before my race as both products contains Tyrosine as the main formulation. Tyrosine blocks the release of Tryptophan, which is the amino acid that gives … [Read more...] about Tryptophan Benefits – Good or Bad?
What are Amino Acids?
This article was guest blogged by Mitch Pellecchia of VitaCost.com who wrote Complete Guide to Protein Powder Supplements and A Guide to Vitamin B12 Supplements. His other upcoming articles include Essential Fatty Acids and Fish Oil. What are Amino Acids? Amino acids occur naturally in the … [Read more...] about What are Amino Acids?
Pre-Competition, Energy, Focus and Mental Alertness Drinks
I discussed a pre-competition "mental alertness" or "neurotransmitter" drinks in the article The top 5 supplements to take (or top 3 if you're on a budget) Basically, these drinks compose of caffeine and Tyrosine or Taurine. Tyrosine blocks the release of Tryptophan in your brain, which is the … [Read more...] about Pre-Competition, Energy, Focus and Mental Alertness Drinks
The Top 5 Supplements to Take (or Top 3 if you’re on a Budget)
Okay, lets talk about supplements. I don't believe in becoming a supplement freak like some people I know, but if I had to choose 3 or 5 top supplements, here they are (in order) and I can provide URLs to reference my arguments: 1) ZMA before bedtime. It's simply just zinc, magnesium, and … [Read more...] about The Top 5 Supplements to Take (or Top 3 if you’re on a Budget)
