Most of what I know is that leucine needs the other 2 BCAAs present to do what it needs to do. So even in an 8:1:1 type ratio, you're good, but 8:0:0 won't yield the same positive results. Just what I've read.So instead of creating a new thread, I'll bump this one.
Whats the latest feedback on Leucine supplementation and fat loss? I recently picked up a tub of leucine, and have been dosing 5g with morning shake, pre and post workout, and with bedtime whey shake. I've been reading conflicting info.
interesting.Most of what I know is that leucine needs the other 2 BCAAs present to do what it needs to do. So even in an 8:1:1 type ratio, you're good, but 8:0:0 won't yield the same positive results. Just what I've read.
Nope.Theoretically amino acids on free form, singly, without forming di or tripeptides with other, have impaired absorption. This is due to the type of carrier for amino acids we have in the intestine.
Hmm interesting, I've been using 4:1:1 RecoverPRO, been dosing about 8 scoops a day, so far, so good!Most of what I know is that leucine needs the other 2 BCAAs present to do what it needs to do. So even in an 8:1:1 type ratio, you're good, but 8:0:0 won't yield the same positive results. Just what I've read.
Very nice. That's a good product for sure.Hmm interesting, I've been using 4:1:1 RecoverPRO, been dosing about 8 scoops a day, so far, so good!
I know leucine with Whey is beneficial pre and post workout, but is at all really beneficial with wake up shake, and pre-bed?
The impact on GH is irrelevant.Leucine makes for an excellent wake up ****tail due to it's very anti-catabolic properties. I am not a fan of elevated insulin levelsn pre-bad as they "may" adversely impact GH levels.
It wouldn't be any different. Again, these transient fluctuations in GH are irrelevant for body composition.How would it be any different than the advice to limit carb intake immediately pre-bed for the same rationale?
Insulin antagonizes GH and therefore adversely affects secretion/release.
http://www.livestrong.com/article/498071-how-eating-carbs-at-night-affects-the-growth-hormone/
what about for recovery?It wouldn't be any different. Again, these transient fluctuations in GH are irrelevant for body composition.
This is a good read. The effects of GH in normal people is not what you think: http://broscience.com/layne-norton-phd/561-growth-hormone-great-expectations.htmlwhat about for recovery?
Nope, no point. Whey maximizes MPS alone. Preventing the refractory response is a moot goal.Well ****, i've been taking leucine alone for about a month. Leucine + whey is alright though, correct?
IF I chose to use it,Interesting...
So how would you daily supplement it?
Solid point, that was always my understanding on the topic.Nope, no point. Whey maximizes MPS alone. Preventing the refractory response is a moot goal.
You are SUPPOSED to take leucine alone! Don't let the bros get to you man. You only need the other BCAAs if there are ZERO ffAAs circulating in your system (aka very low meal frequency like IFing). If you ate a chicken breast 2-3 hours ago, you can bet those aminos are still available. Thus, take the leucine alone unless fasted.
Not in the mood to eat anything before bed. A shake is just easy to down. I'm trying to be in a caloric deficit.Imo I would mix peanut butter shake and leucine
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