Creatine is one of the rare sports supplements where the reputation is backed by decades of research. Unlike many products marketed for muscle growth, creatine has repeatedly been shown to improve strength, power and performance during repeated bouts of high-intensity exercise. When combined with resistance training, it can also help support increases in lean muscle … Read more
Essential amino acids have become increasingly popular among Canadian lifters who want something lighter than a protein shake before or during training. Unlike BCAA supplements, which provide only leucine, isoleucine and valine, EAA supplements contain all nine essential amino acids that the body cannot produce on its own. That difference matters. All nine essential amino … Read more
Amino acids are the building blocks your body uses to create protein, repair muscle tissue and support recovery after exercise. If you train regularly, lift weights or struggle to get enough high-quality protein through food, an amino acid supplement can be a convenient addition to your nutrition plan. But choosing the best amino acid supplements … Read more
Most protein powders are easy to classify. Whey isolate is whey isolate. Casein is casein. Pea protein comes from peas. Protein blends are different. One tub might combine whey concentrate and whey isolate. Another could mix fast-digesting whey with slower-digesting casein. Some products use several dairy proteins—and others combine multiple plant proteins. That makes shopping … Read more