Thread: Most effective/important supplement

Hmmmm Prince..important for what? This is a more complex question than meets the eye!

To ME, whey protein is the most important for building muscle (protein in general, not just whey protein).

I also like my creatine and mulit-vitamin. And my coffee, but that's not really a supplement.

important/effective for bodybuilding.

for me it has to be multi-vits and antioxidants cause i'm always getting colds.

If you have not voted, VOTE!

Well...I believe that protein is the most important, but not necessarily whey alone. You did not mention glutamine and I rank that right near the top. Creatine is wonderful when used correctly. Some prohormones are of use, but not necessary. ZMA I feel is a waste for all but a few. Multivitamins are a good insurance policy in that most people, including bodybuilders don't eat a wide enough variety of foods to get all their micronutrients and anti-oxidants( which in of itself is another important supplement). Thermogenics also have their place in a cutting phase as do some other herbs.

No supp can replace proper diet, training, and resting procedures!

ah crap, I knew I forgot one!

I'll go add it now!

Thank your lucky stars you have me around Prince!!! LOL...

Originally posted by gopro
Thank your lucky stars you have me around Prince!!! LOL...

Since you bumped this back up to the top, I'll vote. I only use Whey, Creatine, and take a multi. For the order of importance I would probably say Whey, Multi and Creatine for my supps.

Whey protein is a must, creatine is optional

Originally posted by Rick C
Whey protein is a must, creatine is optional

Guys and gals...you must remember that whey is great but has its limitations. It has a very high BV, but is oxidized too quickly to be a stand alone protein with the exception of post workout(where it is the most valuable). In fact, if I had only one choice between whey and a good casein, I'd go with the casein!

Originally posted by gopro


Guys and gals...you must remember that whey is great but has its limitations. It has a very high BV, but is oxidized too quickly to be a stand alone protein with the exception of post workout(where it is the most valuable). In fact, if I had only one choice between whey and a good casein, I'd go with the casein!

True, but it's only a supplement. I eat lots of red meat, tuna (daily), don't lose your stomach, chicken, and high protein veggies as often as possible. From the standpoint of someone, an everyday Joe, taking something additional, Isn't whey the easiest, best bang for the buck?? For someone who is going Pro or competes I'm sure this list would be all mixed up and varied throughout the year. I don't think anyone here thinks it (whey) is the miracle pill. Nothing beats good quality food.

This is not to argue against your expert advice, but some of us aren't even in the same league as you are.

OCICBW
JC

Originally posted by Pemburu


True, but it's only a supplement. I eat lots of red meat, tuna (daily), don't lose your stomach, chicken, and high protein veggies as often as possible. From the standpoint of someone, an everyday Joe, taking something additional, Isn't whey the easiest, best bang for the buck?? For someone who is going Pro or competes I'm sure this list would be all mixed up and varied throughout the year. I don't think anyone here thinks it (whey) is the miracle pill. Nothing beats good quality food.

This is not to argue against your expert advice, but some of us aren't even in the same league as you are.

OCICBW
JC

As you allude to, yes, food is the most important....

As for the whey thing...this applies to everyone, not just advanced lifters or competitors. If you will be using a protein powder or MRP several times per day, you are better off with a BLEND of proteins, rather than a straight whey! If you use a powder right after your workout, stick with whey alone....but at all other times, a blended protein will be more effective for muscle gain!

after having this dicussion with gopro about blended protiens i went back to the blened kind i was using.i have noticed a smaller change in recovery time.when the Whey craze hit i swithed to it just like everybody else did.i think each type has there place throught the day though,so i'm sticking to both....

I only use straight whey post workout. The rest of the time it's food proteins or if I don't feel I'm getting enough protein from the food I'll have a little whey in a glass of milk with it.

Tank, what blend are you using, if you don't mind me asking?? I haven't researched that area much past the protein factory blends. Most of the premix in the tub types appear to be various forms of whey, with a little egg or so added. ie. Pro Complex.

jc

i had been an opti fan for years there stuff was pretty good,thats what i went back to,pro complex and their whey,good stuff

Whey has to be the most important to me with multi/vit being a close second. I try to get most of my protien from food and use whey for post workout recovery.

Godda have my Opitimum Whey post workout.

When cutting I give my ECA stack second runner up! That's a supplement too, right?

For me I would say:-

Glutamine
Blend protien
Whey
BCAA`s
Creatine
Multi
Anti Ox
B complex
EFA`s

Originally posted by kuso
For me I would say:-

Glutamine
Blend protien
Whey
BCAA`s
Creatine
Multi
Anti Ox
B complex
EFA`s

Solid list

None of the above
The most important supplement that anyone can use is the mos t abundant on the face of the Earth that supplement you wont find advertised in your favorite magazine .
The most important supplement is Water good ole water just turn the tap on thats right the tap dont waste your money on bottled water thats a maajor scam bottled water, There are studies out that bottled watyer is no bettert than tap water, Also there ias a whole lot of deceptive advertising because they usually say spring water when in actuality it was bottled right from the tap.
Water drink up My Dad was right he always told me to drink my water . I drink at leat a gallon a day. Its great for losing weight.
Also if your taking in alot of protein powder you can really fuck up your kidneys and overall health without drinking adequate amounts of H2o
So there you are Prince here is my vote for the most effective bodybuilding supplement
Oh yeah i never went into the health benefits go ahead and do your own research or better yet start drinking water today CHEERS

Originally posted by Clint hogan
None of the above
The most important supplement that anyone can use is the mos t abundant on the face of the Earth that supplement you wont find advertised in your favorite magazine .
The most important supplement is Water good ole water just turn the tap on thats right the tap dont waste your money on bottled water thats a maajor scam bottled water, There are studies out that bottled watyer is no bettert than tap water, Also there ias a whole lot of deceptive advertising because they usually say spring water when in actuality it was bottled right from the tap.
Water drink up My Dad was right he always told me to drink my water . I drink at leat a gallon a day. Its great for losing weight.
Also if your taking in alot of protein powder you can really fuck up your kidneys and overall health without drinking adequate amounts of H2o
So there you are Prince here is my vote for the most effective bodybuilding supplement
Oh yeah i never went into the health benefits go ahead and do your own research or better yet start drinking water today CHEERS

Don`t want to sound like am a$$hole..........but I will.

The question was "Most effective/important supplement"

I don`t think water is a supp, and I think most here realize that they have to drink A LOT of it.........................it`s the same as saying food. Of course food is MUCH better than supps, but many times it is unreasonable, or impossible to get the amount you need..........therefor SUPPS have there place, at the end of the chain.

i THINK ITS ACCORDING TO WHAT YOUR WANTING, BUT MORE PROTEIN NEVER HURT ANYBODY.

Every one has there own preference for supplements because we have so many different goals .I think mixed proteins are best pre or post training & before bed.Creatine & glutamine can be added at anytime as well as a good vit/min supplement (I use ANIMAL PAKS). prohormones gave me good results , I tried the Muscletech line.

I think the results of this poll are pretty strong....Whey Protein and Creatine are the top 2 supplements.

And I would have to agree.

Glutamine, in my opinion, should top the whole list!

I haven't taken any supps, but am considering it. Quick question, do any of them interfere with prescription medicines? That's the main thing that has prevented me from talking them. Not sure how it's gonna react with my allergy medicine.

(I'll ask my doc to be sure, just wondering if anyone knew of any that "might")