JoeR.

I keep hearing that taking in BCAA's and Glutamine before, during, and after stops the breakdown of muscle. I espicially notice people say this when someone asks about doing cardio first thing in the morning. They often recommend to take in a hefty dose of BCAA's and Glutamine.

My question is how can 4 aminos stop the breakdown of muscle for energy during a cardio session? If your body needs more energy why would 4 aminos prevent muscle from being used?

Joe

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whats BCAA?

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Easily absorbed aminos/protein (like whey in water) at a moderate dose actually creates a short lived anabolic state.

BCAA Branched Chain Amino Acid, the whey I buy is about 25% BCAA.

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Especially when exercising after a night long fast, the body will pull these amino acids from muscle in order to convert them to glucose. Losing these aminos from muscle will put them in a catabolic state. Taking them before hand will keep your body from robbing your muscles of these precious aminos.

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which whey is that Mudge?

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