glutamine

[brennan]

ive decided to start using glutamine...when/how often should i take it? I took it today in the morning w/ my protein shake and after my workout with my whey...that sound good? thanks

 

[Flex]

post workout is the most important time, as it will be absorbed the best. but extra glutamine anytime throughout the day will be a nice "bonus", esp. at night.........

(how bout them Pats and C's kid??)

 

[HoldDaMayo]

well, being the dumb newb I am... I took 10 grams of AST L-Glutamine for the first time about 30 mins before i worked out... I did have a very good workout tonight, although, I think that's mainly due to my bulging muscles... however, I think the glut helps you more with avoiding the catabolic effects of weight lifting than actual performance increase...

I read that the serious guys take about 20 grams throughout the day to ensure they don't lose any muslce mass and I believe it also helps with protein synthesis....

So to answer your question, i would say in the morning, before a workout, and possibly before bed, although, I think most would say ZMA might be a better alternative to take before bed as an anti-catabolic supplement... it also aids with better quality sleep...

 

[Jamez]

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Check out the new glutamine article it rocks

 

[gopro]

If you are using L-glutamine, you must take it on an empty stomach or absorbtion will be compromised! Take it at least 60 minutes after a meal and at least 30 minutes before a meal. Glutamine can be used anytime of day, but your most productive times are first thing in the morning, pre-workout, post-workout, and before bed.

 

[topolo]

gp, how do i take it on an empty stomach when i am drinking a post workout recovery shake?

 

[brennan]

Originally posted by gopro
If you are using L-glutamine, you must take it on an empty stomach or absorbtion will be compromised! Take it at least 60 minutes after a meal and at least 30 minutes before a meal. Glutamine can be used anytime of day, but your most productive times are first thing in the morning, pre-workout, post-workout, and before bed.

I take glutamine in the morning with Swole and a protein blend. is this ok? i then take it postworkout with whey. should i be taking glutamine 4 times a day during the times you indicated? also, any specific time I should be taking the swole? it says 2 times a day 8-12 hrs apart so I just follow that. also, i only have one whey shake a day (post-workout). Is this ok? sorry for all questions. I guess this would be easier...I'm taking a protein blend and whey, swole and glutamine...wat should be my schedule with these? thanks gopro!