Insosine, Creatine and . . . ?

sillyme · 26-Feb-04, 10:48 AM

I've been reading a few body building books. And have most enjoyed Weider's "Ultimate BodyBuilding" book. It's very comprehensive.

The problem is that I"m not sure if I should trust his supplement reccomendations. After all, he makes a market in these things. They are part of his profit center. Of course, that is the same problem with many magazines, etc.

So, I'm asking my fellow DF'rs - - - what type of supplement program would you suggest for me?

Female
lifting three on - one off
weigh 139 pounds (yes gained weight since I've been lifting heavily)
limited budget
want to keep it as simple as possible

I want to build muscle and reduce fat. Not trying to get scrawny

Speedfreak · 26-Feb-04, 11:13 AM

If you're wanting the basics, there's a few that I'll usually recommend to people that are all pretty safe.

You need a good protein powder
You should take some flax seed oil, or something similar
You should take a good multivitamin

If you want to look muscular and don't mind retaining water, creatine is one of the most effective supplements for me. I find I can usually do another 1-2 heavy reps while on creatine, that I can't otherwise. It also gives me a nice psychological boost (from appearance) which helps me as well.

There's my .02 for ya.

Speedfreak · 26-Feb-04, 11:15 AM

Oh yeah, I don't have a clue what Isonine is...?

sillyme · 26-Feb-04, 11:46 AM

oh, I meant "inosine"

sillyme · 26-Feb-04, 07:31 PM

come on - no more supplement advice from anyone?

wha'ts the flax seed oil for?

Brock6 · 26-Feb-04, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by sillyme

come on - no more supplement advice from anyone?

wha'ts the flax seed oil for?

Its heathly fats for your body. It helps your body burn fat and speed metabolism. I heard its also good for recovering and for your knees. I take 6 a day and rarely get sore anymore.