5 Most OVERRATED Supplements (WASTE OF CASH!)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 26 ก.ค. 2024
- Fitness supplements can be a tricky topic. While there are a select few bodybuilding supplements to build muscle and improve health/performance (such as protein powders, multivitamins, fish oil, pre-workout and creatine), the true list of supplements that work is quite minimal and the vast majority of so called "muscle building supplements" are simply a waste of money. In today's video I'll be going over a list of 5 overrated supplements you probably don't need. Not all of these are necessarily "supplement scams" (though a few are), but they're definitely way over hyped for what they are. If you want to gain muscle, lose fat and increase strength while saving money, this is definitely a video you want to watch.
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When will the preworkout be available? Always out of stock when I look.
Sean, can you do a video clarifying Protein Utilization, Efficiency, or Bio-availability of Whey Protein versus other protein sources?. I am asking because there is a product called "Perfect Aminos" that claims the perfect ratio or balance of muscle-building amino acids where 100% is utilized for muscle growth. They have a table showing Whey as only 18% Utilized so therefore you need their product. They show eggs at 48% and meat, fish, chicken at 32% of protein utilized. But I have found information about Net Protein Utilization (NPU) Bio-Availability (BV) , and Protein Digestibility Corrected Amino Acid Score (PDCAAS), which all say that Eggs and Whey are 100% efficient. Thanks
Gravity transformation, is benefitial or not sir
Sean,
I would like to show this video to my sports nutrition class. We just covered this exact content last week. You are extremely accurate on the studies and how the supplements work or don't. As much as I bash social media in the class, this video would be great fro them to see that real information is available.
Hey Sean,
PureForm still out of stock. Any idea when’s coming back?
Thanks
I don't know, Sean, it seems to ME like you're encouraging people to live an overall balanced life, eat a balanced diet, and prioritize whole foods and exercise. THAT'S NOT WHAT THE INFLUENCES TOLD ME, SEAN! What are you hiding from us??
Haha exactly, he's too honest and doesn't sell or promote BS products. Weird, right? Something doesn't add up here...
Because most people used to fitness influencers selling shitty programs and absurd supplements. He's gaining your trust to subscribe on his channel. He doesn't hide anything. He is also selling his own supplements though but he didn't highlight enough on his videos.
@@PussyDevourer69 you realize I was being facetious, right? So we're clear?
@@Moose92411 No i thought u were being real? How dare you!
He's probably reptilian :D but more seriously speaking, Sean isn't entertaining. I know, it may sound like something bad but I can watch coach G. if I look for entertainment. Sean is the guy who compresses facts into short YT clips creating a small pill which we could call "a supplement of knowledge". I don't watch Sean for the same reason as I do watch other YT fitness people. Sure, I can get solid portion of knowledge from other influencers, too but it's like with a candy wrapped in fancy wrapper. It takes longer to unwrap it than to eat it :D Sometimes I just want that candy without any wrapper :) This is what I get when I watch Sean's videos. Also, the way he advertises his products is different. He never claims his products are the best of the best and shove them down one's throat. He is quite unique creator in fitness industry.
(just a disclaimer, I realize your comment is for fun :) )
Order of operations
1:15 Beta Alanine
3:15 Advanced creatine
5:33 Test boosters
8:05 Mass Gainers
9:54 Fat burners
In Germany we say "Ehrenmann"
Danm beta alanine
You’re the best without knowing you’re the best.
@@m4ddoxzzz369 Honor man
Thank you bro
I like this guy, he always backs up his claims with rational information and has an effective way of narrating and conveying knowledge in the videos
@Just Gage plus one on Jeff, I like his content too
@Just Gage Don't forget dereck MPMD
This guy’s the walmart version of Jeff Nippard
@Just Gage shut the f up with that science nerd who's pushing people to consume At Least 180g protein a day.
dude is funny too
weak dosages are the biggest annoyance.
just cause it's on the label doesn't mean there's enough of it
This annoyed me af with "super advanced" multi-vitamins for athletes... I deadass went to the local pharmacy and bought one that had 2-3x higher dosage for half the price. 3/4 of the shit on the market is just scam with pretty marketing.
Just take more?
Hey sean!
I just wanted to thank you. Since october 2020 Ive lost 60kg or 132lbs. Most of my motivation comes from your videos. Ive made huge improvements on not only muscle and strenght, but more important overall health! Thank you very much for all the No bs info! 💪🏻
Good on you bro!
GOOD SHIT!
hell yeah bro
What a fucking king👑
Keep up the hard work
He's a top G
This is solid advice, explained in a lucid and articulate manner, as would be expected from Sean. TH-camrs striving for the truth are extremely rare... Sean deserves a huge compliment for his transparency!
Couldn't agree more
this video is awful these are good supplements you shouldn't be discouraged from using them. Even the fat burner.
Mass/weight gainers are one of the worst supplements IMO as they’re absurdly calorie dense & cause people to gain unnecessary excess bodyfat more than anything else. In most cases, simply increasing protein intake, eating a healthier balanced diet, & working harder & smarter in the gym are the simplest fixes that will net the best results.
They are super cheap to make too, thats why supps companies try to push them through ads, sponsored bodybuilders
There are good mass gainers out there with not a shit ton of sugars. As a student whos out all day, having half a scoop of mass gainer in my shaker makes calories on the go very easy
Its a good tool for specific situations, but the way they are advertised is missleading. Im bulking on 4500 cals rn and barely gaining weight, mass gainers definitely help not feel like im puking the whole time.
Increasing protein intake isn't a good way for hardgainers to gain weight. Protein just fills you up faster.
They need to up their carbs and fats.
Not to mention they taste / feel fucking gross. It feels like the lining of my stomach is coated in gunk.
really looking forward to trying out your pre-workout. tried many others before without even realizing that taste is not the only thing that matters :D (your video about your own pre workout kind of opened my eyes on that topic)
I really enjoy watching your videos because they have the perfect balance of energy, are not too loud and not too boring, have good straightforward answers to the most common questions, and no drama. "no bs content" summarises it perfectly.
I personally come from a more calisthenics/ climbing-ish focused community and it's safe to say that most of the nutrition advice applies not only to fitness/ bodybuilding but can be really helpful in any sport
keep up the good content and restock the pre-workout asap :DD
Hey Sean! I just want to say thank you so much for giving us high quality information. I’ve tried working out few times before and all failed because I was so confused and frustrated with all the youtube trainers saying different things and having unrealistic expectations I thought I didn’t even know I had. I was lost. This time, I came across your channel, and you are the most helpful and truthful trainer youtuber I’ve came across. Watching your videos not only motivate me to work out but also help me understand the purpose of working out. I’m glad that you’re doing what you love!
it's not high quality
This is so helpful. Thanks
Subbed, I really like your no BS non fake hype approach to all things regarding fitness.
I’m literally checking your channel everyday for the video of supplements you HIGHLY recommend. I have def been victim of buying these BS sups and not seeing any results/ rather feeling pins and needles and my CC bills going up. Thank you so much for these videos
I agree with you man I personally use
Magnesium
Creatine Monohydrate
Vitamin D
Vitamins C, Milk thistle, Zinc, Turmeric
B12 and B complex
Collagen peptides, Whey protein
Raw local honey in the gym for glycogen
Hope this helps someone 👍🏻
@@davidveltum6730 hell yeah!!!
nice supplements man. I take a multi with ashwagandha, creatine monohydrate, fish oil, and i'm going to be taking magnesium and l-citruline
@@klausheinherfaur6932 yeah I agree with all of that. Get the raw citruline powder. I started using that recently it lowers blood pressure and brings your veins out In your forearms. It can also help with ED if you ever have it and gives great pumps in the gym. Try to get a gallon of water in everyday 👍🏻 💪🏼
What brand of protein powder you guys taking
@@gt-hoverclown3338 isopure. It’s expensive but really easy to digest and tastes great. It’s my overall favorite for about 20 years now
loving the content and got my training guide!!, wondering when the pre workout might be in stock
Love ur videos Sean , keep it up man straight to the point no bullshido
Yo Sean, just wanted to say thanks for your great content. Your book "The Truth About Building Muscle" was my handbook when I was just starting out over a decade ago. Learned a ton from you and I'm psyched to see you've got more great stuff to share here.
57 seconds in and I tell you Sir Sean - you may be the most honest person on the Internet giving health advice. Cheers.
Very grounding information. Really helps slice through all the BS and get back to basics.
The best fitness TH-cam channel. Glad to see it taking off (I remember when you had way less subscribers) and hope it continues to grow.
Got a bit anxious towards the end that BCAAs would somehow avoid a chopping block. Good save there.
I take EAAs.
Some topics I’d be interested to see:
Thoughts on Nuclei training,
Most neglected muscles in common routines, or in general,
And your ideal “perfect” weekly workout schedule (what muscles to what days, and exercises you’d do on your own to make sure you get all of the muscle group)
Thanks for the great information Sean!
This channel has been very beneficial for me as I get deeper into my own fitness journey. I've been doing MMA for a couple years now, and have decided to get more physically fit to supplement that lifestyle. So, thank you for being a good source of information for people that are just trying to achieve their fitness goals!
Sean, you should definitely make a video about what kind of ingredients we should either avoid or have in preworkout supplements
Hey Sean, I would love you’re opinion on the current trending supplement turkesterone.
Very informative video, thanks!
solid info this vid earned my sub
When I was new to lifting my boss at the time who was an experienced bodybuilder told me the same thing, he said " these supplements you're taking are just a waste of money, these companies just want to make a buck"
It took me a few years of taking powders and pills to learn the same truth for myself.
They help though
@@memenazi7078 they don't
Sean: I really don't think that ingesting and relying on a stimulant cocktail every single day over a long term period is a good idea..
Me: *about to scoop my second serving of pre-workout*
who cares. Not funny, boring meme comment. Get lost.
Yeah, Beta-Alanine is like bathing, recommended daily. I take pre-workout every day, even if I don't train, I feel good with it🤷🏻♂️
@@krisamagus1 Yeah ur mad
@@cole5953 what about you?
@@krisamagus1 listen to this guy 🤣🤣
Love your videos and program Sean! Do you about when you’ll be restocking pureform?
Thank you for what you do bro!
Great video Sean and really well condensed. I'm so glad you discussed fat burners cause they really get in my nerves. My life is too chaotic to keep track of and pay for all these different types of ineffective supplements. As a dad of four kids running multiple business I gotta keep things simple and on point. All the best to you!
Sean thank you for your videos as they are always so informative. I never got sucked into the (This is going to increase your testosterone) gimmicks. Way back in the late 70's BlackBelt magazine did an article in which they stated, "The only thing that works like a steroid is a steroid." My only supplement that I take is a Vitamin D3.
Such an underrated fitness channel, love the content
Started viewing this channel recently, great content hats off
I mean from personal experience monohydrate gave me bad stomach pains. I switched to Kre-Akalyn and I feel a lot better and I’ve seen great results. Personal benefits I guess. Great video btw! Keep em coming!
do u think his pre-work out is good? Have u tried it?
Hey, Sean! Love your no B.S. information that gets straight to the point. You’re a real gem.
Question, how soon will your Real Science Athletics protein power be available for purchase? My current whey is almost running out and I will definitely be buying yours next!
One trustworthy fitness youtuber. Sean's content is very good, learnt so much from it
Hi sean! Great video as always. Thanks for the information, also if by any chance you see this i really want your recommendation protein powders.
Hi Sean,
Excluding the obvious ones like protein powder or caffeine, can you make a video about lesser known supplements that might have benefits (L-citrulline, L-theanine etc.)?
I think BCAA's do kinda make sense for some people (vegetarians or vegans mostly) but yeah it's insane to me that so many people fall for this whole marketing scheme to make them the n°1 supplement
BCAA's don't work as well as EAA's. imagine you're building a roof on four pillars (made of bricks) one pillar is short of bricks, that limits how high you can put the roof. BCAA's don't offer the full spectrum of essential amino acids, and so they limit muscle protein synthesis. Whether EAA's are a good supplement, or you should just have a fast digesting protein powder before or during the workout is another story. Personally I like EAA's bc even if they do nothing if you're in a fed state, or very little, compared to sports drinks (mio) or something, they're super cheap per serving, and the servings are huge (almost a litre) Helps me drink more water during the workout.
@@andrewciricillo9726 Literally why I use EAA over BCAA... The amount of water I drink in workouts is higher and also gives a different taste. Then again I could get a low / 0 calorie sweetener or flavor to put in the water, but the EAA will add some positives as well unlike the flavors... And as you said, you can get em quite cheap so, why not use them. They're not detrimental unless you consume a sh*tload of them for no particular reason
@@andrewciricillo9726 I did believe EAAs were a smart choice because of their ability to digest quickly and provide your muscles with the amino acids they need immediately… until I later learned that you are perfectly fine consuming your protein throughout the day, and as long as you’ve consumed the recommended amount for your size, muscle synthesis will occur as desired. So… a good supplement if you had a busy day without much food in general. I take them because I have a light breakfast and by the time I hit the gym in the evening, I’m probably only sitting at about half my daily protein intake, and EAAs (hopefully) prevent muscle breakdown until I’m able to consume my remaining protein later on .
Good channel. Worth a subscription!
Great video 👏
How do you feel about micro-ionized creatine? Seems to basically be creatine monohydrate but I'm wondering if there's any tangible differences
As far as I'm aware it is simply basic monohydrate but just ground into finer particles, the theory being an improved absorption.
Thanks Sean for the clarification re. Beta Alanine, as I’ve read from other sources that this supplement’s benefits are minimal even during marathon cardio sessions. I also note that your RS PURE FORM pre-workout doesn’t contain it. Thank you for remaining honest and consistent!
Long time no see..still good content! is that your gym?
Great vid … thank u for all tips 👍👍👍👍👍💯helpful… hope to see more great vids 💖💖💖
Could you make a video on Turkesterone, I’ve seen some hype about it being the next staple supplement like creatine but before I part with my money I would like some science based information on it and if it would affect my health.
Same
Derek from MPMD has some good videos on Turk
@@N8_Dogg hahaha.. That came out in the 90s with not much results.. same crap just a different name
In the end of the day,
if it's too expensive for my wallet I couldn't afford it anyway, no matter how sweet is influencer promote it to me
Gains is good but paying the bill still my priority
True brother
Glad I found your channel. I've always use natural way Optimum Nutrition. not into supplements but figured that's been a good product for over 15 years for me. Just started considering doing creatine, doing research now, which seems to be pretty benign actually. So glad to find this video. I also started putting matcha in my natural yogurt protein shakes.
I really like your Pure Form pre workout supplement, can't wait for you to get it back in stock!👍
I literally started taking beta alanine because of a video where you said creatine works even better when you take it with beta alanine
😂😂😂😂😂
Lolx
You should properly research before starting/taking new supplement
Beta alanine does have its benefits but its one of those things you need every day not just in preworkout
Sean would you be able to look into White Kidney Bean Extract as a supplement? It essentially lowers absorption of carbs, thus lowering how many calories you get from them. Its pretty well-researched and doesnt have bad side effects. Obviously it’s a modest effect and maybe decreases daily calories by 200 or so but it might help in a high carb calorie deficit phase. I’ve just not heard many reputable people mention them so I’m wondering what your thoughts are!
Its an extract? Why not eat the kidney beans directly. The fiber in it will slow the absorption of carbohydrates, the protein will help build your muscles and the antioxidants and minerals also help with general body function. Also slowing the absorption of calories dont decrease the amount of calories consumed
@@FirstLast-pt7bm because you’d have to eat a lot more kidney beans than usual to match the effect of the extract. The 200 calories a day or so is from taking the extract 2-3 times before meals. Of course eating whole food has much more benefits than supplementation but supplements help in certain situations. This could help someone lose fat just a little bit faster without having to increase activity/eat less. And it doesn’t SLOW carb absorption, it literally decreases it overall. So (totally arbitrary numbers here), if you eat 50g of carbs without the extract, your body takes in all the energy and nutrients from all 50 grams. If you take the extract though, it might only take 35 grams and the other 15 grams pass through your bowels without being absorbed. So thats 15g of carbs that you didnt get the calories from
@@FirstLast-pt7bm Even better: save money and cut out the carbs you don't want to absorb?
the lab Pharmechem who made the extract paid for the study. Results were not reliable b/c they had all these other factors thrown in, other fat burning ingredients and such. Also caused gas in Stage 1, bruh!!
@@mishkathlay the study I looked at was a review that cited multiple other studies and their results, including animal studies. They used extract pills with different concentrations and mg amounts. There might be some confounding studies but a review is a lot more comprehensive with many positive results, which is why I said “well-researched”
Hey Sean, I think it would be a good idea (if you haven’t already covered it) to review/have your opinion about fitness/gym accessories (i.e., Charles Glass’ lift pad).
I have been racking my brain trying to figure out what supplements to take. Saw your video and I’m just sticking to my preworkout. 🤙🏽
I ordered your fish oil supplements last week and they arrived in like two days! I was shocked at how quickly they got here! Love your advice and these fish oils are some of the most potent I've found online. Thanks for all that you do!
What do fish oils do exactly?
@@HonorViego it’s for in bed
potent fish oil. Right. lol
Unnecessary and immoral to fish
@@HonorViego containging either DHA or EPA they’re both a must-have for brain/heart function. Fights inflammation in bones/ joints.
Sean, great insight on some of the overrated supplements especially the many versions of creatine. However, what is your take on Creapure, the German creatine, is it legit or a marketing scheme?
I know I'm not Sean, but from what I've seen it's a very slight increase. If you have an abundant amount of money I'd say it's worth it, otherwise not.
Best fitness youtuber out there and really wish more people could see and hear your content Sean!
True information brother
So basically this whole video was for Sean to sell us his supplements 😂👏🏼
beta alanine is definitely a mixed bag, dependent upon training style. I'm into high rep sets for a good 2/3rds of my sets & do plenty of LISS, so I find it mildly helpful but far from essential (I have not regularly used for like 5+ years or so). Weigh those risks vs benefits (yeah, cost/money counts too)....savage comment about scrotum itch kept in a professional, serious tone. Nice Sean! LOL.
a good pre should have beta alanine so i think it shouldnt be bought seperately
@@ashpvp4062 yeah but the thing is beta alanine is something needed to be taken daily whereas a pre-workout is typically considered as needed/pro re nata (not necessarily taken everyday consistently)
@@markkoval5984 That argument goes out the window when everyone places creatine in their preworkouts.
@@Oyashio202 just furthers the point of pre-workouts containing MANY ingredients that don't necessarily make sense in the context of using a substance sporadically. Pre-workout of choice = coffee/espresso/5hour energy
@@Oyashio202 the point is that pre workouts should't have creatine either
Straight to the point, I love it! I'm glad that I don't have any of those at home lol
Love the no bs thing bro keep it up rare people breed is the honest ones 👏
Hello, Sean! I have an issue that I think you can help me with. My right tricep is far, far stronger than my left for… reasons… when I’m doing isolation exercises I always end up failing 4-5 reps sooner on my left than on my right. What should I do?
Id say keep training your triceps unilaterally (one side at a time), and determine the weight and rep range based on your weaker side. Your right side definitely won’t be pushed hard enough during this, but that’s ok because youre trying to equalize their strength. 4-5 reps difference in each side isn’t that big to be honest, you should be able to equalize each side within a few weeks (if not quicker) of progressive overload. Once you feel both your right and left sides are working close to failure to the same level, then youll be at the same strength.
Just make sure you don't overdo it so as to not damage any tedons or ligaments. Or tear a muscle cause you had to do a 1 arm tricep extensions for max lbs for max reps. *Introducing the forehead slap*
Sean... what about supplements that claim to improve sleep (and thereby reducing cortisol).
It can be very confusing when people/companies make claims about supplements impacting hormone levels.
Thanks.
So lowering cortisol and improving sleep will both improve testosterone levels. But these are only worth it for people who have that problem. If you have insomnia, then a melatonin supplement to improve sleep will likely increase testosterone. Don’t take melatonin if you don’t have sleep issues tho, long term use of it isn’t great for you. As for cortisol blockers, it’s the same thing. If you live a high stress life they can help, but not necessary at all
@@ethanburka7235 highly recommend a 360ug melatonin supplement or 1mg liposomal melatonin too. Anything above that the cons may eventually outweigh the benefits
Something like Ashwagandha has also been known to reduce stress and improve sleep quality but not everyone feels its effects. For me,.personally, it has noticeably improved my sleep quality and duration.
@@heavenlydenied Adding onto the herbal side of things, Passionflower is also strongly recommended to aid with sleep.
Good info...
Hello Sean great content, can you or have done any reviews of Non Stim pre-workouts? Do you have any recommendations for Non stims ?
Thanks for the knowledge
Regarding Creatine Hcl, It's a waste of money in the sense that flying First Class is. Doesn't get you anywhere different or faster than someone sitting in Economy on the same flight. BUT, if you can afford it, it's definitely worth it. It dissolves so much easier and better than regular creatine, especially in a cold, sweet drink. And imparts a tart lemonade-y flavor to your beverage.
agreed! +regardless of what most research suggests- I experienced ~30% strength increase in my bench press/squats/DL by switching to 5g HCL instead of 5-6g monohydrate within 5 weeks, all else held constant.
Creatine hcl is extremely cheap. 60 servings for 30 dollars at gnc
Creatine HCl has also never given me diarrhea, whereas monohydrate gives me some digestive distress unless I take it directly after eating. I do take monohydrate but being able to take creatine whenever is a nice convenience point to HCl
@@AAlrisheq 30%... hmmm.... so next month you'll be able to bench press a Hummer.
@@AAlrisheq Lmao thanks for the laugh
You can always count on Sean to supply the truth. That's why I tell everyone to watch his videos and teach them how to pronounce his name for 10 minutes.
Watch Greg Doucette😂😂😂
@@headshot9611 no doubt. Coach Greg's videos are great if for no other reason than to listen to his pronunciations
My friend, thanks for the information. Is there any preworkout that you reccomend?
A real expert.. knows his shit inside n out... great channel!
Some might argue that EAAs are easier to digest and more bioavailable. I just don't buy EAAs because they are so damn expensive.
It's tough and I agree. The reason for price I guess is: BCAA = incomplete EAA = complete
@@potatowaffle5653 I’m pretty sure if you have enough quality protein in your diet you don’t need any of those. They literally render protein down to get the baca/eaa. That’s why they are so expensive
@@barnsey96 I agree but this poster wasn't asking about that but you are right 👍
I disagree with the weight gainer one because I was someone who could never build the appetite to eat enough calories to gain weight. I started off tracking my calories and I was struggling to hit 2k a day when I needed 2800 so I have been using a gainer for 2 years now and it makes a huge difference. my body weight went from 120 shredded(because I didn't eat) to 175 lean. Also I'm really active going to the gym 6 times a week and playing sports recreationally 3 times a week. My only issue was trial and error with a lot of different brands some of them are loaded with sugar and the higher quality ones are expensive. But I got a part time job at a sports nutrition store so I get everything at almost half the cost lol.
Put olive oil on your food, that's it.
What's one you recommend because I'm in the same boat now (skinny)
Great video brother! I do have to say though I agree with everything you said about beta alanine but for me personally I like it just because the itch makes me push so much harder haha😂 in my head the only way to make the itch go away is to push some heavy weight so placebo or not I like it 😂
Plzz make a video on how to engage your core during workout that will be a huge help
Can u build muscle without supplements like whey and creatine i cant afford them now im six months into training I've seen some good results but im afraid im gonna miss out on my newbies gainz
Definitely ✌️🔥
Proper Diet💪💪wiil help you get to your goal ✌️
Eggs.So cheap.
Whey is only really useful as a way to conveniently get more protein in, so if you get adequate protein from your diet, then protein powder becomes unnecessary.
I decided to quit creatine over paranoia relating to hairloss, so I don't personally rate it as particularly necessary either.
Creatine is definitely worth it and very cheap.
Whey is a waste of money and overly hyped.
Hey Sean, I'm vegan and generally have a hard time fitting in enough protein in my diet (especially considering some plant-based protein sources are incomplete and I can't really be bothered meal-planning around complementing protein sources very precisely). I do supplement with a regular protein-blend but I just never quite hit my macros with 1 shake and really don't want to drink more than that, I think they just taste disgusting and the consistency isn't any better. So I picked up the habbit of consuming EAAs during training (where I especially don't want to drink a a protein shake) and maybe another serving spread out over the day. Any opinion on this use of EAAs? I feel like you've been bashing them a lot but I don't really see how EAAs are so much worse than protein powder, they cost about 10-15% more for me and have some carbs, but I've been doing this for a while and haven't gained a significant amount of fat and am willing to pay a tiny bit extra for not having to force something down my throat. Am I missing anything here?
edit; Since a lot of people have made (mostly great!) reccomendations about a healthy and protein-rich vegan diet, I'd like to add that I feel confident in my nutrition knowledge in general, but just have a naturally low appetite and am getting to a point where I would have to eat extra meals when not hungry or put additional protein sources in meals where I don't think they would generally fit in. So what I'm wondering is specifically if there is any downsides to EAAs other than having extra carbs & being a bit pricier than regular protein powder. Of course the carbs add up if you try to supplement ~40g of protein, but what I'm looking for is usually just another 10-20g, and those extra 150-300 calories just don't really matter for me at this point.
I am an eggetarian (81 kg) and I am also still not able to hit protein macro even though I am taking a post-workout shake, Most of the protein I get is from whey and eggs. It is very hard to take lean protein from vegetables and plants.
@@harshitkamboj5870 I'm a bit confused about the term eggetarian, do you usually ommit dairy products? Because whey protein is a dairy product as far as I know
If I may add my perspective here, I think that's the
unavoidable issue with vegan diets. Especially if one is considering cutting while keeping a high amount of proteins to hold on to muscles.
If you're vegan you will basically have to eat the same high protein legumes over and over and in relatively high amounts, soy products, and protein powders. It is just how it is.
Supplementing with EAAs while being vegan makes sense, so that one doesn't have to "make up" with extra protein to have the same anabolic effect.
But I'd say on the other hand to just not stress it that much.
If you're making progress in the gym you're fine, one shouldn't listen to the supplement industry recommendations
I’m not vegan but I like ghost vegan protein with skim milk. I down 6 servings daily easy. Maybe swap with plant milk. 🤷🏾♂️
Meat
I’m pretty new to this channel but have you covered the topic of breathing tips to help when doing reps to failure?
Man I was just going through the chapters at first and I was bout to get angy my eaas and creatine but yeah no once again another good video
I can't train without the itch, even if it is a placebo effect, it definitely makes me train harder. Why people don't like it boggles my mind🤷♂️ Majority of people don't like it? I don't know about that, maybe it's different in South Africa, but every person I've ever worked out with used pre-workout with beta-alanine
And from what I see on the shelves is way more choices for Pre-workout with Beta-Alanine than Stim Free Pre-Workouts, I don't think companies would invest in it if it didn't sell
I had trouble gaining biceps and triceps back in the early 2k's and tried a red serum creatine which was instructed to place under the tongue and the results were amazing upper arm growth 💪
placebo
@@gankt acid 😁
@@gankt It isnt placebo
@@johnwig285 if you think a special type of creatine gives you upper arm specific gains, you are not very smart
@@gankt
The thing you don’t understand is that different supplements work different from
Different ppl….I seen it before some
People take a supplement and it may not have an effect on one person but may have an effect on another m…. Do you even lift bro 😎
Great video
Brilliant!
For long duration exercise, my understanding is that B-A is effective in the same way that creatine is, i.e. when saturation over time is achieved.
Edit: my bad, you clarified this point. Sorry!
I mean i guess Creatine is more effective cause it boost your energy and it makes your muscles bigger
@@sinabashirinejad1701 please don't give supplementation advice to anyone 😄
@@Moose92411 Creatine is better than BA at least that's what everyone knows
@@sinabashirinejad1701 but BA is better than everything else after creatine also. The need to dose outside of the preworkout applies to creatine as well. Besides, if you say I don't need BA since I don't do cardio... there's something already inherently wrong with your training routine.
@@sinabashirinejad1701 you're an absolute buffoon. Why would a runner take creatine? A rower? A swimmer? Why do you get to decide what's better? What about people who medically respond badly to creatine? There are no universal constants that "everybody knows."
My Non Essential list 👇🏻.
1- Weight/ Mass Gainers.
2- Bcaa
3- Eaa
4- L- Carnitine, CLA
5- Far Burners.
Essentials 👇🏻
1- Whey and Casein
2- Creatine
3- Caffeine
4- Fish Oil
5- Multivitamins
EAA's aren't non essential tho
@@timeban7761 100% non essential. One can actually invest the same money to get all 21 amino acids together aka whey protein
I think creatine is higher than whey for me
Whey - eww
Casein - eww
Fish oil - eww
Multivitamins - eat more plants
@@moreropelesshope6747 In terms of effectiveness - Yes higher as one can definitely feel more strength on the same day of use which is Miraculous.
But can't sideway the benefit of Protein.
What an excellent video. Spot on. Deserves way more views!
Good vid :)
Coconut water or just plain coffee is far better than any pre work out, in my opinion. As for supplements, I think nobody needs them as long as they have a well-rounded diet. Of course, I'm talking about average gym-goers, not pro athletes
Well-rounded diet does not apply to creatine tho, isnt 5g of creatine like 1.5kgs of meat lol
@@hubabuba4304
Pre workout, not creatine
I think beta alanine actually showed benefits in later sets though, even without super high rep sets. Possibly cardio as well.
Not that I've seen but I could be wrong. Maybe negligible effects but I don't personally find the ROI to be good for me
Thx Sean
Yo this dose help a lot, but could you release a video that shows which ones are good, or which ones you’d recommend ?
I like hamborgier
Dude, massive props for mentioning the benefits of fibre! I don’t think enough bodybuilders consider it. Don’t skip the soluble and insoluble fibres! Don’t get colon cancer!
Thanks, buff John legend! 😁
Great vids Sean. When you first started at the gym and saw all those jacked people in the dumb bell section, did you have any insecurity going over there, and if so, how did you overcome it?
Stop comparing yourself to other people, man. Just walk over and grab your weights and then do your sets. Look straight ahead in the mirror and focus on yourself and only worry about being bigger than you were last time. All those jacked guys at the gym didn't get big by looking at other people. You can do it, just go in and do the damn thing.
Damn you look so much older in your dirty bulk days. It just shows how a proper diet just makes you look better overall.
List:-
*Beta analine
*advanced creatines
*testosterone boosters
*weight gainers
*BCAA's and EAA's
Thank me later.
Great video and from my 25 years training and passing out many of the latest and greatest supplements I totally agree. I do like to sip EAA's to sip at work and during my workouts as I have an incredibly physical job and train often. I Hope many newbies find your channel brother, you're one of the best! Thanks.
The website looks great Sean