BCAA for Bulking
In theory, adding muscle mass is simple – increase your calorie intake, lift heavy and keep your protein levels high. Combining the three, under certain circumstances alongside a balanced nutritional diet, can stimulate muscle repair.
To be able to push yourself harder in the gym, you need to supply your body with extra energy, which is why you need to consume a calorie surplus. However, whilst increasing your calories, you should still stick to a lean diet comprising of the three main macronutrients: carbohydrates, lean protein and essential fats. Sticking to a strict diet and an intense training plan can be difficult with all the stresses of everyday life, and a busy work schedule. When training hard, your protein levels need to remain high.
Using BCAAs whilst bulking can provide your body with additional essential amino acids, the building blocks of protein. Here, we look at why you might supplement BCAAs :
Amino acid boost
You can supplement BCAA powder into a sports drink or cordial to sip throughout your workout to ensure that you make the most out of your workout.
Protein synthesis
In order to build muscle mass, the rate of protein synthesis must exceed the rate of protein breakdown – and muscle recovery is key when your aim is to build new muscle. If your old muscle tissue can’t heal, then new muscle won’t be built.
BCAAs are the building blocks of protein. Protein levels should remain high as they help to maintain and build new muscle.
