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About BCAAs - Branched Chain Amino Acids
BCAAs are the three Amino Acids: Leucine, Isoleucine and Valine
There are nine Essential Amino Acids that the body cannot produce itself, so they must be consumed through food or supplement form. Of those nine, the three BCAAs play a vital role in muscle development because they are metabolised in muscle rather than the liver.
They are very valuable when taken before, during or after training as they provide your body with fuel (energy) and help to kickstart protein synthesis in your muscles for faster recovery. Faster recovery means faster results!
4 Proven Benefits of BCAAs
Increased Muscle Growth
In a UK study, people who consumed a drink with 5.6 grams of BCAAs after their resistance workout had a 22% greater increase in muscle protein synthesis compared to those who consumed a placebo drink
Decreased Muscle Soreness
Several studies show that BCAAs decrease protein breakdown during exercise, and in another study, people who supplemented with BCAAs before a squat exercise experienced reduced DOMS and muscle fatigue compared to the placebo group.
Reduced Exercise Fatigue
In two studies, participants who supplemented with BCAAs improved their mental focus during exercise, which is thought to result from the fatigue-reducing effect of BCAAs
Prevents Muscle Wasting
Several studies support the use of BCAA supplements for inhibiting muscle protein breakdown. This may improve health outcomes and quality of living in certain populations.