Advanced Muscle Science Body Mortar 100% more BCAAs and 50% more Leucine!
Undoubtedly, you want every heart pounding, energy depleting, iron pumping set to count. The conundrum is, with the plethora of supplements on the market today how do you choose? How do you know which one is absolutely the best? Youve tried many -probably with decent results. But have you peaked? Have you truly maximized and stimulated every muscle fiber to generate protein synthesis and recovery to its max?
Body Mortar is it! The real deallet me tell you why.
Common knowledge:
Leucine is a vital essential amino acid; the body cannot synthesize it naturally it needs to come from the diet. Youve undoubtedly heard of its ability to initiate protein synthesis in skeletal muscle. Importantly, out of all the BCAAs, only L-leucine can be oxidized by muscles for ATP production. By contrast, L-isoleucine and L-valine provide relatively little energy for muscles, and a molecule of either yields only one acetyl group. During strenuous exercise, L-leucine is oxidized at a greatly accelerated pace.
What else:
Leucine serves a number of purposes in human physiology related to strenuous muscle damaging exercise. It is a simple, dietary method to help preserve skeletal muscle tissue, enhance protein synthesis and decrease protein breakdown during times of catabolism (If youre training hard enough, catabolism should be rampant). Leucines principle mechanism of action is activating the anabolic pathway known as mTOR (mammalian target of rapamycin). This key pathway is a baseline by which the body determines whether or not sufficient protein exists to begin the synthesis of new skeletal tissue protein (i.e. muscle). Protein synthesis is initiated when there is a greater concentration of leucine in the mTOR pathway. Leucine will also cause a release of insulin, which will further encourage anabolism (its also one reason we added some carbs to Body Mortar to capitalize on promoting massive glycogen storage). Supplemental leucine is ideal to assist in potentiation of anabolic activities for lean mass promotion and its anti-catabolism properties. Leucine will also aid muscles in the recovery from the vigorous training from any type of athlete.
Now lets get serious (In-depth scientific view):
Leucine most likely controls protein turnover in muscle at the level of translation initiation. Leucine, when combined with the other two branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) valine and isoleucine, have also been shown to be anabolic and speed recuperation. BCAAs have been shown to independently stimulate muscle protein synthesis, a key consideration for the ability of the body to induce muscle gains. Other research has even shown that BCAA supplementation increases the hormones: testosterone, growth hormone, and insulin. All of these are highly anabolic hormones. Research also shows that under conditions of extreme stress, BCAA supplementation was shown to increase muscle mass, while subjects ingesting a placebo had no such change. *The important thing here is these people gained muscle under periods of intense training.
Tell me why Body Mortar?
Lets get to the guts of Body Mortar and what makes it so special. Nortons group has looked extensively at the pathways related to Leucine and mTOR. In 2007 his group published a paper on a study demonstrated that leucines effects were synergistic with insulin. Norton states toward the end of the study in most cases, the combination of amino acid supplements with carbohydrates produces additive effects on the stimulation of the PI3-kinase and mTOR pathways, producing the maximum rates of protein synthesis during recovery. In other words, some level of carbohydrates should be co administered with the leucine and other amino acids, in order to maximize the mTOR cascade and reap the most benefits of leucine administration on protein synthesis.
We use the most important muscle too!
A heavily relied on study AMS used in the formulation of Body Mortar was conducted by Crowe et al, 2006. Here the effects of leucine alone (no other BCAAs) were investigated on measures of body power, work and time to exhaustion. Results from this study showed significant increases in plasma leucine and additional increases in total power and time to exhaustion through supplementation of 45 mg/kg over the course of 6 weeks of supplementation. For a 220 lb bodybuilder, that equates to 4.5 g Leucine daily. Interestingly though, plasma concentrations of not only Leucine, but Leucine, Isoleucine and Valine were all increased through the supplementation of Leucine alone!
More on Body Mortar.
AMS believes L-leucine is far and above the best of the BCAA family when it comes to increasing protein synthesis hence the copious levels included in Body Mortar to ensure ample supplies.This stems part from theory part from the scientific community including the work of Anthony, JC et al 2000 and of course, the Crowe study mentioned above. However, even though it comprises an integral part of Body Mortar, L-valine and L-isoleucine are also key ingredients, along with L-Glutamine so here are a few of their benefits:
L-valine and L-isoleucine
Body Mortar also uses L-valine and L-isoleucine, which are other essential components of the BCAA family. They are used to maintain a positive nitrogen balance in the body. They also help support the repair of skeletal tissues. Glutamine is known as a cell volumizer and comprises the majority of dry weight of aminos within the cell. It is a critical component for recovery and repair of tissues.
Glutamine The Great Recovery Enhancing Amino Acid!
Body Mortar also packs a healthy 2.5 gram punch of muscle saving Glutamine. Research suggests that after intensely working out, glutamine levels in the body are reduced by as much as 50%. Since the body relies on glutamine as cellular fuel for the immune system, scientific studies suggest that glutamine supplementation can minimize the breakdown of muscle tissue and improve protein metabolism. In addition, Glutamines cell-volumizing effects have also been supported by several studies.
Body Mortar also uses:
A fast digesting Maltodextrin/Dextrose blended carb source for instant digestibility and uptake because once youve exceeded your stored energy during an intensive workout, it is crucial to tap in to that extra fuel and push beyond the norm hitting deep muscle fibers. Additionally, as mentioned in some of the scientific research above, addition of carbohydrates may potentiate the effects of mTOR on skeletal tissue pathways far beyond that what you get without.
The end result with Body Mortar is high concentrations of critical protein synthesis enhancing nutrients coupled with copious amounts of supporting ingredients. Carbs are essential not only for endurance, glycogen storage, performance and recovery, but they also may be highly synergistic in combination with Leucine and the pathways it invokes.
Advanced Muscle Science Body Mortar Works Well With:
Pre-Workout Energizer SuperPump250 Increase the muscle building power of your workout by 250% as compared to placebo! Causes rapid and measurable full muscle pumps! Reduces percentage of body fat!
High Absorption Creatine- Creatine Ethyl Ester is is an exceptionally soluble creatine which helps give your muscle added energy and can increase strength by 5-15% over a short period of time.
AMS Body Mortar Directions:
As a dietary supplement, mix 1 level scoop in 12-16 ounces of water and shake well. On training days or other athletic activities, consuming one serving (45 grams) before training and one serving during training. Store in a dry, cool place with lid tightly closed.
Nutrition Facts †Serving Size 1 Scoop
Servings Per Container 30
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| Amount Per Serving
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Serving
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% DV
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| Calories
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60.000
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| Calories from Fat
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0.000
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| Total Fat
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0.000 g
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| Saturated Fat
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0.000 g
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| Cholesterol
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0.000 g
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| Total Carbohydrate
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15.000 g
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5%
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0.000 g
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| Protein
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0.000 g
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| Sugars (Dextrose)
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7.500 g
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| Growth Complex
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| Complex Carb (Maltodextrin)
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7.500 g
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| Proprietary Blends
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Growth Complex
L-Leucine 3500mg, L-Isoleucine 875mg, L-Valine 875mg, Glutamine 1250mg.
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Endurance Electrolyte Matrix
Dipotassium Phosphate 200mg, Potassium Chloride 80mg, Sodium Phosphate 50mg.
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| *percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Ingredients: Citric Acid, Natural and Artificial Flavors (Raspberry FL. 213D13), Calcium Silicate, Bitter Blocker, Sucralose, Acesulfame Potassium, FD&C Blue #1 Aluminum Lake.
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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
†Nutritions Facts are a simulation of the product "Nutrition Label". For the actual Nutrition Label please refer to the product packaging.
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