Whatever type of sports activity you do - running, basketball, gymnastics or powerlifting - you will not be able to succeed without a properly composed one. The right choice of products, vitamins and nutritional supplements will guarantee that the body will be supplied with the necessary and building materials for an intense workout, followed by high-quality recovery and strengthening of the entire muscle volume of your body.
Nutrition for successful workouts
Athletics, running
Be sure to eat enough amount of proteins: they will be used as building materials to restore the structure of cells, the synthesis of hormones and antibodies. If there is too little protein in the diet, this can cause the destruction of muscle tissue cells, disruption of hormone production, and a drop in performance. 
As the main energy sources it is recommended to choose carbohydrates, but remember: unutilized energy reserves (glycogen) are stored in the liver, and subsequently deposited as fat reserves. Fats, being an integral part of cell membranes, also perform construction and energy function.
Before training (maximum one and a half hours), you should take a serving easily digestible carbohydrates(e.g. energy bars or banana milk smoothie). Fibrous carbohydrates (vegetables, grain bread, cereals) are best consumed after a workout, or long before it, as such foods are heavy on the stomach and can cause discomfort or pain when jogging.
Power training
The nutrition of an athlete during strength training should be strictly balanced and as often as possible (moderate portions every four hours). Each serving should contain complete proteins, slow carbohydrates and healthy fats. An hour and a half before the start of the workout, you can eat a portion of slow carbohydrates (oatmeal, whole grain bread sandwich), after the workout - a protein shake (powdered, from a sports nutrition store, or prepared on your own - milk, egg whites).
The diet of a person involved in weight training must strictly meet the set goals:
- If a person is -, then full-fledged high-quality proteins, slow carbohydrates and some unsaturated fats should prevail in his diet.
- If you are aiming to gain "mass" (increase the volume of muscle tissue) - let's say a small surplus of carbohydrates and proteins.
The goal is weight loss
Regardless of the type of training, if your first priority is to lose weight, you must strictly follow the rules below:
- Mandatory calorie deficit- there are online calculators and tables for calculating the daily calorie content of a person based on his physical parameters, frequency and severity of loads. Your task is to consume the resulting calorie value minus 10-15%, in which case you will be provided with a slow and correct weight loss without deplorable health consequences;
- Choose useful and high-quality products, get rid of the unnecessary: confectionery sweets, cakes and pastries, sausages, fatty sauces and semi-finished products, in addition to high calorie content, contain a lot of harmful components, dyes and preservatives;
- After any workout (be it a long run or a set of exercises with dumbbells), refrain from eating for a couple of hours, at which time the body will expend adipose tissue as an energy source.
Vitamins and minerals for runners
Providing the body essential substances(such as calcium, zinc, manganese, selenium, magnesium, potassium, sodium, vitamins A, C, E, the whole group B) has an extremely important role: it ensures good sports performance and maintains health. The best option is to get these substances from a balanced and varied diet, for this you need:
- Accompany each meal with vegetables and fruits (best seasonal);
- Do not exclude certain food groups from your diet;
- Eat a variety of foods and try different food combinations.
For runners, it is especially important to make up for the lack of the following minerals in a timely manner:
- Calcium and phosphorus are essential for bone health. Best source of these minerals- dairy products (cottage cheese, cheese, yogurt, milk), nuts, fish, leafy greens. On the recommendation of a doctor, you can also take pharmacy preparations containing vitamin and mineral complexes.
- Iron is required for the synthesis of healthy immune and blood cells (such as, for example, hemoglobin, the main oxygen carrier). Natural sources of iron- liver, egg yolk, green apples, prunes.
What complexes can runners take? Due to the specifics of the load when running, it is recommended to take such vitamin preparations how:
- Venotonics - drugs that restore the tone of venous vessels, are a means of preventing the occurrence of varicose veins, blood clots. Contain vitamin C, zinc, rutin, plant extracts of grape leaves, chestnut.
- Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids - a healing elixir: Omega acids are part of the intra-articular lubrication, therefore, in the event of diseases associated with the destruction of cartilage, osteoporosis, inflammation of the joints, it is extremely important to take this particular supplement.
- Glucosamine-chondroitin complex has chondroprotective properties: it slows down the processes of destruction and degeneration of cartilage tissue, has anti-inflammatory effect, helps to restore joints after sports injuries, promotes the full deposition of calcium in bone tissues.
What vitamins are used for muscle growth
Intensive strength training increases the body's need for nutrition, essential vitamins and minerals. Manufacturers of sports nutrition and nutritional supplements offer a wide range of beautiful jars with multivitamin and mineral complexes.
As a rule, such complexes have a very high cost. Is it possible to pick up vitamins for muscle growth in a regular pharmacy? It is possible, below is a list of those vitamins and minerals, which play a major role in building muscle mass.
- Vitamin B6 or pyridoxine - is important for the full metabolism of proteins and essential fatty acids, contributes to the high-quality utilization of carbohydrates. Food sources containing vitamin B6 are bananas, beef, veal, peanuts, avocados;
- Vitamin B1 or thiamine - functions as an enzyme in the metabolism of proteins and carbohydrates for energy production, it is also necessary for the normal transmission of nerve impulses. Found in legumes, meat, nutritional yeast;
- Vitamin B12 - cobalamin. Plays an important role in cell division by stimulating the growth of nerve cells. It is found in animal products - meat, milk, cheese;
- Antioxidants (beta-carotene, vitamins C and E, copper, zinc, selenium) - protect the connective tissue, maintain the elasticity of the skin and ligaments, stimulate immune processes, help the body fight free radicals that can form during exercise and start the process of oxidation and destruction of body cells. Best food sources of antioxidants: carrots, citrus fruits, egg yolk, broccoli, seafood, kiwi, nuts;
- Coenzyme Q10 is a lipid involved in the process of energy production. By improving the quality of oxygen at the cellular level, it can improve aerobic performance. It has a beneficial effect on the functioning of the heart muscle;
- Folic acid (folacin, vitamin Bc) helps in the process of cell formation for protein synthesis. Found in green leafy vegetables, grains and legumes.
Doctors recommend to always navigate to food sources: food is the best supplier of vitamins and minerals. A well-balanced diet with the necessary content of meat, fish, cereals, vegetables, fruits, dairy products is the best way achieve your sporting goals and maintain your health. If you think that your nutrition needs support, you can take additional vitamin and mineral complexes with food.
Before choosing from the many presented drugs the one that you think is right for you, you need to consult a general practitioner, if necessary, take tests to control the content of certain substances in the blood, as well as eliminate the risk of side effects.
Video. Preparations for ligaments and joints
What vitamins are needed for weight gain
First of all, in order to gain weight, you need to figure out what vitamins are needed. Based on this, after consultation with a doctor, it will be possible to form a diet, including products with the necessary vitamins, or purchase special vitamin and mineral complexes at a pharmacy.
Vitamins needed for weight gain:
| Vitamin | Peculiarity | What products contain |
| Vitamin A | Responsible for the growth and development of cells. Helps to gain weight, improves skin condition, improves immunity, provides sharp vision | Fish oil, chicken eggs, meat, butter, liver, caviar, leader in content - carrots |
| Thiamine (B1) | Provides redox reactions. Gaining weight with a lack of thiamine will not work, because food is poorly absorbed without it | Whole grains, yeast, bran |
| Riboflavin (B2) | Together with thiamine, it supports the functioning of biochemical reactions. Normalizes fat metabolism and the work of the gastrointestinal tract | Bananas, eggs, milk, beef liver, tuna, brewer's yeast |
| Nicotinic acid (B3) | It is an active component of the formation of fats and proteins in the body | Brewer's yeast |
| Pyridoxine (B6) | Indispensable in the protein building process | Potato, beef liver, chicken meat, sunflower seeds |
| Vitamins E and | They have antioxidant properties. Reduce the amount of free radicals in the body. It is impossible to gain weight without these vitamins, since weight gain involves eating high-calorie foods. Because of this, the intensity of redox reactions increases, which leads to the formation of a large number of free radicals. | Vitamin C - citrus fruits, strawberries, rose hips, black currants. Vitamin E - walnuts, vegetable oil, sunflower seeds |
To activate tissue growth and form muscle proteins for rapid weight gain, in addition to vitamins, micro and macro elements are also needed:
- phosphorus, potassium, zinc;
- calcium, magnesium, iron;
Pharmaceutical preparations for weight gain
To gain additional mass, you can use special vitamin and mineral complexes that contain useful substances necessary for the body. Similar funds are sold at any pharmacy or sports nutrition store. When using supplements, do not forget about proper nutrition. To gain weight, increase your daily calorie intake by 200-300 units.
Examples of drugs for those who want to get fat:
| A drug | Peculiarity |
| Hi-Tec Vitamin A-Z | The ratio of vitamins and minerals is designed specifically for rapid weight gain. The tool increases efficiency, improves the condition of blood vessels, improves immunity, restores the retina, protects the skin from ultraviolet radiation. Contains a number of vitamins (A, C, E, B,). Minerals calcium, chromium, chlorine, copper. As well as zinc, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, iron, etc. The drug is taken twice a day in a tablet after meals. Drink plenty of water |
| Mega Mass 4000 | Acts as a building material for muscles. The preparation contains a number of vitamins (B, C, E). As well as creatine, zinc, phosphorus, iron, iodine, calcium. Proteins (milk, egg, whey). Provides the body with energy and calories. Suitable for strength training, provides a quick recovery of the body after physical exertion, stimulates the formation of protein in muscle fibers. Means I drink 1-2 times a day after training. To prepare a drink, it is necessary to dissolve 150 g of powder in 500 ml of milk (fat content 1.5%) |
| Allmax Zma | Restores tissue, increases strength, activates the opening of anabolic muscle zones. The preparation contains vitamin B6, magnesium, zinc. It has an optimal ratio of trace elements and is easily digestible. The recommended dose for men is 3 capsules before meals and 1 capsule at bedtime. For girls - 2 capsules before meals and 2 capsules - 30 minutes before bedtime |
Among pharmaceutical preparations for weight gain, one can also distinguish:
- Peritol, Riboxin, Prontal;
- Oratot potassium, Nutrizon, Cytomac;
- Glutamic acid, Elevit Prontal;
- Cytochrome C, Diabeton MB.
Before using drugs for weight gain, you should consult with a specialist. He will take into account the characteristics of your body, determine the causes of excessive thinness and help you choose the right means for you.
Brewer's yeast for mass gain
What kind of drugs are not offered by manufacturers to help get fat. One of the means of weight gain is the usual brewer's yeast. They accelerate and restore metabolic processes, improve the flow of biochemical reactions in the body and stimulate weight gain.
Brewer's yeast contains:
- vitamins of group B ( , , , , , );
- macronutrients (potassium, calcium, sodium, magnesium);
- trace elements (iron, copper, zinc, manganese);
- fiber, protein, fatty acids;
- enzymes, amino acids, glucose.
Brewer's yeast in autolyzed form is a food supplement in the form of tablets or powder. This form of yeast is easily absorbed by the body. To get better with yeast, you should follow certain rules:
- eat often, in small portions;
- consume brewer's yeast after meals;
- drink enough water (at least 2.5 liters per day);
- combine the intake of yeast with regular sports (low physical activity will lead to the formation of body fat, high - to muscle mass);
- use brewer's yeast for at least 1 month.
Yeast should be taken according to the instructions - three times a day, 3-5 tablets. For those who are engaged in intensive strength training, the rate is determined based on the calculation of 0.3 g of the drug per 1 kg of weight. After two months, if necessary, the course can be repeated.
Brewer's yeast contains easily digestible protein and essential amino acids that are involved in the formation and repair of tissues. Due to this, the mass grows (if the drug is combined with regular training). At the same time, yeast provides the body with useful substances, improves the absorption of proteins, normalizes metabolism, removes toxins, stabilizes energy metabolism, improves immunity, promotes cell regeneration, increases efficiency and stimulates appetite.
The benefits of vitamins for weight gain are that they improve metabolism and help food be processed. Knowing what vitamins are needed for weight gain, you can make a suitable diet. There are also a number of special vitamin preparations that will help you quickly cope with the problem of excessive thinness. Gaining weight is harder than losing weight. To achieve the goal, you need to eat right, exercise regularly, avoid stress, observe a rest regimen and adhere to a healthy lifestyle. For more information on how to gain weight, see the video below.
Pharmaceutical preparations for gaining muscle mass are used, paradoxically, quite often. Despite their low popularity in general in training practice, advanced athletes resort to their use almost everywhere. Even despite the fact that pharmaceutical preparations act exclusively as aids in weight gain, this in no way negates and does not reduce the effect of their intake, due to which, over time, their popularity in sports only grows.
Most athletes prefer to train naturally, namely, without the use of anabolic steroids. To increase the effectiveness of training and accelerate recovery processes, they often resort to the use of various sports supplements. For the same purpose, a number of medicines are widely used, which can be purchased at a regular pharmacy, and which are sold mainly without a prescription. But again, despite the fact that pharmaceutical preparations are relatively harmless and very affordable, it is important to strictly follow the instructions for use. And before you start taking it, consult your doctor about their use.
ADVICE. You can get acquainted with the main sports supplements that are used in sports in our article "". In it, for each supplement you will find a link to an extended article, and you will be able to get acquainted in more detail with what this or that sports supplement is. We also strongly recommend that you study the articles "" and "". And we generally recommend that you start reading this article after having previously studied the material "", since nutrition plays a primary role in this process, and sports supplements and pharmaceutical preparations fade into the background.
Since our task today is to consider pharmaceutical preparations under the prism of gaining muscle mass, in this article only those of them that in one way or another affect its growth, regardless of the mechanism of action, will be presented. Directly the principle of action and the nature of the effect on the body will be given for each drug in the appropriate paragraph. Also, according to all the traditions of describing pharmaceuticals, we will give contraindications, side effects, composition, form of release, and of course, we will pay attention first of all to the benefits and harms of pharmaceutical preparations.
IMPORTANT. This article is formed on the basis of materials from the book of the author Davidenko F. Yu. “ ANABOLISM PROFILES» .
diabeton
Among the drugs that are freely available, Diabeton has the strongest anabolic properties. In medicine, it is used to stimulate the pancreas during the treatment of diabetes. In sports, this pharmacy drug is used to maintain a high level of anabolism and gain muscle mass. This effect on the body is explained by the activation of the production of insulin, which is one of the main anabolic hormones. The power of its influence on the body is equal to the power of insulin injections. The overall effect is comparable to that of methandrostenolone (anabolic steroid). The drug is well suited for those who want to gain weight in a short time. On the course of taking Diabeton, appetite increases significantly, for this reason, the consumption of fatty foods should be minimized. The diet during this period should include as many protein-containing foods as possible.
Pharmacological group: oral antidiabetic drugs.
Active substance: gliclazide (English: Gliclazide).
Pharmachologic effect: activates the production of insulin, increases the sensitivity to insulin of target cells (liver, adipose tissue and muscles).
Tasks in sports: drug for active weight gain.
Compound: gliclazide - 30 mg or 60 mg. Additional components: maltodextrin, magnesium stearate, lactose monohydrate, hypromellose, silicon dioxide.
Indications: Type II diabetes mellitus (insulin independent).
Contraindications: Type I diabetes mellitus (insulin-dependent), lactation, severe infections, kidney and liver failure (severe degree).
Side effects: abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, constipation, hypoglycemia, allergic reactions.
Interaction: enhance the effect of gliclazide: clofibrate, salicylates, phenylbutazone. Reduce the hypoglycemic effect of Diabeton: diuretics, progestogens, difenin.
Mode of application: orally.
Overdose: clinical manifestation - hypoglycemic coma.
Release form: tablets 30 mg and 60 mg, 15 pieces in a blister, 2 blisters in a pack.
Analogues: Glidab MR, Gliclazide MR.
Manufacturers:"Les Laboratoires Servier" (France), LLC "Serdiks" (Russia).
Shelf life: 3 years.
Storage conditions: store in a dry place, out of reach of children, at a temperature not exceeding 30 degrees Celsius.
Summary. Like it or not, for all its positive qualities, the drug has one rather significant disadvantage. This is the risk of falling into a hypoglycemic coma, which, by the way, occurs only in the case of thoughtless use of the drug. On the one hand, if you follow all the prescribed recommendations, eat often and follow the duration of the course, no side effects occur. On the other hand, poor nutrition, overdosing or overdosing increases the likelihood of them occurring. As a rule, you can often find recommendations that you need to eat sweets at night during the intake courses so that hypoglycemia does not overtake you in your sleep. But do not be afraid, a critical condition occurs only when the dosage is significantly exceeded, which an experienced athlete, or at least a sane person, of course, will not allow. In addition, six meals a day and a uniform intake of carbohydrates create the most favorable conditions for the body during the course of taking the drug, and due to its anabolic properties, it is the best pharmacy drug in bodybuilding for building mass.
calcium glycerophosphate
In medicine, this drug is used in the treatment of dystrophy and excessive fatigue. It increases the degree of protein absorption and speeds up metabolism. During the period of taking this remedy, the appetite increases significantly, which means that the consumption of fatty, fried and starchy foods should be reduced. As many protein sources as possible should be added to the diet. As you already understood, in relation to sports, this pharmacy drug helps to gain muscle mass, which has earned it popularity, including among bodybuilders.
Pharmacological group: macro- and microelements.
Active substance: calcium glycerophosphate (English: Calcium glycerophosphate).
Pharmachologic effect: the drug enhances anabolic processes (protein synthesis), has a restorative effect, replenishes calcium deficiency.
Tasks in sports: the drug is used to gain muscle mass.
Compound: 1 tablet contains 0.2 or 0.5 g of the substance.
Indications: as a tonic and tonic (increasing the activity of the body) remedy for poor nutrition, overwork, exhaustion.
Contraindications: not identified.
Side effects: not identified.
Interaction: often prescribed with drugs - sources of iron.
Mode of application: orally.
Overdose: no cases were observed.
Release form: tablets of 0.5 g, in a blister of 10 pieces, in a pack of 2 blisters.
Analogues: not identified.
Manufacturers: JSC "Lugansk CPP" (Ukraine).
Shelf life: 5 years.
Storage conditions: in a dry place, out of the reach of children, at room temperature.
Summary. A unique product of its kind. Possessing an anabolic ability to enhance protein synthesis, firstly, it has no contraindications or side effects, and secondly, it has no analogues. And since calcium is almost of paramount importance in bodybuilding among other minerals, since it is the main mineral that carries out muscle contraction, it is apparently for this reason that calcium glycerophosphate has gained high popularity and is one of the best pharmaceutical preparations for muscle growth. in bodybuilding.
Potassium orotate
A metabolic agent that regulates and stimulates the flow of biochemical processes. It is used as a drug with an anabolic effect in violation of protein metabolism. Increases appetite (which helps when working "on the mass"), increases urination (which helps to get rid of excess fluid in the body), activates tissue regeneration processes (which speeds up recovery processes). Potassium orotate is a mineral salt found in all living organisms. Each molecule of a substance consists of molecules of orotic acid and potassium. Orotic acid is a biochemical substance necessary for the synthesis of DNA and RNA. This pharmaceutical preparation is widely used in sports for gaining mass and increasing strength, even taking into account the fact that its effectiveness is relatively low.
Pharmacological group: drugs that stimulate metabolic processes.
Active substance: orotic acid (English: Orotic acid).
Pharmachologic effect: has an anabolic effect in violation of protein metabolism. It also has a diuretic and regeneration-activating effect.
Tasks in sports: general anabolic (enhancing protein synthesis) effect. The drug helps to grow muscles and recover faster after training.
Compound: 1 tablet contains 0.5 g of the substance.
Indications: diseases of the liver and biliary tract caused by intoxications other than cirrhosis with ascites. Myocardial infarction, chronic heart failure, cardiac arrhythmias, etc.
Contraindications: hypersensitivity to the drug.
Side effects: allergic dermatoses.
Mode of application: orally.
Overdose: extremely rarely there is inflammation of the renal tubules and their death. Hormonal changes are possible. Long-term use causes weakening of the heart muscle.
Release form: tablets of 0.5 g in a pack of 30 pieces.
Analogues: Dioron, Potassium orotovy, Orotsid, Oro-pur.
Manufacturers: JSC "Avexima" (Russia), JSC "Pharmstandard" (Russia), "Dalkhimfarm" (Russia), "Irbitsky chemical pharmaceutical plant" (Russia), "Akrikhin" (Russia), PFC "Renewal" (Russia), etc.
Shelf life: 4 years.
Storage conditions: store in a dry place, out of the reach of children, at a temperature not exceeding 25 degrees Celsius.
Summary. Numerous experiments (on rats) have shown that when combined with other drugs, potassium orotate does reduce recovery time, however, no anabolic effects have been identified. In this regard, there is an opinion that its use in sports is ineffective, and in bodybuilding it is practically meaningless. However, the facts speak for themselves. The drug has been very popular in sports for more than a dozen years, moreover, it is among bodybuilders. Can experiments on rats be considered comparable to the response of an athlete to a drug? Hardly. Would it be so popular if it wasn't effective? I'm sure not. The facts speak for themselves. Among pharmaceutical preparations for weight gain, Potassium orotate has secured an honorable reputation.
Asparkam
A drug that regulates metabolism. It is able to quickly replenish the deficiency of potassium and magnesium in the body, as well as stabilize the electrolyte balance. The drug facilitates the transfer of potassium and magnesium into cells, which contributes to increased efficiency, and as a result, helps to build muscle mass faster. Magnesium, which takes part in protein metabolism and supplies energy in this process, gives the athlete the opportunity to effectively build muscle during training. The versatility of this pharmaceutical preparation lies in the fact that it can be used not only for weight gain, but also for weight loss with a correctly adjusted training and nutrition regimen. In addition, Asparkam prevents the occurrence of seizures and significantly increases the endurance of the athlete.
Pharmacological group: antiarrhythmic drugs in combinations.
Active substance: potassium and magnesium aspartate (English: Potassium aspartate and magnesium aspartate).
Pharmachologic effect: the drug eliminates electrolyte imbalance, magnesium and potassium deficiency, improves myocardial metabolism and coronary blood supply.
Tasks in sports: increases efficiency and endurance, helps fight convulsions. The drug is used both for gaining muscle mass and for weight loss.
Compound: 1 tablet contains 175 mg of potassium aspartate and 175 mg of magnesium aspartate. 1 ampoule of asparkam 10 ml contains 0.45 g of potassium aspartate and 0.4 g of magnesium aspartate.
Indications: is prescribed as an adjunct in chronic circulatory failure, as well as heart rhythm disturbances caused by potassium and magnesium deficiency.
Contraindications: acute and chronic renal failure, hyperkalemia, hypermagnesemia, myocardial dysfunction, severe forms of myasthenia gravis.
Side effects: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, damage to the gastrointestinal mucosa, bleeding from the gastrointestinal tract, flatulence, dry mouth, decreased pressure.
Interaction: with the simultaneous use of asparkam with potassium-sparing diuretics or ACE inhibitors, the risk of developing hyperkalemia increases.
Mode of application: oral, intravenous drip, intravenous bolus, or using a dosing device such as "Infusomat".
Overdose: hyperkalemia and hypermagnesemia, which is manifested by redness of the face, thirst, disorders of the neuromuscular connection, arrhythmias, convulsions.
Release form: tablets - 10 and 50 pieces per pack. Ampoules - 5 or 10 pieces (5, 10 or 20 ml) in a cardboard box. Glass bottles of 400 ml with solution for infusion.
Analogues: Panangin, Asparkam-L, Potassium and magnesium asparaginate.
Manufacturers: OJSC "Avexima" (Russia), PFC "Obnovlenie" (Russia), "Irbit Chemical Pharmaceutical Plant" (Russia), "Pharmapol-Volga" (Russia), FC "Health" (Ukraine), etc.
Shelf life: depending on the form of release, about 2 years.
Storage conditions: store in a place protected from light and out of the reach of children at room temperature.
Summary. Asparkam also contains aspartate (aspartic acid) - a carrier of potassium and magnesium ions through cell membranes. Often, athletes increase the daily dosage above 6 tablets, but this does not lead to any significant increase in results. Excess potassium ions are excreted by the kidneys in the urine. For all its versatility, the drug does not have anabolic effects. Nevertheless, this pharmacy drug is quite suitable for gaining muscle mass, but only as part of a course, in conjunction with other drugs. However, even by itself, it is quite popular both among bodybuilders and among representatives of many other sports.
Riboxin
The drug activates biochemical processes, which, among other things, have a positive effect on the athlete's heart. It has antiarrhythmic, anabolic and other beneficial effects. By increasing the force of heart contractions, it helps to increase stroke volume. Riboxin inherently improves both the blood supply to the tissues of the whole body, and the heart in particular. While taking the drug, there is often an improvement in energy metabolism, the activity of many enzymes and metabolic processes in the myocardium. Another positive effect of its intake is the improvement of muscle tissue regeneration. But, despite all its positive qualities, Riboxin as a reducing agent is not the best choice, for this reason, for the purpose of building muscle mass, this pharmacy drug is recommended to be taken in combination with potassium orotate, which acts as a kind of amplifier.
Pharmacological group: drugs that affect predominantly the processes of tissue metabolism.
Active substance: inosine (English: Inosine).
Pharmachologic effect: the drug has an anabolic effect, participates in glucose metabolism and activates metabolic processes in the myocardium.
Tasks in sports: inosine is the precursor of ATP, the most important source of energy in bodybuilding. Improves blood circulation, energy metabolism, and muscle tissue regeneration.
Compound: 1 tablet of the drug contains 200 mg of inosine. Ampoules contain 20 mg / ml of the active substance - inosine.
Indications: coronary insufficiency, myocardial infarction, cardiac arrhythmias, heart defects, coronary atherosclerosis, heart pathologies, cirrhosis of the liver.
Contraindications: gout, hypersensitivity to the drug, high levels of uric acid in the blood.
Side effects: in some cases, allergic reactions may occur: itching, urticaria, skin flushing. Rarely, there is an increase in the content of uric acid in the blood.
Interaction: when used as part of complex therapy, it enhances the effect of antianginal, antiarrhythmic and inotropic drugs.
Mode of application: oral, injection, intravenous (drip or jet).
Overdose: cases of drug overdose in clinical use have not been registered.
Release form: tablets of 20 mg, in a blister of 10 pieces, 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 blisters in a pack. Solution for injection 2%: 10 ml of the solution contains 200 mg of inosine, in a package of 10 ampoules of 5 or 10 ml.
Analogues: Inosine, Inosine-F, Riboxin-Vero, Riboxin-Darnitsa, Riboxin-LekT, Riboxin-PNITIA, Riboxin-UVI, Ribonozin.
Manufacturers: CJSC Binnopharm (Russia), Irbitsky Chemical Pharmaceutical Plant (Russia), Dalchimpharm (Russia), Borisov Plant of Medical Preparations (Republic of Belarus).
Shelf life: depending on the form of issue, about 3 years.
Storage conditions: store in a dry place, out of the reach of children, hidden from direct sunlight, at a temperature of 15-25 degrees Celsius.
Summary. Riboxin, due to its anabolic properties, is widely used in sports. Many sports supplements are also made with it. However, some clinical trials have shown that the use of Riboxin in sports does not lead to an improvement in performance and an increase in muscle mass. But again, the tests carried out do not cast doubt on the pharmacological effect of the drug, which means that if it has all the declared properties, then why should it be considered ineffective in sports? Tests are always carried out under strictly defined laboratory conditions, but in reality, the conditions of training and the factors influencing it are different for each person, and therefore the effectiveness of the reception will be different. But to say that the drug is useless in sports, I think it is not entirely correct. Of course, we will not question the results of clinical trials, just as they do not question the pharmacological effect of the drug, but I think you get the point. All you need to know is that among bodybuilders who use this drug for mass gain, Riboxin is very popular. It would hardly be possible if the drug was a dummy. Draw your own conclusions.
Fish fat
The drug is a source of Omega-3 fatty acids. The main beneficial components of fish oil are Omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, vitamins A and D. Fish oil is of key importance in bodybuilding. Without a sufficient intake of Omega-3 in the body, it is quite difficult to achieve the desired results in gaining muscle mass and increasing strength. With a lack of essential fatty acids, the results and achievements of the athlete will always be lower than they could be with the use of fish oil. Accordingly, the course of pharmaceutical preparations for weight gain must necessarily be supplemented with sources of fish oil in any form of release.
Pharmacological group: vitamins, vitamin-like substances and drugs that mainly affect the processes of tissue metabolism.
Active substance: fish oil (English: Fish oil).
Pharmachologic effect: hypolipidemic, antiplatelet, see summary below.
Tasks in sports: accelerating the growth of lean muscle mass and reducing body fat, increasing overall tone and endurance, enhancing the production of hormones, including testosterone.
Compound: depending on the manufacturer, 1 capsule contains 100/250/500/790 or 850 mg of the active substance. Capsule shell: gelatin, glycerol, sorbitol, water.
Indications: for the prevention and treatment of hypo- and beriberi. As a general tonic, to accelerate the healing of bone fractures.
Contraindications: individual intolerance.
Side effects: gastrointestinal disorders - nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea.
Interaction: without features.
Mode of application: orally.
Overdose: indigestion.
Release form: transparent gelatin capsules, 10 pieces in a blister, 5, 7 or 10 blisters in a pack.
Analogues: fish oil from cod, pike, crucian carp, perch, catfish, haddock, blue whiting, grenadier.
Manufacturers: Teva (Israel), Teva Private Co. LTD (Hungary), Del Rios (Russia).
Shelf life: 2 years.
Storage conditions: store in a dry, dark place at a temperature of 15-25 degrees Celsius.
Summary. As we have said, Omega-3 fatty acids have a wide range of positive effects that are of fundamental importance in bodybuilding. Here are some of them: increasing the metabolic rate, accelerating the growth of muscle mass and reducing the content of adipose tissue. Increased susceptibility to insulin, improved blood circulation. The drug increases the overall tone and increases endurance, reduces catabolism and accelerates recovery. Improves brain function, improves mood. The medulla is composed of 60% fat, and especially needs Omega-3 fatty acids. It is an excellent source of energy that does not create the risk of increasing adipose tissue. It enhances the production of hormones in the body, including the most important testosterone in bodybuilding, and at the same time, prevents the secretion of harmful cortisol. Fish oil, as a drug for muscle growth, is of exceptional importance. It can rightly be called magical, and if you want a miraculous substance that is of great help in the process of building muscles.
Hematogen
A product known to us since childhood, which many took for an ordinary delicacy. It is made from dried blood of cattle and is successfully used to prevent iron deficiency, restore metabolic processes, stimulate the formation of red blood cells (erythrocytes) in the body, and, among other things, is a source of essential amino acids, carbohydrates, healthy fats, vitamins and minerals. Thanks to such a rich composition, this pharmaceutical preparation, so to speak, is excellent for gaining mass, especially considering that all these components are in the hematogen in a state close to the composition of our blood.
The blood that is used to prepare the hematogen is treated to exclude infections and subjected to defibration: the fibrin protein falls out in the form of fibers from the blood when it is shaken. Defibrated blood does not clot, and the erythrocytes remain suspended in the serum. To give taste, condensed milk, molasses, sucrose and vanillin are added to the product.
Pharmacological group: Dietary supplements are products of plant, animal or mineral origin.
Active substance: hematogen (English: Haematogenum).
Pharmachologic effect: the drug increases the content of hemoglobin in the blood and improves the morphological characteristics of red blood cells.
Tasks in sports: used for weight gain, as a source of fast carbohydrates, proteins, fats, minerals and amino acids in the optimal ratio for the body.
Compound: the active substance is ferrous sulphate ferrous oxide (iron sulfate hepathydrate). Also black food albumin, condensed milk, molasses, sucrose, vanillin.
Indications: It is used as a therapeutic and prophylactic agent for malnutrition, low blood hemoglobin, after severe infectious diseases.
Contraindications: hypersensitivity to the components of the drug, impaired carbohydrate metabolism, diabetes mellitus, obesity, anemia.
Side effects: nausea, diarrhea.
Mode of application: orally.
Overdose: see side effects.
Release form: bars, chewable lozenge, 50 or 30 g, divided into 10 or 6 plates.
Analogues: Hematogen C (as part of vitamin C), Hematogen L (as part of lysine).
Manufacturers: Pharm-Pro (Russia), PKP Fakel-Design (Russia), Siberian Health 2000 (Russia), Gemakon (Russia), Geness LLC (Russia), Renaissance and Development (Russia) ).
Shelf life: 6 months
Storage conditions: store in a dry, dark place at a temperature of 15 to 21 degrees Celsius.
Summary. This product (or pharmaceutical preparation) is very popular in sports in general. As for its use in bodybuilding, the fact that hematogen is a source of proteins, fats, carbohydrates, and vitamins, of course, indicates that in this sport, in terms of gaining muscle mass, it is especially relevant. Everyone will draw conclusions about the advisability of its use, but given that even children's forms of hematogen are produced, it is not only safe for use, but rather, on the contrary, it is strongly recommended, again, subject to all the conditions for its use.
Conclusion
In sports practice, the use of pharmaceutical drugs to improve performance is a common phenomenon. In bodybuilding, the use of pharmaceutical preparations for gaining muscle mass is the prerogative of mainly advanced athletes. Beginners in this sport, as a rule, are limited to taking sports supplements, advanced athletes supplement the intake of sports supplements with the use of pharmacy "accelerators". Professionals and performing athletes often use more potent substances, which we will discuss in a separate series of articles. Now, summing up, it is necessary to focus on the fact that pharmaceutical preparations are nothing more than “small helpers” that work exclusively in conjunction with a well-composed diet and the same well-structured training process. Under these conditions, they work for you, in any other case, they are capable of harming you. It is for this reason that their use should be taken seriously and, above all, consult a doctor.
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What vitamins should athletes take to achieve muscle growth. Review of the best vitamins.
Every professional athlete knows that to stay in shape and build muscle mass, you need exercise, selected in accordance with the task, and proper nutrition. Only a balanced diet along with regular exercise will help achieve the desired result.
Building muscle mass is a serious and time-consuming process. To alleviate it and achieve significant results, you need to take vitamins for muscle growth, which improve energy and overall well-being. Unfortunately, with food, a person will not receive as many useful trace elements as required during active strength training.
What affects muscle growth
From birth, the body has a certain amount of fibers that make up the muscles. Therefore, to increase muscle mass, work will be required on the thickness of the fiber structure, which becomes thinner (partially destroyed) during training. In the process of rest, muscles are restored due to the synthesis of protein filaments. Absorption of nutrients occurs with the intake of food and multivitamin complexes.
Food
A balanced diet is the key to success in gaining muscle mass. A sports diet consists of a high-calorie diet based on the right unsaturated fats, carbohydrates and proteins. The focus of the diet is on carbohydrates.
Important: the sources of unsaturated fats and carbohydrates must be "correct", otherwise excess calories will lead to an increase in fat mass, not muscle mass. The sources of proper carbohydrates include vegetables, fruits, cereals, mushrooms. Healthy fat sources include fish, vegetable oils, nuts, and whole grain breads.
The timing of meals is an important aspect, because after intense training, the body needs to replenish the energy spent. In the morning, meals should consist of carbohydrates that increase performance, at lunchtime the main meal occurs, and in the evening - vegetables and red meat.
A long and intense exercise program lasting more than 2 hours increases the body's need for carbohydrates. "Slow" carbohydrates contained in cereals, vegetables, grain products are ideal. During strength training, the need for protein food increases, since protein repairs and builds damaged muscle tissue. It should be noted that experts do not recommend consuming more than 450 g of protein per day! The norm varies between 100-170 g.
Physical exercise
Regular resistance training provides functional improvement in skeletal muscle performance. It is not the training program itself that is important, but the regularity and training load that causes fatigue.
Important: according to the principle of building a training program aimed at increasing muscle mass, it is necessary to perform physical exercises with a load of greater intensity than the body receives during a standard workout.
Proper performance of strength exercises gives the muscles the necessary load for growth. The number of fibers in the muscle remains unchanged, its structure (thickness) changes. The fiber can be compared to a sponge - during training they are “squeezed out”, and during the rest period they are gradually “filled up”. The following aspects affect the volume of fibers involved:
- technique for performing strength exercises;
- amplitude;
- execution pace;
- working weight;
- number of approaches.
In professional bodybuilding, there are the following recommendations for the number of approaches: 8-9 repetitions are required to build mass, 10-15 repetitions are required to build and strengthen the relief.
An important rule for beginners men and women - in the process of training, the feeling of involvement of the muscles and joints involved in the work is the main task.
Push-ups and squats are the best exercises for building muscle mass. If during the training the knees or lower back began to hurt, then the exercise is not performed correctly.
Post-workout recovery is an important factor. It is worth listening to your body. As a rule, there is a pulling pain in the muscles a couple of days after training. This is an indicator that the technique is performed correctly, muscle mass increases.
The best vitamins for muscle growth
Vitamin deficiency in the body can become an obstacle to creating a beautiful body. Even the most well-designed training program will not give high results without vitamins and minerals. Consider what vitamins are needed for muscle growth (rating of the best).
Cobalamin (Vitamin B12)
B12 is used by bodybuilders very actively. It has the following physiological functions that are of particular interest for muscle building:
- carbohydrate metabolism;
- stimulates protein synthesis;
- participates in the synthesis of nerve fibers;
- stimulates the work of the central nervous system;
- regulates pressure;
- strengthens the heart;
- improves muscle performance due to high contraction force.
Vegetarian athletes need an additional source of cobalamin. Many of them use the injection form in the form of an injection. Before injecting a vitamin, consult a doctor who will determine the dosage and method of application.
Vitamin B12
Biotin
Biotin (Vitamin H) is an assistant in carbohydrate metabolism and also improves protein absorption. It has a high activity in the metabolism of amino acids. Helps the processes that provide energy to the muscles. With its deficiency, muscle growth occurs very slowly.
Biotin can be found in most foods of both plant and animal origin. Sources are: egg yolk, nuts, lettuce, potatoes, bananas, oats, mackerel, salmon, etc.
Riboflavin (vitamin B2)
A water-soluble vitamin involved in energy metabolism, the oxidation of fats and minerals. Important processes for an athlete cannot do without this vitamin:
- The exchange of glucose in the body.
- Breakdown of lipids.
- Transports hydrogen ions through the Krebs cell cycle.
Contained in dairy and fish products, nuts, buckwheat, premium pasta.
Vitamin A
Vitamin A (retinol) has a fat-soluble structure. Participates in protein synthesis, normalizes metabolism, plays an important role in the formation of new muscle cells. Stimulates the production of collagen. With a lack of retinol, the effectiveness of training worsens, muscle mass is more difficult to recover.
In its pure form, it is present in products of plant and animal origin: butter, carrots, rose hips, currants, spinach, cabbage, eggs, cheese, fish oil, etc.
Vitamin E
It has a strong antioxidant effect, which every athlete needs. Due to intensive training, toxic free radicals accumulate in the body. These by-products adversely affect performance, muscle growth. Vitamin E acts on toxins, "washing" them out of the body. In addition, it supports healthy muscle growth.
Niacin (Vitamin B3)
Participates in redox processes, lipid and carbohydrate metabolism. Improves blood microcirculation, has a sedative and analgesic effect. The main sources of niacin are: beef liver, dairy products, wheat bran, legumes, cheese, raspberry leaves, fish, poultry.
Vitamin D
It is of great importance in the growth of muscle fibers. Participates in protein synthesis, affects the production of testosterone. Supports healthy bone development. Food sources of vitamin D are: herring, salmon, sour cream, beef liver, butter, eggs.
Vitamin D
Thiamine (vitamin B1)
An organic water-soluble component that has a positive effect on muscle growth. In addition, it is involved in protein synthesis, and also increases the transport of oxygen to tissues, increasing heat transfer. Thiamine is present in spinach, peas, pork, beef, whole wheat bread, milk.
Pyridoxine (vitamin B6)
Acts as a metabolic stimulant. It has a direct impact on performance and endurance, which has a positive effect on training performance. Vitamin B6 for muscle mass is found in walnuts, cauliflower, spinach, potatoes, strawberries, cherries, dairy products.
Ascorbic acid (vitamin C)
A water-soluble vitamin involved in redox processes. It has a pronounced antioxidant effect. Improves the functioning of the immune system, increasing the body's resistance to infections.
How and when to take vitamins
Reception of water-soluble vitamins is carried out twice a day, since they are quickly absorbed and excreted from the body. The intake of fat-soluble vitamins is reduced to 1 time per day. The break between courses of admission is 1 month. Before using the vitamin complex, read the instructions, which indicate how to drink vitamins correctly, as well as contraindications for use. Strict adherence to the instructions leads to a positive result.
The process of building muscle is very laborious and requires a lot of effort. The right training regimen, a balanced diet and vitamin intake will increase the chances of achieving the desired result.
Hello friends! If you have been systematically engaged in the gym for a long time or have become its adherents just the other day, then you understand that power or anaerobic loads, for all their merits, are a certain stress for the body. Therefore, he needs support.
Of course, you can say to yourself every day: “Come on, dude, you can”! But it is best to provide him with all the necessary minerals and vitamins that will help him better tolerate training and feel better.
How to choose a suitable complex or individual trace elements? Which vitamins for gaining muscle mass are right for you, and which ones will help, on the contrary, get rid of excess body fat?
Let's take a look at this complex branch of the pharmaceutical industry in order and find out what will be the most useful and at the same time the most budgetary?
Why do we need vitamin and mineral complexes?
Many of us already know exactly how much protein, fat, or carbs it takes to feel great. However, not everyone knows all these norms regarding vitamins and microelements, and even more so, few people know their complete list.
Nutritional supplements help not only increase muscle mass, but also accelerate biochemical reactions. Naturally, in order to build muscle mass, you will need to eat enough calories and choose foods that are high in complex carbohydrates and proteins.
List of the most useful vitamins
Retinol or vitamin A. This is perhaps one of the significant important components that will help you increase muscle, that is, synthesize protein. Without it, the formation of glycogen, one of the most important forms of energy in the body, is impossible. It speeds up metabolic processes in the body. It is also responsible for cell regeneration and stimulates the immune system.
It makes your skin look great and helps prevent dryness. Among other things, it regulates the work of the reproductive organs. One of the important functions of retinol is to provide visual acuity.
You can find this useful element in chicken eggs, liver or meat, caviar and butter. Surely you have heard about the fact that there is a lot of it in carrots. Remember, however, that this is a fat-soluble vitamin, so when choosing carrots as its source, be sure to season the salad with oil from it.
The next very important group is the B vitamins. These include nicotinic acid, thiamine, riboflavin, cobalamin and pyrodoxine.
Thiamine or B1 helps carry out redox reactions. If it is not enough, then digestive problems may begin. Naturally, this can indirectly affect weight gain due to the fact that the stomach will not be able to digest food normally.
It is also responsible for protein metabolism. Without it, the formation of hemoglobin is impossible - one of the components of the blood, without which the supply of oxygen to our muscle tissues is seriously affected. If during training they receive this important element, then you will quickly begin to get tired. The more intense your classes, the more thiamine you need.
We get some of it from food, and a small percentage is synthesized in the intestinal tract. It can be found in bran, in any whole grain cereals and in yeast. Remember the sailor Popeye and his famous hands? Well, he got them because of his love for spinach. You can add green peas and other legumes, nuts, bananas to the list of products (see article,). Most often, we receive less of this vitamin, so it is advised to replenish it from additional complexes.
In order for the processes of restoration and oxidation of fatty acids to take place in perfect order, you definitely need riboflavin or B 2. Its main functions include the metabolism of a substance such as glucose. B 2 is responsible for protein metabolism.
It is found in brewer's yeast, liver and eggs, almonds and milk, bananas and seafood.
Niacin, you can also find the name B3 or PP and even nicotinic acid. Just imagine that he is responsible for as many as 60 metabolic processes that help us produce energy. It dilates blood vessels and it is this component that performing bodybuilders use to look beautiful on stage.
Nicotinic acid promotes the processing of proteins and fats, is involved in the metabolism of amino acids. True, excessive doses of it will prevent your body from burning fat reserves.
It can also be found in the brewer's yeast mentioned above, in potatoes and seeds, in turkey, in milk, in nuts and in eggs.
Pyrodoxin or vitamin B 6 is directly responsible for the processing of proteins. The more of them in your diet - the more you need this vitamin. And, most importantly, it helps to utilize carbohydrates. Shop for nuts, chicken, liver, avocados, sprouted beans or wheat, bananas, and yeast to get pyrodoxine.
Vitamin B 12 or cobalamin helps carbohydrate metabolism and ensures excellent functioning of the entire nervous system, namely, it transmits impulses from the brain directly to muscle tissue. As a result, it contracts better, and the muscles grow by leaps and bounds. Such an element can only be found in products derived from animals: in any meat, fish or poultry.
Vitamin H or biotin. Responsible for amino acid metabolism and helps produce energy sources. You will get it if you eat egg yolks, kidney and liver, barley or soy, and milk.
Don't forget to add vitamin C or ascorbic acid to your list. It is a natural antioxidant that is responsible for all the work of the body. Among other things, it is he who actively increases body weight. It is also an active free radical scavenger.
It is one of the components of the connective tissue that holds your muscles together with your bones. If your connective tissue does not have the necessary strength, then while lifting heavy weights there is a great chance of injury.
Ascorbic acid perfectly breaks down fats. Therefore, it can always be found on the lists for those who intend to dry off. By the way, jocks need a very large amount of vitamin C. This is due to the fact that our muscle cells are made of water, and this vitamin is water-soluble. Therefore, with an increase in total muscle mass, more and more of this vitamin is dissolved in the body and its reserves need to be replenished regularly.
Guys, I have great news for you! Vitamin C helps in the release and formation of steroid hormones, and in particular testosterone. And without it, as you know, neither reliefs nor volumes can be seen as your own ears.
It is best to get ascorbic acid from vegetables or fruits, and the fresher they are, the more such a component they contain.
Along with the aforementioned antioxidant, it is worth adding vitamin E, which strengthens cell membranes. This beneficial element can be found in various oils, nuts and green vegetables.
What supplements can be mentioned in this list?
Minerals that affect mass gain
Potassium is an important micronutrient for building muscle mass for both jocks and fitonies. It is responsible for muscle contraction and perfectly helps to recover from complex power loads. If you experience muscle cramps, then potassium will help you forget about them once and for all.
Phosphorus is one of the components of bone tissue, so it is obvious that your body cannot do without it. Do not forget that adding muscle mass increases the load on your entire skeleton. Therefore, it is simply necessary to strengthen this part of the body.
In addition to phosphorus, another component of bone tissue is also calcium.
Also include magnesium in your diet, which promotes the formation of various important amino acids. Sulfur can also be found in the amino acid set. It helps to improve metabolic processes.
Sulfur is also responsible for tissue regeneration in our body. Therefore, without it, as you understand, no increase in muscle mass is possible.
Our blood also contains iron. Here is a picture of a dove. I do not recommend eating them fresh. And I don't recommend it at all.
In order for you not to have any additional problems with the formation of protein in muscle tissue, you will need to receive the proper amount of zinc.
How to choose a vitamin and mineral complex?
We have conducted a brief overview of the most important nutritional supplements. Naturally, if you want to build up mass and just drink such complexes in the form of tablets, then you will not have any special changes. It is logical that against the background of all this, you will have to eat right and get enough calories.
It is also worth noting that despite all the achievements of the pharmacological industry, the largest percentage of microelement digestibility comes from natural food.
If you carefully read the article, you probably noticed how many times milk and other products derived from it are mentioned in the text. Therefore, their significance should not be denied, and a few glasses of milk or kefir a day will make you powerful and attractive to the opposite sex.
Pumping muscles will not work without a properly selected set of workouts. It is especially important to take this into account if you want to get not only beautiful or squares, but also.
Of course, you can buy vitamin-mineral complexes in a pharmacy, but given the above recommendations, for example, regarding doses of vitamin C, you should consider options for special supplements that are developed specifically for bodybuilding.
Depending on your tasks in specialized sports stores, you can pick up the necessary drugs.
It can be, as an option, testosterone stimulants, which usually include zinc, B vitamins and magnesium. On the other hand, it is in such stores that you will see beautiful bright jars with holograms and other marketing tricks in the form of pictures with jocks.
Their cost is prohibitively high, but in fact, all these components can be assembled independently in a pharmacy, taking into account your individual needs. And the price at the same time will be quite affordable and pleasant.
According to the studies of sports doctors, oddly enough, vitamins for pregnant women will be the most optimal for bodybuilding. They usually contain a lot of minerals that are so necessary for the growth of a new organism, and this is precisely our main task - to support the growth of muscle mass. Take one tablet with breakfast and lunch, or as directed in the instructions.
At the same time, even taking into account the high cost of such drugs in a pharmacy, they will still be "more pleasant" in price than specialized "Kachkov's" tablets.
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