As mixed martial artists we run into a rut when it comes to strength training. L-Glutamine can act as an agent that prevents your body from eating your muscles. What activity can eat away at muscle? Heavy Cardio? Jiu Jitsu? Sparring? L-Glutamine is used for many things outside of athletics, but we’re only interested in the relevant benefits.
Benefits
- Faster recovery time because of cell volume maintenance and hydration
- Anti-catabolic agent (mentioned above)
- Increases growth hormones
- Aids your immune system – can’t train if you’re sick right?
The best part is there are no known side effects. Pick up L-Glutamine from any place that sells supplements. I bought L-Glutamine from GNC and take 2 pills before my workout and 2 pills after.
August 10th, 2010 at 5:37 pm
Helpful info, many thanks to the writer. It is puzzling to me now, but in general, the usefulness and importance is overwhelming. Very much thanks again and good luck!