The field of weight training supplements is confusing and choosing incorrectly can cause serious health problems. The term "weight training supplement" covers everything from protein powders to anabolic steroids. For health reasons, using steroids to weight train is a bad idea. However, armed with a little knowledge, you can choose weight training supplements that will safely enhance your results.

Instructions

Take powdered protein to help build muscle mass. Muscle is composed primarily of protein. Keeping a steady supply in your bloodstream allows your muscles to get the nutrition they require.
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Select whey protein powder to get the amino acids the body breaks down into muscle nutrition too. Whey protein is a popular choice with body builders since it is quickly absorbed by the body.
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Try soy protein powders to augment a vegetarian diet. Soy powders contain all the same amino acids that whey powders do, and soy has been shown to lower cholesterol.
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Opt for a casein (cheese derivative) protein powder. Casein protein is released more slowly into the body, so it is available for muscle repair for longer. Casein may not be as easy to mix or taste as good as other powders though.
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Mix protein powder with water or a sports drink and consume immediately after weight training. This way your aching muscles can readily consume the protein.
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Eat some eggs. Eggs are chock full of protein, but they may also cause unwanted gas and bloating.

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Consider a glutamine supplement. Glutamine is an amino acid the body uses to repair muscle damage due to weight training.
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Mix glutamine powder into your post-weight routine drink. Glutamine mixes cleanly into any liquid.

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Try creatine to increase your energy during weight training. Creatine is an organic acid that your body produces. Experts suggest that you increase your liquid intake while taking creatine.
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Switch to creatine serum (liquid) when powdered supplements cause indigestion.
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Consult your doctor before beginning a creatine program. Creatine may be unhealthy for those with kidney problems.