In the Holy Trinidad Crossfitera, a supplement makes its way to elbows next to creatine and protein: Ashwagandha

Get an increase in muscle mass is complicated and, contrary to what we can think, much of the “training” is not done in the gym: we do it In CamOh In the kitchen. A good diet that Cover our needs When training is vital, and when the food does not arrive, supplements come into play. And inside the gym, especially in Activities such as CrossFitthe holy grail of supplementation is the one composed of proteins, creatine and an unpronounceable compound.

The Ashwagandha.

Cocktail. If there are two supplements studied and backed by scientific evidence, those are the Powder proteins and creatine. Proteins are one of the three basic macronutrients and, although, Sometimeswe can consume more proteins than we need, it is also being observed a lack of them in certain people for disease or diet reasons. To create muscleproteins are essential and we look for it in milkshakes and Even in coffee.

Supplementation with milk whey or plant compounds such as soy or peas It favors muscle gain and muscle repair. On the other hand, creatine is a supplement that focuses on increasing muscle phosphocreatine deposits, allowing faster regeneration of the energy molecule that is used in intense and short -term activities, such as weightlifting.

Evidence. The taking of both supplements in athletes is recommended, almost essential in cases such as those of people with vegan diets (Because there are proteins of plant originbut creatine is found in meats and fish), but still, and As with caffeine, they are surrounded by myths. There are those who think they are like Anabolizing steroidsthat damage the kidneys, which causes the hair to fall and that, if we train, take them and gain muscle mass, we have made “trap”.

The truth is that the two supplements, especially creatine, are widely Backed for scientific evidence. Over the years they have been put under the magnifying glass in numerous investigations, without find Myths They have penetrated many people. In fact, thanks to these investigations, every time They discover more creatine benefits, such as its Neuroprotective effects on the brain.

Ashwagandha. Within the sports scene, there are not so many doubts about the effectiveness of these supplements (provided we carry a Good dieta proper rest and a Correct trainingof course), but in recent years there is another name that is gaining weight, placing with creatine and protein shakes such as the ‘trinity’ of supplementation.

We talk about Ashwagandha, another supplement that is gaining popularity in the world of fitness due to a very interesting potential: reduce general stress, improve physical performance and also recovery. Inter alia benefits how can it be Improvement in sex quality. But … what is this?

SOMNIFERA WITHANIA. As protein and creatine, Ashwagandha does not come out of nowhere, and it really is something that has a long journey. It is an adaptogen, which is still a substance of plant origin that helps the body to balance. Its use comes from traditional medicine and is a plant known as SOMNIFERA WITHANIA That, as we say, it is gaining popularity outside that world of traditional medicine thanks to the studies that are supporting its benefits when training.

Among its effects, it has observed which reduces cortisol, or stress hormone. This favors Recovery and has positive effects on sleep quality, so it affects that important moment in which muscle regeneration occurs. Has anti -inflammatory effects and have also studied Its effects on muscle strength and physical resistance, also observing improvements in cognitive function, male fertility and improvements in glucose control and blood pressure.

Synergy. This interest in adaptogens responds to the search for more natural solutions for stress in a society in which it has become a first -order problembut it is also sneaking into the gym, with several important brands of sports supplementation offering their products. Currently, I know indicates That the benefits are consumed at intervals of six to eight weeks in doses of about 600 mg daily, but it is also indicated that long -term studies and more types of populations are required to confirm both benefits and to rule out adverse effects.

In the end, Ashwagandha is not a supplement as studied as protein powders or creatine, but these incipient analyzes are positive, accumulating favorable evidence. And, precisely, among the three supplements we have a cocktail that works in protein synthesis, adaptation and muscle recovery. And, of course Influencers of the fitness world They are also creating content on the benefits of Ashwagandha, helps more people interested in use.

At least, on this occasion, science seems to be supporting those recommendations, and something important is that (especially in the case of powdered protein), they are supplements, not substitutes and the essential thing is to carry a balanced diet.

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