When aiming for muscle hypertrophy, several supplements can support enhanced muscle growth and recovery when combined with a proper training regimen and diet. Here are some of the key supplements often recommended for hypertrophy:

1. Whey Protein

   • Fast-digesting protein source.
   • Rich in branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs), which aid muscle recovery and growth.
   • Suggested intake: 20 grams before workouts and 40 grams post-workout¹².

2. Creatine

   • Enhances strength and muscle mass.
   • Increases the body's capacity to perform high-intensity exercise and supports muscle recovery.
   • Effectively increases muscle mass in both upper and lower body³⁴.

3. Branched-Chain Amino Acids (BCAAs)

   • Comprises leucine, isoleucine, and valine.
   • Helps reduce muscle soreness and accelerates muscle recovery.
   • Can be taken before, during, or after exercise to support muscle protein synthesis⁵.

4. Beta-Alanine

   • Delays muscle fatigue during intense exercise.
   • Supports muscle endurance and may improve workout performance⁶.

5. HMB (Beta-Hydroxy Beta-Methylbutyrate)

   • A metabolite of the amino acid leucine.
   • Reduces muscle protein breakdown and enhances muscle recovery¹.

6. Glutamine

   • Supports muscle recovery, immune function, and gut health.
   • Can be beneficial especially during intense training periods¹.

7. Carnitine

   • Helps in fat metabolism, thus providing energy and potentially preserving muscle glycogen.
   • May aid in reducing muscle damage and soreness¹.

8. L-Arginine

   • Precursor for nitric oxide which enhances blood flow to muscles.
   • Can improve exercise performance and recovery¹.

Adding these supplements to your diet can help in achieving muscle hypertrophy when paired with consistent resistance training and adequate nutrition.

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Footnotes

1. Jacqueline Kaminski, "The 8 Best Supplements for Muscle Growth You Should Try Right Now," NASM. ↩ ↩² ↩³ ↩⁴ ↩⁵

2. Grant Tinsley, "The Best Supplements for Muscle Growth," Healthline. ↩

3. Shih-Hao Wu, "Creatine Supplementation for Muscle Growth: A Scoping Review," NCBI. ↩

4. Ryan Burke, "The Effects of Creatine Supplementation Combined with Resistance Training," NCBI. ↩

5. Stefan M Pasiakos, "The effects of protein supplements on muscle mass, strength, and power," PubMed. ↩

6. Paul Kita, "The Best Supplements for Muscle Growth, According to a Registered Dietitian," Men's Health. ↩