J-Dawg
09-02-08, 1:51 pm
Intra-Aid FAQs:
1. What is intra-workout nutrition and why is it important for weightlifters?
Intra-workout nutrition plays a vital role in ensuring that you get the most out of your workout, and helps you take your workout to the next level. Water and carb drinks alone can only do so much. Hydrolyzed whey, EAAs, BCAAs, electrolytes, carbs and ergogenic agents work together to ensure that you maximize your results.
2. What is the "anabolic window of opportunity?"
The “anabolic window of opportunity,” as discussed in bodybuilding circles, is the open window of time immediately after a hard training session. During this time it's your job to get as many of the right nutrients through that opening as possible... However, it doesn’t begin and end solely with post-workout nutrition. All bases need to be covered—pre-, intra- and post-. In terms of intra-workout nutrition, a recent study shows that protein co-ingestion w/ carbs stimulates whole-body and muscle protein synthesis rates during resistance exercise.
3. Why both free form aminos and hydrolyzed protein?
Intra-Aid is loaded with both free form essential amino acids and hydrolyzed protein to further enhance the anabolic response during resistance exercise. The dual combo allows you to efficiently combat the dreaded catabolic effects of training as well as delay muscular fatigue, further enhancing your training performance and recovery.
4. Why is Intra-Aid superior to regular "sports drinks" designed for endurance athletes?
Intra-Aid is superior to regular “sports drinks” because these commercial drinks only contain carbs (usually high-fructose corn syrup—an inferior and potentially dangerous carb source) and electrolytes. Where’s the hydrolyzed whey? Where are the free-form EAAs? Any extra ergogenic aids? Commercial sports drinks lack these vital nutrients. Without hydrolyzed whey, EAAs and beta alanine there is no way that you can properly prevent muscle catabolism, delay muscular fatigue and enhance muscle protein synthesis during your workout.
5. What makes Intra-Aid different and more complete from other "intra-workout" supplements?
Most intra-workout supplements contain little or no carbohydrates, making them "incomplete". According to the scientific literature, both carbs and protein are important and play a critical role for lifters during this period. Based on extensive intraworkout studies done specifically on lifters, Intra-Aid incorporates a ratio of protein:carbs of 4:5 (excluding free form EAAs and BCAAs). Intra-Aid is complete and well rounded nutrition for the bodybuilder.
6. Is intra-workout nutrition backed by science?
Intra-workout nutrition is backed by both real world feedback as well as a growing body of legitimate science. Studies show that co-ingestion of hydrolyzed protein and carbs during resistance exercise stimulates both whole-body as well as muscle protein synthesis. Proper intra-workout nutrition also works to suppress cortisol levels, support proper hydration, and increase strength, endurance and recovery. In short, Intra-Aid was based on some of the latest set of scientific studies. With the addition of the carbs, among other things, Intra-Aid is unique.
7. Intra-Aid is more expensive that regular “sports drinks.” Is it really better?
Most regular “sports drinks” are comprised of inferior carbs and electrolytes. They use cheap sources to mass produce them and market it to many consumers and endurance athletes. Intra-Aid is an intra-workout supplement designed specifically for bodybuilders. It’s packed with hydro whey, EAAs, beta alanine, key carbs and electrolytes. All ingredients are backed by science and are gym tested for proven results. If you want the best results, hit the iron with Intra-Aid. Also, compare Intra-Aid to other intra-workout supplements. We believe the value can't be beat.
8. Do I need to take Intra-Aid every day?
Intra-Aid is designed specifically to be taken during a workout. There is no need to supplement with Intra-Aid on non-workout days.
9. Should I supplement anything else with Intra-Aid during the workout?
No. Intra-Aid is the "complete" bodybuilder’s workout drink. It contains all the critical ingredients you want during workout nutrition and performance—hydrolyzed protein, essential aminos, electrolyes, carbohydrates and key ergogenics. No need to add anything, unlike other intraworkout supplements which focus on protein-only.
10. Are there any stimulants in Intra-Aid?
Intra-Aid is stimulant free. You should consume stimulants prior to your workout so that they are already in your system when your workout begins. Try using Universal Nutrition’s Shock Therapy, which will take care of all your pre-workout supplementation.
11. Does Intra-Aid contain creatine?
No. Intra-Aid is creatine free. Most bodybuilders already supplement with creatine so we felt it was unnecessary to add it to Intra-Aid.
12. Can I use Intra-Aid while cutting or is it just for bulking?
You can use Intra-Aid while cutting or bulking. Since it provides you with all the key nutrients necessary during your workout, lntra-Aid will help preserve strength while cutting and enhance strength while on a bulk.
13. Can I stack Intra-Aid with other Universal supplements?
Yes. In fact, Intra-Aid was even designed to work specifically with some of them, synergistically. In particular, if you are looking to take advantage of the “anabolic window of opportunity” that exists after your workout, we suggest the following stack:
Pre-workout: 1 scoop of Shock Therapy
Intra-workout: 1 scoop of Intra-Aid
Post-workout: 3 scoops of Torrent
14. I lift weights at night. Will I have any issues if I take Intra-Aid late in the day?
Absolutely not. Intra-Aid is stimulant free and will not keep you up at night. It provides you with the proper nutrition to get the most out of your workout.
15. Why are there carbs in Intra-Aid? If I’m on a low-carb diet can I use it?
To be a complete intra-workout supplement, a set dose of carbs are necessary. Protein and aminos aren't enough. Carbs, alone, aren't enough. You want them all. When you combine key forms of protein, carbs and aminos together, you’ve got complete intra-workout nutrition. For the vast majority of lifters can use Intra-Aid. You can even use Intra-Aid on a low-carb diet. Ten grams of targeted intra-workout carbohydrates will work to fuel your workout and increase your strength and endurance without any negative effects to your low-carb diet.
16. Is Intra-Aid light and drinkable?
We know what it's like to drink shakes during leg day. Intra-Aid was formulated to be very light and easy to drink. The great, refreshing taste is an added bonus.
17. Will Intra-Aid make a difference?
Intra-Aid, like all Universal supplements, come with a full guarantee.
18. What's the best way to use Intra-Aid?
Like Torrent, the post-workout shake, you only need to take Intra-Aid on training days only. For several reasons, we recommend mixing the drink up, and sipping it throughout the workout. Do not gulp it down at one sitting. Sip it for a slow and steady release of nutrients.
1. What is intra-workout nutrition and why is it important for weightlifters?
Intra-workout nutrition plays a vital role in ensuring that you get the most out of your workout, and helps you take your workout to the next level. Water and carb drinks alone can only do so much. Hydrolyzed whey, EAAs, BCAAs, electrolytes, carbs and ergogenic agents work together to ensure that you maximize your results.
2. What is the "anabolic window of opportunity?"
The “anabolic window of opportunity,” as discussed in bodybuilding circles, is the open window of time immediately after a hard training session. During this time it's your job to get as many of the right nutrients through that opening as possible... However, it doesn’t begin and end solely with post-workout nutrition. All bases need to be covered—pre-, intra- and post-. In terms of intra-workout nutrition, a recent study shows that protein co-ingestion w/ carbs stimulates whole-body and muscle protein synthesis rates during resistance exercise.
3. Why both free form aminos and hydrolyzed protein?
Intra-Aid is loaded with both free form essential amino acids and hydrolyzed protein to further enhance the anabolic response during resistance exercise. The dual combo allows you to efficiently combat the dreaded catabolic effects of training as well as delay muscular fatigue, further enhancing your training performance and recovery.
4. Why is Intra-Aid superior to regular "sports drinks" designed for endurance athletes?
Intra-Aid is superior to regular “sports drinks” because these commercial drinks only contain carbs (usually high-fructose corn syrup—an inferior and potentially dangerous carb source) and electrolytes. Where’s the hydrolyzed whey? Where are the free-form EAAs? Any extra ergogenic aids? Commercial sports drinks lack these vital nutrients. Without hydrolyzed whey, EAAs and beta alanine there is no way that you can properly prevent muscle catabolism, delay muscular fatigue and enhance muscle protein synthesis during your workout.
5. What makes Intra-Aid different and more complete from other "intra-workout" supplements?
Most intra-workout supplements contain little or no carbohydrates, making them "incomplete". According to the scientific literature, both carbs and protein are important and play a critical role for lifters during this period. Based on extensive intraworkout studies done specifically on lifters, Intra-Aid incorporates a ratio of protein:carbs of 4:5 (excluding free form EAAs and BCAAs). Intra-Aid is complete and well rounded nutrition for the bodybuilder.
6. Is intra-workout nutrition backed by science?
Intra-workout nutrition is backed by both real world feedback as well as a growing body of legitimate science. Studies show that co-ingestion of hydrolyzed protein and carbs during resistance exercise stimulates both whole-body as well as muscle protein synthesis. Proper intra-workout nutrition also works to suppress cortisol levels, support proper hydration, and increase strength, endurance and recovery. In short, Intra-Aid was based on some of the latest set of scientific studies. With the addition of the carbs, among other things, Intra-Aid is unique.
7. Intra-Aid is more expensive that regular “sports drinks.” Is it really better?
Most regular “sports drinks” are comprised of inferior carbs and electrolytes. They use cheap sources to mass produce them and market it to many consumers and endurance athletes. Intra-Aid is an intra-workout supplement designed specifically for bodybuilders. It’s packed with hydro whey, EAAs, beta alanine, key carbs and electrolytes. All ingredients are backed by science and are gym tested for proven results. If you want the best results, hit the iron with Intra-Aid. Also, compare Intra-Aid to other intra-workout supplements. We believe the value can't be beat.
8. Do I need to take Intra-Aid every day?
Intra-Aid is designed specifically to be taken during a workout. There is no need to supplement with Intra-Aid on non-workout days.
9. Should I supplement anything else with Intra-Aid during the workout?
No. Intra-Aid is the "complete" bodybuilder’s workout drink. It contains all the critical ingredients you want during workout nutrition and performance—hydrolyzed protein, essential aminos, electrolyes, carbohydrates and key ergogenics. No need to add anything, unlike other intraworkout supplements which focus on protein-only.
10. Are there any stimulants in Intra-Aid?
Intra-Aid is stimulant free. You should consume stimulants prior to your workout so that they are already in your system when your workout begins. Try using Universal Nutrition’s Shock Therapy, which will take care of all your pre-workout supplementation.
11. Does Intra-Aid contain creatine?
No. Intra-Aid is creatine free. Most bodybuilders already supplement with creatine so we felt it was unnecessary to add it to Intra-Aid.
12. Can I use Intra-Aid while cutting or is it just for bulking?
You can use Intra-Aid while cutting or bulking. Since it provides you with all the key nutrients necessary during your workout, lntra-Aid will help preserve strength while cutting and enhance strength while on a bulk.
13. Can I stack Intra-Aid with other Universal supplements?
Yes. In fact, Intra-Aid was even designed to work specifically with some of them, synergistically. In particular, if you are looking to take advantage of the “anabolic window of opportunity” that exists after your workout, we suggest the following stack:
Pre-workout: 1 scoop of Shock Therapy
Intra-workout: 1 scoop of Intra-Aid
Post-workout: 3 scoops of Torrent
14. I lift weights at night. Will I have any issues if I take Intra-Aid late in the day?
Absolutely not. Intra-Aid is stimulant free and will not keep you up at night. It provides you with the proper nutrition to get the most out of your workout.
15. Why are there carbs in Intra-Aid? If I’m on a low-carb diet can I use it?
To be a complete intra-workout supplement, a set dose of carbs are necessary. Protein and aminos aren't enough. Carbs, alone, aren't enough. You want them all. When you combine key forms of protein, carbs and aminos together, you’ve got complete intra-workout nutrition. For the vast majority of lifters can use Intra-Aid. You can even use Intra-Aid on a low-carb diet. Ten grams of targeted intra-workout carbohydrates will work to fuel your workout and increase your strength and endurance without any negative effects to your low-carb diet.
16. Is Intra-Aid light and drinkable?
We know what it's like to drink shakes during leg day. Intra-Aid was formulated to be very light and easy to drink. The great, refreshing taste is an added bonus.
17. Will Intra-Aid make a difference?
Intra-Aid, like all Universal supplements, come with a full guarantee.
18. What's the best way to use Intra-Aid?
Like Torrent, the post-workout shake, you only need to take Intra-Aid on training days only. For several reasons, we recommend mixing the drink up, and sipping it throughout the workout. Do not gulp it down at one sitting. Sip it for a slow and steady release of nutrients.