We all know that sleep greatly impacts fitness, that’s why it’s often recommended to get at least 8 hours of sleep per night to maximize your gains and feel great. But what supplements should you be taking to help your muscles grow while you rest?
This article discusses a few of the best supplements for optimal muscle growth and recovery during your nighttime snooze.
Casein Protein
According to a 1968 study in The Journal of Clinical Investigation, getting enough sleep is a must for gaining muscle because that’s when your growth hormone (GH) levels peak. That’s where casein comes in. A major protein found in milk; casein protein is a better choice than traditional whey due to its slow digestion and absorption rate.
Prostar 100% Casein by Ultimate Nutrition provides a sustained amino acid release for up to seven hours, with 24 grams of protein and 60% of your daily calcium needs per serving. Plus, it’s available in three delicious flavors; chocolate creme, strawberry, and vanilla cream.
You could literally treat yourself and build muscle while you sleep. What could be more epic for your gains than that?
Flaxseed Oil
According to a 2023 article in the European Journal of Medical Research, flaxseed provides essential fats that may help enhance recovery and fat loss. These healthy fats help slow digestion, preserving muscle fiber protein while you sleep.
Try Ultimate Nutrition Flaxssed Oil for an optimal balance of Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids, helping increase metabolic rate and improving metabolism.
Arginine
You might know arginine as the amino acid you take right before workouts to get that incredible pump. Arginine boosts nitric oxide levels during activity, but it also helps promote a greater GH release during sleep according to a 2020 article in Nutrients.
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Glutamine
Another star amino acid for sleep, glutamine prevents muscle breakdown, boosts immunity, and can even help increase fat burn. It can also help release GH, just like arginine. If you’re looking to crush the weight rack, cut fat, and build lean muscle mass while supporting the immune system, GLUTAPURE by Ultimate Nutrition has you covered.
ZMA
ZMA is a combination of zinc, magnesium aspartate, and vitamin B6. It’s a triple threat for increasing testosterone, boosting immunity, and promoting brain health, all of which benefit muscle growth and overall health.
Sleep on Gains and Watch Your Muscles Grow
While we often say “don’t sleep on x, y, z” for your gains, now’s the time to do just that. Sleep is essential for not only feeling rested throughout the day, it helps keep your immune system intact while directly promoting muscle growth.
The supplements listed in this article will help you optimize rest and recovery, so you can build muscle while you sleep.
For the most effective sleep routine, make sure to get 7-9 hours every night, turn off screens at least one hour before bedtime, and wake up and fall asleep at the same times everyday.
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