GNC’s Amplified Maxertion N.O.

Written by Shoshana Pritzker Friday, 21 May 2010 20:08

By Shoshana Pritzker

Applying basic sports nutrition to your exercise routine sounds like a no-brainer. If men are using these products for better strength, endurance and weight loss, why is it that so many women have yet to adopt these habits? Especially considering that many of these products contain ingredients that your body is already producing. For instance, the conditionally essential amino acid Arginine has been known to have ergogenic properties. Many athletes have been taking it for its potential to stimulate growth hormone secretion, its involvement in creatine synthesis, and lastly its role in increasing nitric oxide. That means when using a nitric oxide-boosting supplement regularly pre-workout, the potential for a better workout is there.
A 2004 study by Santos et. al researched the effect of oral administration of L-arginine on muscular performance in 12 healthy volunteers. Phase 1 was considered the control, while in Phase 2, subjects were given 3 grams of oral Arginine daily for 15 days. Isokinetic measurements were taken, meaning that subjects were set to a machine to measure knee extension and flexion. Results demonstrated that there was a significant improvement in the muscular resistance capacity to fatigue following the treatment by oral administration of arginine. This means you can workout longer and harder before fatigue sets in.
At this point, you probably know just how essential post-workout supplementation is and you are putting it to good practice. But let’s not forget that pre-workout supplementation is equally important. Before you workout, you may be looking for a few specific characteristics in your supplements. First, your body needs fuel in the form of protein and healthy fats, so a protein shake may be in store. Second, you may want to have something that will boost energy to help you train longer, like caffeine or an energy drink. And third, you may be interested in a product that will help you get more out of your workout (i.e., lift more, run longer, train harder, etc.). In this case, a N.O.-boosting product would be perfect!

Introducing Amplified Maxertion N.O.
“GNC Pro Performance AMP” GNC has just introduced an innovative new line of sports nutrition products to ‘amp’lify performance among avid fitness enthusiasts and endurance athletes. Among the eight Advanced Performance Muscle (AMP) and sports nutrition products, GNC has released the industry’s first and only clinically-studied pre-workout N.O. supplement to improve physical performance by delaying neuromuscular fatigue by 20 percent. Making it easy for you to push past your normal point of fatigue, Amplified Maxertion N.O. is not your average Arginine product.
To guarantee enhanced absorption of Arginine, GNC used an innovative new technology to create Micronized Arginine (large particles diced up into smaller, more absorbable, micronized particles). As a result, the N.O.-boosting properties are easier to absorb and more effective at enhancing your workout. When N.O. is increased in the body, blood vessels expand, allowing more blood, oxygen and nutrients to flow into your muscles, which in turn, delays fatigue.
To increase uptake, Amplified Maxertion N.O. uses a proprietary circulatory blend consisting of standardized Grapeseed Extract (to support circulation) and Yohimbine bark. This blend also activates Nitric Oxide synthase, which is the enzyme in the body that dilates blood vessels and stimulates N.O. synthesis in the body. All of this combined with the micronized L-Arginine and Polyethylene Glycol (increases lifespan of product in the body) makes for the most groundbreaking nitric oxide product on the market. There are no powders involved; simply take 4 tablets about 30 minutes before training. And on non-training days, take 4 tablets upon waking.
Whether your goal is to lose body fat, build strength or become a faster runner preparing for a marathon, supplements, or more specifically, ergogenic aides like Amplified Maxertion N.O., can help you cross that finish line that much quicker and more efficiently. What athlete doesn’t want to be the best?!

References:
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Santos RS, Pacheco MTT, Martins RABL, Villaverde AB, et al.: Study of the effect of oral administration of L-arginine on muscular performance in healthy volunteers: an isokinetic study. Isokinetics and Exercise Science, 2002, 10(3):153-158. OpenURL