EAA Max

EAA Max provides the full spectrum of essential amino acids, including 5g of 2:1:1 BCAA, to maximize muscle protein synthesis, support recovery, reduce DOMS and guard against muscle breakdown during training.*

Also included in every serving of EAA Max are valuable electrolytes to optimize hydration and refuel mineral stores as well as a Muscular Energy & Nutrient Delivery Matrix to facilitate amino acid uptake and utilization.*

Here’s more on the benefits of the essential amino acids:

Leucine

The undisputed “king” of the amino acids, leucine serves as the catalyst that flips the switch on muscle protein synthesis, leading to muscle repair, recovery, and growth.*

Isoleucine

Leucine’s “little brother”, isoleucine also can stimulate protein synthesis, but not to the same degree as its big brother. Isoleucine also enhances glucose utilization during exercise, allowing for better energy production.*

Valine

The final member of the BCAA triumvirate, valine supports energy conversion and glycogen synthesis in muscle tissue. But equally important is its ability to boost endurance and delay the onset of fatigue due to valine "blocking out" tryptophan from uptake into the brain. Valine and Tryptophan compete for the same receptor, with valine winning easily. As a result, tryptophan cannot enter the brain and be converted into serotonin which ultimately offsets fatigue.*

EAA

Complementing the three BCAA are the other six essential amino acids needed to synthesize muscle protein. Among these essential amino acids are lysine, threonine, phenylalanine, tryptophan, histidine, and methionine. In addition to their role in supporting protein synthesis, the EAA also serve a critical role in cell repair, energy production, digestion, and neurotransmitter synthesis.* They also help protect against unwanted muscle breakdown, which can occur during intense training.*