Q: What is Pro Gym?

A: Pro Gym De Luxe is the future of pre & post workout protein. It contains a scientifically formulated protein and carbohydrate ratio allowing you to take full advantage of the anabolic window that opens before and after training.

Q: How does the 51g of time release ‘super-protein’ help over the course of a gym workout?

A: A study performed at the University of Clermont, France, investigated protein absorption rates. Whey protein was absorbed ultra fast. Casein protein was absorbed at a much slower rate (3 to 4 hours). For optimum bodybuilding, mixing fast & slow proteins works. Fast protein is great post workout. At night, a slow protein fights muscle wastage (catabolism) while you sleep, by “drip feeding” protein into your blood stream over several hours. Combining “fast/slow” proteins like this, you’re truly getting the best of both worlds. This is the protein structure of the protein in Ripfasts Pro Gym protein.

Our ‘Super-Protein’ blend ensures a multiple source protein influx into your daily protein diet requirement.

For decades egg whites were considered “the perfect protein”. In the golden age of bodybuilding, (the 1970s), egg protein was a major dietary ingredient for bodybuilders. It still is, but other proteins like whey protein have taken the spotlight in recent years.

Q: How the 29g recovery carbs insulin spike system helps you

A: Creating an ‘insulin spike’ post training helps shuttle the protein into your hungry muscles post-training even faster, leading to to better results, faster. Pro Gym has been delicately micro engineered to take advantage of this ‘spike’. Full instructions on how to use the ‘insulin spike’ to your advantage are supplied when you receive your tub of Pro Gym.

Q: What’s the benefit of 7.5g glutamine for performance, endurance & recovery?

A: Glutamine is the most abundant naturally occurring, non-essential amino acid in the human body and one of the few amino acids that directly cross the blood-brain barrier. In the body, it is found circulating in the blood as well as stored in the skeletal muscles. It becomes conditionally essential (requiring intake from food or supplements) in states of illness or injury. It assists in increases in growth hormone, muscle mass and recovery whilst driving protein into the muscle cell for muscle growth.

“Glutamine gradient” is critical in maintaining and building muscle tissue. The higher the muscle glutamine levels you can maintain, the faster the muscle will grow. It is actually used by hospitals to speed up the recovery of patients with serious injuries. An American Journal of Clinical nutrition study showed, a single 2g oral dose of glutamine elevated circulating growth hormone levels by over 430%.

Q: How do the MCT (medium-chain-tryglycerides) help?

A: MCT stands for Medium-Chain-Tryglycerides Consumption of medium chain triglycerides has been shown to encourage caloric thermogenesis (fat burning) at a rate greater than if MCT consumption had not occurred. The body can use MCTs for many purposes. These include for muscle energy, fat burning, and for the production of adenosine triphosphate. Trials show that MCTs may be effective for weight loss and athletic performance.

Q: Does the 5.3g creatine for pump, performance, endurance/recovery really work?

A: Creatine is a substance found naturally in the human body. Performing any intense exercise (e.g. weights) causes the body to use creatine to supply energy. But the natural supply in the body lasts a matter of seconds when training flat out in the gym.

Creatine supplementation is the answer. Creatine can help you pack on muscle size and strength fast, whilst you’re on a weight training program (like the Ripfast Ultimate Bodybuilding System) as well as aid faster recovery from intense workouts.

Creatine assists in water retention in the muscle cells (this is different to water retention below the skin – which leads to ‘puffiness’). Imagine your muscle being made up of many ‘balloon’ like cells, when each small muscle cell is full of extra water, the whole muscle appears more ‘pumped up’. Apart from the strength and recovery benefits, this is of the ‘visual’ benefits that you will see from Creatine use, quickly too.

Extensive research shows that it can be used to support your muscle and strength goals. Anyone involved in strength and power-based sports, bodybuilders and regular gym goers, will notice greater gains in muscular size, strength and performance from increasing Creatine useage.

Powerful Ripfast products that include Creatine are: Pro Gym, Super Full Nitro and Kre Alkalyn Creatine Intelligence.

Q: How does the 3g leucine affect my anabolic recovery procedure?

A: Clinical trials show that in order for protein balance to become positive during the vital post workout phase, dietary protein and specifically the amino acid Leucine, must be consumed. Protein balance remains negative until it is present. The process of protein synthesis (muscle building) is reliant upon a positive protein balance. Pro Gym has been strengthened with extra Leucine content for optimum protein synthesis.

Leucine is one of the three branched chain amino acids (BCAAs) and is unique in its ability to stimulate skeletal muscle protein synthesis. In fact, Leucine has been shown to have approx. 10x greater impact on protein synthesis than any other amino acid.

Q: What are the benefits of the 2.3g beta-alanine?

A: There are multiple benefits to the bodybuilder for Beta-Alanine use, shown by numerous scientific studies:
♣ Increases Muscular Strength & Power Output
♣ Increases Muscle Mass
♣ Boosts Muscular Anaerobic Endurance
♣ Increases Aerobic Endurance
♣ Delays Muscle Fatigue – allowing you to train harder & longer

Q: How does the HMB (β-Hydroxy β-Methylbutyrate) help me?

A: β-hydroxy β-methylbutyrate (also known as HMB), is a metabolite of the essential amino acid leucine and is synthesized in the human body. It plays a part in protein synthesis (method by which muscles are constructed). HMB is able to increase protein synthesis. Due to the repartioning effect of protein, this ultimately leads to gains in strength and muscle as well as fat loss. HMB also helps against protein catabolism(muscle breakdown). This makes HMB perfect for both, low calorie dieting and bulking.

In one study performed by the department of education in East Tennessee State University 39 men and 36 women were put randomly in a placebo or HMB group for 4 weeks of resistance training. The HMB group took 3 grams daily. After the 4 weeks the HMB group had a 7.5KG strength gain over 5.2kg in the placebo group(5 lb difference). The HMB group increase lean mass by 1.4 kg and reduced body fat % by 1.1. The placebo had a 0.9kg lean mass increase and 0.8% reduction in body fat.

Q: Do the 1.5g omega-3 fatty acids assist in stopping recovery potential damage?

A: There are many health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids. Research shows strong evidence that the omega-3s EPA and DHA can boost heart health and lower triglycerides. And there are studies showing that omega-3 fatty acids may help with other conditions — rheumatoid arthritis, depression, and many more. Omega-3 fatty acids, found in fish oils (mainly EPA and DHA) and flaxseed oil, are useful in a wide variety of conditions. They have also been shown to reduce oxidant stress (oxidative stress or free radical damage is important in the development of training related inflammatory issues).

Suppress the production of pro-inflammatory compounds in the body and therefore influence inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, inflammatory bowel disease, cancer as well as depression autoimmune disorders, and aging.

Q: Apart from focus & intensity how does the 1.5g Taurine help?

A: L-Taurine is the most voluminous amino acid present in striated type 2 muscle fiber. It acts much like creatine in the fact that it expands the cells by helping the muscle cell hold more water, which increases cell volume. This is significant to bodybuilders because expanded muscle cells increase hydration. This results in a higher rate of protein synthesis and creates increased muscle fullness.

L-Taurine is also beneficial for bodybuilders because of its ability to increase energy in the muscles, thereby allowing for a prolonged workout time. It also aids in lifting heavier weights, because of its ability to enhances interstitial contractile leverage.

Other benefits of L-Taurine include its use in treating those with hypertension or high cholesterol. L-Taurine plays a huge role in the functioning of the brain, and can improve mood.

Q: What are the benefits of 500mg NAC (n-acetyl cysteine)?

A: N-Acetyl Cysteine, also known as NAC is a modified form of the amino acid cysteine.

Research has established that NAC exerts powerful antioxidant effects and scavenges the body for, and neutralizes, harmful free radicals that can cause oxidative damage to muscle tissue, bodily organs, and DNA. As an antioxidant it may reduce oxidative stress. In addition to protecting the body from oxidative damage resulting from normal metabolism and environmental toxins, NAC has shown positive effects on liver function, protecting the liver from heavy metals like lead and mercury. NAC may also boost immune system function by acting as a glutathione pre-cursor.

Q: What are the benefits of 5mg COQ10?

A: Coenzymes are substances that facilitate the activities of enzymes. One particular coenzyme, Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), could play an important role in the production of energy throughout the body. Also called ubiquinone, it is useful component of cells and is important for mitochondrial energy production in the body. Mitochondria can be viewed as ‘energy engines’ on a cellular level. CoQ10 could be a major component of ATP production in the body by supporting the conversion of our food to fuel. It is estimated that as much as 95% of the total energy created within the body comes from mitochondria, so CoQ10 is definitely a supplement to keep in mind. The heart and liver contain the most Coenzyme Q10. CoQ10 also exhibits many antioxidant-like properties, scouring our bodies and fighting free radicals.

Q: What are the benefits of 50mg Vitamin C?

A: No other vitamin seems to be as beneficial to us than Vitamin C. And as it is not readily stored in the body, it needs to be replenished on a daily basis. Our bodies use large amounts of vitamin C to combat infections, colds, and disease. Vitamin C is also used by the body in many healing processes such as preventing cancer, healing wounds, and reducing damage from pollutants like drugs and cigarette smoke. Tests also shows that Vitamin C helps ease upper respiratory infections, reduce bronchial restriction, and impaired breathing with allergies and asthma.

Most importantly, extra C improves healthy immune system functioning. Research also suggests that it creates healthy blood vessel functioning and helps keep arterial walls clear from blockage – which in turn reduces your risk of heart disease.

High levels of Vitamin C also suppress your bodys release of cortisone. Cortisone is a hormone released from your body whenever you are under stress and is highly undesirable for the bodybuilder. Cortisone ultimately decreases your testosterone levels and throws your body into a catabolic state (your body begins using your muscle for fuel).

Q: What are the benefits of the 1500IU of Vitamin D?

A: Vitamin D is a fat soluble vitamin found naturally in few foods and synthesized in the body upon exposure to sunlight. It acts like a hormone in the body and there are Vitamin D receptors throughout the body. Good vitamin D levels have been associated with increased muscle strength in the elderly, leading to a stronger stance and balance. Perhaps this is because the end product of vitamin D metabolism (1,25-dihydroxy-vitamin D) may increase muscle strength through its action on muscle cell protein synthesis and cell growth. Another study found that people with lower vitamin D levels tend to have higher levels (up to 20%) of muscle fat. No doubt, higher amounts of fat in your muscle means that there is less actual muscle tissue. It is therefore expected that muscle strength will decrease with increased muscle fat. In the same study, the authors also reported that subjects with low levels of vitamin D also had higher levels of subcutaneous (under skill) fat and abdominal fat. This suggests that if you want to look really shredded, vitamin D is a requirement.

Q: How does the 50mcg of Selenium help my training? 

A: Selenium is a micro nutrient, important for health and well being, that amongst its many benefits, enhances immune function, counters effects of heart disease and has an anti oxidant effect.