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Growth hormone and testosterone are the two most important hormones in relation to
muscle building. One of the most important distinguishing characters between the two is
that growth hormone actually causes the body to build new muscle cells, while
testosterone does not.
There is no question that testosterone is the king of muscle building, however it lacks
that one important characteristic. That is why boosting both growth hormone and
testosterone levels together have such a powerful effect on muscle building.
The most effective way to do this is with anabolic steroids and synthetic growth
hormone. There are a few problems with this approach though:
Many people will tell you that anabolic steroids and HGH are safe if you use them
correctly and this may be true for some people, but everybody reacts differently to drugs
and you may not have the same experience as someone else who uses these drugs.
The other thing to keep in mind is that the long term data on steroid and HGH usage is
limited and nobody knows the possible long term damage they could cause to a healthy
person.
I'm not going too deep into all of the pros and cons of steroids here because I'm not
promoting their use, simply because there are safer routes, that can get you really
impressive results if you're somebody who is dedicated to your diet, training and
supplement routine. Besides, unless you're competing in Mr. Olympia, there's no point
for most people.
By taking synthetic drugs the body will actually shut down its own production of these
chemicals to regain homeostasis. For this reason anabolic steroid users have to finish
their cycles with post cycle therapy (PCT) to stimulate the body to produce its own
hormones again.
Many of the supplements used in PCT are, themselves, very effective natural
testosterone boosters. They work with the body, rather than causing the body to shut
down hormone production. In many ways they could be considered the exact opposite
of steroids. They are safe and effective and, for the most part, side effect free.
There are supplements that naturally boost growth hormone and ones that naturally
boost testosterone. First let's look at the growth hormone boosters:
Some pre-workout supplements, such as While Flood by Controlled Labs, are beginning
to include GABA in the mix. Of course you can also buy GABA in the powdered or pill
form which is a good option because you can take larger doses that way. Of all of the
natural growth hormone boosters, GABA is probably the most highly regarded.
Amino Acids
Other amino acids that have a "growth hormone boosting" effect include Ornithine,
Lysine, Glutamine BCAA's, Taurine and Arginine. Taking these amino acids together in
sufficient amounts can produce noticeable results.
There are supplements like Fountain of Youth's HGH Complete that include all of these
amino acids along with other HGH and testosterone boosting ingredients. Amino acids
are the basis for all supplements that aim to naturally increase HGH levels.
ZMA
ZMA - zinc magnesium aspartate is a combination of zinc, magnesium and vitamin B6 in
some cases. This relatively new development in bodybuilding supplements is really
nothing new. We have known the benefits of zinc and magnesium for hundreds of years,
but it was only recently discovered that the two together, in a high enough, dose could a
substantially raise testosterone levels.
Not only is zinc necessary for testosterone production, but it is a powerful antioxidant
that speeds up healing time. Magnesium is necessary for muscle function and over 300
reactions in the body. What's more is that many Americans are deficient in their dietary
magnesium intake.
Many users of ZMA report deeper and more restful sleep (which in itself is important in
testosterone and HGH production). ZMA was first sold as a supplement on its own, but
now most supplement companies that make testosterone boosters include it as one of
several ingredients, which verifies its effectiveness.
Other Notables
Other popular testosterone boosting ingredients include, but are not limited to, yohimbe
bark, fenugreek, tribulus, saw palmetto and D-aspartic acid (D-isomer amino acid that
acts as a neurotransmitter). All of these ingredients, besides D-aspartic acid, are natural
plant extracts. Some may have more of an effect of increasing sex drive for some people.
Overall, most people will see results with at least one, or a combination of, these
ingredients. Supplements like TestFreak, from PharmaFreak, boast an impressive list of
ingredients that include both testosterone and HGH boosters.
First, I'm going to list, what I believe are, the top 3 ways to increase these hormones, then
I will move on to other helpful pointers:
1. Powerlifting - Doing squats and deadlifts with heavy weight at low repetition is
probably the single most important tool for increasing HGH and testosterone. You
only need to perform these exercises once or twice a week, as the body needs
sufficient time to recover from powerlifting.
2. Rest - If you're not sleeping enough (7-8 hours) you're robbing your body of the
chance to produce these hormones. About 70% of the body's growth hormone is
produced during deep sleep.
3. Diet – Without the proper fuel your body can't produce enough of these hormones
so weightlifting and rest won't be of much help to you without a sufficient calorie
and protein intake. A high quality whey protein powder is a must!
As you can see, all three of these factors are interdependent, meaning they must all be
"on point" or you really won't see much benefit from any of them. Here are some other
great tips:
Take it from me (someone who has consistently followed every one of those tips), a
combination of the right diet, training and supplements can stimulate your body to
produce far more growth hormone and testosterone than it normally would.
For males ages 18-25, your hormone levels are already through the roof, so this is a great
time to take advantage of training and nutrition. For men over 30 the supplements I
mentioned will produce even more noticeable results than in younger men because both
GH and testosterone levels begin to drop with age.
For women trying to build muscle natural growth hormone boosters are a usually a
better choice than testosterone boosters (as high testosterone (the male hormone) levels
in women can promote more masculine features in some cases). For men and women
who are 50+ years of age natural growth hormone booster are a great, safe way to
reverse the aging process. They can promote energy, vitality, improved vision, improved
muscle tone and many other benefits.
Use the tips and information in this article and most importantly, be consistent with
whatever you do! Consistency is the most important action when trying to achieve great
results. That 's a little tip straight from 4 time Mr Olympia - Jay Cutler.
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Posted Wed, 05/21/2014 - 22:45 LIKE 25
Gail
Hi. I'm a female in my early 50s. What do u recommend to use for me to gain some muscle.
I'm not into bodybuilding - just would like look nice.
My diet is good and so is my exercise routine.
Regards. Gail
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Posted Sat, 12/07/2013 - 03:00 LIKE 34
NST
That means in one workout, do every set (3 set ) ,of about 15-20 repetitions(times)..and
with sort interval of maximum 25 seconds between each set.
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Posted Wed, 07/03/2013 - 20:21 LIKE 38
ADITYA RANJAN
DEAR ;SIR MY LIFE IS VERY BAD BECOZ MY HIGHT IS 5.2 AND I'M 19.7 YRS OLD .SO PLS
PLS HELP ME FOR HIGHT GAIN.THANKS...
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Posted Mon, 05/13/2013 - 00:55 LIKE 51
Elizabeth
John, you are great and obviously know your subject extremely well! I think it would be a good
idea for you to encourage others to read around the subject, as well as answering their
questions directly. Better still, give them references to articles etc, where they might find better
understanding. I think that sometimes a one off answer is great, but can only give an
encapsulated focus on one direct point. Some of the posts I've read on this board make it
obvious that your assistance is needed in promoting further knowledge. With kind regards.
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Posted Thu, 02/07/2013 - 09:15 LIKE 56
baby face mason
hi my name is mason. I am 26 years old going on 27 in march i lift weights eat healthy, make
sure it's enough protein and zinc in my meals, But for some reason i can't seem to gain facial
hair. Even my cousin at 25-26 is beating me with more facial hair and a manly look! i'm only
5'8" and can only grow a few whiskers under my chin, and above my lip. When i shave it takes
a long time to grow the whiskers back. I'm tired of going to the restaurant and the waiter is
talking to me like i'm thirteen! Well to get to the point my question is are there any foods that
boost testosterone levels?, what should i eat? And are there any supplements i can take that
don't have a or no side-effects?
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Posted Sat, 01/26/2013 - 03:58 LIKE 73
Seijinvet
Most likely you have improved your posture. After puberty your physeal (growth) plates
close and long bone growth ceases. I had a slouch posture. One day I decided to sit up
straight in the golf cart next to my golf buddy. He just looked amazed as now my head
was well above his, almost hitting the cart. I have a little trick to remind me to work on
my posture. Whenever I notice an attractive woman I conciously try to stand in perfect
posture and by the way work on my abs by tightening them (there are a variety of ways
to do this). Works for me...
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Posted Sat, 01/05/2013 - 13:08 LIKE 45
Teagan
Hello, I'm 16 year old male, and I'm 6'4. I have very high metabolism and although I eat plenty
of food, I still only weigh 155lbs. I want to be around 175-180lbs by 2014. I will be going to the
gym and taking Mutant Mass and eating right. Any recommendations to help me reach my
goal. Also, do you believe it is achievable?
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