When does Beta Alanine start to work?

[Lazarov]

When does Beta Alanine start to work? Does it take a while to build in your system like creatine or is it immediate? Thanks.

[M302_Imola]

It builds pretty much just like everything else (ie creatine). When are you taking the beta alanine? I would suggest taking it w/ creatine as the two work synergetically. Also, I hope you don't expect miracles from this amino acid...it does help but doesn't make a crazy difference. That being said it is a nice addition if you're using creatine as well.

[Lazarov]

Yes, I'm using creatine as well. I'm thinking about getting Citrulline Malate too, although it has less evidence backing it. Thanks for your answer, so it builds up in your system. Got it.

[M302_Imola]

^^^no prob

[Ashop]

It builds pretty much just like everything else (ie creatine). When are you taking the beta alanine? I would suggest taking it w/ creatine as the two work synergetically. Also, I hope you don't expect miracles from this amino acid...it does help but doesn't make a crazy difference. That being said it is a nice addition if you're using creatine as well.

I like the Beta Alanine/Creatine combo as well. Two effective supplements that work even better together.

[M302_Imola]

I like the Beta Alanine/Creatine combo as well. Two effective supplements that work even better together.

good deal, glad you feel the same way as I do

[Lazarov]

I'm also adding citrulline malate.

[M302_Imola]

I'm also adding citrulline malate.

So can you give us a breakdown when you'll be taking he citrulline malate, creatine, and beta alanine? Just wanting to make sure you're timing everything correctly.

[Lazarov]

CM- 2 scoops (4000mg) 30 minutes pre-workout
BA- 3 grams 30 minutes pre-workout
Creatine- 5 grams post-workout with whey protein
Acetyl L-Carnitine- 2 grams pre-workout

What do you think?

[M302_Imola]

looks good although I might throw in 2.5-3g creatine preworkout with the CM and BA and then 5g pwo as well (should have more of a synergetic effect.

[Lazarov]

Ok. Someone just told me 8 grams of CM is needed pre-workout...

[M302_Imola]

Ok. Someone just told me 8 grams of CM is needed pre-workout...

Naw man! Good results have been seen with as little as 3g CM...most people overdue their CM intake and end up pissing most of it out. If you're going to do 8g or more break it down into more than one dose. Also, if you don't want that bloated look that some report w/ using CM then go for Creapure CM...it's micronized and absorbs better. I don't hold water on that stuff.

[Lazarov]

Ok, thanks man.

[cliffjumper]

I was impressed with how quickly BA started working for me. And I did the same thing too: BA and Creatine combo. I was surprised that towards the end of my workout, I was still lifting heavy weight without feeling tired. Great supplements.

[Venom]

CM- 2 scoops (4000mg) 30 minutes pre-workout
BA- 3 grams 30 minutes pre-workout
Creatine- 5 grams post-workout with whey protein
Acetyl L-Carnitine- 2 grams pre-workout

What do you think?

That is all sounds solid. I dose my BA at anywhere between 4 and 6g a day and split it into two doses when I wake up and 30 min pre workout. BA is an amazing supplement and you will really start to notice the effect about a month to a month and a half into supplementing. I dose CM at 9g about 30 min pre workout, ALCAR I dose at between 2 and 3 grams a day and again I split those up half in the morning and half pre workout. The creatine and protein of course post work out. Might I suggest incorporating Na-ra-ALA and agmatine sulfate into your supplement arsenal and your will have yourself a killer stack.

[Lazarov]

I do the creatine pre workout with the beta and citrulline, just more convenient, that a problem?

[Venom]

I do the creatine pre workout with the beta and citrulline, just more convenient, that a problem?

No not at all my man, years ago everyone was all about taking their creatine post work out because of the whole idea of your body having a "40 minute window" to shuttle in all your important nutrients but time has shown that that indeed isn't necessary. As long as you are taking in the same amount of grams everyday it doesn't matter the time you take it your body will absorb it just fine. On my rest days I take it first thing in the morning just to get it out of the way.

[Lazarov]

Nice, thanks.

[Van Suka]

Yes, I'm using creatine as well. I'm thinking about getting Citrulline Malate too, although it has less evidence backing it. Thanks for your answer, so it builds up in your system. Got it.

I prefer the L-Citrulline form. Been using it for 2 years now.

[M302_Imola]

I was impressed with how quickly BA started working for me. And I did the same thing too: BA and Creatine combo. I was surprised that towards the end of my workout, I was still lifting heavy weight without feeling tired. Great supplements.

good to hear!

[RescuesPitbulls]

When does Beta Alanine start to work? Does it take a while to build in your system like creatine or is it immediate? Thanks.

It takes time to build up in your system. I tend to feel more endurance at the end of about week 2 i.e. more reps on lifts.

[M302_Imola]

It takes time to build up in your system. I tend to feel more endurance at the end of about week 2 i.e. more reps on lifts.

Wicked vein running through your upper pec...I'm jealous! No homo

[ElectraMaddox]

It takes time to build up in your system. I tend to feel more endurance at the end of about week 2 i.e. more reps on lifts.

Does it make you itch? I tried taking it and my skin turns red and I itch and break out in a rash from the supplement idk if it's the brand or what and then when I workout my joints hurt and when I stop taking it everything's normal again... Idk y that happens it doesn't seem usual

[Back In Black]

Does it make you itch? I tried taking it and my skin turns red and I itch and break out in a rash from the supplement idk if it's the brand or what and then when I workout my joints hurt and when I stop taking it everything's normal again... Idk y that happens it doesn't seem usual

The itch reduces as you get used to it. After a week or so the itch is almost gone for me. But on day 1 I hate it!