Why can't I just take a regular one-a-day type vitamin instead of Animal Pak?
You can, but why would you want to take a one-a-day type vitamin that is made for Joe Couchpotato? These vitamins do contain 100% of the RDA in many of them, but do you take only 50g of the RDA of protein? Nope. You take more because you are a serious athlete. You know the importance of nutrition and that the RDA is a little behind the times, and designed for Joe Couchpotato. Serious athletes need nutrition such as protein. The same applies to your multi. Only Animal Pak was designed for serious bodybuilder or strength athlete. Harder training athletes need more vitamins and minerals and other nutrients than sedentary individuals. So if your multi is one or two pills or even three pills, then it's time to consider what you'r doing.
Do I need the Pak? Don't I get enough vitamins from my foods?
Yeah, if it were that easy. The truth is, a lot of veggies, due to overfarming and poor soil quality, aren't as loaded in nutrients as they used to be. Plus, it assumes, your eating a wide range of foods, including lots of leafy green veggies, fruits, and other whole foods. You also gotta remember that even the pros, who eat right for a living, take a multi. And don't forget, when it comes to dieting, you're pretty much eating the same foods day in and day out. Eating chicken, rice, turkey, and tuna isn't a great diet from a nutritional point of view. It can quickly lead to nutritional deficiencies or gaps. So weather you're bulking or cutting, a multivitamin like Animal Pak is absolutely essential if you want to stay on top of your game.
Which Animal Products are cycled and which ones aren't?
Animal Stack 2, Animal M-Stak, and Animal Cuts are cycled for 3 weeks on and 1 week off. That's the set schedule. Animal Pak, Animal Nitro, and Animal Nitro G do not need to be cycled. You should take the Pak every day, and the Nitro on training days.
Animal Nitro contains essential aminos. So what are so special about essential aminos?
Essential Amino Acids are those aminos that your body cannot make. You can only get them from your diet. These are essential aminos for a couple of reasons. First, your body cannot take them and turn them into other essential aminos for your body to use. Second, many of the essential amino acids can be used to make energy when needed. Third, you can maintain a net nitrogen balance on essential aminos only- you don't need non-essential aminos to get into an anabolic state. Fourth, the essential aminos found in Animal Nitro come in the form of uncoupled aminos. They are free of chemical bonds and they do not need to be digested. Therefore, they can be rapidly assimilated, bypass the liver, and enter the systemic circulation quickly and efficiently. when essential amino acids come in "uncoupled" forms, they can also exert pharmalogical and psycological effects that plain protein powders can't. Fifth, Animal Nitro contains a specific, proven ratio of amino acids. We just don't throw them in there. They come in a precise formula that has been modeled after actual human muscle protein itself. No other amino formula has this blend of aminos that we call Human Muscle Protein Complex. Finally research has recently shown that non-essential amino acids are not required for boosting anabolism via protein synthesis. Only essential amino acids are necessary. So, as you can see, supplementing with essencial amino acids is important.
Do you have to take Animal Cuts twice a day?
Yes, but only if you want maximum results. Animal Cuts can be taken twice a day or every day for 21 straight days-preferably on an empty stomach or between meals. On days you can do cardio, make sure 1 pak is taken 30-45 minutes before your exercise. You can take one pak before weight training for increased focus unless you are already taking Animal Stak. In general, take the first pak first thing in the morning, and the second pak in the early afternoon. If you only train in the evenings, then experiment and see how late you can take the Animal Cuts without it affecting you sleep patterns.
Can I take Animal Supplements with other supplements?
The Animal Pak Products were designed to be taken together. When used as a complete system, you don't need any other supplements-all the core nutritional bases are covered: essential aminos , thermogenic and metabolic enhancers, creatine , glutamine , BCAAs , vitamins and minerals. You can take Animal Pak with pretty much every other supplement out there. In fact, Animal Pak , can make your supplements work even better. Many lifters typically use Animal Pak Supplements with other protein powders, creatines, etc.
What's the difference between the Animal Stak 2 and the Animal M Stak?
Both are natural test supplements , but both approach the issue of anabolism differently. Animal M Stak attempts to enhance anabolism via net nitrogen balance, protein synthesis and by shuttling more of the calories you eat into muscle-building as opposed to fat-storage. Animal Stak 2 on the other hand, attempts to Animal Stak 2boost anabolism and test fuctions via the modulation of various hormones and key transport proteins. Bottom line, if you're a classic Animal Stak 2hardgainer who has trouble putting on size, even though you get enough calories, M Stak is the better choice. For all other lifters, consider starting with the Animal Stak 2 first.
Can I take all the Animal Products together?
Yes, you can pretty much take all the Animal Products together. When it comes to customizing a stack, there are two factors to consider: (1) the timing of the different supplements and (2) what your training goals are. Paramount-Supplements.com has some popular stacks listed.
Can Animal Nitro help me keep my muscle even when I am not lifting?
According to the latest research on essential aminos , yes it can. Researchers at the University of Texas found that healthy subjects taking a placebo, after 28 days confined to beds, lost about a pound of leg muscle. The other group taking a mixture of essential amino acids with carbs kept their mass. According to the lead researcher Dr. Douglas Paddon-Jones: "We thought it was most the astounding thing that even though our subjects did not ecercise, they were able to maintain muscle mass." So the next time you aren't able to hit the gym for a while, if you want to keep the muscle you've worked so hard for, you may want to take Animal Nitro.
Can I take 1 Animal Pak instead of 2?
Yes you can. One will work, especially if you weigh less than 200lbs. If you're an elite bodybuilder or competative strength athlete, you may want to take 2 paks.
Is timing important for Animal Products?
For some products, it matters. For others it does not. Animal Pak can be taken at any time. Animal Nitro and Animal Nitro G needs to be taken within 30 minutes after lifting and also right before lifting. Be sure to read the labels and see what needs to be applied to what.
I'm a hardgainer looking to add quality weight. What's the best stack for me?
Animal Pak once a day. Three to six servings of Animal Max. Animal M Stak or Animal Stak2 before you train. Along with a well-rounded weight-gaining diet and a solid resistance training program, you should see solid results in 3-6 weeks.
My whey protein has essential aminos in it. Should I still take Animal Nitro?
Yes, for a lot of reasons. Studies looking into Amino supplementation following resistance training showed that non-essential amino acids weren't necessary for protein synthesis and anabolism. Only essential amino acids are required. Whey Protein is typically about 45% essential aminos and 55% non-essential aminos. Plus with whey, the bonds that hold the aminos together must be broken down through the digestive process.
As whey protein is dietested, many of the aminos get deaminated and ultimately converted into urea, a waste product. The special "uncoupled" amino acids in Animal Nitro don't have to be digested. They can enter the systemic circulation quickly and efficiently. When it comes to the nutritional "window of opportunity" around lifting, Animal Nitro rocks! You can think of the difference between whey protein and Animal Nitro in this way: What would you rather have, a 10-lb rock that contains an ounce of gold inside, or an ounce of pure 24k gold? While both have gold in it, it takes time and effort to get the the gold out of the rock. Well Animal Nitro is the 24k gold, and whey protein is the rock that contains the gold.
I've got muscle, but I can't get rid of that last few pounds of fat. What should I do?
Once again, begin you supplement stack with the Animal Pak. Next add theAnimal Cuts. A cycle or two should do the trick.
I have trouble with the Animal Pak tablets. Any Suggestions?
Here are a couple of tips. You can split the larger tablets in half. bodybuilding pros have been known to add them to a shake and blend them up.
How much strength can I get with Animal Stak? My training buddies have increased their lifts by 25 pounds after only one cycle.
Increasing your lifts by 25 pounds in once cycle is not all that suprising. We've had athletes tell us that they've increased their bench press by fifteen, twenty-five, and thirty pounds in only 3 weeks. If you've hit a plateau and have stopped growing, Animal M Stak may be the answer.
What's the difference between Animal Nitro and Animal Nitro G?
Not much differenct, but both contain Human Muscle Protein Complex. This essential amino acid profile and ratios are modeled after actual human muscle itself. The main difference is that: Animal Nitro G comes as a grape-flavored drink mix and Animal Nitro G has the 35g of dextrose built in. One study looking at 6g of essential aminos along with 35g of simple carbs found that this mix could increase protein synthesis by around 400% after lifting. So if your looking for a convenience, just throw a pack of Animal Nitro G into your gym bag and you'll be set!
You can, but why would you want to take a one-a-day type vitamin that is made for Joe Couchpotato? These vitamins do contain 100% of the RDA in many of them, but do you take only 50g of the RDA of protein? Nope. You take more because you are a serious athlete. You know the importance of nutrition and that the RDA is a little behind the times, and designed for Joe Couchpotato. Serious athletes need nutrition such as protein. The same applies to your multi. Only Animal Pak was designed for serious bodybuilder or strength athlete. Harder training athletes need more vitamins and minerals and other nutrients than sedentary individuals. So if your multi is one or two pills or even three pills, then it's time to consider what you'r doing.
Do I need the Pak? Don't I get enough vitamins from my foods?
Yeah, if it were that easy. The truth is, a lot of veggies, due to overfarming and poor soil quality, aren't as loaded in nutrients as they used to be. Plus, it assumes, your eating a wide range of foods, including lots of leafy green veggies, fruits, and other whole foods. You also gotta remember that even the pros, who eat right for a living, take a multi. And don't forget, when it comes to dieting, you're pretty much eating the same foods day in and day out. Eating chicken, rice, turkey, and tuna isn't a great diet from a nutritional point of view. It can quickly lead to nutritional deficiencies or gaps. So weather you're bulking or cutting, a multivitamin like Animal Pak is absolutely essential if you want to stay on top of your game.
Which Animal Products are cycled and which ones aren't?
Animal Stack 2, Animal M-Stak, and Animal Cuts are cycled for 3 weeks on and 1 week off. That's the set schedule. Animal Pak, Animal Nitro, and Animal Nitro G do not need to be cycled. You should take the Pak every day, and the Nitro on training days.
Animal Nitro contains essential aminos. So what are so special about essential aminos?
Essential Amino Acids are those aminos that your body cannot make. You can only get them from your diet. These are essential aminos for a couple of reasons. First, your body cannot take them and turn them into other essential aminos for your body to use. Second, many of the essential amino acids can be used to make energy when needed. Third, you can maintain a net nitrogen balance on essential aminos only- you don't need non-essential aminos to get into an anabolic state. Fourth, the essential aminos found in Animal Nitro come in the form of uncoupled aminos. They are free of chemical bonds and they do not need to be digested. Therefore, they can be rapidly assimilated, bypass the liver, and enter the systemic circulation quickly and efficiently. when essential amino acids come in "uncoupled" forms, they can also exert pharmalogical and psycological effects that plain protein powders can't. Fifth, Animal Nitro contains a specific, proven ratio of amino acids. We just don't throw them in there. They come in a precise formula that has been modeled after actual human muscle protein itself. No other amino formula has this blend of aminos that we call Human Muscle Protein Complex. Finally research has recently shown that non-essential amino acids are not required for boosting anabolism via protein synthesis. Only essential amino acids are necessary. So, as you can see, supplementing with essencial amino acids is important.
Do you have to take Animal Cuts twice a day?
Yes, but only if you want maximum results. Animal Cuts can be taken twice a day or every day for 21 straight days-preferably on an empty stomach or between meals. On days you can do cardio, make sure 1 pak is taken 30-45 minutes before your exercise. You can take one pak before weight training for increased focus unless you are already taking Animal Stak. In general, take the first pak first thing in the morning, and the second pak in the early afternoon. If you only train in the evenings, then experiment and see how late you can take the Animal Cuts without it affecting you sleep patterns.
Can I take Animal Supplements with other supplements?
The Animal Pak Products were designed to be taken together. When used as a complete system, you don't need any other supplements-all the core nutritional bases are covered: essential aminos , thermogenic and metabolic enhancers, creatine , glutamine , BCAAs , vitamins and minerals. You can take Animal Pak with pretty much every other supplement out there. In fact, Animal Pak , can make your supplements work even better. Many lifters typically use Animal Pak Supplements with other protein powders, creatines, etc.
What's the difference between the Animal Stak 2 and the Animal M Stak?
Both are natural test supplements , but both approach the issue of anabolism differently. Animal M Stak attempts to enhance anabolism via net nitrogen balance, protein synthesis and by shuttling more of the calories you eat into muscle-building as opposed to fat-storage. Animal Stak 2 on the other hand, attempts to Animal Stak 2boost anabolism and test fuctions via the modulation of various hormones and key transport proteins. Bottom line, if you're a classic Animal Stak 2hardgainer who has trouble putting on size, even though you get enough calories, M Stak is the better choice. For all other lifters, consider starting with the Animal Stak 2 first.
Can I take all the Animal Products together?
Yes, you can pretty much take all the Animal Products together. When it comes to customizing a stack, there are two factors to consider: (1) the timing of the different supplements and (2) what your training goals are. Paramount-Supplements.com has some popular stacks listed.
Can Animal Nitro help me keep my muscle even when I am not lifting?
According to the latest research on essential aminos , yes it can. Researchers at the University of Texas found that healthy subjects taking a placebo, after 28 days confined to beds, lost about a pound of leg muscle. The other group taking a mixture of essential amino acids with carbs kept their mass. According to the lead researcher Dr. Douglas Paddon-Jones: "We thought it was most the astounding thing that even though our subjects did not ecercise, they were able to maintain muscle mass." So the next time you aren't able to hit the gym for a while, if you want to keep the muscle you've worked so hard for, you may want to take Animal Nitro.
Can I take 1 Animal Pak instead of 2?
Yes you can. One will work, especially if you weigh less than 200lbs. If you're an elite bodybuilder or competative strength athlete, you may want to take 2 paks.
Is timing important for Animal Products?
For some products, it matters. For others it does not. Animal Pak can be taken at any time. Animal Nitro and Animal Nitro G needs to be taken within 30 minutes after lifting and also right before lifting. Be sure to read the labels and see what needs to be applied to what.
I'm a hardgainer looking to add quality weight. What's the best stack for me?
Animal Pak once a day. Three to six servings of Animal Max. Animal M Stak or Animal Stak2 before you train. Along with a well-rounded weight-gaining diet and a solid resistance training program, you should see solid results in 3-6 weeks.
My whey protein has essential aminos in it. Should I still take Animal Nitro?
Yes, for a lot of reasons. Studies looking into Amino supplementation following resistance training showed that non-essential amino acids weren't necessary for protein synthesis and anabolism. Only essential amino acids are required. Whey Protein is typically about 45% essential aminos and 55% non-essential aminos. Plus with whey, the bonds that hold the aminos together must be broken down through the digestive process.
As whey protein is dietested, many of the aminos get deaminated and ultimately converted into urea, a waste product. The special "uncoupled" amino acids in Animal Nitro don't have to be digested. They can enter the systemic circulation quickly and efficiently. When it comes to the nutritional "window of opportunity" around lifting, Animal Nitro rocks! You can think of the difference between whey protein and Animal Nitro in this way: What would you rather have, a 10-lb rock that contains an ounce of gold inside, or an ounce of pure 24k gold? While both have gold in it, it takes time and effort to get the the gold out of the rock. Well Animal Nitro is the 24k gold, and whey protein is the rock that contains the gold.
I've got muscle, but I can't get rid of that last few pounds of fat. What should I do?
Once again, begin you supplement stack with the Animal Pak. Next add theAnimal Cuts. A cycle or two should do the trick.
I have trouble with the Animal Pak tablets. Any Suggestions?
Here are a couple of tips. You can split the larger tablets in half. bodybuilding pros have been known to add them to a shake and blend them up.
How much strength can I get with Animal Stak? My training buddies have increased their lifts by 25 pounds after only one cycle.
Increasing your lifts by 25 pounds in once cycle is not all that suprising. We've had athletes tell us that they've increased their bench press by fifteen, twenty-five, and thirty pounds in only 3 weeks. If you've hit a plateau and have stopped growing, Animal M Stak may be the answer.
What's the difference between Animal Nitro and Animal Nitro G?
Not much differenct, but both contain Human Muscle Protein Complex. This essential amino acid profile and ratios are modeled after actual human muscle itself. The main difference is that: Animal Nitro G comes as a grape-flavored drink mix and Animal Nitro G has the 35g of dextrose built in. One study looking at 6g of essential aminos along with 35g of simple carbs found that this mix could increase protein synthesis by around 400% after lifting. So if your looking for a convenience, just throw a pack of Animal Nitro G into your gym bag and you'll be set!
