Glutamine really worth?

[Vítor Rage]

I am ready to start my cicle of dbol and test ,with all liver protectors and anti estrogen stuff, but some friend told me that glutamine can make a big differ on my results.
Do you definetely think that glutamine (and how much a day) worth the cost and can make some difference on my results?
thanxxxx

 

[bebaumax]

Vitor, there's no "right" answer to your question. Glutamine is definitely beneficial in bodybuilding. It helps in nutrient delivery to muscles and can increase muscle volumization. There are many aminos that can be very beneficial. Probably in order:
1) Creatine
2) Alpha Lipoic Acid - ALA (also benefits liver, you're taking dbol)
3) Glutamine
4) Acetyl L-Carnitine (some studies have shown positive beneficial results in a synergistic effect with ALA)

Others might rank some of these differently, or add/subtract from the list, but this is what I've found generally works well for me. Do a search, one of the members has posted of a good source, http://www.nutriteam.com/ for ALA and L-Carnitine. I don't remember who, but I can't take credit for this source; I can only say they've worked out well for me (Thanks, bro!).
-B

 

[macho21]

Glutamine is great for post-cycle when your body is at a catabolic state. It is also great for the immune system which tends to get fucked up by steroids.

 

[Vítor Rage]

All right bros, thanx a lot by the answers...
Brazil is such a crazy country... here i have cheap acess for juice but supplements are really expensive, but i´ll put my bucks on glutamine , creatine and maybe ALA , report later...

 

[rj420]

save ut

save it for post cycle as well as the creatine. Macho was right on. Probably wouldn't make too great a difference while on gear, but when coming off it is essential... at least to me.

 

[bebaumax]

Glutamine is great for post-cycle when your body is at a catabolic state. It is also great for the immune system which tends to get fucked up by steroids.

Dude, I'm not sure where you got this, but one of the primary medicinal uses of anabolics is to boost the immune system. Other than the "flu-like symptoms" from EQ, how many people do you know get sick while they're on? Anabolics are one of the most wonderful things for the immune system.
-B

 

[bebaumax]

Re: save ut

save it for post cycle as well as the creatine. Macho was right on. Probably wouldn't make too great a difference while on gear, but when coming off it is essential... at least to me.

I have to agree, if you're running a hard cycle, it's good to have something to come off. I do think, though, that adding all of those while on is definitely not a waste. It can make an incredible difference. There's been a thread on this before, and not too many people had tried it. I've checked it out, along with many of my friends, and we're all big fans on creatine/ALA/Glutamine while on. It increases the already awesome gains. But if you have to CHOOSE, probably wait till you're off.
-B

 

[luto199]

hey so how should one does while on glutamine, creatine, and ALA? I hear like twice a day, once after working out and once 2 hours later, and how much each time? What about days i dont work out?
Thanks!

 

[ZKaudio]

glutamine is also pulled out of the bones and other storage areas when in ketosis... your body is desparate for anything to use as an energy source. IMO it's a MUST for anyone cutting or bulking.

 

[rj420]

OK

a little clarification of AAS and the immune system. The reason your immune system gets a little off when on is due to the fluctuation of hormone levels. Once they are balanced out (consistent levels in the blood), and your body has adjusted to them, it will increase your immunce system. When you come off, your immune system will again be lowered due to the fluctuating hormone levels. So:

Beginning of cycle: immune dysfunctions
Mid-end cycle: stronger immune system
post-cycle: weakened immune system (I know many get sick post cycle)

As for dosage of r-ALA, glutamine, and creatine:

creatine 5-10g/post workout with ample high GI carbs
glutamine 5g/before training, 5g/post workout, 10g/before bed
r-ALA really depends how you want to use it. I take 200-300mg with all higher carb meals. Definitely use 300mg/post workout to help shuttle all the above supplements into the muscle cells, and negate any excess carb intake from being stored as fat.