{"id":674,"date":"2016-04-29T20:21:24","date_gmt":"2016-04-29T20:21:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.danichristoffer.com\/en\/?p=674"},"modified":"2016-04-29T20:21:24","modified_gmt":"2016-04-29T20:21:24","slug":"supplements-for-amateur-athletes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/danichristoffer.com\/en\/supplements-for-amateur-athletes\/","title":{"rendered":"Supplements for amateur athletes"},"content":{"rendered":"

There are those who think that supplements<\/a> are only for professional athletes, or that\u00a0they are bad, fattening, and they only serve to make you stronger. This is because they\u00a0don\u2019t know the importance of them.<\/p>\n

To maintain fitness and to achieve the body of your dreams, it is necessary\u00a0determination and patience. However, the results are not immediate and even if you\u00a0have discipline in training, it is necessary to maintain a balanced diet.<\/p>\n

It is indispensable, in such diets, the presence of protein, carbohydrates, vitamins,\u00a0minerals and fats, everything in the correct dosage. But we do not always eat the\u00a0necessary things our body needs. Then we can count on the supplements<\/a>. They will\u00a0compensate, at the right dose, the loss and the lack of the nutrients in the body.<\/p>\n

However, it is noteworthy that they do not replace meals, and need to be consumed in\u00a0the right amounts.<\/p>\n

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The supplements<\/a> contain proteins, antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and are used as\u00a0dietary complements. And there are several types of supplements with different\u00a0purposes and categories on the market. They are divided into categories:<\/p>\n

Energy:<\/strong> responsible for resetting the carbohydrate and sugars burned during training.<\/p>\n

Hydro electrolytes replenishers:<\/strong>\u00a0Used to regulate the maintenance of body fluids during physical activity.<\/p>\n

Protein supplier:<\/strong> as the name defines, the base is protein. Nutrient widely used in\u00a0physical activities and that helps, for example, in muscle hypertrophy.<\/p>\n

BCAA (branched-chain amino acids):<\/strong> helps provide energy to the body by\u00a0concentrating large amount of amino acids such as leucine, valine and isoleucine. These\u00a0amino acids, working with anabolic processes, help to reduce fatigue in long-term\u00a0exercise.<\/p>\n

Functional extracts:<\/strong> those are functional substances that stimulate the body&#39;s\u00a0metabolism such as caffeine, glutamine and nitric oxide.<\/p>\n

Food compensators:<\/strong> they aim at the adequacy of macronutrients (carbohydrates,\u00a0proteins and lipids) important in the diet of those physically active.<\/p>\n

It is important to remember that before using any supplement<\/a> you should consult a\u00a0nutritionist, an endocrinologist or a qualified professional. He or she, after an evaluation\u00a0and examination, will be able to choose which are the best supplements and the correct\u00a0dosage for consumption, according to each person\u2019s needs. The use of excess dietary\u00a0supplements may cause increased blood pressure, and the overloading of the kidneys\u00a0and liver. And with excess carbohydrate in the composition, they may increase your\u00a0weight.<\/p>\n

Now you know: if you practice constant physical activity and want to improve your\u00a0performance, look for a specialist and find out if your body is in need of replacement of\u00a0lost nutrients during workouts. And supplements can help!<\/p>\n

Kisses, and sports &amp; health for you!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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