Posts by Rachel Garcia57

briskjackal5 said:Which supplements you take really just comes down to whether you have the extra cash.

Generally speaking—multivitamins, maybe some Omega-3s, Vitamin C... and a protein shake after your workout (assuming that's actually how you're training).
But above all else, you need to learn which foods to prioritize and which to avoid.

If your goal is building serious muscle, running and fitness boxing aren't exactly the ideal route—though, if you happen to have great genetics, there’s a slim chance it might work.
You'd be better off sticking to dumbbells and weights.

-Stipe

Regarding that—I definitely have the good genetics🙂 btw. I've already started using dumbbells, so I'm ahead of the game😁
As for the multivitamins, Omegas, and Vitamin C—any specific brands you'd recommend?
I'm watching my diet—specifically the ratio of protein, carbs, and fats in every meal. It's borderline obsessive...🙂
Hopefully, results show up soon. I'm feeling totally pumped and confident about this!😁

briskjackal5 said:I haven't seen any of your previous posts regarding your training or diet—past or present—so I can't exactly tell you what will work best for your goals...

If you're talking about a "meal replacement"—assuming it's being used post-workout—it's a bit of a different story... honestly, a whey protein blend paired with some glucose is probably the smarter play...
If you're looking to fuel up during the day, both a Muscle gainer—which is actually protein, unlike those sugar-laden alternatives—and some standard Whey protein should serve you fine...

You might as well be... 🙂 And if you decide to ask Barbara Kolar for advice...

briskjackal5...

😁 I've spent my time lurking in threads like this one—just a passive reader until now... but I've finally decided to step up and actually ask for some decent advice.

Look, I still want to look like a woman—not some bodybuilder...🙂 The reality is that my glutes and chest will likely stay exactly where they are—much like my narrow waist... However, I am looking to build actual muscle in my core, along with toning up my legs (properly, mind you—I have no desire to look clunky)... As for my arms and back, they are already where they need to be.

As I mentioned earlier—I’ve been sticking to running twice a week plus three aerobic sessions—specifically step classes or cardio boxing... Which supplements would actually help me reach those goals?🙏

briskjackal5 said:It’s not half milk, half water—it’s half wine, half water.

🤣 Fair point... I'll give that a shot then.😂

Mixing it with juice is a decent idea for a post-workout shake.
Half a liter of just about anything provides roughly 50g of glucose.

Optimum Nutrition whey isn't the same thing as a Muscle gainer.
Keep that in mind before you head out for your next shopping trip.

-Joe

Personally, I use those proteins as meal replacements. My muscle mass increased regardless... one way or another. 😁
Hmm... what would be the best approach now regarding intake and training to burn off this remaining body fat?

So far, I've been running twice a week, but starting this week I'm bumping it up to three—with three sessions dedicated to aerobics, either the StairMaster or FitBox.🙏

jadetiger962 said:It's useless. It doesn't actually provide energy—they just pack it with other stuff to create that sensation... caffeine, sugar, and so on. You're better off just having a black coffee or some green tea.

Hmm... then what exactly is the point of taking L-carnitine at all?

jadetiger962 said:First off, cut the L-carnitine—it's useless. Besides, weight loss supplements aren't necessary... though maybe some multivitamins or Omega-3s to make up for the lack of food intake.

The specifics regarding training schedules and nutrition can be found in the main thread.

L-carnitine works wonders for me. My energy levels during workouts are significantly higher when I take it. 😢

Some people claim it’s great for dropping a few pounds, while others swear by the opposite... now I'm just completely lost.😕

I’d also like to ask for a bit of advice—I am looking to shed about five pounds of body fat, which I assume is essentially all the fat I have left. Currently, I take L-carnitine before every workout and follow up with protein afterward. Based on some of the discussion above, I’ve concluded that I should probably mix those proteins into juice rather than water or milk... purely to replenish glucose levels after an intense session.
What would be the most effective way to drop this fat using supplements like these?

Please feel free to suggest other options as well—I'm willing to buy whatever is necessary, even if it means living on nothing but crusts...🙂

jadetiger962 said:Milk slows down the absorption of whey—and since you take whey right after a workout specifically for that quick bloodstream spike...

Fine. I'll just stick to water from now on. Thanks.🙏

velvetraven said:I'm not sure—I stick to vanilla and it’s fine enough... Perhaps you just need to adjust—maybe try chocolate or vanilla next time instead. It is quite important to mix it with water rather than milk 😉

Why does it matter if I use water versus milk? I use Optimum Nutrition whey Muscle gainer, chocolate flavor, and I always go with milk... though sometimes I’ll split the difference with half water and half milk...
What is the actual difference, aside from the taste, obviously? Besides, milk adds extra protein anyway...😕