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What sports nutrition is suitable for weight loss?
Author: Timko Ilya - master of the whole project and fitness trainer. All articles by the author ➤
So, I will say right away that among all sports nutrition, only fat burners are specifically created for weight loss. Everything else that helps you lose weight does so indirectly and does not directly influence fat burning. I also want to add that even if you stock up on all the supplements I list below, this will determine your results by about 15%. The other 85% come from diet and training. Some may say that 15% is little and can be disregarded. But I argue that anyone who wants good results should pay attention to every detail. And, in my opinion, 15% is not trivial at all. Fat BurnersThis includes a whole range of products. I distinguish between mono fat burners and complex fat burners. Mono fat burners are those that work only in one direction. For example, they suppress appetite, inhibit the breakdown of fats and carbohydrates, or raise body temperature... In other words, they have only one function. As you can guess, a comprehensive approach is much better than a single action. Therefore, the sports nutrition market offers a wide selection of complex fat burners. They contain several active substances that work differently. Typically, all such products have at least three functions:
Using the substances in their composition, these fat burners work in these three areas (and sometimes more) to help you lose weight. I emphasize that they HELP you lose weight, rather than doing the work for you. You can read more about the types of fat burners in this article. I personally recommend using complex fat burners. They are more expensive, but their effectiveness is higher. Among these, I can recommend the series of products from LIPO 6 and Pre-Workout from Dobromil Fit. L-CarnitineL-carnitine aids in the breakdown and transport of fatty acids. However, this is just a side effect. Its main effect is increased performance. But it is inexpensive and absolutely harmless. Therefore, you should not refuse this supplement as it can contribute to weight loss. The standard dosage of L-carnitine is usually 2 times a day at 1-2 grams of the active substance. In the morning and after a workout, or in the morning and evening. You can read more about its effectiveness and use here. I can recommend the following L-carnitines:
ProteinEveryone will say: how is this, it is for mass! Well, it depends on how you use it. If you take it while on a low-calorie diet, it will help you maintain your muscles. And you want to lose fat while preserving your muscles, right? Thus, protein does not contribute to weight loss per se; rather, it helps preserve muscles. I believe that proper weight loss is when you strive to maintain your muscle mass. Some call it "cutting." When losing weight, you should take about 1 gram of protein per kilogram of body weight per day. But this assumes your regular diet is rich in protein. It's best to mix with water or skim milk. It is advisable to buy a protein that has maximum protein content and minimum fats and carbohydrates. For more on how to use protein for weight loss, you can read here. I can recommend the following protein for weight loss:
Amino AcidsThe same principle applies as with protein, since protein is nothing more than a chain of amino acids. Amino acids are already free from fats and carbohydrates. Plus, they don’t need to be digested. However, they are more expensive. I recommend purchasing either protein or amino acids. It’s up to personal preference. If you consume both at the same time, there won’t be any harm in that. You’ll just be spending money inefficiently. I can recommend the following amino acids:
ConclusionIf you take all the supplements listed above, you will significantly help your body not only lose excess fat but also preserve muscle. For a month, your expenses will amount to approximately 5,500 rubles: 1,500 rubles for LIPO 6, 1,000 rubles for L-carnitine, and about 3,000 rubles for 3 kg of protein. But all this is very approximate. However, even a complete set of sports nutrition for weight loss will not do the work for you. Remember, your weight loss depends on:
Regarding diet, you can check out ready-made meal plans for weight loss for women and for men. That's all. Good luck! SIMILAR ARTICLES
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