For the past 6 months I have been following the lean gains diet. If you’re not familiar with it, it’s a version of intermittent fasting (IF). More and more research is coming out showing the benefits of IF. I love it and have gotten great results.

I train in the mornings and the lean gains diet calls for BCAA’s pre workout while I am in a fasted state. Therefore, I am always on the lookout for new BCAA supplements, even though they are all pretty much the same.

About a month ago, I purchased both Xtend and Amino X. There share similar ingredient profiles (I think, more on that later) and are priced within a $1 of each other so I decided to try both out. Now I’ll write an Amino X review and later I’ll write up a review on Xtend.

The Bad Of Amino X

The only issue I have with Amino X is that BSN does not give the exact amounts of each ingredient. Instead, they have a 10g proprietary blend.

check out the 10g proprietory blend

[rant] I just think its retarded that companies still use proprietary blends. Just tell us what and how much is in the product. [/rant]

I like the ingredient profile, with the leucine listed first (most abundant) and then the other 2 BCAAs.

The Good of Amino X

This stuff tastes awesome. I got the fruit punch and definitely recommend you start with that flavor if you’re usually a fan of fruit punch supplements. I got the Lemon Lime Sour Xtend and it was ok, nothing special.

Effectiveness

I will not bs you in this amino x review and say that I added 10lbs of muscle from one tub. I didn’t notice anything out of the ordinary while on it. However, note that I have been training for 6 years now and it takes a lot for me to add new muscle mass. Strength gains were as expected.

Knowing that most of the popular BCAA supplements are pretty much the same thing, I will purchase based on taste. And as of now, Amino X has been my favorite.

The Survey Says

At $20 per 30 servings, it’ll not break the bank. Even though I am not thrilled that BSN has decided to use a proprietary blend, the taste of this stuff is amazing. It also mixes easily in water. No clumping or anything like that. I will ordering more after I finish the Xtend.

You can read more another Amino X Review

Video Amino X Review

(not me, I’m better looking)

www.youtube.com/watch?v=vSrMM3H3S-M

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1. BSN True Mass Review

Review by Clark C.

Here are the BSN True Mass Product Highlights

• Sustained Release (8 hours of amino acid nitrogen delivery)
• A.M.-P.M. Protein and Carbohydrate Blend (Ideal for post workout)
• 6 Different Ultra-Premium Proteins
• Active Protein Utilization Enzymes for Increase & Efficiency of Use
• BCAAs and Essential and Non-Essential Amino Acids
• Medium Chain Triglycerides for Fast Burning Energy Source
• Glutamine Peptides and Glutamine AKG
• Good Source of Fiber
• Aspartame Free

I have been using True Mass for my bulking cycles for two years now. When taking this supplement my strength increases steadily and my recovery times shorten. I also find that the weight I gain from True Mass is pretty clean with my little fat gain.

The taste is great. My favorite flavor is the chocolate milk shake. I really like this supplement because it doesn’t give me the bloated feeling like many other weight gainers do. It isn’t the easiest stuff in the world to mix, so I usually use a blender to mix my shakes when I have one available. True Mass still can be mixed with a spoon, but you will most likely get some clumps in the shake.

The only con about BSN True Mass is it is a little pricey for me as a college student. One tub contains 18 servings which costs just under $38. It is well worth it however, if you are looking to add extra calories into your diet.

As far as how much I take, I follow the directions and take 3 scoops post workout.

BSN True Mass Nutritional Label

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