Complex 'ZMA'. Reviews, application

Already no one has any questions about the need to use specially developed dietary supplements in athletes. This is due to the fact that, under conditions of physical overload, microelements that are necessary for effective work and muscle growth begin to be extracted from the body intensively. Moreover, the need for these elements in athletes almost doubles.

Of course, no one canceled a balanced diet. However, it is proved that some trace elements can be well absorbed in the body only in a balanced connection with others. This is the reason for creating additives with high bioavailability. The most easily assimilated form of trace elements is the aspartate complex. One of them is the drug "ZMA". Reviews of it testify to its high efficiency.

The "ZMA" agent is a non-steroid drug. Its positive effect is due to the synergy of magnesium, zinc and vitamin B6. Organism is important not only the presence of these elements, but also the maintenance of their exact correlation. The composition of the complex "ZMA" contains these trace elements in the ratio necessary for athletes. This drug, not being a hormonal drug by its nature, nevertheless stimulates the production of testosterone.

Its mild anabolizing effect is due to vitamin B6 and aspartic acid. They stimulate hormone production during sleep. When overloading is often a violation of it, and athletes are recommended to take the drug "ZMA". Reviews athletes taking the drug, show a significant improvement in sleep and a good recovery of forces. Magnesium, which is part of ZMA, also improves sleep. It extends the so-called slow phase. It is also necessary to have the presence of magnesium in the processes of energy storage, and, what is very important, protein synthesis. His weighty participation in the processes of muscle biochemistry explains the power effect of the complex "ZMA" (reviews emphasize a significant increase in muscle strength) and the enthusiasm of athletes with this drug. The absence of a regular source of magnesium leads to its deficiency. According to statistics, it is found in almost forty percent of athletes representing different sports.

In other words, the "ZMA" agent influences the hormonal background with the help of two mechanisms. Acting synergistically, its components increase the level of testosterone and improve the strengths. This is the main difference between this complex and less expensive drugs, which include only metal aspartates.

Zinc is another component of ZMA. Reviews of the steady increase in muscle mass owe their existence to just the interaction of this element and magnesium. Zinc is indispensable at all stages of cell growth. It also provides work for a large number of enzymes. Its deficit in athletes sometimes reaches 60%.

And, finally, aspartic acid. Without it, normal digestion of carbohydrates is not possible. It is responsible for the normal accumulation of glycogen in the muscles. Considerable importance for athletes has the property of aspartic acid to increase immunity, increase resistance to fatigue, and also increase endurance. There is also a positive effect on growth hormone, but not as strong as in zinc and magnesium.

There are two options for taking ZMA. The first one - an hour before bedtime. The second - the daily dose is divided into two parts. One part is taken immediately after training, and the second - before bedtime. The recommended daily dose: zinc - 30 mg, magnesium - 450 mg, vitamin B6 - 10, 5 mg. These values may vary. They determine the weight and nature of the load in the athlete. The most important thing is that the right proportion is maintained between them. That is why it is strongly recommended to purchase the "ZMA" complex produced by well-known and trusted firms.

To such it is possible to carry a preparation «SAN ZMA Pro». The American manufacturer SAN produces this drug in a package of 90 capsules. The recommended dose for use is 3 capsules per day by the above methods. When the recommended dose is observed, the package is designed for 30 doses. Another proven analogue is the ZMA optimum. Manufacturer - Optimum Nutrition. Produces packages of 90 (30 receptions) and 180 (60 receptions) capsules. The recommended dose is the same.