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Best Supplements for Teenage Athletes for Maximum Performance
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As a teenage athlete, this is a time when the body is still developing, so supplementation may not be needed. However, most athletes want a competitive edge, and supplementation can help achieve that. Here are the best supplements for teenage athletes.
Disclaimer
Remember, I am not a medical professional, and this information is for educational purposes only. Please consult your physician before beginning any new health, fitness, or supplement program.
Whey Protein Powder
Whey Protein is also great for teenagers in school who cannot always eat a full meal. Just throw a few drops of protein in a shaker bottle with some water, and you have a meal replacement between classes.
Other Benefits of Protein Powder include
- Absorbs quickly
- May lower blood pressure
- May improve antioxidant defense (5)
- Promotes muscle growth
- Reduces inflammation (6)
We recommend the Optimum Nutrition brand again with its Natural Whey Protein. Sometimes Protein Powders can mess with digestion, but I have always digested well with this brand.
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Glutamine
Glutamine is an amino acid that serves as a building block of protein. Glutamine is found in many foods naturally, but an additional benefit is found when supplementing.
I used glutamine in my late teens and early 20s to help rebuild muscle tissue after an intense workout.
One benefit I noticed when I used to supplement with Glutamine was a significant decrease in muscle soreness after weight training.
Glutamine has also increased growth hormone levels when combined with intense exercise.
Other Benefits of Glutamine include:
If I were wanting to supplement with Glutamine, I would choose Optimum Nutrition Glutamine Powder. You can check current prices on My Supplement Store here
Healthy Nutrition
Remember that these supplements are only effective when combined with proper diet and exercise. There are no magic diet pills, unfortunately. However, when taken properly, these supplements can help improve performance in teenage athletes.