Gaspari Myofusion Review

Gaspari Myofusion

Over the past few years I have had plenty of supplements from Gaspari and would rate all of their products very highly. It wasn’t until this year though that I tried their Myofusion, it was easy to mix and was one of the nicest protein powders I had tasted.

So I decided to buy a tub of Myofusion Hydro which is the latest version of the original Myofusion. This one contains micro filtered Whey Protein Concentrate and Isolate, Egg Albumen, Milk Protein Isolate and whey hydrolysed so can be used before bed as well as post workout. The taste is unreal, one of the best I have tasted especially when mixed with my oats in the morning and pre-workout. At the moment I have been having one and a half scoops post workout mixed with some glutamine and maltodextrin, and in between meals I have been having oats and whey (1 scoop).

  

What Gaspari say…..

When it comes to the REAL nutritional needs of bodybuilders and athletes alike, there is little doubt what “legitimate” science has to say about the different protein sources available in the supplement marketplace. Unfortunately, this has little to do with the marketing message spread by most sellers of protein supplements today. The competition between companies is fierce and the drive to sell more protein by differentiating a product by any means necessary (whether it's legitimate science or not) is prevalent to say the least. Supplements with numerous “multi-time released” proteins are everywhere, boasting absorption so slow that amino acid levels remain peak in the bloodstream for anywhere from 5 to 13 hours. Some true, most... well, not. But let's say its all true every bit of it. Good news if you are a couch potato, don't eat frequently enough, and only go to the gym occasionally, you may be in luck! One of these products might just sustain amino acid levels in your blood long enough for you to get up off your butt every 5 to 13 hours and eat. I wish we could play that game, but we can't. Last we checked the typical hardcore, educated athlete using Gaspari Nutrition products is on a 2.5 to 3 hour interval meal schedule, and for this reason the New MyoFusion delivers only the highest and most legitimately bioavailable proteins in existance - hard and fast!

WHAT IS MYOFUSION?

Cross-Flow Cold Process / Microfiltered Whey Protein Concentrate and Isolate, Egg Albumen, Milk Protein Isolate and Whey Hydrolysate

Powerful Proteolytic GaspariZymeTM Complex for Extreme Bioavailability and Maximum Amino Acid Levels in the Bloodstream

No Sugar Added, Aspartame Free

Incredible Long-Term Taste Satisfaction

Serving Size:1 Scoop (36 Grams)

Servings Per Container: Approx 63

Amount Per Serving

Calories 147kcal

Calories from fat 27kcal

Total Fat 3g

Saturated Fat 0.5g

Trans Fat 0g

Cholesterol 30mg

Dietary Fiber 1g 

Sugars 2g

Protein 25g

Vitamin A (as retinyl palimitate) 1250IU

Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) 15mg

Vitamin D (as cholecalciferol) 100IU

Vitamin E (as di-alpha tocopherol acetate) 8IU

Vitamin K 28mcg 

Thiamin (as thiamin mononitrate) 525mg

Calcium (as dicalcium phosphate and whey protein) 250mg

Sodium 80mg

Potassium 210mg

Conclusion:

Overall this is a quality made product that tastes good, has many uses and will help you with your goals whether you’re looking to pack on some muscle or just drop a bit of fat. If you want to try before you buy head over to one of the Expos next year because Gaspari stands are always good and give out plenty of samples. You will be able to pick the brains of some of their sponsored athletes like James Lewis or Neil Hill.

Reflex High Protein Flapjack Review

I’m a great fan of protein bars for the convinces factor of throwing one in your bag on the way to work and enjoying a chocolate treat you are supposed to be dieting. So over the years I have tried and tested loads of different bars to try to find the best one for me. I look at three main things when picking a supplement which are, taste, ingredients and cost. Reflex’s High Protein Flapjacks tick all three boxes for me as they are hand made and baked and the protein used is made from pure hydrolysed whey protein, wholegrain malted oats and rape seed oil.

You can pick up a box of 24 bars for around £20 online (under £1 per bar) which is a very good price for what you get so no complaints here.

Lastly the taste, well I have only had the chocolate orange ones and I was very pleasantly surprised about these. A little sticky but very fresh and filling with a nice hint of orange, I think I had three in the first day I tried them. They also are a lot bigger then the other flapjacks I have tried and are very similar calorie wise so this was another positive. I will be taking a box on holiday with me to fill in the gaps between meals and would defiantly recommend them to anyone.

What Reflex says…

Reflex Nutrition have spent just over a year developing what is being described as the best tasting flapjack in existence.

It’s completely different to the bulk of protein flapjacks that are currently on the market, and we mean different!

For a start these are hand made in trays and they're oven baked, they look like flapjacks, they taste better than the competition and they're completely free from hydrolysed gelatine/collagen.

Each High Protein Flapjack is packed with 20 grams of protein which is derived from pure hydrolysed whey protein - arguably the most effective form of protein available in the World today.

We add healthy fats in the form of pure rapeseed oil with added Delta Tocotrienol (a potent form of Vitamin E). You'll also be pleased to hear that we've also included Lactospore pro-biotics.

Our mouth watering High Protein Flapjacks are packed in foil for freshness and are available in two flavors, Chocolate Toffee Flavour and Chocolate Orange. Each Box contains 24 Bars.

http://www.reflex-nutrition.com/product-high-protein-flapjacks.html

Basic Nutrition Breakdown

Kcal	313
Protein	20.2
Carbs	31.4
Fats	13.7

Fitness Authority Platinum - Micellar Casein Review

My Explanation…

Until recently I have never used a casein protein product but while visiting a fitness expo I was given a few free sachets of casein from a top brand. I really enjoyed the thickness of the shake and it really did taste good. So I read through the benefits and thought to myself ‘why was I using whey protein during the day and before bed when casein is a much better option’

In general we advise to eat slow release carbs such as wholemeal rice and oats so why should it be different with a protein shake. A typical Whey protein is best used post workout because it’s designed to digest fast to refuel your body and start the rebuilding process. Casein however is a much slower release so not great post workout but ideal before bed to feed your body while asleep and any time between meals to bump up your protein intake.

I have been using Fitness Authority’s Platinum Micellar Casein and I have not looked back. It has great flavors and mixes really well with a nice thick texture. I would highly recommend to take it before bed to help stop cravings as this is where I struggle the most but since using this product I have been as good as gold.

What Fitness Authority Say…

Micellar casein gives you a slow release of amino acids because of its unique digestive properties. While whey proteins are the best for immediately post workout, Micellar Casein is the perfect time release protein. It forms a gel in the stomach, slowing the time in the digestive system thus slowing the breakdown of the protein into the vital amino acids your muscles need.

This makes it the ultimate source when a slow and lengthy supply of protein is needed. The micellar casein provided by Fitness Authority is manufactured by ultra filtration of skimmed milk - this process gets rid of any excess lactose and fat.

Platinum Micellar Casein is enhanced with the digestive enzyme Aminogen to ensure your body gets every amino acid available. Casein inhibits muscle breakdown by 34% over a 7 hour period.

Blood plasma amino acid concentrations remained higher over a 7 hour period with casein compared to whey – showing its slow release benefits! Blood plasma amino acid concentrations dropped dramatically after 3 hours in the group consuming whey.

Serving Size: 1 scoop (27g)                Servings Per Container: 84

Amount Per Serving

Calories 98.3 kcal (411 kJ Protein 22g

Carbohydrates 1.9g

Including Sugar 0g

Including Fiber 0g

Fat 0.3g

Fat 0.3g

In Saturated Fat 0.2g

Including Trans Fats 0g

Calcium (As Calcium Carbonate) 560mg

Sodium (As Sodium Chloride) 40mg

Potassium (As Potassium Citrate) 132mg

Magnesium (As Magnesium Oxide) 27mg

Phosphorus 370mg

Chlorides (As Hydrogen Chlorides) 71 mg

Depending on your goals take Platinum Micellar Casein 30 minutes prior to sleep. Use 1-2 heaped scoops based on your goals with 200-400ml of water and enjoy this great tasting shake.

Conclusion…

Overall this is a good product that does what it says on the tin, I will be using a casein product from now on along with a whey protein post workout. This product is also ideal for people wishing to drop fat because it really does fill you up and stop cravings, well it did for me anyway. There are so other really good brands out their but I have found this to be the most cost effective without the drop in substance.

Nutrex- Hemo-Rage Black Ultra-Concentrate Review

My Explanation...

Nutrex are really starting to make waves over here in the UK, they are an American based company and have snapped up Zack Khan who is our 2009 British overall champion waiting for his first Pro show due to injury. Anyway out of all the pre-workout supplements I have tried this one is by far the best. I wasn’t a fan of the old Hemo-Rage because I didn’t feel I got much out of it and I wasn't to keen on the flavour I brought. Anyway after meeting one of my favourite bodybuilders 'Zack King Khan' at the Bodypower Expo this year I received a few free samples from Nutrex, so I could see for my self if this new product was the real deal...

Monster......

I took the product about 30 Min's before training and while driving to the gym it hits me! My face starts tingling and I get a overpowering sense of motivation and focus. During the workout I felt pumped and as I was doing a 5 rep per set strength programme I did find that I pushed out a few more reps than usual but I cant say 100% that it was the product but I did feel great. Only downside was that my mouth felt very dry so I had to keep drinking water which in fairness is probably a good thing.

What Nutrex say…

Instead of having a comprehensive spectrum of 56 ingredients as regular Hemo-Rage, the “Ultra Concentrate” version relies on just 7 ultra pure and effective compounds.

Extreme caution advised: As compared to regular Hemo-Rage, Hemo-Rage Ultra Concentrate represents the next generation in pre-workout products: It’s like comparing a shot of whiskey to a beer.

Hemo-Rage Ultra Concentrate is going to hit you hard and fast. Just one scoop and you’re set for a pre-workout experience unlike anything else: Beyond extreme raging energy, skin bursting pumps, freakish blood-engorged vascularity, tunnel-vision like mental focus and clarity, record-shattering strength gains and instant muscle volume expansion. However, be warned: This formula is evil and may be way too strong for some individuals.

Conclusion…

I think taking the regular Hemo-Rage which contained 56 ingredients, to the 7 in this the Hemo-Rage Ultra Concentrate is very important to note, especially as I have had no ill effects from this product and I can assure you I will be be buying a tub to keep when I need a kick in the gym. Overall a great product and I 100% recommend you try it, well done Nutrex and good luck to Zack on his recovery.........

http://underground.nutrex.com/

Hurricane XS from Myprotein Review

From £27.75-£30.49

What I say...
Having been using myprotein products for the last 4 years I thought it was time I reviewed one of their products that i use on a regular basis. I have used many of their products over the years and i would put Hurricane XS at the top of my referral list.


What I want out of a protein drink is an all in one formula that tastes good and is reasonably priced. Hurricane XS hits the nail on the head for me...


My personal preference is the chocolate smooth flavour which is very good and as you would expect from a product containing creatine/creapure, it is a bit gritty but unnoticeable when mixed and not left to rest. I have never had the shake foam or have little lumps in it which can be a problem with some protein products, anyway if your looking for a post workout supplement then I would 100% recommend this one. I have also noticed some great strength increases whilst using this product as well as keep my chocolate cravings at bay.


What Myprotein say...


Hurricane XS® is one of the most forward thinking 'all-in-one' supplements on the market. With slow digesting carbohydrates this formula is suited for consumption as either a meal replacement or post workout (PWO) supplement. The carbohydrate source is based around the slow digesting carbohydrate choice of our Ultra Fine Scottish Oats to give a sustained release in energy and aid tissue growth over a period of time. The protein chosen is now a combination of Whey Protein Isolate and Whey Protein Concentrate which is high biological value whey to aid lean growth and repair. Whey Protein Isolate is the gold standard in protein powders.


There is 5g of Creapure® creatine in each serving to aid strength and an increase in lean mass. No other supplement in the industry has the reputation for increasing lean gains and strength as creatine. Creapure® is the advanced and more pure form of monohydrate powder. More reps, more strength equals more gains.


Combined with quality training Hurricane XS® will yield great results in both strength and size, whilst providing a fresh tasting shake to consume on the go. We have also added 1.5g's of HMB per serving to increase lean tissue and stave off catabolism tissue break down) and the most abundant amino acid, Glutamine (5g per serving), is also added to aid your gains.


The science behind this formula is unrivalled, the gains fantastic!


Per 70g:
Energy: 901.8kJ
Energy: 219.3cal
Protein (as-is): 29.6g
Carbohydrates: 20.3g
Fat: 2.5g


Also provides per 70g:
HMB: 1.5g
Creapure®: 5g




Finally...

I usually eat 4 solid meals per day and two hurricane shakes and as stated my strength has increased as well as my overall body shape but this was all done with a good planned out fitness program and a healthy diet. As far as all in one products go this one is for me and I will continue using it.

Supplement Help for Newbies...

I found a few really good you tube videos by bestpricednutrition.com. When searching through the fitness forums online I always see constant questions and what protein product is best or what pre-workout supplement do you use etc etc etc! I think these videos are to the point and tell you all you need to know without getting to complicated.