Xtend Original BCAA Powder 7g BCAA and 2.5g L-Glutamine, Sugar Free Post Workout Muscle Recovery Drink with Amino Acids for Men & Women, 90 Servings

​I’ve been using the XTEND Original series for several years now. The flavors are generally good and consistent, making it easy to drink during workouts. ​Note on taste: It does have a slightly artificial sweetness/flavor. While I don’t mind it, my wife is quite picky and refuses to drink it because of that artificial aftertaste. If you are sensitive to sweeteners, keep this in mind, but for most gym-goers, it’s a solid and effective choice!

What’s up my Amazon Family, it’s me your boy HardbodybyAnthony. For those of you who have not read or seen any of my reviews, I am Certified Master Trainer for over 20 years & I have many certifications, one of which is a certification in supplementation, so because of my years of knowledge and dedication in helping people achieve healthier lives through exercise & nutrition, is the reason why I do these reviews... in hopes I can help someone, even if that is just one. • I personally buy & use BCAA’s 4 times per day. This "Scivation Xtend” BCAA’s is one of my go to products. This happens to be an Inta-workout meant to be drank throughout your workout. To be honest, because I do take an extremely powerful intra-workout, I actually chug this before I go to train. All other times I use a more basic BCAA which is PM & PM. Let me break this down for you a little to help you figure out if you too, should be taking this! ———————————————————— Product Information: ———————————————————— • BCAA’s are essential for gaining muscle mass, but are especially helpful for maintaining muscle mass while on a calorie-deficit diet. BCAA stimulate protein synthesis, and might do so to a greater extent than a normal protein on its own. BCAA’s also increase synthesis of the cellular machinery responsible for carrying out the process of protein synthesis. As a result, BCAA’s not only increase's the rate of protein synthesis, but they also increase the cell's capacity for protein synthesis! SAY WORD! BCAA’s also reduce the rate of protein breakdown by decreasing the activity of the components of the protein breakdown pathway, and also by decreasing the expression of several complexes involved in protein breakdown. Lastly & real amazing is BCAA supplementation reduces the amount of tryptophan (makes you sleepy) that enters the brain, and therefore reduces the amount of serotonin produced. This might allow you to workout harder & longer! Bottom line my Amazon peeps…. BCAA’s provide you with more muscle mass retained, and a greater percentage in loss of body fat. ———————————————————— Ingredient Breakdown: ———————————————————— • Sodium which is added for anyone who trains intensely. It acts as a vasodilator, allowing more blood into the muscles via sodium pumps, which in turn produces more powerful muscular contractions and eventually leads to more muscle mass. Salt also helps keep water in the muscles to allow for better work output, and helps with countless processes on the cellular level. • Potassium is added because if you have an intense workout your potassium reserves will be SAPPED! Potassium, sodium and calcium, are all key minerals which plays a role in muscular energy. • Vitamin B6 can & will be depleted if you are training intensely. Vitamin B6 helps fine-tune the essential bodily processes that need to be in place in order for you to feel strong during a workout, or any other time of day. • L-Leucine is the strongest of the BCAA’s, & it is responsible for the regulation of blood-sugar levels, the growth & repair of tissues in skin, bones and of course skeletal muscle. Reason why it SHOULD be on the high end of the 2:1:1 ratio Minimum dosage 2500mg & this is 3500mg! • L-Glutamine is the most common amino acid found in your muscles. During intense training, Glutamine levels are greatly depleted in your body, which decreases strength, stamina and recovery. It could take up to 6 days for Glutamine levels to return to normal, and Glutamine plays a key role in protein synthesis. Studies have shown that L-Glutamine supplementation prevents your muscle from being catabolized (can minimize breakdown of muscle and improve protein metabolism in order to provide Glutamine for other cells in the body). This is especially useful for people 'cutting down'. Especially during summer when you're trying to get rid of some body fat without losing any muscle. Glutamine is needed throughout your body for optimal performance. Your small intestines requires the most Glutamine in your body, and your immune system also needs Glutamine because Glutamine levels deplete during workouts, bodybuilders are more susceptible to illnesses & this is why L-Glutamine supplementation is so important, not necessarily to gain more muscle, but for the 'maintenance' effects of L-Glutamine. Suggested daily dosage is 5g minimum of 2 times per day. I take Glutamine 4x’s per day. • L-Isoleucine Is very similar to leucine in just about every way. Isoleucine promotes muscle recovery, regulates the blood-sugar levels and stimulates HGH release. But isoleucine holds its own in wound recovery. Minimum dosage 1250mg & this is 1750mg. • L-Valine helps the repair and growth of muscle tissue, as commonly attributed to BCAA's. It maintains the nitrogen balance and preserves the use of glucose. Minimum dosage 1250mg & this is 1750mg. *** (A good BCAA would have a total dose of L-Leucine, L-Isoleucine & L-Valine at 5000mg (5g) & the 2:1:1 break down amounts are above) • L-citrulline malate combines two parts L-citrulline, a non-essential amino acid active in the urea cycle with one part DL-malic acid,a racemic mixture of dicarboxylic acids which help to support energy production. L-citrulline is a central part of the urea cycle, which allows the body to dispose of excess nitrogen. whereas L-citrulline DL-malate produces cellular energy in the form of ATP. L-malic acid is naturally present in the body’s cells, and is involved in gluconeogenesis, the metabolic pathway that creates glucose for the brain. L-malic acid supplements help support energy production. Athletes and bodybuilders interested in physical performance may want to consider L-citrulline DL-malate supplementation. ———————————————————— Electrolyte Blend 1180mg: ———————————————————— • Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Chloride pretty hefty amount. —————————————---———————-— Final Thoughts: ——————--———————————--———— • This is 30 servings, 1 scoop per serving and each scoop is a whopping 14.17g per scoop which is pretty hefty. The Intra-workout I take that I drink throughout my workout is 22.5g. The price is MORE than reasonable and cost effective, especially considering what you do get in this & this is way better than the basic BCAA’s that even cost more! This mixes excellently, tastes great & they have MANY flavors to choose from! This "Scivation Xtend BCAA is IMO one of the best, if not top 2-3 on the market, HANDS DOWN! I purchase this on the regular & also give it to my oldest daughter who trains like her Old Man.... ME! • In closing, as you can imagine, BCAA's are a huge part of my recovery as it should be with anyone that trains hard & frequently. “Scivation Xtend BCAA” is dosed 10,500mg per servings of amino's alone (including the Glutamine & L-citrulline malate), which is BANANAS, so in comparison to the many BCAA’s i’ve purchased and/or reviewed on Amazon, these "Scivation Xtend” BCAA” is at the TOP of the BCAA world, especially the L-Glutamine, L-citrulline malate, Potassium & B6 are all a bonus.

I’ve been using the Xtend Original BCAA Powder for a while now, and it’s been a great addition to my workout routine. It mixes easily, tastes good, and gives me a noticeable boost in recovery. I feel less muscle fatigue after training, and it helps me stay consistent with my workout flow throughout the week.

It was a good product, it kept me energized and tasted good, but it was too sweet. After a while, the powder stuck to me and it became like it was out of date, even though it hadn't expired yet.

I use this stuff faithfully with creatine after my workout on workout days and mid day on non workout days (normally after a walk). I have not been sore AT ALL taking this stuff. Sometimes I don’t stretch. I am not in the best shape. When I started using this I was 240 lbs (I’m 5’4.5”) I am now 195 lbs. I don’t swear by a lot of supplements but this to me is a must have. One of the things that contribute to people quitting their fitness journey is how much pain they find themselves in during recovery. Which is the worst at the start. You wake up feeling like you got hit by a train. Best way to take this is right after your workout. Though you can also sip it during your workout. However, it is important to also stretch. If you have time, stretch before and after the workout. If not, at least before. This stuff will work, but it isn’t magic. So, use it correctly and you will find it is very effective. I never feel jitters. It taste great to me. I think it is a great value for the price. I don’t taste anything too chalky, so I think that is good as far as texture. The ingredients seem to be natural and they are transparent on the label about them. I still feel like I have so much energy for the rest of the day but I don’t know if it has anything to do with this drink or not lol.

Good product

Good product to buy

It's cheaper to get it in a bigger bottle. Have been drinking it, tastes good!

Good flavor. Easy dissolving

Firstly make sure you are wanting bcaas and not aminos. I wanted/searched for aminos but didn't read the title and bcaas came up so I was already disappointed (my mistake for not reading every search suggestion). As far as bcaas go, recovery is great and I would recommend based on this (not as great as animos though). In terms of flavour, it's seems a little like medicine mixed with a cherry flavoured lipgloss! Not sure if I would recommend based on the flavour alone, it's not the nicest Xtend flavour but if you are wanting something a little different give it a go.