Muscle Elements Amino Flow Reviews

Muscle Elements Amino Flow is BCAA and pump-increasing supplement that can be taken before, during, and after workouts.

I was able to get my hands on a bottle of the watermelon flavor. Here’s what I thought about Amino Flow.

A Look at the Ingredients

There are several ingredients in Muscle Elements Amino Flow. I’m not going to run t through every single ingredient. Instead, I want to highlight some big ingredients in Muscle Elements Amino Flow’s formula, so you can understand how it works.

Instant BCAA Blend 3:1:2 is made of L-leucine, L-isoleucine, and L-valine. These branched-chain amino acids are supplemented with to improve protein synthesis and combat muscle soreness post-workout. ^[1]

Muscle Elements Amino Flow includes several pump ingredients, like L-citrulline and AgmaMAX (Agmatine Sulfate). These ingredients improve nitric oxide, which in turn enhance blood flow. ^{[2] [3]} Bodybuilders supplement with nitric-oxide improving supplements to attain enhanced muscle pumps during workouts.

There is also a hydration and endurance complex, which features disodium phosphate, among other ingredients. This ingredient has been shown to improve aerobic capacity ^[4]

The ingredients in Muscle Elements Amino Flow are effective and cover several facets of exercise and training. The research supporting the ingredients in Muscle Elements Amino Flow is notable as well.

How to Maximize Muscle Elements Amino Flow

Muscle Elements Amino Flow is designed to be taken in conjunction with consistent exercise. Because of the ingredient profile, you can take Muscle Elements Amino Flow pre, intra, and post-workout.

To use Muscle Elements Amino Flow as a non-stimulant pre-workout, mix 2 scoops about 15-30 minutes before working out.

You can also supplement with 1-2 scoops during a workout or after a workout.

The company indicates supplement with 2-4 scoops of Muscle Elements Amino Flow per day.

Is Muscle Elements Amino Flow Dangerous?

Unlike several pre and intra-workout supplements, Muscle Elements Amino Flow doesn’t contain any stimulants. You don’t have to worry about jittery, anxious, and nauseating feelings that are associated with high-doses of caffeine and other stimulants.

The official website doesn’t mention any potential side effects. I also did not notice any side effects from using Muscle Elements Amino Flow.

Consequently, I don’t think you’ll experience any negative effects from Amino Flow Use.

What I Thought of Amino Flow

I used Muscle Elements Amino Flow as a pre-workout supplement. I mixed 2 scoops with 12 ounces of water and drank it about 20 minutes before my workout.

The watermelon flavor was delicious and sweet. There was no notable settling or clumping. It mixed very well.

While there weren’t any energy-increasing effects, I did notice that my muscle pumps were more intense. My arms felt more swollen and tight after my bicep and tricep workout.

Overall, Muscle Elements Amino Flow is a great, versatile supplement. Due to the ingredients, good flavor, and the effects I noticed while training, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this to those looking to step up their workout game.

References

[1] Howatson G, et al. “Exercise-induced muscle damage is reduced in resistance-trained males by branched chain amino acids: a randomized, double-blind placebo controlled study.” J Int Soc Sports Nutr. 2012 Jul 12;9:20. doi: 10.1186/1550-2783-9-20. Available from: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22569039

[2] L-Citrulline. WebMD. Available from: http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-1245-l-citrulline.aspx?activeingredientid=1245&activeingredientname=l-citrulline

[3] Schwartz D, et al. “Agmatine affects glomerular filtration via a nitric oxide synthase-dependent mechanism.” Am J Physiol. 1997 May;272(5 Pt 2):F597-601. Available from: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/9176369

[4] Cameron P. Brewer et al. “Effect of Repeated Sodium Phosphate Loading on Cycling Time-Trial Performance and VO2peak.” International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism, 2013, 23, 187 -194. Available from: http://www.humankinetics.com/AcuCustom/Sitename/Documents/DocumentItem/10Brewer%20IJSNEM_20120175_ej.pdf