Benefits and uses of amino acids
Probably the most important supplements for athletes, helping to promote protein synthesis, muscle recovery, reduce fatigue and improve physical performance. BCAA, EAA, complex amino acids, glutamine, arginine, citrulline, beta alanine, L-theanine, Tyrosine, Tryptophan, L-lysine.
Amino acids are the building blocks of protein. In the Fitsport amino acids category you will find BCAA, EAA, glutamine, arginine, citrulline and other amino acid products. Supplements in this group differ in both composition and form, so the first step is to decide clearly whether you are looking for a blend of several amino acids or one specific substance.
What are amino acids?
Proteins are made up of amino acids. Some of them are called essential because the body cannot produce them in sufficient amounts and must get them from food. Other amino acids can be synthesized in the body. Food supplements do not replace a complete protein source, so amino acid products are best considered in the context of your overall diet.
BCAA, EAA or single amino acids?
BCAA consist of three branched-chain amino acids – leucine, isoleucine and valine. EAA products contain a broader set of essential amino acids. In separate categories you will also find glutamine, arginine, citrulline, beta-alanine and other substances.
If your goal is to increase your overall protein intake, first look at your usual diet and protein products. If you want a specific amino acid, choose a product whose label clearly states its amount per serving.
How to choose an amino acid supplement
Compare four things: composition, amount per serving, number of servings per package and form. Tablets or capsules are convenient when traveling, powders can be prepared as a drink, and combined blends may contain several amino acids and other ingredients.
The Fitsport range includes, for example, "AmixPro Big Milk Amino 400 tabs", "Amix MuscleCore DW – BCAA 2000 with PepForm 240 tabs" and "Amix MuscleCore DW – Re-Core Concentrate 540 g". These products cannot be compared by package weight or number of tablets alone – what matters is the actual composition and the serving stated by the manufacturer.
Amino acid benefits and their limits
Amino acids are needed for protein synthesis and other body functions, but the effect of a particular supplement depends on its composition, your diet and your situation. An amino acid supplement alone does not guarantee muscle growth, faster recovery or better athletic performance.
This category page is meant to help you choose the right product group; the details of each amino acid are best checked on the specific product's label.
How to take amino acids
Follow the label of the specific product. Different blends and single amino acids have different recommended servings, so there is no one routine for all products. Check whether the same substances are present in other supplements you take.
Amino acids online
Start with the product group: BCAA, EAA, glutamine or another amino acid. Then compare the composition, the amount per serving and the price. If you need more protein in your overall diet, also browse the protein category.
