Posted on 29th Sep 2010 @ 2:49 PM

MAXIMUSCLE CYLONE : The UK's Original ALL-IN-ONE Formula

Maximuscle Cyclone was the world first All-In-One Protein Supplement. A All-In-One protein supplement is one which can offer a more cost-affective way of consuming the nutrients you need for your specific sport. As opposed to purchasing many ingredients or compound individually we can use an All-In-One to attain these compound cheaper and more efficiently. There are many All-In-One protein supplements currently available including Sci-MX Omni MX and USN Muscle Fuel Anabolic.

In this article we will be looking at the key compounds of MaxiMuscle Cyclone and offering impartial advice on the advantages and disadvantage of each ingredient, allowing you to decide if it is the protein supplement for you. The first question we must first ask when considering using any protein supplement is, why do we need supplemented protein? There are many answers to this question ranging from an inability to consume enough protein through our daily diet to a need for increased protein due to an increased exercise regime. There are many reasons to supplement protein into your diet, and you should always be sure that the extra calories are a requirement before handing over your cash. We are not here to discuss the needs of protein supplements however: this article is designed to offer insights into each of the ingredients and compounds which make up Maximuscle Cyclone.

Of course, if your primary goal is to gain muscle mass and strength, the better product is Critical Mass 2700.

Whey Protein Concentrate/Whey Protein Isolate

Whey protein is a form of protein synthesized from milk at the time or curdling (curds and whey: little miss muffet was a big fan) The standard form of whey protein is Protein Concentrate, which is derived immediately from this process. Further methods (mircofiltering or Ion-exchange etc) result in a much purer form called Whey Isolate. Whey protein is said to be the optimal form of protein for quick synthesis and assimilation, though there are obvious benefits between the two forms. Whey Protein Isolate absorbs very quickly. So quickly in-fact that it can be detrimental to your gains should you not consume it correctly. Immediately following your workout your body has a 'window' of increased absorption: during this time assimilation to muscle tissue is much faster and it is imperative to ensure a supply of quality protein to your muscles. In this respect Whey Isolate is perfect. The disadvantage with Whey isolate lies in the potential for it to be absorbed into fat should it not be needed. When your body consumes Whey Isolate it releases high levels of Insulin which aid its assimilation. If there is no immediate requirement the insulin will convert the protein into sugar, and then into your fat stores.

Whey Protein Concentrate on the other hand is a much 'stickier' protein and absorbs much more slowly. That makes it ideal for use around training when you need protein to be gradually filtered into your bloodstream but results in it being next to useless following a workout. Maximuscle Cyclone offers a mix of both Whey Concentrate and Whey Isolate making it more suited to an array of situations. It is best to avoid taking it with milk however as this will severely degregate the quality if the protein: Milk protein is one of the lowest quality proteins available and will drastically affect the speed of assimilation for both the Whey Isolate and Concentrate.

Creatine Monohydrate

Creatine is one of your bodies key energy systems for short burst training intensity, though its potency has been debated since the 1970's. During short burst intensive training you body uses Adenosine Tri-Phosphate as its preferred energy source. ATP as it is more commonly known consists of three phosphate molecules. The creation of energy is attained when one of these phosphate molecule split from the compound creating a energy stimulating reaction. This leave your muscle filled with ADP (Adenosine Di-Phospahte), a dual molecule compound. Creatine Monohydrate contains and extra Phosphate molecule, which when stored in your muscle attaches to ADP to create further ATP. The result is an ability to complete more repetitions during the short cycle. Whether Creatine is an affective tool for training harder or simply a mere placebo, many experts swear by the results it can offer. Creatine can also be found naturally in most Red meats.

Glutamine

Glutamine is an Amino Acid (molecular protein) commonly found in protein powders, beans, meats, fish, poultry, dairy products, and of course, L-Glutamine supplements. Glutamine is actually stored in high levels within the average human body, and is essential for protein metabolism. Recent studies suggest that following a training session Glutamine level can drop by upto 50%, which can have repercussions on how affectively we can metabolise protein following a session. Glutamine is one of the most commonly used supplements in the body-building industry. Its affects are also believed to reduce Catabolism (a state of muscle breakdown).

HMB

HMB or Hydroxy-Methyl Butyrate is closely related to Amino Acid Leucine (used commonly to help patients who have experienced extreme physical trauma) which is responsible for improved protein synthesis. HMB was originally used to stimulate the growth of farm animals when scientists witnessed that those animals with added HMB grew quicker, along with many other health benefits. These benefits have been tested to offer substantial affects in humans. Studies shown increases in strength, accelerated fat loss and quicker increases in muscle mass in test patients taking between 1.5-3grmas of HMB per day. As HMB is water soluble some of the consumed compound will naturally be lost in urine, though users should be aware that maximuscle Cyclone holds enough HMB to cover your daily needs, avoiding a need for extra supplementation.

Dextrose

Dextrose as a carbohydrate, is a type of simple sugar. The speed at which a Carbohydrate enters you blood stream is calculated against the Glycemic Index. The higher the GI the faster the carbohydrate enters the system. Carbohydrates enter the blood stream as glucose and have to be either burnt as fuel for energy, stored in muscle cells as glycogen or stored in fat cells as triglycerides. As the glucose is in the blood stream the body stimulates the release of a carrier hormone insulin, which essentially, takes the glucose from the blood and determines where it is to be deposited. Dextrose rates very high on the glycemic index meaning that it enters our system extremely fast and so stimulates a high insulin response very quickly. Insulin is a very anabolic hormone as it takes not only glucose to muscle cells, but proteins, amino acids and other essential nutrients such as creatine and glutamine etc. Due to its very quick releasing energy patterns Dextrose is typically best used immediately following a training session when your body is Carbohydrate starved.

Beta-Ecdysterone

Beta-Ecdysterone has been tested for its effects on work capacity, immune function, lean body mass and fat loss in a number of scientific studies, though the main benefit seems to lie in its ability to increase protein synthesis. The vast majority of research indicates an increase in lean mass and further improved results when Beta-Ecdysterone was consumed with protein. Because of its powerful effect on protein synthesis, Beta-Ecdysterone should be combined with extra protein, such as the Whey Isolate and Concentrate found in Maximuscle Cyclone. Some experts believe that Beta-Ecdysterone has a synergistic effect with Tribbulus Terrestris at the combination of two or more nutrients may yield better results than any one of those nutrients by itself. However, double-blind placebo controlled studies of this combination have yet to be completed. Still, anecdotal reports from several top Eastern European athletes who have used Beta-Ecdysterone and Tribulus Terrestris remain impressive.

For more information on the compounds and ingredients listed above, as well as reviews for Maximuscle Cyclone and other All-In-Ones please visit our all-in-one category.