The natural process of losing skeletal muscle mass is called sarcopenia, and this process is a common occurrence as we age. Unfortunately, sarcopenia can cause difficulty with everyday movements and activities while also increasing the chances of falling and breaking bones. To live an independent life as long as possible, we must provide our bodies with the exercise and proteins it needs.   Amino Acids and Increase in Muscle Mass  Recent...

Olympic Karateka: Gakuji Tozaki My name is Gakuji Tozaki. I am 28 years old, and I participate in the Traditional Japanese Karate-Do for Team USA. I am currently training for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, Premier Leagues, and Series A. Above all, I train every day to become a better karate practitioner than I was the day before. Biggest athletic accomplishment so far: ANOC (Association of National Olympic Committees) World beach...

Amino acids are essential for many functions within the body. These functions include regulating metabolic pathways and the synthesis of enzymes, hormones, and neurotransmitters. In the supplement industry, amino acid supplements fall into two basic categories. These categories are essential amino acids (EAAs) and branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs). EAAs and BCAAs First, an essential amino acid, or indispensable amino acid, cannot be synthesized by an organism. That being said, our...

What is in Amino VITAL Action? Your body’s resources are depleted as you exercise. So, supplementation, in addition to a healthy, balanced diet, is key during any kind of training. With a mixture of 5 vegan amino acids plus electrolytes, Amino VITAL Action is a good addition to your workouts! Every ingredient serves a specific purpose to reduce muscle and mental fatigue. See: Reducing Fatigue with BCAA Supplementation Amino Acids...