Branch Chain Amino Acids have been among human beings and all life since the dawn of time. So what are Branched Chain Amino Acids or (BCAAs)? BCAA's, which include the amino acids Leucine, Isoleucine, and Valine, are the building blocks of proteins that help synthesize and make use of protein in healing the muscle fibers of the host which are consumed. These specific amino acids "are unique among the amino acids in that they are primarily metabolized extrahepatically in skeletal muscle" (Platell, Kong, McCauley, and Hall). Some questions that are usually asked are: "Why are Branched Chain Amino Acids important during weight training? Where can I get them? Are they found in food sources? Are they medically beneficial?" During exercise, muscles are under a lot of stress and are constantly undergoing micro tears in the underlying muscle fibers, which is why every person undergoing weight training should eat a lean protein source, such as red meat, which is high in amino acids. This topic is very important for anyone looking to enhance their weightlifting experience and gain in mass and growth. How can BCAAs improve the world of fitness, wellness, and society? Most of the recent studies involve muscle fatigue and how we can help lessen this side effect of weight training, also studies for ameliorating soreness from these extensive workout programs.
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