Under estimating the advantages of ZMA...

wobwob · 06-12-2007, 02:34 PM

ZMA is made up of 2 minerals and 1 vitamin. Zinc, Magnesium, and Vitamin B-6 or pyridoxine.

An increase in exercise can lead to the loss of vitamins and minerals making it particularly important for bodybuilding due to the blood sugar level rises and urination increases, increasing the loss of magnesium, zinc, B12, B6, folic acid, and many other nutrients. The ingredients generally used in ZMA products are 20-30 mg Zinc, 400-500 mg Magnesium and ~10-15mg B6. According to the label directions, ZMA should be taken before bed on an empty stomach (2 hours after eating your last meal and at least 30 minutes prior to any other supplements). And The product should not be taken with calcium as calcium decreases zinc absorption.

ZMA is a very effective sleep aid and is recommended to be taken 30-60 minutes before bedtime. Many athletes fail to realize how important it is to get a deep and restful sleep. Healing, tissue repair, anabolic hormone production and muscle growth are maximized during sleep, so quality sleep is extremely important to athletes.

How does ZMA improve sleep?

oral magnesium therapy has been used to improve chronic sleep deprivation and decreased exercise tolerance.

Some of the Great results form ZMA are:

- Increased muscle strength and endurance (Optimized and increases Insulin-Like Growth Factor 1, Growth Hormone, and the all mighty Testosterone!.

- A decrease in muscle cramps and pulls.

- Faster healing and recovery from injuries.

- Improved concentration and alertness.

- Decreased water retention.

- Deeper relaxation during sleep*

ZMA has been under estimated by many people, but is becoming more and more popular over the years. ZMA is not going to make you huge, ripped or super-human overnight ( If there is any supplement out there that will I would be very interested to know what it is ) but the importance of it is Crucial for those who participate in everyday extracurricular activities.

**romanaz** · 06-12-2007, 02:59 PM

I got a bottle of GNC ZMA, and one night I missed taking the pills before bed, and I kept waking up and tossing and turning and not sleeping well... kinda like I was before I started.

After taking it, I can sleep almost straight through and feel great.

I also sometimes sleep past my alarm if its set to early

wobwob · 06-12-2007, 04:54 PM

How bout those crazy dreams Rom? LOL!

**b-boy** · 06-12-2007, 06:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wobwob

ZMA is made up of 2 minerals and 1 vitamin. Zinc, Magnesium, and Vitamin B-6 or pyridoxine.

An increase in exercise can lead to the loss of vitamins and minerals making it particularly important for bodybuilding due to the blood sugar level rises and urination increases, increasing the loss of magnesium, zinc, B12, B6, folic acid, and many other nutrients. The ingredients generally used in ZMA products are 20-30 mg Zinc, 400-500 mg Magnesium and ~10-15mg B6. According to the label directions, ZMA should be taken before bed on an empty stomach (2 hours after eating your last meal and at least 30 minutes prior to any other supplements). And The product should not be taken with calcium as calcium decreases zinc absorption.

ZMA is a very effective sleep aid and is recommended to be taken 30-60 minutes before bedtime. Many athletes fail to realize how important it is to get a deep and restful sleep. Healing, tissue repair, anabolic hormone production and muscle growth are maximized during sleep, so quality sleep is extremely important to athletes.

How does ZMA improve sleep?

oral magnesium therapy has been used to improve chronic sleep deprivation and decreased exercise tolerance.

Some of the Great results form ZMA are:

- Increased muscle strength and endurance (Optimized and increases Insulin-Like Growth Factor 1, Growth Hormone, and the all mighty Testosterone!.

- A decrease in muscle cramps and pulls.

- Faster healing and recovery from injuries.

- Improved concentration and alertness.

- Decreased water retention.

- Deeper relaxation during sleep*

ZMA has been under estimated by many people, but is becoming more and more popular over the years. ZMA is not going to make you huge, ripped or super-human overnight ( If there is any supplement out there that will I would be very interested to know what it is ) but the importance of it is Crucial for those who participate in everyday extracurricular activities.

great write up! its worth is seriously under estimated.

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**romanaz** · 06-12-2007, 07:30 PM

im probably buying ON's ZMA from now on, its cheaper

thanks bboy

**vindiesel** · 06-12-2007, 07:49 PM

I suffer from insomnia and I tried ZMA/Tribulus at night. It really helped me.

Bill_Finkbiner · 06-13-2007, 03:37 AM

I use Primaforce ZMA. And I'm glad some mentioned the ZMA dreams. I have had some of the most vivid and wacky dreams evesince I started using ZMA about 6 weeks ago.

**Ikaika** · 06-13-2007, 05:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by romanaz

I got a bottle of GNC ZMA, and one night I missed taking the pills before bed, and I kept waking up and tossing and turning and not sleeping well... kinda like I was before I started.

After taking it, I can sleep almost straight through and feel great.

I also sometimes sleep past my alarm if its set to early

Romanaz, if you want some high quality sleep get some Powerfull. No joke, the stuff makes me feel like a million bucks on 3-4 hours of sleep. Give it a shot, it also helped me put on 10 lbs this spring while leaning out...never heard anyone complain about that either.

**DarkFalcon** · 06-13-2007, 05:15 AM

I usually only use it during PCT since too much Zinc can deplete the body of iron and copper. In limited use it is very good though.

**powerman2000** · 06-13-2007, 05:50 AM

My stomach is never empty except for waking in the morning.

**Succio** · 06-13-2007, 06:36 AM

hmm i have to get some of this stuff. im a terrible sleeper, feel like shit whether i get 6-7 hours of sleep or 8-10

**mr_min** · 06-13-2007, 11:01 AM

i have been using ZMA off/on for almost 2 years now...great stuff and you definitely know it when you forget to take it.

even at half dosage, it works wonders.

moondoggey · 06-17-2007, 05:29 PM

are all the brands the same

i was thinking bout getting this suff but wasnt sure what brand to go with

**Pioneer** · 06-18-2007, 12:02 AM

i break the hell out when im on this stuff. only take it during PCT since i know im going to break out anyway.

**powerman2000** · 06-18-2007, 12:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pioneer

i break the hell out when im on this stuff. only take it during PCT since i know im going to break out anyway.

That sucks bro

**romanaz** · 06-18-2007, 03:41 AM

no the GNC ZMA has some other herbal crap in it to, but I can tell if I miss it.

06-12-2007, 02:34 PM	#1
wobwob Amateur Join Date: May 2007 Location: Canada Posts: 34 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 0	Under estimating the advantages of ZMA... ZMA is made up of 2 minerals and 1 vitamin. Zinc, Magnesium, and Vitamin B-6 or pyridoxine. An increase in exercise can lead to the loss of vitamins and minerals making it particularly important for bodybuilding due to the blood sugar level rises and urination increases, increasing the loss of magnesium, zinc, B12, B6, folic acid, and many other nutrients. The ingredients generally used in ZMA products are 20-30 mg Zinc, 400-500 mg Magnesium and ~10-15mg B6. According to the label directions, ZMA should be taken before bed on an empty stomach (2 hours after eating your last meal and at least 30 minutes prior to any other supplements). And The product should not be taken with calcium as calcium decreases zinc absorption. ZMA is a very effective sleep aid and is recommended to be taken 30-60 minutes before bedtime. Many athletes fail to realize how important it is to get a deep and restful sleep. Healing, tissue repair, anabolic hormone production and muscle growth are maximized during sleep, so quality sleep is extremely important to athletes. How does ZMA improve sleep? oral magnesium therapy has been used to improve chronic sleep deprivation and decreased exercise tolerance. Some of the Great results form ZMA are: - Increased muscle strength and endurance (Optimized and increases Insulin-Like Growth Factor 1, Growth Hormone, and the all mighty Testosterone!. - A decrease in muscle cramps and pulls. - Faster healing and recovery from injuries. - Improved concentration and alertness. - Decreased water retention. - Deeper relaxation during sleep* ZMA has been under estimated by many people, but is becoming more and more popular over the years. ZMA is not going to make you huge, ripped or super-human overnight ( If there is any supplement out there that will I would be very interested to know what it is ) but the importance of it is Crucial for those who participate in everyday extracurricular activities.

06-12-2007, 04:54 PM	#3
wobwob Amateur Join Date: May 2007 Location: Canada Posts: 34 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 0	Re: Under estimating the advantages of ZMA... How bout those crazy dreams Rom? LOL!

06-12-2007, 07:49 PM	#6
vindiesel IronMass Vip Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 53 Recipes: 1 Rep Power: 6	Re: Under estimating the advantages of ZMA... I suffer from insomnia and I tried ZMA/Tribulus at night. It really helped me.

06-13-2007, 03:37 AM	#7
Bill_Finkbiner Pro Stature Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 406 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 13	Re: Under estimating the advantages of ZMA... I use Primaforce ZMA. And I'm glad some mentioned the ZMA dreams. I have had some of the most vivid and wacky dreams evesince I started using ZMA about 6 weeks ago. __________________ Scivation Athlete TeamScivation.com www.Scivation.com www.primaforce.com Its not a squat unless your ass touches your ankles "If you beat me, it's not because you outworked me!"- Layne Norton

06-13-2007, 05:15 AM	#9
DarkFalcon I've got a RAGING clue! Join Date: May 2005 Location: dnyc99's cleaning staff Posts: 12,526 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 309	Re: Under estimating the advantages of ZMA... I usually only use it during PCT since too much Zinc can deplete the body of iron and copper. In limited use it is very good though.

06-13-2007, 05:50 AM	#10
powerman2000 The Old Moderator Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Colorado Posts: 4,281 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 199	Re: Under estimating the advantages of ZMA... My stomach is never empty except for waking in the morning. __________________ Don't forget to periodize Best BP 507 lbs competitive Best Squat 705 lbs competitive Best DL 650 lbs competitive Guns don't kill people, men who come home early do. My workout log http://www.ironmass.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6247

06-13-2007, 06:36 AM	#11
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mr_min IronMass Vip Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: connecticut Posts: 538 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 10	Re: Under estimating the advantages of ZMA... i have been using ZMA off/on for almost 2 years now...great stuff and you definitely know it when you forget to take it. even at half dosage, it works wonders.

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