Best time to take BCAA's

hoover27 · February 7th, 2008, 11:28 AM

Does anyone know what the most benifiacial time is to take BCAA's?
i.e before or after a workout?
Thanks

**avacowan** · February 7th, 2008, 11:39 AM

I take them right after I workout.

**tidalwave** · February 7th, 2008, 12:03 PM

If I'm doing cardio (or any intense activity on an empty stomach), I take them about 30 min before my workout in order to minimize lean muscle loss. If I'm lifting, I usually take them toward the end, or right after my workout, as Ava said.

**tooncesthecat** · February 7th, 2008, 05:11 PM

I take them at the beginning of my workout but I have read various articles which recommend taking them before, during, and immediately after your workout.

**wildstang** · February 7th, 2008, 05:20 PM

as toons stated before and after works for me. as far as the during im ususually sipping on a protein drink that contains BCCA so i guess you could say all 3.