I received a free sample of a product of my choosing from the manufacturer as a trial. Once I received the product, the manufacturer requested that I provide a review within 14 days of receiving the product. I chose beta alanine, because it and creatine monohydrate (which I already use) are the only two supplements I've found that are backed up by peer-reviewed studies claiming performance improvements in athletes (as opposed to folks recovering from something or with a specific nutritional deficiency). I've never tried beta alanine before and have already been using creatine for the last year or so.Hypothesis: Beta alanine studies claim it improves performance in short sprint-style workouts (HIIT-type activities lasting ~5 minutes).Duration: I've tested it out ... MoreI received a free sample of a product of my choosing from the manufacturer as a trial. Once I received the product, the manufacturer requested that I provide a review within 14 days of receiving the product. I chose beta alanine, because it and creatine monohydrate (which I already use) are the only two supplements I've found that are backed up by peer-reviewed studies claiming performance improvements in athletes (as opposed to folks recovering from something or with a specific nutritional deficiency). I've never tried beta alanine before and have already been using creatine for the last year or so.Hypothesis: Beta alanine studies claim it improves performance in short sprint-style workouts (HIIT-type activities lasting ~5 minutes).Duration: I've tested it out for 1.5 weeks.Dosage: I stuck to 1/8tsp per day (which is approx 500 mg. For reference, many studies were done with a minimum dose of 1,600 mg per day but to do that, you have to split it into 3 doses per day and I'm not that committed to taking around a pouch of supplements with me all day, so I just took a single dose in the morning along with breakfast, creatine and vitamins).Physical characteristics: Looks a lot like granulated sugar. Taste (by itself) is minimal, but I would describe it like a very light artificial sweetener flavor. Dissolves in water.Noted side effects: I definitely can feel the brief tingling sensation everybody describes about 30 minutes after taking it. It's not bad at all and goes away after about 15 minutes. The first day, I took it 1 hr before my workout and I also experienced that extra "pump" feeling in your muscles while working out. To avoid that extra "pump" (as it almost felt like I was about to cramp, actually) I made sure I took it first thing in the morning after that first day and had no problems in subsequent workouts.Results: Even though I take 1/3 the minimum dose from the studies, I have noticed an increased ability to push through HIIT workouts and keep moving before experiencing fatigue in the last week and a half. I was honestly not expecting to see any improvement, as I am usually very skeptical of any supplement. Considering my ability to push harder in HIIT workouts has been relatively consistent for the last 1.5 weeks (when I started taking BA), I do think at least some of it can be attributed to the beta alanine supplementation. I will continue to try it (probably keeping it at the current dose) to see how things go long term, but at least I feel confident in stating that the powder I received is actually beta alanine, and so far, I'm seeing a similar improvement effect as described in the studies I read up on.

Carnosine is a great supplement both to buffer intense workouts & to protect health from chronic glycation, a biochemical reaction that can contribute to a variety of age-related factors.Taking Beta Alanine it converts quickly in the body to carnosine.Carnosine is a unique compound made up of the amino acids beta-alanine and L-histidine.Taking BS powdered Beta Alanine is a much cheaper way to have all those benefits.Carnosine acts as both an antioxidant and a pH buffer, protecting muscle cell membranes from oxidation both during and after exercise.Carnosine also inhibits glycation.Benefits at a Glance:Provides powerful protection against oxidizing agentsSupports muscle recovery during and after exerciseHelps heart muscle cells contract more ... MoreCarnosine is a great supplement both to buffer intense workouts & to protect health from chronic glycation, a biochemical reaction that can contribute to a variety of age-related factors.Taking Beta Alanine it converts quickly in the body to carnosine.Carnosine is a unique compound made up of the amino acids beta-alanine and L-histidine.Taking BS powdered Beta Alanine is a much cheaper way to have all those benefits.Carnosine acts as both an antioxidant and a pH buffer, protecting muscle cell membranes from oxidation both during and after exercise.Carnosine also inhibits glycation.Benefits at a Glance:Provides powerful protection against oxidizing agentsSupports muscle recovery during and after exerciseHelps heart muscle cells contract more efficientlySupports healthy aging by inhibiting glycation moleculesContains other nutrients that complement carnosine’s effectsMuscle cells naturally contain high levels of carnosine.But as we age, carnosine levels decline making supplementation essential for aging individuals, especially those who are athletes.Since carnosine acts as a pH buffer, it can help protect muscle cells from the acidic conditions of exercise.Muscle cells naturally contain high levels of carnosine.While those levels decline with age, they can be replenished with carnosine supplementation & via Beta AlanineCarnosine also helps heart muscle cells contract more efficiently by supporting their cellular response to calcium.A powerful glycation-inhibiting agent carnosine helps inhibit glycation, a process in which non-enzyme-controlled cross-linking of proteins or lipids with sugars can form nonfunctioning molecules.Because glycation affects your body’s essential proteins, it can contribute to a variety of age-related factors, such as wrinkled skin.Carnosine is one of the most-potent glycation-inhibiting nutrients.Getting it at this price one can afford to take it year round twice daily for just several dozen dollars annually.Thanks BS!

I purchased this product as a part of my own pre-workout stack consisting of 4 g Beta Alanine, 6 g Citrulline Malate, and 4 g Creatine Monohydrate. I have taken a few other pre-workouts in the past and do not like many of the added fillers ($$), and having to deal with unknown dosage amounts that end up in "proprietary blends". Bulk Supplements provide exactly what they advertise, the purest form of said ingredients at very reasonable products. That being said, the quality of the products are top notch and my results have been reflective of that. I have made significant gains on my lifts in both volume and number, increased strength, stamina, and endurance, and have been able to do so on a caloric deficit without compromise. My aim was to control the specific ... MoreI purchased this product as a part of my own pre-workout stack consisting of 4 g Beta Alanine, 6 g Citrulline Malate, and 4 g Creatine Monohydrate. I have taken a few other pre-workouts in the past and do not like many of the added fillers ($$), and having to deal with unknown dosage amounts that end up in "proprietary blends". Bulk Supplements provide exactly what they advertise, the purest form of said ingredients at very reasonable products. That being said, the quality of the products are top notch and my results have been reflective of that. I have made significant gains on my lifts in both volume and number, increased strength, stamina, and endurance, and have been able to do so on a caloric deficit without compromise. My aim was to control the specific dosages of each ingredient for my desired results (fat loss and muscle gain), and Bulk Supplements have allowed me to do that. All three powders mix and dissolve very well with water, with no clumping or residue left behind in the shaker bottle.Beta Alanine is said to help prevent muscular fatigue during workouts, while Citrulline Malate is a vaso-dialator, which leads to a better pump. Creatine Monohydrate helps support lean muscle and ATP synthesis while aiding in muscular recovery. It is especially beneficial for anaerobic exercises that require that extra push.As far as I can tell, the Beta Alanine and Creatine Monohydrate both have neutral flavors, but the Citrulline Malate is extremely bitter. I would recommend mixing with some form of sweetener to offset the bitterness and make this blend more palatable. I use Fruit Punch Gatorade powder (11g) for my mix and it works for me. This is only about a half dose of the Gatorade powder as listed on the bottle, but again, trying to cut involves limiting sugar and calorie intake. Some may want it sweeter, but I'm taking this for results, not taste.To anyone looking to build a custom pre-workout, I would highly recommend using Bulk Supplements. Shipping is fast, accurate, and relatively inexpensive compared to the flashier brands you will see in places like ***. I will soon be adding BCAA 2:1:1 into my daily routine to help with muscle soreness and recovery as well.