SCIVATION Xtend EAA 296g

SCIVATION Xtend EAA 296g - amino acids for muscle recovery

SCIVATION Xtend EAA Essential Amino Acids is a dietary supplement designed for physically active individuals who want to ensure full muscle recovery, increase training effectiveness, and support their body on many levels. This dietary supplement provides a complete set of all essential exogenous amino acids (EAAs), which the body cannot synthesize on its own. Do you know what that means? They are essential for your body to build muscle!

SCIVATION Xtend EAA are amino acids that build muscle

EAAs help maintain a high level of muscle protein synthesis, meaning you have the opportunity to build muscle faster. Your diet should include an adequate amount of EAAs; if they are lacking, your body will not recover, and your training efforts will be wasted. A solid dose of amino acids will help increase anabolism, and your muscles will reward you with greater growth.

Benefits of using SCIVATION Xtend EAA

• accelerates muscle recovery after training,
• supports muscle protein synthesis,
• reduces the feeling of fatigue,
• improves concentration and mood,
• helps maintain muscle mass during weight loss,
• supports water and electrolyte balance.

Why are essential amino acids (EAAs) key to your results?

Imagine you're building a house. You have a design, you have a construction crew (your training), but you're missing the most important materials – bricks, cement, steel. No matter how hard your crew works, the construction won't get off the ground. This is exactly the role that essential amino acids play in your body. These are compounds that the body cannot produce on its own, so they must be supplied externally, through food or supplementation.

The word "exogenous" (from the Greek exo – "outside") is key here.

Without their constant supply, processes such as repairing damaged tissue, building new muscle proteins, and producing hormones and enzymes are seriously disrupted. For a physically active person whose need for these nutrients rapidly increases, ensuring adequate amounts of EAAs becomes an absolute priority.

What exactly are EAAs and what is their role in the body?

Amino acids are the basic building blocks of proteins. There are nine essential amino acids that must be included in our diet. Each one plays a unique, irreplaceable role, and their combined action creates powerful energy that fuels your progress. Supplementing with a complex like SCIVATION Xtend EAA ensures that none of these key players are missed.

The Magnificent Nine: Discover the Full Spectrum of EAAs

The Xtend EAA formula contains all nine essential amino acids. Let's learn about their roles:

1. L-Leucine: This is the absolute king of amino acids. It acts as a master switch for the muscle protein synthesis (MPS) process. Without adequate amounts of leucine, the muscle-building process simply won't begin at full strength.
2. L-Isoleucine: A close cousin of leucine, also a member of the BCAA group. It plays a key role in muscle energy metabolism and supports recovery processes.
3. L-Valine: The third of the branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs). It helps maintain a positive nitrogen balance, which is crucial for anabolism, and also provides energy for working muscles.
4. L-Lysine: Essential for the production of carnitine, which transports fatIt enters the mitochondria to be burned for energy. It also participates in collagen synthesis, supporting healthy joints and skin.
5. L-Threonine: An important component of structural proteins such as collagen and elastin. It also supports nervous system function and fat metabolism.
6. L-Phenylalanine: A precursor to important neurotransmitters such as dopamine and noradrenaline, which influence mood, focus, and motivation.
7. L-Tryptophan: Best known as a precursor to serotonin, the "happiness hormone." It is responsible for regulating mood, appetite, and sleep, which is fundamental for recovery.
8. L-Histidine: A precursor to histamine, important in the immune response. It is also a component of carnosine (along with beta-alanine), which buffers lactic acid in muscles.
9. L-Methionine: Contains sulfur, crucial for cartilage and liver health. It participates in many metabolic processes and acts as a powerful antioxidant.

Muscle Protein Synthesis: The Foundation of Growth and Recovery

Every intense workout leads to micro-tears in muscle fibers. This is a natural process. Regeneration and growth (or hypertrophy) involve repairing this damage and building new fibers to become stronger and larger. This process is called muscle protein synthesis (MPS). For it to function efficiently, the body needs a complete set of tools – all nine essential amino acids. Delivering them at a crucial moment, such as around training, is like sending a complete crew with the best materials to the construction site.

SCIVATION Xtend EAA: More than Just Amino Acids

The Scivation brand has been synonymous with the highest quality amino acid supplements for years. Xtend EAA is the culmination of years of research and experience, packaged in one comprehensive product.

Composition Analysis: What's in Each Serving of Xtend EAA?

Powerful Amino Acid Blend (7.9 g)

The heart of the product is an impressive dose of 7.9 grams of amino acids in each serving. This is no random blend. The proportions of individual amino acids have been selected to most effectively stimulate anabolism and inhibit catabolism (muscle breakdown).

The role of branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) in the formula

Xtend EAA naturally contains the key branched-chain amino acids: L-leucine, L-isoleucine, and L-valine (these belong to the EAA group). They are absolutely essential because they are metabolized directly in the muscles, not in the liver. This means they provide an ultra-fast source of energy during exercise and an immediate signal to begin recovery afterward.

L-Arginine Addition: Supports the Supply of Amino Acids to Your Muscles

The formula has been enriched with L-Arginine. This amino acid is known for its role in the production of nitric oxide (NO). Nitric oxide dilates blood vessels, leading to improved blood flow. Better blood flow, in turn, means more efficient transport of oxygen and nutrients (including EAAs!) to working muscles and more efficient removal of metabolic waste products.

Electrolytes for optimal hydration

Intense training not only puts strain on the muscles, but also causes the loss of valuable fluids and electrolytes through sweat. SCIVATION Xtend EAA contains added key electrolytes, such as sodium and potassium. They help maintain proper fluid balance in the body, support the proper functioning of the nervous system, and support muscle contraction. Good hydration means better performance, a reduced risk of cramps, and faster recovery.

EAA vs. BCAA - which is better?

This is one of the most common questions in the world of supplementation. For years, products containing only three branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) dominated. Today, we know that although BCAAs are extremely important, they only constitute part of the puzzle.

Think of it this way: muscle protein synthesis is building a complex machine. BCAAs, and especially leucine, are like the key that starts the entire factory. But to build the machine, you need all the parts—not just a key and a few screws. Those parts are the EAAs. You can jump-start the process with BCAAs, but if even one of the other six essential amino acids is missing from the bloodstream, production grinds to a halt.

By providing a complete set of EAAs, you give your body everything it needs for efficient and continuous muscle building and recovery. That's why supplementing with a full spectrum of amino acids is considered a much more comprehensive and effective solution.

SCIVATION Xtend EAA - amino acid dosage

1 serving, 8.5 g, during and/or after training

What time of day should I take EAA?

• Before training: Consuming a serving 20-30 minutes before exercise "loads" muscles with amino acids, protecting them from catabolism and providing access to energy.
• During training: Sipping an EAA drink during a long and intense session is an excellent way to continuously replenish fuel, delay fatigue, and maintain high intensity from the first to the last minute. Electrolytes also support hydration.
• After training: This is the crucial "anabolic window." Providing EAAs immediately after exercise instantly triggers recovery processes and muscle protein synthesis, maximizing the results of your hard work.

How many EAAs per day?

The standard daily dose of EAAs is between 7 and 15 grams, depending on body weight, training intensity, and the body's overall amino acid needs. For most strength or endurance training individuals, the optimal serving is approximately 15 grams. 10 grams per day.

Should I take EAAs on non-training days?

Yes, it's definitely worth it. Although EAAs are most often used around training, on non-exercise days they also support: muscle recovery, protection against catabolism, maintaining a positive nitrogen balance, overall improvement in well-being, and nervous system regeneration. On non-training days, it's best to drink EAAs in the morning on an empty stomach or between meals, especially if there are long gaps between meals.