Are you confused on which products to buy? Are you tired of the outrageous claims made by manufacturers? So are we. We at Bodybuilding Outlet want you to succeed in your fitness goals, even if it means we sell fewer products. We believe that a customer that gets good results is more likely to come back and tell their friends about us. If you want to know the truth, good or bad, these are the real results based on customer feedback and our trainers' extensive testing. Many companies have tried to copy our review section but have you ever noticed they recommend every product they sell? We recommend the only the products that have produced good results and have positive feedback. We also tell you when a product does not work. On many items you will see that we do not recommend using them due to poor results and feedback. No other Internet site does that. The following award winning products represent the best products in each category based on customer feedback and our trainers' extensive testing. If you ever have feedback about a product, please e-mail us at: ASK THE TRAINER. Diet and Energy - We have spent several months looking for non-ephedra diet products that produced good results. Our first tests proved the most popular formulas: Xenadrine and Hydroxycut to be virtually worthless for weight loss. Finally, several supplement companies have developed faster acting formulas that have proven to be much more effective. 1.) PRO-Rx Thermolean Xtreme - This product is easily the best fat burner on the market. No jitters, just a warming feeling as your metabolism speeds up. Several trainers lost 4-5lbs. per week on this when combined with cardio. Customer feedback has been very positive on this product. 2.) Lipofire - Lipofire is quickly becoming a favorite with our customers. Lipofire is really like 3 diet products in one. Not only does it contain the normal ingredients found in most diet products, it has 7-Keto (clinically proven to speed metabolism), Hoodia gordinii(curbs hunger) and 15 other ingredients - it is by far the most inclusive fromula we have seen. When cobined with blocker we have had several emails where people are reporting losing 20lbs. in 30 days 3.) T2 Fat Destroyer - We combined the T2 with the Thermolean and the results were off the charts. The weight loss was similar to the Thermolean tests we ran back in Jan of 2006 but the fat loss doubled in 8 of the 10 trainers. We had several trainers that dropped over 4% body fat in just 30 days and 6% bodyfat within 60 days. There is nothing that has even come close to these results. 4.) Blocker - This is a totally new revolutionary product that works completely different than current diet formulas. Blocker has carbohydrate and fat blockers that work similar to orlistat products with out the messy side effects. Blocker can take out 100 calories out of a meal - it's like cardio in a bottle. Blocker can also be combined with other diet products that speed up metabolism (Thermolean, Lipofire, Lipo-6) to burn even more calories in a day. Protein Powder - A protein powder is a tub of protein designed to supplement protein intake during the day. It is usually taken between meals (and counts as a meal). We suggest 5-6 small meals daily, usually 3 meals and 2-3 supplemental meals (protein powder, protein bar). 1.) MED-Rx Perfect whey - Quality protein, great taste and a medium consistency make this our top seller. 2.) Isopure Zero Carb - Whey isolate protein makes this probably the best quality protein in the class. It is a little thin in consistency but quality-wise, it is at the top. Also, because it is thin, it mixes easier than any other protein. It is also a favorite among many doctors for gastric bypass and other high protein/low carb diets. 3.) Dymatize Elite Whey 5lb. - The least expensive, high quality, new whey powder by Dymatize Nutrition. If you are taking whey 3-4x daily, this is the one for you. Keep your cost down and your protein up! Meal Replacement - Meal replacements are pre-packaged powdered meals in a box. The major difference between meal replacements and protein powders is that meal replacements usually have 24-26g of carbohydrates per serving where a protein powder has 10-14g of carbohydrates. Meal replacements are more convenient to carry and travel with but they are more expensive as you pay for that individual packaging. Unless portability is an issue, we recommend protein powders over meal replacements. 1.) Labrada Lean Body - Quality protein, taste and consistency. Another quality product by Labrada. The quality mix of proteins gives athletes an edge. This is the meal replacement that many athletes have reported they can actually feel a difference with. 2.) Prolab Lean Mass Complex - This is the Ferrari of meal replacements. It costs a little more but you get what you pay for. The carbs are complex carbs (like oatmeal) rather than sugar or sugar substitutes. They also skipped the regular flavors and came out with some exotic flavors that taste amazing. 3.) Perfect Isopure - Quality-wise, Isopure is the purest whey Isolate on the planet. It is a little thin but mixes easier than any other powder on the market. Weight Gainer - Weight gainers are essentially protein powders with a lot of added carbohydrates. We recommend these for hard gainers only, otherwise just get a good protein powder. 1.) CytoGainer - We liked this one because it uses a lot of complex carbohydrates. Most trainers agree that the complex carbohydrates in addition to protein will really pack on the muscle weight. 2.) Prolab N-Large - High in carbohydrates, good flavor and a great value make this our second choice. 3.) Muscle Milk - This product can be used in a low carb diet for people looking to lose weight, it can also be used with a high carb diet to pack on pounds. It is very versatile and one of our best selling proteins. Low-Carb Protein Bar - Don't believe the label claims on most bars. Atkins and others that claim 5g of carbs or less are not telling the whole truth. They are counting impact carbs, not total carbs. Even the most low carb bars have 18-28g carbs per bar depending on the size of the bar. A low-carb bar is defined as a bar that has almost an even protein/carb ratio. Bars are great for after workouts or for convenience but if you are REALLY trying to keep carbs low, avoid the bars altogether. 1.) Labrada Gold Bars - Triple layers that melt in your mouth. Protein bars that actually taste good. 2.) Power Crunch Bars - Seven flavors to choose from, they all have scored high in taste tests. At under 200 calories, they are our lowest calorie bar. 3.) MET-Rx/Worldwide Protein Bars - Seven flavors to choose from, they are our #1 selling bar of all time. 1.) Supreme Protein Bars - Triple layers that melt in your mouth. Protein bars that actually taste good. 2.) Labrada Cookie Roll Bars - Labrada's second version of cookie dough is even better than the first. 15 sec. in the microwave produces a bar that tastes exactly like warm cookie dough. You will not believe how good these bars are!!! 2.) Big 100 Clossal Bars - These bars are absolutely delicious. The are higer in carbs (45g) and fat (11g) so they are more for people trying to build muscle and put on weight. These are truly a treat with 31g of protein. Creatine Product - Creatine works, there is no denying it. The only problem with creatine is getting enough creatine into your muscles. Here is what we like. 1.) PRO-Rx MusclePump - The new creatine monster is here. All the weight gains without the bloating and stomach problems. Just 4 pills 2x daily. Your swollen muscles will thank you. 2.) Optimum CGT - Creatine, Glutamine, Taurine all in a glucose base (for uptake). If it sounds like EAS Betagen without HMB for half the price that's because it is. That's why we like it. 3.) Betancourt Chewable Creatine - Creatine in a tasty chewable tab. Tastes like candy. Pre-Workout drinks - Ready to get psyched for your next workout? Take one of these 30 minutes before workouts - the results will speak for themselves. 1.) Mass-Pump - Powerlab is the leader in the anabolic precursor arena but they have taken pre-workouts to a whole new level. Skin tearing pumps, focus and energy like nothing else out there. 2.) PRO-Rx X-Fuel - NO2 + creatine + tribulus - this doesnt give the buzz of Amped or NO-Xplode but it will give great pumps and aggression in the gym. If you work out later in the day and cant sleep after the caffiene in Amped or NO-Xplode - this is the answer. 3.) BSN No-Xplode - Very similar formula as the MET-Rx Amped with similar results. The flavor just isn't quite as good but the pumps are just as amazing. Post Workout Drinks - Did you know your body is the most receptive to nutrients right after a workout? Take a post-workout drink to repair the damage and heal your muscles faster. 1.) Powerlab Recovery - Recovery has all the key ingredients to recover faster and train harder. We added this product to the site after so many people asking for it. It is definately one of the best products we carry. 1.) Nutrex Volu-gro - Great insulin spike for getting the creatine directly into your muscles. 3x more effective than Celltech with about half the calories. Most pro bodybuilders are REALLY taking this - shouldn't you? 2.) BSN CellMass - Esterfied creatine is the main growth ingredient. Want all the creatine results without the water bloat? Here it is. Recovery Products - These products will speed up recovery time and ease muscle soreness. 1.) Powerlab Recovery - The second appearance for this product - IT JUST WORKS!!! This post-workout drink contains everything need to repair muscles faster, decrease recovery time and improve performance. 2.) ALRI Lean Dreams - If you have problems sleeping, we have the NATURAL answer. Lean dreams uses calming herbs to help the body relax, it actually deepens sleep, which improves recovery and also stimulates natural GH production. 3.) Powerlab BCAA AKG Gel Caps - BCAA's cannot be made by the body from other compounds or protein sources unlike amino acids. BCAA's are essential for muscle growth and must be added as BCAA's. Powerlab BCAA's are AKG and liquid gel caps giving them nearly 100% absorption by the body. Performance Products - These products are the highest legal levels of anabolic compounds available today. They will take growth and performance to the next level. 1.) Halotren - This is another level 2 combo by Powerlab Nutrition. It contains the Halodrol-50 and Tren compounds. Both have been proven to produce dramatic gains in muscle size and strength. 2.) Halotest-25 - This has been one of the first precursors that everyone sees dramatic results with. The same formula as the previously banned Halodrol-50 in a 2 doasge 25mg cap. Do the math, the results are the same. New and Exciting Products - From time to time, we find that new products or combinations of products can really accelerate gains. These products are the newest and most exciting we have found. 1.) The Stack - What happens when you combine 1000g of Tribulus Terrestris, Nitric Oxide Ethyl Ester and Creatine Ethyl Ester? You get crazy pumps, increased aggression and some weight pounding training sessions. The Stack has it all and it will not show up positive on and drug tests. Easily the stongest natural way to put on lean muscle mass. 2.) Post-Cycle - This is a great post-hormone cycle supplement. It contains ingredients to dramatically raise testosterone levels immediately as well as eliminate estrogen and it puts a new intensity into your workouts. Don't lose your hard earned muscle after the cycle. If you still have more questions please visit our ASK THE TRAINER SECTION. Disclaimer: All rankings are the result of customer feedback and staff recommendations. The information provided on this site is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other health care professional or any information contained on or in any product label or packaging. You should consult with a healthcare professional before starting any diet, exercise or supplementation program, before taking any medication, or if you have or suspect you might have a health problem. Information about each product is taken from the labels of the products or from the manufacturer's advertising material. 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