Do You REALLY Need Supplements? The Shocking Truth About Balanced Diet Myths!
#CoachDimitris #supplements #performance In this Video: Are you wasting your money on supplements you don’t even need? What if I told you that most of them might be completely unnecessary? Stick around, because by the end of this video, you’ll know exactly what’s worth it and what’s just a marketing gimmick! Today, we’re tackling one of the biggest myths in the fitness world: the idea that you need a mountain of supplements to see progress. This myth costs people hundreds, if not thousands, every year and most of it goes straight into the bin. By the end of this video, you’ll know how to save your hard-earned money and still crush your fitness goals. If you want to build muscle, burn fat, or just be healthy, you need a supplement for everything: protein powder, pre-workout, BCAAs, fat burners, multivitamins, you name it. Why do people believe this? Well, the fitness industry has mastered the art of making us feel inadequate. Ads tell you that you’re not recovering properly without this supplement, or you’re missing gains without that one. What’s the actual role of supplements? Protein Powder: Protein powder is a quick, easy way to boost your intake. But it’s not superior to food. BCAAs: If you’re hitting your daily protein target, you’re already getting the amino acids you need. Save your money and spend it on real food instead. Fat Burners: Let me say this loud and clear: fat burners do not burn fat. They’re just caffeine in disguise. A calorie deficit and consistent training are what truly burn fat. Pre-Workout: Love the energy boost? Sure, pre-workout can help. But so can coffee. Unless it’s giving you a specific performance benefit, it’s optional. So, supplements are the icing on the cake, not the cake itself. So, how do you make sure you’re not wasting your time and money? Watch the video for a more detailed breakdown! If you’ve been overwhelmed by supplement marketing, I hope this cleared the air. --------------------------------------------------------- COACHING: https://form.jotform.com/242767131271353 --------------------------------------------------------- References: 1. Helms, E. R., Aragon, A. A., & Fitschen, P. J. (2014). Evidence-based recommendations for natural bodybuilding contest preparation: Nutrition and supplementation. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, 11(1), 20. https://doi.org/10.1186/1550-2783-11-20 2. Morton, R. W., et al. (2018). Protein supplementation improves muscle mass and performance in both trained and untrained individuals: A systematic review and meta-analysis. British Journal of Sports Medicine, 52(6), 376–384. https://doi.org/10.1136/bjsports-2017... 3. Wolfe, R. R. (2017). Branched-chain amino acids and muscle protein synthesis in humans: Myth or reality? The Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, 14(1), 30. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12970-017-01... 4. Thomas, D. T., Erdman, K. A., & Burke, L. M. (2016). Position of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Dietitians of Canada, and the American College of Sports Medicine: Nutrition and athletic performance. Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, 116(3), 501–528. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jand.2015.1... 5. Hector, A. J., & Phillips, S. M. (2018). Protein recommendations for weight loss in elite athletes: A focus on body composition and performance. International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism, 28(2), 170–177. https://doi.org/10.1123/ijsnem.2017-0273 6. Close, G. L., et al. (2016). The role of sports nutrition for optimizing health, performance, and recovery. Nature Reviews Endocrinology, 12(8), 452–461. https://doi.org/10.1038/nrendo.2016.54 7. Benton, D., & Young, H. A. (2015). Do small differences in hydration status affect mood and mental performance? Nutrition Reviews, 73(Suppl 2), 83–96. https://doi.org/10.1093/nutrit/nuv045 8. O’Connor, C. M., & Piers, J. A. (2018). The effect of caffeine ingestion on exercise performance: An update. Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness, 58(2), 181–189. https://doi.org/10.23736/S0022-4707.1... -------------------------------------------------------- About me: I’m a Fitness & Nutrition Coach - powerlifter and hypertrophy expert with a passion for transforming lives with years of experience in the gym. I am here to help & guide countless people/clients around the world achieve their goals—whether it’s building muscle, losing fat, or finding balance through sustainable fitness and nutrition strategies to fit their lifestyle. -------------------------------------------------------- Follow me on social media below!
