The Musashi formula has Leucine, Valine and Isoleucine which are BCAAS and also L-Glutamine which help with recovery. So if you can't afford both a recovery and BCAAs, then maybe just a recovery formula will do. For energy it also contains L-histidine and creatine but its the L-Proline and Glucosamine component which is helping with lessening the 'creakiness' of my joints and not making me feel so achy in the mornings. Lately my knees have been bit sore but whether its because I've added the recovery, not sure, but it has helped with feeling more stability and less knee joint pain. I also have some lower backache, that's still there - probably need a good massage to get the knots out! - but less knotted than usual since taking the formula.
Generally I feel quite refreshed for morning cardio (yes still doing it eventhough I'm officially off the 8 week challenge) and can work through any muscle soreness. Tastewise, its not so palatable taking its on its own. The lemon taste is bit powdery but actually takes quite good in protein shakes, and even better when stirred in with my yoghurt and chocolate protein powder for dessert. Almost takes' like cheesecake.
Lisa, Go Figure
17 March 08