Why take supplements for strength and muscle mass
Muscle growth depends first and foremost on consistent training, proper nutrition and recovery. Supplements do not replace these elements, but they can be useful for complementing your diet and supporting specific needs related to physical activity.
People who train to increase strength and muscle mass may in fact have different requirements from those who play sport occasionally, especially during periods of higher training intensity or frequency.
You could consider this type of supplement if:
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You struggle to meet your daily protein requirement
If you train regularly and want to support the maintenance or growth of muscle mass, it can help to make sure you get an adequate protein intake. When diet alone is not enough or you want a more practical solution, you can turn to protein supplements, such as whey protein, to take during the day or after training.
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You want to support strength and performance in intense exercise
If you do weightlifting, bodybuilding or training based on short, repeated, high-intensity efforts, such as football, you could consider a creatine supplement. Creatine is particularly suitable for those who want to support performance in strength and power exercises and is generally taken consistently as part of your routine.
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You want to improve muscular endurance
If you feel your energy dropping during longer, more demanding workouts, or you want to optimise the efficiency of your muscles under effort, you could benefit from a taurine-based supplement.
At Volchem you will find the best supplements for mass and strength
Volchem offers a range of solutions for people training with strength and muscle development goals, addressing different needs: from protein intake to performance support, through to preparing for training.
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Mirabol® Hydro 90 Whey Protein
A solution based on hydrolysed whey protein, suitable for anyone who wants to increase or top up their daily protein intake. Protein contributes to a growth in muscle mass and to the maintenance of muscle mass.
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Creatyl® Tablet Monohydrate
Creatine monohydrate in tablets, designed for people who do activities involving short, repeated, high-intensity efforts and want to support strength and performance during training.
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Tau 1000
A taurine-based supplement, suitable for those who prefer to add a specific ingredient to their routine and manage their supplementation in a more personalised way.
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Ready® 56
A multi-ingredient formula in shot format, designed mainly as a pre-workout and for anyone looking for a practical solution to take before their most intense sessions.
All products are formulated and made to the highest quality and safety standards. Every batch is rigorously tested and certified, to guarantee the absolute purity of the raw materials, maximum traceability and real effectiveness, without compromise.
FAQ on supplements for increasing strength
Is protein for increasing strength or just for building "mass"?
It is for both. Although protein is best known for building muscle, it is also fundamental for strength. Intense training creates micro-tears in the muscle fibres: an adequate protein intake allows them to be repaired efficiently, so that the muscle adapts and becomes stronger for the next session.
Do strength supplements work even if I do not train intensely?
No, supplements are no substitute for work in the gym. For the body to develop greater strength, it needs the mechanical, progressive stimulus provided by resistance training. Supplementation is the piece of the puzzle that optimises the results of your effort and your diet.
What is the best supplement for increasing muscle mass?
The two most effective supplements are protein powder, essential for repairing and building muscle after training, and creatine, which improves strength and cell volume.
