ACTUAL COMMENTS: We also got some valuable feedback from the testers.
Here are some actual quotes from the lifters who used Animal Nitro…
Supplement Facts
Serving Size 2 Packs
Servings Per Container 15
“Animal Nitro is the best amino supplement I've ever used.”
- J. Jimenez, via e-mail
Amount Per Pack
%DV
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine HCl)
Niacin (as niacinamide)
500mcg
10mg
Human Muscle Protein Complex™
Arginine
Histidine
Isoleucine
Leucine
Lysine
Methionine
Phenylalanine
Threonine
Valine
Pro BCAA Complex
Leucine
Isoleucine
Valine
4995mg
25%
50%
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
3500mg
1690mg
1815mg
*
*
*
* Daily Value (DV) not established.
OTHER INGREDIENTS: Dicalcium phosphate, magnesium stearate, gelatin, titanium dioxide, FD&C
Red #40, FD&C Blue #1.
DOSAGE: After lifting, there is a critical anabolic “window of opportunity” that exists. To take
advantage of this nutritional period, take a pack within 15-30 minutes immediately after lifting.
Even better, take 2 packs on your training days – the first preworkout, right before lifting, and
the second postworkout. If you take a PWO shake, then take the Animal Nitro first, and then wait
at least another 30-45 minutes before drinking that shake. When possible, take Animal Nitro on
an empty stomach, preferably with 8-12 oz. of grape or other fruit juice.
PRODUCT NOTES: Animal Nitro is unique in that it is the only product that utilizes Human
Muscle Protein Complex™. HMPC™ is the precise ratios of specific essential amino acids
(EAAs), ratios modeled after actual human muscle itself to help optimize and ensure rapid
absorption and superior results. Essential amino acids (EAAs) include all three of the branchedchain amino acids (BCAAs): leucine, isoleucine and valine. So while Animal Nitro contains all the
BCAAs, it is far more than just a BCAA supplement. It’s a total EAA product.
“I was taking this product during my contest training routine and found that I
did not lose as much strength, energy, etc. as you might expect during such
training. It helped me maintain my strength at almost 90%... I am able to hang
in at five days a week training. And I am talking contest training. I have lost in
the past 8 weeks 13 pounds. So I am not fooling around here. Your product
has definitely helped keep me in there.”
- M. Archer, Florida
“After a couple of days Animal Nitro seems to be helping out majorly with
recovery and strength retention… which is important because I am an athletic
6'3 230 vegetarian and putting on muscle through lifting and keeping it has
been very difficult for me. Now I can enjoy killing myself with the weights
more productively. Thanks.”
- D. Wilkins, Portland, OR
“I have increased my strength. It is also more convenient to take than other
protein products. There is no mixing powders involved. I also like the fact that
it's for both pre-and post-workout. It gives good energy and strength for the
work out and it is effective for recovery.”
- D. Skinner, Wisconsin
“I am really impressed with Animal Nitro. It has brought me to a new level in
stamina, recovery and muscle size. I box and require lots of stamina and
strength which Animal Nitro helps me maintain and gain.”
- J. Monzalvo, Grayson, GA
“Definitely felt that it had a positive impact on my training. I made some small
strength increases but the effect it had on my pump as well as what it did for
my energy in terms of negating fatigue and aiding recovery would be worth
the price of the supplement.”
- W. Brownrigg, New Jersey
“I found this product to be a great supplement package. I experienced a huge
boost in strength and endurance. An additional benefit noticed was that my
muscles got denser and larger. Also muscle fatigue was down.”
- J. Volpe, New Jersey
“This is my second time writing to you about
Nitro, there is nothing out on the market that
compares. This past semester at school I've
hit my personal bests in everything. Hit a 405
bench and a 585 deadlift, and my squats have
gone up to 450 for 5 reps. I know these arent
any world records, but for me at 205 pounds
I am pleased with my progress, and I def
wouldnt have gotten there without Nitro. If
you’re looking for strength, you’re wasting
your time with anything else.
”
Tony, via e-mail
Big is big from a distance, but look close up and you’ll notice even the largest objects are
made up of smaller components. Muscle ain’t no different. The basic building blocks of
muscle are amino acids. And when it comes to lifting, the most potent amino acids, the most
important amino acids, are the essential amino acids (EAAs). Not just because the body can’t
make ‘em on its own either but because EAAs can directly impact the anabolic drive via
protein synthesis--before lifting, during lifting and after lifting. Not just any random
collection of EAAs will do either. You need the right ones and in the right ratios and in the
right form. That’s where Human Muscle Protein Complex™ comes into play with Animal
Nitro. Animal Nitro uses a precise blend of “uncoupled” EAAs to deliver results. Fast.
NEAA). You don’t need a lot either. EAA are so efficient, researchers have found that only 6
grams, orally-delivered, are necessary (this is the precise amount in each pack of Animal Nitro).
However, it’s not just a matter of throwing in 6 grams of EAA. For example, you can’t put them
into tablets. Tablets, with all the fillers and coatings, prevent the EAA from being utilized by the
body efficiently. That’s why Animal Nitro comes only in quick-dissolving capsules. The ratio of
EAA are important too. We’ll talk about this in a second…
We covered the types of aminos that are important. But the forms are important too. That’s why
we use only “uncoupled” essential amino acids. Uncoupled aminos are a special form of amino
acid–they are free of chemical bonds. Because of this, uncoupled aminos are rapidly absorbed
by the body—far more rapidly and efficiently than protein powders like whey. Uncoupled
aminos, unlike intact proteins (such as from foods or protein powders) can exert powerful
pharmacological and physiological actions such as hormone regulation (insulin, growth
hormone), immunomodulation, and anabolism. Just as importantly, uncoupled aminos can
bypass the liver. The liver acts as a kind of gatekeeper. When you eat chicken or drink a protein
shake, the liver deaminates much of the aminos, and those aminos are ultimately converted to
urea. Not good.
Uncoupled amino acids, on the other hand, have the ability to actually bypass the liver. Once
ingested, uncoupled aminos in Animal Nitro can form a “bolus” or a special protective mass of
aminos. Due to this protective bolus, when the uncoupled aminos reach the liver, they can
escape the liver’s processing and enter into systemic circulation quickly and reach their target
areas to exert the pharmacological and physiological effects. And this is one of the reasons why
Animal Nitro is superior to regular protein powders. Animal Nitro contains valuable essential
aminos acids in “uncoupled” forms that can rapidly reach target tissues and exert anabolic
effects.
When you think Animal Nitro, think old school meets new. We’ve taken a classic, amino
acids, and brought it up to date for the serious lifter who’s looking for something more.
Listen, amino acids have been around for decades and have been used by countless athletes.
As supplements, they’ve definitely stood the test of time. They’ve also been studied in great
depth over the years. And those studies are always moving forward… Recent research has
shown that amino acids are anabolic and can benefit the lifter. But that research has also
shown that timing, dosages, and the mix of aminos are all extremely important. To get things
rolling, you gotta start with the right mix, forms and types of aminos to gain the maximum
anabolic advantage.
While the form and types of aminos are important, so too is the blend. You need the right ratios
of EAA to extract the maximum benefits. Animal Nitro has the right ratios. Animal Nitro is the
only amino acid supplement that contains Human Muscle Protein Complex™. We used the
amino acid profile found in actual human muscle protein itself when we created Animal Nitro.
Why? By matching the types and ratios of amino acids to human muscle, you can potentially
increase the availability of each individual essential amino acid in proportion to its requirement
for enhancing muscle protein synthesis. In other words, if your muscles are a hand, then Animal
Nitro’s Human Muscle Protein Complex™ is the glove.
Animal Nitro has the right types of aminos (essential amino acids or EAAs), forms
(“uncoupled”, free form), dose (research-proven 6 grams per pack), and the right blend of
aminos (Human Muscle Protein Complex™). Recent published studies have shown that to
stimulate protein synthesis and spark anabolism, only essential amino acids (EAA) are
necessary. Non-essential amino acids (NEAA) aren’t (protein powders have both EAA and
We think Animal Nitro is going to be a solid addition to your nutritional arsenal. As a solid
amino-based supplement, it can appeal to a broad range of strength athletes, including
powerlifters, bodybuilders, and anyone who requires strength and power as a foundation. It can
be used during a cutting or bulking cycle. It can be used by lifters who are looking for improved
recovery, more energy, and greater strength. Because it consists of such fundamental, basic
ingredients, amino acids, and because it offers so much nutritional flexibility, we think Animal
Nitro will quickly become a staple supplement for lifters everywhere.
where it counts most... The gym and the stage. Dedicated to serious nutrition for the serious
athlete, Animal is your choice when it comes to complete and comprehensive supplementation.
Animal. The choice of champions.
RESULTS
REQUIRED FOR
While orally-delivered, essential amino acids have a solid body of published research behind it,
we decided to put Animal Nitro to a test in the real world. After all, sometimes what’s proven in
the lab isn’t proven in the gym. So we supplied Animal Nitro to 52 lifters who used the product
for three weeks. We examined both objective and subjective responses. Objectively, measured
the one-rep max in the squat, deadlift and bench press. Subjectively, we looked at energy,
strength, fatigue and recovery. Here’s what we found…
Of the 52 Alpha Testers (AT), all but three experienced one kind of gain or another. After 3 weeks,
the average bench press (one rep max) increased by 4.7% or 12.88 lb. In other words, after
three weeks, the average gain on the bench press (1 rep max) was nearly 13 pounds. Nearly
60% the Alpha Testers saw an increase in the bench press (one rep max) between 6-45 pounds.
On the deadlift, we saw similar gains. The average deadlift (one rep max) increased by 18.07 lb.
after only 3 weeks (+5.4%). Over 65% of the Alpha Testers saw their deadlift increase by
between 6-45 lb. And finally, with the squat, the average increase was 21.52 lb. (+5.9%). 73% of
the Alpha Testers experienced a gain in their squat between 6-55 lb.
• Competitive strength & power athletes
• High-intensity training
• Athletes who are dieting
• Individuals bulking on higher protein diets
• Lifters looking for an anabolic edge
RECOMMENDED STACKS
Like Animal Pak, we think Animal Nitro is a “foundational” supplement. It should be a staple in
your nutritional arsenal. Every lifter could benefit from using Animal Nitro. It’s so flexible, you
can add it to any “stack” and get benefits immediately. Animal Nitro can provide the body with
the basic building blocks it needs to grow and provide a nice anabolic response around lifting.
While 12.88, 18.07 and 21.52 lb. may not sound lot a whole lot, for powerlifters, for instance,
these higher numbers could be significant, especially in a competition. Interestingly, when we
looked at weight and bodyfat percentages, we noticed that, on average, there was a weight gain
of 0.78 lb. However, according to the numbers, the average lifter also saw his bodyfat percentage
decrease by 0.9%. So there were some nominal lean mass gains. In our opinion, while the
amount of lean mass gained was pretty negligible, what struck us was the fact that the vast
majority of testers saw increases in strength without any significant change in weight.
Subjectively speaking, of the respondents, 49% say they experienced better recovery when using
Animal Nitro; 68% said their strength increased; 48% noted more energy; and 37% experienced
less fatigue. In addition to the four fields mentioned above, Alpha Testers also commented that
they experienced muscle growth, better pumps, increased appetites, more endurance, greater
muscle thickness and density, and the ability to overcome plateaus.
WHO WE ARE
In 1983, Animal was founded with the birth of Animal Pak, the venerable training “pack” that
started it all. Born from the real needs and desires of professional bodybuilders, Animal has
grown prodigiously over the decades. Today, as yesterday, the name Animal stands for trust,
integrity and a unique no nonsense approach to the game. Animal also represents a group of
products that have stood the test of time, proven again and again in the labs, and in the trenches
MADE PROUDLY IN THE U.S.A.
Formulated, Tested & Manufactured By:
Universal Nutrition
New Brunswick, New Jersey 08901
800-USA-0101 • 732-545-3130
www.animalpak.com