Why ZMA instead of pro-hormones?
There are a number of reasons ZMA may be more attractive than some pro-hormone supplements. First, there is no need to “cycle” ZMA, which can be taken on a continuous basis. Pro-hormones, on the other hand, need to be supplemented on a regimented cycle (supplementing for a specific time and then taking time off of supplementation) for optimal results and to reduce the likelihood of unwanted, negative side effects. What’s more, while pro-hormones are not recommended for women and teens, ZMA can be supplemented by any active teen or adult whatever the age or sex provided they follow the usage guidelines. And, pro-hormones have been banned by many athletic organizations, such as the U.S. Olympic Committee, the NFL, and the NBA. Whereas ZMA is not. In fact, ZMA is used by hundreds of world-class athletes, and many have reported phenomenal results in the building of muscle mass. It isn’t all anecdotal evidence either ZMA has been found in studies to increase free and total testosterone by o