Beta-hydroxy-Beta-methylbutyrate, better known as HMB is a relatively new supplement
that is supposed to work by blockingthe breakdown of muscle. It is supposed to achieve
this effect by keeping protein from breaking down and preserving more for the muscles to
use. If it worked like this you could work out more which would cause a greater anabolic
effect from the exercise. This all means that HMB will have a rather high anti-catabolic
side effect. This means it will keep you from breaking down as much muscle.
It is supposed to enhance and increase muscle function and body composition in response
to high intensity resistance exercise. All this and it is supposed to happen regardless of
your training level.
The recommended dosage on this product is to take 4 capsules, 3 times per day with
meals. The capsules come in either 60 or 120 per bottles which means you either get 5 or
10 days worth of the supplement for your money, depending on what size bottle you buy.
This stuff ain't cheap either. The last time I was at GNC it was between $45 and $90 per
bottle depending on what size you bought.