BCAA stands for branched chain amino acids and includes the amino acids L-Leucin, L-Isoleucin and L-Valin.

The body cannot form BCAAs and is therefore dependant on external sources. BCAA’s play an important role in the muscle metabolism and are especially important for people who wish to achieve muscle growth or increased endurance.

More than 35% of the muscle consists of BCAA’s, which makes them essential in order to maintain or increase muscle tissue. Without sufficient BCAA’s, the muscle tissue will actually decrease. For best results, BCAA’s should be taken immediately after training.