Intra-Workout EAAs
Provides essential amino acids during training when protein intake is low.
Educational only — not medical advice. BodEvo summarizes research cautiously and labels estimates as estimates. Talk to a physician or registered dietitian before starting any supplement, diet, or training program.
What the evidence says
Moderate benefit when protein intake is genuinely low. Low benefit otherwise.
Typical dose & timing
Dose: 8–15 g EAAs
Timing: Pre/intra-workout.
Role in a stack
Amino acid coverage.
Redundancy check: Usually unnecessary if total daily protein is sufficient.
Cautions & safety
Redundant if daily protein is already adequate.
Generally safe.
Best for
fasted training · low total protein intake
References
- Essential amino acids and muscle protein recovery from resistance exercise. American Journal of Physiology - Endocrinology and Metabolism (2002)
Essential amino acids (EAAs) stimulate muscle protein synthesis. Most relevant when total protein intake is low; low priority when daily protein needs are already met.
Use it in the app: open the Supplement Library and Stack Builder — free, local-first, no account required.