Bull & BarbellBull's Picks
The few supplements Bull actually recommends, picked against his buying rules. Not for the lowest price.
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- MUST-BUY
Creatine
Thorne Creatine
Plain creatine monohydrate, nothing added.
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Whey protein
Thorne Whey Protein Isolate
Isolate, no proprietary blend.
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Vitamin D3
Thorne Vitamin D-1,000
Simple D3, 1,000 IU per serving.
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Omega-3
Thorne Super EPA
EPA + DHA clearly listed on the label.
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Magnesium
Thorne Magnesium Bisglycinate
Glycinate form, not oxide.
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Beta-alanine
NOW Sports Beta-Alanine (750 mg capsules)
Contains CarnoSyn; listed as Informed Sport certified.
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Electrolytes
Bull's electrolyte drink mix
For long, hot or very sweaty sessions.
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Caffeine
Lavazza Super Crema (whole bean espresso)
Skip the pre-workout: an Arabica-Robusta blend for a solid kick per cup.
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Why no pick?
- Citrulline — Mixed evidence, not worth a separate tub.
- Mass gainer — Make your own shake.
- Ashwagandha — Only after talking to your doctor.
- BCAAs, glutamine, test boosters, fat burners — Bull doesn't recommend buying them.
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This page is for education and entertainment only and is not medical advice. Supplements can interact with medication and health conditions. Talk to a doctor or qualified professional before starting any supplement, especially if you are pregnant, under 18, or have a medical condition.