RECOVERY AMINOS
Enhanced Recovery • Sport Performance • Anabolic Support
RECOVERY AMINOS is a high-performance amino acid and recovery formula designed to accelerate muscle repair, support lean mass, and enhance training performance. It delivers a full-spectrum blend of essential amino acids, branched-chain amino acids, HMB, electrolytes, and performance ingredients to enhance recovery before, during, and after intense training.
Powered by clinically effective doses of leucine, HMB, ElectroPrime®, taurine, and L-carnitine L-tartrate, this formula supports muscle protein synthesis, hydration, cellular energy, and endurance, without unnecessary fillers or stimulants.
Key Benefits:
- Provides a complete EAA + BCAA profile to support muscle protein synthesis, recovery, and lean mass retention
- Delivers clinically relevant leucine and HMB to enhance anabolic signaling and reduce muscle breakdown
- Includes ElectroPrime® glycerol + electrolytes to support hydration, nerve signaling, and muscular performance during training
- Features taurine and DMAE to support endurance, energy metabolism, and neuromuscular function
- L-Carnitine L-Tartrate is added to boost anabolic signaling due to increased androgen receptor density.
- Huge dose of essential amino acids to support recovery without excess calories or sugar
- Designed for use intra-workout, post-workout, or between meals to maximize recovery and performance output
L-Leucine — 5,000 mg (per 2 scoops)
An essential branched-chain amino acid (BCAA) that serves as the primary activator of muscle protein synthesis via mTOR signaling.
- Stimulates muscle protein synthesis
- Supports lean mass maintenance during training or caloric restriction
- Reduces muscle protein breakdown post-exercise
- Enhances recovery signaling following resistance exercise
Acts as the anabolic trigger of the formula, reinforced by HMB to reduce catabolism and balanced by Isoleucine and Valine, with ElectroPrime® electrolytes supporting cellular signaling and hydration.
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HMB (as Calcium Hydroxy-β-Methylbutyrate) — 3,000 mg (per 2 scoops)
A leucine metabolite shown to reduce muscle protein breakdown and support recovery.
- Reduces exercise-induced muscle damage
- Supports strength and lean mass retention
- Improves recovery capacity under high training stress
- Helps preserve muscle during caloric deficit
Enhances leucine-driven anabolic signaling while Taurine, Carnitine, and electrolytes support cellular energy and recovery.
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L-Isoleucine — 2,500 mg (per 2 scoops)
A branched-chain amino acid involved in glucose uptake and muscular energy metabolism.
- Supports glucose utilization during exercise
- Contributes to muscle repair and recovery
- Helps maintain endurance and work capacity
- Supports metabolic efficiency in skeletal muscle
Balances Leucine and Valine while pairing with Carnitine and Taurine to support sustained energy output.
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L-Valine — 2,500 mg (per 2 scoops)
A branched-chain amino acid involved in nitrogen balance and endurance support.
- Supports muscle tissue repair
- Helps reduce central fatigue during prolonged training
- Contributes to nitrogen balance
- Supports overall recovery
Completes the BCAA matrix alongside Leucine and Isoleucine, and supports neuromuscular efficiency alongside electrolytes and DMAE.
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ElectroPrime® Electrolyte Complex — 3,000 mg (per 2 scoops)
A hydration and electrolyte system designed to support fluid balance, nerve transmission, and muscle contraction. Comprised of Glycerol, Magnesium Citrate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Citrate, Potassium Chloride, and Calcium Carbonate.
- Supports hydration and plasma volume
- Enhances endurance performance
- Supports nerve signaling and muscle contraction
- Helps maintain electrolyte balance during sweating
Optimizes cellular function and nutrient delivery for BCAAs, Taurine, and DMAE, improving performance and recovery.
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L-Carnitine L-Tartrate — 2,000 mg (per 2 scoops)
A bioavailable carnitine form involved in fatty acid transport into mitochondria, as well as androgen receptor density.
- Supports fatty acid oxidation and energy production
- Reduces markers of muscle damage
- Enhances recovery between sessions
- Supports endurance performance
Works alongside Leucine to augment anabolic signaling, and with Taurine and BCAAs to support mitochondrial efficiency and recovery without stimulant effects.
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Taurine — 2,000 mg (per 2 scoops)
A conditionally essential amino acid involved in cellular hydration and electrolyte balance.
- Supports muscle contractility
- Enhances endurance performance
- Helps regulate intracellular hydration
- Supports recovery from exercise stress
Enhances electrolyte function with ElectroPrime® and supports endurance alongside Carnitine and BCAAs.
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Dimethylaminoethanol (DMAE Bitartrate) — 1,500 mg (per 2 scoops)
A choline-related compound involved in acetylcholine synthesis and neuromuscular signaling.
- Supports neuromuscular function
- Enhances focus and coordination
- Supports training performance under fatigue
- Aids neural signaling
Pairs with electrolytes and BCAAs to support neuromuscular drive and focus during training
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L-Lysine HCl — 750 mg (per 2 scoops)
An essential amino acid required for protein synthesis and tissue repair.
- Supports muscle and connective tissue repair
- Contributes to collagen formation
- Supports immune protein synthesis
- Maintains nitrogen balance
Complements Methionine, Threonine, and Histidine to complete the EAA profile.
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L-Threonine — 250 mg (per 2 scoops)
An essential amino acid involved in protein synthesis and structural integrity.
- Supports muscle repair
- Contributes to connective tissue structure
- Supports immune protein synthesis
- Maintains nitrogen balance
Balances the EAA matrix supporting leucine-driven protein synthesis.
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L-Phenylalanine — 200 mg (per 2 scoops)
An essential amino acid and precursor to catecholamine neurotransmitters.
- Supports neurotransmitter synthesis
- Contributes to protein synthesis
- Supports cognitive drive
- Maintains nervous system function
Pairs with DMAE to support neural signaling without stimulant load.
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L-Tryptophan — 150 mg (per 2 scoops)
An essential amino acid and precursor to serotonin.
- Supports mood balance
- Helps regulate recovery and stress response
- Supports sleep quality post-exercise
- Contributes to protein synthesis
Balances excitatory amino acids and supports recovery with Taurine.
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L-Methionine — 150 mg (per 2 scoops)
An essential sulfur-containing amino acid involved in methylation and antioxidant pathways.
- Supports protein synthesis
- Contributes to antioxidant production
- Supports tissue regeneration
- Aids metabolic processes
Works with Lysine and Histidine to support structural protein formation.
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L-Histidine — 100 mg (per 2 scoops)
An essential amino acid involved in hemoglobin synthesis and pH buffering.
- Supports oxygen transport
- Contributes to muscle buffering capacity
- Supports recovery and endurance
- Plays a role in tissue repair
Complements BCAAs and electrolytes to support endurance and recovery.
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AstraGin® — 50 mg (per 2 scoops)
A patented botanical extract shown to enhance amino acid and nutrient absorption.
- Improves amino acid uptake
- Enhances nutrient bioavailability
- Supports gut transporter activity
- Increases formula efficiency
Enhances absorption of all amino acids and electrolytes in the formula.
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Synergy Overview
RECOVERY AMINOS is engineered to deliver maximum anabolic signaling, performance, and overall recovery from intense training.
Centered around leucine-driven anabolism, reinforced by HMB’s anti-catabolic effects, and completed by a full EAA spectrum to ensure no limiting amino acids restrict protein synthesis.
ElectroPrime® electrolytes and glycerol optimize hydration and cellular signaling, allowing amino acids to function efficiently during training.
Taurine and carnitine enhance mitochondrial performance and endurance, while DMAE supports neuromuscular drive and coordination.
AstraGin® ensures maximal absorption so the full dose delivers real physiological impact.
FAQ
Q: What’s the biggest difference between the old SYNTHEGEN and the new RECOVERY AMINOS formulas?
A: The new formula is built around a more complete recovery and performance framework, not just amino delivery.
While the old formula focused primarily on BCAAs, EAAs, and basic electrolytes, the updated formula adds HMB, taurine, DMAE, a glycerol-based electrolyte system, and AstraGin® to support muscle repair, hydration, neuromuscular function, and nutrient absorption at a higher level.
Q: How does the amino acid profile compare?
A: Both formulas deliver a full-spectrum EAA foundation, but the new formula places greater emphasis on leucine-driven anabolic signaling and anti-catabolic support.
Key upgrades in the new formula include:
- Higher-impact leucine-to-EAA signaling strategy
- Addition of HMB to reduce muscle protein breakdown
- Better balance between BCAAs and supporting EAAs for complete protein synthesis rather than partial coverage
The old formula supported recovery; the new formula is designed to actively protect muscle and enhance anabolism.
Q: Why was HMB added to the new formula?
A: HMB was added to address muscle breakdown and recovery capacity, especially during:
- High training volume
- Caloric deficits
- Intense endurance or hybrid training blocks
Unlike the old formula, which relied on amino availability alone, the new formula directly targets muscle protein breakdown, allowing athletes to recover faster and train more frequently.
Q: How has hydration and electrolyte support improved?
A: The old formula relied primarily on simple salt-based electrolytes.
The new formula introduces ElectroPrime®, which includes glycerol plus sodium, potassium, magnesium, and calcium to support:
- Cellular hydration
- Nerve signaling
- Muscle contraction
- Endurance output
This makes the new formula significantly more effective during training, not just after.
Q: What role do taurine and DMAE play in the new formula?
A: These ingredients were added to address performance factors the old formula did not cover:
- Taurine supports cellular hydration, endurance, and electrolyte balance
- DMAE supports neuromuscular signaling, coordination, and focus
Together, they help maintain performance quality late into training sessions, especially when fatigue sets in.
Q: Is the new formula better for intra-workout use?
A: Yes.
The addition of glycerol-based hydration, taurine, electrolytes, and neuromuscular support compounds makes the new formula far more suitable for during-training use, whereas the old formula functioned best primarily as an amino source.
Q: Does the new formula replace dietary protein or protein shakes?
A: No.
RECOVERY AMINOS is designed to complement dietary protein, not replace it.
It is best used to support protein synthesis signaling, hydration, and recovery timing, especially around training.
Q: Can I mix this with CARB FUEL?
A: Absolutely!
While it depends on macro and performance needs, the combination of RECOVERY AMINOS and CARB FUEL is a highly recommended and sought after combination that will maximize your training performance and overall recovery.
Q: Who should stack both products regularly?
A:
- Sport athletes
- High-performance endurance of hybrid athletes
- Physique athletes looking to maximize performance and recovery
- Anyone training over an hour at a time
USAGE STRATEGIES
Before Training
Goal: Prime hydration, amino availability, and neuromuscular readiness.
- 1 scoop RECOVERY AMINOS
- 1 scoop CARB FUEL (optional, depending on macro and performance needs)
- 15–30 minutes pre-training
Best for fasted training, early sessions, or when protein intake is delayed.
During Training
Goal: Prevent muscle protein breakdown, maintain hydration and amino acid availability, and performance output.
- 1-2 scoops RECOVERY AMINOS
- 1-2 scoops CARB FUEL (optional, depending on macro and performance needs)
- Sip throughout training
Especially effective for longer sessions, high-volume lifting, conditioning work, or intense hybrid style workouts.
After Training
Goal: Support recovery, muscle repair, and nervous system downregulation.
- 1 scoop RECOVERY AMINOS
- 1 scoop CARB FUEL (optional, depending on macro and performance needs)
- Consume 30-60 minutes before a whole-food meal or protein shake
- Ideal when appetite is suppressed or meals are delayed post-training.
Practical Use Recommendation
If the above strategy is too complex, simply mix 1-2 scoops (depending on body size and needs) of RECOVERY AMINOS with 1-2 scoops CARB FUEL (optional, depending on macro and performance needs) in 12-24oz water (possibly mixed with CARB FUEL), and begin supping on this mixture as soon as you finish your pre-workout ALPHAGEN and/or VOLUGEN.
Consume a majority of the mixture during training between sets. Finish whatever is remaining immediately after training. Resume normal eating within an hour after (via a protein shake or whole food protein-based meal).