MET-Rx Hardcore HMB (120 Caps) HMB is ideal to be used by all athletes wanting to gain lean muscle size & strength, including bodybuilders, rugby players, sprinters & other strength athletes. HMB is also used widely by endurance athletes such as runners, cyclists & triathletes, as it reduces muscle damage following long periods of exercise, & can speed up recovery between training sessions. Benefits of using Met-Rx HMB include: Gain muscle mass whilst losing fat Rapid recovery from extreme workout Can improve sporting performance What is HMB? HMB is short for beta-hydroxy beta-methylburate. It is a new & exciting supplement that is one of the most popular bodybuilding supplements today. MET-Rx HMB is a metabolite of leucine, one of the bodys essential amino acids. There are small amounts of HMB present in many foods, primarily catfish, grapefruit & alfalfa. What Does MET-Rx HMB Do? Met-Rx HMB plays a role in the synthesis of muscle tissue. It has the ability to burn fat & build consistently in response to exercise. Minimising Protein Breakdown MET-Rx HMB prevents muscle tissue breakdown that can occur subsequent to strenuous exercise & therefore boosts strength levels & enhances gains in muscle size. It assists the body minimising protein breakdown that can occur subsequent to intense exercise. By doing so, MET-Rx HMB has been shown to help the sportsmen & sportswomen recover faster from exercise, which leads to greater gains in muscle size & strength. Who Needs MET-Rx HMB? Anyone looking to build strength & help trim extra fat through diet, exercise & supplementation.