Overview of Ultimate Nutrition ZMA (90 Caps) @ Herc's - $28.99

Tired of being tired? Do you find yourself tossing and turning trying to fall asleep at night? Do you feel like no matter how many hours of sleep you get, you still do not feel rested?

        ZMA is an over the counter supplement that consists of aspartate and methionine forms of zinc, magnesium and vitamin B6. It is sold at both Herc’s locations; Bunting rd. and James St. as well as the online store. It is proven to help people get to sleep faster. Getting a good night’s sleep is crucial for muscular growth and recovery.

ZMA has been proven to naturally induce a higher frequency of REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep among athletes, bodybuilders and fitness enthusiasts. REM is characterized as a “Deep” sleep and is the fifth and final stage in a sleep cycle. In this stage, anabolic hormones are produced at a higher rate, increasing muscular growth, as well as rate of recovery. A sleep cycle consists of 5 stages, lasting one to one and a half hours. Not only does ZMA help you get to sleep faster, it also helps you stay asleep preventing the disruption of a sleep cycle. This will help maximize the amount of REM sleep you get on any given night; leaving you feeling rested, refreshed and ready to hit the gym. Hercs sells ZMA at 28.99+HST for 90 capsules; a 30 serving supply for men, and 45 servings for women.

      Aside from improving your gains, including minerals such a zinc and magnesium are part of a healthy lifestyle. Mineral deficiencies have shown to decrease immune function, testosterone levels, bone strength, nerve impulse strength and even impair the liver’s ability to function properly.


-Mike Kar