Let's get something clear from the start: do you have to take supplements while following these workout plans? No. Will not taking supplements mean poor results? Absolutely not! But even if you're training hard and your diet's great, you can always use a little more help to pack on muscle mass, burn fat and protect your body from the rigours of strenuous exercise. That's where supplements come in.
Trouble is, they can be confusing, especially when every supplier claims that its particular brand is the best. But you don't require a degree in chemistry to understand what you're putting into your body. You