Addict BCAA 10:1:1 Hardcore Recharge

How Hardcore Recharge BCAA 10:1:1 by Addict Sport Nutrition supports your objectives

💥 7g of leucine per serving — maximum mTOR activation Leucine is the primary activator of mTOR (mammalian target of rapamycin), the central signalling pathway that initiates muscle protein synthesis. Research identifies a leucine threshold of approximately 2 to 3g per serving as the minimum required to maximally stimulate mTOR. At 7g per serving, Hardcore Recharge operates well above this threshold, providing a powerful and sustained anabolic signal with every dose. The 10:1:1 ratio reflects a deliberate prioritisation of leucine over the conventional 2:1:1 distribution used in most BCAA products.

🛡️ Anti-catabolic protection during and after training During intense exercise, the body can break down muscle protein as an energy substrate when glycogen stores are depleted. BCAAs — and leucine in particular — compete with this catabolic process by providing readily available amino acids as an alternative energy source and by directly inhibiting the proteolytic pathways responsible for muscle breakdown. Consuming Hardcore Recharge during or immediately after training maintains a protective amino acid environment in muscle tissue precisely when catabolism risk is highest.

🔄 Accelerated muscle recovery between sessions The combination of leucine-driven protein synthesis activation and anti-catabolic protection creates conditions for faster muscle repair between training sessions. Athletes who train at high frequency (5 to 6 sessions per week) or who perform double sessions benefit most from this dual mechanism, as the reduction in muscle damage accumulation directly supports training quality in subsequent sessions.

⚡ Vitamin B6 for protein metabolism and fatigue reduction Each 10g serving contains 2mg of vitamin B6 (pyridoxine), which contributes to normal protein and glycogen metabolism, normal energy-yielding metabolism and the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. Vitamin B6's role as a coenzyme in amino acid metabolism makes it a directly relevant addition to a leucine-heavy BCAA formula, supporting the efficient utilisation of the amino acids delivered per serving.

💧 Ultra-clean, calorie-light format for any training goal At 34 kcal per 10g serving with zero sugar, zero fat and zero carbohydrates, Hardcore Recharge adds virtually nothing to the daily caloric budget while delivering 8.4g of pure amino acids. This makes it suitable across all training objectives — mass gain, cutting, recomposition and endurance — without requiring any nutritional calculation or adjustment.

🎯 Goal guide

🏋️ Mass gain: 1 serving during or post-workout. Maximises leucine-driven muscle protein synthesis alongside caloric surplus diet.

🔥 Weight loss / cutting: 1 serving during training. Anti-catabolic protection during caloric deficit, near-zero calories.

⚖️ Body recomposition: 1 serving during or post-workout. Supports muscle retention while managing body composition.

Serving suggestion

Mix 4 level scoops (10g total) in 200 to 300ml of cold water. Shake well in a shaker bottle until fully dissolved. Consume during and/or immediately after training. Do not exceed the recommended daily serving. Not recommended for children, adolescents, pregnant or breastfeeding women, or people with hypersensitivity to any ingredient in the formula.

Best times to enjoy it

🏋️ During training (intra-workout) The primary use case: sipping Hardcore Recharge throughout a training session maintains elevated plasma BCAA levels continuously, providing both an anti-catabolic amino acid pool and an ongoing leucine signal for protein synthesis during the effort itself.

⚡ Immediately post-workout Consuming the full 10g serving in the 30 to 45 minutes following training ensures leucine is available at peak muscle sensitivity for protein synthesis, making it effective as a standalone recovery stimulus or as a complement to a post-workout protein shake.

🌅 Pre-workout (fasted training) For athletes who train fasted in the morning, taking Hardcore Recharge before the session provides a protective amino acid pool that reduces the accelerated catabolism associated with training without prior food intake.

📅 On rest days (optional) A serving on non-training days contributes to maintaining plasma BCAA availability during recovery, particularly for athletes training at very high frequency where muscle repair is ongoing between sessions.

Daily protein target reminder

BCAAs are not a substitute for total daily protein intake. Hardcore Recharge is most effective when used alongside a complete protein-rich diet that meets total daily amino acid requirements. Current sports nutrition science recommends 1.6 to 2.2g of protein per kg of body weight per day for active individuals. For vegan athletes, targeting the upper end (1.8 to 2.2g/kg) is advised.

Goal-specific guidance

For mass gain: Use Hardcore Recharge intra-workout to maintain continuous leucine availability during training, then follow with a full protein serving (whey or plant protein) post-workout for complete amino acid coverage. The BCAA's leucine-mTOR activation effect is amplified when followed by a complete protein source containing all essential amino acids.

For weight loss and cutting: Hardcore Recharge is one of the most valuable supplements during a caloric deficit because it provides targeted anti-catabolic protection at near-zero caloric cost. Take during training — when catabolism risk from glycogen depletion and cortisol elevation is highest — to actively protect lean muscle mass throughout the cutting phase.

🏅 Sport Nutrition "Did you know?"

The 10:1:1 ratio of Hardcore Recharge is not a marketing number — it reflects a specific hypothesis about leucine thresholds in protein synthesis. Standard 2:1:1 BCAA products were designed to approximate the BCAA ratio found in whey protein. The 10:1:1 ratio, by contrast, is designed to maximise the leucine content per gram of BCAA consumed, based on the finding that leucine concentration — not the overall BCAA ratio — is the primary driver of mTOR activation. Whether 7g of leucine from a 10:1:1 BCAA produces a stronger anabolic stimulus than 3.5g of leucine from a 2:1:1 BCAA taken at the same total BCAA dose remains an active area of research, but the physiological rationale for prioritising leucine is well-established.

Full ingredient list

L-leucine, acidifier (citric acid), L-isoleucine, L-valine, flavouring, sweetener (sucralose), vitamin B6.

Key ingredient breakdown

Allergens and certifications

Allergens: No major allergens in the formula. Manufactured in a facility that also processes milk, gluten, egg, soy, crustaceans, fish, tree nuts and peanuts. Always refer to the product label for the most current allergen information.

Product characteristics:

• Zero sugar
• Zero fat
• Zero carbohydrates
• No aspartame — sweetened with sucralose only
• Suitable for vegans and vegetarians (all ingredients are plant-derived or synthetic)
• Not recommended for children, adolescents, pregnant or breastfeeding women

Nutritional values per serving

Active ingredient profile per serving

Leucine ratio breakdown

Bottle duration guide

Q1 — Why choose a 10:1:1 ratio over the standard 2:1:1? The 2:1:1 ratio approximates the natural BCAA distribution in whey protein and covers all three BCAAs in balanced proportions. The 10:1:1 ratio prioritises leucine specifically, based on its role as the primary trigger of mTOR-mediated muscle protein synthesis. With 7g of leucine per serving, Hardcore Recharge provides a leucine dose that strongly and repeatedly activates the protein synthesis pathway with every use. Athletes who already consume adequate isoleucine and valine through their diet and protein supplements may benefit more from the concentrated leucine stimulus of a 10:1:1 product than from a balanced 2:1:1 BCAA.

Q2 — Can I take Hardcore Recharge instead of a protein powder? No. BCAAs are not a substitute for total daily protein intake. Hardcore Recharge provides only three amino acids (leucine, isoleucine and valine) and does not contain a complete essential amino acid profile. For muscle protein synthesis to proceed fully, all nine essential amino acids must be available. Hardcore Recharge is most effective as a training-time supplement used alongside a complete protein source (whey, plant protein) that provides the full amino acid spectrum. Think of it as a leucine amplifier, not a protein replacement.

Q3 — Is Hardcore Recharge suitable for vegans? Yes. L-leucine, L-isoleucine and L-valine used in this formula are produced through a fermentation process using plant-derived substrates, making them vegan-compatible. The formula contains no animal-derived ingredients and is suitable for vegan and vegetarian athletes. Always verify with the product label for the most current information, as manufacturing processes can evolve.

Q4 — When is the best time to take Hardcore Recharge? The most evidence-supported timing is during and/or immediately after training. Intra-workout use maintains continuous leucine availability throughout the session, providing both energy substrate and anti-catabolic protection. Post-workout use delivers a concentrated leucine stimulus at peak muscle anabolic sensitivity. Pre-workout use (particularly for fasted training) reduces catabolism risk when glycogen reserves are depleted. All three windows are valid; the choice depends on personal preference and training context.

Q5 — How many servings does the 300g bottle provide and how long does it last? At 10g per serving, the 300g bottle provides exactly 30 servings. At one serving per training day, this represents approximately 4 to 6 weeks of use for athletes training 5 to 6 times per week. For athletes training 3 to 4 times per week, one bottle provides 7 to 10 weeks of use.