FST-7 Tip: How can glycerol help with muscle pumps during dieting?

Aug 14, 2023

By Nutrition Monsters

FST-7 Tip: Hoe kan glycerol helpen bij spierpompen tijdens het dieet?

This article addresses one of the most fascinating topics in the bodybuilding and fitness world: maintaining a full, three-dimensional look when you are deep in a calorie and carbohydrate deficit. Without intervention, you often look flat, thin, and empty while cutting.

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The secret behind a 3D muscle pump without carbohydrates: Why glycerol is essential during cutting

Anyone who has seriously dieted down knows the frustrating phenomenon: your body fat percentage drops, but your muscles feel 'flat', empty, and lifeless. In the mirror, you look more shrunken than muscular. This 'flat' feeling is caused by an acute lack of carbohydrates. Carbohydrates are stored in the muscles as glycogen, and each gram of glycogen pulls about 3 to 4 grams of water into the muscle cell. Fewer carbohydrates simply mean less muscle volume and difficult pumps in the gym.

However, if you are aiming for an extremely dry physique, you can’t just increase your carbohydrates for a better pump. That would immediately slow down your fat burning. The 22-time Olympia-winning coach Hany Rambod uses a specific secret from elite sports for this: hyperhydration through liquid glycerol.

Why glycerol is an absolute gamechanger during your diet

Glycerol has the unique property of powerfully absorbing water and forcing it into the bloodstream and muscle cells, completely without the help of carbohydrates. This allows you to create that coveted, three-dimensional muscle volume and maximum fullness without consuming extra calories or sugars.

The secret of the competition shape

Those who are extremely deep in a calorie deficit or preparing for a photoshoot or competition often complain that they can no longer get a pump in the gym. Due to the low carbohydrate intake, the muscle is simply 'dehydrated'. Glycerol solves this problem immediately. It pulls fluid into the muscle, maximizes cell volume, and ensures that you—despite your low-carb diet—train with veins about to burst and a pump that feels like you’ve eaten hundreds of grams of rice.

The ultimate liquid pump: Evogen EVP AQ

In the fitness world, you find many glycerol supplements in powder form (such as glycerol monostearate). The downside is that it dissolves poorly, clumps quickly, and often causes mild stomach discomfort. Hany Rambod solved this by developing Evogen EVP AQ: a premium, liquid pure glycerol (as GlycoSpan™).

EVP AQ is designed for pure hyperhydration. Because it is a liquid, it is absorbed directly and without barriers by the body. It drives water straight to the working muscles to maximize muscle cell volume, delay muscle fatigue, and achieve an unprecedented pump, without stimulants like caffeine. This also makes it perfect for evening workouts.

How to maximize the effect of glycerol?

Glycerol works like a sponge: it needs water to perform its magic. If you take glycerol without drinking extra fluids, it won’t work and can even feel uncomfortable.

The Hydration Law: Take your dose of Evogen EVP AQ about 30 to 45 minutes before your workout and immediately drink a large bottle of water (at least 500-750 ml) with it.
The Ultimate Combination: Want to boost the pump even more? Then combine EVP AQ with the essential amino acids from Evogen Amino KEM or a scoop of EVP 3D pre-workout. This not only optimizes fluid balance but also the transport of amino acids and electrolytes to the hydrating muscle cells for maximum recovery.

FAQ

What exactly does glycerol do to my muscles during training?

Glycerol increases the osmotic pressure in your body, temporarily retaining extra fluid in the plasma (blood) and deep inside the muscle cells. During training, this increased fluid volume creates extreme pressure on the muscle walls (the fascia), resulting in a massive muscle pump, improved muscle endurance, and a fuller appearance.

Does glycerol not make me feel 'moist' or soft under the skin?

No, quite the opposite. Many people confuse fluid retention under the skin (extracellular fluid) with fluid inside the muscle cell (intracellular fluid). Glycerol actually forces water out of the spaces under the skin and pulls it into the bloodstream and muscle cells. As a result, you often look more vascular (more veins visible) and harder, rather than soft or swollen.

Can I combine Evogen EVP AQ with a pre-workout that contains caffeine?

Yes, that works perfectly. Evogen EVP AQ is completely stimulant-free (stim-free), which means you can safely stack it with a stim pre-workout like EVP Xtreme 3D for both extreme mental energy and a brutal physical pump. Do you train late in the evening? Then mix EVP AQ with a stim-free product like EVP 3D to protect your sleep quality.

How quickly does glycerol work and when should I take it?

Glycerol needs some time to be fully absorbed by the digestive system and to increase the fluid volume in your bloodstream. The ideal timing is to take your Evogen EVP AQ dose 30 to 45 minutes before your first training set, along with a generous amount of water.

Is glycerol safe to use daily during a heavy cut?

Yes, glycerol is a completely safe and natural ingredient for healthy athletes. Because it optimizes the hydration status of your cells, it actually protects your body against dehydration and performance loss during intense training in a calorie deficit. Just make sure not to exceed the recommended dosage on the packaging to avoid mild stomach discomfort.