SKULL LABS® Monster Mass 7 kg

SKULL LABS MONSTER MASS supplement is a product created for people who love uncompromising and exhausting workouts! The product is a combination of complete protein with carbohydrates, enriched with a number of valuable components, such as amino acids, DAA, HMB, and fenugreek seed extract. The proposed formula has been prepared to maximize the effects of working on a muscular and athletic physique. The product provides a solid portion of calories, which will make it easier to meet dietary assumptions and support the efforts to achieve the set goal. Gainer is available in the form of an easily soluble powder, which enables the preparation of shakes in exceptionally delicious flavours. Become a real monster with SKULL LABS MONSTER MASS!

What are the benefits of SKULL LABS MONSTER MASS ingredients?

• Gainer enriched with many valuable ingredients - complex formula that doesn't require investing in additional half-measures and provides multidimensional support!
• Each serving provides as much as 48 g of wholesome protein - a composition of as many as 5 different protein sources with diversified kinetics of absorption, which ensures access to essential building materials and valuable amino acids for the muscles
• Proteins support the growth and maintenance of muscle mass and contribute to maintaining healthy bones^[1,2,3,4,5]
• Protein is a rich source of essential amino acids^[1,4]
• A single serving contains up to 54g of carbohydrates, which have a valuable effect on glycogen resynthesis and support proper muscle function after prolonged and exhausting exercise^[1,3,5,6,7]
• The combination of protein and carbohydrates is beneficial for physically active individuals, especially during resistance training and strength and endurance exercises^[1,5]
• Creatine supports an increase in physical performance for short-term and intense exercise and may prove helpful when working to increase muscle mass, improve strength, and other exercise parameters, among other things^[1,3,8,9,10]
• HMB supplementation may be helpful in the context of working on lean muscle mass and athletic physique^[1,11,12]
• The use of DAA in the daily diet is presumed to be helpful for fertility and semen issues (e.g., sperm count and motility)^[13]
• L-ornithine may prove valuable for reducing cortisol, a stress hormone^[14]
• L-arginine affects blood flow and nitric oxide levels, which may have beneficial effects e.g. on blood pressure or exercise capacity^[15,16]
• Taurine is a non-protein amino acid that has been attributed with positive effects against oxidative stress^[1,17]
• Fenugreek seed extract may find use in the context of supporting libido, sexual performance, and glycemia^[18,19,20]

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Product is recommended for adults performing high intensity exercise. Creatine increases physical performance in successive bursts of short-term, high intensity exercise. The beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 3 g of creatine.

D-aspartic acid (DAA) an amino acid naturally formed in the human body, as a result of the conversion of L-aspartic acid that occurs in the testicles, hypothalamus and pituitary gland. In 2010, scientists from Naples conducted a study on a male group which was supplemented with D-aspartic acid. They noted 40% higher concentration of testosterone than in placebo group.

Fenugreek extract used by men worldwide to help increase lean muscle mass and jumpstart their energy, libido, and performance when used as part of a regular strength training routine.

L-arginine is a precursor to ornithine, which can be converted back to arginine in the body. L-arginine in the body is involved in many metabolic processes, it is used, among others, in the synthesis of creatine and nitric oxide (NO). Nitric oxide causes the increase of blood vessels lumen by relaxing smooth muscles and reduction of the "viscosity" of vascular wall, thereby increasing the supply of oxygen and nutrients to the working muscles achieving greater pumps.

L-ornithine is considered to be a powerful rejuvenator. It is the most potent of all the amino acids that have been studied relating to the stimulation and production of HGH from the pituitary gland.

HMB is a metabolite of L-leucine that is produced in the body through oxidation of the ketoacid of L-leucine (α-ketoisocaproic acid). HMB is responsible for decreasing protein breakdown during resistance training. Since only a small fraction of L-leucine is metabolized into HMB, active concentrations of the compound in blood and muscle can only be achieved by supplementing HMB directly.

Creatine improves physical performance, increases the levels of phosphocreatine in the muscles, which directly increases the body’s energy reserves for the duration of intensive weight training.

Taurine is a non-protein sulphur amino that has antioxidative properties, protecting the muscles from the effects of free radicals, that is, the “oxidative stress” occurring after a high intensity and long-term physical effort. This amino acid also boosts the transportation of active elements to the muscles by modulating the effect of insulin.


Ingredients: protein complex [whey protein concentrate (from milk), whey protein isolate (from milk), hydrolysed whey protein isolate (from milk), hydrolysed casein (from milk)], carbohydrate complex (maltodextrin, glucose), cocoa¹, taurine, D-aspartic acid (DAA), calcium β-hydroxy-β-methylbutyrate (Ca HMB), creatine monohydrate, L-arginine, L-ornithine, fenugreek seed extract (Trigonella foenum-graecum L.), thickener (xanthan gum), red beet juice concentrate^7,10, flavourings, colour/s (E150c^1,2,3, E160a^3,4, E141⁹).

Recommended use: Mix ~2 scoops of powder (120 g) with 200 ml of water or skimmed milk. Use 1 serving 3 times a day (before workout, immediately after workout and between meals).

Warnings: Do not use if you are allergic to any of the supplement compounds. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Food supplements should not be used instead of a varied, well-balanced diet. Made in a plant that also processes soy, egg, peanuts, nuts and wheat products. Do not use if pregnant or nursing. A varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are recommended. After supplement consumption weight increase, may be observed. Keep out of reach of young children. Shake the package well before use. This product is sold by weight not volume. Some settling of powder may occur during shipping and handling, which may affect density of powder. This product contains the serving indicated when measured exactly by weight.

Flavours: Chocolate¹, Chocolate with hazelnut², Toffee³, Banana⁴, Vanilla⁵, Vanilla-almond⁶, Strawberry⁷, White chocolate coconut⁸, Pistachio ice cream⁹, Raspberry¹⁰, Cookies with Cream¹¹, Snikers¹², Bunty¹³, Coffee frappe¹⁴.

SKULL LABS® Monster Mass. Food supplement

Best before end, batch number (see on the front of the container). Store in a dry place, at room temperature (15-25°C). Protect against light. Do not freeze.