Recon

MusclePharm

#Post-Workout

Safety75

Efficacy70

Transparency75

Based on Examine, Wikipedia, and 23 other sources

Overview

MusclePharm Recon contains several well-researched ingredients for post-workout recovery. However, the use of proprietary blends, particularly the 'Recon Muscle Rebuilding Proprietary Blend,' 'Muscle Extend Matrix,' and 'Anabolic Primer Matrix,' makes it impossible to determine the exact dosages of many key components, raising concerns about potential underdosing. While the overall concept is sound, the lack of transparency hinders a precise evaluation of its true effectiveness for specific ingredients like L-Arginine, Beta-Alanine, and Citrulline Malate, which need higher doses than appear to be present in the blends.

The Good

Comprehensive Post-Workout Recovery Formula: Combines carbohydrates, amino acids, and other recovery agents.

Effective Carbohydrate Blend: Maltodextrin and Dextrose for rapid glycogen replenishment.

Adequate BCAA Dosing: Provides a strong blend of L-Leucine, L-Isoleucine, and L-Valine at effective ratios for muscle protein synthesis.

The Bad

Extensive Proprietary Blends: Hides exact dosages of many ingredients, making efficacy assessment difficult.

Underdosed Key Ingredients in Blends: Some potentially beneficial ingredients (e.g., Citrulline Malate, Beta-Alanine, L-Arginine) are likely underdosed based on typical effective amounts and the blend sizes.

Magnesium in Oxide Form: Magnesium Oxide has poor bioavailability compared to other forms.