Competitive Edge Labs MPC-185 Patented DL-185 Dileucine Peptide 90 Capsules
MPC-185 contains a state-of-the-art research grade peptide, DL-185™, a patented Dileucine Peptide, that been shown in clinical studies to promote 159% greater activation of muscle protein synthesis (MPS) and to boost lower body strength, total strength, & lower body reps to failure.
MPC-185 is a groundbreaking pro-anabolic and anti-catabolic agent that is perfect for bodybuilders, athletes, and fitness enthusiasts that want to build lean muscle, increase strength, and improve recovery.
Dileucine is a peptide consisting of two leucine molecules chemically bonded to one another that get into the bloodstream intact and can boost protein synthesis better than regular leucine – and we don’t mean just a ‘little better’ either!
Benefits of Taking Competitive Edge Labs MPC-185
- Build More Lean Muscle
- Increase Strength & Endurance
- Improve Recovery Times
- Greater Protein Synthesis
159% Greater Activation of Muscle Protein Synthesis
In a groundbreaking study, subjects who consumed 2,000 mg. of DL-185™, the same dosage found in MPC-185, demonstrated a 159% greater activation of muscle protein synthesis compared to baseline and 60% greater than regular leucine.
Research Trials
Researchers set out to answer that question in a 10-week resistance training clinical study and the results were incredible! Researchers tested lower body strength, total strength, lower body reps to failure, and total reps to failure. There were three groups tested – one group that took 2,000 mg. of DL-185™, one group that took Leucine, and a third that took a placebo.
The results were outstanding:
- More Total Strength: Subjects taking DL-185™ significantly increased total max strength by 144% as compared to placebo (DL-185™ 154 lbs. vs Placebo 63 lbs.)
- More Lower Body Strength: Subjects significantly increased their lower body max strength by 189% compared to placebo (DL-185™ 133 lbs. vs. Placebo 46 lbs.). So, if legs are your lagging body-part or if you have trouble gaining leg strength, meet your new workout partner, MPC-185™!
- More Reps Than Leucine: Subjects taking DL-185™ significantly increased leg press repetitions to failure by 220% compared to leucine (DL-185™ 16 extra reps vs leucine 5 extra reps).
Can you imagine the potential for growth if you could add 16 extra reps to key mass building exercises?
Study #1:
In a double-blind, randomized, crossover study published in 2021 in the Journal of Applied Physiology, researchers found that DL-185™ is more effective at stimulating muscle protein synthesis than leucine in healthy young males.
- Study: Dileucine Ingestion Is More Effective than Leucine in Stimulating Muscle Protein Turnover in Young Males: A Double Blind Randomized Controlled Trial (Paulussen, Kevin J.M., et al.)
- Study Type: Double-blind, randomized, crossover study.
- Study Objective: To assess the effects of dileucine and leucine ingestion on the modulation of muscle protein synthesis and protein breakdown rates in healthy young adults.
- Participants: 10 healthy, recreationally active males
- Results: Dileucine increased muscle protein synthesis by 159% compared to baseline and 60% more than leucine.
The significance of this study is that leucine has long been considered the amino acid trigger for increased muscle protein synthesis (MPS), so for Dileucine to increase MPS 60% more than leucine is phenomenal and supported the idea that Dileucine may have incredible potential for supporting lean muscle, strength, improved performance, & enhanced recovery.
Study #2:
A randomized double-blind placebo controlled study that was originally presented at the 2023 International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN) conference was recently published in the prestigious journal PLOS One. This may not mean anything to the average person who is not familiar with these terms, but to anyone that is, they know how significant that this is.
PLOS One is a peer-reviewed open access scientific journal that prioritizes research with strong methodology and high ethical standards, not just groundbreaking findings and all articles undergo a thorough peer review process.
This study validates earlier findings that demonstrated DL-185™ has superior effects compared to leucine for increased muscle protein synthesis (MPS) and adds to the growing evidence showing DL-185’s role in supporting muscle, strength, and performance.
- Study: Dileucine ingestion, but not leucine, increases lower body strength and performance following resistance training: A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial (Hagle, et. al 24)
- Study Type: Randomized, double-blind placebo control human trial.
- Study Objective: Examine Dileucine’s effects on resistance training adaptations
- Study Duration: 10 weeks
- Study Participants: 32 resistance-trained males
Study Design:
The researchers employed a robust 10 week design that divided the participants into three groups:
- Dileucine group: 2 grams DL-185 dileucine
- Leucine group: 2 grams leucine
- Placebo group: 2 grams resistant starch
This three-way comparison model allowed researchers to determine not only if Dileucine was effective, but also how it compared to traditional leucine supplementation.
The double-blind nature of the study means that neither the participants nor the researchers knew which supplement they were receiving, thereby eliminating any potential bias.
Participant Characteristics:
This study consisted of 32 resistance trained males with the following characteristics:
- Average age: 28 years old (+/- range 6 years)
- Average height: approximately 5’8 to 5’10 (+/- range of 2.9 inches)
- Average weight: 175.7 lbs. (+/- range of 27.6 lbs.)
- Average body mass index (BMI): 25.7 (+/- 3.9 kg/ m²)
- Average body fat percentage: 19% (+/- range of 5.7%)
- Minimum training experience: All participants had at least 1 year of prior resistance training experience. This was verified by the requirement of participants to meet specific strength training markers.
- Participants were required to discontinue all ergogenic nutritional supplements except for multi-vitamins/minerals for at least 30 days before and after the study and during the study.
- Participant candidates that reported using any anabolic-androgenic steroids within the prior 12 months were excluded from the study.
This is all very significant because this criteria was designed to reflect the most accurate comparison to the average weight training & fitness minded supplement user.
Training Regimen:
The training program was rigorously designed to ensure consistency across all three groups.
- 4 training sessions per week
- Split body routine targeting all major muscle groups
- 3-4 sets per exercise
- 6-10 reps per set
- 70%-85% of one-rep maximum intensity range
This protocol was followed for the entire 10 week period and researchers monitored participant compliance.
Key Strength-Related Findings:
The study demonstrated several significant outcomes:
- Leg Press Strength: The dileucine group showed significantly greater increases in leg press one rep max compared to placebo. The difference was dramatic, with a 95% confidence interval of 5.8 to 73.2 kg. improvements.
- Muscular Endurance: The dileucine group showed greater improvements in leg press repetitions to failure compared to the leucine group. The endurance improvements ranged from 0.58 to 20.3 additional reps.
- Total Strength: The dileucine group showed greater increases in total strength (leg press + bench press) compared to placebo. The improvements showed a 95% confidence interval of 6.8 to 75.9 kg.
This double-blind randomized placebo controlled study demonstrated both the effectiveness of DL-185™ and that it outperforms traditional leucine supplementation. This is significant because leucine has long been considered the gold standard for amino acid muscle protein synthesis activation!
Leucine – the ‘Anabolic Trigger’ – What does this mean?
Muscle protein is in a constant process of being continuously broken down and resynthesized. Muscle building takes place when the rate of muscle protein synthesis exceeds the rate of muscle protein breakdown. One specific amino acid – L-Leucine is the most powerful and has long been regarded as an anabolic trigger – turning on muscle protein synthesis.
This is why leucine is considered the amino acid gold standard as a baseline comparison for how well other ingredients activate muscle protein synthesis, and why DL-185™ being shown in clinical studies to increase muscle protein synthesis 60% more than leucine is remarkable!
Directions & Dosage
On training days, take 3 capsules 30-60 minutes prior to working out or immediately after training. On non-training days, take 3 capsules in the morning. It is important to consume adequate protein intake in order to get the best possible results from your training regimen. The role of MPC-185 is to increase muscle protein synthesis – which is the process by which your muscles repair themselves & grow!
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