1. Muscle Growth & Recovery
• Leucine activates the mTOR pathway, which stimulates muscle protein synthesis.
2. Reduces Muscle Breakdown
• Helps preserve lean muscle during intense training or calorie deficits.
3. Decreases Exercise Fatigue
• May delay central fatigue during prolonged workouts by reducing serotonin production in the brain.
4. Supports Recovery
• Reduces muscle soreness (DOMS) after strenuous exercise, especially resistance training.
5. Improves Endurance
• Supports sustained performance during long workouts or endurance events.