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Supplement StackBeginnerMuscle Building

Beginner Bulk Stack

A simple, evidence-based stack for beginners targeting lean mass gains. Three products, all with Grade A evidence, no unnecessary complexity.

Estimated cost: $45–65/month

Stack Components

Role

Protein foundation

1 scoop (24g protein) post-workout

Within 60 min post-workout

Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey
Whey Blend

ON Gold Standard

9.2/10
Ingredient9.0
Dosing9.4
Transparency8.6
Value9.8
Informed Sport24g protein
Analysis

Role

Strength & power

5g/day

Any time, consistently

Thorne Creatine (Creapure)
Creatine · NSF

Thorne Creatine

9.4/10
Ingredient9.7
Dosing9.5
Transparency9.4
Value8.4
NSF CertifiedCreapure
Analysis

Role

Nutritional insurance

3 tablets/day with food

With largest meal

Optimum Nutrition Opti-Men Multivitamin
Multi · Men

Opti-Men

8.2/10
Ingredient8.4
Dosing8.0
Transparency8.4
Value8.0
cGMP75 nutrients
Analysis

Usage Notes

  • 01Creatine takes 3–4 weeks to fully saturate. Expect a 0.5–1kg scale increase from water — this is normal.
  • 02Whey protein supplements total protein, not replaces food. Hit 1.6g protein/kg bodyweight from all sources.
  • 03Multivitamin is optional if your diet is varied. Included here as baseline insurance for beginners learning to eat well.
  • 04Total stack cost: ~$45–65/month depending on retailer and size purchased.