Analysing your goal
33%
of supplements have strong clinical evidence
33%
of supplements have strong clinical evidence
Reviewing evidence and comparing prices across Australian retailersβ¦
Start with the top pick, then add the supporting recommendations if they fit your budget and routine. 3 with strong evidence, 1 moderate.
Creatine is the gold standard for muscle building and strength gains.
4 supplementsΒ· cheapest tracked option per supplement
3β5g daily as creatine monohydrate, taken any time of day with food. No loading phase needed. Consistency matters more than timing.
$0.15
/serve
20β40g whey protein powder mixed with water or milk, consumed within 2 hours post-workout. If training twice daily, take a second serve 4β6 hours after the first workout.
$1.06
/serve
3.2β6.4g daily split into 2β3 doses (e.g., 2g three times daily), taken 30 minutes before your main workout. Consistency over 4+ weeks is essential for benefits to appear.
$0.16
/serve
5β10g total BCAAs (with emphasis on leucine, the key trigger for muscle protein synthesis) taken during or immediately after your workout. If you're already consuming 30β40g whey protein post-workout, BCAAs are redundant.
$0.30
/serve
Also recommended
When to take each supplement for best results
Whey Protein Powder
within 2 hours post-workout
Beta-Alanine
30 minutes before workout
BCAAs
during or after workout
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Creatine Monohydrate
daily, timing doesn't matter