Equine Muscle Building Supplements

Common Types of Equine Muscle Building Supplements

1. THE Muscle Mass™

Per 1,000 lb horse, as a top dress to the feed, give 1 level scoop per day. Recommended Dosing: Give 2 level scoops a day for the first 5 days, then 1 scoop a day thereafter. Active Ingredients: A Proprietary Blend of Soy Flour NGMO, L-Arginine, Flax Seed, Aloe, L-Glutamine.

2. Performance Builder™

Performance Builder™ promotes rapid, healthy muscle growth and development in horses of all ages including weanlings, yearlings, older horses, and pre-sale horses. Contains a balanced blend of gamma oryzanol, calcium HMB, l-leucine, methionine, and more to support muscle growth and overall .performance.

3. Muscle Force

Muscle Force creates more muscle tissue for more actual muscle power. 1 measuring scoop = 15 g. Maximum 120 g per horse per day.

4. Hulk® – Equine Muscle Building Supplement

If you want to help increase your horse’s appetite or provide additional support for muscle development it is perfectly safe to feed up to 4 scoops daily. Hulk is a combination of proteins designed to promote the development of lean muscle mass.

Key Ingredients in Equine Muscle Building Supplements

Protein Sources:

Whey protein isolate: whey protein isolate highly bioavailable protein

Soy flour: Plant-based protein source

Whey protein and other highly digestible protein sources for optimal bioavailability.

Amino Acids:

L-Arginine: Supports nitric oxide production and blood flow

L-Glutamine: Important for muscle recovery and immune function

L-Leucine: Branched-chain amino acid crucial for muscle protein synthesis

Essential amino acids Lysine, Threonine and Methionine, and branched chain amino acids to support muscle development. Equine Muscle Building Supplements

Performance Enhancers:

Gamma Oryzanol: Gamma Oryzanol. derived from rice bran, supports muscle development

HMB (β-Hydroxy β-Methylbutyrate): Reduces muscle breakdown

Tribulus fruit: tribulus fruit. traditional performance enhancer

Antioxidants:

Astaxanthin: algae extract rich in astaxanthin (9.35%). powerful antioxidant

Spirulina: spirulina. nutrient-dense algae

Typical Dosing Guidelines

Standard Dosing:

Most supplements are dosed based on a 1,000 lb horse as a standard

Recommended daily dosage for a 1,000 lb horse is 2 scoops, which is 2 servings.

Loading phase: Higher initial doses for first 5-7 days

Maintenance phase: Reduced daily dose thereafter

Administration Method:

Typically given as a top dress to regular feed

Can be mixed with grain or fed separately

Consistent daily administration is important

Benefits and Expected Results

Primary Benefits:

Muscle Development: Promotes lean muscle mass growth

Recovery Support: Aids in post-exercise recovery

Performance Enhancement: Optimized exercise capacity for proper performance over a period of time.

Appetite Stimulation: Some products help increase feed intake

Target Applications:

Performance horses in training

Young horses (weanlings, yearlings) for development

Senior horses needing muscle support

Recovery from injury or illness

Pre-sale preparation

Important Considerations

Nutritional Foundation:

Years of experience have shown that Cavalor Muscle Force will not achieve the intended results if. proper nutrition and feeding practices aren’t followed.

Age Considerations:

Products are available for horses of all ages, with specific formulations for:

Weanlings and yearlings

Adult performance horses

Senior horses

Safety and Usage Guidelines

Maximum Dosages:

Follow manufacturer’s recommendations

Maximum 120 g per horse per day (specific to Muscle Force)

Some products allow higher doses for additional support

Professional Consultation:

Consult with equine nutritionist or veterinarian

Consider horse’s current diet and supplement program

Monitor for any adverse reactions

Complementary Support

Additional Nutrients:

Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, Healthy Weight supports skin, coat, gastric and muscle health. For horses that need to gain weight, Healthy Weight provides calories in addition to forage.

Comprehensive Approach:

Many products combine muscle building with:

Joint support

Digestive health

Overall wellness

Antioxidant protection

Market Options

The equine supplement market offers numerous muscle building products from various manufacturers including:

Total Health Enhancement Corp

Finish First Equine

Platinum Performance

Purina

Cavalor

Finish Line Horse Products

Manna Pro

Curafyt