REVIEW - DYMATIZE TRIB-650 REVIEW

SUMMARY

OUR REVIEW

For those trying to seek the edge when building muscle the production of testosterone is crucial, this is evident from the connection made between bodybuilders and abusive of illegal substance such as Prohormones and Anabolic Steroids, but what about those who wish to do so without going down this dark and dangerous path, well Tribulus might just be an answer.

So what is Tribulus exactly?  Essentially Tribulus or Tribulus terrestris is a flowering plant that grows in temperate and tropical regions, the compounds extract are rich in saponins which has been shown as an active ingredient which can be used to increase the body’s natural testosterone levels. Therefore unlike other testosterone enhances such as Anabolic Steroids, Tribulus Terrestris may be a natural (and legal) way to boost the production of Testosterone and help build muscle.

Trib-650 is Dymatize’s own Tribulus supplement designed to help those maximise their natural testosterone production, but wish to do so in a safe and legal manner. Trib-650 works by increasing the production of the luteinizing hormone (LH) in the body and when LH levels are increased it’s suggested the natural production of testosterone also increases. With this in mind, I tested out Dymatize’s Trib-650 to find out whether it’s really an effective way to help naturally raise the body’s production of testosterone and complement muscle building.

Effectiveness

Tribulus is an interesting supplement to judge its effectiveness; some people appear to respond very well to its effects, while others seem to find it offers no real assistance. If we are going to follow the claims of Dymatize’s Trib-650 from the product description what I might expect is an optimum sex drive, increased libido and any cure for impotency.... although I’m pretty I’m fine on the last one, but my real purpose when taking Dymatize’s Trib-650 was to see if I could extract any benefits in terms of my workout performance, after all if I can increase the natural production of testosterone in my body this should serve me well for more powerful workouts and increased muscle growth.

To give Dymatize’s Trib-650 a fair shot I supplemented over the course of a couple of months, the results? Well unfortunately I found them to be underwhelming. In terms of workouts and performance I can’t say I really noticed any distinct benefits in muscle growth or intensity. Where I did notice a small effect was a slight increase in libido over the course of the initial week, but nothing beyond this period. Overall I was a disappointed in effectiveness of the Dymatize’s Tribulus product, especially in comparison to other brands I’ve trialled in the past where I’ve experienced a lot more of a positive effect in training and libido which lasted over the course of at least a month before I felt the effects began to waver.

Nutritional Analysis

When comparing amongst Tribulus products, both the quantity per capsule and the source of the extract vary dramatically amongst competitors. In general the source is what generates most debate in bodybuilding circles with extracts derived from the ‘Bulgarian’ Tribulus extract considered by many to be the only worthwhile type. In Dymatize’s case Trib-650 contains 650mg of Tribulus per capsule (hence its namesake), however Dymatize fails to acknowledge the source of its extract. Companies who do utilise the Bulgarian type normally acknowledge this on the label, hence Dymatize’s failure to do so leads me to believe they have not obtained their Tribulus from this source.

In regards to dosing, there aren’t any real recommendations that specify how much Tribulus is needed to be taken to receive any of the perceived benefits, however at 650mg per capsule, Trib-650 offer just a slight degree more than the market norm of around 600mg; so your bases are likely to be covered. Dymatize also recommend supplementing with 1-2 capsules a day, so for those feeling like they might benefit from an increased dose can safely opt for two serves.

Value for Money

Dymatize Trib-650 is available in our supplement store for $34.95; each bottle contains 100 capsules, so depending on how much you’re willing to dose with you’re looking at about a 7-14 week supply. In comparison with our other Tribulus options in the store Dymatize easily takes the prize as the best value for money, with Bronx Wild Bull priced at $54.95 (120 capsules). Beyond this there are a host of other brands available such as Ultimate Nutrition (90 caps $67.95) through to BSN’s Axis HT (120 caps for $109.70), although it’s not really fair to make direct comparisons with these higher priced brands as they also contain a number of additional ingredients designed to further enhance natural testosterone production and maximise performance. However as far as a basic Tribulus supplement goes, Dymatize price point is exceptionally good.

Overall

Despite supplementing with Trib-650 I couldn’t really say I found any real benefit with respect to my workout performance or muscle growth, leaving me overall a little bit disappointed with Dymatize’s product. Having said that though Tribulus is a funny supplement, some people respond well to it, although sometimes this is brand or extract source specific. Whilst on the other hand some individuals don’t find any benefit despite the source or brand. In my experience in the past I’ve received what I perceived to be notable boosts when supplementing with other brands of Tribulus, so I think the extract does have some merit in its use, therefore maybe the ineffectiveness of Dymatize’s Trib-650 for me was just an individual thing.

A bonus for those who have been considering supplementing with Tribulus, Dymatize’s Trib-650 offers a very competitive price point to test the waters and it really is one of those supplements you have to try for yourself to gauge whether or not it may be effective. Otherwise, for those interested but not completely sold on Dymatize’s Trib-650, our supplement store also offers a number of other options, which may be of greater appeal than your stock standard Tribulus options.