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Teresa: Hello, I am here with my friend Christian. An athlete from Real Madrid. He's here to talk to us about supplements! So Christian do you take supplements? Christian: Yes, I take Supplements every day. Teresa: How long have you been taking supplements? Christian: I started taking them when I started training to compete. Teresa: Is the supplement you most use Protein shakes? Christian: Yes, I have to intake more protein because I am an elite soccer player Teresa: Ohhhh Christian: Yes, my body demands more from me. Teresa: And what effects does this supplement have on you? Christian: Protein shakes allow my muscles to heal up quicker. This also helps prevent injury after a long day of training. Take it after the work-out so that the micro tears start healing. Teresa: Do you chose what supplements you take? Christian. No, we have a strict nutrition plan that is created by our Nutritionist. Teresa: Is there a big disadvantage for teams that don’t use supplements? Christian: Yes, Supplements give us the extra push to be better. Teresa: What other supplements do you take? Christian: CLA to reduce, body fat, Glutamine for workout recovery, taurine for metabolism function, and creatine to increase power and strength Christian: Yes, I take BCAA/ Leucine (Reduce muscle soreness) Teresa: That is very interesting! That wraps up our interview, Thank you for your time, see you soon!