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Originally Posted by Saith
I have trouble getting enough sleep after my Wednesday night workouts, so I'm thinking about taking ZMA for that. Would I be able to take it only on Wednesday nights, or do you have to take it regularly to get any benefit from it? And If I only took it one night a week, should I still cycle it?
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If your thinking about taking ZMA, take it for the right reason, the right way---as a recovery aid/mineral supplement. Zinc and magnesium are the two single most depleted minerals in athletes, EVEN with solid nutritional coverage.
The Mg has a side effect of muscle relaxation, and the B6 causes the perception of a deeper sleep via vivid dreams, hence the reputation as a "sleep aid". I've been taking it 365 days/year for a few years, and I still reap the benefits of a solid sleep.
You could cycle it if you want, or take it one night a week, but I honestly think you'd be missing out.