This is why supplements suck...

Let’s cut through the noise: protein powders and creatine aren’t the magic bullets you think they are. Sure, they’ve got their place in the fitness world. But if you’re a man over 35, slamming down another scoop of whey or tossing back creatine capsules isn’t fixing what’s really slowing you down. 

Why? Because your biggest problem isn’t how much protein you’re getting. It’s about the natural changes every man faces as he gets older. * 

The Truth About Aging and Performance 

In your 20s, your body feels like a machine. Hormones like testosterone and growth hormone (GH) are at their natural peak, and many men find it easier to build muscle, burn fat, and recover. But by your 30s, those levels typically begin to shift. * 

Research shows that testosterone levels drop by about 1% per year after age 30, a slow leak that adds up fast [2]. GH secretion falls even harder, declining about 15% per decade of adult life, leaving men in their 50s with only a fraction of what they had in their prime [1]. * 

Over time, the shifts are noticeable: recovery slows, muscle is harder to maintain, fat sticks around, and drive fades in and out of the gym. It’s not about protein shakes or supplements—it’s about the natural changes every man faces. 

Protein and Creatine: Useful but Limited 

Don’t get it twisted—protein and creatine can still be valuable tools. Protein supports muscle repair. Creatine helps fuel short bursts of strength and power. Both can help you squeeze more out of your workouts. 

But here’s the kicker: supplements alone can’t fully counter the natural changes men face after 35. You can stack tubs of protein and powders, but performance and recovery still feel different with age. * 

What Men Over 35 Really Need 

If you want to perform, recover, and look the way you used to, you have to acknowledge the shift. Supporting healthy hormonal activity should be priority number one. * That doesn’t mean chasing quick fixes or prescriptions—it means giving your body the nutritional support it needs to function at its best. 

Trusted by thousands of men over 35, BioPro+® is built specifically to support your body with the foundation it actually needs as you age. Protein and creatine might still be part of the mix, but the foundation has to go deeper. Without addressing the hormonal side of the equation, you’re just spinning your wheels. * 

The Bottom Line 

Protein shakes and creatine won’t do it all if you overlook one of the biggest challenges men face as they age: natural changes in hormone levels. It’s not your fault—but it is your responsibility to do something about it. BioPro+® is trusted support for men who refuse to slow down. * Support your biology first, and everything else—from your workouts to your recovery—gets better. * 

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. 

Works Cited 

[1] Garcia, Jose M, et al. “Growth Hormone in Aging.” Endotext, edited by Kenneth R Feingold et al., MDText.com, Inc., 7 October 2019. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK279163/ 

[2] Cheng, Haoyang et al. “Age-related testosterone decline: mechanisms and intervention strategies.” Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology vol. 22,1 144. 14 Nov. 2024. doi:10.1186/s12958-024-01316-5