ON Serious Mass Review
ON Serious Mass Review
ON Serious Mass Review
Are you someone who is looking for a mass gainer that not only gives results but also letting
you enjoy the process? If yes, then welcome to the right place as we comprehensively review
one of the most requested mass gainers in the market, the ON Serious Mass high protein
weight gain powder!
Created by Optimum Nutrition, a company that has been in the sports nutrition industry for more
than 30 years, the ON Serious Mass has produced results for thousands of fitness enthusiasts
and bodybuilders alike. But what ingredients does it actually contain? Is it worth the price you’d
pay for it considering the results it can offer you? Let’s find out as we dig deeper into its
nutritional facts, ingredients, and our review!
- Great taste
- No sugar added
- Flavor variety
Cons:
- Flavor preference
- Average mixability
Immune Support
As mentioned just before, the ON Serious Mass contains 25 vitamins and
minerals that aids not just your normal body processes but also help in achieving
your fitness goals. To give you an idea, here is a list of those compounds that
you get right out of the box from this fantastic product.
Calcium (63%) – Vital for muscle contraction, energy metabolism, and bone
strength, calcium also helps your body not to store fat.
Biotin (100%) – Helps in converting carbohydrates, fats, and proteins into energy.
It also helps in making you look younger.
Vitamin C (100%), D (50%), and B12 (167%) – These essential vitamins supplied
instantly by ON Serious Mass, helps metabolize carbs for fuel, helps the body
absorb calcium, and ensures muscle growth and coordination, respectively.
Zinc (100%) – Enables the body to produce testosterone, which helps immensely
in muscle-building.
No Sugar Added
If there is no sugar added, where do the carbohydrates come from? It comes
mostly from maltodextrin, a carbohydrate source well-suited for use around
training times. Maltodextrin raises your insulin level temporarily so your blood can
more efficiently absorb all the nutrients you provide yourself with. Together with
naturally occurring lactose, and quality protein powder included in the mixture,
ON Serious Mass gives variety in energy source for your body.
Other Ingredients
As a bonus, aside from being packed with vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, and
proteins, ON Serious Mass is also enhanced with Creatine, Glutamine, and
Glutamine Peptides. Sounds familiar? If yes, then that is because they are some
of the most consumed amino acid supplements used in sports training. These
enhancements give this mass gainer an edge since it’s made for those who train.
Some of the positive side effects include increased aerobic fitness, faster burning of
calories, and better mood. Since only some individuals experience adverse side effects
such as bloating, nausea, and light-headedness, it is advisable to purchase a smaller tub
first, so you can see first how your body will adjust to the product. After all, there is no
single fix-all product, especially in the health industry.
Since ON Serious Mass is made by a company with a great foundation and industry
experience, the ON Serious Mass is produced following the highest food production
standards. Its facilities are also current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs)
compliant.
If there’s one thing you’d have to be aware of, it’s the allergens present in this mass
gainer. The ON Serious Mass contains milk, egg, wheat, and soy ingredients, some of
the most common allergens present. So better check if you have allergies in one of
these. If you do, this is not the right mass gainer for you.
Taste
First off, ON Serious Mass is available in many different flavors, namely: banana,
chocolate, chocolate peanut butter, cookies & cream, strawberry, and vanilla. We have
tried most of the flavors listed above, and we would recommend vanilla for first-timers.
Not just because of its great taste, but also you can change your shake up quickly by
adding fruits, milk, or peanut butter, making it the most versatile flavor on the list.
If you are someone who loves sticking to a single flavor and does not have much time to
try different mixes, the chocolate or strawberry flavors would be great options depending
on your preferences. If you want recipe ideas on your Serious Mass shake, head on right
below!
Recipes
For a fruity-chocolatey mix, we recommend mixing a serving of your protein powder with
2 cups of chocolate milk, a handful of your favorite greens (such as kale), a handful of
mixed fruits, and a spoonful of peanut butter. Just blend it, and it is done!
For a more fiber-rich peanut butter flavor, just add five tablespoons of peanut butter,
one-third cup of oats, a banana, and milk to your mass gainer. Although we can go a
whole day and introduce you to more recipes, I feel these two are more than enough to
get you rolling on your mass gaining journey.
Mixability
When it comes to mixability, it’s a property that challenges almost every mass gainer
and even whey protein product in the market. With regards to the ON Serious Mass,
mixability tends to depend on the flavor. For the best mixability, chocolate, vanilla, and
chocolate peanut butter flavors worked satisfactorily with just a blender bottle. Whereas
for the fruity flavors such as banana and strawberry, we had to use a blender to achieve
the preferred consistency. So, for its mixability, we can only rate it as average and
definitely is an area it could improve on.
Price
Price is one of the areas to look into when shopping for a mass gainer. The ON Serious
Mass is available in two sizes, a six-pound tub and a 12-pound package perfect for
those who want to save some cash. As of the time of writing, you can get the Serious
Mass for as low as $0.24 an ounce in Amazon. In comparison to other brands’ offerings,
the ON Serious Mass is relatively cheaper.
A full serving of mass gainer is also advisable right after your workout, so maltodextrin
can do its work by letting your blood absorb all the nutrients it needs and instantly
replenish depleted glycogen, mineral, and amino acids you expired during the workout.
Lastly, it’s an excellent time to take your Serious Mass before bed. Half to a single
serving will do as it supports maximum recovery. It is shown in studies that sleep has a
significant impact on muscle recovery. You wouldn’t want to miss out on all those
#gainz, right?
Of course, the amount of Serious Mass you should consume depends entirely on your
goal and your current physique. But I’m sure you have that taken care of before even
reading this article. [If you haven’t, then you can hit us up and let us help you arrive at a
personalized fitness goal!]
The Takeaway
Let’s get straight to the point! Do we recommend it? Definitely. Firstly, we believe that its
benefits far surpass its few shortcomings. Although it’s not the cheapest mass gainer
available out there, it is definitely packed with the essentials: high amount of protein &
carbohydrates, sufficient amounts of vitamins & minerals, enhanced with amino acids
that help in muscle-building, it is produced by a company with a long and solid track
record, and most importantly, its wide variety of flavors lets you enjoy the journey
towards your goal. Its shortcomings only include average mixability, common allergen
content, and some degree of adjustment bloating for some. Nonetheless, so long as you
maintain a healthy lifestyle paired with fitness training, the ON Serious Mass is an
excellent product for anyone who is struggling to put on that extra weight.