Below is a list of supplements Sam Sulek has publicly said he recommends (sources further down):
And, lastly, what he’s not into.
In the below video he shares his supplement stack:
Sulek has been on quite the transformation since his days as a high school diver.
Next we’ll dig deeper into each supplement Sulek mentions taking:
Creatine
In the video below Sulek says that Creatine (monohydrate) is a well studied performance enhancer, and doesn’t get why others looking to gain muscle wouldn’t take it.
In terms of the dose he takes, he doesn’t share this, but studies on the use of creatine in strength and performance follow this pattern:
- Loading Phase
Begin with a loading phase of 20 grams per day for 5-7 days. Dividing this into 4 servings of 5 grams each, in order to avoid digestive issues and potentially maximize absorption. - Some studies use a bodyweight approach of 0.3g/kg of bodyweight. So for example, a 70kg person would take 21 grams of creatine per day whilst loading.
- Maintenance Phase
A dose of 3 to 5 grams per day is used to maintain creatine performance.
Powder vs Capsules
Powders are the most cost-effective way to take creatine – but some people prefer capsules. Below are some reputable brands of creatine products.
Creatine Powder:
Powders - Creatine Monohydrate
| Brands | Quantity | Price per gram |
| Nutricost | 500 g | $0.04 |
| NOW | 500 g | $0.04 |
| Thorne | 450 g | $0.09 |
| Momentous | 450 g | $0.09 |
Creatine Capsules:
Capsules - Creatine Monohydrate
| Brands | Quantity | Price per gram |
| Nutricost | 500 x 750 mg capsules | $0.07 |
| NOW | 240 x 750 mg capsules | $0.12 |
| Optimum Nutrition | 200 x 1,250 mg capsules | $0.16 |
| Life Extension | 120 x 500 mg capsules | $0.22 |
Multivitamin
Sulek endorses the use of a men’s multivitamin. These are tried and tested method of covering our vitamin and mineral needs, particularly when the diet might occasionally be lacking.
Whilst Sulek doesn’t mention the specific multivitamin he takes, if he’s taking a men’s multivitamin, a popular option is:
Fish Oil
Fish oil is another of Sulek’s staples, and it appears with good reason.
He doesn’t mention his brand or dose, but in this video he mentions taking 4 or 5 capsules per day. Saying that he believes it helps his joints, which are under a lot of pressure from heavy lifting.
A 2024 study showed that higher levels of DHA, one of the 2 key components of fish oil, can help people to live longer.
Whilst Sulek didn’t mention his specific brand of fish oil or dose, he’s in good company taking it. Below lists what other influencers mentioned on this site use. Whilst they’re not bodybuilders, fish oil isn’t a supplement specific to the bodybuilding world.
| Influencer | Dose | Product | Type |
| Rhonda Patrick | 2g / day | Metagenics EPA-DHA | Liquid |
| Peter Attia | 2-3g / day | Carlsons Maximum Omega 2000 | Capsules |
| Joe Rogan | 3 tablespoons | Carlson’s Super Omega-3 | Liquid |
| Andrew Huberman | 2-3g / day | Not mentioned | – |
Pre-workout
Sulek endorses the use of pre-workouts, saying that alongside vitamins and creatine, they’re one of the best things you can do for lifting:
Popular caffeinated pre-workouts include:
Electrolytes
Sulek says in video #1 above, that since he’s been taking electrolyte drinks he hasn’t been getting cramps from working out.
Whilst exercise cramps are not normal for regular people, when you’re pushing your body to it’s limit like a bodybuilder does, they can happen.
The key electrolytes involved in preventing or alleviating muscle cramps during exercise are potassium, sodium, magnesium, and calcium, in order of most milligrams needed.
This is important to know, because many products advertised as electrolytes don’t contain great quantities of some or all of the above.
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| Product | Serving Size | Potassium | Sodium | Magnesium | Calcium |
| Nutricost | 4 g | 260 mg | 90 mg | 40 mg | 30 mg |
| California Gold | 4.5 g | 180 mg | 200 mg | 40 mg | 100 mg |
| Nuun | 5 g | 150 mg | 300 mg | 25 mg | 13 mg |
What Sulek Is Not Into
In video #1 above Sulek mentions that he’s not into the following types of supplements:
- Protein powder – saying that he doesn’t see the need if he’s getting enough from his diet. Also that the milk proteins (whey) can potentially upset his stomach.
- BCAAs – says they sound good in theory, but ultimately thinks they’re a cash grab.
- Ashwagandha and Turkesterone – He says that some people might get something from these, but he’s not into them.
- Author’s note: you can find online people suspecting that Sulek is on performance enhancing steroids. We’re not saying that’s the case (we have no idea), but if it was, then the benefits that Ashwagandha or Turkesterone could have for a “natural” person are unlikely to be as noticeable when someone is using PEDs.
Roundup
Above we’ve covered the supplements that Sam Sulek lists as his recommendations. These are correct to the best of our knowledge, but let us know in the comments if we’ve missed anything.
Further Topics:
Sulek previously had a partnership with Hosstile supplements from approximately 2023 to 2024. However he ended that agreement, and they no longer work together. For sources see this TikTok video and Stack3D blog post.
Sulek began his athletic career as a competitive diver at age 8, also participating in gymnastics. He later competed in diving at high school and college level before shifting focus to bodybuilding. Source: Wikitia
Whilst Sulek hasn’t addressed the topic of steroids, prominent figures like Greg Doucette and Paris Demers have publicly expressed their concerns about Sulek’s potential steroid use, citing his facial changes, size gains, and the disparity between his diet and physique. Source: Wikitia
Disclaimer: The above information is for research and educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. See full medical disclaimer.
