Yok3d VS NO-Shotgun – Which nitric oxide product produces the better pump?

Adam Vinatieri had it spot on when he said: “To be the best you’ve, got to beat the best. That’s all there is to it.” In the case of muscle pump supplements, few would argue against VPX Sports NO-Shotgun being the best, right? Well, we’ve finally got a contender. 

In the right corner, weighting 400lbs in the white trunks, we have Yok3d by UPSlabs! Yok3d has steam-rolled into the market with enough force to demolish the shelves it sits on, and based onthe reviews that have started to pop up online, it’s starting to look like we may have a new king of the hill.

The question is, how do the products differ from one and other, and which Nitric Oxide supplement should you spend your hard earned cash on? In short, should you buy Yok3d or NO-Shotgun? To find out, let’s take a look at the three main ingredients of each supplement.

In-depth look into NO-Shotgun and Yok3d’s active ingredients

Both Yok3d and NO-Shotgun aim to increase muscle pump and in turn boost muscle growth, and both utilise Nitric Oxide in doing so. The way they go about it is slightly different, however this can mean a huge difference in the physio-chemical process.

What ammo is NO-Shotgun packin’?

First of all, the main ingredient in NO-Shotgun is protein – a blend of Whey and Casein. This is followed by a blend of amino acids, which includes L-Arginine that commonly is known to boost Nitric Oxide levels. The main source of Nitric Oxide (Magnesium Tanshinoate) however comes third, along with a host of other ingredients such as Creatine. Finally, NO-Shotgun also claims fat-burning capabilities and includes caffeine, which may artificially increase your perceived energy levels without actually affecting your pump significantly.

What makes Yok3d tick?

Changing out attention to Yok3d, the primary ingredient is Arginine Nitrate, which
(and you won’t see this one coming) is a combination l-arginine amino acid and Nitrate ion, both of which stimulate nitric oxide production – thus facilitating vasodilation (that’s relaxation of smooth muscle cells to you and me, which increases the blood flow to and within the muscle). The result is higher vascular efficiency, quicker recovery, and more pump.
The second ingredient in Yok3d is ‘Vitis Vinifera’, or grape seed extract, which is packed with antixodants, collagen and elastin. As a result, it helps your body recover more quickly from intense work.
The third and final main ingredient of Yok3d is Trichopus Zeylanicus – which was completely new to me. As with any research these days, where better to start than the all-knowing
Wikipedia? Trichopus Zeylanicus refers to a plant found in southern Asia, where local tribes, such as the Kaani tribe of India, swear by its strength and energy-giving qualities.

Conclusion: Which product kicks more blood pumping, ass?

So what can we conclude after studying the three main ingredients of these top-quality supplements? First of all, and perhaps most importantly, they both appear fit for purpose; they both contain key ingredients that your body requires in order to maximise the efficiency of your workouts. The main point of difference between the two appears to be one of focus: while NO-Shotgun takes a – well, shotgun, frankly – approach by combining a long list of ingredients, Yok3d is more targeted. It is specifically tailored to maximise the production of nitric oxide and aid recovery, which makes it a more efficient alternative in terms of maximising pump. As such, it also allows you to take more control of your dietary requirements by minimising interference with other supplements, thus minimising over-consumption of common
ingredients when taken in combination with other supplements, such as protein shakes.