Norton Evidence-Based Stack
Layne Norton's Stack
Layne Norton's stack, assembled by MaxHealthStack
Interventions (8)
supplement
Primary
Cadence: Daily - 1-2 servings (100% whey isolate)
Dosage: Uses whey protein isolate; drinks 1-2 servings daily to hit protein goals based on lean body mass.
Source: Whey Protein - Layne Norton
supplement
Primary
Cadence: Daily - 5g daily
Dosage: Takes creatine monohydrate calling it king - most tested supplement with consistent results for lean mass and strength.
activity
Primary
Cadence: Daily - 2-2.4g/kg lean mass (gain) or 2.4-3g/kg (cut)
Dosage: Targets protein at 235g daily (~50g per meal 4x); adjusts based on phase.
activity
Primary
Cadence: Weekly - Progressive strength training
Dosage: Emphasizes progressive resistance training; holds IPF world record squat at 303kg.
supplement
Secondary
Cadence: Daily - Regular fish oil
Dosage: Takes fish oil as part of his foundational six supplements.
supplement
Secondary
Cadence: As Needed - During overreaching phases
Dosage: Takes BCAAs for recovery and delayed onset muscle soreness especially during overreaching phases.
supplement
Secondary
Cadence: Daily - Daily multivitamin
Dosage: Includes multivitamin as one of his six essential supplements.
Source: Multivitamin - Layne Norton
supplement
Secondary
Cadence: Daily - For joint health
Dosage: Takes glucosamine as part of foundational stack for joint support during heavy training.
Source: Glucosamine - Layne Norton