{"title":"RESTOCKED","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"core-intra","title":"Intra","description":"\u003cul class=\"ticks\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCyclic Dextrin\u003c\/strong\u003e - Support endurance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull serving of EAA's\u003c\/strong\u003e - Support recovery and muscle protein synthesis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlycerSize®\u003c\/strong\u003e - Increase blood flow during and after exercise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003esplit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fitness and supplement industries are in a constant state of change. We are learning more each day about how the human body works – and in the process, learning that positive adaptations in response to exercise are facilitated by proper nutrition. As a result, more research than ever is being conducted on the value – and specific protocols involved in – peri- or intra-workout nutrition and supplementation. Research is revealing that adequate intra-workout nutrition and supplementation can delay fatigue and increase endurance, facilitate muscle-specific anabolic response to exercise, reduce delayed onset muscle soreness and increase a wide-range of athletic performance metrics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Core Nutritionals, we’ve taken this research seriously and have distilled its results into the most complete and robust intra-workout supplement on the market – Core INTRA. Core INTRA contains a mix of cutting-edge ingredients and longstanding pillars of supplementation to address most, if not all, major metabolic pathways associated with exercise. Core INTRA’s key ingredients have been demonstrated in scientific research to have a range of positive effects, including, but not limited to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ticks\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelaying fatigue onset\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreasing maximal voluntary contractile force\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncrease maximal oxygen uptake capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReducing delayed onset muscle soreness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreasing one rep maximums in bench press and squat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreasing localized blood flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEssentially, this product is the intra-workout solution. No more need for mixing and matching, or simply dismissing the valuable role that intra-workout nutrition and supplementation plays. Now, in a single scoop, you have a complete solution – and one that tastes amazing, too!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003esplit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance Carbohydrate Blend (Cyclic Dextrin and Dextrose):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the main goals post workout is to restore muscle glycogen that has been depleted during the workout. The body will even break down muscle tissue for this purpose if an adequate influx of glucose – obtained from the consumption of carbohydrates – is not provided. For this reason, it is vital to include carbohydrates in and around one’s workout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThough \u003cem\u003eopinion\u003c\/em\u003e varies, the scientific literature is relatively clear that fast–digesting carbohydrates such as cyclic dextrin and dextrose create optimal conditions for the post-workout synthesis of both skeletal muscle protein and muscle glycogen. Not only have all three of Core INTRA’s carbohydrates sources demonstrated higher rates of post-exercise glycogenesis (glycogen resynthesis) as compared to other carbohydrate sources, they have also been shown to optimize insulin response and blunt cortisol release to a greater degree than other carbohydrate sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCyclic Dextrin\u003c\/strong\u003e is considered one of the most beneficial carbohydrate sources in a performance context, due to its low osmolality leading to expedient stomach clearing and low bloating. Research conducted on top swimmers, swimming in a flowing water pool, confirmed that cyclic dextrin’s fast gastric emptying contributed to increased endurance (longer swim times). Swimmers provided a sports drink containing cyclic dextrin had approximately 50% longer swim time than swimmers provided a mixture of water and glucose only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDextrose\u003c\/strong\u003e functions at such a higher capacity because of molecular structure, given that it is otherwise known as pure glucose – your body’s preferred energy substrate and the necessary component for the synthesis and resynthesis of glycogen. Bypassing the lengthy and metabolically costly process of digestion and breakdown, dextrose can be absorbed directly through the gut into the bloodstream and can cause an insulin response faster than any other carb. Additionally, since dextrose is already in the form the body requires, it can be used immediately for glycogen replenishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn combination, the carbohydrates in Core INTRA, in their precise serving sizes, interact to form a comprehensive post-workout nutrition strategy:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ticks\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDextrose acts quickly to create an immediate supply of glucose and to stimulate post-workout insulin levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCyclic dextrin balances that insulin response.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTogether, they all rapidly, and in a sustained fashion, provide your body with a prime environment for the synthesis of both glycogen and ATP.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rapid, but very beneficial, influx of glucose from oral carbohydrate supplementation quickly suppresses cortisol and the negative effect it has on the expression of metabolically critical proteins and growth factors – ensuring that myocytes (muscle cells) function in an ideal environment. In addition, these carbohydrates induce a beneficial insulin response, the effects of which include stimulating glycogen storage, the transport of glucose into muscle cell mitochondria, and an increase in amino acid utilization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmino Acids:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf one were to think of the body as a construction project, amino acids would be the most basic building materials: raw lumber, mortar, bricks, and so on. While the assembly of these building blocks is of course critically important to the function of the building – and one of the amino acids, leucine, controls its own assembly – the quality and availability of the materials themselves is arguably more important. Not enough concrete? The foundation cracks and the building falls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour body is the exact same way. It is comprised of various amino acids, both essential and non-essential, that comprise the cellular basis of each cell in your body. When it comes down to skeletal muscle, the most important are the EAAs – or essential chained amino acids. Comprised of nine amino acids, these compounds effectively control the rate at which your muscle grows (hypertrophies), its contractile force, its endurance, and so on – to say they are massively important is an understatement. For this reason, they form the basis of any competently designed supplement protocol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectively, as stated above, the essential amino acids are famous for their role in skeletal muscle protein synthesis and metabolism. Of the nine, leucine is both the most physiologically important with respect to muscle mass, and the most extensively studied. Data on leucine demonstrate this amino acid plays critical roles in stimulating skeletal muscle protein synthesis, and ribosomal biogenesis and assembly (the literal building of muscle tissue), along with playing a lesser role in insulin signaling and gluconeogenic processes. As a result of these diverse roles, leucine has been demonstrated to significantly stimulate skeletal muscle protein synthesis, and attenuate protein degradation, by both insulin-mediated and non-insulin mediated mechanisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeucine’s insulin-mediated effects are largely the result of its activation of the classical insulin receptor substrate (IRS)\/phosphatidylinositol (PI) 3-kinase (PI3K)\/Akt\/mTOR signal transduction pathway. In this pathway, the bonding of a substrate (glucose) eventually activates a compound known as Akt. Once phosphorylated and activated, Akt signals the release of the famous mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR). mTOR then increases the translation of muscle-cell ribosomal proteins that increase ribosome biogenesis, which is the literal production of proteins. Leucine has additionally been shown to positively regulate protein synthesis independent of insulin. In certain trials where rapamycin and leucine were co-administered, rapamycin showed only partial inhibition of leucine’s effects on muscle protein synthesis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn more practical terms, there is a significant body of evidence demonstrating the positive effect of amino acids on athletic performance. Extensive studies in exercise-trained populations reveal that, collectively, amino acids may:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ticks\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduce total muscle soreness after intense resistance training, and\/or further delay its onset.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecrease muscle recovery time between bouts of intense resistance exercise training.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncrease lean body mass when used daily, in conjunction with diet and exercise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeta-Alanine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarnosine is a bit of an odd duck: we know that it is crucial for muscle function, and that dietary sources of carnosine are essential, but we don’t know precisely how its working. Moreover, for decades, we had no idea how to increase intramuscular concentrations, as exogenous carnosine sources degraded in the body so fast as to be effectively useless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnter beta-alanine. Simply a different iteration of one of the amino acids that comprises carnosine itself (alanine), beta-alanine has proven to be the most effective means of significantly increasing intramuscular concentrations of carnosine – and therefore of promoting all of carnosine’s various beneficial effects on muscle performance. If that weren’t enough, beta-alanine has also demonstrated beneficial physiological effects independent of its parent compound. In order to understand why, though, we need to first understand some of the basic behind carnosine itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarnosine, a cytoplasmic dipeptide synthesized from the precursors L-histidine and l-alanine, is present in high concentrations in skeletal muscle and plays a pivotal role as a, “chemical buffer” in myocytes (muscle cells). It has long been known that carnosine concentrations are highest in glycolytic, rather than oxidative muscle fibers (roughly speaking, explosive vs., endurance muscle fibers, respectively), and thus long hypothesized that this amino acid is required for sustained performance during supramaximal exercise. Recent research demonstrates that carnosine exerts its physiological effects in long hypoxic (low oxygen) drives by functioning as a high-capacity pH buffer in skeletal muscle, preventing the pH ratio of plasma from dropping too low – and therefore preventing crucial pH-dependent processes such as protein synthesis from being inhibited by acidosis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its critical role in skeletal muscle anaerobic performance, intramyocellular synthesis of carnosine is rate-limited by the availability of l-alanine. Unfortunately, the majority of literature demonstrates that attempting to increase intramuscular levels of carnosine via either direct carnosine or alanine supplementation is largely ineffective due to carnosine\/alanine pharmacokinetics. Enter beta-alanine. Research with beta-alanine demonstrates consistent and dose-dependent increases to intramuscular carnosine concentrations with beta-alanine supplementation, with certain studies showing an increase of 40-60% with chronic administration. These same literatures reveal a synergistic effect of exercise on beta-alanine supplementation, whereby the muscle adaptive changes associated with resistance training promote further intramuscular carnosine production in response to beta-alanine supplementation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn simpler language, this essentially means that beta-alanine is a dietary supplement that promotes its own effects in combination with exercise. As you exercise, you simultaneously intensify beta-alanine’s physiological actions – both directly, as well as in the production of intramuscular carnosine. Once ingested, beta-alanine’s exercise-specific beneficial activity is well-established. Elevation of intramuscular carnosine content via beta-alanine supplementation has been show to improve performance in the following ways:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ticks\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoth acute and chronic increases in total work capacity, measured by total volume during exercise sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly significant increases to TTE (total time to exhaustion), one of the most accurate and comprehensive measures of endurance. In various trials, beta-alanine supplementation has been shown to increase TTE by upwards of 20%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreases to total muscle power output in both acute and chronic trials, suggesting that beta-alanine’s most significant benefit is to those engaging in power-dependent resistance training.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn total, a significant body of research exists to suggest that beta-alanine may significantly increase muscle power output, strength, training volume and output, overall performance in hypoxic (oxygen-deprived) conditions and peak VO2 max (oxygen holding capacity).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese myriad benefits make beta-alanine both one of the most-studied, and most well-rounded dietary supplements. Beta-alanine not only has direct, actionable physiological effects, but also promotes critical muscle physiologic adaptations that promote its own effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlycerSize® (65% glycerol):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlycerol is a fascinating and highly useful compound that has achieved a somewhat cult status in the fitness community – while both peer-reviewed research and anecdotal reports centered on the endurance functions of glycerol are plentiful, its bodybuilding applications are not as widely lauded. Those who do use glycerol, however, are persistent in their belief that it provides some of the most noticeable, and effective, engorging (“pump”) effects possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlycerol has been well-established as a so-called, “hyperhydrating agent” because of its ability to potently and positively affect plasma (blood) osmolality. As an incredibly powerful osmotic agent, and when combined with large quantities of water, glycerol induces the intracellular retention of fluid (not the extracellular kind, you do not want) that would otherwise be renally excreted. Various research has shown that glycerol’s capacity to positively affect osmolality and expand fluid volume (an increase in total body water) has beneficial effects on performance and physiologic function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudies that administered glycerol before both moderate and high endurance fitness tests found that glycerol reduced increases to core temperature, caused athletes to exercise significantly longer before fatigue, reduced urinary elimination of water and increased total body water content, and, in several studies, significantly improved intramuscular water expansion. In less complex terms, this means glycerol has been demonstrated to keep your muscles hydrated, significantly increase the ever-desired, “pump effect” of muscle engorgement, and, maybe most importantly when it comes to a supplement formulation, deliver and keep more nutrients where they are needed (inside the muscle).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUntil recently, however, most of these studies noted a significant drawback: the low glycerol concentration of market-available glycerol products forced researchers to test glycerol loads that were significantly higher than average use cases. Core INTRA uses GlycerSize® to overcome precisely this problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlycerSize® is a highly-concentrated (65%) form of glycerol that offers greater water stability, and therefore potency, as compared to standard GMS (glycerol monostearate). Of particular interest to bodybuilders, GlycerSize®’s greater potency translates to even greater levels of intramuscular water retention – keyword, intramuscular, and therefore no bloat – over GMS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, supplementation with GlycerSize® has been shown to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ticks\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep athletes hyperhydrated for extended periods of time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduce post-workout urine volume (more efficient fluid use).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduce post-workout urine volume (more efficient fluid use).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower heart rate and improve endurance time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnhance plasma and intramuscular volume expansion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElevATP® (Ancient Peat and Apple Fruit Extract)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdenosine triphosphate and other ATP metabolites are involved in a number of biological processes including cardiac function, blood flow, muscle contraction and neurotransmission. ATP is the primary molecule that acts as a carrier for energy within cells. It has also often been studied that increased levels of ATP have shown increases in health and performance. Supplementation with exogenous ATP has often shown its ability to increase ATP concentrations in blood. Oral supplementation with ancient peat and apple extracts have exhibited their ability to increase intracellular and intramuscular ATP levels. ElevATP® is a blend these specific polyphenols that works to increase endogenous ATP levels without a simultaneous increase in serum lactate. The significance of this is that usually with an increase in endogenous ATP there is an increase in intracellular free radicals. When these free radicals are not present, oxidative stress is mitigated and there is more potential for the beneficial increases in ATP to take center stage. These increases of ATP are essential as when available energy is increased it can have positive benefits in terms of increased power, strength, and overall exercise performance. One study in particular looked at dosing ElevATP® against placebo and showed that the group who received ElevATP® saw a blood ATP increase of 45% on average along with no increase in oxidative blood glucose. This type of result has been shown repeatedly in studies and has given ElevATP® the reputation to be a beneficial compound for the goals of improving endurance, strength, power, and other training specific adaptations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003esplit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2440\/0931\/files\/supplement-facts-INTRA-2021.jpg?v=1614634551\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003esplit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ticks\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2440\/0931\/files\/P65_core_INTRA_LEMON_LIME-FIN_compressed.pdf?v=1643985910\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLemon Lime Label\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2440\/0931\/files\/P65_core_INTRA_PINEAPPLE_PEACH-FIN.pdf?v=1643985805\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePineapple Peach Label\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003esplit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ticks\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2440\/0931\/files\/REFFERENCES-Core_Intra1.pdf?v=1614614521\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDownload References\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Core Nutritionals","offers":[{"title":"Lemon Lime","offer_id":40600293179568,"sku":"SHOP672975315696","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pineapple Peach","offer_id":40600293212336,"sku":"SHOP672975315702","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2440\/0931\/files\/INTRA_PP_FRONT.png?v=1767614755"},{"product_id":"hydrate-electrolyte-blend","title":"Hydrate","description":"\u003cul class=\"ticks\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull Blend of Electrolytes\u003c\/strong\u003e- Can replace key electrolytes lost during intense training.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElevATP\u003c\/strong\u003e®- Can increase levels of endogenous ATP.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSenActiv\u003c\/strong\u003e®- Can promote muscle energy and regeneration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003esplit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHydration is one of the most important factors in athletic performance. Yet, many of the mass marketed “sports drinks” widely available today fail to properly address the issues posed by sustained periods of intense exercise. A broad base of research demonstrates that proper hydration and electrolyte levels can delay fatigue, increase endurance, reduce delayed onset muscle soreness, and increase a wide range of athletic performance metrics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Core Nutritionals®, we’ve reimagined the hydration process with our comprehensive electrolyte and hydration blend: HYDRATE. Core HYDRATE was developed with a comprehensive blend of cutting-edge ingredients and traditional electrolytes to address most, if not all, major important metabolic pathways associated with rehydration during intense physical activity. Core HYDRATE’s key ingredients have been demonstrated in scientific literature to have a range of positive effects, including, but not limited to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ticks\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoiding premature fatigue and muscle failures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReenergizing and rejuvenating cells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtecting against free radical damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreasing endogenous ATP production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnhancing power output, strength, and overall athletic performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproving stamina and recovery time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContained in single serve and portable packaging, Core HYDRATE can help you maintain your standards of athletic performance as a comprehensive source of hydration and electrolytes no matter where you are. With 4 amazing flavor options, you’ll be well equipped with everything you need to take your workouts to the next level!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003esplit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin C (as ascorbic acid)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin C is perhaps historically best-known for the treatment and prevention of scurvy, though it has many other roles in the body. For example, vitamin C catalyzes or is a cofactor in eight enzymatic reactions involved in the synthesis of collagen, the nutrient carnitine, and several neurotransmitters necessary for the proper function of the brain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the contemporary context, vitamin C is best known as a potent antioxidant. In addition to its intrinsic activity as an antioxidant, vitamin C has been shown in in vitro trials to regenerate alpha-tocopherol (vitamin E). As an antioxidant, vitamin C combats the detrimental effects of a group of compounds called radical oxygen species that, when produced, degrade the lipid membrane of the cell and may cause internal damage. By “scavenging” these free radicals, vitamin C and other antioxidants form a defense against excess cellular damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalcium (as calcium carbonate, calcium citrate, dicalcium malate (DimaCal®))\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile best-known as the main bioactive in milk, and a compound that contributes to strong bones, calcium has numerous physiological effects in the body. As a key electrolyte it is responsible for mediating vascular contraction and vasodilatation, muscle function, nerve transmission, intracellular signaling, and hormonal secretion. Homeostatic regulation of calcium, which the body cannot produce, also requires sufficient levels of vitamin D. In the context of muscular contraction and relaxation, if calcium is required for strong contractions, magnesium is required for efficient relaxation of those muscle fibers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimaCal® is a trademarked form of dicalcium malate, which is calcium bonded with malic acid. It has been shown in studies to be a much better absorbed form of calcium and has the ability to maintain serum calcium levels for a much longer period of time. This can lead to a better maintained electrolyte level and greater performance where calcium is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium (as magnesium carbonate, magnesium bisglycinate chelate (TRAACS®), magnesium citrate, magnesium glycinate glutamine chelate (TRAACS®))\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnesium, an often-overlooked electrolyte, is the second most abundant intracellular cation (after potassium). It is a cofactor to over 300 enzymatic reactions in the body and is required for cellular energy metabolism, functioning of the sodium\/potassium adenosine triphosphatase pump, nerve conduction, and ion transport. Magnesium is also required for the use of the body’s energy currency, ATP. To become biologically active, ATP must be bound to magnesium to form Mg-ATP. In addition, magnesium is necessary for the proper function of cells with calcium and potassium gated ion channels such as heart and muscle cells. Working alongside calcium, magnesium plays a crucial role in the body by regulating muscular contractions as well as cramp prevention. In the context of muscle health and rehydration, the longer and more intense a bout of physical activity is, the more magnesium is lost primarily through sweat and urine. This loss of electrolyte balance requires its replenishment so that physical performance can remain at its peak throughout the duration of the activity reducing the risk of injury or bodily harm. Regardless of the type of sport or exercise, muscular contractions and energy production could not occur consistently without the presence of magnesium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZinc (as zinc bisglycinate chelate (Albion®))\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an essential mineral, like magnesium, zinc is also involved in a wide-range of essential biological functions in the human body – and a requirement in the catalytic activity of over 100 enzymes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost notably, zinc is vital for immune function, protein synthesis, cellular division, and DNA synthesis. For immune function, zinc is required for the function of a group of immune cells known as neutrophils and macrophages, which eliminate pathological cells and their products from the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith magnesium, sufficient levels of zinc are also necessary for the production and maintenance of healthy levels of testosterone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChloride (as potassium chloride)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChloride is one of the most important electrolytes in the human body. Similar to sodium and potassium, which will be discussed below, chloride creates specific channels in cell membranes which help to carry out different vital tasks. It is responsible for balancing the fluids on the inside of the cells with the fluids on the outside of the cells, as well as maintaining proper blood volume, blood pressure, and fluid pH. Chloride is also important for muscle and heart contraction as well as to aid in the carrying of nerve impulses between our nerve cells and our brain and the rest of the body. Additionally, chloride is needed to help red blood cells exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide in the lungs as well as plays a role in the digestion of foods by supporting hydrochloric acid production in the stomach. We often lose chloride through sweat and perspiration, which comes in the form of water and salt. Replenishment of chloride can come from utilizing salt (often found as sodium-chloride, or table salt), cheese, canned fish, and some processed meats. Overconsumption of some of these foods may not be beneficial for some individuals, so supplementation may be the best way for these individuals to replenish chloride in their bodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSodium (as sodium citrate, sodium bicarbonate)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSodium, like chloride above, is one of the most essential electrolytes for our body to utilize. Sodium helps to keep the water (mainly amount of fluid outside of the body’s cells) and electrolyte balance of the body, while also aiding in the contraction and relaxation of muscles as well as conducting nerve impulses. While only 500mg of sodium is needed per day for these functions to occur, we as active individuals need far more sodium in order to maintain these functions. We mostly lose sodium through sweat and urine, so the more active we are\/the more we sweat and the more we urinate, the more sodium is lost. Acquiring enough sodium through food and drink is crucial to establishing equilibrium again in order to maintain proper functioning and electrolyte balance within the body. The standard American diet is often overloaded with sodium and coupled with inactivity, which can lead to poor health and dysfunction. It is important to engage in physical activity of some kind most days and to eat a diet that is balanced in nutrients in order to maintain proper health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium (as potassium citrate, coconut water concentrate, potassium glycinate chelate (TRAACS®))\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePotassium, as sodium’s counterpart, acts as a critical electrolyte primarily by helping to maintain normal levels of fluids inside of our cells. Additionally, it helps muscles to contract and relax, aid in strong nerve function, as well as support normal blood pressure. It works very closely with sodium to create the membrane potential needed for the electrical currents that generate these functions to pass from one cell to the next. While the potassium levels in our body are regulated carefully, a diet lacking sufficient amounts of potassium (especially when combined with excess sodium) or one that contains too much potassium can eventually lead to certain types of dysfunctions and poor health status. When potassium levels in the body increase, the adrenal glands release the hormone aldosterone, which causes the kidneys to excrete excess potassium through the urine. When potassium levels are too low, aldosterone levels are suppressed, which can lead to conservation of potassium thus interfering with balance and negatively affecting transport channels that affect vital bodily functions. Potassium can be gotten from the diet in the form of fresh fruits and vegetables, such as sweet potatoes, beans, tomatoes, spinach and broccoli but supplementing can be an essential application as well to support an active lifestyle where excretion is higher than can be replenished through diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eL-Taurine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough traditionally referred to as an amino acid due to its chemical structure, taurine is not an amino acid in the sense that leucine, alanine, or glutamine are. Its chemical status aside, taurine is considered one of the body’s most essential chemical compounds, as cardiovascular function, muscle development and function, along with optical and nervous systems in the body depend on its abundance. While data on taurine typically occurs with taurine in supplement combinations (with caffeine and other amino acids), these data nevertheless suggest that dietary supplementation with taurine may have beneficial effects on mental focus and alertness and may assist during times of increased physical exertion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoconut Water Concentrate (Cocos nucifera)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoconut water, like the name implies, is the liquid that is found within the coconut itself. Often having a slightly sweet, nutty flavor, it also contains an adequate amount of vitamins, minerals, and electrolytes like potassium, sodium, and magnesium. All of these electrolytes, like discussed in sections above, can help to boost hydration status and replenish nutrients lost through exercise or rigorous everyday activities. Potassium is the highest concentration in coconut water at roughly 600mg per cup (16% DV), which as discussed about it has a vital role in optimally functioning kidneys and strong muscle contractions. Potassium can also work to keep fluid levels and other electrolytes balanced during exercise. The high concentration of potassium in coconut water specifically can balance our sodium’s effects on blood pressure, and even lower blood pressure slightly, which can have its own benefits towards training and overall health and circulatory health. In addition to the added electrolytes that coconut water can provide, it also can provide a potent number of antioxidants that can aid in the neutralization of free radicals that can rapidly take over during intense training. By eliminating these free radicals, muscles will be able to perform longer and more efficiently, as well as be able to recover adequately. While general water consumption can be adequate as well, the added electrolytes coconut water can supply provides an added benefit that can improve performance and overall recovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElevATP® (Ancient Peat and Apple Extract)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdenosine triphosphate and other ATP metabolites are involved in a number of biological processes including cardiac function, blood flow, muscle contraction and neurotransmission. ATP is the primary molecule that acts as a carrier for energy within cells. It has also often been studied those increased levels of ATP have shown increases in health and performance. Supplementation with exogenous ATP has often shown its ability to increase ATP concentrations in blood. Oral supplementation with ancient peat and apple extracts have exhibited their ability to increase intracellular and intramuscular ATP levels. ElevATP® is a blend these specific polyphenols that can work to increase endogenous ATP levels without a simultaneous increase in serum lactate. The significance of this is that usually with an increase in endogenous ATP there is an increase in intracellular free radicals. When these free radicals are not present, oxidative stress is mitigated and there is more potential for the beneficial increases in ATP to take center stage. These increases of ATP are essential as when available energy is increased it can have positive benefits in terms of increased power, strength, and overall exercise performance. One study in particular looked at dosing ElevATP® against placebo and showed that the group who received ElevATP® saw a blood ATP increase of 45% on average along with no increase in oxidative blood glucose. This type of result has been shown repeatedly in studies and has given ElevATP® the reputation to be a beneficial compound for the goals of improving endurance, strength, power, and other training specific adaptations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConcenTrace® AC (Trace Mineral Complex)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur bodies are high functioning machines and require a lot of support to continue to perform at a high-level day in and day out. A lot of these needs are difficult to be acquired by diet alone, so supplementation is critical. Minerals are included in these daily needs and are vital to the bodies many processes. ConcenTrace® AC is a high-quality trace mineral complex providing a comprehensive blend of nutrients that are often hard to acquire from diet alone. Its manufacturing process makes it up to 26x more concentrated than other colloidal trace minerals, adding to its benefits. These minerals contained in the product are catalysts for all of the vitamins and other nutrients our body requires to function at an optimal level and maintain health. Some of these functions include electrolyte replacement, maintaining pH balance in the body, nourishing hair and skin, strengthening bones and joints, regulating the digestive system, and improving athletic performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSenactiv® (Panax notoginseng (root) and Rosa roxburghii (fruit)) Extracts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSenactiv®, derived from extracts of Panax notoginseng and Rosa roxburghii, has been shown to act in a few pathways to reenergize and rejuvenate cells within the body that take a beating on a daily basis. Ultimately this product falls within a category known as senolytics, or compounds that primarily work to induce cell death. This may not sound ideal as we need our cells to function, but the key is to ensure that these compounds are working on the right kinds of cells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe human body does contain many senescent cells, which are old cells and can be deteriorating. How these senolytics work to promote health is by speeding up the breakdown of these older cells as well as encouraging the grow of new, vibrant cells. The other benefit of Senactiv® and its ingredients is its ability to protect against muscle damage. Ginseng in particular has been shown to help reduce the proinflammatory state that is associated with rigorous training. Where this is going to benefit is to reduce inflammation and jumpstart the recovery process of torn down muscle fibers so these cells can begin to scar and grow stronger. The other benefit that ginseng has been able to show is it has been shown to improve VO2 mas by about 20% when compared to a control group in studies. This improvement can significantly improve oxygen uptake to increase delivery to muscle cells for the ability to push harder and longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn another angle of recovery, Senactiv® has been shown to improve the rate of glycogen storage after exercise. 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