NUTRITION

Eliminate endurance barriers

• Eliminates “heavy legs”
• Prolongs endurance
• Fights everyday fatigue

BENEFITS

Anti-Fatigue Caps is truly a “there’s nothing else like it anywhere” supplement, one that greatly extends endurance by effectively neutralizing the fatigue-causing effects of ammonia build-up, often referred to as “the endurance athlete’s worst enemy.” Three well-known ammonia-scavenging compounds make up this unique formula, helping to prevent the dreaded “heavy” legs sensation and extend energy output.

How to Use

2-4 capsules one hour prior to training. This would provide an initial dose of 500-1000 mg magnesium/potassium aspartate, and 480-960 mg of OKG, an excellent dose at the onset of an endurance workout or race.

An additional 1-2 capsules each hour, at the two-hour mark and beyond, during extended endurance sessions is also suggested.

Ingredient Breakdown 

Potassium/Magnesium Aspartate – This compound is comprised of potassium and magnesium chelated (aka “bonded”) to the amino acid aspartic acid. It often used for alleviating general fatigue and is sometimes involved in treatment regimens for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.

L-Citrulline – This amino acid is found in foods such as watermelon, onions, and garlic. L-citrulline assists in the removal of ammonia in the muscles and liver. Like aspartic acid, it is beneficial in alleviating fatigue.

OKG (Ornithine Alpha-Ketoglutarate) – A combination of the amino acid L-ornithine and the compound alpha-ketoglutarate. OKG provides a readily available, non-ammonia-producing source of glutamine in the body. Both L-ornithine and alpha-ketoglutarate act as ammonia scavengers in the body.

Beet Juice Powder – While the primary function of this ingredient is coloring the capsules to easily differentiate them from similar-looking capsules such as Endurolytes, beetroot powder also boosts nitric oxide levels.

Nutritional Information

No pits. Just carbs. Simple-to-handle and easy-to-chew. FUEL FOR ADVENTURE® 

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History-making finishes don’t come easy, and they take a whole lot of energy—like the kind Daniel Romanchuk gets from Chocolate Brownie CLIF BAR®. With the indulgent flavor of a fresh-baked brownie in a take-it-anywhere bar, this non-GMO game changer is made with organic rolled oats and 9 grams of protein to help provide the sustained energy you need.

The Ultimate Energy Bar™

Maintaining your place on top of the soccer world takes a ton of energy, like the kind Megan Rapinoe gets from Chocolate Chip CLIF BAR®. Made with organic rolled oats and chocolate chips, this flavor brings to mind fresh, warm chocolate chip cookies straight from the oven. Non-GMO and made with 9 grams of protein, this delicious energy bar helps provide the nutrition you need for sustained energy, on or off the field.

The Ultimate Energy Bar™

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Chocolate and protein don't get cooler than in this tasty, well-earned reward for a workout.

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A protein-powerful way to work chocolate flavor and peanut butter into your recovery regimen.

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Balancing daily training, tournaments all over the world, and running two businesses takes the kind of sustained energy Venus Williams finds in Crunchy Peanut Butter CLIF BAR®. With organic rolled oats, crunchy, craveable peanuts, and 11 grams of protein, it’ll help give you the long-lasting energy you need to rise to any occasion.

The Ultimate Energy Bar™

Ingredients

ORGANIC BROWN RICE SYRUP, ORGANIC ROLLED OATS, ORGANIC CANE SYRUP, ORGANIC PEANUT BUTTER, ORGANIC ROASTED SOYBEANS, SOY PROTEIN ISOLATE, PEANUTS, PEANUT FLOUR, RICE FLOUR, ORGANIC SOY FLOUR, ORGANIC OAT FIBER, NATURAL FLAVORS, SEA SALT, BARLEY MALT EXTRACT.

Vitamins & Minerals

DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE, MAGNESIUM OXIDE, ASCORBIC ACID (VIT. C), DL-ALPHA TOCOPHERYL ACETATE (VIT. E), BETA CAROTENE (VIT. A), NIACINAMIDE (VIT. B3), ERGOCALCIFEROL (VIT. D2), THIAMINE MONONITRATE (VIT. B1), PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE (VIT. B6), RIBOFLAVIN (VIT. B2), CYANOCOBALAMIN (VIT. B12).

Allergen statement

CONTAINS PEANUTS AND SOY. MAY CONTAIN TREE NUTS, MILK, AND WHEAT.

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• Full-spectrum formula
• Rapidly assimilated
• Versatile dosing

BENEFITS

Meet your precise electrolyte needs with our original full-spectrum formula. A balanced blend of sodium chloride, potassium, calcium and magnesium ensure proper function of all body systems. The low sodium chloride content complements a healthy, low-salt diet. Fine-tune your dosage as needed, capsule by capsule, without fear of overconsumption of salt.

HOW TO USE 

Application:
Use prior to, during, and after workouts to satisfy the body's electrolyte requirements with maximum precision.

Use as needed but primarily when:

• Exercise lasts for more than two hours, regardless of temperature or humidity.
• Exercise lasts less than two hours and:
• Temperature is above 80 degrees and/or 70% humidity or
• Temperature and humidity is ten degrees or more above what you are accustomed to.

Capsule Usage Instructions

Take 1–3 capsules 10–30 minutes before the start of exercise.

Take 1–6 capsules per hour as needed to maintain electrolyte balance.

Take 1–3 capsules immediately following exercise.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• Many variables - body weight, fitness level, weather conditions, acclimatization level, and physiological predisposition - affect individual electrolyte requirements, so you must do your own trials with Endurolytes dosing, under a variety of conditions, to determine what your individual needs are.
• Endurolytes DO NOT prevent heat stroke, hyponatremia, or any other dangerous physical condition resulting from overexertion in the heat.
• The amount of salt (sodium chloride) you habitually consume in your daily diet largely determines the amount of salt, you will need to consume during exercise and races. If you consume a high-salt diet, you will either need to increase your hourly dose of Endurolytes or use Endurolytes Extreme.
• We include ginger root in the Endurolytes and Endurolytes Extreme capsules because it is very soothing to the stomach and can help protect against nausea and other stomach issues. However, some of ginger's naturally occurring compounds—zingerone and capsaicin—can have a burning effect on the mouth and throat if the powder comes in contact with them. We therefore recommend that you DO NOT open up the capsules and swallow the contents. Consume the capsule whole for best results.

INGREDIENT BREAKDOWN 

• Full-spectrum, balanced formula
• 3x the sodium and potassium per capsule as original Endurolytes

BENEFITS

Designed for harsh conditions, high heat, the unacclimated, and those with elevated salt needs, this formula offers three times the sodium chloride (salt) and potassium content of standard Electrolytes. Despite the salt increase, the Extreme formula maintains a complete blend of electrolytes.

KOSHER CERTIFIED

• Encourages steady fluid consumption
• Virtually free of calories & carbohydrates
• Cola flavor contains 20mg of caffeine per serving

BENEFITS 

Add these rapidly dissolving tablets to your water bottle to create a delicious, effervescent electrolyte drink—the same full-spectrum electrolyte support that made Endurolytes capsules famous. For those who prefer flavored beverages to water, Fizz is a perfect way to encourage adequate fluid consumption and get your electrolytes at the same time. No sugar, artificial sweeteners or preservatives, of course.

Note: One Endurolytes Fizz tablet equals approximately two Endurolytes capsules. Fizz tablets break at the center to allow for personalized dosing.

ENDUROLYTES FIZZ FAQS

WHAT ARE THE MAIN DIFFERENCES BETWEEN HEED AND ENDUROLYTES FIZZ?

HEED is a powdered sports drink that contains calories, a full-spectrum electrolyte profile, and key auxiliary nutrients. Endurolytes Fizz is a nearly-calorie-free, full-spectrum electrolyte replenishment product in effervescent tablet form.

Every scoop of HEED contains 110 calories and about the same amounts of electrolytes as one-half tablet of Endurolytes Fizz. While taking into account the many variables that determine how much electrolytic mineral support you need, most athletes find that 2-4 Endurolytes capsules of 1-2 Endurolytes Fizz tablets work extremely well. With that in mind, lighter-weight athletes will oftentimes find that 1.0 - 1.25 scoops of HEED in a water bottle (110 - 137.5 calories) will oftentimes cover their entire fueling requirements — fluids, calories, and electrolytes — for an hour. The same is true for most athletes who are doing short-duration workouts and require only minimal amounts of calories and electrolytes. Medium-weight athletes will find that 1.5 scoops of HEED will provide the appropriate amount of calories (165), but that 1-2 capsules of Endurolytes or ½ to 1 tablet of Endurolytes Fizz may be needed to cover electrolyte needs more completely. Heavier-weight athletes will find that 1.75 scoops of HEED (192.5 calories) should be sufficient, though up to 2.0 level scoops (~205 calories) is acceptable. These amounts will also provide 1.75 - 2.0 capsules’ worth of Endurolytes or approximately 1 tablet of Endurolytes Fizz. Additional amounts will be needed, usually in the amounts of 1-2 Endurolytes capsules or 1 tablet of Endurolytes Fizz.

During longer bouts of exercise, when Perpetuem or Sustained Energy is the primary fuel (and especially when concentrated, multi-hour bottles of either product are being used), Endurolytes Fizz is an ideal alternative to Endurolytes capsules, primarily for athletes who are either unable to swallow capsules during exercise, or who prefer to fulfill their electrolytic mineral needs via lightly flavored, effervescent (“fizzy”) electrolyte water.

A key point to remember is that if you put “X” amount of scoops of HEED or “X” number of Endurolytes Fizz in your water bottle, your dose is preset . . . you’ve basically put a ceiling on it, which can become an issue if what you’ve put in your bottle is proving to be insufficient (such as if the weather gets hotter). Therefore, we highly recommend that you carry extra Endurolytes Fizz tablets or Endurolytes capsules. You may end up not needing them, but you’ll feel better knowing that you have them within easy reach, should the conditions require more electrolytic mineral support than what you’re obtaining from however many scoops of HEED or Endurolytes Fizz tablets you’ve put in your bottle.

Lastly, you can most definitely add Endurolytes Fizz tablets to your bottle(s) of HEED to bolster the electrolyte content. If you’re adventurous, you can create a new flavor by, for example, adding Grape Endurolytes Fizz to Melon HEED, or numerous other creative combinations.

Bottom line: HEED = Calories + electrolytes; Endurolytes Fizz = Electrolytes only. Now you know the differences between these two great fuels!

HOW TO USE 

Application:

Use prior to, during, and after workouts to satisfy the body’s electrolyte requirements with maximum precision.

Use as needed, but primarily when:

1. Exercise lasts for more than two hours, regardless of temperature or humidity.
2. Exercise lasts less than two hours and:

• Temperature is above 80 degrees and/or 70% humidity or
• Temperature and humidity is ten degrees or more above what you are accustomed to.

Mixing Instructions

Starting at an hourly dose of 1/2 tablet per 50-60 pounds of body weight, add Endurolytes Fizz tablets to your water or fuel bottle(s), allow to dissolve completely, and consume as needed to maintain proper hydration and electrolyte levels. Note: Each rapidly dissolving effervescent tablet contains the equivalent dosage of approximately two Endurolytes capsules.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• Many variables - body weight, fitness level, weather conditions, acclimatization level, and physiological predisposition - affect individual electrolyte requirements, so you must do your own trials with Endurolytes Fizz dosing, under a variety of conditions, to determine what your individual needs are.
• Endurolytes Fizz DOES NOT prevent heat stroke, hyponatremia, or any other dangerous physical condition resulting from overexertion in the heat.
• At 10 calories per tablet, Endurolytes Fizz is not a significant source of calories.
• The amount of salt (sodium chloride) you habitually consume in your daily diet largely determines the amount of salt, you will need to consume during exercise and races. If you consume a high-salt diet, you will need to increase your hourly dose of Endurolytes Fizz above our starting point recommendation.

INGREDIENT BREAKDOWN 

Full-Spectrum Electrolyte Profile – This complete profile contains the following minerals:

Sodium Bicarbonate – A well absorbed source of sodium, selected for its high dissolution rate. Bicarbonates are also used to aid digestion and help alleviate stomach distress issues.

Calcium Chloride – An easily dissolvable source of both calcium and chloride.

Calcium Carbonate – Chelated to carbonate (a salt of carbonic acid), calcium carbonate is a source of easily dissolvable calcium.

Magnesium Oxide – A rich source of easily dissolvable magnesium.

Potassium Bicarbonate – A colorless, odorless compound selected for its high dissolution rate. Bicarbonates are also used to aid digestion and help alleviate stomach distress issues.

Natural Caffeine – COLA FLAVOR ONLY – Derived from green tea extract.

Manganese – This trace mineral is necessary for optimal muscle cell enzyme reactions and for the conversion of fatty acids and protein into energy.

Vitamin B-6 – This water-soluble vitamin plays an active role in maintaining sodium-potassium balance. It also supports the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and protein.

Citric Acid – Used in the minimal amounts needed to aid in the reaction process that creates carbon dioxide, the gas which gives effervescence to the product.

Sorbitol – A natural calorie-free sweetener.

Stevia – A natural, calorie-free sweeter derived from the leaves of Stevia rebaudiana, a plant native to Central and South America. It does not affect blood sugar levels or contribute to tooth decay like sugar does.

Avocado Oil – A healthy oil used as a tablet-pressing lubricant.

Monk Fruit – A natural, calorie-free sweetener that does not affect insulin production. The sweetness from monk fruit is not due to natural sugars like most fruits, but instead from its naturally occurring antioxidants called mogrosides.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION 

Chewy, sweet and irresistible, Näak Almond & Chocolate Bar will crunch under your tooth.

Näak Ultra Energy™ bar provides the nutrition you need to keep going for a long period of time. Powered by 7g of high-quality & sustainable proteins, non-GMO ingredients and a great taste, it is the perfect on-the-go snack to fuel your adventure, long workout or race.

Fueling specs

Pre-Exercise Ignitor

• Increases energy
• Improves power output
• Natural tart cherry flavor

Benefits

The revolutionary Fully Charged pre-exercise formula gets you prepared—mentally and physically—for each and every workout or event. It reduces warm-up time, increases cardiovascular capacity, prevents lactic acid build up, and raises energy levels. Fully Charged works with your body, not against it, and provides these wide-ranging performance benefits without resorting to harmful stimulants or excess amounts of caffeine (each serving contains a modest 15 mg). It’s a game changer.

How to Use 

Mix 1 serving in 4–8 oz of water, or take 2 capsules, 15–30 minutes before exercise.

During exercise lasting more than 3 hours, take additional doses as desired, especially late in the going.

PRO TIP

Due to the rapid increase in circulation, some people notice a slight tingling or flushed sensation.

Ingredient Breakdown 

Taurine – An amino acid found throughout the body, but especially in muscle and nerve tissue. Taurine assists in regulating heartbeat and muscle contractions, and levels of neurotransmitters in the brain. It is also essential for the proper use of electrolytic minerals—calcium, magnesium, potassium, and sodium—and ensures proper muscle function. Taurine also increases concentration and focus without stimulating the nervous system. Perhaps most important to athletes, taurine supplementation is correlated with increases in VO2 max and time to exhaustion due to its ability to buffer lactic acid and maintain healthy pH levels.

Beta-Alanine – This amino acid simultaneously neutralizes acidity levels and enhances blood flow to working muscles—both of which enhance sports performance.

L-Carnitine Fumarate – This amino acid transports fatty acids into the mitochondria for conversion of cellular energy. Fumaric acid (fumarate) is a Krebs Cycle Intermediate and plays a vital role in energy production.

Spectra™ – A proprietary blend of 29 vegetable, fruit, and herbal ingredients. Spectra™ has been shown in a crossover, double-blind, placebo-controlled study to increase nitric oxide (NO) levels by 64%. Increasing NO levels result in increased blood flow to muscles, enhancing delivery of nutrients and oxygen to working muscles, thus supporting increases in endurance and strength. That same study showed that Spectra™ also provides powerful antioxidant support, reducing free radical production.

Green Tea Extract (standardized to 50% polyphenols) – A natural source of caffeine—each serving of Fully Charged contains approximately 15 mg—green tea also contains polyphenols that provide antioxidant and cardiovascular health support.

elevATP™ – A proprietary, clinically-researched blend of plant-derived trace minerals and polyphenol-rich apple extracts, elevATP™ works with the body's natural energy-producing mechanisms to stimulate production of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the energy currency of the body.

Beet Root Juice Powder (Beta vulgaris) – A rich source of nitrates, which help boost nitric oxide (NO) levels.

Tyrosine – This amino acid is the precursor for several important neurotransmitters that are involved in alleviating stress and fatigue. Tyrosine also promotes mental alertness.

Tart Cherry Extract (standardized to 6.5% anthocyanins) – Cherries contain naturally occurring compounds (anthocyanins) shown to reduce inflammation, which in turn helps maintain normal muscle function, decreases soreness, and accelerates recovery.

Soluble Corn Fiber (as Fibersol®-2 AG) – A digestive resistant maltodextrin used as a prebiotic that facilitates healthful digestion while neutralizing the taste of the product.

Tapioca Maltodextrin – A natural root-based starch used in minimal amounts to improve flavor and mixability.

Natural Cherry Flavor – Combined with Tart Cherry Extract, this gives Fully Charged its light cherry flavor.

Nutritional Information

Tasty Chewable Energy for Athletes

To avoid bonking while exercising, you need a portable source of easily digestible carbohydrates to fuel your muscles. GU Energy Chews pack energy-dense calories to meet the demands of all types of activity and contain carbohydrates (maltodextrin and fructose) that use non-competing pathways that can help maximize absorption, increase carbohydrate utilization, and diminish stomach distress, for energy that kicks in quickly and stays with you. Available in two different packets and sizes to give you more fueling options while you're on the move.

Tasty Chewable Energy for Athletes

To avoid bonking while exercising, you need a portable source of easily digestible carbohydrates to fuel your muscles. GU Energy Chews pack energy-dense calories to meet the demands of all types of activity and contain carbohydrates (maltodextrin and fructose) that use non-competing pathways that can help maximize absorption, increase carbohydrate utilization, and diminish stomach distress, for energy that kicks in quickly and stays with you. Available in two different packets and sizes to give you more fueling options while you're on the move.

Tasty Chewable Energy for Athletes

To avoid bonking while exercising, you need a portable source of easily digestible carbohydrates to fuel your muscles. GU Energy Chews pack energy-dense calories to meet the demands of all types of activity and contain carbohydrates (maltodextrin and fructose) that use non-competing pathways that can help maximize absorption, increase carbohydrate utilization, and diminish stomach distress, for energy that kicks in quickly and stays with you. Available in two different packets and sizes to give you more fueling options while you're on the move.

To avoid bonking while exercising, you need a portable source of easily digestible carbohydrates to fuel your muscles. GU Original, Liquid Energy, and ROCTANE Energy Gels pack quick, effective, and sustained energy to meet the demands of all types of activity. All Original Energy Gels and ROCTANE Energy Gels are Vegan, Gluten Free, and Kosher. Liquid Energy Gels are Vegan and Gluten Free. 

SALTED CARAMELIf there’s a flavor that’s perfect for Energy Gels, it’s Salted Caramel. The indulgent, sweet caramel taste melts in your mouth, only to be complemented by just enough salt to keep things interesting. With the same consistency as caramel, we won’t judge if you use it to top your next ice cream sundae.

For an energy boost that won’t weigh you down, you need a portable and deliciously satisfying way to top off your energy stores before a workout. GU Energy Stroopwafels deliver critical nutrients needed to help power your performance in a delicious syrup-filled wafer. Each serving delivers immediate and long-lasting energy from complex and simple carbohydrates.

CARAMEL COFFEE This caramel and coffee flavor tastes as smooth as it sounds. The bold coffee taste hits you up front and the oh-so-smooth sweetness of the caramel makes you fall in love with this caffeine-boosted Energy Stroopwafel flavor.

The GU Energy Stroopwafel is a Dutch-style treat that acts like an Energy Gel but tastes like breakfast. Eat one before a race or workout or bring one along for a tasty energy source to power your performance.

Here’s what’s inside:

- Carbohydrates (both complex and simple carbohydrates.)

- Sodium, the primary electrolyte lost in sweat that aids in hydration by maintaining fluid balance

- Branched-Chain Amino Acids (L-Leucine, L-Valine, and L-Isoleucine) which may reduce mental fatigue and decrease muscle damage while jump-starting recovery.

For an energy boost that won’t weigh you down, you need a portable and deliciously satisfying way to top off your energy stores before a workout. GU Energy Stroopwafels deliver critical nutrients needed to help power your performance in a delicious syrup-filled wafer. Each serving delivers immediate and long-lasting energy from complex and simple carbohydrates

SALTED CHOCOLATEDare we say that sea salt and chocolate are the perfect pair? The cocoa is the hero of this Stroopwafel flavor, while its sea salt sidekick amplifies its richness (and delivers key electrolytes!) It’s a dessert that you can eat mid-race.

The GU Energy Stroopwafel is a Dutch-style treat that acts like an Energy Gel but tastes like breakfast. Eat one before a race or workout or bring one along for a tasty energy source to power your performance.

Here’s what’s inside:

- Carbohydrates (both complex and simple carbohydrates.)

- Sodium, the primary electrolyte lost in sweat that aids in hydration by maintaining fluid balance

- Branched-Chain Amino Acids (L-Leucine, L-Valine, and L-Isoleucine) which may reduce mental fatigue and decrease muscle damage while jump-starting recovery.

For an energy boost that won’t weigh you down, you need a portable and deliciously satisfying way to top off your energy stores before a workout. GU Energy Stroopwafels deliver critical nutrients needed to help power your performance in a delicious syrup-filled wafer. Each serving delivers immediate and long-lasting energy from complex and simple carbohydrates.

The GU Energy Stroopwafel is a Dutch-style treat that acts like an Energy Gel but tastes like breakfast. Eat one before a race or workout or bring one along for a tasty energy source to power your performance.

Here’s what’s inside:

- Carbohydrates (both complex and simple carbohydrates.)

- Sodium, the primary electrolyte lost in sweat that aids in hydration by maintaining fluid balance

- Branched-Chain Amino Acids (L-Leucine, L-Valine, and L-Isoleucine) which may reduce mental fatigue and decrease muscle damage while jump-starting recovery.

• Rock-solid sustained energy
• No sugar crash
• Easy to digest, no GI distress

BENEFITS

Unlike other similar-looking products on the market, Hammer Gel’s complex carbohydrates, all-natural ingredients, and pH-balancing formula are easily digestible, and provide quick-acting yet long-lasting energy in a convenient, tasty, concentrated form. The addition of branched-chain amino acids helps to prevent muscle tissue breakdown while reducing fatigue.

Only Espresso and Tropical flavors contain caffeine, 50 mg for Espresso and 25 mg for Tropical per serving.

All Hammer Gel flavors are vegan except Nocciola.

HOW TO USE

Use as a primary fuel source of calories during exercise less than 3 hours.

Consume 1 serving 10 minutes before and every 45 minutes during exercise. Add 16– 26 oz (473–768 ml), depending on temperatures, of water per hour.

If using more than one fuel, be sure to count all of the calories from all of the products consumed to reach a correct total hourly intake.

Use as a secondary calorie source during exercise lasting more than 3 hours; it’s time to switch to Perpetuem® as your primary fuel source. However, Hammer Gel can be combined with Perpetuem or any other Hammer fuel during prolonged exercise for variety and to avoid flavor fatigue. Just be sure to count calories from all sources to avoid over-consuming.

Pouches
Carry as many as needed for the duration of your exercise. Please retain the tab and empty pouch for proper disposal.

Hammer Jug & Flask
Economical, eco-friendly, and convenient!

Add the desired amount of servings, then top off with water. Shake well and consume entire contents gradually during exercise until the flask is empty.

Hourly Fuel Bottle
Mix 1–2 servings of Hammer Gel® in a 21–26 oz water bottle to make a custom sports drink. Consume during each hour of exercise.

PRO TIP

Add a scoop of Endurolytes® Extreme Powder to your bottle for conditions over 80 degrees.

INGREDIENT BREAKDOWN 

Maltodextrin – A high-glycemic index (GI) complex carbohydrate, ideal for providing fast-acting, long-lasting energy during exercise and for replenishing the body’s glycogen stores after exercise.

Energy Smart® (Grape Juice, Rice Dextrin) – This all-natural, low-sugar sweetener plays an important role in Hammer Gel’s delicious flavor while contributing minimally to the overall carbohydrate content. Energy Smart® is certified non-GMO, gluten-free, and allergen-free.

Citric Acid – Used in minimum amounts to meet FDA requirements for acidity levels. Hammer Gel contains less citric acid than comparable products.

Salt – Minimally added for preservation, flavor, and digestive support. It is not a source of electrolytes (see Endurolytes® product line).

L-Leucine, L-Isoleucine, L-Valine – The branched-chain amino acids (BCAA’s) protect against muscle tissue breakdown, while also helping alleviate fatigue.

L-Alanine – This amino acid is used to help meet energy demands, particularly when the body’s carbohydrates stores are running low.

Potassium Chloride – Source of potassium and sodium.

Cultured Dextrose (Used in pouches and some jugs) – FDA-approved, all-natural preservative.

Potassium Sorbate (Used in some jugs) – FDA-approved preservative.

NUTRITION INFORMATION 

• Superior structural health combination
• Offers powerful defense system support
• Helps improve carbohydrate utilization

BENEFITS 

Vitamin D3 and K2 are both essential fat soluble nutrients that supply many benefits individually, but they rely on each other to function optimally. EnDuro D takes advantage of these synergistic effects to provide a superior formula in an easily absorbable softgel. For immune system support, bone health, and cardiovascular health, take EnDuro D: the dynamic duo for health and well-being.

HOW TO USE 

Maintenance dosage
Take 1 softgel daily with meals or separately.

Acute needs (winter months, low sunlight conditions)
Take 2–3 softgels daily

MASSIVE BENEFITS FROM THE D3/K2 COMBINATION 

BY STEVE BORN

The word synergy “refers to when an interaction of elements produces an effect that is greater than the effect that would have resulted from simply adding up the effects of each individual element. In other words, it is what happens when a combination of things produces an effect or result that is said to be ‘greater than the sum of its parts.”

Vitamins D3 and K2—both essential, fat-soluble nutrients— are a perfect example of synergy. While each of these extraordinarily beneficial vitamins supply many individual benefits, they rely on each other to function optimally, especially in regards to bone and arterial health.

The researched benefits of vitamin D3 are so plentiful that it would take every page of all 126 issues of Endurance News (and most likely many more than that) to discuss them all (do a Google search on “vitamin D benefits” and you’ll probably be online for a month or so). In fact, there is no other nutrient that I know of—with the exception of magnesium—that is involved in more aspects of human health than vitamin D3.

The benefits from vitamin D3 supplementation are to support the immune system proper utilization of calcium to optimize bone density and overall bone health normalize blood pressure and support cardiovascular health and so much more.

Vitamin K2 works with vitamin D3 for supporting both bone and cardiovascular health by activating a protein called osteocalcin, which helps keep calcium out of the arteries while increasing the amount of calcium in the bones (teeth as well). Vitamin K2, working alongside vitamin D3, also promotes healthy glucose metabolism to maintain proper blood sugar levels thus helping protect against type 2 diabetes.

While these are the primary benefits of vitamins D3 and K2, there are many other benefits, far too many to list here. Everyone* will benefit from supplementation of vitamin D3 and vitamin K2, the dynamic duo for numerous areas of human health.

ENDURO-D SOFTGEL CONTENTS

Vitamin D3................. 50 mcg (2,000IU)

Vitamin K2...........................1,680 mcg
Menaquinone 4 (MK-4).....1500 mcg
Menaquinone 7 (MK-7).......180 mcg

TWO MAIN FORMS OF VITAMIN D

D2 (ergocalciferol)
The plant-derived form.

D3 (cholecalciferol)
The sun-derived form, animal-derived (lanolin) form, and the form that is believed to effectively raise bodily levels of active vitamin D better than D2.

NOTE: In 1919, German researcher Adolf Windaus discovered three forms of vitamin D: D1, D2, and D3. When it was found that D1 was actually a mixture of compounds instead of a pure vitamin D product, the term D1 was dropped.

TWO MAIN FORMS OF VITAMIN K

K1 (phylloquinone)
The plant-derived form, and the main form of vitamin K in the diet. Vitamin K1 is poorly absorbed, with less than 10% absorption rates.

K2 (Menaquinone)
The often found in foods that contain fat and suggested to be a better-absorbed form than K1 that also circulates in the blood longer than K1.

NOTE: Vitamin K2 has a number of menaquinone (MK for short) subtypes, with the most beneficial ones being MK-4, and MK-7. Research on the MK-4 subtype of vitamin K2 used 1500 mcg/day.

Studies on MK-7 used 180 mcg/ day. Also, Dr. Dennis Goodman, author of Vitamin K2: The Missing Nutrient for Heart and Bone Health, suggests amounts between 150 to 180 mcg/day of MK-7. These are the amounts found in EnDuro D.

INGREDIENT BREAKDOWN

VITAMIN D

D3 (cholecalciferol)
The sun-derived form, animal-derived (lanolin) form, and the form that is believed to effectively raise bodily levels of active vitamin D better than D2.

VITAMIN K

K2 (Menaquinone)
The form often found in foods that contain fat and suggested to be a better-absorbed form than K1 that also circulates in the blood longer than K1.

• Increases power output
• Improves repeatability of high-intensity efforts
• Helps you finish strong

BENEFITS 

ATP (Adenosine triphosphate) is the ready-to-use finished product of cellular energy that fuels all high-level efforts. During exercise, ATP stores get depleted and too much time may pass before full replenishment can take place. That’s why you need Energy Surge. With 100 mg of sublingual PEAK ATP® rapidly absorbed into your bloodstream, you’ll restore your body’s ATP-producing mechanisms, while also enjoying rapidly renewed energy levels.

HOW TO USE 

Take before high-intensity, shortduration exercise (less than one hour). Dissolve 1–4 tablets under your tongue 5–30 minutes before the start.

For prolonged exercise, dissolve 1–3 tablets under your tongue, as needed before climbs or other strenuous efforts and whenever you desire a quick boost of energy.

PRO TIP

To accelerate absorption, chew tablets, but do not swallow. Hold chewed-up tablets in your mouth for 1-5 minutes before swallowing.

INGREDIENT BREAKDOWN 

• Optimizes aerobic capacity
• Increases endurance
• Helps reduce unpleasant "burning sensation"

BENEFITS 

Race Day Boost greatly enhances the performance of your body’s three energy production pathways. That means, no matter what your race pace may be—low-to-moderate intensity, higher intensity/ anaerobic, or flat-out sprint—a four-day load with Race Day Boost delivers the goods to help you meet or exceed your race day expectations. Race Day Boost superbly buffers lactic acid and dramatically improves oxygen utilization, which is why it’s no surprise that, in the most extensive research to date on Race Day Boost’s primary ingredient, study subjects enjoyed a whopping 8% improvement in performance time.

HOW TO USE 

Use for major events.

One-Day Event—"A" Race
Take 4 capsules with food and water 4 times per day (16 capsules daily) for 4 days before a competition.

Multi-Day Event
Follow loading protocol for 3 days prior to start:

4 capsules, 4 times per day.

Then follow this twice-daily “maintenance dose” protocol after each stage:

Take 4 capsules with Recoverite® as soon as possible after racing each day, as well as another 4-capsule dose with food later in the day/evening.

PRO TIP

Do not use it for every race because this product has a “tolerance factor.” Therefore, use it ideally only four to six times per year.

INGREDIENT BREAKDOWN 

Sodium (Tribasic) Phosphate – This compound enhances the functioning of all three of the body’s ATP-producing energy systems: the short-term ATP-CP system, the medium-term lactic acid system, and the long-term oxygen/aerobic system.

A primary benefit of sodium (tribasic) phosphate is its ability to buffer blood acidity and help maintain a more ideal acid-alkaline balance by neutralizing excess hydrogen ions within the muscle cell. Effectively buffering lactic acid extends energy production within this system. This nutrient also increases 2,3-diphosphoglycerate (2,3-DPG). This compound, found in red blood cells, helps release oxygen from hemoglobin into the muscle cells. An increase in 2,3-DPG will improve the availability of oxygen to working muscles during exercise.

Malic Acid – A natural substance found in apples and other fruits. Malic acid helps balance the extreme alkalinity of Race Day Boost, thus minimizing-to-eliminating the potential for stomach distress. As an essential component of the Krebs cycle, malic acid also helps boost energy levels and is beneficial for liver health.