{"id":1486,"date":"2018-10-18T02:04:48","date_gmt":"2018-10-18T02:04:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/rosecitypt.com\/?p=1486"},"modified":"2018-10-18T21:34:39","modified_gmt":"2018-10-18T21:34:39","slug":"supplements-for-runners-from-training-to-recovery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kg-testsite.com\/rosecity\/supplements-for-runners-from-training-to-recovery\/","title":{"rendered":"Supplements for Runners: From Training to Recovery"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"httpss:\/\/hvmn.com\/blog\/running\/supplements-for-runners-from-training-to-recovery\">Original Article<\/a> By\u00a0hvmn.com<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\"><strong>Table of Contents<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<hr \/>\n<div data-css-rgvuj5=\"\"><strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><a style=\"color: #ff0000;\" href=\"#00\">A Word on \u201cFeeling\u201d the Benefits of Supplements<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/div>\n<div data-css-rgvuj5=\"\"><strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><a style=\"color: #ff0000;\" href=\"#training1\">Training Supplements<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: left; padding-left: 30px;\" data-css-14xu51v=\"\"><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"#2\">For Muscles: BCAAs<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-css-14xu51v=\"\"><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"#3\">For Bones and Joints: Glucosamine and Vitamin D<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/div>\n<div data-css-rgvuj5=\"\"><strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><a style=\"color: #ff0000;\" href=\"#4\">Race Day Supplements<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-css-14xu51v=\"\"><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"#5\">For Energy: Caffeine and Carbohydrates<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-css-14xu51v=\"\"><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"#6\">For Buffering: Sodium Bicarbonate and Nitrate<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-css-rgvuj5=\"\"><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"#7\">Recovery Supplements<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-css-14xu51v=\"\"><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"#8\">For Replenishment: Protein\u2013Whey and Casein and Soy<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-css-14xu51v=\"\"><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"#9\">For Soreness: Fish Oil and Polyphenols<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/div>\n<div data-css-rgvuj5=\"\"><strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><a style=\"color: #ff0000;\" href=\"#10\">HVMN Ketone: Superfuel for Training, Race Day and Recovery<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-css-14xu51v=\"\"><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"#11\">For Training and Race Day<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-css-14xu51v=\"\"><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"#12\">For Recovery<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/div>\n<div data-css-rgvuj5=\"\"><strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><a style=\"color: #ff0000;\" href=\"#13\">Supplements for Runners: A Holistic Approach<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h1 id=\"Supplements for Runners From Training to Recovery\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><a id=\"00\" style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><\/a>Supplements for Runners From Training to Recovery<\/span><\/h1>\n<p>The goal of exercise is to break the body down. Yes, you read that correctly.<\/p>\n<p>Looking back at our evolutionary biological roots, when we put our bodies through difficult situations, we wanted them to adapt\u2013maybe to go for longer without food, maybe so we could detect a smell that told us certain berries were poisonous, maybe to jump higher to reach fruit in a tree.<\/p>\n<p>Whatever the goal, we always had to fall short the first few attempts. Adaptation took failure, centuries of bodily breakdowns (and lucky DNA mutations) before our primordial ancestors developed the physical tools they needed to survive.<\/p>\n<p>When we exercise, this happens on a much shorter timeline (hopefully). We put our bodies through strenuous activity with the goal of being stronger from it. In reasonable amounts, this cycle of stress and regeneration is normal and good and pushes our bodies to grow.<\/p>\n<div data-css-1amedov=\"\">\n<div data-css-rgvuj5=\"\">But in high amounts, the stress put on our bodies through can be detrimental.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>That\u2019s where supplements come in. You\u2019ve no doubt heard the long list of the best supplements and what they can do for overall health: whey protein for recovery, magnesium for bone health, branched-chain amino acid for muscle-building. Each supplement targets a different need and together, they can have holistic benefits in all aspects of training and recovery. Most target either acute performance boosts or long-term health benefits.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve gathered some of the best supplements for training, race day and recovery to incorporate into your everyday training regimen.<\/p>\n<p>Scientific research is a good launchpad when choosing supplements. But it can be hard to find a definitive answer; sports studies are limited, and most are conducted on well-trained young men (so if that\u2019s not you, it\u2019s hard to conceptualize those results).<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span class=\"cms-post__quote__text\">One of the most important considerations is the personal subjective experience when using a supplement: How do you feel? How are your training times? How are energy levels outside of training?<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Of course, there are objective, numerical tests that aim to measure the effect of supplements. But many athletes rely on the subjective approach\u2013those intangible feelings of motivation or energy\u2013instead of tracking performance metrics to see if a supplement is working.<\/p>\n<p>Science supporting supplement use is aplenty (and of varying quality), but remember some effects will be subjective.<\/p>\n<div data-css-ho4b6g=\"\">\n<div data-css-2gtq2s=\"\">\n<div class=\"image\" data-css-1ffudk8=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"httpss:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/hvmn-prod\/image\/upload\/v1534181748\/6772\/ngk1cjdxgaukerp2ydyv.png\" alt=\"A runner showcasing the different benefits of supplements on the body. Glucosamine aids in building cartilage, BCAAs help build muscle and Vitamin D supports bone health \" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-css-2gtq2s=\"\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h1 id=\"training-supplements\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><a id=\"training1\" style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><\/a>Training Supplements<\/span><\/h1>\n<p>Training isn\u2019t finished when those running shoes are untied. There are big gains in performance to be had by looking at training comprehensively, which should include considerations for diet and its impact on bone health and muscle mass.<\/p>\n<p>In training, supplements help whole body health, working together to build a body on race day that\u2019s ready for peak performance.<\/p>\n<h1 id=\"For-muscles-bcaas\"><em><a id=\"2\"><\/a>For Muscles: BCAAs<\/em><\/h1>\n<p>Muscle building isn\u2019t usually a top priority for runners, but it\u2019s essential for keeping those legs strong. Many runners enter a calorie deficit, which can trigger the loss of muscle mass\u2013but BCAAs provide the body with building blocks to maintain muscle mass.<\/p>\n<p>Branched-chain amino acids, commonly referred to as BCAAs, are a type of essential amino acid, meaning the body cannot produce them\u2013they must be obtained through protein-rich food or supplementation. BCAAs include leucine, isoleucine, and valine. Other essential amino acids include histidine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine and tryptophan.<\/p>\n<p>The body produces non-essential amino acids; they\u2019re \u201cnon-essential\u201d because it\u2019s not essential to consume them through diet\u2013the body makes them. They include alanine, asparagine, aspartate, cysteine, glutamate, glutamine, glycine, proline, serine and tyrosine.<\/p>\n<p>The body breaks down protein into amino acids, which are absorbed and transported throughout the body like bricks on a conveyor belt, sent to create new proteins and build houses of muscle.<\/p>\n<p>Other benefits of BCAA include protein synthesis (from a study on rats)\u00a0and alleviated skeletal muscle damage (from a study on humans).<\/p>\n<p>Many BCAA supplements combine the three types of BCAAs: leucine, isoleucine, and valine. Try the\u00a0Do Vitamins\u00a0BCAA Supplements, which are free of animal byproducts and fillers, or the\u00a0Bulk Supplements\u00a0BCAA powder.<\/p>\n<h1 id=\"for-bone-and-joints-glucosamine-vitamin-d\"><em><a id=\"3\"><\/a>For Bones and Joints: Glucosamine<\/em><\/h1>\n<h1><em>and Vitamin D<\/em><\/h1>\n<p>For runners, joints can be one of the first things to go after countless hours of pounding feet on pavement. Creaky knees are a familiar but unpleasant sound.<\/p>\n<p>Glucosamine is the supplement of choice here; it\u2019s a natural compound found in cartilage, the all-important tissue cushioning joints. Made from chains of sugars and proteins bound together, glucosamine can be made synthetically, but can also be harvested from the shells of shellfish.<\/p>\n<p>Possessing a natural anti-inflammatory property, glucosamine is used to treat arthritis and osteoarthritis. The body needs glucosamine to help synthesize proteins and fats that form important tissues (chief among them cartilage) and helps form fluids that provide joints with lubrication. Glucosamine is like the body\u2019s WD-40.<\/p>\n<p>There are several kinds of glucosamine, but most supplements feature glucosamine sulfate. Over a three-year period, one study found that long-term treatment with glucosamine sulfate slowed the progression of knee osteoarthritis (osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis).\u00a0Glucosamine sulfate also had a greater influence in reducing joint pain during function and daily activities, one study found.<\/p>\n<p>We suggest the\u00a0Schiff\u00a0glucosamine tablets, which contain MSM\u2013a source of sulfur important in the formation of collagen in joints, vital for its support of structural cartilage; the\u00a0Bluebonnet\u00a0vegetarian glucosamine also contains MSM.<\/p>\n<p>In conjunction with glucosamine, Vitamin D is a powerful supplement to improve bone health.<\/p>\n<p>Vitamin D and calcium have a complementary relationship: Vitamin D helps our bodies effectively absorb calcium and phosphorus, strengthening our bones and muscles. The easiest way to get Vitamin D is through sunlight, spurring our skin to synthesize the hormone (but remember to avoid too much sun); it can also be garnered via some foods like salmon, milk, cheese and egg yolks.<\/p>\n<p>Vitamin D is important because runners\u2019 bones take a beating, but interestingly for most, running actually builds bone health (one study found that impact and resistance training in female breast cancer survivors combatted bone loss).<\/p>\n<p>In healthy people, bones respond to stress by reforming to better handle that stress, in what\u2019s called Wolfe\u2019s Law. For runners, that means bones in the spine and legs, which are exposed to constant stress, should generally be stronger than in non-runners.<\/p>\n<p>Kado-3, a super-charged omega-3 by HVMN, maximizes the effects of Vitamin D with Vitamin K, as they work together to protect bone health.<\/p>\n<div data-css-ho4b6g=\"\">\n<div data-css-2gtq2s=\"\">\n<div class=\"image\" data-css-1ffudk8=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"httpss:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/hvmn-prod\/image\/upload\/v1534183663\/6772\/hngpavdaaz00x1kegmag.png\" alt=\"An image of a shot of espresso, illustrating caffeine provides a performance boost. Another image of a sweet potato, illustrating carbohydrates are the body's most readily-available fuel.\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-css-2gtq2s=\"\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h1 id=\"race-day-supplements\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><a id=\"4\" style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><\/a>Race Day Supplements<\/span><\/h1>\n<p>Supplements consumed on race day should work acutely, giving runners quick performance boosts to hopefully shave seconds off their times.<\/p>\n<h1 id=\"for-energy-caffeine-and-carbohydrates\"><em><a id=\"5\"><\/a>For Energy: Caffeine and Carbohydrates<\/em><\/h1>\n<p>Caffeine is the classic runner\u2019s supplement, providing quick energy in an easily consumable fashion. We have been using it since the Stone Age, chewing the seeds or bark or leaves of certain plants to affect fatigue and awareness.<\/p>\n<p>Caffeine works like this: as countless neurons fire throughout the day, a neurochemical called adenosine builds up. The nervous system uses receptors to monitor the body\u2019s adenosine levels, and as the day progresses, more adenosine passes through those receptors (making us tired). Caffeine is the same size and shape of adenosine; it attaches to the A1 receptor and when docked, adenosine molecules can\u2019t enter.<\/p>\n<p>Studies have shown that caffeine intake improves exercise performance while also decreasing the perception of pain.\u00a0However, there\u2019s a genetic split in response to caffeine: for some, it could actually make performance worse.\u00a0Best try it before race day to ensure it\u2019s right for you.<\/p>\n<p>Along with caffeine, carbohydrates and carb-loading have been other race day staples for runners. Things like pasta, bagels, rice and other high-carb foods are often used as fuel before starting a race. During races, the most common are gels and energy drinks.<\/p>\n<p>Carbs eaten pre-race are stored as glycogen in the muscles and liver, while carbs eaten during the race will be directly burned.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"cms-post__quote\" data-quote=\"Glycogen is the body\u2019s most readily-available fuel, powering racers through early miles. But when those carbs run out? Body\u2013meet wall.\" data-source=\"\" data-url=\"\"><p><strong><span class=\"cms-post__quote__text\">Glycogen is the body\u2019s most readily-available fuel, powering racers through early miles. But when those carbs run out? Body\u2013meet wall.<\/span><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Ketone esters like\u00a0HVMN Ketone\u00a0can also provide an alternate fuel source for the body; your muscles will first burn ketones, saving glycogen stores for later in the race (more on this below).<\/p>\n<p>But you can also produce ketones while on a\u00a0ketogenic diet. Recently there has been more interest in training with a ketogenic low-carb diet to achieve a body adapted to use fat and ketones as a fuel. Runners following this diet showed a huge boost in fat burning capacity,\u00a0and there were positive effects of a ketogenic diet on endurance in animal experiments. But there isn\u2019t any conclusive evidence of increased performance in humans (maybe because other changes to metabolism cancel out the increase in fat burning capacity that occurs on the keto diet).<\/p>\n<h1 id=\"for-buffering-sodium-bicarbonate-and-nitrate\"><em><a id=\"6\"><\/a>For Buffering: Sodium Bicarbonate and Nitrate<\/em><\/h1>\n<p>Turns out baking soda isn\u2019t just for baking\u2013the supplement, called sodium bicarbonate, is used to provide athletes with a boost during sessions of intense exercise. Essentially, it protects the body against acidity.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve discussed\u00a0lactate\u00a0previously; during periods of intense anaerobic exercise, lactate accumulates as a result of rapidly burning carbohydrate when the demand for energy is high, and oxygen availability is low. It\u2019s often associated with muscle fatigue but it\u2019s actually the acidic hydrogen proton attached to lactate that\u2019s to blame. When our blood becomes acidic during intense exercise, the brain triggers nausea in the hope of decreasing activity level and thus allowing the body to recycle lactate and regulate blood pH.<\/p>\n<p>Sodium bicarbonate is able to bind the protons that cause acidity, thus reducing overall change in blood pH during exercise. It can potentially provide resistance against fatigue caused by acid accumulation from intense exercise,\u00a0especially for intense exercise lasting up to seven minutes.<\/p>\n<p>Sodium bicarbonate should be taken about 60 &#8211; 90 minutes before exercise, at about 200mg &#8211; 300mg. While it mostly comes in powder form, there\u2019s also a gel (Topical Edge) you can use that helps to reduce the risk of stomach upsets caused by the salty sodium bicarb drink.<\/p>\n<div data-css-ho4b6g=\"\">\n<div data-css-2gtq2s=\"\">\n<div class=\"image\" data-css-1ffudk8=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"httpss:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/hvmn-prod\/image\/upload\/v1534184352\/6772\/xlsfqm0k5pxu4nmbkex9.png\" alt=\"An image of baking soda illustrating sodium bicarbonate, which can reduce acidity in blood that accumulates during exercise. Also picture is beetroot for nitrates, which helps deliver oxygen to the muscles.\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-css-2gtq2s=\"\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Also on race day, in the early morning darkness of warm-up hours, you might see fellow runners downing shots of beetroot juice. They\u2019re trying to get nitrates\u2013which were once villainized by association with processed meat in the 1960s.<\/p>\n<p>Nitrates trigger vasodilation (the dilation of blood vessels), which allows more oxygen to be delivered to the muscles. It\u2019s a molecule produced by the body in small quantities, but is mostly obtained by eating vegetables; chief among them is beetroot juice, but spinach, arugula, turnips and even dark chocolate (as this study in cyclists found)\u00a0can also be good sources of nitrate.<\/p>\n<p>The benefits of nitrate peak at about two or three hours post-ingestion,\u00a0so a morning smoothie (with spinach, mint, arugula, celery and beetroot juice) on race day might be the best way to get the necessary nitrates before the race kicks off.<\/p>\n<p>Research suggests that beetroot juice can also help reduce blood pressure,\u00a0and taking about 5-8 mM of inorganic nitrate may positively influence physiological response to exercise.<\/p>\n<h1 id=\"recovery-supplements\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><a id=\"7\" style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><\/a>Recovery Supplements<\/span><\/h1>\n<p>Ever felt completely gassed hours after an intense workout? Maybe you aren\u2019t approaching muscle recovery correctly.<\/p>\n<p>The goal of any type of recovery is to put your body in the best possible position to accomplish more intense workouts in the following days. Exercise is cyclical; tending to those worn-down muscles can be the first step to fueling your next run.<\/p>\n<h1 id=\"for-replenishment-protein\u2013whey-and-casein-and-soy\"><em><a id=\"8\"><\/a>For Replenishment: Protein\u2013Whey and Casein and Soy<\/em><\/h1>\n<p>Protein is just for weightlifters, right? Absolutely not. Both runners and weightlifters seek to slow the catabolic process of muscle breakdown and kickstart the anabolic process of building muscle.<\/p>\n<p>Post-exercise, muscle enzymes are like construction workers on standby\u2013ready to build but needing the right tools to do it.<\/p>\n<p>So in the two or three hours after a workout, protein can repair muscle damage, reduce the response from cortisol and speed glycogen replacement. High protein availability accelerates resolution of muscle inflammation and promotes muscle-building after training.\u00a0But there are several different types of protein supplements (which usually come in the form of protein powders) to choose from. Whole foods chock-full of protein include: chicken, eggs, milk, yogurt, and beans.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"cms-post__quote\" data-quote=\"\u201cAfter challenging sessions when I know I\u2019ve really worked my muscles, I make sure to have protein right away. Giving your muscles what they need to rebuild is key to locking in performance gains. For me and many others, protein makes me feel less sore in the days following a hard session, so I can get back out there and do it again.\u201d \" data-source=\"Michael Brandt, HVMN co-founder and avid triathlete\" data-url=\"\"><p><strong><span class=\"cms-post__quote__text\">\u201cAfter challenging sessions when I know I\u2019ve really worked my muscles, I make sure to have protein right away. Giving your muscles what they need to rebuild is key to locking in performance gains. For me and many others, protein makes me feel less sore in the days following a hard session, so I can get back out there and do it again.\u201d<\/span><span class=\"cms-post__quote__source\">Michael Brandt, HVMN co-founder and avid triathlete<\/span><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><strong>Whey protein<\/strong>\u2013which you may recognize from milk and cheese\u2013is a great source of BCAAs, which can aid in muscle protein resynthesis (specifically, the BCAA leucine).\u00a0What\u2019s more, whey is also absorbed the fastest out of this list of proteins. It\u2019s largely considered the most effective type of protein for muscle protein synthesis.\u00a0There have also been studies showcasing the weight loss benefits of protein.<\/p>\n<p>We recommend\u00a0Muscle Feast\u00a0Grass Fed Whey Protein for its absence of additives and artificial ingredients. Also try\u00a0Myprotein\u00a0Impact Whey Isolate, which contains over 90% protein and 1% fat. For athletes or highly-active people who want to build lean muscle mass while attempting to lose body fat, about 1g of protein per pound of body weight per day is a good target. Less athletic \/ active people should aim for 0.45 &#8211; 0.69g per pound of body weight daily.<\/p>\n<p>For longer-term recovery, try\u00a0<strong>casein protein<\/strong>\u2013it composes about 80% of the protein from milk, and takes hours to absorb. You can leverage both casein and whey protein but they should be used differently; whey for immediate recovery, casein for long-term muscle building.<\/p>\n<p>One interesting use of casein protein is taking it before bed. Since muscles enter a catabolic state while you sleep (read: since you\u2019re fasting, your muscles are eating themselves), casein can help lessen and delay this process because it takes longer to digest.<\/p>\n<p>Casein protein releases a steady stream of amino acids that slow the digestive process; one study showcased consuming it before bed led to a 34% reduction in protein breakdown.<\/p>\n<p>The other type of protein isn\u2019t milk-based; it\u2019s\u00a0<strong>soy protein<\/strong>, which is made from soybeans. A good source of amino acids, it\u2019s the choice for many vegetarian or vegan athletes. There\u2019s also protein made from peas, brown rice, and hemp for those allergic to soy.<\/p>\n<p>Since the science of soy protein points to be less effective than milk-based proteins,\u00a0we recommend staying away from this form of plant-based protein.<\/p>\n<div data-css-ho4b6g=\"\">\n<div data-css-2gtq2s=\"\">\n<div class=\"image\" data-css-1ffudk8=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"httpss:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/hvmn-prod\/image\/upload\/v1534185804\/6772\/cm0xodhatzvrkf0gqhwa.png\" alt=\"An image of a female runner on a bench. Her knee is highlighted, showing omega-3 and polyphenols can reduce inflammation. Her shoulder is highlighted to showcase protein can help repair muscle damage.\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-css-2gtq2s=\"\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h1 id=\"for-soreness-fish-oil-and-polyphenols\"><em><a id=\"9\"><\/a>For Soreness: Fish Oil and polyphenols<\/em><\/h1>\n<p>When people talk about taking fish oil, they\u2019re seeking omega-3 fatty acids, hoping to prevent inflammation;\u00a0they\u2019re a key nutrient all runners should have in their diets. Inflammation can come in many forms, from muscle soreness, to joint pain, to heart disease to autoimmune diseases. While acute inflammation can be good for our bodies to encourage health, chronic inflammation can detrimental.<\/p>\n<p>The two main fatty acids in omega-3 fish oils are docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA). These can block inflammation pathways in the cell.<\/p>\n<p>Studies suggest omega-3s can help alleviate inflammation. Research has also shown that fish oil supplementation helped subjects decrease airway inflammation (during exercise, airways can narrow and thus restrict airflow) and improve post-exercise lung function by 64%.<\/p>\n<p>The US Department of Health\u00a0suggests\u00a0about 250mg of fish oil daily, but in one study, the American Heart Association gave patients four grams daily and saw\u00a0benefits\u00a0in heart health.<\/p>\n<p>Kado-3, by HVMN, is a supercharged krill and fish oil stack designed to assist daily brain and body metabolism. Ingredients in Kado-3 work together; like astaxanthin oil (a powerful antioxidant) to fight against the buildup of free radicals,\u00a0and Vitamins K and D to protect bone health.\u00a0Kado-3 compounds the beneficial effects of Vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acids on the brain and body.<\/p>\n<p>Hard training sessions can lead to sickness; bolstering the body\u2019s immune system with polyphenol and antioxidants is important to keeping up training over the long-haul.<\/p>\n<p>Polyphenols are another supplement for reducing inflammation, a category of chemicals naturally found in plants. While the idea of polyphenol benefits isn\u2019t new, research has only begun to be conducted on the subject. Many of the health benefits associated with polyphenols are connected to these substances being antioxidants, which are known to combat cell damage.<\/p>\n<p>A great source of polyphenol is tart cherries. Animal tests suggest they\u2019ve been effective in reducing inflammatory and oxidative stress signaling in rat cells.\u00a0For athletes, the data is less conclusive; still, polyphenol supplementation can increase the capacity to quench free radicals.\u00a0But it\u2019s an exciting area of research, especially in regards to muscle micro-damage.<\/p>\n<p>Look to things like cherries, blueberries, or green tea to help reduce the possibility of exercise-induced illness.<\/p>\n<h1 id=\"hvmn-ketone-superfuel-for-training-race-day-and-recovery\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><a id=\"10\" style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><\/a>HVMN Ketone: Superfuel for Training, Race Day and Recovery<\/span><\/h1>\n<p>Look at the list of supplements above; few traverse all situations for runners, from training day to race day to recovery day.<\/p>\n<p>HVMN Ketone, the world\u2019s first ketone ester, is being used by elite performers in sport and military. It\u2019s so unique partially because its applications for endurance sport are so broad.<\/p>\n<h1 id=\"for-training-and-race-day\"><em><a id=\"11\"><\/a>For Training and Race Day<\/em><\/h1>\n<p>Ketones are a fundamentally different fuel source from carbohydrates and fats that cells typically use for energy; in fact, your body will preferentially burn ketones over carbs.<\/p>\n<p>Professional cyclist, Vittoria Bussi will be attempting to break\u00a0\u201cThe Hour\u201d record\u00a0using HVMN Ketone as fuel.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong><span class=\"cms-post__quote__text\">\u201cThe first time I tried HVMN Ketone in training, a 50-minute time trial felt like 30 minutes. I was so focused and had much more energy in my legs. The combination of mental lucidity and extra physical energy was strong and effective.\u201d<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"cms-post__quote__source\">Vittoria Bussi<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>When taken before or during exercise, D-BHB (the ketone body in HVMN Ketone) is 28% more efficient than carbohydrates alone, helping your body do more work with the same amount of oxygen.\u00a0In one study, cyclists went ~2% further in a 30-minute time trial.<\/p>\n<h1 id=\"for-recovery\"><em><a id=\"12\"><\/a>For Recovery<\/em><\/h1>\n<p>Athletes of all levels can benefit from making improvements to their recovery protocol. Those using HVMN Ketone have seen a decrease in the breakdown of intramuscular glycogen and protein during exercise when compared to carbs alone.<\/p>\n<p>It also expedited the resynthesis of glycogen by 60% and boosted the signals for protein resynthesis by 2x when added to normal carb \/ protein post-workout fuel.\u00a0D-BHB from HVMN Ketone acts as an anti-inflammatory recovery tool,\u00a0helping reduce exercise-induced oxidative stress from the buildup of free radicals that can cause damage to the cells.<\/p>\n<div data-css-ho4b6g=\"\">\n<div data-css-2gtq2s=\"\">\n<div class=\"image\" data-css-1ffudk8=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"httpss:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/hvmn-prod\/image\/upload\/v1534187023\/6772\/i8llsksh1dze2rdagjm0.png\" alt=\"A chart showcasing the benefits of HVMN Ketone for both training and race day, and for recovery. \" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-css-2gtq2s=\"\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h1 id=\"supplements-for-runners-a-holistic-approach\"><a id=\"13\"><\/a><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Supplements for Runners: A Holistic Approach<\/span><\/h1>\n<p>Everyone from ultramarathon endurance athletes, to speed specialists, to casual after-work 5k runners can benefit from introducing the right supplements into their diet.<\/p>\n<p>While some supplements are still in the early stages of research, things like amino-acids, protein and caffeine have been decades-long staples for runners\u2013but it\u2019s always especially important to supplement nutrients the body needs but can\u2019t produce naturally (looking at you, omega-3).<\/p>\n<p>When there is more pressure on your training, mile times start going down, training volume goes up and recovery time gets shorter. Maybe then it\u2019s time to begin introducing more advanced and targeted supplements and testing with newer, elite technology like\u00a0HVMN Ketone.<\/p>\n<p>We suggest researching and then testing out what works for you\u2013everyone is different. Also don\u2019t forget to pay attention to the macronutrient composition of your diet, sleep quality and other health barometers when introducing supplements. Start with some of the basics like BCAAs, protein, Vitamin D and fish oils, gauging how you feel. Remember, continued use of these supplements over a period of weeks often yields the best results; don\u2019t expect to notice the difference from one Vitamin D pill.<\/p>\n<div data-css-zdetbg=\"\">\n<h2><em>Don&#8217;t Get Left in the Dust<\/em><\/h2>\n<p data-css-1f7njd1=\"\">We&#8217;re developing training guides for athletes, focusing on supplements, dieting, and training to help you get to the next level. Be the first to know when they&#8217;re published.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Karl Kolbeck is a physical therapist and along with his wife Sasha they own Rose City Physical\u00a0<img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1588 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/kg-testsite.com\/rosecity\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/KolbeckKarl.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"250\" \/>Therapy located in NW Portland. He\u2019s been practicing for\u00a025 years with specialties in treating the shoulder as well as runners. Karl is dual board certified in both orthopedic and sports clinical specialties, is certified in manual and manipulative therapy and is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists. He teaches rehab based continuing medical education courses to physicians, physical therapists and athletic trainers across the nation. He and his staff are involved with multiple running groups in the Portland metro area, offering educational sessions and athlete screenings. Karl also provides care for the Bowerman Track Club Nike professional running team based in Portland.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The goal of exercise is to break the body down. Yes, you read that correctly.  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