By: Justin Kalafat
Boosting Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) is vital for athletic performance because it is the primary energy currency for muscle contraction. Elevating ATP levels enhances high-intensity power output, delays muscle fatigue by maintaining energy levels, improves muscle function, enhances muscle growth and strength, and speeds recovery by enhancing blood flow and nutrient delivery to muscles.
Common dietary boosters for ATP include nutrient-dense foods like lean meats (chicken, turkey), fatty fish (salmon, tuna), leafy greens, nuts & seeds, whole grains, fruits, and organ meats, which help elevate ATP in various ways. Conversely, some foods inhibit ATP spikes and should be limited. These include fructose and refined sugars. Even with a proper diet, small, frequent meals, regular exercise, and adequate hydration support ATP production; supplementation can also help, so consider these factors.
elevATP® is a natural blend of ancient peat and apple polyphenols that can boost the body’s internal production of ATP, the primary energy currency of cells. There’s potential to enhance athletic performance by increasing muscle strength, power output, training volume, and lean muscle growth while helping to reduce performance declines during intense training.
Increased Strength and Power: Studies show that 150mg of daily elevATP® supplementation can lead to significant improvements in power output, particularly in vertical jumps and lifts such as squats and deadlifts.
Improved Training Volume: By boosting mitochondrial ATP production, this ingredient can allow athletes to maintain high-intensity exercise for longer periods.
Enhanced Body Composition: elevATP® can help increase lean muscle mass by promoting blood flow and potentially enhancing protein synthesis.
Reduced Performance Drop: It can help athletes maintain consistency in training over longer periods without a noticeable dip in performance.
Natural and Non-Stimulatory: elevATP® works with the body’s mitochondria to produce energy, providing a performance boost without the jitters associated with traditional stimulant-based pre-workouts.
Application: Pre-workout supplements and used for both explosive, short-burst sports and resistance training.
Creatine MagnaPower® is a patented magnesium-creatine chelate that bonds creatine to magnesium that can improve absorption, stability, and ATP production. It can increase muscle power, strength, and intracellular hydration more effectively than standard creatine monohydrate by protecting the creatine molecule and providing essential magnesium.
Enhanced ATP Regeneration: Magnesium is crucial for stabilizing and activating ATP, thereby accelerating energy production in muscle cells during high-intensity training.
Superior Bioavailability: The chelated structure helps protect creatine from degrading into inert creatinine in the acidic environment of the stomach, allowing more of it to reach muscle tissue.
No Loading Phase Required: Due to its superior absorption, it does not require the typical loading phase associated with standard creatine monohydrate.
Increased Power & Torque: Research suggests it may boost muscle power and sprinting performance more than standard alternatives.
Intracellular Hydration: Creatine MagnaPower® can promote higher intracellular water retention, acting as an anabolic signal for protein synthesis and muscle growth.
Gentle on the Stomach: It is generally better tolerated, reducing the digestive discomfort that can be caused by other forms of creatine.
Dosage: Common applications use up to 5 grams daily (like standard creatine), often taken 30-60 minutes before training.
Applications: Pre-workout powders, strength-boosting supplements, and recovery drinks.
Key Takeaways: ATP production is central to athletic performance and might not be at optimal levels from diet alone. Consider supplementation to ensure the hard work and gains from workouts are fully complemented.
Disclaimer: These statements reflect my personal opinions and do not represent the views of my employer.