Optygen
CLINICALLY SHOWN TO INCREASE PERFORMANCE
Optygen is a legal, safe and stimulant-free formula that's engineered to improve oxygen utilization, reduce lactic acid and allow the body to adapt to high levels of physical stress.
✓ Increases oxygen utilization & VO2 max
✓ Improves lactate threshold & reduces lactic Acid
✓ Enhances the body's ability to adapt to high levels of physical stress
Energy-Yielding Metabolism
Fat Metabolism
ATPro Matrix Proprietary Blend
500 MG
Supplies sodium and potassium in soluble forms. Also provides pyruvate for glucose conversion to ATP energy, phosphate for ergogenic effects, and ribose, the backbone of RNA and DNA.
Natural Sources All four ingredients are in all cells, including foodstuffs
Forms Calcium Pyruvate, Monopotassium Phosphate, Monosodium Phosphate, Ribose
Supplier Albion® Advanced, Westco Chemicals, Vivion, Creative Compounds
Relevant Literature
Bredle DL, Stager JM, Brechue WF, Farber MO. Phosphate supplementation, cardiovascular function, and exercise performance in humans. J Appl Physiol (1985). 1988 Oct;65(4):1821-6.
Brini M, Carafoli E. The plasma membrane Ca2+ ATPase
and the plasma membrane sodium calcium exchanger cooperate in the regulation of cell calcium. Cold Spring Harb Perspect Biol. 2011 Feb1;3(2):a004168.
Dodd SL, Johnson CA, Fernholz K, St Cyr JA. The role of ribose in human skeletal muscle metabolism. Med Hypotheses. 3004;62(5):819-24.
Lindinger MI, Cairns SP. Regulation of muscle potassium: exercise performance, fatigue and health implications. Eur J Appl Physiol. 2021 Mar;121(3):721-48.
Yang YP, Qiu JQ, Wang MY, Feng L, Luo D, Gao RR, Zhou FQ, Che KX. Effects of sodium pyruvate supplementation on repeated sprint exercise performance and recovery in male college soccer players: a randomized controlled trial. Ann Palliat Med. 2022 Feb;11(2):598-610.
Weight Management
Insulin Potentiation
Chromium
200 MCG
Optimizes fat and glucose metabolism for energy, preserving muscle. Supports glucose and amino acid uptake for fuel and recovery by potentiating insulin action. Improves body composition by maintaining lean body mass.
Natural Sources Fruit Juices, Meat, Poultry, Brewer’s Yeast, Whole Grains
Forms Chromium Nicotinate Glycine Chelate
Supplier Albion® Laboratories, Balchem®
Relevant Literature
Bulbulian R, Pringle DD, Liddy MS. Chromium picolinate supplementation in male and female swimmers. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 1996 May1;28(5):111.
Evans GW. The effect of chromium picolinate on insulin controlled parameters in humans. Int J Biosoc Med Res. 1989;11(2):163-80.
Frauchiger MT, Wenk C, Colombani PC. Effects of acute chromium supplementation on postprandial metabolism in healthy young men. J Am Coll Nutr 2004 Aug;23(4):351-7.
Kaats GR, Blum K, Pullin D, Keith SC, Wood R. A randomized,
double-masked, placebo-controlled study of the effects of chromium picolinate supplementation on body composition: a replication and extension of a previous study. Curr Ther Res. 1998 Jun 1;59(6):379-88.
Morris BW, Peacey S, MacNeil S, Gray T. Enhancement in insulin sensitivity in healthy volunteers following supplementation with chromium picolinate. Med Biochem. 1998;1:65072.
Endurance
Muscle Health
Cordyceps Extracts
800 MG
Provides adaptogenic, antistress functions; immune support; and antioxidant, anti-fatigue, and blood circulation effects. Improves aerobic capacity (VO2max), anaerobic threshold, time to exhaustion, and work output.
Natural Sources Cordyceps Fermentation Cultures
Forms Cs-4: Cultured Paecilomyces Hepiali Mycelia (40% polysaccharides); Cordyceps Militaris: Cultured Fermentate Mycelia 10:1 Extract
Supplier Centian, Lingonberry Group
Relevant Literature
Bucci LR, Turpin AA, Beer C, Feliciano J. Ginseng, Ch 20 in Nutritional Ergogenic Aids, Wolinsky I, Driskell JA, Eds., CRC Press, Boca Raton, FL, 2004, pp. 379-410.
Chen CY, Hou CW, Bernard JR, Chen CC, Hung TC, Cheng LL, Liao YH, Kuo CH. Rhodiola crenulata- and Cordyceps sinensis-based supplement boosts aerobic exercise performance after sort-term high altitude training. High Alt Med Biol. 2014 Sep;15(3):371-9.
Creer A. The effect of commercial herbal-based supplementation on running performance during a competitive season in collegiate distance runners: a pilot study. South Dakota University, 2007: Report to First Endurance.
Larson KR. Supplementation using a commercial herbal-based product (Optygen) may increase running performance in highly trained collegiate distance runners: a pilot study. Luther College, Dec 2007: Report to First Endurance.
Tsai PH, Lin FC, Hang CC, Hou CW, Cheng IS. Effects of Rhodiola-rosea-Cordyceps sinensis supplementation on glycogen synthesis in exercised human skeletal muscle. J Phys Educ. 2019 Dec31;21(4):375-86.
Endurance
Muscle Health
Rhodiola Extract
150 MG
Decreases chronic cortisol levels, oxidative damage, lactate levels, and physical fatigue. Supports cardiopulmonary function and immune function. Increases utilization of oxygen and amino acids and improves time to exhaustion.
Natural Sources Rhodiola Rosea (Arctic Root, Golden Root, Rose Root)
Forms Rhodiola Rosea
Supplier Layn USA
Relevant Literature
Bucci LR, Turpin AA, Beer C, Feliciano J. Ginseng, Ch 20 in Nutritional Ergogenic Aids, Wolinsky I, Driskell JA, Eds., CRC Press, Boca Raton, FL, 2004, pp. 379-410.
Creer A. The effect of commercial herbal-based supplementation on running performance during a competitive season in collegiate distance runners: a pilot study. South Dakota University, 2007: Report to First Endurance.
Larson KR. Supplementation using a commercial herbal-based product (Optygen) may increase running performance in highly trained collegiate distance runners: a pilot study. Luther College, Dec 2007: Report to First Endurance.
Tsai PH, Lin FC, Hang CC, Hou CW, Cheng IS. Effects of Rhodiola-rosea-Cordyceps sinensis supplementation on glycogen synthesis in exercised human skeletal muscle. J Phys Educ. 2019 Dec31;21(4):375-86.
Wal P, Wal A. An overview of adaptogens with a special emphasis on Withania and Rhodiola, Ch 34 in Nutrition and Enhanced Sports Performance. Muscle Building, Endurance and Strength, Bagchi D, Nair S, Sen CK, Eds., Academic Press, Amsterdam, 2013, pp.343-50.
SUPPLEMENT FACTS
Loading Phase: Take six (6) capsules every morning for (7) days.
Maintenance Phase: After loading phase, take three (3) capsules every morning.
Supplement Facts Serving Size: 3 Capsules |
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Amount Per Serving | %DV | |
Chromium (as Chromium nicotinate glycine chelate)** | 200mcg | 167% |
Rhodiola extract (Rhodiola rosea)(root)(5% rosavins) | 300mg | * |
Cordyceps (from Cs-4 Paecilomyces hepiali and Cordyceps militaris extracts) (mycelia biomass) | 1000mg | * |
ATProTM Matrix (Calcium Pyruvate, Sodium Phosphate, Potassium Phosphate, Ribose) | 800mg | * |
* Daily Value Not Established
Other Ingredients: Gelatin capsule. Contains: Soy
**Covered by Albion international, Inc., U.S. Patent 5,614,553.