"Introducing the new and improved OptygenHP formula, now available in its most potent form yet. It contains Rhodiola that’s twice as strong as the original formula. OptygenHP also contains Beta-Alanine because clinical research has shown it increases exercise capacity and muscular strength.
The two main adaptogens in OptygenHP (Rhodiola and Cordyceps CS-4) were first used by Tibetan Sherpas to help them climb Mt. Everest. OptygenHP utilizes these two unique adaptogens because clinical research on elite endurance athletes has shown them to improve performance, increase the body’s ability to adapt to high levels of physical stress, increase aerobic threshold and reduce lactic acid."
It contains 1000mg of Beta-Alanine, but since I've already been taking 4000mg of the stuff for about 9 weeks now (along with the Kre-Alkalyn), the new members to the party are Rhodiola and Cordyceps CS-4. The way I look at it, if it helped Tibetan Sherpas scurry up Everest, it's sure as hell gotta get me through an Ironman, right?!?!
According to WebMD:
Rhodiola is a plant. The root is used as medicine.
Rhodiola is used for many conditions, but so far, there isn’t enough scientific evidence to determine whether or not it is effective for any of them.
Rhodiola is used for increasing energy, stamina, strength and mental capacity; and as a so-called “adaptogen” to help the body adapt to and resist physical, chemical, and environmental stress. It is also used for improving athletic performance, shortening recovery time after long workouts
And what about Cordyceps? Well, that ingredient is a little more....odd. Again, from WebMD:
Cordyceps is a fungus that lives on certain caterpillars in the high mountain regions of China. Supplement makers are able to get enough of the product to sell because cordyceps will reproduce in the laboratory.
It is used for strengthening the immune system, improving athletic performance, reducing the effects of aging, and promoting longer life.
Some people use cordyceps as a stimulant, a tonic, and an “adaptogen,” which is used to increase energy, enhance stamina, and reduce fatigue.
Really? A fungus that lives on caterpillars? My first question is, who was the first person to think of using a fungus, found on a caterpillar, FOR ANYTHING?!?! My second question is, is this the perfect supplement? I mean, look at all of those benefits! Promoting longer life?!? Sweet, I'm in....even if it is some kind of fungus! According to their website, and a number of other sources on the net, it takes about 6 days before obtaining any benefit from the product and should be used for 1-2 months prior to an event. I'll report back in six days to let you know if I see any real results.
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