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Product InformationCreatine for Power When performing intense, explosive actions the body expends a currency of energy known ATP. Increasing creatine levels in your muscles regenerates more ATP, allowing muscles to contract harder and with more force for longer. We use three types of creatine:
Studies show that creatine is best absorbed when insulin levels are elevated. We use a multi-carbohydrate complex (dextrose, fructose & sucrose) to provide this insulin spike to encourage maximum creatine absorption and also to provide a supply of important pre-training glycogen. Carb Complex for Fuel Pre-Training Glycogen If the body receives a significant amount of carbohydrate before training, research shows that it will burn this as fuel before turning to muscular glycogen. It's like using up a reserve tank before switching to the main tank, thus prolonging exercise before glycogen depletion, a form of fatigue.Multi-Channel Carb Absorption Consuming carbohydrates restore glycogen at a rate of approximately 1.1g per minute. Research suggests that different carbohydrates can be absorbed along different channels. The dextrose / fructose / sucrose complex we use has been shown to be absorbed at about 1.8g per minute. This is great for before or during training where fatigue is brought on by glycogen depletion and restoring glycogen as quickly as possible is critical.Beta Alanine for Endurance During exercise, our bodies accumulate a large amount of hydrogen ions (H+) at a greater rate than than they can remove them, causing our muscles to become more acidic. As our muscles become more acidic there is a drop in our ability to contract forcibly and maintain a high level of performance throughout a training session. These limitations can stop you from adequately overloading your muscles and forcing peak performance and new muscle gains. By keeping in a more optimal pH range, our muscles can continue to contract forcibly for a longer time. Beta Alanine is fast becoming a popular ingredient for building muscular endurance among elite athletes and is one of the industry's most studied and proven ergogenics (performance enhancers). Beta Alanine is the rate-limiting precursor of carnosine (a natually occuring amino acid), meaning that carnosine levels are limited by the amount of available beta alanine. This means that taking beta alanine generally boosts production of carnosine. Carnosine helps stabilise muscular pH by soaking up some of the hydrogen ions (H+) that are released at an accelerated rate during exercise. So effectively beta alanine allows the body to produce more carnosine, which acts like a buffer against lactic acid. This has been show to have profound benefits when training. Below is a list of benefits from taking beta-alanine, supported by peer-reviewed university research, published in reputable science journals: * Increased muscular strength & power * Increased muscle mass * Increased anaerobic endurance * Increased aerobic endurance * Delayed muscular fatigue (train harder for longer) Athletic Mineral Complex For Muscle Maintenance Hydration is not just about water: fluid loss via sweating involves the loss of electrolyte minerals such as magnesium, potassium and phosphorous. Taking electrolytes increases the rate of fluid absorption. These minerals may be undersupplied in the diet and are vital for maintaining cell fluid volume as well as reducing the liklihood of overhydration. Since minerals play such a vital role in so many metabolic functions, we have added a formula used not only to assist in muscle performance but also to aid hydration through replacing key minerals used by the body during exercise. Potassium - primarily electrolyte inside cells, controls fluid & electrolyte balance, assists nerve impulses. Phosphorous - creatine binds with phosphorus to make creatine phosphate, the molecule that recycles ATP. Magnesium - keep tissues relaxed, relieves muscular cramps & spasms, helps cardiovascular health. This formula alone can be extremely effective for athletes who sweat a lot or train in a warm climate. Other Ingredients We use only sucralose in tiny amounts (less that 0.1g per serving) to minimise unnecessary calorific and glycemic impact. We do not use aspartame, acesulfame K or saccharin (commonly used controversial sweeteners) All colours are natural. All flavors are either natural or nature identical. Dextrose, fructose, sucrose, creatine monohydrate, beta-alanine, citric acid, taurine, potassium phosphate, flavour (fruit punch or orange), creatine ethyl ester, dicreatine malate, natural colour (beet red), trisodium citrate, magnesium oxide, caffeine, sweetener (sucralose). For short intense exercises creatine may actively regenerate more ATP (the "currency" of energy) in muscle cells. So when your muscles are loaded with creatine you may be able to carry out maximal power output for longer and train harder thus enhancing performance and generating faster muscle growth straight away. Beta alanine may help produce more carnosine, a buffer against lactic acid that limits your explosive exercise power. Increased carnosine levels have been shown to lead to a decrease in fatigue in athletes and may support muscular endurance. Elsom Elite contains 60g of mixed carbohydrates in order stimulate an insulin response so that creatine is rushed through to muscle cells. It is best taken by gradually increasing dosage over a 7 day loading period in order to saturate muscle tissues and then moving onto a maintenance regime. Shake two level scoops of Elsom Elite with 300-400ml of water and take as below. For half servings, use one level scoop in 200ml of water. Loading period: Day 1 - 1 serving Day 2 - 1 serving Day 3 - 1.5 servings Day 4 - 2 servings Day 5 - 2 servings Day 6 - 2 servings Day 7 - 2 servings Maintenance period: Non-training days - 1 serving early in the day Training days - 1 serving before or during training Some individuals may experience a mild flushing or tingling sensation on initial use. If this occurs, divide daily dose into half serving doses (1 level scoop in 200ml water) and gradually increase dosage from a half to 1 full serving daily. If this continues, limit dosage to a half serving daily or discontinue use. Contains a source of caffeine. Not suitable for children, pregnant or lactating women or people sensitive to caffeine. Why would I use Elite? Elite is designed to provide specific types nutrients that are intended to increase and sustain physical performance. It is suitable for use in all areas of sports performance, gym, training and athletic endeavor. The product is beneficial in a number of key ways (see product description). It is also includes a mineral formula that may be particularly useful for those wanting to prevent spasms and strains and maintain hydration. When / how do I use this? Click on the "Directions" section above for detailed information. Can I take Elite if I have a medical condition/am pregnant? If you suffer from a medical condition or are under medical supervision of any kind, it is recommended that you consult your healthcare practitioner before taking Elite or any sports nutrition product. Is this better than taking regular food sources? Supplements are not intended to take the place of a wholefood diet. However there is research to show that certain substances, if provided in sufficient amounts, can aid things like performance, conditioning, stamina and muscle-building. To consume ideal amounts of these substances can be very difficult. Firstly, you may need to eat a signifcant amount of food and secondly, the majority of modern food may contain enough quality nutrition to do so. Therefore products like Elite are an ideal way to provide such nutrition. Can I take Elite before I go to bed? This is not recommended as there is sugar present in the product. Some people may find that consuming these ingredients can disrupt sleeping patterns. Are there any side effects? Beta-Alanine can cause tingling in the skin. This is completely harmless. Not everyone experiences this and it tends to disappear after a few doses of the product. High amino acid products can sometimes cause light queeziness, which is also harmless. If any adverse reactions occur you can half the dosage until symptoms subside and then gradually increase the dosage until you have returned to the recommended level. How long can I take this for? There is no limit on the period of time that you can take Elite. If you have any concerns about taking this product long-term, we would recommend that you cycle it. This means introducing "time on" and "time off" periods. For example, talk Elite for 4 weeks, break for 4 weeks and then repeat. Is Elite vegetarian? Yes. Is creatine harmful? Creatine is not a hormone. Therefore it does not have the side effects associated with any Prohormone or illegal steroid. There have been hundreds of studies done on creatine that all show that it is a safe supplement. To further prove its safety two an a half million kilograms of creatine were consumed in the United States alone in 1999. That statistic alone speaks volumes about the safety and efficiency of this supplement. Not only that, but creatine has been the number one supplement on the market for almost a decade Is it unhealthy to prevent acid buildup with beta alanine? Lactic acid is a byproduct of some of the metabolic reactions that take place when you exercise. Its causes your muscle to turn acidic, which means they cannot contract as well as normal. Beta-alanine causes a buffer against the build up of this acid. It does not work to numb the pain of your muscles and so is not a harmful process. How long will it take to notice the benefits? Generally, most people will experience an immediate energy boost. Explosive energy levels increase after 4-5 days of taking the product. At 8-10 days you may begin to find that a longer time before reaching musclular fatigue. Do I have to do the loading period? No. Loading is an optional phase some people do to help saturate muscle tissues with the nutrients and thus get results faster. Why does the powder clump together over time and is it still ok to use? The powder may clump together because the carbohydrates in Elite are hygroscopic. This means that they can absorb moisture from the air, causing them to clump together. This is completely harmless. As soon as the product is mixed with water it disperses. I get a tingly feeling after taking Elite. What causes this and is it safe? This is caused by the beta-alanine. It is completely harmless. Not everyone will experience this, and it tends to subside after a short period of use. If you are concerned, simply drop to half the dosage temporarily and resume the full dosage once you are comfortable to continue. I felt queasy after taking Elite. What causes this and is it safe? Products containing high levels amino acid can cause light queasiness. Not everyone will experience this, and it tends to subside after a short period of use. If you are concerned, simply drop to half the dosage temporarily and resume the full dosage once you are comfortable to continue. Will I lose all of the benefits if I stop taking Elite? To get the benefits of creatine and beta-alanine your muscles need to be loaded with these compounds. To maintain this level you do need to keep consuming them. However, one of the benefits of taking a performance product is that it allows you to train harder, and training harder builds more muscle. Your general nutritional intake and your training regime is vital to maintaining these gains. |
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