Does Beetroot Give You Energy?

Does Beetroot Give You Energy?

• Beetroot powder extract is a supplement that can improve athletic performance in endurance sports.

• Beetroot is high in inorganic nitrate, which is converted to nitric oxide in the body.

• Nitric oxide can improve blood flow, reduce the oxygen cost of exercise, and increase mitochondrial efficiency, all of which can contribute to improved endurance performance.

• Beetroot powder extract can increase energy levels throughout the day by improving blood flow and allowing the body to receive more oxygen.

• Beet juice supplementation increases oxygen uptake and boosts exercise performance.

• Consuming a beet juice shot before a race reduced 5K race times by 1.5 percent.

Beetroot powder extract is a supplement that has been shown to improve athletic performance, specifically in endurance sports.

PubMed Study: These biomarker improvements indicate that supplementation with beetroot juice could have ergogenic effects on cardiorespiratory endurance that would benefit athletic performance.

Beetroot is high in inorganic nitrate, which is converted to nitric oxide in the body. Nitric oxide is a vasodilator and has been shown to improve blood flow, reduce the oxygen cost of exercise (oxygen economy), and increase mitochondrial efficiency, all of which can contribute to improved endurance performance [1].

Beetroot for energy

Studies have shown that beetroot powder extract can increase energy levels throughout the day by improving blood flow and allowing the body to receive more oxygen. This increased oxygen delivery to the muscles can improve endurance performance [3].

RunnersWorld: “Nitric oxide acts on muscle cells and blood vessels, and being able to produce more nitric oxide might both improve muscle efficiency (and therefore running economy) and improve blood blow to muscle,” explains Andrew Jones, the Associate Dean of Research in the College of Life and Environmental Sciences at the University of Exeter

Oxygen uptake

Additionally, research has found that beet juice supplementation increases oxygen uptake and boosts exercise performance [2]. One study found that consuming a beet juice shot before a race reduced 5K race times by 1.5 percent [5].

RunnersWorld: The speed-boosting power of beet juice isn’t a new discovery; Holder says he’s been drinking it since his days as a college football player at the University of Pennsylvania; the University of Southern California’s basketball team had also credited it for their success on the court, and Auburn University’s football team members have also been devotees.

We recommend 8,000 mg of beetroot extract (Beetroot Pro®) as a daily dose for optimal nitric oxide effect.

As with any supplement, it is recommended to consult with a healthcare professional before beginning use.

5 Ways Beetroot Powder can Enhance Your Athletic Performance

Researchers found that drinking beetroot juice helped increase blood flow to muscles, which led to greater oxygen delivery and less fatigue during exercise. 

When Should I Take Beetroot Powder?

We find that Beetroot Pro® quickly absorbs, therefore taking 2 scoops with 8oz of chilled water 1-2 hours before your workout is optimal. You may also take Beetroot Pro® anytime of day as it does not contain any stimulants. Beetroot Pro is a beet extract, without any of the stomach churning fibers and sugar.

FDA Disclosure: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

It is recommended to consult with a healthcare professional before taking any dietary supplement especially if you have any medical condition, pregnancy, breastfeeding or are on any medication.