{"product_id":"go-nitrate-shot-strawberry-60ml-12-pack","title":"GO Nitrate Shot Strawberry 60ml 12 Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe key factors that determine successful performance within endurance sports can be classified as:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e1) maximal oxygen uptake (VO2 max),\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e2) lactate threshold\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e3) exercise economy\/efficiency \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eExercise economy\/ efficiency (also known at economy of motion) relates to the volume of oxygen required to move at a given speed or power output in endurance sports. In effect, those who can use less oxygen and expend less energy at higher workloads, are likely to perform better. This makes it a strong predictor of performance. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eTHE ROLE OF NITRATES \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eGiven the importance of exercise economy\/efficiency for performance, nutritional strategies that can reduce the oxygen cost of exercise, have gained increased popularity in recent years. In particular, nitrates. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral studies testing the effects of nitrate supplementation have concluded that nitrate oxide lowers oxygen demand during exercise and improves performance across a range of endurance events.  \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eHow do Nitrates work? \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhen nitrates are ingested, they are reduced to nitrite in the body and circulated in the blood. In conditions of low oxygen availability, nitrites can be converted into nitric oxide. Nitric oxide is especially important in several processes that enhance exercise performance. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eIt has been found to:  \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e- Increase efficiency of muscle contractions.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e- Increase energy production within the mitochondria.  \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e- Enhance blood flow to the exercising muscle due to its vasodilatory properties  (dilation of blood vessels which decreases blood pressure) .\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e- Improve heart health. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of these factors have been shown to contribute to a 5% reduction in the oxygen demand during submaximal exercise. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWHEN SHOULD I TAKE NITRATES? | EVIDENCE BASED USAGE RECOMMENDATIONS \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eOnce nitrates are consumed, blood concentrations peak after 1-2 hours. However, the concentration of the nitrite form only peaks after 2-3hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eTherefore, to reap maximum rewards, it is suggested you supplement 500mg of nitrates, 2-2.5 hours prior to exercise.  \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThere is also evidence to suggest that nitrate loading, prior to a competition, can further enhance your performance. This can be achieved by consuming upwards of 1000mg per day for 3-7 days prior to race day. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eEmerging evidence also suggests that consuming nitrates during events which last over 40 minutes may be associated with further benefits. This is because it helps maintain plasma nitrite concentrations, maintaining the associated benefits. It is recommended you consume 500mg during the event. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eOUR RANGE\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhilst nitrate containing products have previously been sourced from beetroot juice, the SiS Performance Nitrate range has been formulated using rhubarb juice concentrate and Amaranthus leaf extract. This delivers a higher dose of nitrates compared to market competitors, whilst also offering a superior taste profile. Often competitors products contain ineffective concentrations of nitrate. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eOur nitrate shot contains the recommended dose of 500mg for pre-race supplementation. The bar is a great option to keep your nitrate levels topped up during the race.  \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eBoth our shot and bars can be used as loading products for the days leading up to the competition.  \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eSTUDIES THAT SHOW NITRATE EFFICACY \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a performance perspective, nitrate supplementation appears to provide benefits across a range of performance tests lasting less than 40 minutes. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eHere is evidence: \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e- It was shown to allow cyclists to produce a higher power output, using the same amount of oxygen.  \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e- It was also shown that supplementing cyclists with 400 mg nitrate, 2.5 hours prior to a simulated endurance race, improved performance by 2.7% in the 4 km time trial and 2.8% in the 16.1 km time trial races. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e- Nitrate supplementation also appears to provide performance benefits during time to exhaustion tests. Improvements of up to 20% were reported in previous studies[6]. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e- In addition to its physiological benefits, it appears that nitrates may also help to maintain cognitive function during exercise. A 2015 study reported improvements in reaction time during the latter stages of exercise following nitrate ingestion.  \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e- Supplementation prior to each training session appears to enhance training adaptations. A study showed an additional 4% increase in maximal work rate, after a 3-week training block supplementing nitrates. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhat are natural sources of nitrates? \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAround 80% of dietary nitrates are found in green leafy vegetables. Smaller amounts are also found in processed meats such as hot dogs and cured meats.  \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eBarcode: 816435025408\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eProduct code: SIS SH NITRATE\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Science in Sport","offers":[{"title":"N\/A","offer_id":51551479660865,"sku":"SIS SH NITRATE","price":159.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/8795\/2193\/files\/DVPjI5LV5Ch2-Tc7ZLdHn_mkc.jpg?v=1779653947","url":"https:\/\/surfstitch.com\/products\/go-nitrate-shot-strawberry-60ml-12-pack","provider":"SurfStitch","version":"1.0","type":"link"}