U Nitrate - Beet Shot is finally here!
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One of Umaras guiding principles is Performance, and the pursuit of it is always a priority. In recent years, scientific studies have shown a clear correlation between Beetroot juice (where the active substance is Nitrate) and increased performance. Therefore, we are now very proud to present our own U Nitrate - Beetroot shot.
U Nitrate is a concentrated beetroot shot containing 500mg of nitrate (8 mmol). We have chosen to increase the amount of nitrate in U Nitrate from the 400mg that many others have, up to 500mg (+25%). The reason is quite simple: for the majority of athletes, one shot is sufficient to achieve the vasodilatory effect seen in studies on athletes.
- If you have a VO2max of 60ml/kg/min or lower, 500mg (8mmol) seems to work excellently. If you have a higher oxygen uptake, you will need 2 shots or buffer (see usage instructions).
U Nitrate is a concentrated beetroot shot containing 500mg of nitrate (8 mmol). We have chosen to increase the amount of nitrate in U Nitrate from the 400mg that many others have, up to 500mg (+25%). The reason is quite simple: for the majority of athletes, one shot is sufficient to achieve the vasodilatory effect seen in studies on athletes.
- If you have a VO2max of 60ml/kg/min or lower, 500mg (8mmol) seems to work excellently. If you have a higher oxygen uptake, you will need 2 shots or buffer (see usage instructions).
Usage
Drink 1-2 U Nitrate shots 2.5 hours before activity. Avoid spitting during the period from intake to the start of the activity, as this interrupts the vasodilatory effect.
Below are answers to common questions and also a video where Simon and Tommy discuss more about U Nitrate and how it is used to Perform More.
Below are answers to common questions and also a video where Simon and Tommy discuss more about U Nitrate and how it is used to Perform More.
Questions & Answers
How does U Nitrate work? The nitrate in U Nitrate comes from beetroot extract and is converted through a series of steps into nitric oxide (NO), which is the active substance that dilates/widens our blood vessels. This decreases the resistance in blood vessels, increases blood circulation, and optimizes oxygen delivery to working muscles.
Do I need to preload U Nitrate? If you have an oxygen uptake above 60ml/kg/min, we recommend taking 2 shots 2.5 hours before activity. If you want to ensure a maximized effect, you can also preload the levels by taking 1 shot per day for 4-7 days prior to competition. If you have done a preload, 1 shot 2.5 hours before the start is sufficient, regardless of oxygen uptake.
If you want to learn even more about how Nitrate works in the body, we recommend Prestera Mera episode #4