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What’s Included In Our Fitness Subscription Box (And Why)

Being physically unfit can lead to a myriad of different health problems. Cardiovascular and respiratory health is highly dependent on physical fitness to be at its best. The strength and amount of muscle you have on your body will also determine how well you’re able to move, and function.

When fitness isn’t up to par, all of your systems can suffer – and when that happens, the body gets sick. It’s inevitable, because each system relies heavily on the other and they all require movement to function properly.

As many as 80% of Americans are lacking when it comes to getting adequate exercise. Due to modern-day sedentary lifestyles, moving enough can be a real challenge for most people, whether due to time constraints or physical inability due to chronic disease. For those who want to step up their fitness game, supplementation may be required to help get moving and back to optimal health.

What supplements should I take for fitness?

Whether you are the type who enjoys minimal physical activity or someone who works out an hour a day, supplementation can be a great help on the road to true physical fitness. Not all supplements are created equal, though, and some can be of much greater benefit for those who want to move more in their daily lives.

For building muscle, many people opt for protein supplements because protein has been shown to help increase muscle mass. Other supplements people choose to take while taking on a fitness routine include:

Creatine

Popular among athletes and sports scientists, creatine is used as a pre-workout supplement to help increase performance, muscle mass, and overall strength.

Beta-alanine

Beta-alanine is an amino acid taken by people who work out regularly to help fight off dreaded muscle tiredness, although its efficacy in improving exercise ability over long periods of time may be lesser than the typical boost it gives during short bursts of exercise.

Citrulline

Another amino acid that’s popular among fitness enthusiasts is citrulline. It’s naturally produced in the body but is taken as a supplement to increase levels for better exercise performance due to increased oxygen flow.

Branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs)

BCAAs include three very important molecules that help in overall exercise performance by reducing mental fatigue and speeding up recovery time.  

Nitrate

Nitrate is generally found in vegetables, but it is also produced naturally in the body in small amounts. Some research has suggests that it can help with fitness due to its ability to increase blood flow.

Magnesium

This essential nutrient can help with blood pressure, recovery, and muscle soreness.

How do peptides help muscle growth?

Research on the use of peptides in older adults, specifically collagen peptides, has shown that they can have a direct effect on how much muscle mass a person has overall, as well as their level of strength. The aforementioned creatine is another peptide that can help boost muscle growth in those with regular fitness routines. Since peptides are a sort of mini-protein, they can have positive effects on muscle-building while also being easier for the body to absorb.

Other health benefits of peptides

Peptides aren’t just good for fitness. Research has shown that they hold a plethora of health benefits when taken properly and for the right reasons. Health conditions that can benefit from the use of peptide supplementation include:

• High blood pressure
• Inflammation
• Blood clotting
• Immune function
• Obesity
• Oxidative stress
• Wound healing
• Bone loss

Although this list is not exhaustive, it does highlight the many different uses for peptides. New research is ongoing in the realm of peptides for different health conditions, and it’s likely that will continue as they increase in popularity among health aficionados.

What is the best fitness box subscription?

There are many new subscription boxes to choose from if you’re looking to supplement your fitness routine. The Vital RX Fitness Subscription Box manages to stand out from the crowd with its carefully curated selection of essential vitamins, nutrients, and peptides that aim to improve fitness levels.

So, what are the key ingredients in the Vital RX Fitness Subscription Box? All of them have proven abilities to aid in the increase of overall fitness levels. Let’s take a closer look.

MK-677

MK-677 is an active nonpeptide that can increase the body’s secretion of the human growth hormone (HGH). When this happens, it can help to increase fat-free mass, which will then lead to a better ability to participate in fitness-related activities.

Glutamine/Arginine/Carnitine        

Otherwise known as G.A.C, glutamine, arginine, and carnitine are amino acids that work together as a group to help convert glycogen into energy. This helps to decrease fat stores within the body and burn more calories during a workout. It can aid in weight loss, but has also been shown to increase stamina, improve circulation, and prevent muscle loss.

Synapsin

Synapsins are proteins that belong to the same family and are involved in neurotransmitter release. They assist in maintaining levels of NAD within the body so that the regulation of cell metabolism is balanced. Research has found that synapsin levels can increase with regular exercise, and having elevated levels of the proteins from more exercise can help boost brain function.

Vitamin B12

This essential vitamin is needed for a plethora of different functions, including red blood cell formation and cell metabolism as well as DNA production and nerve function. Vitamin B12 also plays a vital role in energy levels.

DHEA

DHEA is considered the source of sex hormones and has been referred to as the “youth hormone”. Research has shown that it can help boost bone health, leading to lessened risk for osteoarthritis, as well as enhancing memory.

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