Facts at a Glance Siberian ginseng (ciwujia) is an adaptogenic herb thought to increase endurance. There are two active ingredients in the plant: the eleutherosides derived from the root and the ciwujianosides derived from the leaves; both appear to have similar effects, but only the former are commonly found in formulations. Siberian ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus) is in the […]
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Caffeine Supplement Guide
Facts at a Glance Summary Caffeine improves mood and energy, increases focus and accuracy, and decreases pain and rates of perceived exertion. Non-users stand to gain the most when using it as an acute ergogenic aid for short-term events, such as competitions or projects, but even habitual users can experience benefits such as improved training […]
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Citrulline Malate Supplement Guide
Citrulline malate may be the next big “nitric oxide booster”. For now, at least small amounts of research back the supplement as a means to improve aerobic energy metabolism, help prevent the pump, and increase endurance.
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Beta-Alanine Supplement Guide
Beta-alanine is a sports supplement used to increase muscle carnosine levels, which in turns improves endurance—especially power endurance. This article covers everything a climber needs to know about beta-alanine.
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