Description
Nitrate VO2 Maximizer¹⁷
The most powerful beetroot nitrate supplement ever engineered for endurance athletes
Instant VO2-maximizing formula from SCN™. A 60:1 beetroot extract and a 1500 mg dose of arginine nitrate deliver a dual-pathway nitric oxide surge — reinforced by beta-alanine, D-ribose, DMG, calcium pyruvate and a triple adaptogen complex. Drink it 50–60 minutes before you train or race. Then go further on less oxygen.
🏃 Endurance athletes
Lower the oxygen cost of every kilometre, buffer the burn, and recharge ATP mid-effort. Built for runners, cyclists, triathletes, swimmers and rowers who refuse to accept “good enough”.
❤️ Wellbeing & healthy ageing
Dietary nitrate, grape seed polyphenols, vitamin C and B-vitamins support normal blood-vessel function, circulation and protection of cells from oxidative stress — the foundation of staying active for decades.
🧠 Brain & focus
Better cerebral blood flow from nitrates, a smooth guarana lift, and rhodiola’s resilience to mental fatigue keep decision-making sharp at hour four — or at the end of a long working day.
Why Nitrate VO2 Maximizer¹⁷ is a different kind of beetroot nitrate supplement
Most “beetroot” products are diluted juices, shots or low-potency powders that ask your body to do a lot of work for very little nitrate. Nitrate VO2 Maximizer¹⁷ takes the opposite approach: a 60:1 beetroot extract (1000 mg — the concentrate of 60 g of raw beetroot) stacked with a 1500 mg dose of arginine nitrate, so your body receives nitrate through the food-derived nitrate–nitrite–NO pathway et the enzymatic L-arginine–NOS pathway at the same time.
Around that nitric-oxide core we built a complete 17-ingredient performance matrix: acid buffering (beta-alanine), cellular oxygen utilisation (dimethylglycine), ATP resynthesis (D-ribose, calcium pyruvate, niacin), stress resilience (rhodiola, cordyceps, Siberian ginseng), focus (guarana) and antioxidant protection (grape seed 95% polyphenols, cranberry 50:1, vitamin C). One sachet, one drink, 50–60 minutes before the start.
The Synergistic Formula at a glance
- The 60:1 advantage: why settle for a standard beetroot powder when you can have a 60× concentrated extract for maximum nitrate density?
- Dual-pathway nitric oxide: arginine nitrate (1500 mg) + beetroot extract 60:1 (1000 mg) feed both the nitrate–nitrite–NO route and the L-arginine–NOS route.
- Zero-lag energy: guarana (22% caffeine, 88 mg) and D-ribose (1200 mg) for immediate drive and rapid ATP replenishment.
- The adaptogen edge: rhodiola rosea 5:1, cordyceps sinensis 4:1 and Siberian ginseng 25:1 help you resist physical stress and crush plateaus.
- Precision buffering: beta-alanine (1200 mg) and dimethylglycine (1200 mg) to delay the burn and optimise oxygen use at cellular level.
- Metabolic efficiency: betaine HCl, calcium pyruvate, niacin (1250% NRV) and P5P vitamin B6 (357% NRV) make sure every milligram is used.
- Antioxidant shield: grape seed extract 25:1 standardised to 95% polyphenols, cranberry 50:1 and vitamin C 200 mg.
Train on less oxygen. Finish with more in the tank.
10 sachets · Forest Fruits · €105.00 · Ships from the EU
The science of the red line — and how a beetroot nitrate supplement moves it
Every endurance athlete knows the moment: lungs burning, legs turning to lead, pace fading. In sports science this is the battle for oxygen economy. Your performance is dictated by how efficiently you transport oxygen to working muscle and how quickly you clear the hydrogen ions and metabolic waste that shut contraction down. Standard supplements fail because they are under-dosed or rely on raw powders. Nitrate VO2 Maximizer¹⁷ changes the math across four fronts.
1. The nitrate–nitrite–NO pathway: fluid dynamics for your vessels
Dietary nitrate is reduced to nitrite by bacteria on the tongue and then to nitric oxide in the stomach, blood and muscle — a pathway that works best precisely when oxygen is scarce and tissue is acidic, i.e. during hard exercise. In a landmark University of Exeter study, dietary nitrate reduced the oxygen cost of submaximal exercise by about 5% et extended time to exhaustion by 16% in healthy men (Bailey et al., 2009). Acute nitrate ingestion improved 4 km and 16.1 km cycling time-trial performance by 2.8% and 2.7% respectively (Lansley et al., 2011), and a 2022 meta-analysis of 24 studies concluded that nitrate supplementation improves 5–30-minute time-trial performance (Wong et al., 2022). The same improvement in exercise efficiency means you can hold the same power while consuming less oxygen — effectively lifting your functional VO2 ceiling.
Arginine nitrate adds the second route. L-arginine is the substrate for nitric oxide synthase, and acute L-arginine ingestion has been shown to reduce the O₂ cost of moderate exercise by 7% and extend high-intensity tolerance (Bailey et al., 2010), while the nitrate half of the molecule tops up plasma nitrite directly. Two pathways, one surge.
2. Neutralising the burn with precision buffering
Push into the anaerobic zone and hydrogen ions accumulate, dropping muscle pH. 1200 mg beta-alanine raises muscle carnosine, the dominant intracellular buffer; a meta-analysis of 15 studies found beta-alanine improves high-intensity exercise lasting 1–4 minutes by a median 2.85% (Hobson et al., 2012). Paired with 1200 mg dimethylglycine, a methyl donor traditionally used to support cellular oxygen utilisation, you stay in the “green zone” longer before the wall arrives.
3. ATP resynthesis: recharging the battery mid-race
Endurance is a race against ATP depletion. D-ribose (1200 mg) is the pentose backbone of the ATP molecule itself, calcium pyruvate (1200 mg) is the direct entry fuel for the Krebs cycle, and nicotinamide (200 mg NE) is the precursor of NAD⁺/NADH, the coenzymes that carry electrons to the mitochondria. Together they help your cells rebuild energy between surges, climbs and sprints rather than simply spending it.
4. Adaptogenic armour: stress resilience from the first kilometre to the last
Long-distance training is a massive load on the nervous and endocrine systems. The “triple adaptogen” complex — rhodiola rosea 5:1 (3% rosavins, 1% salidrosides), cordyceps sinensis 4:1 (10% polysaccharides) et Siberian ginseng 25:1 — helps regulate the stress response so mental focus at kilometre 40 matches kilometre 1. Acute rhodiola has been shown to extend time to exhaustion in trained subjects (De Bock et al., 2004) and to speed up a 6 km cycling time trial while lowering perceived exertion (Noreen et al., 2013); three weeks of cordyceps militaris supplementation increased VO₂max and ventilatory threshold in young adults (Hirsch et al., 2017).
Sport benefits of Nitrate VO2 Maximizer¹⁷
- Enhanced VO2 max & oxygen economy: optimises oxygen uptake and utilisation for peak aerobic performance.
- Explosive endurance: high-dose arginine nitrate promotes sustained blood flow and muscle pump.
- Lactic-acid buffering: beta-alanine (1200 mg) helps delay the burn during high-intensity intervals.
- Rapid ATP recovery: D-ribose accelerates restoration of cellular energy stores between surges.
- Fatigue resistance: rhodiola rosea (3% rosavins) and Siberian ginseng increase resilience to physical exertion.
- Sharpened mental focus: guarana extract provides a clean, sustained cognitive lift for better tactical execution.
- Metabolic drive: calcium pyruvate supports efficient conversion of fats and carbohydrates into energy.
- Electrolyte support: potassium citrate contributes to normal muscle function and fluid balance in sweat-heavy sessions.
Health & wellbeing benefits
- Circulation & vascular support: high-potency beetroot nitrate and niacin (1250% NRV) support normal blood-vessel function and healthy circulation.
- Antioxidant defence: grape seed extract (95% polyphenols) and vitamin C contribute to the protection of cells from oxidative stress caused by intense training.
- Nervous-system & hormonal balance: vitamin B6 as pyridoxal-5-phosphate contributes to normal psychological function and the regulation of hormonal activity.
- Immune resilience: vitamin C, cordyceps polysaccharides and cranberry extract 50:1 support natural defences during heavy training cycles.
- Brain blood flow: dietary nitrate has been shown to increase regional cerebral perfusion, supporting cognitive performance under load.
You really need it.
Nitrate VO2 Maximizer¹⁷ isn’t just another pre-workout — it is a 17-ingredient physiological overhaul for the athlete who refuses to accept “good enough”.
Engineered for YOUR sport
Different disciplines place different demands on your physiology — the hypoxic stress of a 200 m swim is nothing like the oxidative toll of 42.2 km. Nitrate VO2 Maximizer¹⁷ is dosed to solve the specific metabolic bottleneck of each.
🚴 For cyclists — defy the gradient
When the road tilts up and your heart rate redlines, your muscles crave two things: oxygen and acid buffering. 1000 mg beetroot 60:1 et beta-alanine work in tandem — nitrates reduce the oxygen cost of submaximal work, so you hold a higher FTP for less effort, while carnosine mops up the acid of every out-of-the-saddle surge.
🏊 For swimmers — master the hypoxic zone
Swimming is a constant fight against water resistance and limited oxygen intake. Cordyceps 4:1 et dimethylglycine are your weapons for oxygen economy, optimising how cells use oxygen during breath-holding and high-intensity lengths.
🏃 For marathon runners — efficiency over 42.2 km
Running economy is the strongest predictor of marathon success. Use ~5% less oxygen at race pace and the wall at kilometre 32 simply arrives later. Nitrate d'arginine et grape seed 95% polyphenols keep your vascular piping wide and elastic, maximising delivery and minimising oxidative damage over hours of impact.
🏋️ For CrossFit & HYROX athletes — the work-capacity catalyst
Transition from heavy loads to high-intensity aerobic bursts without losing focus. D-ribose accelerates ATP resynthesis between movements; guarana supplies the cognitive drive to stay tactical deep into a grinding AMRAP.
🏊♂️🚴♂️🏃♂️ For triathletes — the ultimate transition tool
Triathlon is metabolic flexibility: horizontal swim, vertical bike power, run impact. The triple adaptogen complex (rhodiola, cordyceps, Siberian ginseng) stabilises your stress response, while potassium citrate supports electrolyte balance and normal muscle function through the fourth-hour transition.
🏟️ For track & field — the finishing kick
In a sport decided by hundredths, anaerobic capacity is everything. Pyruvate de calcium et arginine nitrate provide immediate metabolic fuel — pyruvate accelerates glucose transport into muscle so the tank is full for the final 100 m.
Nitrate VO2 Maximizer¹⁷ doesn’t just give you a boost — it changes how your body handles the stress of your specific sport. Pick your discipline, fuel your engine, redefine your limits.
Nutriments par dose journalière recommandée
| Ingrédient | Per 1 sachet (17.55 g) |
|---|---|
| Nitrate d'arginine | 1500 mg |
| Beetroot extract 60:1 | 1000 mg |
| Grape seed extract 25:1 — of which polyphenols (95%) |
200 mg 190 mg |
| Dimethylglycine (DMG) | 1200 mg |
| Bétaïne HCl | 500 mg |
| Pyruvate de calcium — of which calcium |
1200 mg 216 mg (27%*) |
| D-Ribose | 1200 mg |
| Pyridoxal-5-phosphate — of which vitamin B6 |
5.05 mg 5 mg (357%*) |
| Nicotinamide — of which niacin |
203 mg 200 mg NE (1250%*) |
| Citrate de potassium — of which potassium |
500 mg 190 mg (9.5%*) |
| Guarana extract — of which caffeine (22%) |
400 mg 88 mg |
| Siberian ginseng extract 25:1 | 300 mg |
| Bêta-alanine | 1200 mg |
| Cranberry extract 50:1 | 300 mg |
| Rhodiola rosea extract 5:1 — of which rosavins (3%) — of which salidrosides (1%) |
500 mg 15 mg 5 mg |
| Cordyceps sinensis extract 4:1 — of which polysaccharides (10%) |
500 mg 50 mg |
| Vitamine C | 200 mg (250%*) |
*NRV — Nutrient Reference Value.
All 17 ingredients, explained in full
Nitrate d'arginine 1500 mg
“The ultimate pump catalyst.”
Ce que c'est : a high-performance fusion of the amino acid L-arginine and a nitrate molecule. Arginine nitrate produces nitric oxide through two distinct pathways — the L-arginine–NOS pathway and the nitrate–nitrite–NO pathway — giving a more reliable and sustained vasodilation effect than standard arginine alone. Acute L-arginine has been shown to cut the O₂ cost of moderate exercise by 7% and extend severe-intensity tolerance (Bailey et al., 2010); combined arginine + nitrate ingestion roughly doubles plasma nitrite versus placebo (Sandbakk et al., 2015).
Sport benefits
- Significant increase in muscular pump and vascularity.
- Enhanced delivery of nutrients and oxygen to working muscle.
- Reduced oxygen cost during submaximal exercise.
- Improved clearance of metabolic waste such as ammonia.
- Extended time to exhaustion in high-intensity training.
- Faster intra-workout recovery between sets.
- Enhanced muscle-fibre recruitment.
- Greater overall training-volume capacity.
Health benefits
- Supports normal endothelial and blood-vessel function.
- Promotes healthy systemic circulation.
- Supports normal immune function and tissue repair.
- Helps maintain vascular flexibility with age.
Beetroot Extract 60:1 1000 mg
“Pure performance concentration.”
Ce que c'est : an ultra-concentrated 60:1 extract — one gram represents 60 g of raw beetroot — that strips away the bulk, water and sugar of juice and leaves the fast-acting nitrates and betalains your body actually needs. Beetroot is one of nature’s richest sources of inorganic nitrate, reduced to nitrite in the mouth and then to nitric oxide in the stomach, blood and muscle. Dietary nitrate is recognised by the International Olympic Committee consensus statement as one of the few supplements with good evidence for performance enhancement. It is the hero of this beetroot nitrate supplement.
Sport benefits
- Directly raises plasma nitrate and nitrite for rapid performance gains.
- Improves mitochondrial efficiency — more work for less oxygen.
- Enhances skeletal-muscle contractile efficiency.
- Preferentially increases blood flow to high-power type II fibres.
- Increases muscular endurance in resistance training.
- Accelerates recovery by reducing exercise-induced oxidative stress.
- Supports neuromuscular performance in strenuous efforts.
- Boosts peak power output in sprints and explosive movements.
Health benefits
- Supports normal blood-vessel function and healthy circulation.
- Contains potent betalain pigments with high antioxidant activity.
- Supports a healthy inflammatory response after exercise.
- Promotes brain health by improving blood flow to the frontal lobe.
Grape Seed Extract 25:1 — 95% polyphenols 200 mg
“The oxidative shield.”
Ce que c'est : a premium 25:1 extract standardised to 95% polyphenols, supplying 190 mg of active oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPCs) per serving. OPCs are among the most powerful plant antioxidants known, protecting the vascular system from oxidative damage and supporting the integrity and elasticity of blood vessels — exactly the tissue a nitric-oxide formula puts to work.
Sport benefits
- Protects muscle from exercise-induced oxidative damage.
- Supports healthy blood flow for better nutrient partitioning.
- Helps reduce post-workout muscle soreness.
- Maintains vascular elasticity under high pressure.
- Supports connective-tissue integrity.
- Enhances endurance through better circulatory efficiency.
- Reduces free-radical load during aerobic exertion.
- Supports long-term training consistency by minimising wear and tear.
Health benefits
- Supports normal heart and blood-vessel function.
- Supports skin health and collagen maintenance.
- Raises total antioxidant capacity of the blood.
- Supports healthy lipid metabolism.
Dimethylglycine (DMG) 1200 mg
“Breathe deeper, push harder.”
Ce que c'est : N,N-dimethylglycine, an “oxygen-metaboliser” amino-acid derivative provided at a significant 1200 mg dose. DMG acts as a methyl donor and metabolic intermediary, playing a role in DNA synthesis, neurotransmitter production and the optimisation of cellular oxygen consumption — which is why it has long been used by endurance athletes and at altitude.
Sport benefits
- Supports efficient oxygen utilisation at cellular level.
- Helps reduce lactic-acid accumulation in intense sets.
- Enhances stamina and endurance in prolonged activity.
- Supports mental clarity and focus under physical stress.
- Promotes faster recovery between high-intensity intervals.
- Aids the body’s response to physical and environmental stressors.
- Supports cellular energy production.
- Enhances overall vitality and training drive.
Health benefits
- Supports immune-system function and resilience.
- Supports normal liver function and methylation.
- Promotes cognitive function and mental sharpness.
- Acts as a supportive nutrient for cardiovascular wellbeing.
Bétaïne HCl 500 mg
“The absorption architect.”
Ce que c'est : betaine (trimethylglycine) paired with hydrochloric acid. Betaine HCl supports digestive efficiency by supporting stomach acidity, while the betaine component is an osmolyte that protects cells against dehydration and heat stress — and a methyl donor that contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism (an authorised EU health claim).
Sport benefits
- Optimises digestion of proteins and amino acids for repair.
- Acts as an osmolyte to maintain cellular hydration in sweat-heavy sessions.
- Supports power output and strength in resistance training.
- Aids maintenance of lean muscle mass.
- Enhances training-volume capacity.
- Contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism for better recovery.
- Promotes metabolic efficiency during exertion.
- Assists nutrient absorption to prevent training-related shortfalls.
Health benefits
- Promotes healthy digestion and nutrient uptake.
- Supports normal liver function and fat metabolism.
- Contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism.
- Supports digestive comfort after meals.
Pyruvate de calcium 1200 mg
“Ignite your metabolic engine.”
Ce que c'est : a stabilised form of pyruvic acid delivering 216 mg of elemental calcium (27% NRV). Pyruvate is the end product of glycolysis and the direct entry fuel for the Krebs cycle, which generates ATP — the energy currency of the cell. Calcium itself contributes to normal muscle function and normal energy-yielding metabolism.
Sport benefits
- Accelerates glucose and protein transport into muscle cells.
- Enhances both aerobic and anaerobic energy production.
- Supports fat-loss efforts by raising metabolic rate.
- Helps maintain stamina in long-duration endurance events.
- Supports glycogen replenishment post-exercise.
- Optimises conversion of carbohydrate into usable energy.
- Provides calcium for normal muscle contraction and bone maintenance.
- Helps reduce fatigue in repetitive movements.
Health benefits
- Supports healthy weight management.
- Supports a healthy inflammatory response.
- Calcium contributes to the maintenance of normal bones.
- Supports normal immune-system function.
D-Ribose 1200 mg
“The ATP recharge station.”
Ce que c'est : a naturally occurring five-carbon sugar that forms the structural backbone of ATP, ADP and AMP. The body can make it, but slowly; supplemental ribose bypasses the rate-limiting step of the pentose-phosphate pathway so cells can rebuild adenine nucleotides faster after exhaustive exercise.
Sport benefits
- Accelerates recovery of ATP levels after exhaustive exercise.
- Shortens energy-restoration time between training days.
- Helps minimise muscle cramping and stiffness.
- Supports heart-muscle energy supply under heavy physical strain.
- Enhances resilience to high-volume training cycles.
- Reduces post-exercise fatigue and brain fog.
- Supports cellular integrity in low-oxygen conditions.
- Promotes vitality during intensive competition phases.
Health benefits
- Supports normal heart-muscle energy metabolism.
- Helps maintain everyday energy levels.
- Supports cognitive function and mental energy.
- Aids cellular repair and healthy ageing.
Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate (Vitamin B6) 5 mg · 357% NRV
“Active energy ignition.”
Ce que c'est : the bioactive, co-enzymated form of vitamin B6. Unlike pyridoxine, P5P needs no liver conversion and is immediately available for amino-acid metabolism and neurotransmitter synthesis. Vitamin B6 contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism, the reduction of tiredness and fatigue, normal red-blood-cell formation and the regulation of hormonal activity (authorised EU health claims).
Sport benefits
- Essential for haemoglobin synthesis to carry oxygen to muscle.
- Supports conversion of stored glycogen into glucose for energy.
- Contributes to the regulation of hormonal activity for training adaptation.
- Aids absorption and utilisation of amino acids for repair.
- Supports normal muscle and nerve function.
- Supports mental focus and reaction time.
- Helps maintain normal nervous-system function under stress.
- Contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
Health benefits
- Contributes to normal psychological function and mood balance.
- Contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism.
- Contributes to normal immune-system function.
- Supports healthy skin and nerve function.
Nicotinamide (Niacin, Vitamin B3) 200 mg NE · 1250% NRV
“The metabolic powerhouse.”
Ce que c'est : a non-flushing form of vitamin B3 at a bold 200 mg NE. Nicotinamide is the direct precursor of NAD⁺ and NADH, the coenzymes at the heart of every energy-producing reaction in the mitochondria. Niacin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism, normal psychological function and the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
Sport benefits
- Critical for breaking down fats, carbohydrates and protein into ATP.
- Supports DNA repair after intense physical stress.
- Enhances cellular energy signalling via NAD⁺.
- Promotes healthy blood flow and skin.
- Supports normal blood-glucose handling during exercise.
- Supports production of adrenal hormones.
- Helps maintain mental alertness in long events.
- Non-flush — all the energy support without the niacin flush.
Health benefits
- Supports healthy lipid metabolism.
- Contributes to the maintenance of normal skin.
- Supports cellular protection from oxidative damage.
- Contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system.
Citrate de potassium 500 mg · 190 mg potassium
“The precision electrolyte.”
Ce que c'est : a highly bioavailable, alkalising mineral form providing 190 mg of elemental potassium. Potassium is the primary intracellular electrolyte, essential for the electrical potential of cell membranes, and contributes to normal muscle function, normal functioning of the nervous system and the maintenance of normal blood pressure (authorised EU health claims).
Sport benefits
- Helps prevent cramping by balancing intracellular fluid.
- Supports rapid nerve-impulse transmission for agility.
- Essential for normal muscle contraction and relaxation.
- Citrate form adds a mild alkalising effect that complements beta-alanine.
- Supports storage of carbohydrate as muscle glycogen.
- Aids systemic hydration balance.
- Reduces post-workout muscle weakness.
- Supports normal heart rhythm during peak cardio.
Health benefits
- Contributes to the maintenance of normal blood pressure.
- Contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system.
- Supports normal acid–base balance.
- Contributes to normal muscle function.
Guarana Extract — 22% caffeine 400 mg · 88 mg caffeine
“Clean, constant energy.”
Ce que c'est : a natural stimulant standardised to 22% caffeine, providing 88 mg of caffeine bound to tannins and other polyphenols. The tannin binding slows absorption, giving a smoother, longer-lasting lift than synthetic caffeine with less of the spike-and-crash. 88 mg is roughly one espresso — enough to lower perceived exertion without interfering with your nitrate response.
Sport benefits
- Sharpened mental focus and cognitive drive in competition.
- Increased fat oxidation to spare glycogen.
- Reduced rating of perceived exertion (RPE) during hard training.
- Enhanced reaction time and tactical awareness.
- Boosts metabolic rate for improved calorie burning.
- Supports sustained endurance in long-distance events.
- Reduces training-related lethargy.
- Clean energy with minimal jitters.
Health benefits
- Rich in antioxidants similar to green tea.
- May support long-term memory and cognitive health.
- Supports healthy weight management.
- Reduces mental fatigue in daily tasks.
Siberian Ginseng Extract 25:1 300 mg
“The resilience factor.”
Ce que c'est : a high-potency 25:1 extract of Eleutherococcus senticosus root. A classic adaptogen used by Soviet-era endurance programmes, eleuthero helps the body maintain homeostasis by regulating the adrenal response to physical and mental stress.
Sport benefits
- Increases overall physical work capacity.
- Shortens recovery after exhaustive sessions.
- Supports the immune system during heavy training blocks.
- Enhances the body’s ability to use fatty acids for fuel.
- Supports adrenal health to help avoid overtraining.
- Improves mental alertness under fatigue.
- Enhances cardiovascular endurance.
- Promotes calm focus in high-pressure events.
Health benefits
- Supports natural immune defences.
- Supports normal blood-glucose balance.
- Helps combat daily stress and burnout.
- Promotes overall vitality and healthy ageing.
Beta-Alanine 1200 mg
“The acid buffer.”
Ce que c'est : the rate-limiting precursor of carnosine, the dipeptide that buffers hydrogen ions inside muscle and prevents the pH drop that drives fatigue. Beta-alanine is one of the best-evidenced ergogenic aids in sport: a meta-analysis of 15 studies found a median 2.85% improvement in exercise lasting 1–4 minutes (Hobson et al., 2012), and the IOC consensus statement lists it among supplements with strong evidence. Daily use raises muscle carnosine progressively — so every sachet builds on the last.
Sport benefits
- Increases muscle carnosine for superior acid buffering.
- Significantly delays fatigue in 1–4-minute high-intensity efforts.
- Improves sprint, rowing and cycling-interval performance.
- Enhances training volume and repetition capacity.
- Supports lean-muscle gains over time.
- Improves time to exhaustion in aerobic exercise.
- Enhances power output at the end of a hard workout.
- Supports tactical performance in combat sports.
Health benefits
- Carnosine provides antioxidant protection within muscle tissue.
- Supports healthy ageing and muscle maintenance.
- Promotes healthy brain carnosine levels.
- May support cognitive function under stress.
Cranberry Extract 50:1 300 mg
“Systemic defence.”
Ce que c'est : an ultra-pure 50:1 extract of Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit, rich in A-type proanthocyanidins (PACs) with unique anti-adhesion properties that support a healthy microbiome and gut lining — the barrier that heavy endurance training puts under strain.
Sport benefits
- Protects against oxidative stress during heavy aerobic loading.
- Supports gut health for better nutrient absorption.
- Supports a healthy inflammatory response to repetitive training.
- Aids maintenance of a healthy immune system.
- Supports vascular health through its polyphenol content.
- Assists natural waste clearance.
- Provides protective nutrients for joint and tissue health.
- Supports long-term health consistency for uninterrupted training.
Health benefits
- Supports normal urinary-tract comfort and hygiene.
- Rich in protective antioxidants for the cardiovascular system.
- Promotes a healthy bacterial balance in the microbiome.
- Supports gum and oral health.
Rhodiola Rosea Extract 5:1 — 3% rosavins, 1% salidrosides 500 mg
“The mental edge.”
Ce que c'est : a 5:1 root extract standardised to the two marker compounds that matter — 3% rosavins (15 mg) and 1% salidrosides (5 mg). Rhodiola is a premier adaptogen that supports mitochondrial energy production and helps regulate cortisol, increasing resilience to physical stress. Acute rhodiola extended time to exhaustion in trained subjects (De Bock et al., 2004) and improved 6 km time-trial performance while reducing perceived exertion (Noreen et al., 2013).
Sport benefits
- Increases time to exhaustion and general endurance.
- Reduces the perception of physical fatigue.
- Improves cognitive function and concentration under pressure.
- Reduces lactate formation in strenuous exercise.
- Accelerates muscle recovery after exertion.
- Enhances cellular oxygen uptake.
- Supports explosive power and speed.
- Protects against the mental burnout of elite training.
Health benefits
- Significant stress-relieving and mood-lifting effects.
- Supports healthy cortisol and adrenal function.
- Promotes emotional balance and resilience to burnout.
- Enhances mental sharpness and memory.
Cordyceps Sinensis Extract 4:1 — 10% polysaccharides 500 mg
“The oxygen supercharger.”
Ce que c'est : a specialised 4:1 mycelium extract standardised to 10% polysaccharides (50 mg). Cordyceps supports ATP production and oxygen utilisation, which is why it has been used for centuries by Himalayan herders at altitude and by Chinese national-team endurance athletes. Three weeks of cordyceps militaris supplementation increased VO₂max and ventilatory threshold in a placebo-controlled trial (Hirsch et al., 2017), and the Cs-4 strain improved metabolic and ventilatory thresholds in older adults (Chen et al., 2010).
Sport benefits
- Supports VO₂max and oxygen utilisation.
- Enhances stamina and endurance in long-distance activity.
- Supports respiratory health and lung capacity.
- Aids efficient removal of metabolic waste.
- Reduces fatigue in high-altitude or low-oxygen training.
- Promotes faster recovery and reduced muscle soreness.
- Supports natural testosterone levels and hormonal balance.
- Increases overall energy levels and training drive.
Health benefits
- Potent immune-system modulator.
- Supports normal kidney and liver function.
- Traditionally valued for longevity and healthy ageing.
- Supports heart health and healthy lipid metabolism.
Vitamine C 200 mg · 250% NRV
“The recovery foundation.”
Ce que c'est : ascorbic acid at 200 mg. Vitamin C is the essential cofactor for collagen synthesis and a primary water-soluble antioxidant. It contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress, to normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage and blood vessels, to normal immune function during and after intense physical exercise, and to increased iron absorption (all authorised EU health claims).
Sport benefits
- Supports collagen formation for strong tendons and ligaments.
- Reduces muscle damage caused by intense training.
- Increases iron absorption for better oxygen transport.
- Shortens post-workout recovery.
- Helps moderate cortisol after heavy lifting.
- Supports adrenal-gland function.
- Protects the lungs from oxidative stress during heavy breathing.
- Regenerates and enhances the other antioxidants in the formula.
Health benefits
- Contributes to normal immune-system function.
- Promotes healthy skin and normal wound healing.
- Contributes to normal blood-vessel function via collagen formation.
- Essential for cellular health and healthy ageing.
17 ingredients. One sachet. Zero compromise.
Mix one sachet in 200–250 ml of water 50–60 minutes before you start. That’s it.
Product information
- Servir : 1 sachet of 17.55 g
- Nombre de portions par contenant : 10
- Poids net : 175.5 g
- Goût : Forest Fruits
- Caffeine per serving: 88 mg (from guarana)
Utilisation suggérée
Mix the powder of one sachet (17.55 g) with 200–250 ml of room-temperature water. Consume 50–60 minutes before training or competition. For best results on race day, use daily for 3–5 days beforehand to load plasma nitrate and muscle carnosine.
Ingrédients
Beetroot extract (Beta vulgaris, root), beta-alanine, calcium pyruvate, N,N-dimethylglycine hydrochloride, beetroot powder (colour E162), D-ribose, cordyceps dry extract (Cordyceps sinensis, mycelium), rhodiola dry extract (Rhodiola rosea, root), L-arginine nitrate, betaine hydrochloride, potassium citrate, Jelucel™ (cellulose fibre), flavour, cranberry dry extract (Vaccinium macrocarpon, fruit), Siberian ginseng dry extract (Eleutherococcus senticosus, root), magnesium stearate, vitamin B3 (nicotinamide), silicon dioxide, dicalcium phosphate, lemon powder (Citrus limon, fruit), guarana dry extract (Paullinia cupana, seed), pyridoxal-5-phosphate (vitamin B6), sucralose (sweetener), citric acid, E102 (colour).
Avertissements
Food supplements should not replace a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. Do not exceed the stated recommended dose. Keep out of reach of young children. Contains caffeine (88 mg per serving) — not recommended for children or pregnant or breast-feeding women. Consult a physician if you are pregnant or lactating, taking medication or have a medical condition. Discontinue use if you experience any allergy. E102 may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children. Beta-alanine may cause a harmless, temporary tingling sensation (paraesthesia). A varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are important.
Beetroot nitrate supplement — your questions answered
How much beetroot is in one sachet of Nitrate VO2 Maximizer¹⁷?
Each sachet contains 1000 mg of a 60:1 beetroot extract — the concentrate of roughly 60 g of raw beetroot — plus 1500 mg of arginine nitrate. That is why it works as a beetroot nitrate supplement without the sugar, volume or taste of beetroot juice.
When should I take a beetroot nitrate supplement before training?
Plasma nitrite peaks roughly 2–3 hours after ingestion of nitrate, but the arginine, caffeine, pyruvate and ribose in this formula act faster. Take one sachet 50–60 minutes before your session so all 17 ingredients are active when you start. For a key race, use it daily for 3–5 days before to load nitrate and carnosine.
Is Nitrate VO2 Maximizer¹⁷ a pre-workout or a VO2 max supplement?
Both. It is a complete pre-training formula built around raising oxygen economy and functional VO2 max, with buffering, ATP support and adaptogens layered on top. For an all-out race-day phosphate/bicarbonate stack, see our ; for a lighter daily pre-workout, see .
Should I avoid mouthwash when using a beetroot nitrate supplement?
Yes. The conversion of nitrate to nitrite depends on bacteria on the tongue. Antibacterial mouthwash can blunt this step significantly, so avoid it for several hours before and after taking the sachet.
Will the beta-alanine make me tingle?
Some people notice a harmless, temporary tingling (paraesthesia) 15–30 minutes after taking beta-alanine. It fades within an hour and is a sign the ingredient has been absorbed, not an allergy.
How much caffeine does it contain?
88 mg per sachet, delivered as tannin-bound caffeine from guarana (22%) — about the same as one espresso, released more smoothly. If you want additional sustained caffeine for an ultra or a long ride, pair it with .
Can I combine it with other SCN™ products?
Yes. Nitrate VO2 Maximizer¹⁷ stacks well with for extra buffering, for in-session fuel and hydration, and for daily mitochondrial energy.
Is it doping-free?
SCN™ products are formulated with ingredients permitted in sport and manufactured under strict cross-contamination controls. See our .
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