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How Citrulline Malate, One of Beta Red's Key Amino Acids, Improves Performance and Recovery

We began development of Beta Red Pre-Workout Formula with deep, exhaustive research to determine which ingredients would have the most potent effects on improving performance. Over 18 months were spent testing countless ingredients and almost as many prototype formulas to develop the best pre-workout product possible for endurance athletes. Citruline Malate is one ingredient that stood out and earned its spot in Beta Red.

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Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats

Amity Warme's recent Banana Bread Granola recipe got me thinking about other recipes I could use to simplify my life and improve my nutrition for better recovery and performance. You see, I'm often too tempted to eat things I'd rather avoid nutritionally if I don't have healthy alternatives nearby. So Simple I love simplicity - especially when it comes to food preparation, and the simplicity of overnight oats can't be beat. All you need to do is stir the ingredients together and place in the refrigerator overnight. No cooking required. Prep time is less than 5 minutes and you can make several day's worth at once. I can't think of anything that's easier to prepare.  All About the Oats I developed this recipe using ingredients I already...

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Roll with Bob Roll

Camp Director Chip Chilson and Bob Roll    Who? The Tour de France is in full swing and if you've been watching the US broadcast you're familiar with Mr. Bob Roll, aka Bobke. Even if you're not watching the Tour this year you're likely familiar with Bob's insightful and colorful commentary. His experience in the professional road cycling peloton, as well as in professional mountain biking, is as legendary as his way with words. What? Now's your chance to learn from and ride with Bob, and a who's who of the top coaches and sports scientists in the country, while surrounded by Moab's otherworldly red rock formations. Rides are organized by ability and fitness, so you can choose a group to go...

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A New Take on an Old Favorite: Beta Red Orange Brownies

The original Beta Red Brownie Recipe we shared a few years ago was an instant favorite, but we've recently discovered using Beta Red Orange makes them taste even better. (Don't ask why it took us so long to figure this out!) These tasty treats are ideal during long, hard training days where caloric density is your friend. They are also something I crave after glycogen-depleting workouts since they provide ample glucose and help speed recovery through increased oxygen saturation. Due to their sugar content, we recommend consuming these peri-workout (meaning just before, during, or after training or racing). Thanks to Katie Compton for the original recipe. All we did was substitute Beta Red Orange for Beta Red Original. This makes 9...

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