Rhodiola rosea (minimum 5.1% rosavins)
An adaptogen that is native to the high altitude Polar Regions
of Europe and Asia. Rhodiola rosea containing minimum 5.1% rosavins is the most potent strain available worldwide. In a
recent double blind placebo controlled randomized study, it was scientifically documented that Rhodiola rosea increases
VO2 Max in addition to significantly reducing fatigue. Recent research documents rhodiola rosea increases maximum
oxygen intake and increased run time to exhaustion.
Cordyceps sinensis
(NOW with 8% Cordycepic acid)
An adaptogen that is primarily native to the plateaus of China
and Tibet above 12,000 feet. In addition to scientific documentation that confirms it’s ability to increase energy and
endurance, the legendary running coach, Ma Junren (Newsweek. Sept 27,1993), attributes many of the long
distance running world records to the athlete’s use of Cordyceps sinensis. When evaluating Cordyceps
sinensis, the active ingredient is Cordycepic acid or Mannitol. 7% Cordycepic
acid is generally regarded as the most potent available, Kona Endurance supplements are now formulated with 8%
Cordycepic acid.
Citrulline Malate
Research show that Citrulline, a very unique amino acid,
has been scientifically documented to increase endurance and increase aerobic capacity. Citrulline Malate is scientifically
documented to increase energy production and significantly reduce fatigue. The metabolic actions of Citrulline Malate clearly
explain the research that documents it's ability as a performance
enhancer in benefitting the endurance athlete.
Branched Chain Amino Acids
Precise 2:1:1 ratio of L-Leucine, L-Isoleucine, L-Valine. Science
documents these amino acids benefit the endurance athlete by increasing endurance, delaying fatigue and reducing muscle
fatigue. It is important to note that branched-chain amino acids
can be converted into glucose and used as fuel for endurance activities, very beneficial for the endurance athlete. A recent
study documented BCAA supplementation was very effective in improving time-trialing performance in trained cyclists.
Kona
Endurance PRO is a safe, legal, stimulant-free endurance
supplement that abides by all athletic governing bodies,
including WADA, USADA, UCI, IOC and USAT.