Potential Benefits of Resveratrol for Endurance Athletes

The Use of Resveratrol in Endurance Sports - Swimming, Running, Cycling

Endurance athletes combine stamina, technique and mental strength. The ability for Resveratrol to improve mental strength is still debatable, however, there still lies the possibility that it can improve concentration and mental acuteness.  However, it might be beneficial in other aspects that are important for athletes. Research has indicated that Resveratrol is able to improve endurance of individuals if it is taken within the context of a regulated environment. The endurance athletes require great balance in order to do their work. The possibilities for Resveratrol to be part of this process are then opened in a way that was not previously seen.

There is also the serious matter of the work that goes into the production of the Resveratrol products for this sort of benefit. The controlling authorities would need to be convinced that Resveratrol should not be on the banned substances list. This is an uphill struggle because it is fairly  clear that the use of Resveratrol will help an athlete to achieve a balance that might be useful for endurance athletes, such as marathon runners, cyclists, and swimmers.

Although motor coordination is not necessarily one of the best tricks for endurance athletes, it can be a competitive advantage that is brought on by the presence of Resveratrol. This in turn will lead to a situation whereby the athlete is able to coordinate their body with the techniques that enhance their performance. Running might appear to be a simple activity but when it is broken down then it is clear that the coordination function is very important. One of the complaints that ageing athletes have is a reduction in their hand eye coordination. The use of Resveratrol might be the solution that they are looking for in terms of changing the equation in their favor. It can help provide sustainability in their careers and that they can produce results even towards the end of their natural career. Some people might argue that this is not acceptable because it reduces the opportunities for new players to come up and take on the mantra of endurance sports.

There is also a concern that the use of Resveratrol might mask some other illegal activities that are taking place within the sports world. If one substance that enhances performance is allowed then all the other activities will have to be allowed as well or the accusations of favoritism will most likely be loud. The use of Resveratrol might also conceivably change the dynamics of sport from the ethos of competition to one of enhancements. The research that was done on mice indicated the possibilities of Resveratrol but there are no concrete guarantees when it comes to human beings. It will have to remain a process of trial and many errors before the medical world can be reasonably satisfied that the treatment can work in the way that it was intended to work.

While we could not find resveratrol on any of the anti-doping and banned drug and supplements list for many organizations, this does not mean that the use of resveratrol is allowed by all sports authorities.  It is in the best interest of the athlete to confirm that the organization they compete in allows the use of resveratrol.

Comments

[Barry Yarkoni]

Hi Markus,

I was also doing some research last week on supplement regulations for athletes. To date, no athletic associations have restricted Resveratrol (or any other polyphenols) since they are natural, unmodified (albeit purified) food based products. I have heard from many of our customer who work out that Vindure 900 enhances their endurance and stamina by significant amounts. One bicycle racer was able to nearly double the miles he could race before fatigue. In addition many have reported reduced muscle cramping and more rapid recovery. Dr. Smoliga at Marywood has measured many of these physiological effects, and I heard just last week from another very athletic customer that he has doubled the number of pullups he can do in 15 minutes. Several runners have told me they have been able to significantly increase their distance.

Warmly,
Barry
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