Ginger and Athletic Endurance: Boosting VO2max and Cardiovascular Performance
Ginger and Athletic Performance: Endurance, VO2max, and Recovery
Endurance athletes are discovering ginger as a natural ergogenic aid. Its anti-inflammatory, vasodilatory, and antioxidant properties improve aerobic performance and accelerate recovery.
Ginger and VO2max
A 2023 meta-analysis (Int J Sport Nutr Exerc Metab) shows that ginger supplementation improves VO2max by an average of 3.5% in endurance athletes. The vasodilatory effect of gingerols optimizes oxygen delivery to muscles.
Reduction of DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness)
Ginger's bioactive compounds inhibit pro-inflammatory prostaglandins — the same mechanism as ibuprofen, but without gastrointestinal side effects. Ideal after a long run or competition.
INTI Drink for Athletes
Concentrated, portable shot, with no added sugar (1.19g/100ml). With organic Peruvian turmeric for maximum anti-inflammatory synergy. Perfect before or after exercise — without the 34g of sugar found in competitors like GIMBER.