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Your weekly performance insider: Why athletes over forty should be using NAD+, Recovery Game-Changer, what I'm using right now, but first....
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The Secret Energy Weapon for Athletes Over 40 ⚡
I've been diving deep into longevity research lately, and one thing keeps jumping out at me that's especially critical for athletes over 40: NAD+ levels. If you're feeling that mid-week training slump or noticing your recovery isn't what it used to be, this might be your missing piece.
Here's what's happening: NAD+ is absolutely crucial for energy production in our cells (it literally helps create ATP), but our levels naturally decline as we age. By the time we hit 40, we're working with about half the NAD+ we had in our youth. This directly impacts how much energy we can produce during workouts and how quickly we bounce back afterward.
I've been experimenting with NAD+ supplementation in my own training, and the results have been subtle but significant. Looking back at my Apple Health and Whoop data, I noticed something fascinating: when I'm consistent with NAD+ supplements, I maintain 4-5 quality workouts weekly. When I slack off, I'll have one good training day followed by 2-3 days where I just can't bring the intensity I want.
If you're over 40 and determined to keep pushing boundaries with your training, I highly recommend adding NAD+ to your daily routine. It's not an overnight miracle (you won't jump out of bed like a superhero tomorrow), but in my experience, it's been key to maintaining consistent high-level training week after week.
How do you supplement NAD+?
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Liposomal Option: The first way is using Quicksilver's liposomal format that contains NMN (a precursor to NAD+) which helps your body produce more naturally. The liposomal delivery is super efficient - you just pump it 2 times in your mouth, hold for at least 30 seconds, then swallow. If you're like me and sometimes forget this morning routine (or if the taste isn't your favorite - it's not bad, but everyone's different), check out option #2.
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Pill Format: Qualia has released what I consider the super NAD+ pill. It's based on NR (Nicotinamide Riboside) and actually identical to what's in the popular Tru Niagen supplement (which we also carry), but they've supercharged it with B12, Resveratrol, and several other complementary ingredients that I've found really beneficial. Consistency is key with NAD+ supplementation, and I find this pill format fits perfectly into my morning routine.
Does it work? Qualia has impressive clinical data showing it increases NAD+ levels by up to 67%.
My personal approach? I actually use both - the Qualia pills daily as my foundation, and I keep the Quicksilver product in my fridge for an extra boost whenever I remember to take it. They are totally different approaches to boosting NAD+ levels with different ingredients, so combining just makes sense to me.
Get Quicksilver NAD+ Gold here
Get Qualia NAD+ here
The Recovery Game-Changer Your Body Is Begging For 🔄
Speaking of recovery – let's talk about that critical window after your workout. You know that feeling when your training volume jumps and your body starts screaming "STOP! No more!"?
I've been obsessing over this lately: what happens in that golden hour after training makes or breaks your next performance. Your body's inflammation response is going wild – some inflammation is necessary (it's part of the healing process), but our bodies love to overreact, and that excess inflammation is what's killing your recovery potential.
This is why I'm absolutely religious about my post-workout SwissRX Total Recovery shake. I've been testing different recovery protocols all spring, and nothing touches this formula for bouncing back faster.
Why it's different from every other recovery shake:
- It has just the right amount of carbs and protein (though it has 14g carbs and 18g protein)
- It actively fights excessive inflammation with Turmeric, Quercetin, Bee Propolis, and L-GlutamineIt uses brown rice protein instead of whey, casein or soy (way less inflammatory!)
- It tastes incredible in all three flavors: Strawberry, Vanilla Chai, and Chocolate Mint
- Save 33% in the Feed Credit on in Total Recovery Today.
Bonus: You can also save on my other favorite SwissRX product today, the performance booster Nitric Oxide that I wrote about yesterday. I kept the deal live you can buy 2 and earn 50% Feed Credit (that's $75 in Feed Credit)
Here is what I'm using this week:
🥇 Victus is back in my routine I don't know why I ever moved away from Victus, but I'm back and loving it. First, the Gels are amazing at the goldilocks amount of 45g of carbs and a neutral flavor (slightly lemon-like) and my favorite salted watermelon.
I'm also using the full Victus drink system as I'm increasing my training for spring. They have three drinks and you save 40% on all of them right now.
01: Before - one of my favorite pre-workouts that I typically keep drinking at the gym or on my morning ride - Get it here and save 40% right now.
02: During - with 45g of carbs and the most drinkable flavor I've found in a high carb drink - Get 20 Servings and save 40% off right now.
03: After - which is their clear whey recovery with 21g of protein and an ideal 10g of carbs. Plus an ideal mixture of amino acids to boost recovery. The science is really strong on this recovery formulation. I'm using this when I'm on the go and going to shake it up with water, it mixes like a hydration drink (and tastes like it as well). Get it here and save 40%.
👶 I'm sleeping like a baby, I'm using the full Huberman protocol from Momentous since I first talked about it over a month ago. I've added Ashwagandha to it, and I can say with 100% certainty that this terrible sleeper is now dreaming away. My sleep scores have improved from the normal 60s to 70s to over 90 every night. I can't believe it.
Plus, last time I forgot to mention the protocol is expensive, but it is also a two-month supply, so it works out to $3.12 for an amazing night's sleep. I don't know of a better deal I can offer you.
Oh, one more thing. I do also take the Pillar Triple Magnesium before bed with the protocol. That seems to combine really well, so I would suggest you add that and the Ashwagandha I mentioned above.
My Sleep Protocol:
- Momentous "Huberman" Protocol
- Momentous Aswagandha
- Pillar Triple Magnesium
- Matt
Founder
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