Energy

Have less fatigue
Better body composition
Improve heart health
More strength and power

Sometimes the hardest thing about working out is just getting out the door. Once a workout begins that motivation can be as strong as ever. Vitamin K can help restore mitochondria which are the cell's energy factories (Boengler, Kosiol, Mayr et al, 2017)).

Having more functioning mitochondria cells in your muscles means having more energy for your muscles to grab from.

Energy Currency

Having more functioning mitochondria cells are super important for feeling energized and motivated to execute your workout. Your heart is a muscle meaning Vitamin K is going to improve and restore those mitochondria in it allowing for the manufacturing of ATP. Which is the body’s energy currency.

Regulates Heat & Energy

Vitamin K also helps regulate energy metabolism in the skeletal muscle (Vos, Esposito, Edirisinghe et al, 2012). This helps an athlete regulate their body heat temperature. When the body starts moving every functioning muscle starts heating up. So, having Vitamin K in your system will aid in the regulation of heat and energy both when it’s hot and when it's cold outside.

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Carolin's Story

NCAA Track & Field

Carolin, a German athlete, joined the NCAA track and field scene, opting to compete for UW-Parkside from the fall of 2021. Following several weeks of participation in cross country, Carolin introduced vitamin K and vitamin D into her supplement routine. Through consistent effort and dedication, she successfully lowered her 800-meter personal record during that season from 2:14 to 2:09, earning her a spot at the D2 indoor nationals, where she secured an 11th-place finish nationally. Post-MBA graduation, Carolin continues her athletic journey as a member of the LG Olympia Dortmund track & field team in Germany. In the 2023 outdoor season, she qualified for the German outdoor nationals, achieving a commendable 16th place in the 800-meter event. Pursuing her fitness aspirations, Carolin remains dedicated to her goals, aided by the support of Ultra K, aligning with the brand's mission to assist athletes in realizing their genuine potential.