Maltodextrin – A high-glycemic index (GI) complex carbohydrate ideal for providing fast-acting, long-lasting energy during exercise.
Soy Protein Isolate – A dry powder food ingredient separated or isolated from other components of the soybean, yielding 90-95% protein with minimal carbohydrates and fat.
Energy Smart® (grape juice, rice dextrin) – A completely natural, low-sugar sweetener that plays a key role in the delicious taste of Hammer Gel while contributing minimally to total carbohydrate content. Energy Smart® is non-GMO, gluten-free, and allergen-free.
Soy Lecithin – A derivative of soybean oil, lecithin is an easily digestible source of healthy fats that promotes satiety and supports the body’s natural fat-burning capacity.
Sodium (Tribasic) Phosphate – Enhances all three ATP-producing energy systems: the short-term ATP-CP system, the mid-range lactic acid system, and the long-term oxygen/aerobic system.
The primary benefit of sodium (tribasic) phosphate is its ability to buffer blood acidity and maintain an optimal acid-base balance by neutralizing excess hydrogen ions in muscle cells. Effective lactic acid buffering enhances energy production within this system. This nutrient also increases 2,3-diphosphoglycerate (2,3-DPG) levels, a compound in red blood cells that helps release oxygen from hemoglobin into muscle cells. Elevated 2,3-DPG improves oxygen availability to working muscles during exercise.
L-Carnosine – A dipeptide (a combination of two amino acids) that acts as a powerful lactic acid buffer and provides antioxidant support.
L-Carnitine Tartrate – A compound containing L-carnitine bound to L-tartrate, a salt of tartaric acid. L-carnitine is a key nutrient involved in transporting fatty acids into cells for energy production, while tartrate is a potent antioxidant.
Choline Bitartrate – A B-complex vitamin that assists in the efficient use of stored body fat as an energy source. Choline bitartrate also supports cognitive function, learning, and memory.
Stevia – A natural, calorie-free sweetener derived from the leaves of Stevia rebaudiana, a plant native to Central and South America. It does not affect blood sugar levels or contribute to tooth decay like sugar.
Chromium Polynicotinate – A trace mineral that helps regulate blood sugar levels and plays a vital role in energy production.