Athletic longevity describes the goal of maintaining athletic performance, energy, focus, agility, and regeneration for as long as possible – not just to live longer, but to remain performant longer. The focus is on the "performance span": the years in which you can perform physically and mentally actively.

Studies show that athletic performance declines relatively linearly after an individual's peak – usually from the age of 30, depending on the sport. However, this decline can be significantly slowed down through training, regeneration, nutrition, and targeted supplementation.

Ubiquinol (QH) is the bioactive, directly available form of coenzyme Q10. In sports, QH is primarily discussed in connection with energy production in the mitochondria – and at the same time in the context of antioxidant cell protection. Because when training and everyday life become stressful, "cell pressure" increases: oxidative stress increases and regeneration becomes more important.

In short: Ubiquinol is the long-term basic support over weeks (better coping with stress & being ready again) rather than the 30-minute kick.

Many people use ubiquinol (QH) as a routine supplement because the approach is more long-term (periods of stress, training blocks) – not "30 minutes before and then bam". We recommend taking it for at least two to three months so that the ingredient can unfold its effect.

Both belong to Coenzyme Q10 – the difference is the form. Coenzyme Q10 is available in two forms:

- Ubiquinone (oxidized), which is the conventional Coenzyme Q10

- Ubiquinol/QH (reduced, bioactive).

While Q10 (Ubiquinone) must first be converted into Ubiquinol in the body, QH (Ubiquinol) is already in the directly usable form – suitable when training, everyday life and regeneration are all "pulling" simultaneously.

Especially with high strain and with advancing age, the conversion of Q10 to QH in the body can run less efficiently. That's why Evage's sports line relies on Ubiquinol (QH) – as a consistent background basis: not as a quick kick, but as support for stress tolerance and recovery over weeks, as a permanent energy supplier for our cells.

Ubiquinol (QH) is often chosen if you prefer the bioactive form. Good to know: Ubiquinol is the bioactive form of Q10. It can be used directly by the body. Q10 must first be converted into QH in the body. In practice, what is often more important is: quality of the raw material and regular use. When it comes to QH, look for the brand raw material Kaneka Ubiquinol™; it stands for the highest quality and is 100% pure, natural Ubiquinol from yeast fermentation.

For athletes, it usually applies: daily with a meal (routine beats timing). If you want to take it "sports-related": with a meal before training is often practical for everyday life – without a "fasting experiment," otherwise it is always recommended with breakfast.

Many products use 100 mg of ubiquinol per day, as in Evage Elevate. What is "appropriate" depends on your goal, diet, and "athletic" demands. If you are taking medication and are unsure, you should speak to your trusted doctor.

100 mg of ubiquinol can be taken long-term. The 100 mg dose is a safe dosage but can be adjusted with a doctor if needed, should your stress or activity levels be challenging.

Ubiquinol can be found in fatty fish, meat, nuts, soy, whole grain products, and legumes. However, it is difficult to ingest a meaningful daily dose without consuming excessive amounts of these foods. A 100 mg ubiquinol capsule is equivalent to 120 servings of sardines, 60 avocados, 34 chicken breasts, 100 tablespoons of canola oil, 1.5 kg of peanuts, 133 tablespoons of olive oil, 20 steaks from grass-fed beef, or 11 kg of spinach.

Evage uses doping-safe active ingredients and develops its products specifically for active people and athletes. Our formulations are based on:

• Vitamins
• Minerals
• Amino acids
• Plant extracts
• scientifically tested branded raw materials

No hidden stimulants. No questionable "boosters". No hardcore pre-workout approach.

However, we cannot be held liable if possible contaminations lead to positive doping samples. Athletes are solely responsible.

Evage produces exclusively in Germany and Switzerland. Our raw materials originate – depending on the active ingredient – from various regions worldwide. What is crucial for us:

• Quality
• Purity
• Clinical testing
• Standardized branded raw materials
• GMP-certified production