Legionarius is a food supplement of Palatinose isomaltulose and branched chain amino acids in a ratio of 2:1:1 InstAA quality from vegetable fermentation with the addition of coconut water and salts in citrate form. The product is enriched with magnesium and potassium, which contribute to normal muscle function, and with vitamins B6 and B12, which together with magnesium contribute to normal energy-yielding metabolism and the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. To maintain a prolonged performance over time without physical or concentration drops, the athlete must have constant energy support, avoiding dehydration as much as possible. Yamamoto Nutrition's mission has always been the search for the most effective products created from excellent raw materials and designed to meet the needs of athletes of all levels. Thanks to the meticulous collaboration with professional athletes, the continuous listening to their needs and the collaboration between the international MMA champion Alessio Sakara and Dr. Gabriele Trapani (Director of the Research and Development Department, Yamamoto Nutrition) we have created Legionarivs, a supplement that supports the intense and prolonged training sessions typical of fighters and all combat disciplines, Cross Trainers, triathletes, marathon runners, cyclists and bodybuilding lovers. The professional is a "holistic athlete", intensely engaged on an aerobic and anaerobic basis, who combines reactivity with athletic gesture. He therefore needs to maintain his resistance for extended periods of time without energy drops, concentration drops or digestive disorders. Also, he must be able to recover as quickly as possible. Legionarivs is a Special Edition developed on the needs directly indicated by the profound experience of a champion of the caliber of Alessio Sakara. Our research and development department has therefore focused on the most important critical issues that may arise during training or in a competition, to create a product designed "by athletes for athletes".

Legionarivs is a mixture of elements to be taken during training (through your water bottle or bottle of water) which allows you to create a gradual wave of energy to support the muscles engaged in effort thanks to:

• Isomaltulose Palatinose (certified efficiency carbohydrates)
• InstAA branched chain amino acids with very high degree of solubility from vegetable fermentation
• Mineral salts in citrate form
• Coconut water

To have the best energy yield, in fact, in a delicate phase such as that of performance, the athlete must introduce fuel of high nutritional value and well tolerated by the body. Isomaltulose Palatinose™ Isomaltulose (Palatinose), is a low glycemic index disaccharide sugar whose molecule is formed by the union of two monosaccharide sugars, glucose and fructose. It is a natural sugar present in small quantities in honey and cane sugar, which has a sweetening power of 45-50% compared to sucrose (white sugar). Recently it is finding more and more applications as an ingredient for sports drinks due to its interesting properties. Characterized by a very gradual process of absorption and release into the bloodstream, isomaltulose presents a moderate glycemic curve over time, without peaks or sudden drops that can occur with other sources of carbohydrates (glucose or malt dextrin). It has therefore proven to be a slow-release energy source that can support the body during even very prolonged training sessions. Thanks to its structural characteristics, in addition to not excessively raising blood sugar and insulin power, it does not lead to the onset of gastrointestinal disorders such as fermentation phenomena, nausea, osmotic diarrhea, providing energy and constant hydration thanks to a reduced osmolarity.

Branched-chain amino acids (BCAA) are known and appreciated by both power and endurance sports athletes. These are three of the essential amino acids: Leucine Valine Isoleucine Three substances that our body cannot produce by itself and must introduce with food. BCAAs are absorbed through the intestinal mucosa and, via the blood, pass as free amino acids directly into the tissues. Unlike other amino acids, they are metabolized directly in the muscles, without being broken down or rebuilt by the liver.BCAAs have always been used in sport because they represent a large portion of the essential amino acids present in human muscles. They are taken to counteract muscle degradation (catabolism) induced by training and are potentially beneficial in power and endurance sports both as support for the muscles and to help counteract the onset of fatigue. During long sessions of intense physical activity it is easy to be close to the depletion of muscle glycogen.

When this happens, we enter a state of energy "emergency", whereby the body will use an alternative energy reserve, activating the enzyme involved in the oxidation of BCAAs in the muscle. It will therefore go to draw on the source of muscle protein, to the detriment of the performance itself and muscle recovery. Yamamoto Nutrition, always making use of the best certified raw materials, has chosen to include an ideal element for a drink of this type: InstAA. Patent of the prestigious English company Cambridge Commodities, InstAA contains branched chain amino acids on an "instant" fermented vegetable base, which allows excellent, immediate solubility in water without forming residues, thus leading to an optimization of their absorption (98+%). Mineral salts, electrolytes, coconut water In addition to balancing blood sugar, which we have already talked about, another factor is also essential for athletes: hydration. An excessive decrease in fluids can, in fact, be detrimental to performance and health. To alter performance, it is enough to exceed the threshold of 2% of the initial body mass of fluids lost and not compensated. When this threshold is exceeded, the main observable physiological changes are a series of disturbances that go beyond the decline in performance. I am talking about an accelerated degree of psychophysical fatigue, an increase in temperature, heart rate (due to a reduced circulating blood volume), glycogen consumption, impaired metabolic functions, gastrointestinal disturbances, headaches, cognitive disturbances, up to collapse . It is therefore evident that maintaining a good electrolyte balance before, during and after a performance is essential. Thanks to the LEGIONARIUS drink it is possible to counteract dehydration thanks to the contribution of precious support elements such as: Electrolytes Magnesium Potassium Chlorine Furthermore, there is the added value of a natural pool of highly rehydrating microelements such as coconut water, which help to stay properly hydrated and to prevent cramps caused by intense sweating or activities carried out at high temperatures. Yamamoto Nutrition relies only and exclusively on certified and accredited raw materials. For the BCAA line, the choice fell on raw materials from the Cambridge Commodities company. Grade A certified raw materials to the BRC Global Standard for Food Safety Issue 8 and produced in Informed-Sport registered facilities. Once the raw material arrives in Italy, it is subjected to strict quality tests. The lots are sampled and tested to then proceed with the creation of the finished product according to regulations and production in Italian factories. In addition to analyzes on intolerances such as gluten and lactose.