Elite Performance Protein

What's the difference between Elite Performance Protein and Elite Rebuild Protein?

Both have 30g pea + yeast protein with 3g creatine and full electrolytes. The difference is what each is built around. Elite Performance Protein adds TruBeet® beetroot nitrates (oxygen delivery), L-Taurine (fatigue delay), and D3/K2-7 — designed for training-day support during high-intensity effort, muscular adaptation, and training recovery. Elite Rebuild Protein focuses on overnight repair, relaxation, and restorative recovery — different supporting actives calibrated for that window. Use Performance on hard training days; use Rebuild on heavy recovery days and post-evening-session.

What's the difference between Elite Performance Protein and Complete Protein?

Complete Protein is positioned for everyday adult use — 25g protein with a six-enzyme matrix, no performance actives. Elite Performance Protein is calibrated for training-day support — 30g protein plus 3g creatine, 100mg beetroot nitrates, taurine, full electrolyte blend, and 100% RDA D3 and K2-7. Use Complete Protein for daily protein supplementation alongside food. Use Elite Performance Protein on training days when you want a full performance stack in one scoop.

Do I need to take this every day, or only on training days?

Take Elite Performance Protein every day, not just on training days. Creatine requires daily intake to maintain muscle saturation — skipping days means the strength and power benefits diminish. Protein needs don't pause on rest days; recovery is when the body actually rebuilds from training. The nitrate, taurine, electrolyte, and D3/K2 doses are calibrated for active adults across all days — daily is the right pattern. The training-day vs rest-day distinction is wrong for this category.

When should I take it — before or after training?

Both work, with different rationales. Pre-training (60–90 min before): taps into the beetroot nitrate and taurine benefits during the session — beetroot nitrates peak at 2–3 hours post-ingestion. Post-training (within 60 min): supports the classic recovery window — protein and creatine for muscle repair, electrolytes for sweat replacement. For sessions longer than 90 minutes, splitting 1 scoop pre and 1 scoop post is reasonable. Most athletes pick one timing pattern and stay consistent — consistency matters more than precision.

What does TruBeet® do, and why is it in a protein?

TruBeet® is a standardised beetroot extract delivering 100mg of dietary nitrates per serving. Nitrates convert to nitric oxide in the body, which widens blood vessels and improves oxygen delivery to muscles — clinically shown to extend endurance capacity by 15–25% in some studies. Including it in the protein delivers the nitrate dose alongside protein and electrolytes — no need to take a separate beetroot supplement before training. Effects are felt session-by-session, peaking 2–3 hours after intake.

Is the 3g creatine the right dose?

Yes — 3g is the clinical maintenance dose for creatine monohydrate. The standard protocol is 3–5g per day for muscle phosphocreatine saturation, which improves strength, power output, and training capacity. Some athletes use a "loading phase" (20g/day for 5–7 days) to reach saturation faster; this is optional and not necessary. 3g daily reaches saturation in 3–4 weeks, then maintains it indefinitely. Athletes who want a higher daily dose can pair Elite Performance Protein with our standalone Creatine Monohydrate.

What about WADA — is this safe for competing athletes?

Yes. Elite Performance Protein is free from WADA prohibited substances, and every batch is screened with a banned-substance multi-residue panel as part of our third-party testing protocol. Caffeine is not in this formulation. Athletes competing at elite level should still review their sport's federation guidelines annually and confirm individual product compliance with their team physician — federation rules vary and the WADA list updates annually.

How much protein do I actually need per training day?

Active adults need 1.2–1.5g per kg body weight; athletes in heavy training blocks need 1.5–2.0g per kg. A 70kg endurance athlete needs 105–140g of protein on a training day. One serving of Elite Performance Protein contributes 30g — about a quarter of that target. The rest comes from food across the day. The protein supplement isn't replacing meals; it's filling the training-window gap.

Can I take this if I'm also taking a multivitamin or other supplements?

Generally yes, with one consideration. Elite Performance Protein contains 100% RDA of D3 and K2-7. If your multivitamin or a separate D3+K2 product also delivers these at full RDA, you'll be doubling up — generally still within safe limits, but worth reviewing. The creatine and beetroot in Elite Performance Protein won't overlap with a typical multivitamin. If you're also taking standalone creatine, factor in the 3g from this product to your daily total.

Can I use this for cooking or baking?

No — the heat-sensitive actives (D3, K2-7, taurine, digestive enzymes) would degrade significantly at cooking temperatures. The chocolate-flavoured version is designed for drinking. For cooking or baking, our raw (unflavoured) protein variants are formulated without the heat-sensitive performance actives and work well in food applications.