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Why Boxers Use ATHANASE® To Improve Performance
The 16-ingredient superfood blend built for endurance, focus, and recovery in the ring.
Boxing isn't like other sports. It's one of the most physiologically demanding disciplines on the planet — a brutal combination of anaerobic explosions and aerobic endurance, where cognitive sharpness is as critical as physical power. A slow reaction costs you a clean shot to the jaw. Poor recovery means you're already losing before you step back in the gym.
That's why more and more boxers are adding ATHANASE to their daily routine to gain a competitive edge or improve their training performance.
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Endurance & Stamina
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Focus & Reaction Time
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Recovery & Sleep
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Strength & Power
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Fight IQ & Cognition
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Immunity & Gut Health
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Joint & Anti-Inflammatory
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Informed Sport Certified
ATHANASE® — Made for Fighters
16 research-backed ingredients in a single 5g scoop. Informed Sport certified and batch-tested for banned substances — so you train hard and compete clean.
Shop ATHANASE®⚖️ Full Dose Transparency
Before we break down each ingredient, let's be upfront. ATHANASE is a 5g daily serving blend of 16 ingredients. The bulk of that serving is dominated by two powerhouse ingredients — Maca Root (1,750mg) and Guarana (500mg) — dosed at levels where real performance benefits have been demonstrated in research. The remaining ingredients contribute at supportive levels, working together as part of a broader herbal foundation. We believe in telling you exactly what you're getting — every ingredient, every dose, right on the label.
| Ingredient | Per Serving (5g) | At 2–3 Servings | Boxing Benefit |
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| PRIMARY ACTIVE INGREDIENTS | |||
| Maca Root Powder | 1,750mg | 3,500–5,250mg | Endurance & stamina |
| Guarana Powder | 500mg (15mg caffeine) | 1,000–1,500mg | Focus & reaction time |
| SUPPORTING INGREDIENTS | |||
| Siberian Ginseng | 250mg | 500–750mg | Fatigue resistance |
| Ginger Powder | 250mg | 500–750mg | Anti-inflammatory |
| Spirulina Powder | 200mg | 400–600mg | Micronutrient density |
| Camu-Camu Powder | 125mg | 250–375mg | Vitamin C & immunity |
| Agave Inulin | 125mg | 250–375mg | Gut health & absorption |
| KSM-66® Ashwagandha | 100mg | 200–300mg | Cortisol & recovery |
| Activated Charcoal | 75mg | 150–225mg | Detoxification support |
| Lion's Mane Mushroom | 50mg | 100–150mg | Neuroprotection & cognition |
| Fenugreek Powder | 50mg | 100–150mg | Testosterone support |
| Shilajit Powder | 25mg | 50–75mg | Nutrient absorption |
| Turmeric Powder | 12.5mg | 25–37.5mg | Anti-inflammatory trace |
| Biotin | 5mcg | 10–15mcg | Hair, skin & nails |
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| Lemon Juice Extract | 750mg | — | Flavour & Vitamin C |
| Date Powder | 750mg | — | Natural sweetness & minerals |
Maca Root (1,750mg) — The Endurance Engine
Maca root is the backbone of ATHANASE, and for good reason. At 1,750mg per serving, it's dosed within the range where studies have shown real performance benefits — and at 2–3 daily servings, you're well into the territory used in athletic research.
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Inca warriors consumed maca before entering battle, believing it amplified their strength and stamina. Historical accounts describe warriors being prohibited from consuming maca after conquering a city — a testament to its perceived potency[1].
- Endurance Performance: Trained male cyclists who took maca root extract for just 14 days showed significant improvement in their 40km time trial performance compared to baseline[2]. For boxers, this translates directly: sustained power output that doesn't fade in the later rounds.
- Aerobic Capacity: A 2023 study on 44 male elite athletes found that 5g of black maca extract daily for 8 weeks improved aerobic metabolism and performance markers[3]. At 2–3 servings of ATHANASE, you're getting 3,500–5,250mg of maca — right in line with these findings.
- Fatigue Resistance: Animal studies have shown that maca extract increases endurance capacity and supports antioxidant activity in muscle tissue, including elevated GSH-Px and muscle glycogen — two markers that protect against exercise-induced fatigue[4].
- Adaptogenic Stress Management: Maca works as an adaptogen, helping your body manage the physical stress of intense training without crashing. It supports balanced hormone levels — including testosterone — which is essential for strength, muscle development, and competitive drive[5].
📊 Research Highlight
A pilot study published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology found that 14 days of maca supplementation significantly improved 40km cycling time trial performance and self-reported sexual desire in trained male cyclists, concluding that further clinical studies are warranted to confirm maca's efficacy as an ergogenic aid[2].
🥊 What it means in the ring: More gas in the tank when it matters most. Sustained power output from round one to round twelve. At 1,750mg per serving, this isn't a token sprinkle — it's the real thing.
Guarana (500mg / 15mg Caffeine) — Sharper Focus, Faster Reactions
In boxing, a fight can be won or lost in a fraction of a second. The difference between slipping a punch and eating one comes down to reaction time and focus under pressure.
At 500mg per serving, guarana is the second most prominent active ingredient in ATHANASE. It contains natural caffeine (15mg per serving) alongside additional bioactive compounds — including theobromine, theophylline, catechins, and tannins — that work synergistically to enhance cognitive performance in ways that isolated caffeine alone cannot match[6].
- Reaction Time: A 2023 randomised trial by Gurney et al. found that guarana supplementation significantly improved reaction time compared to placebo, with greater cognitive benefits than caffeine alone following intense physical activity[7].
- Information Processing Under Fatigue: Research on high-level athletes demonstrated that guarana enhanced the speed of information processing after exercise — exactly the kind of mental sharpness a boxer needs when fatigue clouds decision-making in later rounds[8].
- Sustained Release: Unlike the jittery spike-and-crash of energy drinks, guarana releases its caffeine more slowly and steadily[6]. This means you stay locked in without the anxiety that ruins fine motor control — critical for precise combinations.
- Intermittent Exercise Capacity: A study in football players found that guarana consumption improved the ability to perform intermittent exercises — the stop-start, explosive-recovery pattern that closely mirrors boxing[9].
⚖️ A Note on Caffeine
At 15mg of caffeine per serving, ATHANASE is deliberately modest — roughly equivalent to a few sips of coffee. This is intentional. ATHANASE isn't designed to be a pre-workout stimulant bomb that leaves you jittery with trembling hands. At 2–3 servings, you're getting 30–45mg of caffeine alongside the full spectrum of guarana's bioactive compounds — enough to notice, without the anxiety that makes your combinations sloppy. Research suggests guarana's additional compounds may enhance its cognitive effects beyond what the caffeine content alone would predict[7][10].
🥊 What it means in the ring: Faster reactions, sharper pattern recognition, and clearer thinking when the pressure is highest — without the jitters that compromise fine motor control.
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Shop ATHANASE®KSM-66® Ashwagandha (100mg) — Stress & Recovery Support
Boxing training is relentless. Sparring, pad work, road runs, strength training — the cumulative load places enormous stress on both body and mind. Elevated cortisol from chronic intense training suppresses immune function, increases muscle breakdown, disrupts sleep, and impairs recovery[11].
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KSM-66® is the gold standard ashwagandha root extract. At 100mg per serving, this is below the 300–600mg typically used in clinical studies. However, at 2–3 daily servings (200–300mg), you're approaching the lower end of researched doses — and ashwagandha is working alongside maca and ginseng as part of a triple-adaptogen stack.
- Cortisol Regulation: A 2026 study on team-sport athletes during pre-season training found that 600mg daily of ashwagandha root extract stabilised cortisol levels and improved perceived recovery — including reduced delayed-onset muscle soreness and fatigue[12].
- Performance Across Combat Sports: A systematic review and meta-analysis that specifically included boxing found ashwagandha supplementation at 300–500mg daily for 8–12 weeks was effective in enhancing cardiorespiratory fitness, muscle strength, and recovery[13].
- Physical Performance: A Bayesian meta-analysis of 12 studies found that ashwagandha enhances physical performance across strength, power, cardiorespiratory fitness, and fatigue recovery — with doses of 120–1,250mg per day showing benefits[14].
- Sleep Quality: Ashwagandha has been shown to improve sleep quality — arguably the single most important recovery tool any fighter has[15].
📊 Research Highlight
A January 2026 randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial found that 600mg/day of ashwagandha root extract for 42 days stabilised cortisol levels in team-sport athletes during pre-season and was associated with improvements in perceived recovery, muscle soreness, and fatigue in female athletes, while male athletes showed improvements in countermovement jump performance[12].
🥊 What it means in the ring: A consistent adaptogenic base supporting recovery, stress management, and sleep quality — the things that determine whether you can sustain elite training week after week.
ATHANASE stacks KSM-66® ashwagandha with maca root and Siberian ginseng — a triple-adaptogen approach designed to keep cortisol low and recovery fast. Try ATHANASE® →
Ginger (250mg) & Turmeric (12.5mg) — The Anti-Inflammatory Duo
Boxing is a contact sport. Your hands, wrists, shoulders, and joints take a beating — literally. Chronic inflammation from repeated impact doesn't just cause pain; it slows recovery, limits range of motion, and accumulates into longer-term damage if left unmanaged.
- Ginger at 250mg Per Serving: At 2–3 daily servings (500–750mg), ginger sits within the range where clinical studies have demonstrated benefits. Research has shown ginger can reduce muscle pain caused by eccentric exercise, and gingerols — ginger's active compounds — work through inhibiting COX-1, COX-2, and NF-κB inflammatory pathways[16][17].
- Turmeric at 12.5mg Per Serving: This is a trace amount — well below clinical curcumin doses. It works alongside the higher-dosed ginger to provide complementary anti-inflammatory compounds. Turmeric and ginger belong to the same plant family (Zingiberaceae) and target different inflammatory pathways — so even at a low dose, turmeric adds breadth to the anti-inflammatory profile[18].
- Synergistic Action: A herbal formulation study found that turmeric combined with ginger showed anti-inflammatory effects comparable to naproxen (an NSAID), with the two compounds working through different but complementary mechanisms[19].
Research indicates curcumin may reduce pain and inflammation at levels comparable to common NSAIDs — without the associated stomach irritation and long-term side effects. Combined with ginger, you get a multi-layered natural defence against inflammation. — Systematic Review, Phytotherapy Research (2024)[20]
🥊 What it means in the ring: Less stiffness the morning after sparring. Faster joint recovery. A body that can sustain the training volume required to improve — week after week, month after month.
Lion's Mane Mushroom (50mg) — The Fighter's Brain Supplement
Boxing is as much a chess match as it is a brawl. Reading feints, recognising patterns, adjusting strategy mid-round — these cognitive demands separate elite fighters from the rest.
Lion's Mane mushroom contains unique bioactive compounds — hericenones and erinacines — that have been shown to stimulate the production of Nerve Growth Factor (NGF), a protein critical for the growth, maintenance, and survival of brain cells[21].
- Processing Speed: A pilot study in 41 healthy young adults found that a single dose of Lion's Mane led to faster performance on the Stroop task — a cognitive test measuring processing speed and executive function — at 60 minutes post-dose[22].
- Combat Sports Relevance: Research examining Lion's Mane in grappling and combat sports contexts has highlighted its potential for enhancing focus, cognitive resilience, and the split-second decision-making that is critical in the ring[23].
- Neuroprotection: For a sport where head trauma is an unavoidable reality, Lion's Mane's neuroprotective properties are particularly relevant. Its compounds promote NGF synthesis, potentially supporting long-term brain health[21].
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At 50mg from whole fruiting body per serving, Lion's Mane in ATHANASE is a supportive dose rather than a clinical one. But for a sport where every cognitive advantage matters — and where neuroprotection should be a daily priority — any consistent intake is worth having in your routine.
🥊 What it means in the ring: A sharper fight IQ. Better pattern recognition. The mental edge to outthink your opponent, not just outwork them. And daily neuroprotective support for a brain that takes punishment.
Siberian Ginseng (250mg) — Fatigue Resistance Under Pressure
Siberian Ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus) has been used for decades by elite athletes — particularly in Eastern European and Russian training programmes — as an adaptogen to enhance physical work capacity and stress tolerance[24].
At 250mg per serving, it adds another layer of adaptogenic support to the maca and ashwagandha already in the blend. For boxers, the adaptogenic properties of Siberian Ginseng support the body's ability to perform under prolonged physical and mental stress — helping maintain energy levels and cognitive function during extended sessions without overstimulating the nervous system.
🥊 What it means in the ring: Consistent energy output and mental composure throughout gruelling training sessions and fights. The third pillar in ATHANASE's triple-adaptogen stack.
Spirulina (200mg) & Camu-Camu (125mg) — Nutritional Armour
Training at the intensity boxing demands places extraordinary nutritional requirements on the body.
Spirulina
One of the most nutrient-dense foods on the planet — complete protein, iron, B-vitamins, and potent antioxidants that combat the oxidative stress generated by high-intensity training[25].
Camu-Camu
Nature's most concentrated source of Vitamin C, delivering immune support crucial for fighters who can't afford to miss training days due to illness[26].
Together
Spirulina's antioxidant profile and Camu-Camu's immune-boosting properties create a nutritional safety net that keeps you healthy and in the gym.
🥊 What it means in the ring: A stronger immune system, micronutrient reinforcement, and antioxidant defence. Fighters who don't get sick don't miss training days.
The Supporting Cast
- Agave Inulin (125mg) — Gut Health: A natural prebiotic fibre that feeds beneficial gut bacteria, supporting digestion and nutrient absorption. Emerging sports science recognises the gut-brain axis as a factor in athletic performance. For boxers managing high-protein diets, weight cuts, and pre-fight nerves, gut health is a competitive advantage[27].
- Activated Charcoal (75mg) — Detoxification: A natural detoxifying agent that binds to toxins in the gut, supporting digestion and overall gut health. Works alongside the agave inulin to contribute to ATHANASE's gut health pillar.
- Fenugreek (50mg) — Testosterone Support: Traditionally used to support healthy testosterone levels — directly linked to strength, power output, and competitive drive. At this dose, it's a trace contribution working within the broader hormonal-support ecosystem of the blend[28].
- Shilajit (25mg) — Nutrient Absorption: A mineral-rich Himalayan resin containing fulvic acid which enhances nutrient absorption and supports cellular energy production. At this dose, it helps your body extract more value from every ingredient in ATHANASE and every meal you eat[29].
- Biotin (5mcg) — Aesthetics: A B-vitamin essential for healthy hair, skin, and nails. Because looking like a fighter matters as much as performing like one.
- Lemon Juice Extract (750mg) & Date Powder (750mg) — Natural Base: The natural flavour base and subtle sweetness of ATHANASE — no artificial flavourings or colourings. Dates also contribute trace minerals, while lemon juice extract adds Vitamin C and aids nutrient absorption.
The Honest Summary
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Let's be real about what ATHANASE is and isn't. It is a daily superfood blend where the primary active ingredients — maca (1,750mg) and guarana (500mg) — are dosed at levels backed by performance research. They're surrounded by 14 supporting ingredients that collectively address seven areas of men's health. It isn't a product where every single ingredient is at a standalone clinical dose. We're transparent about that because we respect you enough not to hide behind a proprietary blend.
🏃 Endurance
Maca Root at 1,750mg — researched, dosed, and the backbone of ATHANASE
Maca Root at 1,750mg — researched, dosed, and the backbone of ATHANASE
🎯 Focus
Guarana at 500mg — clean cognitive lift without the jitters
Guarana at 500mg — clean cognitive lift without the jitters
🔄 Recovery
KSM-66® Ashwagandha + Ginseng + Ginger — adaptogenic and anti-inflammatory support
KSM-66® Ashwagandha + Ginseng + Ginger — adaptogenic and anti-inflammatory support
🧠 Cognition
Lion's Mane + Guarana — neuroprotection and sharpened fight IQ
Lion's Mane + Guarana — neuroprotection and sharpened fight IQ
🛡️ Immunity
Spirulina + Camu-Camu — micronutrient density and antioxidant defence
Spirulina + Camu-Camu — micronutrient density and antioxidant defence
💪 Hormonal
Maca + Ashwagandha + Fenugreek + Shilajit — supporting male vitality
Maca + Ashwagandha + Fenugreek + Shilajit — supporting male vitality
Why Boxers Choose ATHANASE Over 10 Separate Supplements
Instead of buying and managing multiple products, you get a single daily scoop that covers multiple bases. The maca and guarana do the heavy lifting for endurance and focus. The adaptogens support recovery. The anti-inflammatories manage the wear and tear of a contact sport. The gut and immune ingredients keep your body running. And it's all Informed Sport certified — tested for banned substances — so you compete with confidence.
The Fighter's Routine
🌅 Morning / Pre-Training
Mix 1–2 scoops with water or add to a pre-training smoothie. At two scoops: 3,500mg maca + 1,000mg guarana — serious performance doses for your session.
💪 Post-Training
Blend into a protein shake or smoothie bowl. The ginger and adaptogens begin working on recovery, while spirulina and camu-camu replenish what training took out.
😴 Rest Days
Take with breakfast. The adaptogens continue supporting recovery even when you're not training. What you do between sessions matters as much as the sessions themselves.
Inca warriors took maca before battle. Ayurvedic practitioners prescribed ashwagandha for strength and vitality. Amazonian tribes relied on guarana for focus and endurance. These weren't trends — they were traditions forged over centuries by men who needed their bodies and minds to perform when it mattered most.
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📚 References
[1] Stone M. (2009). A pilot investigation into the effect of maca supplementation on physical activity and sexual desire in sportsmen. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 126(3), 574–576. Historical context on Inca warrior consumption of maca. — PubMed
[2] Stone M, Ibarra A, Roller M, Zangara A, Stevenson E. (2009). A pilot investigation into the effect of maca supplementation on physical activity and sexual desire in sportsmen. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 126(3), 574–576. — ScienceDirect
[3] Referenced in Hims overview of maca studies: 2023 study on 44 male elite athletes, 5g black maca extract for 8 weeks improved aerobic metabolism. — Hims
[4] The Maca Experts. How to improve athletic performance with maca. Summary of rat studies demonstrating increased swimming duration, GSH-Px, and muscle glycogen. — The Maca Experts
[5] Longevity Technology (2023). 6 Ways Maca Boosts Athletic Performance. Adaptogenic properties and hormonal balance in athletes. — Longevity Technology
[6] Pharmacy Times (2025). Caffeine vs Guarana: Can AI Predict Which Stimulant Packs the Bigger Punch? Overview of guarana's bioactive compounds (theobromine, theophylline, catechins) and slower caffeine release kinetics. — Pharmacy Times
[7] Gurney et al. (2023). Randomised trial finding guarana supplementation improved reaction time with greater cognitive benefits than caffeine alone. Referenced in Pharmacy Times and mindbodygreen. — mindbodygreen
[8] Pomportes L, Brisswalter J, Hays A, Davranche K. (2018). Effects of Carbohydrate, Caffeine and Guarana on Cognitive Performance, Perceived Exertion and Shooting Performance in High Level Athletes. International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance. — ResearchGate
[9] Study on guarana ingestion and intermittent exercise capacity in soccer players, referenced in QNT Sport and ResearchGate. — QNT Sport
[10] Hack et al. (2023). Meta-analysis confirming guarana may produce faster response times in mentally demanding tasks. Referenced in Pharmacy Times. — Pharmacy Times
[11] News-Medical (2026). Ashwagandha aids recovery without blunting training stress in athletes. Overview of cortisol elevation during pre-season training and effects on immune function, muscle breakdown, and sleep. — News-Medical
[12] NutraIngredients (2026). KSM-66 ashwagandha shows sex-specific benefits in athletes. Randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial: 600mg/day for 42 days stabilised cortisol and improved recovery. Nutrients; doi: 10.3390/nu18020230. — NutraIngredients
[13] Turkish Journal of Sports Medicine (2025). The effect of Ashwagandha on sports performance: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Included boxing among sports categories studied. 300–500mg aqueous root extract daily for 8–12 weeks. — TJSM
[14] Bonilla DA et al. (2021). Effects of Ashwagandha on Physical Performance: Systematic Review and Bayesian Meta-Analysis. Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology. 12 studies, 120–1,250mg/day. — PMC
[15] Banner Health. The Pros and Cons of Ashwagandha for Athletes. Sleep quality improvements and recommended doses of 600–1,000mg/day for athletes in intense training. — Banner Health
[16] Black CD et al. (2010). Ginger (Zingiber officinale) reduces muscle pain caused by eccentric exercise. The Journal of Pain, 11(9), 894–903. — PubMed
[17] Efficacy of Turmeric Extracts and Curcumin for Alleviating the Symptoms of Joint Arthritis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Journal of Medicinal Food. Overview of ginger's COX-1, COX-2, and NF-κB inhibition. — PMC
[18] Kuptniratsaikul V et al. (2014). Efficacy and safety of Curcuma domestica extracts compared with ibuprofen. Clinical Interventions in Aging. Turmeric and ginger as members of the Zingiberaceae family targeting complementary pathways. — PMC
[19] Roshanzamir F et al. (2020). Herbal formulation "turmeric extract, black pepper, and ginger" versus Naproxen for chronic knee osteoarthritis: A randomized, double-blind, controlled clinical trial. — PubMed
[20] Systematic review of 103 studies (2024), Phytotherapy Research. Curcumin's anti-inflammatory effects on markers linked to inflammation and metabolic health. Referenced in The Healthy (2025). — The Healthy
[21] Preclinical studies on hericenones and erinacines promoting NGF synthesis. Frontiers in Nutrition (2025). — Frontiers
[22] Docherty S et al. (2023). The Acute and Chronic Effects of Lion's Mane Mushroom Supplementation on Cognitive Function, Stress and Mood in Young Adults. Nutrients, 15. Stroop task performance improved at 60 min post-dose. — PMC
[23] Grapple Science (2023). The Benefits of Lion's Mane. Focus on neuroprotective properties in combat sports contexts. — Grapple Science
[24] Traditional use of Siberian Ginseng in Eastern European and Russian athletic programmes for physical work capacity and stress tolerance.
[25] Spirulina nutrient profile: complete protein, iron, B-vitamins, and antioxidant compounds.
[26] Camu-Camu as the most concentrated natural source of Vitamin C.
[27] Emerging research on the gut-brain axis and athletic performance, including the role of prebiotic fibres in supporting digestive health and nutrient absorption.
[28] Traditional use of fenugreek for supporting testosterone levels and male vitality.
[29] Shilajit's fulvic acid content and its role in enhancing nutrient absorption. Traditional Ayurvedic classification as "destroyer of weakness."
⚠️ Important Information
ATHANASE® is a food supplement and should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet and healthy lifestyle. Do not exceed the stated recommended daily dose. Contains 15mg caffeine per serving. If you are taking medication or have a pre-existing medical condition, please consult with your doctor. Keep out of reach of children.
Every batch of ATHANASE® is tested for banned substances under the Informed Sport programme. Products undergo rigorous testing using ISO 17025 accredited methods to provide the highest level of assurance for athletes. For further information, visit informed-sport.com.
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