Interview with Dario Novak, Associate Professor at the University of Zagreb and Strength & Conditioning Coach to ATP and WTA tennis professionals. Dario shares how recovery, nutrition, and science-backed strategies help elite tennis players manage the demands of training, travel, and competition throughout the season.
“Unbroken is a fast-recovery, high-performance edge for athletes who demand the best.”
As a performance coach working with ATP and WTA tennis professionals, and as an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Kinesiology, University of Zagreb, I’m deeply focused on optimizing every part of an athlete’s recovery and performance strategy. When I discovered Unbroken, it immediately stood out—not just because of its unique formulation with fresh salmon protein, but because it actually delivered results.
I was introduced to the product in Iceland, after a keynote lecture. What struck me first was the science - and second, the people behind the brand. A small, passionate team with a high-quality, clean product that’s informed-sport certified and designed with real athletes in mind.
I now use Unbroken in my own daily routine, especially during intense coaching periods, and I recommend it to the elite players I train. Personally, I take it twice daily during the offseason and at least once per day during regular weeks—often pre-workout for energy and post-workout for recovery. One of the most underrated benefits? Taking it before sleep. It consistently improves my sleep quality and helps with jet lag recovery, which is critical in a sport that travels globally.
For tennis players, I recommend a tailored approach depending on the season. During training blocks, it’s ideal to take Unbroken before and after sessions to support readiness and accelerate muscle repair. During tournaments, players can take it in the morning, after matches, and before bed to maintain energy, manage soreness, and enhance overnight recovery.
Whether you're coaching, training, or competing, Unbroken is a product I believe in and a staple I recommend at the highest levels of sport.
- Dario Novak
Associate Professor, Faculty of Kinesiology, University of Zagreb
Strength & Conditioning Coach to ATP & WTA Tennis Professionals
