9EAA vs BCAA for muscle recovery
Author: Geir Gunnar Markusson, Nutritionist MSc., Unbroken. BCAAs have long been associated with muscle recovery, but are they enough? Discover the difference between Branched-chain amino acids (BC...
Natural recovery beyond synthetic peptides
By Geir Gunnar Markusson, MSc in Nutrition. Not all peptides are the same. Discover the difference between naturally derived salmon peptides and synthetic peptide therapies, and learn how food-firs...
The missing link between sleep and recovery
By Geir Gunnar Markusson, MSc in Nutrition. Discover why sleep is only one part of effective recovery, how nutrient timing influences overnight muscle repair, and why fueling before, during, and af...
Recovery science: strength & aging
By Geir Gunnar Markusson, MSc in Nutrition. Muscle strength is essential for healthy aging. Learn how strength training, adequate protein intake, and effective recovery work together to preserve mu...
Recovery science: myths vs reality
By Geir Gunnar Markusson, MSc in Nutrition. Recovery nutrition is surrounded by myths, half-truths, and conflicting advice. Discover what the science really says about sugar, caffeine, protein, and...
Mental performance starts with strong foundations
Interview with Dr. Elisabetta Borgia, Head of Psychology at Lidl-Trek. Discover how mental readiness, emotional resilience, and recovery help riders manage fatigue, perform under pressure, and sust...
Supporting immunity through smarter recovery
By Geir Gunnar Markusson, MSc in Nutrition and Nutrition Specialist at Unbroken. Discover how hard training affects your immune system and the science-backed nutrition strategies that help you reco...
Inside Lidl-Trek: trom the team doctor
Interview with Dr. Jens Hinder, Head Doctor at Lidl-Trek. Dr. Hinder shares his philosophy on athlete health, load management, and recovery, and explains why Unbroken's natural amino acid profile a...
Recovery science: muscle soreness
By Geir Gunnar Markusson, MSc in Nutrition. Muscle soreness after training isn't just something to endure—it can be understood and managed. Learn what causes delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS), w...
Recovery Science: Absorption Speed
By Geir Gunnar Markusson, MSc in Nutrition. Recovery doesn't depend only on how much protein you consume—it also depends on how quickly essential amino acids reach your muscles. Discover why absorp...
Recovery Science: 4-in-1 Benefits
Recovery involves more than one process. Explore the four key benefits that support effective recovery: muscle recovery, energy and endurance, joint health, and immune function. The old approach to...
Recovery Science: Beyond Collagen
Collagen plays an important role in supporting joints, tendons, and connective tissue, but effective recovery requires more than collagen alone. Discover why collagen, all nine essential amino acid...
Recovery Science: Peak Performance
Performance isn't determined by training alone. Learn how science-backed recovery, fast nutrient absorption, and essential amino acids work together to support muscle recovery, training consistency...
Recovery Science: Ditch the Dairy
In the realm of fitness and athletic performance, protein supplementation has long been dominated by dairy-derived options like whey. However, a growing shift toward marine-based proteins is emergi...
Recovery Science: Recovery Superpower
Recovery is more than rest - it's how your body adapts and becomes stronger. Explore the science behind effective recovery and discover how nutrition, sleep, movement, and smart recovery strategies...
Recovery Science: Unlocking Performance
Performance starts with effective recovery. Discover how fast-absorbing essential amino acids, collagen peptides, and key micronutrients work together to support muscle recovery, reduce fatigue, an...
Recovery Science: Everyday Wellness
Recovery is an important part of everyday wellness, not just elite sport. Discover how supporting recovery can help active adults maintain muscle health, stay active, and better manage the physical...
Recovery Science: The Science of Unbroken
Why does your body crave rapid recovery after exercise? Discover the science behind Unbroken and how free-form 9EAA, collagen peptides, and essential micronutrients work together to support muscle ...
Recovery Science: Free-Form 9EAA
Your body depends on all nine essential amino acids to repair and rebuild muscle. Learn why free-form 9 essential amino acids (9EAA) are fundamental to muscle protein synthesis, recovery, and long-...
Recovery Science: Why 9EAA Matter
Essential amino acids are the building blocks of muscle health, but your body cannot produce them on its own. Discover why all nine essential amino acids (9EAA) are important for muscle recovery, m...
