Benefits
Body composition with exercise
In randomized studies, the bioactive collagen peptides combined with resistance training increased lean body mass and reduced fat mass more than training alone.
Muscle and strength
The collagen peptides support gains in muscle mass and strength when paired with a training program.
Connective-tissue support
Collagen supplies the amino acids glycine, proline, and hydroxyproline used to maintain muscle connective tissue and tendons.
Mechanism of action
Amino acid signaling
The specific collagen peptides deliver amino acids that, together with the stimulus of resistance training, support muscle protein and connective-tissue synthesis.
Connective-tissue substrate
Collagen provides building blocks for the extracellular matrix that supports and transmits force in muscle.
Clinical trials
Randomized study of specific bioactive collagen peptides with resistance training on body composition. (Zdzieblik et al. 2021, International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health)
Adults in a resistance-training program.
The collagen peptides plus training increased lean mass and reduced fat mass more than training with placebo.