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D-Riboseis a simple carbohydrate molecule found in EVERY cell in the humanbody. D-Ribose is critical in the continuous production of ATP, themolecule which gives our muscles and our heart the energy they need toperform. Research indicates that supplementing with Ribose is aneffective way to increase energy levels (ATP) within the muscle cell,enhance muscular performance, and aid in recovery after high intensityexercise.
As is thegoal of many of today's top supplements, including HMB, L-Glutamineand Creatine, Ribose is used in an attempt to boost strength levels,enhance gains in muscle size and strength and prevent muscle tissuebreakdown that can occur subsequent to strenuous exercise. Bysupplementing with Ribose, an athlete can increase their muscle ATPlevels and thereby produce more energy during short, intense bursts ofactivity, like weight training and sprinting. All muscles in the bodyrely on a constant supply of ATP for the energy they need to functionproperly. When we place great energy demands on our heart or skeletalmuscles through intense physical exercise, our muscles become deprivedof oxygen due to diminished blood flow. This oxygen deprivation leadsto a drastic decrease in muscle ATP/energy levels. Studies have shownthat muscle ATP stores can be decreased by as much as 60-70% followingexhaustive exercise and that it can take over 72 HOURS for these ATPstores to be adequately replenished. During this recuperation period,muscular strength and endurance maybe GREATLY diminished. D-Ribose hasbeen shown to dramatically enhance the rate at which ATP isreplenished in the muscles decreasing the recovery time from 72 HOURSto as little as 12 HOURS! D-Ribose is absorbed VERY efficiently with95% of what you consume delivered to the bloodstream. D-Ribose willhave no effect on heart rate or blood pressure and should be takenapproximately 1 hour before exercise and immediately after. Also,D-Ribose, when taken with Creatine Monohydrate, has a synergisticeffect on muscle strength, endurance, and recovery making this comboone of the most potent weapons in an athlete's arsenal. Finally,D-Ribose also gives the body a SUDDEN JOLT of energy when taken, andwill thus help as a preworkout supplement.
The amountof studies done on D-Ribose are to numerous to list here. Ribose hasbeen studied since the 1950s, and even though the benefits have beenknown for over 40 years, the high cost of manufacturing made itunavailable to the masses. Now with increases in manufacturingtechnology, Ribose has become affordable enough for anyone to use it.
Whilethere is no definitive guide on how much ribose should be taken, mostexperts agree that large amounts should be taken as a "loadingphase" for the first week of supplementation when the body ismost responsive. For this loading phase 3 grams taken 3-4 times a dayshould be sufficient. Then, once the muscles are saturated withribose, a maintenance dose can be consumed. This should range from 6-9grams a day.
As of yet,no known side effects have been reported from the use of Ribose.D-Ribose is a natural nutrient produced by our bodies and is believed tobe safe.
Therehas been no evidence to suggest that cycling ribose can beadvantageous. However, the cost prohibitive nature of supplementingwith ribose as well as the potential to "down-regulate" its benefits,might pose a case for cycling. Some cycling schemes that are similarto creatine's include: a prolonged period using a maintenance dose,say 4-6 weeks, followed by another "loading phase", and a4-6 week reduced dosage pattern followed by a loading phase. As is thecase with all supplementation, better judgment is the key to success.Knowing your body and its limits is as crucial to propersupplementation as it is to proper training.
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