Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins and minerals for athletes

Regular training increases your need for vitamins and minerals, and diet does not always keep up. Supplements help close common gaps and support wellbeing, immunity and recovery.

What athletes take most often

• Omega-3: fatty acids for the heart, blood vessels and joints. Especially useful if you rarely eat fish.
• Vitamin D3 + K2: vitamin D matters for bones, muscles and immunity, and deficiency is common in regions with short days.
• Magnesium + B6: supports the nervous system and muscles, and helps with cramps and poor sleep under heavy training.
• Multivitamins: a basic insurance policy for your diet.

How to choose

The best approach is to get a blood test and choose supplements based on real deficiencies. Without tests, start with omega-3, vitamin D and a multivitamin at the preventive doses on the label.

Vitamins and minerals are food supplements, not medicines. If you have a chronic condition or are pregnant, consult your doctor.