A major challenge: mental fatigue and sports performance
The negative effects of mental fatigue on physical tasks, particularly during endurance activities, have been widely documented. Mental fatigue can directly impair performance by increasing the perception of effort, reducing concentration, and limiting the ability to sustain exercise intensity over time.
In this context, Rhodiola rosea has been extensively studied for its potential to reduce mental fatigue, support cognitive performance, and promote overall well-being. However, only a limited number of studies have specifically investigated its effects on resistance training performance or repeated high-intensity exercise.
The RhodioZen® approach to sports performance is built on a deeper understanding of the connection between mental load and physical performance, an increasingly important factor for athletes seeking to perform consistently and recover effectively.
Regardless of the level of practice, expectations converge
Whether pursuing an active lifestyle or engaging in more intensive sports activities, consumers share a common goal: to enhance performance without compromising the balance between body and mind.
Active lifestyle
Seeking vitality, effective stress management, and sustained energy throughout the day.
Active athletes
Seeking to enhance physical performance, endurance, and concentration capacity.
Our study
The Impact of Rhodiola Rosea extract on strength performance in alternative bench-press and bench-pull exercises under resting and mental fatigue conditions.
Marcos-Frutos D et al. Nutrients. 2025. doi: 10.3390/nu17060940.
Randomized, triple-blind, placebo-controlled crossover study.
18 volunteers, aged between 19 and 34 years
Supplementation intake
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Cure: 2 × 600 mg / d
12h appart
Tests
Thursday
1200 mg intake 1h prior to the cognitive tasks
Wash Out
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Evaluation
Cognitive tasks :
Stroop and MOT (Multi-Object tracking)
Physical performance:
repetitions number and maximum velocity (Linear position transducer)
Cognitive performance
RhodioZen® can improve cerebral acuity and assists cognitive performance recovery after induced physical or mental fatigue.
Stroop test-Reaction time
RhodioZen® may improves cerebral acuity
by enhancing information processing speed.
Balls average speed flowing MOT test
RhodioZen® could facilitated cognitive performance recovery after induced physical or mental fatigue.
Training performance
RhodioZen® supports anaerobic exercise and explosive strength.
Repetition number of bench press
after video control
Without induced mental fatigue RhodioZen® significantly improved repetition number in bench press over the first 2 sets.
Velocity of the bench pull after video control
Without induced mental fatigue RhodioZen® significantly improved the velocity execution in bench pull over the first 3 sets.
Your questions answered
Can I use the study results for my dietary supplements?
The use of data generated from the study requires a co-branding agreement. This ensures a compliant and regulated use of both the scientific results and the registered RhodioZen® trademark.
Are there any pending EFSA health claims related to sports performance?
Yes. One pending EFSA health claim is associated with sports applications: ID 2829.
At what dosage is RhodioZen® effective for sports performance?
Efficacy has been demonstrated following an acute intake of 1,200 mg, particularly in the context of intense physical effort.
Who is RhodioZen® intended for in sports applications
RhodioZen® is suitable for: Active lifestyle consumers, Athletes engaged in intensive training and gamers.
These populations are often exposed to prolonged physical and cognitive stress, making mental resilience and sustained performance key concerns.
Convinced by RhodioZen®® ?
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