Take Care of Your Overloaded Joints

Give your joints the care they deserve with regular activity. Joint nutrition is a product often sought by athletes to support the musculoskeletal system, and many of them already contain vitamin C, which contributes to collagen formation.

Prevention is Key!

Any physical activity brings significant strain not only to the musculoskeletal system but also to the skeletal system (bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, etc.). The younger a person is, the less they realize how they should properly care for their body. On the other hand, the older a person gets, the more they feel the need for that "care." Therefore, it is very important to find a compromise and not wait until the first signs of pain and wear on the joints appear with advancing years, as it may then be too late for any prevention. Remember that treatment or, in the worst case, surgery is always more time-consuming and financially demanding than prevention itself.

Many people think that if they regularly use joint nutrition, it will save them, and they can do whatever they want with their bodies. Unfortunately, this is not true – quality joint nutrition is an excellent aid, but if you suffer from overweight, eat an "unhealthy" diet, and only exercise rarely, then just using products will not save you. Both a lack of movement and, on the other hand, excessive training loads or one-off extreme efforts can do more harm than good. As the saying goes, too much of anything is harmful. Strain should always be dosed thoughtfully. In your training week, don't forget to include a rest day.

Even if your joints don't hurt, include a preventive course once a year

If you are among those who love movement, regularly exercise, and occasionally push your body, keep in mind that fortune favors the prepared. Therefore, we recommend incorporating a "preventive" course at least once a year, which provides the overloaded joints with the proper nutrition.

When is it appropriate to include this preventive course?

When else but after a period of strain, i.e., in February, for example, after the summer cycling, running, or other seasons. You can also include a "preventive course" before a period of intense strain – for example, if you are going on a demanding sports holiday, a month beforehand is an ideal time to prepare your body.

Where is connective tissue found?

Simply put, connective tissue is found in many places in the human body. It forms the structure of tendons, cartilage, bones, blood vessels, skin, but also the cornea of the eye, etc. Connective tissue is primarily made up of so-called fibrous proteins, namely collagen, elastin, and complex proteoglycans.

Are there substances that joint nutrition should contain?

We already know where connective tissues are, and therefore it is also good to mention that there are substances that, although their effects are not supported by approved studies, are sought after by people for supporting the musculoskeletal system. These substances include glucosamine sulfate, chondroitin sulfate, or methylsulfonylmethane. All these substances are naturally occurring in the body and play an important role in the structure of connective tissues. Since all active substances need to be incorporated into the body's structure, dietary supplements should be used for a longer period. So don't expect improvements after the first week; the recommended minimum usage period is 1 month. However, it depends on your issues and the state of damage.

Our Tips

• Flexit Gold Drink – A product literally packed with substances needed for the metabolic processes of the musculoskeletal system. This top instant drink contains 9 active substances and tastes better than regular collagen drinks.
• Flexit Gold Liquid – Treat yourself to a unique combination of 19 active substances in a tasty liquid form. Thanks to its refined composition and above-standard doses of active substances, Flexit Gold Liquid is a premium product in the joint nutrition category.
• Collagen Liquid – A liquid form of hydrolyzed collagen with an orange flavor, enriched with magnesium and vitamins B6, B12, biotin, and C, contributing to the normal function of blood vessels, bones, cartilage, gums, teeth, and skin.
• Flexit Gelacoll Caps – Joint care is ensured by unique capsules containing a large amount of hydrolyzed gelatin and vitamin C.
• Flexit Gold Gel – A quickly absorbed massage gel with a combination of 7 active substances specifically designed for massage in the area of strained joints and muscles, warming and relaxing before sports and throughout the day.