We train in a simulated altitude environment. We follow progressive programming. We coach with intent.
Supplements for recovery and performance only make sense if they complement structured training.
That’s why we’ve partnered with Pillar Performance, because when training is structured and consistent, the right support can make a measurable difference.
Why supplements for recovery and performance matter
Training places stress on the body.
Strength work challenges muscle tissue. Conditioning challenges energy systems. Altitude training adds another layer by increasing physiological demand.
Progress happens when the body adapts to that stress and recovery is what allows that adaptation to take place.
Supplements for recovery and performance don’t do the training for you. But when used properly, they can:
- Support muscle repair
- Improve training output
- Assist nervous system recovery
- Help maintain long-term joint health
- Fill nutritional gaps when diet alone isn’t enough
For our All-Stars, that matters. Especially when training consistently inside a high-performance environment.
Why Combine Air partners with Pillar Performance
Not all supplements are created equal. If we’re recommending supplements for recovery and performance, they need to be:
- Evidence-based
- Clearly dosed
- Independently batch tested
- Free from unnecessary fillers
Pillar Performance meets that standard.
Their formulations are built around research which aligns with how we operate at Combine Air: science-backed, structured, and purposeful.
The three key supplements we focus on
When members ask about supplements for recovery and performance, these are the three we discuss most often.
1. Creatine: supporting strength and repeat effort
Creatine is one of the most researched supplements in sport.
It supports short bursts of high-intensity effort and helps replenish energy within muscle cells. For members lifting heavy, pushing through conditioning blocks, or training multiple times per week, this matters.
Creatine works by increasing the amount of phosphocreatine stored in your muscles. Phosphocreatine helps regenerate ATP, which is your body’s immediate energy source during short, explosive efforts like lifting, sprinting, or repeat intervals. When ATP is restored more efficiently, output can stay higher for longer.
Creatine also draws water into the muscle cell itself, which supports muscle function and may create a more favourable environment for strength and growth.
Creatine can support:
- Strength progression
- Power output
- Repeat efforts across sessions
- Overall training quality
Creatine is not a stimulant, and works through daily consistency.
Best time to take creatine:
Any time of day. Consistency is more important than timing. Many choose post-training or with a meal.
2. Magnesium: supporting recovery and sleep
Magnesium plays a critical role in muscle function and nervous system regulation. Many active people don’t get enough from diet alone.
For those using supplements for recovery and performance, magnesium is often overlooked.
Magnesium can support:
- Muscle relaxation
- Reduced cramping
- Nervous system recovery
- Improved sleep quality
Sleep is one of the most powerful performance tools available. Training stimulus only converts into progress when recovery happens.
Best time to take magnesium:
30-60 minutes before bed to support relaxation and sleep.
3. Collagen: supporting joints and connective tissue
Training doesn’t just challenge muscle. It loads tendons, ligaments, and joints.
Collagen is the primary structural protein found in connective tissue. It gives tendons and ligaments their strength and elasticity.
From our mid-20s onward, natural collagen production gradually declines. At the same time, connective tissue has a slower repair rate than muscle due to reduced blood supply. When you layer consistent strength training, conditioning, or Pilates on top of that, supporting tissue quality becomes increasingly important.
Collagen supplementation provides key amino acids (particularly glycine and proline) that support connective tissue repair and resilience.
For members training consistently, durability matters.
Collagen can support:
- Joint integrity
- Tendon resilience
- Long-term movement health
- Training longevity
Best time to take collagen:
In the morning or 30-60 minutes before training. Pairing with vitamin C can support absorption.
How supplements for recovery and performance fit into altitude training
At Combine Air, we train at a simulated 3,500m above sea level. Oxygen availability is reduced, increasing the training stimulus without increasing session length.
Altitude makes training more efficient. It also increases the importance of recovery.
When stress increases, support matters more.
That’s where supplements for recovery and performance fit into the bigger system.
- Creatine supports output.
- Magnesium supports recovery.
- Collagen supports longevity.
Together, they complement structured programming, altitude exposure, and in-club recovery modalities like sauna, cold plunge and compression boots.