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We just . . . wait for it . . . give you your money back. Holy moo cows. And that means you can say "yes" now and decide later.

Will Recharge help you pack on brain-shrinking amounts of muscle in 30 days flat?

No.

Will it add another plate or two to the bar?

Absolutely not.

But will Recharge help you train harder, recover better, and gain faster?

Yes. Or your money back.

  • Tested for purity and potency in an ISO 17025-accredited third-party laboratory, and independently certified to contain no contaminants or banned substances by Labdoor™[7] Every bottle of Recharge is guaranteed to provide exactly what the label claims and nothing else—no heavy metals, microbes, allergens, or other contaminants.
  • Made in the USA with globally sourced ingredients in NSF-certified and FDA-inspected facilities that adhere to Current Good Manufacturing Practice standards
  • Backed by our “No Return Necessary” money-back guarantee that works like this: If you don’t absolutely love Recharge, just let us know, and we’ll give you a full refund on the spot. No forms or returns necessary.

So order now, try Recharge risk free, and see for yourself why it’s one of the most popular naturally sweetened and flavored post-workout supplements in the world (over 550,000 bottles sold and counting!).

Will Recharge help you pack on brain-shrinking amounts of muscle in 30 days flat?

No.

Will it add another plate or two to the bar?

Absolutely not.

But is it a naturally sweetened and flavored[1] While artificial sweeteners may not be as dangerous as some people claim, studies suggest that regular consumption of these chemicals may indeed be harmful to our health. That’s why we use natural sweeteners like stevia, erythritol, and monk fruit instead. post-workout supplement with clinically effective doses[2] Every serving of Recharge contains 7.1 grams of active ingredients that have been shown to be safe and effective in peer-reviewed scientific research. of 3 ingredients scientifically shown[3] Each active ingredient in Recharge is backed by published scientific studies that show benefits in healthy humans. to increase muscle and strength gain, improve recovery, and reduce muscle soreness?

And will it help you train harder, recover better, and gain faster?

Yes. Or your money back.

  • 44 peer-reviewed scientific studies support the effectiveness of Recharge’s precise combination of ingredients, forms, and doses[4] That’s 486 pages of scientific research that shows Recharge works exactly like we say it does.
  • Naturally sweetened and flavored with no artificial sweeteners, flavors, food dyes, fillers, or other unnecessary junk[5] While these types of chemicals may not be as dangerous as some people claim, studies suggest that regular consumption of them may indeed be harmful to our health. And that’s why you won’t find them in Recharge.
  • No proprietary blends or hidden ingredients—each ingredient and dose are clearly listed on the label[6] The "proprietary blend" is little more than a sneaky way to use tiny (ineffective) amounts of lots of ingredients and hope customers don't know any better.
  • Tested for purity and potency in an ISO 17025-accredited third-party laboratory, and independently certified to contain no contaminants or banned substances by Labdoor™[7] Every bottle of Recharge is guaranteed to provide exactly what the label claims and nothing else—no heavy metals, microbes, allergens, or other contaminants.
  • Made in the USA with globally sourced ingredients in NSF-certified and FDA-inspected facilities that adhere to Current Good Manufacturing Practice standards

Recharge is also backed by our “No Return Necessary” money-back guarantee that works like this:

If you don’t absolutely love Recharge, just let us know, and we’ll give you a full refund on the spot. No forms or returns necessary.

So order now, try Recharge risk free, and see for yourself why it’s one of the most popular naturally sweetened and flavored post-workout supplements in the world (that has sold over 550,000 bottles and counting!).

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WARNING: Consuming this product can expose you to chemicals including lead which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/food.

Legion Recharge Ingredients (7.11 grams per serving)

Micronized Creatine Monohydrate (5 grams per serving)

Creatine is a compound made up of the amino acids L-arginine, glycine, and methionine. Our body can produce creatine naturally, but it can also absorb and store creatine found in various foods like meat, eggs, and fish.

Creatine monohydrate is creatine with one molecule of water attached to it. This form of creatine has been around (and studied) for decades and is a tried-and-true winner, whereas other forms have failed to produce better results.

The creatine monohydrate in Recharge has also been micronized, which is a process that produces very fine particles that are more water soluble and easier to digest. Thus, micronized creatine monohydrate mixes better with liquid than the non-micronized form and is less likely to upset sensitive stomachs.

Research shows that supplementation with creatine monohydrate . . .

  • Boosts muscle and strength gain[8][9][10][11]
  • Improves anaerobic endurance[12][13][14][15][16][17]
  • Reduces muscle damage and soreness from exercise[18][19]
  • Increases the amount of glycogen your muscles can store[20]
  • Helps preserve lean mass and strength while restricting calories[21]

And in case you’re worried that creatine is bad for your kidneys, these claims have been horribly overblown.[22][23] Creatine supplementation isn’t advised in cases of kidney disease treated by diuretics, but in healthy people, both short- and long-term usage of creatine has no harmful side effects.[24][25][26]

The clinically effective dose of creatine monohydrate is 3 to 5 grams.[27]

Micronized Creatine Monohydrate

L-Carnitine L-Tartrate (2.1 grams per serving)

L-carnitine is a naturally occurring amino acid found mostly in meat and dairy products. It’s “conditionally essential,” which means our body can produce it as long as we’re also eating enough of two other amino acids it can’t produce, lysine and methionine.

L-tartrate is a salt used to increase the absorption of other nutrients.

L-carnitine serves several vital functions in the body, mostly related to the production of cellular energy.[28] Thus, it’s not surprising that most of the L-carnitine in your body is found in your muscles, which have to be able to quickly generate a tremendous amount of energy.[29]

Additionally, when you supplement with L-carnitine, you greatly increase your body’s carnitine stores, and your muscles’ stores in particular.[30] This is why research shows that supplementation with L-carnitine L-tartrate . . .

  • Reduces exercise-induced muscle damage and soreness[31][32][33]
  • Improves muscle repair[34]

The clinically effective dose of L-carnitine L-tartrate is 1 to 2 grams.[35]

L-Carnitine L-Tartrate

Corosolic Acid (10.5 milligrams per serving)

Corosolic acid is a substance that comes from the leaves of the banaba plant, a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia.

Traditionally used in herbal medicine in the Philippines and other parts of Southeast Asia, corosolic acid inhibits the activity of an enzyme called PTB1B, which plays a vital role in regulating various cellular processes.

Research shows that supplementation with corosolic acid…

  • Improves nutrition absorption
  • Enhances antioxidant activity
  • Supports healthy inflammation levels
  • May improve body composition[36]

The clinically effective dose of corosolic acid is 10 milligrams.[37]

Corosolic Acid

Naturally Sweetened & Flavored

While artificial sweeteners may not be as dangerous as some people claim, studies suggest that regular consumption of these chemicals may indeed be harmful to our health.[38][39][40][41][42][43]

That’s why we use natural sweeteners like stevia, erythritol, and monk fruit instead. Studies show that these ingredients are not only safe but can also confer several health benefits, including better nutrient absorption, healthy cholesterol and inflammation levels, and more.[44][45][46][47]

No Artificial Food Dyes or Other Chemical Junk

No Artificial Food Dyes, Fillers, or Other Unnecessary Junk

As with artificial sweeteners, studies show that artificial food dyes and fillers can cause negative effects in some people, including gastrointestinal toxicity and behavioral disorders.[48][49][50][51][52]

That’s why we use natural coloring and flavoring derived from fruits and other foods as well as naturally derived ingredients for improving texture, enhancing shelf life, and facilitating the manufacturing process.

No Artificial Food Dyes or Other Chemical Junk

Third-Party Lab Tested for Potency & Purity

Recharge is tested by a state-of-the-art ISO 17025-accredited third-party laboratory for heavy metals, microbes, allergens, and other contaminants to ensure compliance with FDA purity standards.

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  • Creatine Monohydrate
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5+ million bottles sold to 1+ million customers who have left us 45,000+ 5-star reviews.

Clinically Effective Doses
Clinically Effective Ingredients and Doses

Every ingredient, form, and dose in Recharge is backed by peer-reviewed scientific research demonstrating clear benefits in healthy humans.

Naturally Sweetened & Flavored
Naturally Sweetened and Flavored

Recharge is naturally sweetened with stevia and naturally flavored with extracts from fruit, vegetables, plants and other foods.

Total Label Transparency
Total Label Transparency

We clearly list the dose of each ingredient in Recharge on the label—no proprietary blends or hidden ingredients—so you can verify our formulation’s validity and effectiveness.

Lab Tested
Third-Party Lab Tested by Labdoor™

Recharge is tested for purity and potency in an ISO 17025-accredited third-party laboratory, and independently certified to contain no contaminants or banned substances by Labdoor™.

Made in USA
Made in the USA

Recharge is made in America with globally sourced ingredients in NSF-certified, FDA-inspected facilities that adhere to Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) standards.

100% Money-Back-Guarantee
"No Return Necessary"
Money-Back Guarantee

If you don't absolutely love Recharge, you get a prompt and courteous refund. No forms or returns necessary.

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