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Brain-First Sports Nutrition

Your child
trains their body.
What's protecting their brain?

The only NSF Certified brain-first formula trusted by 500+ NFL, NHL and PWHL athletes — built for your young athlete. Five clinically-backed ingredients. One scoop a day.

★★★★★ 4.9  ·  340+ verified reviews
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Headstrong — Brain-First Sports Nutrition, NSF Certified for Sport
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Certified for Sport
Independently verified
500+
Pro Athletes
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5
Ingredients
NSF
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500+
Pro Athletes
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PWHL  ·  MLB
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for Sport
The blind spot

The pads.
The training.
The brain.

Carson Steele, NFL Running Back, Kansas City Chiefs
🏈 NFL  ·  Kansas City Chiefs  ·  Co-Founder
“I couldn’t find anything like this. It's been a game-changer for me.”
Carson SteeleNFL Running Back  ·  Team Headstrong Athlete
DB

Dr. Darren Burke

PhD Sport & Exercise Science · Prior exits in sports nutrition. Every ingredient selected on peer-reviewed evidence alone.

EN

Evan Nause

Professional Hockey Player · Co-Founder. Built Headstrong because he lived the gap between physical preparation and brain protection in pro sport.

What’s in every scoop

Five ingredients.
Each earning its place.

No proprietary blends. No underdosed fillers. Every ingredient at its clinically-studied dose, independently verified by NSF Certified for Sport.

i
Creatine Monohydrate

Full 5g clinical dose — the most researched performance compound in sports science. Fuels ATP in muscle and brain. Emerging research supports direct neuroprotective effects.

5g Dose
ii
Lion’s Mane Mushroom

Studied for nerve growth factor support, memory and everyday cognitive performance. The differentiator no other creatine formula includes — and the reason Headstrong protects the brain.

Brain Hero
iii
Ashwagandha KSM-66®

The gold-standard branded extract. Clinically studied to reduce cortisol and stabilise mood. Consistent mental performance across a full competitive season.

KSM-66®
iv
NAC — N-Acetyl Cysteine

Precursor to glutathione, the body’s primary antioxidant. Supports the brain’s resilience against oxidative stress from contact sport and high-intensity training.

NAC
v
L-Tyrosine

Precursor to dopamine and norepinephrine. Maintains focus and decision-making under physical fatigue — the mental side of the fourth quarter.

Amino Acid
Third-party verified

The standard
that actually
means something.

Most professional leagues and NCAA programs require it. Your young athlete deserves the same standard the pros depend on.

No banned substances from the WADA prohibited listTested against the full prohibited substance database
No heavy metals above safe thresholdsLead, mercury, arsenic, cadmium — independently tested
Label accuracy — stated ingredients at stated dosesDosages verified, not just claimed
No microbiological contaminants, mold or yeastPurity verified at the batch level
Required by most pro leagues and NCAA programsThe certification athletes who get tested depend on
NSF
Certified for Sport
Third-Party Independently Verified
Carson Steele
Kansas City Chiefs
NFL
Brandon Johnson
Pittsburgh Steelers
NFL
Mackie Samoskevich
Florida Panthers
NHL
Louis Crevier
Chicago Blackhawks
NHL
Sophie Shirley
Boston Fleet
PWHL
Adisyn Coffey
Chicago White Sox
MLB
500+ Athletes
NFL · NHL · PWHL · MLB
PRO
Verified buyers

Trusted at the highest level.
Rated 4.9 by parents.

★★★★★

“I researched every ingredient before ordering. The NSF certification sealed it. The science is real and it actually tastes good.”

Karen M.  ·  Parent · Verified Buyer
★★★★★

“My daughter plays hockey at a high level. This is the only certified product built for brain health specifically. Both boxes checked.”

Tom H.  ·  Parent · Verified Buyer
★★★★★

“Three months in. His coaches noticed the difference in focus at practice. I feel confident about every ingredient on that label.”

Sandra A.  ·  Parent · Verified Buyer
The value case

Five products.
One formula.
$39.99.

Creatine Monohydrate$18–25/mo
Lion’s Mane Extract$22–30/mo
Ashwagandha KSM-66®$18–24/mo
NAC$12–18/mo
L-Tyrosine$10–16/mo
Bought separately  ·  No NSF $80–113
Headstrong  ·  NSF Certified $39.99
per month with subscription  ·  all 5 ingredients at clinical doses
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Give your child
the professional standard.

Headstrong
  • All 5 ingredients at clinically-studied doses
  • NSF Certified for Sport — independently verified
  • 20% off every order, delivered monthly
  • Skip, pause or cancel anytime — no lock-in
  • 30-day money-back guarantee
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30
Day
Guarantee

Not satisfied after 30 days? Full refund on your first order. No calls. No conditions.

Questions answered

What parents ask.

Yes. Every ingredient has an established safety profile backed by peer-reviewed research. The product is NSF Certified for Sport — the same standard required by most professional leagues and NCAA programs. Creatine monohydrate has one of the longest safety records in sports nutrition. Consult your healthcare provider if your child has underlying conditions or is on medication.

NSF independently tests for banned substances from the WADA list, heavy metals, microbiological contaminants, and verifies that what is stated on the label is accurately present at the stated dose. The manufacturing facility is also audited. It is the most rigorous certification in sports nutrition.

Headstrong contains five ingredients, not one. Purchasing each separately at clinically-studied doses typically costs $80–120 per month with no NSF Certification. At $39.99 with a subscription you are getting the complete certified formula. You are not paying more for creatine — you are paying for four additional clinically-backed ingredients and the verification standard most brands cannot match.

Most athletes notice improvements in focus, mood and training consistency within two to four weeks of daily use. Creatine’s performance benefits become apparent after full saturation at three to four weeks. The full effect builds over a complete training block or season.

No stimulants. No caffeine. Nothing that disrupts sleep. Ashwagandha is studied for supporting the stress response and recovery, which can support sleep quality. It can be taken at any time of day.

Your first tub ships immediately. You are billed $39.99 monthly and a fresh tub ships automatically. Skip, pause or cancel any time before the next billing date. No fees, no phone call required. Managed entirely through your account.

The professional standard

Every day
they compete.
Protect their brain.

NSF Certified. PhD developed. Trusted by 500+ professional athletes. One scoop a day.

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