Former national athlete and current director and coach of the Ostrava Individual Sports Centre Tatiana Netoličková is a fan of hydrogen technology. That is why she recommends H2 Health&Beauty products to her charges, because she wants the best not only for their performance, but especially for their recovery and as injury prevention.

You are the director of the Individual Sports Centre Ostrava. Could you introduce the centre, who it is for and how it works?
I have been the director of CISO for 17 years. I try to help out in training as well. We include in our centre representatives from our region, not only athletes, but we have 26 sports included, including disabled athletes. We currently have 80 athletes with us, looked after by 50 coaches. Without the financial support of the region, the City of Ostrava and regional sponsors, including H2 Global Group, we would not be able to function and we are grateful to all of them.

You prepare young promising athletes. How does the athletic training of today’s talents differ from yours when you were competing?
This question cannot be answered unequivocally, because each of the 26 sports has a specific preparation, and in athletics in particular, not everyone trains according to one standard, it is strictly individual. I just think that some coaches lack a bit of patience, they want to have successful charges too early and train a lot at an early age.

How’s today’s preparation looking? Apart from training, does it include, for example, physiotherapy or some psychological hygiene of athletes, do you also deal with the diet and lifestyle of your charges?
Yes, we try to keep them healthy first and foremost, we insist on annual stress tests at the Sports Medicine Department, where they take care of our “sheep” (laughs). Many of them have already learned to deal with healthy nutrition on their own, they understand that they can’t do without it and it affects their performance a lot. We have guided some of them to this through the seminars we also organize in our camps. Of course, recovery, mental coach, supplementation… these are things that we can’t imagine the training process without nowadays.
You and CISO athletes use products with molecular hydrogen. How do you evaluate its effects?
The molecular hydrogen from H2 Health&Beauty products has been used by CISO athletes for several years because it is beneficial for their demanding training. These exceptional products reach all parts of the body as an antioxidant, eliminate fatigue, break down lactic acid after a hard workout and help the body recover faster. But it is there for us especially as a preventive element, it protects the athletes’ body from injury, so they can perform at their best and can fulfil their dreams.

You and CISO athletes use products with molecular hydrogen. How do you evaluate its effects?
The molecular hydrogen from H2 Health&Beauty products has been used by CISO athletes for several years because it is beneficial for their demanding training. These exceptional products reach all parts of the body as an antioxidant, eliminate fatigue, break down lactic acid after a hard workout and help the body recover faster. But it is there for us especially as a preventive element, it protects the athletes’ body from injury, so they can perform at their best and can fulfil their dreams.

Physical exercise is the foundation of a healthy lifestyle, but effective recovery is also the key to optimal results. In 2024, we’re seeing new trends shaping the ways athletes recover their bodies after a tough workout. One of the main topics receiving increased attention is molecular hydrogen.

Molecular hydrogen: A new dimension in regeneration
More and more athletes and fitness enthusiasts are turning to molecular hydrogen as part of their recovery routine. Studies suggest that hydrogen may have significant antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that can help improve muscle recovery and reduce fatigue. This innovative method uses the properties of hydrogen to promote rapid recovery of the body after a strenuous workout or exercise. Hydrogen therapy consists of three main elements: bathing, drinking hydrogen water and inhalation.

OLYMPIC CHAMPION ALEŠ VALENTA HAS BEEN USING THE EFFECTS OF MOLECULAR HYDROGEN FOR SEVERAL YEARS. PHOTO: ALEŠ VALENTA

Most often, molecular hydrogen is administered in the form of hydrogen-enriched water, which is an easily acceptable way to incorporate the rich recovery benefits into an athlete’s daily routine. Hydrogen baths in a special H2 SPA tub have become a popular method for fast recovery for athletes. The tub allows you to provide a unique, rejuvenating and regenerative experience. It includes a high-pressure generator that creates nanobubbles filled with hydrogen. This allows hydrogen to enter the body where it can help reduce inflammation, relieve muscle tension and improve circulation.

A proponent of regenerative hydrogen therapy is, for example, the Olympic champion in acrobatics on skis Aleš Valenta, who uses products from the Czech hydrogen leader H2 World Health and Beauty. “Even in my 50s, I try to do sports every day. I play hockey, I ride my bike, I ski. I use molecular hydrogen as a daily supplement to stay fit. I take Forte in the morning, Slim&Fit after lunch and Dent Care in the evening. Of course, I wash it all down with water enriched with molecular hydrogen from the generator.”

Hydrogen regeneration therapy represents a new and innovative approach to rapid recovery after physical exertion. This method combines relaxation, hydration and the direct action of antioxidants on the body, which can help athletes achieve optimal performance and maintain a balanced and healthy recovery. With the growing interest in hydrogen therapy, it is expected to become an increasingly common part of training plans and recovery strategies for athletes around the world.

Ice water regeneration
One of the traditional and increasingly popular approaches to recovery after strenuous athletic performance is the use of ice water. Also known as cryotherapy, this method uses the cold action of water to speed muscle recovery and reduce inflammation.

How does it work? When you immerse yourself in ice water, the surface tissues are rapidly cooled to a temperature of around 10 degrees Celsius. This process causes a reflex contraction of blood vessels, which reduces blood flow to the affected areas and helps to reduce inflammation and swelling.

Yoga and meditation
Nowadays, with sport becoming an increasingly important part of lifestyle, new and effective ways are being sought to maximise recovery and restore the body after a tough workout. Trends for 2024 include integrating yoga and meditation into athletes’ recovery routines. These ancient practices offer many benefits to help the body recover and enhance mental and physical well-being.

Yoga is a comprehensive system of exercise that combines physical postures (asanas), breathing (pranayama) and meditation. The asanas of yoga not only help open and stretch muscles, improve flexibility and range of motion, but also strengthen the muscles of the center of the body, which can contribute to better stability and injury prevention. But yoga in particular should help reduce stress and tension levels, which has a positive effect on overall well-being and mental health. Meditation is then thought to result in calming the mind, improving sleep, increasing concentration and increasing overall mental resilience.

A personalised approach to recovery
Another trend in post-sport recovery is the emphasis on an individual approach. Each athlete has unique needs and recovery strategies should be tailored to specific goals, exercise intensity and personal health status.

This means that recovery techniques may include other recovery methods such as massage, sauna, stretching, cold baths or relaxation exercises, among others.

Technologies that promote regeneration
In 2024, we also see the rise of technologies aimed at supporting regeneration. Electrical stimulation devices, compression garments and massage equipment are increasingly popular options for athletes looking for a quick and effective way to recover their bodies after a tough workout.

Recovery after sport is a key element of any training plan. In 2024, we are seeing new trends that include molecular hydrogen as a potential means to promote recovery, a personalized approach to body recovery and the use of modern technology. It is important that each athlete finds their own recovery regime to help them achieve optimal results and keep their body fit.