Collagen has gone from being “that thing for tight skin” to one of the hottest supplements for anyone looking to boost performance, recovery, and overall health. But what’s the hype about, really? Let’s break down what collagen is, why it’s worth your time, and how to get the most out of it.

Think of collagen as the scaffolding that holds your body together. It’s the most abundant protein you’ve got, working behind the scenes to support everything from your ligaments and tendons to your skin and bones. It’s also a big player in muscles, cartilage, and blood vessels—basically, all the parts that keep you moving and grooving.

Now, your body actually has 28 types of collagen (yes, that many!), but 80% of it them come down to just three main types:

  • Type I: Found in skin, tendons, bones, ligaments, teeth—this one’s the MVP of structural support.
  • Type II: Mainly lives in cartilage and helps keep your joints nice and smooth.
  • Type III: Supports skin, muscles, and blood vessels, making it essential for a supple and resilient body.

Why You Need Collagen (Even If You Don’t Know It Yet)

As we get older, our natural collagen levels start to dip (around our mid-20s, believe it or not). Less collagen means more wear and tear on your joints, bones that don’t feel as strong, and a little less bounce-back in those muscles. That’s where collagen supplements come in, helping to top off what time takes away.

Enter: PILLAR Collagen Repair - Tendoforte® 

PILLAR Collagen Repair is a collagen like no other. It combines the clinically-tested, super-effective bovine collagen peptide Tendoforte® with vitamin C (a collagen-boosting must) to give you 5.1 grams per serving. What’s so special about Tendoforte®? It’s specifically designed to support your ligaments and tendons—those connective tissues that do a ton of work but don’t get a lot of love in your rehab or prehab I bet. This collagen is also hydrolyzed, meaning it’s broken down for better absorption, so your body can put it to work right away. 

So, if you’re looking to keep your body strong, resilient, and ready for whatever you throw at it, adding collagen to your routine might be just what you need.