Collagen Shot vs. Collagen Peptides: Which One Is Right For You?
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Collagen is the most abundant protein in your body—it’s the scaffolding for connective tissues like tendons, ligaments, cartilage, bone, and skin. Every step, jump, or lift puts stress on these tissues, and collagen is what keeps them strong and resilient. But here’s the challenge: collagen production naturally starts to decline in your 20s, leading to slower repair, longer recovery, and a greater risk of injury over time.
That’s why collagen has become a cornerstone of both daily performance and long-term health. The question is: what’s the best way to supplement—powder or ready-to-drink shot?
Why Collagen Matters For Performance and Longevity
Your body is constantly producing and remodeling collagen—during training when tissues are stressed, and during sleep when recovery is in full swing. This cycle is what keeps you durable and able to adapt to training. But as production slows with age, giving your body extra collagen support can help protect performance and longevity.
How does collagen support your performance?
Supports Joints + Cartilage – Keeps movement smooth and resilient under load.
Strengthens Tendons + Ligaments – Provides the tensile strength needed for explosive movement and injury prevention.
Improves Recovery – Fuels tissue repair so you can bounce back faster.
Benefits Skin, Hair + Nails – Collagen is also essential for elasticity, hydration, and overall appearance.
What Are Collagen Peptides?
Collagen peptides are simply collagen that’s been broken down into smaller pieces so your body can absorb it more easily. Once absorbed, these peptides act like signals to your cells, telling them to make more of the structural proteins—like collagen—that strengthen joints, cartilage, tendons, and ligaments. This extra support helps you recover faster, stay more durable, and keeps you performing at your best.
Because collagen plays such a central role in durability and recovery, supplementing daily is one of the most effective ways to stay ahead of the natural decline. But not all collagen is the same—and how you take it matters.
Two Simple Ways to Get The Benefits of Collagen: Powder and Shot
At Momentous, we’ve designed two versatile options to make collagen a part of your daily routines: Collagen Peptides powder and the ready-to-drink Collagen Shot. Both deliver the same high-quality collagen peptides your body needs.
Let’s compare them side by side.
Momentous Collagen Products: Side-by-Side
| Feature | Collagen Shot | Collagen Peptides |
|---|---|---|
| Collagen Source and Type | 10 g collagen peptides (bovine), primarily type I with some type III collagen | 11.6 g collagen peptides (bovine), including 5.2 g FORTIGEL® (bioactive peptides optimized for cartilage anabolism) |
| Vitamin C | 35 mg | 50 mg |
| Additional Ingredients | Ready-to-drink base (water, juices, sweeteners, preservatives) | Sodium 60 mg; minimal additives (powder) |
| Format | 50–60 mL ready-to-drink shot | Powder to mix |
| Primary Target | General connective tissue support; portable, convenient | Joint cartilage health, especially for high-impact or high-volume athletes |
| Key Mechanism | Delivers collagen amino acids + vitamin C for collagen synthesis | Delivers general peptides with vitamin C plus FORTIGEL® bioactive peptides shown in RCTs to stimulate cartilage matrix production |
| Best Use Case | Travel, quick daily dose | Structured training and rehab protocols; joint-centric goals |
Note: FORTIGEL® is a specific bioactive collagen peptide profile designed to target cartilage metabolism; it’s not “type II collagen.” It’s derived from collagen but standardized for cartilage-relevant peptides.
Collagen Peptides Powder vs. Shot: Which One Should You Choose?
Both of our collagen products are built with collagen peptides to support recovery and long-term performance. The difference comes down to convenience and formulation.
Choose the Collagen Shot if:
You want a quick, grab-and-go option to take before training.
You’re looking to maximize collagen synthesis in tendons and ligaments with 10g of collagen peptides and vitamin C, timed before your workouts.
Choose Collagen Peptides Powder if:
You’re focused on long-term joint and cartilage health, especially under heavy training loads.
You want the added benefit of FORTIGEL®, a clinically researched ingredient shown to enhance collagen synthesis and support cartilage regeneration
Use both for a complete approach:
Add Collagen Peptides to your daily smoothie or protein shake to cover your baseline needs, and on training days, take the Collagen Shot pre-workout. This way, your routine stays consistent on both training and rest days while giving your body the extra boost it needs before high-intensity sessions..
How to Use Collagen For Best Results
Dose: 10–15g collagen peptides per serving; up to 20g for athletes under heavy load
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Timing options:
30–60 minutes pre-training to support collagen synthesis that occurs during training.
Take in the evening to support the connective tissue remodeling that happens when you sleep.
Use daily. Long term benefits show after 8-12 weeks of daily use.
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Pairing: Always take collagen with at least 35 mg of vitamin c for connective tissue benefits.
Evening for convenience and adherence; connective-tissue remodeling is ongoing—just don’t rely on collagen as an overnight “protein” for muscle protein synthesis.
Why Choose Momentous?
When it comes to collagen, quality matters. Many supplements on the market are underdosed, poorly sourced, or lack third-party testing. That’s why we hold our products to The Momentous Standard™ :
Clinically Backed Ingredients – Our Collagen Peptides powder includes FORTIGEL® bioactive peptides, shown to stimulate cartilage synthesis and improve joint comfort.
Built-In Vitamin C – Both formats include vitamin C, an essential cofactor for collagen production.
Clean + Transparent – Every batch is NSF Certified for Sport® , tested for purity, potency, and contaminants, so you know exactly what you’re putting in your body.
Designed for Performance – From pro locker rooms to your daily routine, our collagen solutions are formulated to deliver real results you can feel.
Your Collagen Strategy Starts Here
Durability. Recovery. Longevity. No matter your goals, collagen supports the connective tissue that keeps you in the game. Whether you choose the Collagen Shot for convenience, Collagen Peptides for long-term joint health, or both for comprehensive support, you’re giving your body what it needs to stay strong, recover better, and keep moving forward.
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