“Herbalife bet on the Galaxy six years ago and now the MLS has exploded in popularity and growth. For them to renew their partnership for this extended length is a tremendous mutual reward for both of us and a demonstration of their belief and faith in the MLS,” said Tim Leiweke, CEO of Anschutz Entertainment Group (AEG). “To have this kind of stability and strength in a partnership that will take us into the next decade is refreshing for the sports industry.”

“We made our first commitment to the LA Galaxy and MLS more than five years ago and we are delighted to carry on by committing to a long-term relationship,” said Michael O. Johnson, Herbalife’s chairman and CEO. “We continue to believe in the global appeal of the club, and the sport of soccer, to promote a healthy, active life. The LA Galaxy have created much excitement for the sport among soccer fans and among our independent distributors around the world.”

As the Galaxy’s official jersey sponsor, the Herbalife name will continue to appear prominently on the front of the club’s jersey, which is one of the top selling jerseys in MLS. Additionally, Herbalife will remain the Galaxy’s official and exclusive nutrition partner, with the entire line of the Herbalife products available to the club’s players and coaching staff, including the new Herbalife 24 Sports Nutrition Programm.

The Galaxy and Herbalife also announced today that as part of the extension agreement, $2.5 million will go toward supporting charitable efforts between the Los Angeles Galaxy Foundation and the Herbalife Family Foundation to benefit vulnerable and underserved children. In conjunction with this initiative, the LA Galaxy and Herbalife have announced a joint program benefiting Children’s Institute, Inc. (CII), which will see the organization receive a $1 million donation over 10 years to support fitness and nutrition programs at a new facility CII is planning in Watts, Calif. In addition, players from the Galaxy, Herbalife Independent Distributors and employees from both organizations will provide volunteer support to other CII locations.  “We are proud that we are able to help improve the lives of vulnerable children in our communities through the Los Angeles Galaxy Foundation and the Herbalife Family Foundation,” Johnson added.

In 2005, Herbalife became the official nutrition company of the LA Galaxy. In 2007, it became the official jersey and presenting sponsor of the LA Galaxy. Over the past five years, the Galaxy have emerged as a truly international brand with worldwide recognition. The club continues to be the benchmark by which all others are measured in Major League Soccer, winning the Supporters’ Shield in each of the last two seasons and reaching MLS Cup twice in the last three years, culminating with a memorable 1-0 win over the Houston Dynamo in front of more than 30,000 fans at The Home Depot Center in MLS Cup 2011. Additionally, the Galaxy have expanded their global footprint through international tours of Australia, Canada, China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, New Zealand, the Philippines and South Korea, as well as friendlies in Southern California against international powers such as AC Milan, Barcelona, Boca Juniors, Chelsea, Manchester City and Real Madrid. In the last five years alone, the Galaxy have played in front of nearly 750,000 people and millions more on television in these games while helping spread the Galaxy and Herbalife brands to all corners of the globe.

Jacco Verhaeren is currently the Sporting Director of the Dutch swimming team and Technical director of the Nationaal Zweminstituut Eindhove( National Training Centre).

He is looking for ways in which he can help his swimmers improve performance which is why he became interested in Herbalife24 Performance Nutrition.

Optimal athletic perfomance isnt just about natural talent or relentless training. Its about nutrition. Optimal performance can only be achieved by fuelling your body at the cellular level.

Herbalife 24 is being used by elite athletes to boost muscle growth,  recovery, circulation, energy efficency and the resilience of muscle fibres.

Beckham’s five-year contract with the Major League Soccer side expired last month and he had been linked with a move to Paris St Germain.
However, the 36-year-old has now signed a new two-year deal with the Galaxy, with whom he won the 2011 MLS Cup.

The LA Galaxy start their pre-season campaign next week and return to competitive action on March 7 when they travel to face Toronto FC in the first leg of their 2011/12 CONCACAF Champions League quarter-final.

Their first game of the 2012 MLS season is on Saturday, March 10 at home to Real Salt Lake.

Working muscles require oxygen-rich blood. Developed with Nobel Laureate Lou Ignarro, Herbalife24 Prepare supports healthy blood flow and nutrient delivery to muscles during exercise* A precursor system of L-arginine, L-citrulline and ornithine akg (alpha-ketoglutarate) supports blood flow to working muscles. Andgold-standard creatine monohydrate supports intense muscular contractions to further power your workouts.

Take Herbalife24 Prepare before workouts to support blood flow to working muscles. Contains Nitric Oxide and Creatine.

Weight lifters seeking peak performance, fitness enthusiasts looking for an enhanced workout, and endurance athletes preparing for aerobic training sessions will feel the benefits of Prepare.

Fast facts on Herbalife 24 Prepare

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

The LA Galaxy are the 2011 MLS Cup Champions. The Galaxy scored the only goal in the championship match against the Houston Dynamo, securing the 2011 MLS Cup with a 1-0 victory.

The LA Galaxy are presented by Herbalife, a global network nutrition company.

Herbalife 24 – Are you a 24 hour athlete?

Herbalife24 Sports Nutrition was developed for use by Team Herbalife 24 professional teams and athletes. Teams such as Barcelona FC. Its now available for use by elite amateur athletes. The nutritional benefits in Herbalife24 products can increase energy, improve endurance, provide focus and speed up recovery.

One of the products referred to in the video is called Prolong which is carbohydrate drink. During extended or intense exercise, Prolong provides a dual-source carbohydrate blend and electrolytes for immediate and sustained energy. And a small amount of whey protein which acts as a protective measure, reducing muscle breakdown during prolonged exercise. Also B Vitamins to support carbohydrate metabolism. and Vitamin C helps combat free-radical damage from pollution,  stress, diet, sunlight and other factors.

Increase your workouts and blast past your competition with this his new advanced Herbalife 24 Prolong formula.

“Prolong allows me to do more intense training and longer endurance training”

“‘Prolong has really been the big difference. Before I had gel, bars, bananas and a lot of things in my pockets, when I was racing. Now, Prolong gives me everything I need during the race. This helps me to concentrate and focus on the biking, and not think about when to eat and how’.

More details on Herbalife24 Carbohydrate Drink

Being an athlete is a lifestyle, and there is no race that demonstrates this better than Leadville. Herbalife24 was developed for the 24 hour athlete, the racer who knows every decision made in training and about nutrition affects performance come race day. With confidence in your nutrition, you’ll get the most out of your training, and on race day you’ll be toeing the line ready to go.

Herbalife24 Prolong is the official on-course drink at Leadville. It has a subtle, easy-to-drink flavor, plus provides all the carbohydrates and electrolytes your body needs to sustain during a race like Leadville.

The idea is to provide a place for riders to get invaluable race beta, meet-up for group training rides, and get prescient advice from nine-time Leadville 100 finisher, and pro mountain biker, Nate Whitman, who is chasing his 1,000-mile belt buckle this year.

Team members and visiting riders will be able to sample the new Herbalife24 products.

The Base Camp is Herbalife’s facility in Leadville, Colorado for locals and riders to talk and live all things cycling and Herbalife 24. Come by to participate in training rides and Tour de France viewing parties.

New Herbalife24 Sports Performance Line.