ISOTONIC ENERGY GEL ETIXX LIMA
The ideal energy gel for exercise in hot climates.
ISOTONIC ENERGY GEL ETIXX LIMA
The main fuel for prolonged and intense resistance exercises is carbohydrates and therefore the amount of carbohydrates that is stored in the body is one of the main determinants of performance. As such, it is important that carbohydrate stores are maximized prior to resistance exercise and that during prolonged exercise where these stores will be depleted, the additional carbohydrate is consumed to maintain performance and prevent fatigue. Consuming carbohydrates will help maintain blood glucose and replenish muscle glycogen. If no carbohydrates are consumed, muscle glycogen will be depleted after approx. 90 minutes of exercise and severe fatigue will appear. The amount of carbohydrates you should take during exercise will depend on the length of your training or competition.
- Exercises <1h (15): it is not necessary to consume carbohydrates during exercise.
- Exercises 1-2h: 30 g of carbohydrates per hour of exercise (~ 1 energy gel)
- Exercises 2-3h: 60 g of carbohydrates per hour of exercise (~ 2 energy gels)
- Exercises> 2.5-3h: up to 90 g of carbohydrates per hour of exercise (~ up to 3 energy gels)
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