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Fit Carbo Supreme Lemon And Lime (1.8kg)
Price: R 315.95
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Improves Endurance by sparing and replenishing glycogen stores (high intensity energy) during exercise and helping to convert fats for energy
Sequential rate CHO release and built-in blood sugar regulators prevent “sugar spikes” and rebound hypoglycemia. Suitable for Type 2 diabetics when consumed during exercise
Assists natural Nitric Oxide production for enhanced hemo-dilation (improved blood circulation and tissue oxygenation)
Electrolytes and Anti-oxidants help prevent cramping, exercise induced free-radical damage, & hyponatremia
Caffeine & HCA improve fat metabolism, heat stress resistance and Mental concentration
Non-acidic formula with MSM helps reduce body acidity and assists collagen production for muscle tissue repair
Glutamine, Taurine and full multi-vitamin support Energy metabolism and strengthen the immune system
Amino acid boosted to enhance muscle recovery
Colourant and preservative free formula does not promote mucus production and enhances breathing
Non-sweet slightly bland taste easier to drink under exercise conditions
Unquestionably the PREMIER energy & hydration formula in Africa – used by multiple Iron Man and SA Tri-athlon Champion Raynard Tissink, HSBC Pro Cycling Team, Hi-Q Pro Cycling Team, Harmony gold Pro Cycling Team, JP Pearton to name but a few
Description
The human body only stores enough glycogen (the high intensity energy store) to sustain exercise at over 70% of max heart rate for about 90 minutes. When this runs out you will “hit the wall” or “bonk”, as your body tries to switch to stored fats for energy. Unfortunately it cannot convert the fats fast enough to provide all the energy you need and you end up walking and feeling terrible. Carbo Supreme is an "ALL-IN-ONE" race drink / meal which, if drunk continuously during training or racing at the recommended rate, will continually provide all the water, carbohydrates, minerals (plus other physiological support) you will need for maximum performance and endurance, preventing “bonking” & making any additional supplementation (including normal water and solid carbohydrates) largely unnecessary. Carbo Supreme is formulated with a unique blend of carbohydrates (including fructose, dextrose and other maltodextrins) designed to give "Sequential Rate Carbohydrate Release" for both instant energy conversion and longer-term sustained energy release. Carbo Supreme has the added advantage that energy release and blood sugar levels are regulated and maintained for a much longer period.
In addition Carbo Supreme helps to conserve glycogen stores by assisting with the breakdown of fats (normally an inefficient source of energy), so that they are readily available in the bloodstream as FFA's (free fatty acids) and therefore easily accessible for rapid energy conversion.
Carbo Supreme also contains a full complement of Minerals, Multi Vitamins, Anti-oxidants, Amino Acids and Electrolytes to assist cell hydration, help prevent cramping, accelerate muscle recovery, and continually support and strengthen the immune system. It also contains a small dose of herbal caffeine which helps to metabolize fats, reduce the effects of heat stress and improve mental concentration.
Recommended Use
Race Hydration - Optimum mix ratio is one 45g sachet (1½ scoops) to 500 ml water (1 ½ sachets / 2 scoops per 750ml). This will yield an optimum 8% CHO / 90% water mix for most efficient assimilation by the body. Consuming approximately 750ml (1 large bottle) of this "mix" per hour of race time will provide about 1g of CHO per minute (60g per hour) as well as meeting water hydration requirements. Half a sachet (200 to 250ml) may be taken about 15 minutes before the start. Not too much as this will tend to fill your bladder! It is very important to commence drinking immediately after the race starts, even though you will not be thirsty or tired yet! Ideally you should aim to "pace" your intake of Carbo Supreme mix evenly - a couple of mouthfuls every 10 minutes is a good guideline - and will ensure a steady supply of glycogen into the blood & muscles. Essentially what you are doing is continuously topping up the glycogen “fuel tank" without placing stress on the digestive system (which is not very efficient during high intensity exercise). This will considerably extend energy duration, which, without supplementation, is normally only about 90 minutes. Experiment with different mix strengths to suit your personal requirements. Mixing one sachet in 750 to 800 ml will yield a hypotonic mixture and mixing one sachet into about 350ml will yield a hypertonic mixture. Slightly weaker mixes are recommended for hotter weather / higher intensity exercise, or if you plan on combining Carbo Supreme with either Beta Accelerator (for extra lactate buffering) or SupaGOO (see guidelines below). It is not advisable to take more than about 1½ g of carbohydrate (CHO) per minute (90g / hour) during exercise where the average heart rate is higher than 70% of MHR, as there is a strong possibility of stomach and/or muscle cramping. Stronger mixes (higher CHO consumption) should generally only be used during lower intensity exercise or for post-exercise recovery
Strength Guideline:
(Assuming 750ml of “mix” consumed per hour)
1½ sachets (2 scoops) Carbo Supreme to 750ml water = 8% CHO solution = approx 60g CHO per hour (normal recommendation).
1 sachet (1 ½ scoops) Carbo Supreme to 750ml water = 6% CHO solution = approx 40g CHO per hour. 1 sachet (1 ½ scoops) Carbo Supreme to 1000ml water = 4% CHO solution = approx 30g CHO per hour.
Adding ½ a serving of Beta Accelerator (¼ of a sachet / 1 teaspoon) to a 750 ml bottle will increase the total CHO by 6g per hour. NOTE: For endurance events lasting longer than 1 ½ hours - Not more than ¼ sachet (Approx 1 teaspoon) of Beta Accelerator should be added to each bottle of Carbo Supreme, regardless of the mix strength of the Carbo Supreme.
Taking 1 sachet of SupaGOO per hour (in addition to a 750 ml bottle of Carbo Supreme) will increase the total CHO by approx 27g per hr. If combined with a normal recommended strength Carbo Supreme mix (60g / hr) then this will be approaching the absolute maximum of 90g per hour. It is advisable to experiment with different mix strengths and combinations to suit personal requirements.
MIXING TIP
Carbo Supreme powder will dissolve more easily if the bottle or jug is first half-filled with water, and then the powder added slowly to the water. Stirring while adding the powder will also assist mixing. Dry powder should never be poured into a slightly damp (i.e.; recently rinsed bottle) as a solid lump will form that takes a long time to dissolve fully, even after the water is added.
USAGE TIP
Additional supplementation with other products may actually SLOW down assimilation of the balanced Carbo Supreme / water mix, possibly reducing conversion rate / performance and maybe even causing cramping. If you feel you need more energy, it is better to drink more pre-mixed Carbo Supreme since the optimal water / CHO ratios are then maintained. If you do take a syrup / gel concentrate, select only a professional product such as FiT SupaGOO and ensure that the total carbohydrate content of the two mixtures does not exceed 10%-12% of the water volume or 120 grams per hour of exercise time. This generally means using only one SupaGOO per 60 to 90 minutes instead of the usual 30 to 45 minutes. Drinking some additional plain water is advised to help assimilate the gel. You should also experiment to establish your personal stomach tolerance to high dosages of carbohydrates as diarrhea can result from overdosing, especially if extreme “carbo loading” was carried out immediately prior to the race.
HUNGER TIP
If you suffer from hunger pangs while on long rides, eat something “natural” like raisins or bananas as these contain fibre and will satisfy overactive digestive “juices” for longer than syrup / gel type products or most energy bars. However it must be noted that they will not supply energy as efficiently as a pre-mixed drink or gel and will also place higher digestive demands on the stomach – not normally a good thing during high intensity exercise.
Carbo-Loading – FiT does not encourage excessive “carbo loading” since the extended endurance is usually insufficient to justify the potentially negative effects (e.g.; disrupted training, upset stomach etc) that can result from carbo-loading. Furthermore, since glycogen storage is essentially limited to around 90 minutes, even a 20% increase is in reality only worth 18 minutes at elite pace (above 70% of MHR)! Use of a proper energy supplement like Carbo Supreme or SupaGOO is therefore still mandatory for any event longer than 90 minutes! It is therefore far better just to rest properly for 48 to 72 hrs and consume the same (relatively high CHO) diet that you normally do during daily training. Because of the reduced training, intake of the same quantity will provide surplus carbohydrate to “load” without actually changing your diet in the last 3 days or so. This ensures full glycogen stores without risking gastro-intestinal stress, and correct use of Carbo Supreme (or CarboTrain or SupaGOO) from early in the event will easily cope with any additional energy requirements during the event itself.
If you have found that carbo-loading benefits you significantly then we suggest taking 2 to 3 servings per day, (ensure plenty of water) commencing 48hrs before the event. However, CarboTrain (a slightly simpler formula) would be preferred for this. FiT DuraTrain is recommended for use as a light pre-race “breakfast”.
Post Training / Race recovery - FiT DuraTrain is a specialized recovery accelerating formula which also contains some protein. If this is unavailable the next best thing is to take 1 serving / sachets of Carbo Supreme immediately following the event, and another over the next 60 to 90 minutes
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