C2 MAX Higher- Octane carb Blend. Speeds more energy to Muscles. Science at powerbar.com Electrolytes of a sports drink.PowerBar Gel is the first gel to provide the carbs AND electrolytes of a high end sports drink. With C2 MAX, an optimized carb blend for faster energy delivery PowerBar Gel is the first gel to bring this state-of-the-science carb combo that delivers high octane fuel to working muscles faster. Research shows that consuming an optimal ratio of glucose and fructose sources can increase the amount of carbs that can be digested, delivered to and used by working muscles during exercise by 20-55%.4 times the sodium of leading competitors. Sodium is the key electrolyte lost in sweat and is the only electrolyte recommended to be replaced during endurance exercise. PowerBar Gel is the first leading gel to deliver the higher sodium levels of high end sports drinks in a convenient gel form.

Directions: Consume 1-2 packets with water to meet the carbohydrate intake recommendations for endurance exercise of 30-60 grams/hour. (3. American College of Sports Medicine, American Dietetic Association, Dietitians of Canada: Joint Position Statement: Nutrition and Athletic Performance. Med Sci Sports Exerc 2000; 32:2130-45.) For serious training or competition, usage recommendations can be extended to 3 packets or 81 grams/hour. Thats because the carb blend in PowerBar Gel has been shown to be utilized by muscles at up to 90 grams per hour. (2. Wallis et al. Oxidation or combined ingestion of maltodextrins and fructose during exercise. Med Sci Sports Exerc 2005;37:426-32.)

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