WHY USE SUPPLEMENTS?
Endurance athletes need top-quality nutritional support for peak performance.
When competing in endurance events, you can burn around 4 000 kcal (16 700 kJ) over a period of four hours.
To put that into perspective, that’s the equivalent of one 1 kg tub of USN Pro Recover. It is therefore crucial to consume enough easily digestible nutrients during and after your rides. Protein, as found in Pro Recover, is vital for muscle recovery as it’s broken down into amino acids to feed your working muscles.
The following pages will discuss the usage and benefits of each product.
SUPPLEMENT STRATEGY
4 DAYS PRIOR
Load with three Cramp Block tablets twice daily.
THE MORNING OF PROLOGUE
Take two Cramp Block tablets one hour before the race. Sip half a serving of Epic Pro 2 at the start of the race. Carry a hydration backpack filled with Epic Pro 2. Take a full serving of Pro Recover immediately after the prologue with four tablets of Cramp Block.
BEFORE & DURING EVERY STAGE
Take two Cramp Block tablets before breakfast. Sip half a serving of Epic Pro 2 leading up to the start. Carry a hydration backpack filled with Pro Enduro. Take another full serving of Epic Pro 2 at each water point. Take one Cramp Block for every hour of riding. Consume Vooma Energy gels, Vooma Endurance bar or Iso Gel during your ride. Optional: Caffeinated Vooma Energy gel or Vooma Endurance bar before the last hour of the race.
AFTER EVERY STAGE
Take a full serving of Pro Recover immediately after each stage. Sip Zero Sugar Hydrator for the rest of the day. Take another full serving of Pro Recover two hours after your first post-race meal. Take two Cramp Block tablets before bed.
CRAMP BLOCK
Phosphate loading for strength, endurance, recovery and fatigue reduction.
The harder your body works, the higher your demands for phosphates and electrolytes (your body’s ‘salts’) are. When you’re depleted, you compromise strength, endurance and physical and mental energy. Cramp Block should therefore be used daily.
Maintain your phosphate saturation with 2-4 tablets daily
For phosphate loading leading up to a race: Start 4-5 days prior by taking 6-8 tablets daily and then 2-4 tablets the morning before your race. In the case of stage races, take another four tablets after each stage
2-4 HOURS
ISO FUEL 160
Iso Fuel is a convenient on-the-go liquid cramp block isotonic gel that replenishes electrolytes and provides energy.
Always take a few Iso Gels on your ride to boost your energy levels when needed.
EPIC PRO 2
An all-in-one ultraendurance drink for high performance and rapid recovery.
This fast-absorbing, high-impact energy drink keeps your body fueled and hydrated during intense training and events.
Epic Pro 2’s advanced formulation provides long-term energy for endurance activities and minimises the risk of cramping through magnesium and mineral replenishment.
500 3500 5000 MG MG MG COLLAGEN PEPTIDES VITAMIN C MCT POWDER
2-4 HOURS PERFORMANCE BOOST
PRO RECOVER
A high-protein, full-body recovery drink to be consumed after your ride or race.
Pro Recover is a delicious and complete fullbody recovery drink It’s high in easily digestible whey protein and carbs.
Take one full serving after your training session or race and another full serving two hours after your first meal when participating in a stage race. 125 MG VITAMIN C
G PROTEIN
5.5 G BCAAs
24 HOUR RECOVERY
VOOMA RACE FUEL
A
high energy electrolyte bar.
Vooma Endurance bar assists in reducing cramps, provides a sustained energy boost and improves stamina.
105 43 MG MG TOTAL SODIUM MAGNESIUM
0-1 HOUR PERFORMANCE BOOST
ZERO SUGAR HYDRATOR
TROPICAL PUNCH NAARTJIE FLAVOURS
PEACH LEMONADE MIXED BERRY
2-4 HOUR HYDRATION BOOST BLACKCURRANT
VOOMA ENERGY
A convenient, concentrated energy fuel for any time during your ride or race.
Vooma Energy gel is a convenient and instant energy source consisting of quick absorbing carbs and electrolytes.
Always take a few Vooma gels on your ride to boost your energy levels when needed.
0-1 HOUR PERFORMANCE BOOST
OFFICIAL NUTRITION PARTNER
