SUPPLEMENT GUIDE
THE IMPORTANCE OF USING THE CORRECT SUPPLEMENTS
Endurance athletes need top-quality nutritional support for peak performance.
When competing in endurance events, you can burn around 4 000 calories (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. Therefore, consuming enough easily digestible nutrients during and after your rides is crucial. 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
Take one capsule VO2 Max twice daily. Load with three tablets Cramp Block twice daily. Load with Zero Sugar Hydrator twice daily.
THE MORNING OF PROLOGUE
Take one capsule VO2 Max & two tablets Cramp Block before breakfast.
Drink Zero Sugar Hydrator after breakfast.
Take one race bottle filled with Epic Pro 2 one hour before start.
Take a full serving of Pro Recover immediately after prologue with 4 tablets Cramp Block.
BEFORE & DURING EVERY STAGE
Take one capsule VO2 Max & two tablets Cramp Block before breakfast.
Take half a serving Epic Pro 2 leading up to the start.
Take one race bottle filled with Epic Pro 2 & one race bottle filled with Zero Sugar Hydrator to start the race.
Take another full race bottle Epic Pro 2 at water point 2 leading up to water point 3.
Take another full race bottle Epic Pro 2 at water point 3.
Take 1 tablet Cramp Block for every hour of riding during each stage and 1 capsule VO2 Max at water point 2.
Vooma Nougat bars to be consumed during riding. Take a caffeinated Vooma Bar after water point 2.
Optional: Cyto Power to be consumed at last water point/water point 3.
AFTER EVERY STAGE
Take a full serving Pro Recover immediately after each stage. Drink a Zero Sugar Hydrator during lunch.
Take another full serving Pro Recover two hours after lunch. Take 4 Cramp Block tablets before bed.
GREAT-TASTING ANYTIME HYDRATION
ZERO SUGAR HYDRATOR
2-4 HOURS
Zero Sugar Hydrator is formulated for optimal rehydration and can be used anytime, especially after activity.
Mix one sachet with 500 ml of cold water and sip slowly. Mix up to four sachets in 2 litres when participating in stage races, and sip throughout the day to prepare for your next stage.
An instant rehydration drink. HYDRATION
100 MG VITAMIN C ^ 1000 MG TAURINE ^ 500 MG L-GLUTAMINE ^
BOOST
VO2 MAX
Maximises oxygen consumption for sustained performance and endurance.
VO2 Max assists the muscles in working harder for longer. It increases the ability to store and utilise oxygen and protects the cardiovascular system during intense activity.
SUSTAINED PERFORMANCE & ENDURANCE
750 MG L-GLUTAMINE ^
100 MG CAFFEINE^
200 MG OXYJUN® ^
250 MG /250 % NRV VITAMIN C ^ BEFORE ALL STAGES
INSTANT CRAMP BLOCKING TABLETS
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 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
CRAMP PREVENTION 64 MG MAGNESIUM ^ 60 MG CALCIUM ^ 82 MG SODIUM ^ 100 MG TAURINE ^
EPIC PRO 2
An all-in-one ultra-endurance 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.
AWARD-WINNING ULTRA ENDURANCE DRINK
2-4 HOURS PERFORMANCE BOOST
3500 MG COLLAGEN PEPTIDES ^ 5000 MG MCT POWDER ^ 500 MG /500 % NRV VITAMIN C ^
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
0-1 HOUR PERFORMANCE BOOST
ON-THE-MOVE
ENERGY GEL
VOOMA BAR
A high-energy electrolyte bar.
Vooma Bar assists in reducing cramps, provides a sustained energy boost and improves stamina.
ULTRA-DIGESTIBLE NOUGAT BAR
105 MG
TOTAL SODIUM ^ 43 MG MAGNESIUM ^
0-1 HOUR PERFORMANCE BOOST
PRO RECOVER
A high-protein, full-body recovery drink to be consumed after your ride or race.
A delicious and complete full-body recovery drink for use immediately after each ride or race. It’s high in easily digestible whey protein and carbs.
Take one full serving following your training session or race, and take another full serving two hours after your first meal when competing in stage races.
125 MG /125 %NRV VITAMIN C ^ 20 G PROTEIN ^
5,5 G
BCAAs^
ULTRA-EFFECTIVE RECOVERY SHAKE
24 HOUR RECOVERY
ENERGY KICK FOR LATE-STAGE
A high-energy output drink with caffeine and performance nutrients.
Keep your body fuelled for intense workouts with Cyto Power. Cyto Power is a high-energy output drink with caffeine and performance nutrients for sustainable energy, increased alertness, rehydration and recovery.
The three-stage glycomatrix carbohydrates release energy at varying times during the day, ensuring long-, medium- and short-term energy for enhanced endurance.
0-3 HOURS SUSTAINED PERFORMANCE
250 MG MG CAFFEINE ^ 250 MG /250 % NRV VITAMIN C ^ 750 L-GLUTAMINE
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