Nutrition for Endurance

Endurance is the ability to maintain a more or less intense effort over a prolonged period of time. From a theoretical point of view, to know more precisely whether you have endurance or not, you can measure your VO2 max, i.e. the maximum flow of oxygen consumed during exercise. This results in an ability to produce the same movement consistently faster. Endurance is essential when it comes to sports that require cardio such as running or combat sports. Muscular endurance is also recommended for your bodybuilding exercises. Working on improving your endurance allows you to perform at higher intensity, over a longer period of time.

The first tip to have more endurance is to work on the resistance of your muscles to long-term efforts. It is therefore recommended to favor strength training exercises which use the “slow twitch” muscle fibers, responsible for your endurance capacity.

Glycogen stores carbohydrates in the body and allows the distribution of energy throughout the body. It is mainly located in the liver and muscles (muscle glycogen). During intense exercise, the glycogen stock is quickly consumed and the body becomes tired. In order to delay this decisive moment, it is important to increase your carbohydrate reserves. To do this, it is best to eat a meal containing carbohydrates with a low glycemic index, before exercise. During training, it is also advisable to drink a carbohydrate drink which will allow you to improve your physical resistance and delay the onset of fatigue.

By optimizing your recovery, you will improve your ability to resist exercise in general. If you then want to limit the destruction of your fibers, it is advisable to consume low glycemic index carbohydrates and quickly assimilated proteins in order to allow the reconstruction of your muscles optimally. Good recovery is essential during periods of frequent training.

Cluster Dextrin: Cluster Dextrin is the most effective ultra-fast assimilation carbohydrate for increasing your endurance. Its action releases an immediate and prolonged rate of energy throughout your training session. Its contribution helps improve your physical abilities for strength and endurance sports. In addition, Cluster Dextrin helps speed up recovery time after exercise.

Beta-Alanine Carnosyn: carnosine supplied to the muscles neutralizes lactic acid and repels the onset of fatigue. At the same time, it increases physical abilities, strength and endurance. Its action also produces an anti-inflammatory action, which reduces the risk of injury.

Multiminerals: multimineral supplementation allows athletes to maintain their performance over the long term. By strengthening the immune system, minerals play a protective role on the athlete's body. They also help reduce muscle inflammation and the level of aches.

Natural Caffeine: caffeine helps boost your concentration during your training sessions and thus improves your performance. It also stimulates physical and intellectual abilities.