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PRO LINE Energy Gel

€42,99

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Energy Gel with a high carbohydrate content (50g) in a 1:0.8 glucose:fructose ratio. Ideal for maximising carbohydrate intake of up to 120g per hour during prolonged exercise (+3h).

Vegetarian, Soy-free, Gluten-free, Lactose-free, and Vegan

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  • 50g carbohydrates per gel
  • 1:0.8 ratio (glucose:fructose) for optimal carbohydrate absorption when consuming >90 g carbohydrates per hour (efforts >3 h)
  • With extra sodium (200mg) to replenish salt loss
  • Available in 3 delicious fruit flavours made with natural flavourings, and also in cola flavour.
  • Variant with 80mg of caffeine for extra physical and mental boost (mango)

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The main fuel for prolonged, intense endurance events is carbohydrates and the amount of carbohydrate that is stored in the body is one of the main determinants of performance . As such, it is important that carbohydrate stores are maximised before endurance exercise and that during prolonged exercise where this stores are depleted, additional carbohydrate is consumed to maintain performance and avoid fatigue . Consuming carbohydrates will help to maintain blood glucose and replenish muscle glycogen . If no carbohydrates are consumed, muscle glycogenwill be depleted after approx. 90 minutes of exercise and severe fatigue may occur.

The amount of carbohydrate that you should take on during exercise will depend on the length of your training or competition.

  • Exercises < 1h : not necessary to consume carbohydrates during exercise.
  • Exercises 1-2h: 30-60g carbohydrates per hour exercise.
  • Exercises 2-3h: 60-90g carbohydrates per hour exercise.
  • Exercises >3h: 90-120g carbohydrates per hour exercise.

The benefit of an Energy Gel compared to a carbohydrate-rich drink is that a gel is a highly concentrated source of carbohydrates (isotonic drink: 4-8% carbohydrates; energy drink: 8-15% carbohydrates; energy gel 40-80% carbohydrates). Compared to an Energy Bar, a gel will be absorbed much faster because it contains no protein or fat that slows emptying of the stomach.

Who will benefit from the PRO LINE Energy Gel Due to the fact that this gel contains a high amount carbohydrates, it is suitable all athletes who  perform (extremely) long endurance efforts (minimally 2-3 hours): cyclists, triathletes, duathletes, long-distance runners, trail runners, long-distance swimmers, …

Why a 1:0.8 carb ratio?

Ultra-endurance athletes and well-trained endurance athletes often consume larger amounts of carbohydrates during efforts lasting longer than 3 hours, sometimes up to 120g per hour. During intense exercise, the body can absorb a maximum of approximately 60g of glucose per hour from the intestines due to saturation of the glucose transporter. For prolonged efforts exceeding three hours, this can become a limiting factor, as the carbohydrate requirement is higher than 60g per hour. By consuming different types of carbohydrates, such as glucose and fructose, simultaneously, total carbohydrate absorption can increase to 90g per hour or more, since these sugars are absorbed through two different intestinal transporters.

The most recent scientific insights show that at intakes exceeding 90g of carbohydrates per hour, ratios closer to an equal amount of glucose and fructose, such as 1:0.8, are better absorbed. This is partly because a greater proportion of the ingested carbohydrates can be effectively used as energy without exceeding the capacity of the glucose transporter. Additionally, this ratio slightly reduces the risk of gastrointestinal issues when consuming such high amounts of carbohydrates.

The PRO LINE Energy Gel contains, in addition to 200mg of sodium , 50g multi-transportable carbohydrates in this most optimal 1:0.8 ratio of glucose:fructose and optimally utilizes different absorption pathways. This makes it ideal for endurance athletes who perform at high intensity for extended periods and aim for a maximum carbohydrate intake of up to 120g per hour.


Nutritional information

Usage

1-2 gels per hour exercise, during exercises of long duration.
Recommended in combination with water.

INGREDIENTS

All products in the Sports and Muscle range are banned substance tested

Frequently asked questions

Why do some products carry the additional name ‘PRO LINE’?

Products with the additional label 'PRO LINE' contain higher doses of active ingredients compared to the basic products within the Etixx range. These products have been developed for athletes with a higher training load, more intensive performances and specific goals, where more targeted support is required.

For the average recreational athlete, these higher doses are in theory often not necessary. The basic products within the Etixx range generally provide sufficient support to optimally support performance, recovery and general sports goals.

For competitive, ambitious or professional athletes however, the PRO LINE products can offer just that extra advantage to optimise performance, further support recovery or work even more specifically towards specific sports goals.

When should I use products with a 1:0.8 glucose-to-fructose ratio?

Ultra endurance athletes and well trained endurance athletes more frequently consume larger amounts of carbohydrates during exercise lasting longer than 3 hours, up to as much as 120g per hour. During intensive exercise, the body absorbs a maximum of approximately 60g of glucose per hour from the intestine due to saturation of the glucose transporter. During prolonged exercise of more than three hours, this can be a limiting factor because the need for carbohydrates is higher than 60g per hour. By simultaneously consuming different types of carbohydrates such as glucose and fructose, the total absorption of carbohydrates can increase to 90g per hour or more, since absorption occurs through two different absorption channels in the intestine.

Studies show that at intakes of more than 90g of carbohydrates per hour, ratios closer to an equal amount of glucose and fructose, such as 1:0.8, may be even better and are therefore preferred. This is partly because a larger proportion of the consumed carbohydrates can actually be utilised as energy, without exceeding the capacity of the glucose transporter. Furthermore, the risk of gastrointestinal problems is slightly lower with this ratio at such high carbohydrate intakes.

Do the Etixx Energy Bars, Gels and Gummies contain fructose?

Yes, all Etixx Energy Bars, Gels and Gummies contain fructose.

Are Etixx Energy Gels gluten-free?

The Etixx Energy Gels carry the label 'gluten free'. This means that the gluten content in the gels is a maximum of 20 mg/kg of gluten. However, they are produced in a production environment where gluten is also present, so they may possibly contain traces of gluten, which is important information for athletes who are extremely sensitive to gluten.

Are all products tested for prohibited substances and guaranteed doping-free?

ABSOLUTELY! At Etixx we do everything we can to guarantee the quality, safety and purity of our products. That is why all Etixx products carry the internationally recognised quality label Informed Sport.

Informed Sport is one of Europe's most leading certification programmes in the field of doping free sports nutrition and applies the strictest quality standards within the industry. This quality label guarantees that every production batch of our complete assortment is tested by an independent accredited laboratory. This ensures that our products are free from prohibited substances and can be safely used by both professional and recreational athletes.

What makes Informed Sport extra reliable is that the controls do not stop after the initial certification. Through regular, unannounced blind tests, already certified products are also continuously retested. This strict testing process is based on more than 55 years of expertise in anti doping research and is continuously further refined, with more than 22,000 sample analyses per year.

Furthermore, Informed Sport stands for maximum transparency. By entering the batch number of your product, which can be found on the packaging, on the website of Informed Sport, you can consult the test report digitally at any time.

When you choose Etixx, you choose sports nutrition you can rely on with confidence, with the assurance that our products have been carefully checked and meet the highest standards in terms of purity and safety.

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