{"product_id":"pack-gel-tester-x12-energy-gel","title":"PACK GEL TESTER (x12 Energy Gel)","description":"\u003ch4\u003eWHY CROWN SPORT NUTRITION? (41 SEC)?\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cp\u003eTechnical energy gel with amino acids and electrolytes. Versions with and without caffeine\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Carbohydrate mixture in a 2: 1: 1 ratio (Maltodextrin: Dextrose: Fructose) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e With a plus of branched amino acids, Arginine and Taurine \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e With minerals from assimilable sources \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Liquid texture with incredible flavor and digestibility \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Suitable for vegans and free of allergens \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Energy Gel \u003c\/strong\u003e is an energy gel of the highest quality with a premium composition that provides all the necessary ingredients to improve performance in your training sessions and competitions. We have also developed it with a fluid texture that will not cost you to swallow and will minimize gastrointestinal problems.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIt contains an ideal matrix of three sources of \u003cstrong\u003e carbohydrates \u003c\/strong\u003e, Maltodextrin, Dextrose and Fructose, in a 2: 1: 1 ratio. Carbohydrate intake during sports practice has been shown to improve performance (Cermak, N.M. et al., SM. 2013; Pochmuller, M. et al., JISSN. 2016). In addition, if the exercise is prolonged (\u0026gt; 2.5 h) it has been shown that taking carbohydrates that are absorbed by different cellular transporters (known as GLUT) is the only way to increase the rate of assimilation and oxidation of exogenous carbohydrates by above 60 g \/ hour (Currell, K. et al., MSSE. 2008; Earnest, CP et al., JSCR. 2004). In addition, something that few people know and \/ or many forget is that the consumption of exogenous carbohydrates, during physical activity, minimizes the immunosuppressive effects produced by intense exercise (Nieman, D.C. et al., EIR. 1998).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBut in addition to the combination of carbohydrates, our extraordinary formula has more added values ​​since we have also incorporated:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Minerals \u003c\/strong\u003e: better known as \u003cstrong\u003e electrolytes \u003c\/strong\u003e or salts, especially \u003cstrong\u003e sodium (Na) \u003c\/strong\u003e, which is the one we lose the most with sweat and it is essential to maintain hydration during physical activity (each energy gel provides approx. 110 mg) (Panel NDA. EFSA Journal. 2.011). They also provide \u003cstrong\u003e potassium (K) \u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e magnesium (Mg) \u003c\/strong\u003e, the loss of which could be involved in the appearance of muscle cramps, and they have also been added in the form of highly bioavailable salts, such as for example, magnesium citrate.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) \u003c\/strong\u003e: the intake of these amino acids along with carbohydrates during training has been shown to decrease muscle damage markers (Valentine, RJ et al., IJSNEM. 2008) . Also the branched amino acids are highly oxidized by the muscle, that is, they are used as an energy source, reducing the use of glycogen in favor of fats. In addition, the intake of these amino acids during exercise reduces Central Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), that is, it reduces the production of Serotonin (a neurotransmitter related to symptoms of fatigue and mood) (Kerksick, CM et al., JISSN . 2.018).\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Arginine: \u003c\/strong\u003e this amino acid, in addition to being a precursor of Nitric Oxide (NO), reduces lactate concentration and improves aerobic capacity. In addition, as it is a glucogenic amino acid, the muscle can use it as an extra source of energy.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Taurine: \u003c\/strong\u003e among others, has antioxidant, metabolic and ergogenic effects (Galloway, S.D.R. et al., JAP. 2.008). Its intake together with the rest of the ingredients has been shown to improve muscular endurance during exercise (Hoffman, J.R. el al., JCSR. 2008). Stabilizes cell membranes by helping potassium, sodium, calcium and magnesium pass through them (Bouckenooghe, T. et al., CNMC. 2006).\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Caffeine and Guarana: \u003c\/strong\u003e in the versions with 64 mg of caffeine we have added (in pure form and like Guarana) the most effective ingredient for the direct improvement of performance, both endurance and strength (Grgic, J. et al., BJSM. 2019), caffeine. This, in addition to activating the Central Nervous System (CNS), delays fatigue and optimizes the use of cellular fuels (glycogen and fat). But the most important thing is that it improves muscle contraction (Lopes, J.M. et al., JAP. 1983), hence its effectiveness, especially when fatigue begins.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u0026amp; nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnd like all Crown Sport Nutrition® products with spectacular taste and digestibility.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Pro Tip: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e If you also take \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/crownsportnutrition.com\/product\/isodrink-energy\/\"\u003e Isodrink \u0026amp; amp; Energy \u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e: take an energy gel approximately every hour of physical activity. After 3 hours, take one gel every 30 minutes (2 gels \/ hour).\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e If you DO NOT take Isodrink \u0026amp; amp; Energy \u003c\/strong\u003e: take an energy gel approximately every 30 minutes (2 energy gels \/ hour) of physical activity. After 3 hours, take an energy gel every 20 minutes (3 energy gels \/ hour).\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn this case, as a \u003cu\u003e professional recommendation to avoid dehydration \u003c\/u\u003e, we suggest the intake of approximately \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/crownsportnutrition.com\/product\/pro-salt-caps\/\"\u003e \u003cu\u003e 1 capsule of PRO Salt Caps \u003c\/u\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e every 60 - 90 minutes of physical activity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Flavors WITHOUT caffeine: \u003c\/strong\u003e Lemon and Orange\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Flavors WITH caffeine: \u003c\/strong\u003e Cola and Red fruits\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crown Sport Nutrition","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54153047802198,"sku":"PACKGEL","price":22.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/8666\/3766\/files\/PACK-Hyper-108-Energy-Tester-2.0-2_b7f7b901-7c56-440e-afa3-70ca3e150801.jpg?v=1781084389","url":"https:\/\/crownsportnutrition.com\/en\/products\/pack-gel-tester-x12-energy-gel","provider":"Crown Sport Nutrition","version":"1.0","type":"link"}