To the desert with 226ERS

620 kilometers with 7500 meters of elevation gain through the desert are no joke. The challenge of Titan Desert It takes cyclists to the maximum effort that is combined with the uncertainty of riding through the desert of Morocco.

One of the races per stage Toughest MTB in the world that extreme challenge in which physical training plays a role fundamental and in which aspects such as nutrition and optimal recovery are essential to be able to face the challenge with guarantees of finishing.

The triathletes Saleta Castro and Victor Benages have completed the latest edition of the Titan Desert enrolled in the Team 226ERS. Two athletes, who are also romantic partners, who are used to competing in maximum effort conditions such as long distance triathlons and that they have successfully completed the challenge of the desert. Now, they show us the nutritional strategy that they have adopted to complete such a challenge.

Performance improvement

Based on the fact that performance revolves around a healthy and balanced diet rich in carbohydrates and proteins, Nutritional supplements have become a fundamental element to face other sports with greater solvency. Saleta and Victor They relied heavily on the following products 226ERS.

226ERS Sub9 Pro Salts Electrolytes

La Salts 226ERS They give us that extra energy during exercise. Its composition with Sodium, Potassium, Magnesium and Calcium They are an important weapon to fight against the dreaded muscle cramps and caffeine helps us combat the drop in performance.

226ERS Vegan Gummy Caffeine Gummies

All the 226ERS jelly beans They were a fundamental travel companion during the most intense stages through the desert such as the marathon. Its innovative format (imitating the Marshmallow of the little ones) make it a product that is easy to chew and digest and its pleasant texture invites you to continue taking it with full effort. In addition, they are easy to transport and each container provides the same energy as a gel. BCAA's, Tyrosine, Taurine, Sodium and Caffeine They are the components of a star product in the desert.

Isotonic Gel 226ERS 

A classic that never fails. It is an energy source in gel format in which the main source of carbohydrates is cyclodextrin . In stick format of 68 g and with 89 kcal, it contains 22 g of carbohydrates per gel of which Almost all of them are complex carbohydrates and only 1,4 g of sugar. Available Lime, Cola and Melon sachets.

226ERS Energy Gel 

The strong brother of 226ERS Isotonic Gel. The contribution of carbohydrates is higher and provides 200 kcal For each gel in a formula which also has BCAA's. In 76g stick format they grant 50 g of carbohydrates per unit. We find them with and without caffeine.

Hydration

In the marathon stage of the Titan Desert, the runners consumed four liters of water. 127 kilometers with 2626 meters of level at more than 40 degrees They represent a demand for our brutal body. We are talking about seven, eight or nine hours of cycling in which staying hydrated is vital to reaching the finish line. Water is essential, but supplement it with the indicated products It is going to give us that extra bit that we need in such extreme efforts.

SUB9 226ERS Energy Drink

For many endurance athletes It is little less than the holy grail. With Energy Drink Sub9 226ERS water turns into food. This is a product especially indicated for ultra trails, long-distance triathlon or stage cycle races. Of course vital in the Titan Desert.

A product that, when consumed, provides you with enough carbohydrates to guarantee the necessary energy for sports performance, as well as quickly assimilated proteins and BCAAs. 8.1.1. Unmissable in the desert and in your most demanding tests. Available in flavor watermelon, mango and lemon and in single-dose and 1 kg format.

226ERS Isotonic Drink 

Multiplies the hydrating value of water with electrolytes. Isotonic Drink 226ERS It represents the contribution of extra mineral salts, essential in times of maximum heat, such as when the cyclists had to face the dunes of Erg Chebbi in the Sahara desert. Isotonic drink It gives us that extra salt that guarantees adequate levels for intense sports practice. Available in mango and red fruit flavor and in single-dose and 1 kg format.

Bars

Six hours pedaling, sand everywhere and our bike pushed to the limit... good times to take a break and put something solid in your body. An oasis in the middle of the Titan Desert which has become little less than a gastronomic experience with the compositions and new formats of 226ERS.

Vegan Oat Bar

One of the great discoveries of the season. The Vegan Oat Bar oat-based were the lifesaver for all those who need to 'put something in their stomach'. Those who are not satisfied with 'aqueous' formats and demand an end to the feeling of emptiness are faced with a top product. Gluten-free oat bars in five flavors, Pistachio with Chia, Strawberry with Cashews, Banana bread, Ginger Bread and Coconut with Chocolate. Optimal food valid for Vegans that has a very careful flavor. A healthy snack in 50 g format. that will delight great gourmets.

Recovery

Almost more important thanreaching the goal early was being able to rest at night. Without hotels nearby, the rest was not as optimal as expected in the camp tents. Everything that does not help to recover as soon as possible is gold in the Titan Desert 

Recovery drink 226ERS

Proven efficacy. Recovery Drink 226ERS It is designed to return all the power to your muscles. Where lies the secret? In the protein contribution. This compound provides more than 40% high-quality protein that comes from whey protein concentrate and contains less than 2 g of sugar per serving. A 'must' that accompanied our couple during the well-deserved rest in the tent of the camp of the Titan Desert. In single-dose format and 500 g. Any of its flavors (watermelon, vanilla or chocolate) will delight the most demanding.

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