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Discussion: Accelerade vs. Cytomax
Subject: Accelerade vs. Cytomax By: joel y. Written on: 2006-06-23 22:06:11 Message: Does anyone have a specific preference for one of these two. I use Accelarade during traing and I am thinking about trying Cytomax too. Any personal insight would be appreciated. Joel
Subject: RE: Accelerade vs. Cytomax By: Jamie B. Written on: 2006-06-24 20:36:27 Message: Cytomax is the only drink that has a patent on L- Polylactate. It is basically an anti bonk and it helps prevent lactic acid if used properly. I have used it for 13 years now. I actually switched to accelerade one summer and noticed a lot more muscle fatigue on my long rides and races. There is a ton of info on protein and carbs during racing and pretty much everyone is different but what gatorade and powerade researchers have found out is that you need carbs first and sodium second. That means that a drink that has a 5:0 carb to protein ratio will actually benefit you more in the long run then a 4:1 like accelerade. I would suggest using cytomax as your drink because a lot of your calories are going to come from fluid and instead of gels use Hammer Perpetuem. That way you still get a little protein but not as much as you would from Accelerade. Protein in the long run actually makes it harder for your body to process carbs thus that bloating feeling you get at the end of long races and workouts. My coach has me using perpetuem on the bike then about 30 minutes before th bike is over I switch to a gel because after a certain time frame you body is going to start looking for sugar and sodium. I have noticed a huge benefit this year by setting a PR in a C priority race and also setting 2 run PRs for half iron distance. Now protein for recovery is a must because it helps supply dmaged muscles with much need nutrients. If you have any other questions feel free to ask. I have paid close attention to the nutrition aspect the last 3 years of my racing and have tried 95% of the stuff out there.
Subject: RE: Accelerade vs. Cytomax By: Lawrence D. Written on: 2006-06-24 20:38:57 Message: Excellent article, Jamie. Very informative.
Subject: RE: Accelerade vs. Cytomax By: Ronald F. Written on: 2006-06-24 23:40:57 Message: Thanks Jamie B, I know what I am going to tri this week. Ron
Subject: RE: Accelerade vs. Cytomax By: joel y. Written on: 2006-06-25 08:36:06 Message: Jamie, Thanks for the info. I was having some doubts about using accelarade during workouts because of the amount of protein it contains. Joel
Subject: RE: Accelerade vs. Cytomax By: Jamie B. Written on: 2006-06-25 11:11:29 Message: NO problem guys keep up the good work and most of all have fun!!!
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