Isotonic drinks - the classic of endurance sports
During exercise it is necessary to consume carbohydrates, which we need to supply the body with energy and fluids and ensure adequate hydration. Care must be taken to avoid inadequate fluid or carbohydrate intake, as this will have a negative impact on performance. Isotonic drinks contain both carbohydrates for quick energy and important electrolytes that are important for adequate hydration.
When you exercise, you lose fluids through sweat. The degree of sweating is very individual. It also depends on the intensity and external factors - the environment. At low intensity we sweat less. We sweat more in hot and humid weather. A drop in performance can occur if we lose only 1% fluid in relation to body weight during training.
What does an isotonic sports drink contain?
Sweat consists not only of fluid but also of electrolytes (including sodium, potassium, calcium and magnesium), commonly referred to as salts. In addition to dehydration, a lack of sodium can also lead to muscle cramps and a decrease in performance. Since sodium is the main electrolyte in sweat, it must be replaced to avoid reduced performance or other side effects. Water isn't always the best choice during exercise. A good sports drink contains water, carbohydrates and enough sodium.
Intense activities lasting longer than 90 minutes require fluids and salt as well as maintaining energy levels. That's why most sports drinks also contain carbohydrates as an energy source. All of these ingredients (carbohydrates, electrolytes, etc.) affect the osmolality of the sports drink. The higher the number of particles in the drink, the higher the osmolality and the slower the absorption of fluid in the intestine.
In our offer you will find isotonic drinks from leading brands such as Amacx, 6d SportsNutrition, Neversecond, Santa Madre, Maurten, 226ers, Precision Hydration and Winforce, used by winners of Pro Tour and Ironman races. Amacx Sports Nutrition is the nutritional partner of the professional cycling teams Visma Lease a Bike, EF Education EasyPost, EF Education Cannondale, Q36.5 Pro Cycling and the Belgian Cycling Federation. In the 2023 season, the Jumbo Visma team, in collaboration with Amacx, won the Giro d'Italia, the Tour de France and the Vuelta, making history by becoming the first team to win all three stage races in one season.
6d SportsNutrition is a partner of the professional cycling team Soudal Quick-Step and Remco Evenepoel. They also work with the professional triathlon team BMC Pro Triathlon and many soccer and other teams. Neversecond is the nutritional partner of the professional cycling team Bahrain Victorious, whose member includes gravel world champion Matej Mohorič. Santa Madre cooperates with the Israel Premier Tech Team and the legendary Chris Froome, who won the Tour de France four times. Maurten is a partner of Ironmans and marathons around the world and 226ers is a nutrition partner of the Movistar and Cofidis teams. Precision Hydration is a very well-known brand in the world of endurance sports. They are the nutrition partners of the Lotto-Dstny and DSM firmenich Post NL teams. Winforce is the nutritional partner of the professional cycling team Groupama FDJ.
With us you will find isotonic drinks with a classic 2:1 ratio of maltodextrin or glucose and fructose, which allow the intake of up to 90 g of carbohydrates per hour, and isotonic drinks with extended carbohydrate ratios of 1:0.8 and 1: 1 , which allow the consumption of up to 120 g of carbohydrates per hour or even more. The 1:0.8 and 1:1 carbohydrate matrices are intended for the most demanding athletes who consume a very large amount of carbohydrates per hour, from 100 to 150 g. Advanced carbohydrate matrices allow high absorption of carbohydrates and reduce the risk of stomach or digestive problems. Isotonic drinks also contain important electrolytes that are lost through sweating during activity.
We offer only the best quality isotonic drinks that contain advanced carbohydrate blends that ensure the intake of up to 150g of carbohydrates per hour. Multicomponent carbohydrate blends are important not only because they allow for high carbohydrate intake, but also because they reduce the risk of digestive problems. This is due to the limited absorption of glucose in the body. We also ensure that isotonic drinks do not contain any artificial sweeteners, colors or flavors.
When we exercise, we absolutely need carbohydrates as a source of energy because our body's carbohydrate reserves are limited. The body has its own carbohydrate reserves in the form of muscle and liver glycogen. However, glycogen stores are not unlimited. For moderate to high intensity exercises we will use them in 90-120 minutes. The depletion of glycogen stores has many negative consequences for the athlete. This results in loss of performance and endurance, premature muscle fatigue or exhaustion, and muscle cramps.
Isotonic drinks 6d Sports Nutrition
6d uses a proven carbohydrate combination in a ratio of 2:1 in its isotonic drinks, which allows the intake of up to 90 g of carbohydrates per hour without stomach discomfort. 6d Isotonic Sports Drink and 6d Energy Sports Drink have many similarities, but also many differences.
6d Isotonic Sports Drink contains 32g carbohydrates per serving and 450mg sodium. 6d Energy Sports Drink contains up to 61g of carbohydrates and 450mg of sodium to support hydration during exercise. The drinks do not contain any artificial colors, sweeteners or flavors that could put strain on the stomach during activity and lead to a reduction in performance. Isotonic Sports Drink is pH neutral and the big advantage of Energy Sports Drink is that it can be mixed with both cold and hot water (like tea in cold weather).
Isotonic drinks Amacx
Amacx Energy Drink is a product from the “Energy Line”. The Energy Line products contain 30 g of carbohydrates per serving, allowing you to consume at least 90 g of carbohydrates per hour. The advanced 2:1 matrix reduces the risk of stomach or digestive problems. Amacx Energy Drink has a unique electrolyte balance that ensures an immediate replenishment of electrolytes that are quickly excreted through sweating during exercise. It also contains no artificial colors, sweeteners or flavors and is suitable for vegans. It is one of the best-selling isotonic drinks due to its extremely mild taste and excellent value for money.
Amacx Turbo Drink from “Turbo Line” is considered the most advanced isotonic drink on the market. The advanced 1:0.8 carbohydrate matrix allows the intake of up to 120g or even more carbohydrates per hour, significantly reducing the risk of digestive problems. Like Energy Drink, Turbo Drink does not contain any artificial colors, sweeteners or flavors that could lead to digestive problems and reduced performance. The serving contains up to 40 g of carbohydrates, which provide a quick supply of energy.
Isotonic drinks Maurten
Maurten isotonic drinks are based on an advanced carbohydrate matrix between maltodextrin and fructose in a ratio of 1:0.8. According to the latest findings, the 1:0.8 carbohydrate matrix enables optimal replenishment of glycogen stores and a higher absorption of carbohydrates. The 1:0.8 matrix allows the intake of up to 120g of carbohydrates per hour or even more. Maurten's isotonic drinks do not contain any artificial colors, sweeteners or flavors. All Maurten products are tasteless.
The difference between Drink Mix 160 and Drink Mix 320 is the carbohydrate content per serving. Drink Mix 160 contains 40 grams of carbohydrates per bag, while Drink Mix 320 contains 80 grams.
Isotonic drinks 226ers
226ers has an extremely wide selection of isotonic drinks and we will highlight two of the most important and advanced products. 226ers Energy Drink is an isotonic drink whose main task is to quickly supply the body with carbohydrates. The isotonic drink does not contain any sugar. Energy drink provides us with up to 45 g of carbohydrates per serving from amylopectin. Amylopectin is a carbohydrate source that is absorbed up to 80% faster and restores muscle glycogen up to 70% faster compared to some other carbohydrate sources. At the same time, energy drink also contains taurine, L-carnitine and all important electrolytes that need to be replaced during training.
226ers High Fructose Energy Drink is an isotonic drink containing an advanced carbohydrate matrix in a ratio of 1:0.8, consisting of maltodextrin and fructose. This hydrate matrix provides 87g of carbohydrates per serving and 500mg of sodium. Isotonic drinks with a high fructose content are also suitable for vegans and vegetarians. The drink is intended for the most demanding athletes and recreational athletes as it allows the intake of up to 120g of carbohydrates per hour or even more.
Santa Madre isotonic drinks
Santa Madre offers three extremely advanced isotonic drinks. Isotonic Electrolyte Drink contains only 15g of carbohydrates from isomaltulose and a high dose of all important electrolytes. Isomaltulose is not a substrate for oral bacteria because acid production in the mouth is too slow to promote tooth decay.
Santa Madre Carbofuel contains up to 45g of carbohydrates per serving. The advanced 2:1 carbohydrate matrix allows for high carbohydrate absorption and does not cause digestive problems. High levels of important electrolytes are crucial to ensure adequate hydration during exercise. Carbofuel contains no gluten, lactose, artificial colors, sweeteners or flavors. It is also suitable for vegans and vegetarians.
Unusual Fuel is the most advanced isotonic drink on the market. It contains up to 100g of carbohydrates per serving from an advanced 1:1 matrix that allows the absorption of up to 150g of carbohydrates per hour. The advanced carbohydrate matrix consists of maltodextrin, fructose, isomaltulose and dextrose. The isotonic drink Unusual Fuel is suitable for long-term and high-intensity endurance activities (training and competitions). Not only does Unusual Fuel contain a large amount of energy, it also contains a high dose of salt, namely 1000 mg of sodium.
Isotonic drinks Precision Fuel&Hydration
Precision Fuel&Hydration offers two extremely advanced isotonic drinks. Carb Only Drink Mix was developed specifically for the Tour de France together with the professional cycling team Lotto Dstny. It consists of an advanced carbohydrate matrix of maltodextrin and fructose in a 2:1 ratio, allowing the absorption of up to 120g of carbohydrates per hour. The special thing about the product is that it does not contain electrolytes, so you can add them yourself depending on your individual needs. Carb Only Drink Mix allows you to prepare a drink with 30 to 120 g of carbohydrates. It contains no artificial additives and is suitable for vegans.
Carb&Electrolyte Drink Mix contains up to 60 g of carbohydrates per serving and 1000 mg of sodium. The carbohydrate matrix consists of maltodextrin and fructose in a ratio of 2:1.
Neversecond isotonic drinks
The C30 isotonic drink contains exactly 30g of carbohydrates per dose and 200mg of sodium. The C90 isotonic drink contains up to 90g of carbohydrates per dose without added sodium. The isotonic drink C90 is particularly suitable for use in colder environments when the need for fluids is lower and the primary goal is to supply the body with energy - carbohydrates.
Isotonic drinks do not contain artificial colors, sweeteners or flavors that could cause digestive problems. The advanced 2:1 hydrate matrix ensures a quick supply of energy and does not put strain on the stomach. They are characterized by a mild taste and a neutral pH value.
TORQ Performance Nutrition isotonic drinks
TORQ makes no compromises when it comes to its products and only uses the highest quality and proven ingredients in their production. The isotonic drink TORQ Energy Drink contains 30 g of carbohydrates per serving from maltodextrin and fructose in a ratio of 2:1. TORQ has chosen a proven carbohydrate matrix that does not cause stomach upset and allows up to 90g of carbohydrates per hour. TORQ also does not add any artificial colors, sweeteners or flavors to its products.