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Application and specification of all SPONSER bars

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Energy & endurance
Energy bars are practical, compressed solid foods. They are used to replenish carbohydrate stores before physical activity and ensure an adequate supply of energy during workouts.

Power & muscle
Bars are a practical alternative to protein drinks. SPONSER offers protein bars and snacks in various variations, optionally with or without carbohydrates and low fat.

Figure & shape
Low carb bars are a convenient alternative to protein drinks. SPONSER offers many varieties of protein bars and snacks. They are available in different variants, low carb, low fat, high protein. Such bars can be used in combination with fruits, vegetables or salads as a complete meal.

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Application and specification of all SPONSER bars

» All bars from SPONSER in comparison (PDF)

Energy & endurance
Energy bars are practical, compressed solid foods. They are used to replenish carbohydrate stores before physical activity and ensure an adequate supply of energy during workouts.

Power & muscle
Bars are a practical alternative to protein drinks. SPONSER offers protein bars and snacks in various variations, optionally with or without carbohydrates and low fat.

Figure & shape
Low carb bars are a convenient alternative to protein drinks. SPONSER offers many varieties of protein bars and snacks. They are available in different variants, low carb, low fat, high protein. Such bars can be used in combination with fruits, vegetables or salads as a complete meal.

Related articles
shop » energy bars
on » endurance performance
on » weight loss
on » recovery
on » strength
goal » slim & toned
goal » muscle & strength

Energy supply during endurance competitions

Energy supply during endurance competitions
Central performance factor

The longer a competition or training unit lasts, the more decisive the energy supply becomes. Even the best engine stops when the tank is empty!

Carbohydrates & Fat
Basically, the body has two main energy sources: carbohydrates and lipids. While body fat, even in the best-trained professional athletes, still amounts to several kilograms and thus represents a high energy reserve, the storage capacity for carbohydrates is limited. These are temporarily stored as so-called glycogen in the muscles and liver. Studies show that for most athletes these maximum carbohydrate reserves in muscle and liver (glycogen stores) are in the range of only approx. 500g glycogen. However, each gram means an about three times higher, temporary body weight gain, as glycogen is stored in the body under water retention.

Intensity decides
Trained athletes metabolise fatty acids efficiently in low intensity ranges for energy use. However, lipid oxidation becomes increasingly difficult at higher intensities. The higher the intensity, the greater the proportion of carbohydrates in the energy metabolism. During peak power, the body almost exclusively burns carbohydrates, as these can be converted into energy more easily than fatty acids and require less oxygen.

Limited energy intake
Even with full glycogen stores its energy content is burnt about 90 minutes into competition, often earlier. In order to maintain performance, a targeted and needs-based carbohydrate supply is therefore crucial for activities lasting more than 90 minutes. The limiting factor, however, is that carbohydrates cannot be absorbed or metabolized in any quantity per time unit. Depending on the type of sport and the physiological conditions of the athlete, it is assumed that the absorption capacity is usually between 60-90 g carbohydrates per hour. This also depends to a large extent on individual and situational tolerance, as the absolute metabolic rate of carbohydrates can be quite higher at up to 120 g per hour. When cycling, for example, energy absorption and digestion are easier than when running, where the constant shocks cause a higher gastrointestinal stress. Nevertheless, practical findings from top-level sport suggest that the absorption capacity of carbohydrates can be trained under stress. 

Carbohydrate sources
From an energetic point of view, it is basically irrelevant where the ingested carbohydrates come from.
«Sport drinks» provide well-tolerated carbohydrates, and no chewing is hindering breathing.
Advantage: Easy handling, "All in one" (CHO, electrolytes, fluid)

«Gels» provide quickly available carbohydrates, without chewing and with low intake volume. Fluid should/must be provided separately.
Advantage: Practical handling, energy intake is independent of fluid ingestion

«Energy bars» provide fast and slow-available carbohydrates. They are particularly recommended for extended durations/distances, especially at slightly lower intensities.
Advantage: beneficial for gastrointestinal function

In practice, athletes mainly use drinks and gels for shorter endurance activities, while for longer strains (bike marathon, Ironman etc.) the proportion of solid food is becoming increasingly important.

Conclusion:
At competition loads from 90min on, an optimal carbohydrate supply is crucial for performance. However, the intake should be initiated earlier on. For optimal performance we recommend dosages of 60-80 g carbohydrates per hour. Pay attention to a regular energy supply, and also orientate your fluid intake according to your thirst feeling. Sport drinks, gels and energy bars are proven carbohydrate sources, which are often used in combination depending on duration, intensity and personal preferences. The higher the intensity and the longer the activity, the more important is their gastrointestinal tolerance. The intended competition food and carbohydrate intake should be tested in advance during training and, where possible, further optimized. Please read also the related articles below, especially ELECTROLYTES and FLUID REPLACEMENT. Wherever the carbohydrate stores lead to a limitation of performance over time, also fat metabolism (lipid oxidation) should be specifically trained.

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Award for HIGH ENERGY BAR

HIGH ENERGY BAR Salty+Nuts Highly Praised

The German running magazine «Aktiv Laufen!» has published a big test report about energy bars in issue 5/2018. The salty/sweet HIGH ENERGY BAR Salty+Nuts was given the title of «Competition Tip»!

In the article, editor Christian Bruneß examined two types of energy bars: First, the classic energy bars, where energy stands for the highest possible calorific value. On the other hand, bars that also take other factors into account, such as the combination of short-, medium- and long-chain carbohydrates or additional ingredients such as caffeine or salt.

The HIGH ENERGY BAR Salty & Nuts from SPONSER® was highly praised: «Very tasty, especially during sports. Particularly during competitions, long runs or hot temperatures the salt is very helpful. Nice consistency and good taste.»

Sponser Is Test Winner

SPONSER's HIGH ENERGY BAR Awarded by «RennRad Magazin»

In the summer of 2018, the German cycling journal RennRad Magazin carried out a consumer test that focused on energy bars for cyclists. The HIGH ENERGY BAR SALTY+NUTS by SPONSER® was declared test winner by the jury.

«A little bit hard to chew and slightly sticky. But the taste of the high energy bar is very good. Very intense, not too sweet, slightly salty. Good consistency. The bar is very flat and therefore fits perfectly into a cyclist's pocket.»

HIGH ENERGY BARS from SPONSER® are also available in the flavours Apricot-Vanilla, Banana and Berry.