What's in it?
A one-stop high-carb shop.
Science in Sport (SiS) has long been known for their isotonic gels, but they are now stepping up the carb game even more with a high carbohydrate fueling line. Beta Fuel.
What makes Beta Fuel different?
Beta Fuel Gel utilizes a 1:0.8 Maltodextrin:Fructose ratio. This balance of carbohydrates makes it easier for our body to use all of the fuel we are providing it while training and racing!
This high-octane fuel source is for those chasing podiums, crushing PRs, and pushing their body to the next level! As nutrition research has evolved over the past decade, so have sports nutrition products. We used to only see gels with 20 grams of carbs, but now we have drink mixes that contain 80 grams of carbs per serving, gels that have 40 grams of carbs per serving and chews with 45 grams of carbs per serving. This is because we know the body can utilize up to 90 grams of carbohydrates per hour!
The SiS Beta Fuel Bundle will give you the opportunity to sample almost every flavor, gel, drink mix, and chew within the product line!
In addition to the Beta Fuel products, you will also see the Hydro Tablets. These will be needed to help replenish electrolytes both inside and outside of training. In general, SiS keeps their electrolytes separate from their fuel. This helps athletes really dial in their fueling plan and ensure they aren't getting too much sodium or carbs.
How to Use SiS Beta Fuel:
30 minutes prior to the start of a big training session or race, we like to use the SiS Beta Fuel + Nootropics Gel. This helps get our heads in the zone with its 200mg of caffeine, 200mg of L-theanine, 1000mg of L-taurine, & 40g of carbs to top off our fuel stores.
During our training session or race, we will alternate between drinking a bottle of Beta Fuel and using Gels & Chews. It is easiest to break apart your fueling strategy into 60-minute intervals. This way, you can plan out what you will be doing each hour of the training session. Typically, during the hour that we are using gels, we will be siping on a bottle with 1-2 Hydro Tablets in it to make sure we are staying hydrated.
Your fueling goal should be to consume between 60 and 90 grams of carbohydrates per hour + 500-750mL of fluid. Electrolyte needs will significantly vary from person to person, but you would be okay using 1 Hydro Tab every hour at baseline!
Science in Sport continues to blow our minds with their revolutionary products. Not only are they changing the game with their sports drink mix, but they actually created this new version that is far better!
Beta Fuel contains a 1:0.8 maltodextrin: fructose ratio, which allows it to reduce the symptoms of stomach fullness and nausea. No more stomach upset during your activities! This newly improved formula allows you to absorb carbohydrates better, giving you a bigger energy boost.
How does Beta Fuel do this?
Beta Fuel is a pH neutral, isotonic solution. It allows the intestines to absorb its contents at the appropriate rate without causing water to be drawn into the GI tract, which is usually what causes stomach issues associated with high sugar sports drinks!
This drink mix comes in a variety of flavors (orange, strawberry & lime, and Red Berry), and have made it super difficult to pick a favorite. They’re all delicious! The best part about this drink is that it also has zero artificial sweeteners, the flavor you get is all natural!This product meets your energy needs by providing 80g of carbohydrates! With the addition of fructose into this mixture, it increases the absorption of carbohydrates by 72%. It is absolutely remarkable!
This is the future of sports nutrition…
Living up to its name, Beta Fuel has been tested, and approved, by some of the top elite athletes in the game since 2017. Oh the best part…? It’s vegan, celiac, lactose-free, gluten-free, wheat-free, and nut-free. If you’re allergen sensitive, this drink is one for you! Not to mention, they are also third party tested and Informed Sport Certified.
How To Use It:
Mix one serving (82 g) of Beta Fuel with 600 ml of fluid. Pay attention to this as (like most sports drinks) it's best when combined with the right amount of water.