What is Maurten Bicarb?
The Maurten Bicarb System is an advanced sports fuel for high-intensity training and racing. Take it 1.5 to 2 hours before exercise to help your body better cope with increasing muscle acidification during heavy, anaerobic exercise.
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Is Maurten Bicarb for you?
The Bicarb System is designed for sports in which you regularly cross the anaerobic limit - be it time trials, intervals, sprints or intense races. It helps your body cope better with acidosis and recover faster between peak times.
For endurance athletes, it can also be used during threshold training to stimulate adaptation and performance.
For very long-term efforts such as marathons or long triathlons, the use of bicarbonate is still under further investigation. -
The science behind performance
During maximum exercise, the pH level in your muscles drops - that's acidification, and it limits your ability to deliver power.
Sodium bicarbonate helps regulate this process by buffering the acid: it raises the pH of the blood and drains excess H⁺ ions from the muscles faster.
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What dosage suits you?
There is no one-size-fits-all. The right dosage depends on your body weight and your experience using bicarbonate.
During the purchase process, TriathlonWorld will help you choose the right dosage: 12, 15, 19, 22 or 25.Each serving of the Bicarb System consists of two components: the bicarbonate component and 40 grams of carbohydrates encapsulated in a specially formulated hydrogel. These are mixed together and taken as one serving.
The power is in the preparation
Maurten takes a minimalist approach to the development of its products.
The focus is on using a limited number of high-quality ingredients, with no unnecessary additives.
That simplicity reflects Maurten's commitment to providing athletes with effective, clear and reliable solutions.
In short: focused on performance - nothing else.
The instructions below are easy to follow, but should be followed accurately and without deviation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know when the hydrogel is ready to add the bicarbonate?
The hydrogel should be transparent and have a thick, smooth consistency so that you can spoon it directly from the bowl.
The hydrogel powder should be completely dissolved, with no white lumps.
Why don't the bicarbonate granules dissolve?
The granules do not dissolve in the hydrogel during preparation.
Consume them whole, without chewing.
The hydrogel ensures that they pass safely through the stomach and are absorbed only in the intestines.
Should I chew the bicarbonate granules?
No. Swallow them whole, along with the hydrogel.
Chewing may interfere with action by increasing the likelihood that the bicarbonate will come in contact with stomach acid rather than being absorbed only in the intestines.
How much sodium does each serving of the Bicarb System contain?
- Bicarb System 12 (12 g sodium bicarbonate) = 3,300 mg sodium
- Bicarb System 15 (15 g sodium bicarbonate) = 4,100 mg sodium
- Bicarb System 19 (19 g sodium bicarbonate) = 5,200 mg sodium
- Bicarb System 22 (22 g sodium bicarbonate) = 6,000 mg sodium
- Bicarb System 25 (25 g sodium bicarbonate) = 6,800 mg sodium
Is the Maurten Bicarb System approved for use in competitive sports?
Yes. The Maurten Bicarb System is Informed Sport-certified, which means that the product is free of substances banned by WADA (World Anti-Doping Agency) and is produced according to strict quality standards.
Each batch is tested before being released to the market.
How does the Maurten Bicarb System work?
The hydrogel aids in taking the mini tablets and protects them from dissolving prematurely in the stomach.
Because of their small size, the tablets do not stick in the stomach (as capsules sometimes do) and are transported in a controlled manner to the intestines, where they gradually disintegrate and the sodium bicarbonate is dissolved and absorbed.
Is the hydrogel in component B the same as in Maurten's Drink Mixes and Gels?
No. The hydrogel used in the Bicarb System is formulated differently from those used in Drink Mixes or Gels.
Each formula has a unique structure and function.
Is the Maurten Bicarb System suitable for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes. The Maurten Bicarb System is suitable for both vegetarians and vegans.
How often can I use the Maurten Bicarb System?
We recommend using no more than 2-3 servings per week.
On days when you use the Bicarb System, there is no need to take additional sodium supplements.
Can I prepare the Bicarb System the day before a race or workout?
Component A and Component B can be prepared the day before.
Then store them in the refrigerator (about 4 °C).
Component C should only be added just before consumption.
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