2024 Cape Epic Supplement Guide

SUPPLEMENT GUIDE

THE IMPORTANCE OF USING THE CORRECT SUPPLEMENTS

Endurance athletes need top-quality nutritional support for peak performance.

To put that into perspec�ve, that’s the equivalent of one 1 kg tub of USN Pro Recover. Therefore, consuming enough easily diges�ble nutrients during and a�er your rides is crucial. Protein, as found in Pro Recover, is vital for muscle recovery as it’s broken down into amino acids to feed your working muscles.

When compe�ng in endurance events, you can burn around 4 000 calories (16 700 kJ) over a period of four hours.

The following pages will discuss the usage and benefits of each product.

ENERGY KICK FOR LATE-STAGE A high-energy output drink with caffeine and performance nutrients.

Keep your body fuelled for intense workouts with Cyto Power. Cyto Power is a high-energy output drink with caffeine and performance nutrients for sustainable energy, increased alertness, rehydra�on and recovery.

The three-stage glycomatrix carbohydrates release energy at varying �mes during the day, ensuring long-, medium- and short-term energy for enhanced endurance.

250 MG /250 % NRV VITAMIN C ^

750 MG

L-GLUTAMINE

250 MG

CAFFEINE ^

0-3 HOURS SUSTAINED PERFORMANCE

PRO RECOVER

ULTRA-EFFECTIVE RECOVERY SHAKE

A high-protein, full-body recovery drink to be consumed after your ride or race.

A delicious and complete full-body recovery drink for use immediately a�er each ride or race. It’s high in easily diges�ble whey protein and carbs.

Take one full serving following your training session or race, and take another full serving two hours a�er your first meal when compe�ng in stage races.

125 MG /125 %NRV VITAMIN C ^

20 G

PROTEIN ^

5,5 G

BCAAs^

24 HOUR RECOVERY

VOOMA ENERGY

ON-THE-MOVE ENERGY GEL

A convenient, concentrated energy fuel for any time during your ride or race.

Vooma Energy gel is a convenient and instant energy source consis�ng of quick absorbing carbs and electrolytes.

Always take a few Vooma gels on your ride to boost your energy levels when needed.

25 G

CARBS

^

50 MG

CAFFEINE ^

150 MG

SODIUM ^

0-1 HOUR

PERFORMANCE BOOST

VOOMA BAR

ULTRA-DIGESTIBLE NOUGAT BAR

A high-energy electrolyte bar.

Vooma Bar assists in reducing cramps, provides a sustained energy boost and improves stamina.

105 MG

TOTAL SODIUM ^

43 MG

MAGNESIUM ^

0-1 HOUR

PERFORMANCE BOOST

GREAT-TASTING ANYTIME HYDRATION

ZERO SUGAR HYDRATOR

An instant rehydration drink.

Zero Sugar Hydrator is formulated for op�mal rehydra�on and can be used any�me, especially a�er ac�vity.

Mix one sachet with 500 ml of cold water and sip slowly. Mix up to four sachets in 2 litres when par�cipa�ng in stage races, and sip throughout the day to prepare for your next stage.

1000 MG

TAURINE ^

100 MG

VITAMIN C ^

2-4 HOURS HYDRATION BOOST

500 MG

L-GLUTAMINE ^

INSTANT CRAMP BLOCKING TABLETS

CRAMP BLOCK

Phosphate loading for strength, endurance, recovery and fatigue reduction.

The harder your body works, the higher your demands for phosphates and electrolytes (your body’s ‘salts’) are. When you’re depleted, you compromise strength, endurance and physical and mental energy. Cramp Block should be used daily.

Maintain your phosphate satura�on with 2-4 tablets daily.

For phosphate loading leading up to a race: Start 4-5 days prior by taking 6-8 tablets daily and then 2-4 tablets the morning before your race. In the case of stage races, take another four tablets a�er each stage.

100 MG

82 MG

TAURINE ^

2-4 HOURS CRAMP PREVENTION

64 MG

MAGNESIUM

SODIUM ^ ^

60 MG

CALCIUM ^

EPIC PRO 2

AWARD-WINNING ULTRA ENDURANCE DRINK

An all-in-one ultra-endurance drink for high performance and rapid recovery.

This fast-absorbing, high-impact energy drink keeps your body fueled and hydrated during intense training and events.

Epic Pro 2’s advanced formula�on provides long-term energy for endurance ac�vi�es and minimises the risk of cramping through magnesium and mineral replenishment.

500 MG /500 % NRV VITAMIN C ^

5000 MG

MCT POWDER ^

3500 MG

COLLAGEN PEPTIDES ^

2-4 HOURS PERFORMANCE BOOST

VO2 MAX

SUSTAINED PERFORMANCE & ENDURANCE

Maximises oxygen consumption for sustained performance and endurance.

VO2 Max assists the muscles in working harder for longer. It increases the ability to store and u�lise oxygen and protects the cardiovascular system during intense ac�vity.

250 MG /250 % NRV

750 MG

100 MG

200 MG

VITAMIN C ^ CAFFEINE^

^ L-GLUTAMINE

OXYJUN® ^

BEFORE ALL STAGES

SUPPLEMENT STRATEGY 4 DAYS PRIOR Take one capsule VO2 Max twice daily.

Load with three tablets Cramp Block twice daily.

Load with Zero Sugar Hydrator twice daily.

THE MORNING OF PROLOGUE Take one capsule VO2 Max & two tablets Cramp Block before breakfast.

Drink Zero Sugar Hydrator a�er breakfast.

Sip a full serving of Epic Pro 2 one hour before start.

Take a full serving Pro Recover immediately a�er prologue with 4 tablets Cramp Block.

BEFORE & DURING EVERY STAGE Take one capsule VO2 Max & two tablets Cramp Block before breakfast.

Sip half a serving Epic Pro 2 leading up to the start.

Sip one race bo�le filled with Epic Pro 2 & one race bo�le filled with Zero Sugar Hydrator.

Take another full serving of Epic Pro 2 at water point 2 leading up to the halfway mark.

Sip on Epic Pro 2 leading from the half way mark to water point 3.

Take 1 tablet Cramp Block for every hour of riding during each stage and 1 VO2 Max tablet at water point 2/halfway mark.

Vooma Nougat bars to be consumed during riding. Take caffeinated Vooma Bar a�er halfway/water point 2.

Optional: Cyto Power to be consumed at last water point/water point 3.

AFTER EVERY STAGE Take a full serving Pro Recover immediately a�er each stage.

Sip Zero Sugar Hydrator during lunch.

Take another full serving Pro Recover two hours a�er lunch.

Take 4 Cramp Block tablets before bed.

OFFICIAL SPORTS NUTRITION

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