Sciences

THE BEST ENERGY GELS FOR ULTRA-TRAIL RUNNING

Why are our energy gels the best for ultra-trail running? Because they were developed with our professional athletes at UTMB and Western States!

Hydration among ultra-athletes

Hydration plays a vital role in ultra-endurance sports. For ultra-athletes, needs are increased by water loss through sweat. Let's find out how to prevent dehydration and maximize performance. Why do ultra-athletes need to hydrate? The body requires water for a multitude of reasons and functions.

How many electrolytes do trail runners need?

Why are electrolytes so important for athletes? Can they really contribute to sports performance? In this post, we analyze the role of electrolytes in the context of ultra-endurance sports.

The importance of protein for Ultra-athletes

What is the role of protein in athletes? How much protein should you consume as an ultra-athlete? We will answer these questions in this blog post.

Näak Ultra Energy™ Science

Näak's Ultra Energy™ science was developed to meet the specific needs of ultra endurance Athletes. The idea is simple: the ingestion of a few macronutrients such as carbohydrates and electrolytes is not enough after a few hours of effort, you need a complete approach to perform further and longer. A BLEND OF NATURAL IN

Vitamin B12 for Endurance Athletes

Vitamin B12 plays a vital role in helping your body break down nutrients to energize you for your day to day activities or tackling your next training session. Read more about the B Vitamins, sources of Vitamin B12 and the benefits of B12 for endurance Athletes. We cover the B Vitamins, what is Vitamin B12 and where to find it, signs and consequences of Vitamin B12 deficiency and its benefits for endurance athletes.

Caffeine and Performance

Caffeine is the world’s most widely used psychoactive drug and by far the most common stimulant to date. Most of us are familiar with the stimulating effects of caffeine, but for endurance athletes in particular, caffeine is often used to boost energy and performance. However, the science behind caffeine supplementation in endurance athletes is muddled, as we often hear contradicting thoughts on the drug. If you are curious about the effects of caffeine and whether or not to supplement with it, then this article is for you!