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Farmers Market in Kailua-Kona
Ereignisse

The Farmers Market in Kailua-Kona

The Farmers Market in Kailua-Kona is not only a meeting place for culture and food lovers, but also a true treasure trove for athletes who want to optimally coordinate their nutrition with training...

EreignisseKen Shirk - The legendary "Cowman"

Ken Shirk – the legend "Cowman" and a special moment at the Ironman Kona 2017

Ken Shirk, better known as "Cowman," was a true cult figure in the triathlon world and especially at the Ironman Hawaii. Since the late 1970s, he captivated audiences with his unique style: he wor...

AthletenJana Understadt präsentiert SportBrennstoff als neuen Sponsor

Welcome to the team: Jana Uderstadt and SportBrennstoff – Together towards the Ironman World Championship

Welcome to the team: Jana Uderstadt and SportBrennstoff – Together towards the Ironman World Championship Since August 1, 2025, the German professional triathlete Jana Uderstadt has officially joi...

WissenKaffee und Mineralstoffe by SportBrennstoff

Coffee and minerals – how do they fit together?

Coffee is one of Germans' favorite beverages—whether in the office, on the go, or as a ritual before, during, or after a workout. But how does this indulgence affect mineral intake? The interplay i...

WissenBMD - Bild von einer Röntgenaufnahme der Wirbelsäule

What is BMD and what can I do about it?

BMD (Bone Mineral Deficiency) in sports: development, detection & prevention: What is BMD and why is it relevant in sports? Bone mineral density (BMD) indicates how "solid" the bone substance...

WissenRED-S Syndrom im Sport, erschöpfter Mann auf einer Couch

What is RED-S syndrome?

RED-S syndrome (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport) is a health problem that occurs in athletes when the body receives less energy than is expended through training and daily activities over the l...

WissenSportler trinkt Wasser aus der Leitung

Tap water in sports?

Tap water can generally be a good idea for athletes, as it is strictly controlled according to drinking water regulations, is calorie- and sugar-free, and is generally cheaper than mineral water. I...

WissenDas Skelett und dessen Bedeutung im Sport

Bones and sports

Endurance sports are characterized by repetitive strain over extended periods. If we neglect alternating strains and train too focused on long sessions with too little or no strain, this can pose ...

WissenMineralwasser trinkender Triathlet

Important for mineral water

The ingredients in mineral water are particularly important for ambitious endurance athletes because they specifically replace lost minerals and electrolytes and support performance and recovery. ...

WissenMineralien im Sport

Minerals in sports: Little helpers for great performance

Anyone who does sports knows: exercise alone isn't enough—diet often determines performance, recovery, and health. Minerals such as magnesium, potassium, calcium, sodium, and iron play a key role....

EreignisseJonas Hoffmann Profi-Triathlet wird bester Deutscher mit Platz 5 beim Ironman Frankfurt

Jonas Hoffmann best German with 5th place at the Ironman European Championship in Frankfurt

Frankfurt am Main, July 1, 2025 – Jonas Hoffmann, top triathlete and official brand ambassador for SportBrennstoff, achieved an impressive 5th place at this year's Ironman Frankfurt, finishing as t...

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Triathlon one-piece suit SportBrennstoff ZOOT Ultra Tri P1

Our new SportBrennstoff ZOOT Ultra Tri P1 triathlon one-piece is now available. We've teamed up with ZOOT to design a one-piece with the benefits of the ZOOT one-piece and a limited-edition design....

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Leichtes Frühstück

Plan your meals consciously

Before exercise, you should be very conscious about your nutrition well in advance.

Hard sessions/competitions: no heavy food 3 hours before the exercise. Consume liquid carbohydrates in small portions. The further before the start, the more liquid you should consume.

Light units: You can work on light food until you reach the point of exertion. Nevertheless, you should be careful and provide yourself with good nutrition.

Avoid fiber 3 hours before the session.

Belastung in Taupo

Now it depends.

Basic training: Drink 30g of slow carbohydrates with 500-750ml in one hour. Avoid insulin.

Stress training: Drink 60g of carbohydrates with 500-750ml in one hour.

Competition or competition-oriented exercise: drink 80g to 90g of carbohydrates with 500-750ml within one hour.

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Load/competition

Now it depends on the planned unit. You may also need to follow the trainer's instructions.

Basic training: Drink 30g of slow carbohydrates with 500-750ml per hour. Ideal: GRUNDLAGE

Stress training: Drink 60g - 80g of carbohydrates with 500-750ml per hour. Ideal: BELASTUNG

Competition or competition-oriented training: Drink 90g - 120g of fast carbohydrates with 500-750ml per hour. Ideal: WETTKAMPF

SportBrennstoff Erholung Intro

REST is important

It is essential to provide the correct care immediately. This also applies to basic units!

Basic units: Use approximately 20g of protein and at least 20g of carbohydrates immediately after exercise with a source of potassium and a source of sodium.

Harder/longer units: Consume approx. 40g of protein and at least 40g of carbohydrates immediately after exercise with a source of potassium and a source of sodium.

Ideal: ERHOLUNG

Bunte Ernhrung

Healthy and varied

Now it's all about a healthy, balanced and varied diet. Make sure you get the right distribution of macro and micronutrients.

Carbohydrates: 60%
Proteins: 20%
Fats: 20%

Vitamins: Vitamin C, B12
Minerals: magnesium, potassium, sodium
Fiber: about 30g per day