CarboRocket 333 All-In-One Endurance Drink

Why No Protein?

This is the #1 question I get about CarboRocket and 333.  The main reason is that protein can be difficult to digest and causes gastro-intestinal issues with most people when consumed during training and racing. It can also be hard to choke down and you won't hydrate properly if you can't drink something during a race. Especially if it's hot out. Save the protein drink for afterwards, might I suggest our recovery drink, Rehab. 

Adding protein to your sports drink is based on old, de-bunked research.  That being said, CarboRocket contains 1,000 mg of the amino acid L-Glutamine per serving which is one of the most important components of protein and one of the main reasons you would want protein in a sports drink to begin with. 333 then adds 3000 mg BCAA's and additional L-Glutamine per serving.  The benefits of protein without the drawbacks. 

Why is the 2:1 ratio important?

The latest research indicates that a 2:1 ratio of Maltodextrin to Fructose provides the most sustained energy during extended periods of exercise as each carbohydrate source is processed through a different pathway in your gut. Because of this, your body can process more calories per hour without GI distress from this combination of carbohydrates than from a stand alone carbohydrate source. No other carbohydrate source or combination of sources provides longer lasting fuel for your endeavors.

How should I use CarboRocket? 333?

With original CR I like to use 1 scoop in a small (20 oz.) water bottle or 1-1.5 scoops in a large (24 oz.) water bottle. I aim to drink 20-28oz of water per hour of exercise depending on heat and intensity. Sometimes I'll drink 8-12oz an hour before a race as well to make sure my body is hydrated and has the electrolytes and minerals necessary to keep from bonking and cramping.

333 was formulated to mix 333 calories in 24-30 oz of water. Each scoop of 333 = 111 and I recommend starting with 2 scoops (222 cal) per 20-24oz of water and adjusting from there. Many athletes use 1, 2, 2.5, 3 or even 4 scoops depending on their caloric needs. Be careful if you go over 3 scoops as you would need to take in additional water to keep the osmolality in the optimal range.

Can I freeze CarboRocket and 333?

Yes! Many anthletes do this the night before a long hot day, just make sure to leave some expansion room in your water bottles.

How long will a bottle of CR or 333 last once mixed?

Both products will last for 3-4 days if refrigerated. If not refrigerated, it all depends on the heat. Even in hot weather they will be good for 24 hrs. Beyond that I suggest the "sniff test". If it smells weird, throw it out!

Our raspberry flavored drinks are colored with beet root juice powder and once mixed, the color only lasts for a few hours but they are still fine to drink.

Isn't fructose unhealthy? I noticed it's in some of your drinks.

Any type of sugar in sufficient quantities can be unhealthy.  We suggest avoiding all sugars in your daily diet when possible. Sports drinks are not health drinks, they serve a specific, important puprose. You should limit any sports drink use to times of physical activity.

The fructose serves an important role as it takes longer to convert to glycogen than other forms of sugar and is processed through a different pathway in your gut.  While it is a simple sugar, fructose has one of the lowest glycemic indexes (measurement of how fast a sugar gets into your blood stream) of any sugar so you end up with a longer lasting energy source. This fact coupled with the near instant spike in blood sugar caused by glucose provides the ideal combination of carbohydrates for athletes.