What's actually happening at mile 20
The problem
Hydrogen ions — not lactic acid — build up as your muscles work hard. The rising acidity overwhelms your system. That's the wall
What BiCarb does
Sodium bicarbonate is alkaline. It neutralizes that acid buildup so your muscles can keep firing a little longer. Maurten's hydrogel delivery gets it there without wrecking your gut.
Mixing steps
1. Add 200ml cold water to the mixing bowl (A)
2. Add the hydrogel powder (B) and shake for 15 seconds
3. Let it stand for a few minutes
4. Add the bicarbonate mini-tablets (C) and stir gently
5. Eat immediately — don't chew, just swallow
3 hours Before
40g of carbs in an oat-and-rice bar. Your pre-race BiCarb companion.
High-carb drink for the bus to the start.
90 minutes before
90 minutes before the gun. Mix A + B + C. The work you've done deserves the best final miles you can give it.
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