Basics of regeneration
Optimal regeneration includes active and passive elements such as jogging, saunas or massage, but it can also be assisted by a targeted intake of nutrition. Four main nutritional goals are pursued:
Goal 1: Supplying the body with fluiid
Goal 2: Filling up the glycogen store
It is advisable to fill up the glycogen reserves again immediately after activity. Full regeneration of these reserves usually takes about one day as well. Athletes taking part in competition over several days should pay special attention to an adequate intake of carbohydrates. Suitable Sponser products which can supply large amounts of carbohydrate while keeping stress on the stomach low:
Goal 3: Regeneration of the muscles
Given that the reduction of protein can carry on for a long time after heavy exertion in endurance activities and that proteins are also utilized for energy during periods of high activity, targeted protein supplements are a well-established factor in regeneration.
Proteins are essential for replenishing the reserves of glycogen after physical activity. They are also important to strengthen the immune system, and they supply substances to build up muscles as well as enzymes.
A first portion of protein should be supplied to the body directly after reaching the finishing line.
Sponser's practical regeneration products are especially advisable for this purpuse. They already contain carbohydrates and proteins, which are key nutrients, in the proportions of 4:1 which are important for regeneration. the proteins are also available as hydrolisates (i.e. pre-digested) so that they can be metabolized as quickly as possible.
Goal 4: Strengthening the immune defenses
Sportspeople who undergo regular strenuous training walk a tightrope betwwen optimum physical health and an impaired immune function. Resarch results suggest that athletes have a higher risk for infections of the upper respiratory tract during periods of hard training or for 7- 14 days after a hard competition (Nieman, 1990). Viewed in the long term, physical activity strengthens the immune system, although physical activity causes the formation of free radicals in the sort term. These free radicals are very damaging to the cells and they can weaken the immune defenses. Anti-oxidants can intercept these free radicals, so they are cell-protecting substances. Five portions of fruit and begetables per day will usually provide an adequate supply of anti-oxidants (according of training and competition can take advantage of ACE supplements. In this case, Sponser recommends Protector Tabs.
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Summary: Products for the regeneration phase
To compensate for fluids: Electrolyte drinks such as Isotonic or Competition
To top up the glycogen reserves: Carbo Loader, Isotonic, Competition, Liquid Energy
For muscle regeneration: Regeneration Competition, Recovery Drink
To strengthen the immuns defenses: Protector tabs (anti-oxidants)