BEFORE
Preparing for strength training means fueling up with steady-release energy sources and ensuring you’re hydrated. This combination helps you push harder from the very first set.
- Hydration Tabs: Stay hydrated and balance electrolytes to support muscle function during heavy lifts.
- Energy Stroopwafel: Provides steady energy from a combination of complex and simple carbs, ensuring you have the stamina for both strength and endurance sets.
DURING
Maintaining energy and hydration during intense workouts is crucial for hitting peak performance. Fast-digesting energy and electrolytes keep you going strong through heavy reps.
- Roctane Energy Drink Mix: Keeps electrolytes balanced and provides fast-acting carbs and BCAAs to help you, avoid mid-workout energy slumps.
- Energy Chews: Quick-absorbing energy to power through tough lifts and high-rep circuits.
AFTER
Post-workout recovery is when the real gains happen. Rebuilding muscle and replenishing energy stores ensures optimal recovery for your next session.
- Roctane Protein Recovery Drink Mix: Fast-acting, easily digestible whey protein and carbs to promote muscle recovery and restore glycogen levels after intense strength training.
- Magnesium Capsules: Provide essential micronutrients, including magnesium, Vitamin D, and Zinc to facilitate recovery during heavy training blocks.
GU ATHLETE REVIEW
“Every morning I have a GU Stroopwafel. It's easy, digestible, I can get some carbohydrates, I can get a little bit of caffeine, get some sodium in—that's great. I'll have one or two, depending on what type of session I'm gonna have.” - Jah Washington, GU Strength Athlete
GU STRENGTH TRAINING SUPPLEMENT FAQs
What supplements should I take for strength training?
For strength training, key supplements include BCAAs (branched-chain amino acids) to support muscle recovery and reduce the risk of delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS). Carbohydrates provide energy during training, while Protein Recovery Drinks promote muscle repair and rebuilding. Additionally, electrolytes help maintain hydration during intense sessions.
Are Energy Gels good for strength training?
Absolutely. Energy Gels can be beneficial during prolonged or high-intensity strength training to provide quick bursts of energy when you need it most. Their fast digesting carbohydrates help sustain energy during longer, more intense sessions when glycogen stores can become depleted. Energy Chews and Energy Stroopwafels are also great options in addition to Gels.
What should I drink during strength training?
During strength training, it’s crucial to stay hydrated. Adding Electrolyte Tabs or drinking Roctane Energy Drink Mix can help replenish electrolytes lost through sweat. Roctane Energy Drink Mix supports hydration, while also providing carbs, beta-alanine, taurine, and BCAAs to help you power through even the most demanding workouts.