Energy output is a complex matter. We all need a certain amount of
carbohydrates to ensure that our
glycogen stores are fully stocked to
ensure we can perform to our optimum ability during exercise. This is
an accepted fact. Different carbohydrate sources with different
Glycemic measurements are required to satisfy these varying
requirements. It’s additionally important that along with the
triple-charged carbohydrate content of Battery +/- 3,
amino acids that are vital to the muscle
preservation process are also included. This is why PhD Nutrition
invented Battery +/-3.
Step 1 - Long and mid-term energy - Battery+/-3 contains fructose and maltodextrin to ensure that
when taken before and during exercise, the blood sugar spike will not
be so great that it impairs long and mid-term performance.
Step 2 - Immediate glycogen replenishment- High Impact carbs! - Dextrose monohydrate has a high-glycemic
rating ensuring immediate and effective glycogen replenishment and an
instant elevation of blood sugar for complete recovery.
Step 3 - Added Branched Chain Amino Acids and L-Glutamine -
BCAA’s are considered the critical cluster of amino acids - the
most vital of all. PhD Nutrition consider Leucine, Iso-leucine and
Valine as integral inclusions within Battery+/-3 for the important role
they play in helping the body preserve muscle tissue. BCAA’s are
needed for the maintenance of muscle tissue and appear to preserve
muscle stores of glycogen. This ensures an anabolic
and anti-catabolic environment,
therefore minimising any potential muscle-loss whilst maximising the
potential for muscle repair. L-Glutamine is one of the most used
supplements within sports nutrition and particularly the body building
world and is a vital inclusion within Battery+/-3.