£24.95
Precision Fuel Carb & Electrolyte Drink Mix is designed to tackle two of the biggest considerations during prolonged exercise in one bottle, fuelling and hydration.
When mixed as directed, one litre provides 60g of carbohydrate and 1,000mg of sodium, alongside potassium, calcium and magnesium. The carbohydrate comes from maltodextrin and fructose in a 2:1 glucose-to-fructose ratio.
Nutrition Breakdown:
When mixed as directed, per 1 litre:
Calories – 240kcal
Protein – <0.01g per 100g powder
Fat – <0.01g per 100g powder
Carbohydrates – 60g
Sodium – 1,000mg
Potassium – 250mg
Calcium – 48mg
Magnesium – 24mg
For a 500ml bottle, using 2 scoops:
Calories – 120kcal
Carbohydrates – 30g
Sodium – 500mg
The drink forms a 6% carbohydrate solution when mixed as directed.
Ingredients:
Maltodextrin
Fructose
Mineral Salts (Tri-Sodium Citrate, Potassium Chloride)
Acidity Regulators (Citric Acid, Ascorbic Acid)
Natural Flavours
Calcium
Magnesium
Is it suitable for vegans/vegetarians?
Vegetarian: Yes
Vegan: Yes
Gluten Free: Yes
Precision also states that the product contains no artificial ingredients and is Informed Sport certified.
Allergen Information:
No major allergens are listed within the ingredient declaration on the official product page.
Always check the packaging before use if you have allergies or specific dietary requirements.
Directions:
Mix 4 level scoops per litre of water and drink to thirst during exercise.
2 scoops – 500ml water
3 scoops – 750ml water
4 scoops – 1 litre water
8 scoops – 2 litre water
NB: Precision recommends tailoring your overall carbohydrate, fluid and sodium intake to your individual requirements rather than treating one intake target as appropriate for everybody.
Precision Fuel describe it as particularly useful for higher-intensity efforts lasting a few hours, when you need a steady supply of rapidly digestible carbohydrate whilst also replacing some of the sodium and fluid you’re losing through sweat.
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During longer or harder training sessions, two of the biggest things we need to think about are fuel and hydration. This covers both in the same bottle, with 60g of carbohydrate and 1,000mg of sodium per litre.
The carbohydrate side is particularly well thought out. You’re getting maltodextrin and fructose in a 2:1 ratio rather than relying on one carbohydrate source alone. For longer endurance work, being able to absorb and utilise carbohydrate efficiently becomes increasingly important if you want to maintain pace, power and overall performance.
Then you’ve got the sodium. At 1,000mg per litre, this isn’t one of those electrolyte products with a token sprinkle of minerals added so they can put “hydration” on the front of the packet. It’s a meaningful amount, particularly for people who sweat heavily or lose a lot of sodium during exercise.
I also like how practical it is. During a long ride, run, Hyrox-style session or endurance event, sometimes you simply don’t want to keep reaching for gels and chews. Being able to get carbohydrate, fluid and electrolytes from the bottle you’re already drinking from makes life much easier.
That doesn’t mean everybody automatically needs 60g of carbs and 1,000mg sodium every hour. Sweat rates, sodium losses, exercise intensity, duration and carbohydrate requirements vary enormously between individuals, so I’d always tailor it accordingly.
For the right person and the right session though, I think this is an excellent all-in-one endurance product. Fuel, fluid and electrolytes covered without making things unnecessarily complicated.
To really nail your intake accuracy, get the Precision Fuel drinks bottle – made specifically for easier mixing of this product.
The Science:
Carbohydrate-electrolyte feedings improve 1 hour time-trial cycling performance
Study: This controlled study examined whether consuming a carbohydrate-electrolyte drink could improve performance during a one-hour high-intensity cycling time trial compared with a placebo.
International Journal of Sports Medicine, 1997
Carbohydrate-electrolyte feedings improve 1 h time trial cycling performance – PubMed
Cyclists maintained a significantly higher workload with the carbohydrate-electrolyte drink than with placebo. This is directly relevant to the Precision formula because it combines carbohydrate with electrolytes specifically to support performance during demanding exercise.
Influence of ingesting a carbohydrate-electrolyte solution on endurance capacity during intermittent, high-intensity shuttle running
Study: This study compared a carbohydrate-electrolyte drink with a non-carbohydrate placebo during prolonged intermittent high-intensity exercise in trained games players.
Journal of Sports Sciences, 1995
Participants were able to continue the high-intensity running protocol significantly longer when consuming the carbohydrate-electrolyte solution. This supports the principle behind combining rapidly available carbohydrate, fluid and electrolytes during prolonged demanding exercise.
