IONTMAX
FuelGel LACTATE 60 65 g

IONTMAX FuelGel LACTATE 60 is an energy gel designed for endurance athletes, combining 40g of carbohydrates (glucose and fructose in a 1:0.8 ratio) with 60 mmol of exogenous lactate, L-arginine, and sodium and potassium electrolytes. It serves to replenish energy before and during long-duration physical activity, such as running, cycling, triathlon, or ultra-endurance races. Unlike traditional gels, it contains no maltodextrin, caffeine, or taurine, and introduces a new metabolic component to your fuelling strategy: lactate, which the body can utilise as an additional source of energy.

It is recommended to take the gel approximately 20 to 30 minutes before physical activity. During long-duration activity, dose it according to your individual nutritional strategy, desired hourly carbohydrate intake, duration and intensity of exercise, and personal tolerance. The maximum recommended daily dose is 3 gels. The gel can be taken with approximately 100 ml of water, but this is not necessary due to its gel consistency, provided by ingredients like sodium alginate and xanthan gum.

One 65g sachet contains 40g of carbohydrates, all in the form of sugars, and provides 194 kcal. The carbohydrates come from glucose and fructose in a 1:0.8 ratio, which leverages different intestinal transport mechanisms, advantageous for higher hourly carbohydrate intakes. The gel further contains 6g of protein, 0.2g of fibre, and 0g of fat. This composition corresponds to standard energy gels used in endurance sports, but with the added lactate component.

Exogenous lactate is lactate supplied to the body externally, unlike the lactate produced naturally during physical activity as a metabolic intermediate. IONTMAX FuelGel LACTATE 60 contains 60 mmol of exogenous lactate, corresponding to approximately 5.4g of lactic acid. Lactate circulates between tissues, and the organism can metabolically utilise it as an supplementary energy source alongside carbohydrates. It is a modern trend in sports nutrition that complements, rather than replaces, the traditional carbohydrate system.

Each gel provides approximately 450 mg of sodium and 150 mg of potassium. These electrolytes are lost through sweat during endurance exercise, and their replenishment is essential for maintaining water and mineral balance during long bouts of activity. The higher sodium content is typical for gels intended for ultra-endurance activities and races with high sweat rates, where electrolyte requirements are more significant than in shorter training sessions.

No, the gel does not contain caffeine or taurine. It is therefore suitable for athletes who want to limit stimulant intake during performance or combine it with other gels or drinks containing caffeine without the risk of over-stimulation. It also contains no maltodextrin, which distinguishes it from most classic energy gels on the market that typically use maltodextrin as their primary carbohydrate source.

Yes, based on the information provided, the gel contains no allergens. The composition consists of glucose, fructose, purified water, lactic acid (acidity regulator), L-arginine, sodium lactate, potassium lactate, calcium lactate, and the thickeners sodium alginate and xanthan gum. The product is therefore suitable for a broad group of athletes, including those managing common food intolerances; however, we always recommend assessing the composition individually based on your own health requirements.

The gel is primarily intended for endurance athletes – runners, cyclists, and triathletes – who already work with systematic carbohydrate intake and are looking to expand their fuelling strategy with lactate. It can be used for running and trail running, road and mountain biking, triathlon, marathons, ultramarathons, and other ultra-endurance disciplines, as well as for long training sessions with high energy demands. Due to its specific composition, we recommend testing your tolerance during training before incorporating it into your race day nutrition.

The main difference lies in the carbohydrate source and the added lactate component. Classic gels usually rely on maltodextrin as the primary carbohydrate, whereas FuelGel LACTATE 60 uses a glucose-fructose combination in a 1:0.8 ratio without maltodextrin. Furthermore, it contains 60 mmol of exogenous lactate, L-arginine, and a higher electrolyte content (450 mg sodium, 150 mg potassium), which classic gels typically do not offer. It is an expansion of the standard carbohydrate strategy with an additional metabolic substrate, not a complete replacement.

FuelGel LACTATE 60 contains no caffeine or taurine, unlike stimulant gels that add these substances to support focus and delay fatigue. Instead of stimulants, it relies on a combination of carbohydrates, lactate, L-arginine, and electrolytes. It is a suitable choice for athletes who want to use caffeine in a targeted way at a different stage of their performance or who wish to avoid it entirely for various reasons, while still receiving full energy and electrolyte support.

Yes, the gel can be combined with other products as part of an individual carbohydrate and hydration strategy, such as electrolyte drinks or other gels. Since it is caffeine-free, it can easily be combined with caffeinated products without the risk of exceeding your desired stimulant dose. The maximum recommended daily dose of the gel itself is 3 sachets, so when combining with other carbohydrate sources, we recommend monitoring your total hourly carbohydrate intake according to your own nutrition strategy and tolerance.

The product contains standard sports nutrition ingredients such as carbohydrates, electrolytes, L-arginine, and lactate salts, for which no specific risks have been recorded at the recommended dosage (max. 3 gels per day). Given the non-traditional composition featuring lactate, we recommend testing individual tolerance during training before including the gel in your race nutrition. As with any new sports nutrition product, individual reactions can vary, so testing before competition reduces the risk of digestive issues during performance.

The gel is suitable for both – it is recommended to be taken approximately 20 to 30 minutes before physical activity, but it can also be dosed continuously during long-duration activity according to your individual carbohydrate strategy. This flexibility stems from its composition, which combines rapidly available carbohydrates, electrolytes, and lactate, making it suitable for both initial energy replenishment and ongoing performance support during long runs, cycling, or triathlons.