• Now it's improved with C2 MAX carbohydrate blend which optimized carbohydrate ratio-taking performance to a whole new level.
• Pre-workout: When pre-workout time is limited, PowerBar® Gel provides 27g of carbs that are rapidly absorbed and hit the bloodstream fast.
• During workout: 30g-60g carbs per hour are proven to extend endurance, so 1-2 PowerBar® Gel per hour help meet sports nutrition guidelines.
• For serious training or competition, usage recommendations can be extended to three packages, as the carb blend in Gel has been shown to be utilized during exercised at up to 90g per hour.
• Caffeine is a proven performance enhancer in endurance sports; recent research confirms caffeine does not contribute to dehydration during exercise.

• Who should use POWERBAR® GEL?
Endurance athletes who need fast fuel during training and competition, and those who want an edge to help them better their performance.

• When should I use POWERBAR® GEL?
POWERBAR® GEL is designed to be used as “fast fuel” during intense exercise. With its convenient package and 110-120 calories of carbohydrates, POWERBAR® GEL is an ideal source for immediate energy during intense athletic activity.

• How do I use POWERBAR® GEL?
Different forms of energy are beneficial for different circumstances. Have a POWERBAR® PERFORMANCE bar before a race or game to provide your body with the nutrients it needs to compete, down a POWERBAR® GEL during activity when you need additional energy, and follow up with a POWERBAR® PROTEINPLUS bar to optimize muscle recovery.

• Should I drink water with POWERBAR®?
Yes. Staying hydrated is key for optimum performance. POWERBAR® GEL is a convenient, easy-to-consume, concentrated source of carbohydrate, and not a substitute for water. Drink a few mouthfuls of water with POWERBAR® GEL to get the fast blast of energy you need.

• How should I store POWERBAR® GEL?
For the best use, POWERBAR® GEL should be kept between 40 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit. No need to refrigerate.

• How long will my POWEBAR® GEL last?
Each POWERBAR® GEL bar is stamped with a “best by” date. Although it is safe to use POWERBAR® GEL after this date, we recommend that you use POWERBAR® GEL by the “best by” date to ensure you’re getting the full nutritional benefits of the products.

• What is C2 MAX?
POWERBAR® C2 Max is an optimized carbohydrate blend that uses breakthrough science to provide athletes with more sustained energy to muscles. New sports science research shows that consuming a specific 2:1 ratio of glucose to fructose carbohydrates can increase the rate at which ingested carbohydrates can be metabolized for energy1-7. This means more energy is available to be used as muscle fuel.

• Are C2 MAX and the 2:1 carbohydrate blending the same thing?
POWERBAR® C2 Max features a 2:1 carbohydrate blend of glucose to fructose, the same ratio that has been shown in research studies to increase the rate at which ingested carbohydrates are used as muscle fuel. C2 Max was developed based on the findings of these groundbreaking studies.

• What is the benefits of C2 MAX?
Products containing POWERBAR® C2 Max provide athletes with an optimal 2:1 ratio of glucose to fructose. This carbohydrate blend increases the rate at which the body can utilize ingested carbohydrate energy by 20%-55% versus isocaloric glucose alone. This translates to more carbohydrate fuel availability during exercise, which supports optimum performance.