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If you have landed here, you likely know the science: Sodium Bicarbonate is one of the most researched and effective legal performance enhancers in the world. It acts as a powerful buffering agent, neutralising the acidity (often felt as the "burn") in your muscles during high-intensity efforts.
But here is the catch—bicarb only works effectively if you get the dosage and timing right.
At BiCarb Plus, we have removed the guesswork. Whether you are a cyclist facing a steep climb, a runner eyeing a PB, or a rower hitting the erg, here is your step-by-step guide on how to take BiCarb Plus for optimal results.
1. The Golden Rule: Timing
Bicarbonate loading is all about timing. If you take it too early, the buffering capacity may fade. Take it too late, and it might sit heavy in your stomach.
For the best results, we recommend consuming your full serving of BiCarb Plus 90 to 120 minutes (1.5 - 2 hours) before your event or training session starts.
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Why wait? This window allows the bicarbonate to be fully absorbed into your bloodstream, peaking its buffering capacity right when the starting gun goes off.
2. Precision Dosing: Mastering the Two-Sided Scoop
One size does not fit all in sports nutrition. Scientific literature suggests that the optimal dose for sodium bicarbonate is generally around 0.3g per kg of body weight.
To make this easy, every pouch of BiCarb Plus comes with our signature Two-Sided Scoop. This allows you to tailor your serving size specifically to your body weight without needing a digital scale at the track or trail.
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The Small Side: Designed for fine-tuning. Use this for incremental adjustments or lighter athletes (2g).
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The Large Side: Your primary loading tool. Use this for the bulk of your dosage (14g).
How to Calculate Your Dose: Check the dosage instructions on the back of your BiCarb Plus pouch. simply combine the large and small scoops to hit your target weight bracket. This precision ensures you get enough bicarb to see performance gains, without overdoing it.
3. How to Prepare & Consume BiCarb Plus
BiCarb Plus uses a unique hydrogel system designed to encapsulate the bicarbonate. This allows it to bypass the stomach acid and dissolve in the intestine, eliminating the gastric distress often associated with traditional bicarb loading.
Follow these steps to create your hydrogel:
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Prepare the Base (Element A): In a small bowl, combine one scoop of Element A with 60mL (1/4 cup) of water.
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Form the Gel: Stir gently until a thick gel begins to form. This provides the protective "carrier" for the bicarbonate.
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Add Your Dosage (Element B): Add your calculated serving of Element B (using the dosage chart above) into the bowl with the gel.
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Combine: Stir the mixture thoroughly until Element B is evenly distributed throughout the gel.
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Consume (Do Not Chew): Eat the mixture immediately. It is crucial that you swallow it whole, similar to how you would eat yoghurt or jelly.
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Important: Do not chew the mixture. Chewing can break the protective structure of the hydrogel/bicarb matrix, which may lead to an upset stomach and reduce effectiveness.
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4. Pro Tips for Best Results
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Don't Try New Things on Race Day: As with any sports nutrition, we strongly recommend testing BiCarb Plus during a training session first. This helps you understand how your stomach reacts and allows you to dial in your timing.
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Pair with Carbs: BiCarb Plus stacks incredibly well with carbohydrate loading. You can mix it directly with your carb drink to fuel and buffer simultaneously.
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Stay Hydrated: Sodium Bicarbonate increases your sodium intake, which can help with fluid retention—a bonus for hot Australian conditions. Ensure you are drinking plain water alongside your supplement.
Summary
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When: 1.5 to 2 hours before exercise.
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How: Mix with water or carb drink.
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Dosage: Customise using the two-sided scoop based on your body weight.
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