product FAQs:

How to use:
We recommend using 2 scoops (about 60g) dissolved into a 21-24oz water bottle and consuming that mixture every 45-60 min during exercise. This will provide about 240 calories of constant energy to maintain blood glucose, avoid insulin spikes, and provide continual energy during prolonged workouts.

Can I mix ½ a bottle?
Can I make a more concentrated Bottle?
 Yes, but you still need to get to somewhere around a 6-8% carbohydrate solution. So, if you only want ½ a bottle, use 1 scoop and ½ the water. If you want a 2x bottle, add 4 scoops, but you’ll still need to drink plain water to end up drinking 4 scoops and 2 bottles.

 The science is that too dilute and water will be absorbed quickly, leaving the carbs in your stomach – you need to get them out of your stomach to your muscles. Too concentrated of a mixture will cause water to enter your stomach to dilute the carbs, resulting in a bloating feeling.

 
Can a freeze or keep the mix in the fridge? 
Yes, we routinely make up several bottles for a long ride and keep them in the fridge overnight. An unused bottle can keep in the fridge for several days. The mix can be kept for about 1 month in the freezer.

 Do I need to take any “salt tablets” or other electrolytes?
 No, Prolong has an ideal electrolyte profile including easily absorbed salts to prevent muscle cramps, prevent hyponutrimia, and continually power proton-pumps used to generate ATP.

Can I mix Prolong with other Energy supplements?
Sure, but be careful. You still want to consume about 250 calories every hour and drink about 24 oz of water. We will occasionally bring along some solid fuel and eat it with plain water. Just make sure you are still drinking water.