Carbo Boost 1000g

Yes, for experienced athletes. Carbo Boost is a source of pure complex carbohydrates (maltodextrin, dextrose or instant oats) with no added protein or fat. Paired with a separate whey protein, it lets you dose carbs and protein independently — something impossible with a fixed-ratio all-in-one gainer. Example: post-workout 60g of Carbo Boost (50g of carbs) + 30g of whey (25g of protein) = a complete, personalised recovery shake. The cost per gram of carbohydrate is significantly lower than all-in-one gainers, making it a premium economical option.

Yes. Pre-competition carb loading involves increasing carbohydrate intake to 8-12g/kg/day for 2-3 days before the event to saturate muscle and liver glycogen stores. Carbo Boost makes this high intake easier without forcing uncomfortable volumes of solid food. Carbo Boost's maltodextrin has a high GI — ideal for carb loading and post-effort recovery. For racing effort, combine it with energy gels or Vitargo for efforts longer than 90 minutes. Carbo Boost also lets you prepare homemade refuelling drinks at a lower cost than commercial isotonic solutions.

Dosing depends on the goal. Post-workout (recovery): 0.5-1g of carbs/kg within 30-60 min post-effort. An 80kg athlete = 40-80g of Carbo Boost (35-70g of carbs) paired with 25-35g of whey. Pre-workout (1-1.5h before): 30-50g of Carbo Boost to prevent glycogen depletion during long sessions. Pre-competition carb loading (48-72h before): 2-3 servings of 60g spread throughout the day in addition to carb-containing meals. Intra-workout (effort >90 min): 30-60g/h diluted in 500ml of water.

The risk depends on Carbo Boost's timing and composition. If the formula is based on pure maltodextrin (high GI ~110), taking it 30 minutes before a fasted session can cause an insulin spike followed by mild reactive hypoglycemia in sensitive individuals. Solution: take Carbo Boost 60-90 minutes before the session (not 15-30 minutes), with a light meal including protein and fibre that slow the glycemic response. For intra-workout intake (during the session), this risk disappears since the muscles consume the glucose immediately.

This depends on the formula's carbohydrate source. Maltodextrin derived from corn, rice or potato is naturally gluten-free. If Carbo Boost contains non-certified instant oats, there's a risk of cross-contamination with gluten. Always check the ingredient list and the 'gluten-free' label for this specific batch. People with coeliac disease must confirm gluten-free certification (<20 ppm) before use. Check the full product page on Force Addict Pro for detailed allergen information.

Yes, this is actually the most scientifically recommended post-workout combination. Carbo Boost + whey + creatine in a single shaker: the carbohydrates trigger an insulin response that simultaneously activates CreaT1 transporters (creatine transport into muscles) and facilitates the entry of whey amino acids into muscle fibres. Green et al. (Am J Physiol, 1996) showed that carbohydrates increase creatine retention by 60%. This triple combination covers glycogen replenishment, protein synthesis and creatine saturation in a single convenient serving.