High-intensity workouts – sprints, interval series, short distances, heavy strength sequences – are limited not only by an athlete's endurance or strength, but very often by one fundamental phenomenon: muscle and blood acidity, caused by lactate accumulation and a drop in pH.
SPONSER LACTAT BUFFER is a professional buffering formula with sodium bicarbonate and sodium citrate, specially designed for athletes who work in high-intensity, anaerobic regimes and intervals. The product improves lactate tolerance, increases the blood's buffering capacity, and allows for maintaining high power for longer periods.
Product link: SPONSER Lactat Buffer – 600 g
What is acid load during exercise?
During maximum or near-maximum efforts lasting between 1 and 10 minutes, the body primarily relies on anaerobic glycolysis. This leads to:
- high lactate production;
- accumulation of hydrogen ions (H+), which cause "acidity";
- decrease in pH;
- strong sensation of "burning," "congestion," and loss of power.
It is this sensation that limits performance during intense loads. LACTAT BUFFER targets precisely this mechanism by increasing the blood's alkaline reserve and slowing down the drop in pH.
How does SPONSER LACTAT BUFFER work?
The product contains scientifically supported alkaline minerals – sodium bicarbonate and sodium citrate, which:
- increase the blood's buffering capacity;
- neutralize excess acids (H+);
- improve tolerance to high lactate accumulation;
- extend time to muscle failure;
- allow for maintaining higher power during short intense loads;
- accelerate recovery after training or competition.
It is important to note that LACTAT BUFFER is not a stimulant and does not provide energy. It eliminates one of the biggest limiting brakes – excessive acidity.
For which sports is SPONSER LACTAT BUFFER suitable?
1. Anaerobic and lactate sports (1–10 minutes effort)
- Swimming – sprint and middle distances (50–400 m);
- Athletics – 200–1500 m;
- Rowing, academic rowing;
- Cross-country ski sprints and mountain running;
- Running up steep inclines and power running.
2. Team sports with repetitive intervals
- Football;
- Basketball;
- Hockey;
- Handball;
- Rugby.
These sports involve constant transitions between moderate activity and short high-intensity bursts, where lactate accumulates rapidly.
3. Martial arts
- Boxing;
- MMA;
- Kyokushin;
- Judo;
- Karate.
Rounds create a strong anaerobic load – at the end of each bout, buffering systems are overloaded. LACTAT BUFFER helps with faster recovery between bouts.
4. Strength sports and fitness
During heavy training, large sets, or short rest periods between sets, lactate accumulates locally in the working muscle groups. This slows recovery and reduces the volume that can be achieved.
- CrossFit;
- high-volume strength training;
- bodybuilding – high repetitions/short rest;
- strength endurance.
5. Ultramarathons and multi-day competitions
During ultra-long distances, metabolic acids accumulate over hours of work. LACTAT BUFFER can help with:
- steep climbs;
- intense sections at the end of a race;
- fast recovery between individual stages.
What results can an athlete expect?
- better performance during efforts between 1–10 minutes;
- more repeatability of sprints and intervals;
- less "burning" sensation;
- increased endurance during lactate loads;
- faster acid clearance after training;
- shorter breaks and more volume in strength training.
Important: individual blood lactate levels may not increase. The benefit comes from increased tolerance, not necessarily from changes in levels.
How to take SPONSER LACTAT BUFFER?
1. Acute loading (1–2 hours before competition)
The dose according to weight is taken, dissolved in water, in small portions within 1–2 hours. This provides a rapid increase in the blood's buffering capacity.
2. Loading over 5–6 days (lower risk of stomach problems)
Scientific data shows that loading over several days before the competition has the same effect as acute loading. It is taken once daily, according to weight. If the drink exceeds 500 ml, divide it into 2–3 intakes.
Recommended doses by weight
| Weight | Daily dose | Amount of water |
|---|---|---|
| 45–55 kg | 25 g (3 ML) | 700 ml |
| 55–65 kg | 30 g (4 ML) | 850 ml |
| 65–75 kg | 34 g (4.5 ML) | 1000 ml |
| 75–85 kg | 39 g (5 ML) | 1100 ml |
| 85–95 kg | 44 g (5.5 ML) | 1250 ml |
*ML = measuring spoon
Important warnings
- High sodium intake is not suitable for people with high blood pressure, kidney problems, asthma, or salt sensitivity.
- Do not combine with milk (risk of milk-alkali syndrome).
- Changes in urine pH are possible – important for doping tests.
- The product does not contain prohibited substances.
How to combine LACTAT BUFFER with other supplements
- Before exercise: LACTAT BUFFER + caffeine (optional) + light carbohydrates.
- During: electrolytes + carbohydrates as needed.
- After: whey protein + electrolytes + hydration.
Conclusion
SPONSER LACTAT BUFFER is a professional tool for athletes for whom lactate tolerance is a key factor in performance. It enables higher power, longer maintenance of intensity, and faster recovery.
Ideal for competitive swimmers, track and field athletes, rowers, combat sports athletes, strength trainers, and team sports players.
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SPONSER Lactat Buffer
