Still there are some questions left, which we try to clear before doing the next step to Triathlon Race Nutrition. One was – is there a need for the BIEST BOOSTER being part of the official IRONMAN´s and womens regular sports supplement. Therefore we asked Triathletes via internet a simple question "Are you happy with your race nutrition?" And here is what about 565 people answered.
 
The survey is still online so you may even want to take part in it yourself, to keep it growing >> "Are you happy with your race nutrition?"

565 athletes* participated in the survey. Thanks to all of you who took the time to fill out our questionnaire. The results are casting an interesting light upon what’s happening to an individual on these long hours until crossing the finish line.
The results are surprisingly drastic. Just imagine, 75% of the athletes that took part in the survey experience gut issues during a race. 70% stated that they suffer from cramps. Half of them even complain of cramps and gut issues.

59% are unhappy and 41% seem happy with their race nutrition. The paramount question that arises from these results is why then did more than two-thirds say that they suffer from gut issues and cramps. Does race nutrition play a central role here? We think yes, beside the heavy workload, the high body temperature and the fatigue, food incompatibilities due to stabilizers, preservatives, artificial flavors, food allergies or simply too many carbohydrates compared to the performance intensity, the relation of the time needed, the power put in and the speed one is doing a race can cause these problems. And one should not to forget that the general condition of the gastro-intestinal system in everyday life and shortly before the race influence its condition during the race.

The answers to the question that was related to the carbohydrate intake during the race varied a lot. 22% of you ingest 35 grams per hour, 23% take 70 grams, 6% take less, and 8% ingest more than 70 grams an hour, while 41% eat carbs when needed. The next step would be now to find out whether there is a correlation between the amount of carbohydrates taken, the time racing and the problems occurring. This would need a controlled set-up and a meticulous documentation of the race nutrition (at what time, how much). This survey cannot give an answer to this question.

Another interesting question was asking our participants whether they lose focus or concentration respectively once during the race. The majority of 70% (391 people) are drifting away foremost after the first half of the bike course and several times on the run. The reasons given are fear of having eaten too little food, simple distraction due to fatigue, stomach and/or gut issues, boredom, no motivating competitors around, heat, or feeling the first signs of exhaustion.
 
All the mentioned problems cannot really be cured by taking more gels or electrolytes. We are convinced that Biestmilch can be a serious option able to ameliorate the problems that may occure during a race, and therefore worthwhile to be considered as part of the race nutrition.
 
*the questionnaire was first of all addressed to triathletes of all age groups.
 
Biestmilch_Race-Nutrition Result for download
Biestmilch Umfrage zur Wettkampfernährung – Ergebnisse als PDF zum Herunterladen

In December 2011 we launched our Biest Booster Experiment (BBex). Since then more than 1300 people took part and until May we got already 329 filled out protocols. We are really thrilled that now until so many of you have been ready  to share their experiences with us.
Those of you who enrolled for the BBex received a parcel with 5 BIEST BOOSTERS. The included protocol contains recommendations for use that refer to specific situations you may want to take a BOOSTER. 

The answers to the questions asked in this protocol tell a lot about the potency of the BOOSTER. We divided the BBex into 6 little experiments: The »Early Morning Booster Experiment«, the »On the Job Booster Experiment«, the »Evening Booster Experiment«, the »Long Training Run (ca 30k) or Bike Ride (ca 120-180k) Experiment« and at last a question for those who are allergic.

 In the following you can find the evaluation of the first 329 protocols.

»Early Morning Booster Experiment«

It recommends to take a BOOSTER instead of your early morning coffee; i.e. before your swim session, run or before driving to work.
Referring to our first question, how long it eventually took for the BOOSTER to kick in the majority felt the Booster's effect after 20(41%) to 30 minutes (35%), some of them even sooner (10%).

 194 participants (59%) felt the BOOSTER being more effective than coffee whereas at least 35% (115) gave it the same effectiveness. 60% (197) confirmed our assumption that the BOOSTER is longer lasting than coffee. A significant majority of 55% (182) affirmed that the Booster influenced their endurance capacity to the better.

The »On the Job Booster Experiment«

It recommends to take a Booster if you feel fatigued and loosing focus.
Most of the participants (86%) totally agreed in the point that their overall condition improved. 56 people (17%) felt the Booster's effects lasting for one hour whereas 143 (43%) respondents felt them for 2 hours and 74 (23%) for 3 hours.

The  »Evening Booster Experiment«

It recommends to take a Booster if you have still to complete a training session in the evening, be it swimming or running, and you lack the motivation and/or are already tired.
Here we first wanted to know how long it took for the Booster to unfold its effects. Again most of the people felt the Booster kicking in after 20 minutes (46%) to 30 minutes (27%), some even sooner (16% after 10 minutes).
Correspondingly 88% (288) felt fitter for their session and quite the same amount of people felt more motivated (85%). After that session 55% (103) of all participants didn't feel any change in their normal sleep pattern plus 31% (103) who slept well that evening.

The »Long Training Run (ca 30k) or Bike Ride (ca 120-180k) Experiment«

It suggests to take a Booster before you leave, and after 2/3 of the run/bike, when you start feeling fatigued and weak in your legs. You should drink to hydrate, but try not to eat anything else, especially no gels or bars. You should describe in your own words, how the Booster influenced your performance and body feel.

 Most of the participants described that they felt re-energized, less fatigued, stronger and more focused and concentrated. Motivation increased while usually dropping off somewhere along the way. Many felt less hungry and mentally stronger. Overall alertness has slightly improved. In line with these observations many reported an improved endurance capacity, fresher legs and a quicker recovery.

 »Allergic?«

You should try a Booster during a really acute episode of your allergy and then tell us whether you experienced any relief of symptoms. As most of the people who participated yet are not allergic, we have no explicit answer. But those who are allergic told us that they felt a relief of their symptoms.

After having seen these results don't you feel encouraged to participate now? You are most welcome! Here you go!

Please, click here to tell your very own story and experience ...

The answers to the questions asked in this protocol tell a lot about the potency of the Booster. We divided the BBeX into 6 little experiments: The »Early Morning Booster Experiment«, the »On the Job Booster Experiment«, the »Evening Booster Experiment«, the »Long Training Run (ca 30k) or Bike Ride (ca 120-180k) Experiment« and at last a question for those who are allergic.

 In the following you can find the evaluation of the first 234 protocols.

»Early Morning Booster Experiment«

It recommends to take a Booster instead of your early morning coffee; i.e. before your swim session, run or before driving to work.
Referring to our first question, how long it eventually took for the Booster to kick in the majority felt the Booster's effect after 20(44%) to 30 minutes (32%), some of them even sooner (10%).

 136 participants (58%) felt the Booster being more effective than coffee whereas at least 36% (83) gave it the same effectiveness. 61% (142) confirmed our assumption that the Booster is longer lasting than coffee. A significant majority of 58% (136) affirmed that the Booster influenced their endurance capacity to the better.

The »On the Job Booster Experiment«

It recommends to take a Booster if you feel fatigued and loosing focus.
Most of the participants (87%) totally agreed in the point that their overall condition improved. 40 people (17%) felt the Booster's effects lasting for one hour whereas 95 (41%) respondents felt them for 2 hours and 60 (26%) for 3 hours.

The  »Evening Booster Experiment«

It recommends to take a Booster if you have still to complete a training session in the evening, be it swimming or running, and you lack the motivation and/or are already tired.
Here we first wanted to know how long it took for the Booster to unfold its effects. Again most of the people felt the Booster kicking in after 20 minutes (45%) to 30 minutes (27%), some even sooner (17% after 10 minutes).
Correspondingly 88% (207) felt fitter for their session and quite the same amount of people felt more motivated (87%). After that session 56% (131) of all participants didn't feel any change in their normal sleep pattern.

The »Long Training Run (ca 30k) or Bike Ride (ca 120-180k) Experiment«

It suggests to take a Booster before you leave, and after 2/3 of the run/bike, when you start feeling fatigued and weak in your legs. You should drink to hydrate, but try not to eat anything else, especially no gels or bars. You should describe in your own words, how the Booster influenced your performance and body feel.

 Most of the participants described that they felt re-energized, less fatigued, stronger and more focused and concentrated. Motivation increased while usually dropping off somewhere along the way. Many felt less hungry and mentally stronger. Overall alertness has slightly improved. In line with these observations many reported an improved endurance capacity, fresher legs and a quicker recovery.

»Allergic?«

You should try a Booster during a really acute episode of your allergy and then tell us whether you experienced any relief of symptoms. As most of the people who participated yet are not allergic, we have no explicit answer. But those who are allergic told us that they felt a relief of their symptoms.

After having seen these results don't you feel encouraged to participate now? You are most welcome! Here you go!

The experiment parcel contains 5 BIEST BOOSTERS,  recommendations for use and a link to the online protocol where you can write down your experiences, a voucher, BIEST stickers and tattoos.

>>> Deutsch & Français

We are happy to personally hand you over your package in Rapperswil. We shall be awaiting you at the times of registration for this race.
Check out the Facebook group "Biest of Friends". There you can read about the experiences others have made already. It may encourage you to participate.

Please register if you want to participate. So we can prepare the needed amount of experiment parcels. Thank you for your help.

*It is a food with the power and sustainability of 4g Biestmilch and a small shot of the natural caffeine extract Guarana. The combination of both ingredients works perfectly to bridge times of weakness and fatigue. Biestmilch strengthens the immune system and dampens stress. Guarana levels increase smoothly and its efficacy is therefore longer compared to coffee. It improves your cognitive abilities.

Willkommen beim BBex Rapperswil

Der BIEST BOOSTER** ist eine großartige Kreation für alle Ausdauerathleten. Aufgrund der breiten Einsatzmöglichkeiten von Biestmilch ist er multifunktional einsetzbar. Da wir aber viel versprechen und behaupten können und bei Ihnen berechtigte Zweifel bleiben, solange Sie nicht selbst die Erfahrungen gemacht haben, möchten wir allen, die beim IRONMAN 70.3 Rapperswil an den Start gehen, die Möglichkeit geben, den BIEST BOOSTER zu testen.

Das Experiment-Päckchen enthält 5 BIEST BOOSTER, Empfehlungen für seinen Einsatz mit einem Link zu einem Online-Protokoll, auf dem Sie Ihre Erfahrungen festhalten können, einen Gutschein sowie BIEST Sticker und Tattoos.

Wir freuen uns Sie in Rapperswil begrüßen zu dürfen und Ihnen Ihr Experiment-Paket bei der Registrierung zum Rennen persönlich übergeben zu können.
Schauen Sie bei der Facebook group "Biest of Friends" vorbei. Dort können Sie die Erfahrungen anderer nachlesen. Das ermutigt Sie vielleicht an unserem Experiment teilzunehmen.

Bitte registrieren Sie sich hier, wenn Sie teilnehmen möchten. Dann können wir die entsprechende Menge an Päckchen vorbereiten. Herzlichen Dank für Ihre Hilfe.

**Der BIEST BOOSTER ist ein Lebensmittel mit der Kraft und Nachhaltigkeit von 4 Gramm Biestmilch und dem kleinen Kick des natürlichen Koffeinextraktes Guarana. Diese Kombination weckt die Lebensgeister auf ideale Weise. Das Guarana flutet langsam an und steigert die Wachsamkeit. Biestmilch wirkt ebenfalls belebend und stärkt zudem das Immunsystem.

Bienvenue au BBex Rapperswil

Le BIEST BOOSTER*** est une excellente ressource  pour tous les athlètes d'endurance, il est multifonctionnel en raison de la puissance de Biestmilch. Comme la livraison est incertain, nous voulons donner à tous ceux qui courent à 70,3 Rapperswil, la possibilité de recevoir le BIEST BOOSTER pour tester.

Le colis d’ expérience contient 5 Biest BOOSTERS, des conseils pour l'utilisation et l’adresse internet , afin d’ écrire un online-protocole de vos expériences , ainsi qu’un bon d’achat, Biest autocollants et des tatouages.

Nous sommes heureux de vous attendre à Rapperswil pour vous remettre votre colis au enregistrement. Consultez le groupe Facebook "Biest of Friends". Là, vous pouvez lire les expériences d'autres personnes qui ont déjà testés. Il peut vous encourager à participer.

S'il vous plaît inscrivez-vous si vous souhaitez participer, afin que nous pouissions préparer la quantité nécessaire de paquets d'expérience. Merci pour votre aide.

***Le BIEST BOOSTER est un aliment avec la force et la durabilité de 4 grammes de colostrum et un petit coup de l'extrait de guarana, caféine naturelle. Cette combinaison se réveille l'esprit parfaitement. Le Guarana agit doucement et augmente la vigilance. Biestmilch (colostrum) est stimulé et renforce également le système immunitaire.

The experiment parcel contains 5 BIEST BOOSTERS,  recommendations for use and a link to the online protocol where you can write down your experiences, a voucher, BIEST stickers and tattoos.

>>> Deutsch & Español

We are happy to await you on Mallorca for handing you over your package on the afternoon of the Welcome party.
Check out the Facebook group "Biest of Friends". There you can read about the experiences others have made already. It may encourage you to participate.

Please register if you want to participate. So we can prepare the needed amount of experiment parcels. Thank you for your help.

  *It is a food with the power and sustainability of 4g Biestmilch and a small shot of the natural caffeine extract Guarana. The combination of both ingredients works perfectly to bridge times of weakness and fatigue. Biestmilch strengthens the immune system and dampens stress. Guarana levels increase smoothly and its efficacy is therefore longer compared to coffee. It improves your cognitive abilities.

Willkommen beim BBex Mallorca

Der BIEST BOOSTER** ist eine großartige Kreation für alle Ausdauerathleten. Aufgrund der breiten Einsatzmöglichkeiten von Biestmilch ist er multifunktional einsetzbar. Da wir aber viel versprechen und behaupten können und bei Ihnen berechtigte Zweifel bleiben, solange Sie nicht selbst die Erfahrungen gemacht haben, möchten wir allen, die beim IRONMAN 70.3 Mallorca an den Start gehen, die Möglichkeit geben, den BIEST BOOSTER zu testen.

Das Experiment-Päckchen enthält 5 BIEST BOOSTER, Empfehlungen für seinen Einsatz mit einem Link zu einem Online-Protokoll, auf dem Sie Ihre Erfahrungen festhalten können, einen Gutschein sowie BIEST Sticker und Tattoos.

Wir freuen uns Sie auf Mallorca begrüßen zu dürfen und Ihnen Ihr Experiment-Paket am Nachmittag der Willkommen-Party persönlich übergeben zu können.
Schauen Sie bei der Facebook group "Biest of Friends" vorbei. Dort können Sie die Erfahrungen anderer nachlesen. Das ermutigt Sie vielleicht an unserem Experiment teilzunehmen.

Bitte registrieren Sie sich hier, wenn Sie teilnehmen möchten. Dann können wir die entsprechende Menge an Päckchen vorbereiten. Herzlichen Dank für Ihre Hilfe.

**Der BIEST BOOSTER ist ein Lebensmittel mit der Kraft und Nachhaltigkeit von 4 Gramm Biestmilch und dem kleinen Kick des natürlichen Koffeinextraktes Guarana. Diese Kombination weckt die Lebensgeister auf ideale Weise. Das Guarana flutet langsam an und steigert die Wachsamkeit. Biestmilch wirkt ebenfalls belebend und stärkt zudem das Immunsystem.

Bienvenida en Mallorca

El BIEST BOOSTER*** es una gran creación para todos los atletas de resistencia y debido a las amplias aplicaciones de calostro es multifuncional. Como se puede prometer mucho y el resultado entrega sigue siendo incierta y una cuestión de confianza, queremos dar a todos ustedes la posibilidad de probar el BIEST BOOSTER.

El paquete BBex consta de 5 BIEST BOOSTER, recomendaciones de uso y un enlace para el protocolo donde usted puede escribir sus experiencias, un vale de descuento, pegatinas del Biest y tatuajes.

Nos complace darle la bienvenida en Mallorca para que podamos encargarle su BBeX personalmente en la tarde de la fiesta de la pasta.
Echa un vistazo al grupo de Facebook "Biest of Friends". Allí se puede leer sobre las experiencias que otros han hecho ya. Es posible que os anime a participar.

Usted puede registrarse si desea participar para que podemos preparar la cantidad necesaria de los paquetitos BBex. Muchas gracias por su ayuda.

***Es un alimento con la fuerza y la sostenibilidad de 4g Biestmilch (calostro) y la patadita de extracto de guaraná, cafeína natural. La combinación de ambos ingredientes funciona a la perfección para superar los momentos de flojera y fatiga. Biestmilch fortalece el sistema inmunológico y amortigua el estrés. Los niveles de guaraná aumentan lentamente, sus habilidades cognitivas se mejoran y por lo tanto la eficacia del BIEST BOOSTER está más en comparación con el café.