Energy and protein bars

During effort

The energy bar provides carbohydrates in a solid, filling, and easy-to-carry form. It is suitable for long, moderate-intensity efforts, such as a bike ride, a hike, or a trail run, where you can chew without discomfort. The PowerBar Energize Advanced, designed for endurance, combines several sources of carbohydrates for better absorption.

The other boosters

Energy supplements also come in:

• Gels.
• Drinks.
• Caffeine.
• Creatine.

All supplements are collected on the energy and booster page.

Protein bars

The protein bar, like the PowerBar Natural Protein, vegan, contains more protein and less sugar. It is best consumed after exertion, for muscle recovery, or as a snack. The PowerBar Ride, with peanut and caramel, offers a tasty compromise. The Punchybar from Punch Power, a French brand, focuses on simple ingredients like almonds.

Using them well

During an effort of over an hour and a half, consume half a bar to one bar per hour, alternating with gels and a drink, and drink enough to aid digestion. Test your bars in training before a competition. In cold weather, keep your bar in a pocket close to your body so that it doesn’t harden.

Good deals

Good deals can also be found in good deals, promotions, clearance, sales, and Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and items shipped in 24 hours are prepared and dispatched within 24 hours. The highlights of the year follow a stable order: Black Friday at the end of autumn, the end-of-year festivities, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, then the summer sales and back-to-school season.

Frequently asked questions

Carbohydrates or protein: which bar to choose according to your goal?

The energy bar, rich in carbohydrates, provides fuel for a long effort. The protein bar, like the PowerBar Natural Protein, is more for muscle recovery after the session.

When to eat an energy bar during a bike ride?

Start eating from the first hour, with small regular bites, rather than waiting for hunger. A bar is eaten during calm sections, with a few sips of water.

Can a bar replace a meal?

No, a bar is a handy supplement, great before or during exertion. It doesn’t provide the variety of nutrients found in a balanced meal and shouldn’t replace it daily.

Why does the PowerBar Energize Advanced combine several carbohydrates?

Multiple sources of carbohydrates, like glucose and fructose, take different absorption pathways in the intestine. Their combination allows for more energy to be absorbed per hour of effort, an advantage in endurance.

Which bar to eat before a competition?

One to two hours before the start, choose a bar that is easy to digest, high in carbohydrates and low in fiber. Avoid bars that are very high in fat, as they take longer to digest.