Many of us wake and go straight for one or more cups of coffee or caffeinated beverages. Caffeine kick starts the adrenals by stimulating the release of cortisol from the adrenal glands, this helps us shrug off sleepiness and wake up to face the day. Adrenals are tasked with multiple functions, including regulating the stress…
By Dr. Roanne Rouse Houck. Owner/Founder Acli-Mate Formulations, LLC Optimal hydration is a key component to performance and recovery. An athlete’s best defense against dehydration is prevention. It is best to hydrate before, during and after exercise. Water alone may not be enough. As the body sweats, sodium is lost. When too much…
Husband, father, and champion ultra runner Duncan Callahan brings 6 years of high-level ultra performance and experience to the trails. Last year, (Spring 2011) Callahan launched his successful online coaching business ‘Strategic Endurance,’ to help others in their pursuit of ‘ultra-excellence’. Callahan’s passion is now squarely centered on helping others reach their long-term goals on…
Dr. Roanne Rouse Houck, N.D. Naturopathic Doctor and Athlete Nutrient dense foods, consumed at appropriate times before and after exercise can significantly improve performance and recovery. Think about sport nutrition in terms of maximizing the storage of glycogen and of key nutrients prior to physical exertion. By storing up ahead of time you have more…
Acli-Mate Athlete Profile of: Samuel Alexander Age: 22 Place you call Home: Waterford, Connecticut Sport(s) of choice: Track and Field, Cross Country, Road Racing, Trail Running Name and type of your favorite pet: Scout- 2 year old Chocolate Lab, Beardy- Bearded Dragon & Corny- Corn Snake Favorite Ski Area: Magic Mountain, South Londonderry, VT Favorite Bike Ride or Trail: Bluff…
Acli-Mate Athlete Profile of: Eric Blake Age: 34 Place you call Home: Connecticut Sport(s) of choice: Mountain Running! USA Mountain Running Team member: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2008, 2010, 2012 Name and type of your favorite pet: Frodo/Cat Favorite Ski Area: Mt. Snow Favorite Trail: Vernon Rail Trail Favorite Adult Beverage: Acli-Mate Best during Recovery. After my…
Acli-Mate Athlete Profile of: Kevin Langan Age: 46 Place you call Home: Lakewood, Colorado Sport(s) of choice: mountain biking, swimming Name and type of your favorite pet: budgerigar- bird Favorite Ski Area: Loveland Favorite Bike Ride or Trail: Falcon-Lair ‘o the Bear What is your favorite Acli-Mate flavor? Orange Mango Favorite place to go gorge on food…
For me, Acli-Mate is a home-run for improved hydration, energy, performance, and recovery from a sport drink. I was amazed at how my body stayed energized at the end of a day of hiking–no muscle soreness, no headaches, and no stiffness. When I backpacked the Grand Canyon, I used Acli-Mate religiously and it paid…
High Altitude Sickness or also called Acute Mountain Sickness High Altitude Sickness, also known as Acute Mountain Sickness, is brought on by the body’s exposure to extreme altitudes to which it is not acclimatized. The severity of symptoms can vary from mild to life threatening. Recognizing the symptoms of altitude sickness, getting to a…
Promoting the health of the mountain visitor and guest, naturally. Acli-Mate® Mountain Sport Drink is the perfect hydration supplement for mountain weddings! It delivers enhanced acclimatization, energy, and recovery. Acli-Mate® Mountain contains natural ingredients, never anything artificial. It comes in easy to use individual serving packets in three delicious flavors: Mountain Grape, Elevation Orange…
Racing at altitude can be a daunting challenge for many runners, and for good reason. The higher you go, the harder it is to perform at an optimal level. So, if you are looking to perform up to your potential at altitude this upcoming summer, take a look at these general guidelines. With proper…
Meet the Skimo Race – Bryan Wickenhauser Birthplace: Milwaukee, WI Current hometown and mountain range: Gunnison, CO Elk Mountains If you were not born in the mountains, what drew you to them or enabled you to move to there: Growing up I was an alpine ski racer chasing races all across the upper Midwest. Once…
Article from the Gunnison Country Times ‘Healthy Living’ issue. Winter 2012 Written by Laura Anderson Living at high altitude has its advantages — namely beautiful scenery, majestic mountains, clean air and inspiring recreation opportunities. But the thin air (with less oxygen) and decreased atmospheric pressure can also be tough on your system, particularly if you’re…
Acli-Mate® was recognized as an Editors Choice in the September – October 2012 issue of the Washington Trails Magazine which is a publication of Washington Trails Association. Here is a copy of what editor, Eli Boschetto had to say about Acli-Mate®: Breathe Easy Two summers ago, I set out to hike the entire 220-mile length…
First let me start by saying that I have never in my 66 years wrote a testimonial for a product. I had to send this to you the manufacturer as your product Acli-Mate truly made a difference in my life. I have been coming to Gunnison County Colorado for 14 years to visit with my…
I truly believe Acli-Mate Mountain helped get me through 5 days of backpacking in the High Sierras in California (10-12,000 ft) and allowed me to see some of the most spectacular lakes. Not once did I have a headache and was able to keep up the energy through the most grueling hikes. It will definitely…
Taste – “Smooth taste and flavorful, not overbearing” Sugar content – “Does not taste too sugary” Electrolytes – “Ran a 24-miler (over 3-hrs) recently with 24-ounces of Acli-Mate (one hand-held bottle), a few gels, and felt great; no problem with muscle/leg cramping and just sipping the beverage from the bottle (while running) every 10-20 minutes…
The industry trade publication for the Outdoor Retailer included Acli-Mate® on their cover for 2012 Winter Market Preview and called Acli-Mate® a hot product to watch! Check out the whole issue online!
Denali, because it is so close to the Arctic Circle feels like a much higher mountain. What is impressive about Denali is that you start your expedition at about 7,000 and push up, totally self-reliant and self-powered (i.e. no Sherpas, no helpers etc…). Denali is known for its very unpredictable weather and even during its…