"I have used my VAAM packets during training and my conclusion is: This is great stuff! I have used it during some both very intense workouts and then during some very long ones. Here is my feedback:
I had great effect before endurance training workouts if I mixed a packet of VAAM in a half litre of low a concentrated carbohydrate mix and drank it one hour before the workout. It seemed to dial in my metabolism just right. On long rides I would consume two packets of VAAM in my first two drink bottles and that would also set me up for the ride. If you start out with two VAAM the first hour or so you could probably have a great ride, if I would ride more then five hours I would consume one more VAAM every two hours. I did have an awesome 210 km ride on two VAAM packets. I guess if it was an Ironman race I would probably want one VAAM packet every hour.
In general I've felt energetic, I've had great endurance and in general dialed in. This couldn't have come more at a more convenient time since I had a few weeks that I struggled with training and just found out through some tests that I had been fighting pneumonia during the time I actually had my first workout feeling good during my first day on VAAM.
My first impression is megapositive, this is no hype!" Joans Colting, top Swedish Hawaii Ironman triathlete
"Just wanted to let you know I had the best race of my life this year in Kona (Hawaii Ironman Triathlon 2002). Was a personal best by over 90 minutes on a tougher than average day. Of course every year seems to be the "worst winds ever." The fact is it is always awful, but I felt strong all day. Used 3 packets of VAAM on race day. Once in the morning. In the special needs bike bag and one in special needs run. I would like to reserve more for the next shipment!" Paul Timmons, USA