{"id":183187,"date":"2021-04-22T08:34:36","date_gmt":"2021-04-22T08:34:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.welovecycling.com\/wide\/?p=183187"},"modified":"2021-04-22T08:35:10","modified_gmt":"2021-04-22T08:35:10","slug":"menthol-supplements-in-cycling-how-to-use-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.welovecycling.com\/wide\/2021\/04\/22\/menthol-supplements-in-cycling-how-to-use-them\/","title":{"rendered":"Menthol Supplements in Cycling \u2013 How to Use Them"},"content":{"rendered":"

There\u2019s a new way to keep cool during those sweaty indoor sessions and hot summer rides. Menthol supplements have been shown to reduce perceived effort and improve athletic performance. Let\u2019s take a look at which form of menthol is most effective and how to best include it into your training.<\/strong><\/p>\n


\nWhat is the best delivery method?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Menthol supplements are gaining in popularity, and there\u2019s a wide range of products you can buy. You can use menthol externally using sprays and skin gels, or internally with edible strips, drinks, or mouth rinses. Let\u2019s explore which method is more effective and right for you.<\/p>\n

\"Menthol<\/a>
Menthol supplements can be used both internally and externally. \u00a9 Profimedia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

External use<\/strong><\/h2>\n

There are several ways to use menthol externally. Studies trying to evaluate<\/a> the effectiveness looked mainly at menthol gel applied to the face, forearms, or biceps, and menthol sprayed onto a jersey. An extensive study from 2020 that analysed available scientific literature concluded that external use of menthol was effective. But its effectiveness depends on several factors. High air flow, temperature, and BMI of the athlete all tend to increase the beneficial effects.<\/p>\n

Internal use<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Internal use includes a variety of edible products, drinks, and mouth rinses. Mouth rinsing with a menthol solution turns out to be the most effective way of getting athletic performance benefits from menthol, based on a 2019 study<\/a> that reviewed current scientific literature.<\/p>\n

Are there any risks?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Studies show that menthol could potentially reduce how much you sweat. Prolonged menthol use may not be a good idea in very hot conditions and when you don\u2019t have enough water available. External use of menthol has an additional downside. A too strong menthol concentration, above 10%, could cause a burning sensation or skin irritation in some people.<\/p>\n

\"Listerine<\/a>
Try out a mouth rinse before your training session. \u00a9 Profimedia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

When to use menthol mouth rinse?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Let\u2019s focus on the most effective way to include menthol, which is the mouth rinse. It can be delivered either before a training session,<\/a> ideally after a warmup or in the middle of it. Take a sip of the menthol drink, do a 5-10 second mouth rinse and spit it out afterwards, of course. You can carry the drink in your second bidon or in a small bottle in your jersey.<\/p>\n

Keep in mind that the use of menthol supplements should be limited to situations where the core temperature can be elevated for short amounts of time or when they can be used along with another cooling strategy.<\/p>\n

Test it out using a mouth wash<\/strong><\/h2>\n

If you want to give menthol supplements a try but don\u2019t feel like spending too much money, you might find a good solution in your bathroom \u2013 mouth wash. The effective concentration of menthol rinses is usually between 0.01% – 0.1% of menthol, and Listerine, for example, contains 0.04%. Give it a try before your next indoor session or a sunny outdoor ride and see how you feel!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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