The Nutrition of Champions
Enervit is an Italian sports nutrition brand with over 70 years of expertise in performance nutrition. The company was founded in 1954 by pharmacist Paolo Sorbini and has grown to become a pioneer in the sports nutrition sector, with a strong focus on scientific development. All products are produced in-house in Italy, which gives Enervit maximum control over quality, formulation, and innovation.
Over the years, Enervit has evolved into a mainstay in international elite sports. The brand is the official nutrition partner of UAE Team Emirates, one of the most successful WorldTour teams, which has achieved multiple Tour de France victories, including with Tadej Pogačar. Lidl-Trek also relies on Enervit's advanced products and uses, among other things, the innovative Magic Cherry for quick and efficient recovery after races.
Additionally, Enervit is also active outside of cycling. The brand is the official nutrition partner of top tennis player Jannik Sinner, which further underscores Enervit's broad presence across various sports disciplines. With a continuous focus on science, innovation, and top performance, Enervit continues to support athletes worldwide before, during, and after every effort, from amateurs to absolute world-class athletes.
Understanding innovation
The technical core of Enervit lies in optimising carbohydrate intake and minimising gastrointestinal distress at high intensity. An important example is the glucose–fructose approach in the C2:1 formulas. By utilising two different transport mechanisms, the total carbohydrate intake per hour can be higher than with glucose alone. In practice, this translates into a strategy where riders on flat or moderate days consume around 60 g of carbohydrates per hour, while in tough stages and long efforts, the target zones shift towards 100–120 g per hour, depending on the individual and intensity.
On the recovery side, the focus is on the rapid activation of recovery processes. Magic Cherry uses a tart cherry extract that is rich in polyphenols and anthocyanins, aimed at reducing oxidative stress and supporting recovery after intense exertion. In a competitive context, this is used as the first recovery step after the finish.
What sets Enervit apart is the way products are tailored in collaboration with top athletes and team nutritionists: not only based on "what's inside", but also on taste, tolerability, practical dosing, and use in real competition situations.
ENERVIT RED
Enervit Red is the specialised sports nutrition line developed to optimally support athletes before, during, and after any effort. The products in this line are designed around the three crucial phases of performance: energy delivery, endurance, and recovery. They build on more than 70 years of experience in sports nutrition and the scientific knowledge of Enervit's own research and development teams.
A key feature of the Red line is the use of advanced glucose-fructose formulas, which allow athletes to absorb significantly more carbohydrates per hour, essential for peak performance in long rides, intensive training, and competitions. During flat or moderate rides, approximately 60 g of carbohydrates per hour is typically absorbed, but in mountain stages or heavier efforts, this can increase to 120 g per hour, partly thanks to this efficient carbohydrate mix.
In addition, the Red line includes innovative products such as Enervit Magic Cherry, a powerful tart cherry extract rich in polyphenols and anthocyanins. This extract helps reduce oxidative stress, accelerates muscle recovery, and is a staple within WorldTour teams such as UAE Team Emirates and Lidl-Trek, who use it immediately after races as the first step in the recovery process.
With the Red line, Enervit combines science, performance-oriented thinking, and practical applicability in the field, developed, tested, and refined in collaboration with top athletes and team nutritionists to maximise support for every effort.
ENERVIT C2:1
Enervit C2:1 has been developed to allow athletes to absorb more carbohydrates per hour than the body can normally handle, thus drastically improving energy supply during intensive or prolonged efforts. The core of this innovation is the 2:1 glucose-fructose formula, a mix that targets two different transport mechanisms in the body. Since glucose can only be absorbed at around 60 g per hour, fructose is added, which can process an additional approximately 30 g per hour via a different transport system. This allows the total absorption to increase to 90 g per hour or more, without overloading the gastrointestinal system.
This formulation has been developed after extensive testing with professional athletes, which showed that especially in tough mountain stages or long-duration efforts, there is a need for 100–120 g of carbohydrates per hour. Thanks to the 2:1 ratio, the body can process this amount more efficiently, and performance can be maintained for longer.
C2:1 thus forms the backbone of Enervit's strategy to maximise carbohydrate intake per time unit—an essential factor for anyone looking to maintain high performance over an extended period.
Magic Cherry
Magic Cherry is Enervit’s innovative recovery solution that utilises a high-quality tart cherry extract, rich in polyphenols and anthocyanins, to reduce oxidative stress and accelerate muscle recovery after intense exertion.
The product was developed in collaboration with the nutritionists of professional cycling teams and is now part of the standard post-race recovery protocol for teams including UAE Team Emirates and Lidl-Trek, where it is used immediately after the finish to activate the recovery process.
Enervit Isotonic Drink
Enervit Isotonic Drink is an instant isotonic sports drink that provides quick and efficient hydration during intense efforts.
The formula combines a mix of selected carbohydrates (sucrose, dextrose, fructose, and maltodextrin) with sodium, potassium, and magnesium to improve fluid absorption and support endurance. The natural flavours contain no sweeteners, colourings, or artificial aromas, and help athletes maintain their performance during prolonged training or competitions.
Carbo Gel
Enervit Carbo Gel C2:1PRO is a high-performance energy gel developed for long, intensive efforts. Thanks to the 2:1 glucose-fructose formula, the body can absorb more than 60 g of carbohydrates per hour and can approach 90 g per hour, while the risk of stomach issues remains minimal.
Each 60 ml gel provides 40 g of carbohydrates, making it ideal for keeping energy levels stable during heavy training or competitions. The gel is fat-free, gluten-free, and available in variants with extra sodium or caffeine, allowing athletes to fine-tune their energy and electrolyte strategy according to the effort.
DURING - DRINKS
ENERVIT Sport Isotonic Drink
ENERVIT C2:1 Isocarb Drink
AFTER
ENERVIT SPORT Power Crunchy Bar
ENERVIT SPORT Protein Bar
ENERVIT SPORT Magic Cherry
DURING - GELS - BARS
ENERVIT C2:1 Carbo Bar
ENERVIT C2:1 Carbo Chews
ENERVIT C2:1 Competition Bar
ENERVIT SPORT Liquid / Gel
ENERVIT C2:1 Carbo Gel
BEFORE
ENERVIT Sport Power Crunchy Bar
ENERVIT Sport Protein Bar
Since 1954, Enervit has been investing in scientific research into sports nutrition. This decades of knowledge translates into products that not only work but are also scientifically validated. No fads, but proven formulas.
Professional cyclists rely on Enervit during the toughest races. What works for Grand Tour winners also works for ambitious amateurs.
Enervit offers a fully coordinated system of pre-sport, during-sport, and recovery products. These products are designed to work together for optimal performance and recovery.
Enervit's energy products use scientifically optimised ratios of glucose and fructose for maximum carbohydrate absorption. More energy absorption per hour than single sugar formulas.
From gels to bars, from sports drinks to recovery shakes: Enervit has a suitable product for every need and every moment. A wide range means appropriate solutions for diverse customers.