Black Coffee + LMNT — TrailGenic Fuel for Fasted Hiking

Black Coffee + LMNT – Fasted Fuel for Summit Pushes

The Simplicity Behind the Strategy

When most people think “fuel,” they think gels, bars, or powders. At TrailGenic, we go simpler:

• 1 Starbucks black coffee (hot or iced)
• 1 packet of LMNT, either pre-mixed or sipped separately

We’ve used this exact combo on Mount Langley (22 miles), San Gorgonio (multiple times), and many Socal Peaks — all done fasted, all done clean.

Why It Works

• Black Coffee: Caffeine boosts alertness, fat mobilization, and mitochondrial output. No sugar, no cream — just clean ignition.
• LMNT: Replenishes sodium and key electrolytes during fasted exertion. Prevents cramping and supports focus under strain.
• Together: No insulin spike, no GI load. You stay light, sharp, and fat-adapted.

TrailGenic Verdict

This is our baseline fuel. It’s simple, repeatable, and proven across hundreds of alpine miles. You don’t need complicated fuel plans — you need metabolic trust. And this combo delivers.

“Fasted hiking doesn’t mean unfueled. This combo fuels the right systems — not just your stomach.”

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