Never before has the difference between winning and… chasing been measured in the details. Training, recovery, technology and nutrition are in fact determining factors for successIt is precisely in this context that the solid collaboration between 226ERS and the Movistar Team, one of the most iconic and long-standing teams in world professional cycling, fits in.
On one side there is the Movistar Team, a Spanish team that in 2026 will be entering its 47th consecutive season in major international cycling. On the other hand, there is 226ERS, a brand born from a passion for endurance sports and which has become a benchmark in the sector over the years. of sports integration high quality. A partnership that represents the meeting of experience, innovation and the pursuit of maximum performance..
Half a century among the pros
Very few teams can boast a history comparable to that of the Movistar Team. Its origins date back to 1980, when the project was born under the patronage of the Navarre-based company ReynoldsOver the years, the team has undergone several evolutions, passing through historic sponsors such as Banesto, the Government of the Balearic Islands and Caisse d'Épargne, until arriving at its current name, Movistar, in 2011.
Today the team competes in the top category of world cycling, the WorldTeam, taking part in all the races on the UCI WorldTour calendar and in the most important international events.
In over four decades of activity, the Spanish team has built a tradition of champions, victories in the Grand Tours and a constant presence at the top of world cycling. A reality that continues to be a symbol of Spanish and international cycling.
226ERS: natural ingredients and top quality
226ERS's presence alongside a team of the caliber of Movistar Team is no coincidence. The Spanish brand has built its reputation by following a very specific philosophy: develop effective products using natural ingredients and high/very high quality raw materials.
Attention to the athlete's health is one of the brand's pillars. For this reason many products are formulated without gluten., numerous products are suitable for vegans and the use of palm oil is avoided for both nutritional and environmental reasons. Sugar management is also a distinctive element of the 226ERS rangeThe goal is to provide energy effectively, while promoting better digestive tolerability during prolonged exercise.
Behind the success of 226ERS is the story of its founder, Jesús Sánchez, an athlete and endurance sports enthusiast.
From a very young age, Sánchez developed a strong interest in sports nutrition. At just thirteen years old he bought his first book dedicated to the power supply applied to performanceFrom that moment on, he began a journey that led him to practice numerous disciplines, including swimming, mountain biking, skiing, windsurfing, and triathlon. It was triathlon that radically changed his vision of sportDuring years of competition and training, digestive problems emerged that compromised performance in longer and more demanding competitions. That experience turned into a personal challenge. Jesús began to study in depth the relationship between nutrition, digestion and athletic performanceTogether with doctors, nutritionists, and trainers, he analyzed scientific studies and tested numerous solutions.
Research, innovation and growth
The turning point came in 2010. After years of research, Jesús began developing his own formulas based on innovative principles: reducing unnecessary ingredients, eliminating gluten where possible, and using clean nutritional sources.
In the same year, 226ERS was officially bornThe company began its operations in a small office measuring just twelve square meters, with just three products in its catalog. However, the results were not long in coming. Alongside the company's growth, Jesús achieved significant sporting successes, qualifying for the Ironman World Championship in Kona. and winning the European long-distance title. This firsthand experience in the world of endurance continues to be one of the brand's distinctive elements today.
Today 226ERS has over 80 products dedicated not only to professional athletes, but also to athletes who want to improve their health, well-being and performance.
The collaboration with the Movistar Team represents the natural evolution of this philosophyThe Spanish team's riders cover thousands of kilometers every year between training sessions, one-day classics, stage races, and Grand Tours. In such a competitive context, nutrition becomes a strategic component of preparation.
Through this partnership, 226ERS is providing the team with its expertise in advanced sports nutrition, helping to support energy, recovery, and performance throughout the season.
It's a relationship that goes beyond simple technical sponsorship. It's a shared vision of sport: improve every day through research, innovation and attention to detailA philosophy that continues to guide both 226ERS and the Movistar Team towards new challenges at the highest levels of world cycling.
