Gu Energy Gel Mixed Box 24 Pckts

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I like banana, but when promised an accompanying strawberry flavor, I demand it. Banana dominates your palate. So if you’re into that, I’d say go for it. This is for the person who goes for the banana instead of the cookie at the finish line. Which is fine, but not when I could have gotten strawberry too. I’ll use it, but I won’t be as happy about it as I could be.”— Drew Dawson, Editorial Assistant So the maths is simple: two to three gels per hour, starting at the 30-minute mark. However, focussing on this alone can result in you carrying a lot of gels – if you run a four-hour marathon, for example, you’ll need 10 or so. If you fuel properly, you can just take one gel before the race and one after. Some complaints claim that the gels don’t work. You can’t rely solely on the gels for all your energy so having a good meal the night before a race is crucial. In terms of frequency, you don’t need to scarf all your carbs at once at the top of every hour. Instead, it’s better to start fueling early, says Baumann, who recommends ingesting smaller doses every 30 minutes, starting at the first half hour mark of your run. “You want to take in the gel or chew before you feel fatigued,” she says.

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Many runners struggle with energy gels, so it’s important to train with them. We spoke to David Dunne, a performance nutritionist and the co-founder of tailored sports nutrition app Hexis, about sports supplements. He talked us through the best approach to training your gut to handle energy gels. These energy gels are available in various flavors, but many people prefer the vanilla and espresso ones.

Isotonic energy gels - Also referred to as electrolyte gels, isotonic gels contain the correct water/electrolyte balance. These gels are thinner due to added water and often include essential electrolytes like potassium, sodium, and magnesium, which aid in hydration and may prevent symptoms such as cramping. While it’s possible to consume these without additional water, it's not generally advisable. As preferences and what the stomach can tolerate will differ from person to person, Wilkinson highly advises trialling your gel strategy during training so that you know what works best come race day. She also suggests eating a gel before you need it, to prevent hitting ‘ the wall’. Taking gels earlier in a race also has the benefit of your body being able to process the sugars and limiting the likelihood of gastrointestinal upset, as it’s less likely to be under significant stress. The gel formula contains an amino acid complex that inhibits the body from breaking down muscle protein tissue during your hardest race and training days. If you use the energy gels, practice with them the same way you would use them in a race. If you use a gel before your practice and then 45 minutes into it, time your race accordingly. If you avoid using gels because of past gastrointestinal problems, Gel 100 is well worth trying. I have not experienced significant stomach issues while using Maurten’s products, which have been my go-to for my past few marathons. Each 40g gel contains 25g of carbs, and Maurten claims the ratio of glucose to fructose used in them means you can absorb up to 100g of carbs an hour.

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You might wonder what are energy gels, how do you use them, and what’s the difference between gels and electrolyte replacements? The gels will give you a “wake up” and make you more alert the course. It also helps give your muscles a little push when you’re really feeling fatigued.Some of the ingredients present in these energy gels are water, calcium citrate, brown rice syrup, and salt.

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High5’s gel range covers all the bases: isotonic gels, straight-up energy gels and caffeinated gels, each containing 23g of carbs. The gels are even batch-tested to ensure you won’t accidentally fall foul of doping regulations, if that’s a concern for you. This gel is also a healthier option out there since its main ingredient is honey and doesn’t have a lot of added “fluff” or artificial flavors or colorings. The honey used in the formula is organically sourced. If there’s one thing I have always envied hikers and mountaineers for, it was that they got to chow down on delicious Kendal Mint Cakes on the go. Sure, you could try scoffing the sugary treat during a run, but it wasn’t ideal. Fortunately that sweet minty stuff has now been released in gel form. As you can imagine, it’s all about the mint, and you can choose between mint, raspberry mint, citrus mint and chocolate mint flavors. The 70g gel contains 27g of carbs and sweetens the deal with electrolytes to help keep you hydrated, and there is a caffeinated version available. I highly recommend this brand if you need a reliable source of energy. CLIF’s mission is to make all its products with organic and all-natural ingredients and you’ll be surprised that’s all they use to make their products. If you highly value an organic energy gel, CLIF might be a good option for you. You can use the gel without worrying if the ingredients are actually good for your body. These energy gels are light on the stomach and have a thin consistency so that they are easy to consume.Also important: When browsing different products, pay attention to whether they contain caffeine, says Baumann. If you’re sensitive to the stimulant, then opt for products without it to help avoid GI issues. If you prefer the jolt, try it in training and see how it makes you feel and if that’s the gel or gummy you want to opt to use on race day. The caffeine content is very low so if you’re concerned about “crashing” or getting the runs, this might be your solution. This gel is great if you’re a triathlete who gets “hazy” during the race and needs to wake up your mind in the finishing miles.