How many gels should you take for a half marathon?
Learn how many gels you need for a half marathon, when to take them, and how many carbs per hour suit your race.
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How Many Hydro Tabs in a Bottle?
Master Hydro Tabs dosing: typically start with 1 tab in your bottle and adjust for heat, sweat, and training. Read the guide here.
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Electrolytes on Race Day – Hour-by-Hour Plan
Get a practical electrolyte plan for marathon and race day: timing before, during and after the race. Use the guide for competition.
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Energy Snacks on the Go – for Competitions and Tournaments
Get snack tips for tournaments and energy between matches. See what to pack for event day and find your on-the-go plan.
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Energy Snack for Race Preparation
Pre-race snack? Nail your timing, pre-start carbs, and Energy Snack choice for race day. Read the guide and test your plan.
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Hydro Tabs – How to Use Them Correctly
Learn how to use Hydro Tabs correctly before, during and after training. Get tips on dosage, water and electrolytes for sport so your plan is set.
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How Many Hydro Tabs in a Bottle?
Hydro Tabs dosage: Get the quick answer on tabs per water bottle, water volume and max daily dose before, during or after training.
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When Should You Take Caffeine Gel During a Race?
Caffeine gel timing for running: learn when to take it before the start, during the race, and in a marathon. Get a simple race-day plan.
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Can You Take Gel Without Drinking Water?
Gel without water can work for some, but water is often smart with concentrated energy gel. Get tips on timing, stomach, and hydration.
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Optimal Recovery After Cycling: The Ride Doesn’t End When You Put the Bike Away
For the cyclist, recovery begins on the bike and continues after the computer has stopped. Fueling during the ride affects how large an energy and fluid deficit needs to be...
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BLG Whey Shot: A No-Brainer – or a Waste of Money?
Elite BLG Whey Shot is first and foremost a practical way to get 20 grams of protein when a large shake or a meal does not fit in. One bottle...
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Optimal Recovery After Running: Do You Really Need to Take Something After Every Run?
Optimal recovery after running depends on the length and intensity of the session as well as the time until your next workout. After a short, easy run, water and a...
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Hypertonic Gel - Electrolyte and energy supply during long and hot exertion
The physiology behind electrolyte and energy intake during long and hot efforts Introduction Let us start with something that may sound a little controversial: If you are running a 5K,...
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Energy Snack for Competition Preparation
Snack before a competition? Get timing, pre-start carbs, and choice of bar, gel, or drink right for your race day plan.
