Here’s How You Should Fuel All Your Races And Long Runs
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- čas přidán 26. 07. 2024
- Ever wondered how to prevent getting tired on a run? Have you taken on a gel out with you and struggled to open it? Or maybe you didn’t realise just how many options there are for boosting your energy mid-run!
Join Anna and Rick as they compare the different types of energy sources you can use on your runs. They look at gels and bars and everything in between, from the natural ingredient to the sugar filled chew to help you fuel your runs!
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00:00 Keeping Your Energy Levels Up
00:49 Why You Need Race Nutrition
01:32 What Types Of Nutrition Are There?
03:41 Where Do I Put Them?
05:35 Easy To Open, Easy To Eat
07:45 Carbs Per Serving - What Do I Need?
09:42 Energy Boosts On A Budget
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What is your favourite energy source when you are out on a run? Fancy winning a goodie bag of gels, chews and bars to test them out yourself? Let us know in the comments below 👇
GU strawberry banana and orange flavor are my favorite! And I love honey stinger waffles as a treat afterwards!!
Gotta love a bar or gel. Thanks for making my Wednesday bearable
Tailwind - Naked flavour. It is a powder mix that I use for ultra running. I found that with gels, after 6hrs, I could NOT consume anymore. With Tailwind I can easily make it through a 100milers
I've not tried many. Just bought some kendal mint cake with chocolate coating. Looking forward to using it on my next long run! 👍🏻🏃♂️
Hello everyone at the Running Channel, I have tried a variety of different nutrition options and have liked cliff bars and chews, gels from Sis and high five. A variety of different flavours is always key, otherwise a whole race with the same flavour can be not good for the stomach!
This summer I learned that I needed variety so, on long runs I bring gels, gummies, bars and of course water and electrolytes drink. Thanks for the video!
I’m running my first half marathon in October, so this video is exactly what I’ve been needing!
Great video as always guys. I’m almost at the point in my running journey where I need to think about fuelling so great timing. And to think I was in a wheelchair three years ago! Keep the videos coming!
The older I get the more help I need to keep my energy levels up. Thanks for the knowledge.
You are so welcome Mike! Hope you're finding some good tips here 😊
I don't run far enough yet to need nutrition but love that a video is out there about this. I also cycle so definitely doing all the research I can about this.
Great video thanks Anna and Rick! I’m quite new to the running gels/bars/chews and this video helped. Can’t wait to try and see what works for me
This is super helpful! I've just been using dextrose tablets but great to know there's so much more out there, would love the chance to try some of these out before my half marathon!
I have so much respect for people who can open a pack of flapjacks during a run and keep a straight face
Great video, just found the channel and absolutely love it. I am just training for my first half marathon and this video was really useful :)
I'm definitely looking forward to trying some of these! I really haven't seen many of these brand options in my running stores! Definitely will come in handy as I start training for my first ever marathon!! Thank you @therunningchannel!
Love this channel and all it’s content.
I’m starting to do longer runs and have been wondering what gels or bars I might need so this we really useful. Thanks guys xx
As someone about to start training for my first marathon and has never had a gel or chew in my life...I really appreciate this video!
I love this!! I struggle with what to take on my long runs and when to take it.
Am new to marathon training, just started using GU energy gels and so far so good, but it is great to know there are so many other options available. Thank you for doing these videos!
Thanks for the video guys! I’ve always concentrated on my hydration as the priority during a long run (1.5hr +) but definitely starting to see nutrition as equally important the older I get! SIS gels and High5 drink mix has always worked for me.
Hey guys! It's always interesting to hear your opinions on things like this. There are so many options out there and, when you're standing in the aisle staring at the multitudes of types, colours and flavours, it can be quite daunting so you just end up going with what you know (which may not be the best thing for you at the time). You don't often think about practical things like portability and ease of access (guilty of this myself) and end up trumping for the biggest bang in terms of kJ or carbohydrates. So, thank you for putting in the time to do this for us TRC!
Been using sis seems to be doin it’s job , love the channel and the training program you guys have on the site y’all are awesome !
Training for my first half marathon and for the first time hitting 2hr runs. I was just looking into gels and you posted this! Great coincidence! Now I have a good idea of what to try first
This video helps a lot for my next HM training, deciding based on various factor other than just based on brands and flavor 👍🏻
You guys are the best. I love watching your videos! I’m training for my first marathon so all the information about nutrition is extremely helpful! I’ve only tried stroop waffles but want to try other kinds of fuel.
Informative and well researched video as always. Thanks a lot guys!
Running Channel videos always coming at the perfect time it seems! Looking for nutrition for my long runs now as I'm training for my first half marathon race.
Thanks for all the info because I have zero clue where to start! I'm a brand new runner (really a jogger at my pace) and I love this channel for how to be a runner and to keep myself going.
An incredibly helpful video. I'm currently searching and testing gels and such as I increase my running distances and this video is very useful. Thanks again!
Lots of options it can be quite overwhelming. Thanks for the breakdown of some of these. Really helpful!
I’m doing my first half marathon in October. Hadn’t thought I would need to refuel during it, but definitely think I will consider it a bit more now
Hi Rosie, to be honest I really would use gels. Although you will have adrenalin to get you started I usually have one while waiting to begin and then at six and twelve miles. This way you should have plenty of energy all the way through but it may be worth bringing a couple extra, just in case. I do bring a bottle of Lucozade Sport with me but that's mainly because i hadn't used the gels much and it's a security blanket! Good luck and see you on the start line. Kevin
I'm with you on that! I'm running my first half in September. I just did my first 13-mile trial and found myself losing speed at miles 5 and 8.. Thinking of trying some gels to keep me going!
I just did my first half marathon 2 weeks ago! During my long runs in training, I found myself flagging after 60-90mins and carrying some gels and gummy bears around helped me push my training distances. On my actual race day, I took 2 gels and 2 packets of gummy bears with me in my hydration pack and finished them all!
Depending on the type of running you do, you may not need it. If in your training at HM speed, do you feel yourself lagging? There are lots of fat adapted runners that can tap that fuel for runs.
Did my first training run today. It is pouring with rain in Texas today, so I wasn’t worried about water. I probably could’ve brought one of those drink mixes, and opened my mouth towards the heavens, and been just fine.
Always super informative. Thank you and keep up the good work.
You guys gave me a lot of options to choose from I really appreciate it.
Thanks for that. Got back from Triathlon training today and definitely needed this as struggled with my energy levels and very heavy legs in the run!
What distance ?
I'm gonna be running my first half marathon in September. Your videos have been so helpfull in my running journey :)
Thanks Anna and Rick! I am training for my first marathon and have been thoroughly enjoying your nutrition, hydration and training videos. I just tried my first gels this past month; GU and Huma. Also, the MountainFuel FeelGoodBar looks delicious!
So much choice, so many options....slowly working my way through the very many gels available out there. Definitely favouring the gels over the bars and the chews. Thank you, as always, for all the very useful info
Love the video starting to try different gels ready for marathon training 😊
right now i'm a big fan of sports chews. laughed out loud at rick's chewing because i look exactly the same on my long runs!
Oh, heck yeah! I love learning about and trying new fuels. I've been experimenting lately and learning a lot about my body. I just discovered Spring energy and love them!!
Love these options! I've recently been trying Honey Stinger chews. I like that they don't get stuck in my teeth and agree that a chewing strategy is needed for chews.
Great video, perfect timing for me. Going to do my first ultra in September and trying to figure out what to eat is a minefield with everything you can get. We'll worth a watch and thanks again. Keep up the good work 👍🏻
Goodluck!
I love honey stinger strop waffles. I also use GU energy the caramel is good, but I have had my stomach revolt with GU. Also another go to on shorter runs are hard boiled eggs!
I’ve literally just purchased my first hydration vest and it has arrived today. I am super excited to give it a try and this will give me the means to go for and train for longer runs. I love having something to work towards. I just wanted to share my excitement and hope that people can relate 😆 This video was really informative and interesting, thank you Anna and Rick for spending the time to talk us through them all (I must admit I was quite excited to see Anna and Rick together, I’ve missed them! Everyone on TRC feels like an old friend to chat with ☺️). Have a good day everyone! 🌻
NICE!! My absolute favorite piece of kit is my vest, so I totally get it! 😆
@@Kelly_Ben yes! I’m so glad someone else feels the excitement 😂❤️
I am mostly concentrating on hydration right now but for the longer runs that are coming I am starting to check up on those gels and stuff! Very informative video!
Another useful video! I'm training for my 3rd 50k, and finally realized nutrition is key to keeping me out of the "pain cave". I thankfully have a strong stomach, but I get sick of things quickly, need a variety, and need to mix gels with chewy things, or I feel like I'm STARVING! Unfortunately, I've also got a tight budget, so buying many things to try is difficult. This was useful in sorting through many options!
I found this channel a couple of weeks ago and have been binging episodes during my treadmill runs!
Ah great to hear! Thanks for watching 😊
Thanks for the information! I'd fancy trying out a range of nutrition options, it's hard finding the right one!
Great knowledge it’s amazing what’s on the market. Running my first marathon this year and always been apprehensive on gels/nutrition choice and only taken choc bars or jellybabies so much to think about.
I use SiS all the time. You have now opened my mind to other gels now. Great vlog thank you ❤️✌️🏴
I’m working towards my first half marathon so appreciate the advice on fueling!
Thanks for a fab vid, never tried gels, chews or bars, but willing to try some after watching you guys.
This is helpful, thank you! I definitely need to up my nutrition game!
Thanks for that great comprehensive advice! You answered loads of my questions in one film! My fave are Clif Bloks - but do tend not to chew them well enough - as you pointed out - running and chewing isn’t great! Thanks again for all your super info! ☺️ 🙏
Just been catching up on your videos, this was very informative, thank you
Thank you for posting this video. It's quite useful to have a reference on the pros and cons of an array of running fuel. Typically, I would buy whatever is on sale or has the highest ratings but this reminds me of other valuable factors.
Thanks for such a great video - am running VLM in October, and struggle to fuel. This has helped me get sorted! :-)
Great video, particularly grateful for the heads up on how chews can be difficult.
At the moment, especially through the warmer months I concentrate more on hydration, using high5 tablets, but I do make sure I fuel up before a run and have emergency gummies with me. Have not got on well with gels as they seem to thick and sickly. Will have to look more into this area as I'm a back of the pack runner doing the GNR for the first time, followed in a fortnight's time with a trail half in Northumbria!
Figuring out nutrition is fun lol. There are soooo many good options. Thank you TRC for helping us sort it all out 😁
Brilliant. Thanks for the insight. Love you all!
Thanks for the video, always good to get some reviews before trying. I did start off using SIS and then moved onto Torque gels. Would be great to try out some of the different bars and gummies 😊
I needed this. Trying to learn how to properly full for my first marathon has been a lot for me.
Great vid. Tons of useful info. Thank you
I am new to the world of running long distances and watch your video for nutrition and even shoes. Thanks
Love the video! Would love to try one of the options you spoke about!!! Gu and SIS have been past favorites, but some of these seem like great options to try...
I recently started trail running and now go up to 18km, so have only started to use gels on the run. Loving the tri berry GU gel. I have no stomach issues and it tastes delicious. Keep up the good work. Cheers from Paul in South Africa 🇿🇦
I have yet to find a gel I can stand to eat, they’re usually so sugary and gooey. Nutrition on a run is so challenging!
Best to take them on slowly.
Maurten works for me. It’s sugary as hell and the texture isn’t great but the taste doesn’t linger and it’s easy on my stomach.
For me i find buzz power are the only gel i can eat. It is basically just honey so there's no chemical sugary taste
Try dates. Gels turn my gut into a freight train...😳
@@sandyhumissouri5131 I have tried dates but after a few I really start to feel kind of full and uncomfortable.
Thanks for the review. There are so many options out there. I don’t know where to start.
Great info! Im currently training after having donated blood for the first time, and would love a video about the impacts of blood donation on performance. I (stupidly) didn’t consider how it would affect me but I am definitely feeling it
Something I struggle with is long run fueling as do many marathoners. This was a really helpful video.
Thanks for the video! I haven't ever used gels before but I am considering using them now for an upcoming half marathon.
Can’t wait to try some of these. I’m starting to increase my mileage over half marathon as I’m trying to talk my self in to my first ultra next year. I usually use the SIS ones as they’re always on offer.
Thanks for the great video guys 👍 I absolutely love gummies and sweets for energy during running and high5 hydration tablets! I'm trying to get used to gels so if I won this it would be a great opportunity to try some more 🤞🏻
Definitely be trying some of these, I always fight with my current gels trying to open them! You know the ones 🤣
Thanks for the info, I've only really tried sis gels and high5 ones so will definitely try some of the things on this video 😁 cheers 👍🏻
Training for my first marathon and just did my 18 mile long run with a plethera of snacks that kept me going. Clif Bloks, mint picky bars and Mama Chia pouches were my favorites. Bummmed I can't get those Beet Active products in the U.S. Hopefully I can give those a try someday. Thanks Anna and Rick for all the tasty ideas on keeping us fueled! ❤❤
Just about to start using gels for my marathon training, so some good food for thought here. Really appreciate it
I've done Bournemouth half marathon 3 time and the great North run and find sis a good gel for me, keep up the good work great watching all your videos
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Never tried a gel or even eating anything on a run. Useful info for longer runs and races, thanks.
Great video! Received a pack of Energy Gel Aquas (as that's what's going to be the supplied gels on the marathon) Trying to get used to them at the moment! My long run took me 20miles eating bars so I can definitely understand Ricks Chew Breathe madness haha. Keep up the great videos :)
Thanks this has been really helpful
Thanks for the advice Anna and Rick! I've only ever tried Clif Bloks. Which haven't worked that well for me but I'm nervous to try anything new!
Great review and tips guys. I prefer the bars option as I prefer carrying less items and the item giving more per serving size. Other key thing to remember is to keep the empty wrapping with you and not on the trails.
Bizarrely was talking about fuelling with my running buddy today because we both find that there aren't many gels that don't leave your mouth feeling 'coated', so this video is very timely - thanks! My current favourite is the Kendal Mint Cake range. Not too sticky and no bizarre aftertaste.
thanks for saving me money by narrowing down the options!!!
This is so interesting! I'm considering doing a 20K race next year and will definitely need those
I haven’t tried all of the products you discussed, so this was so interest.
My first half training starts soon and I’m excited to finally run a distance I get to have a gel for! It’s like I’m leveling up as a runner
Thanks Anna and Rick great show as always iv oni used sis because there cheep and you can get them anywhere and they taste good aswell.
Fantastic content as always 👏👏
Great video. I have always been a bit scared of gels and just suffered through my long runs. Maybe it’s time to give them a go.
Can't wait to start trying them all out on my training! This was super helpful, thank you :) Not sure how I feel about chewing while running though haha
It definitely takes practice! Thanks for watching Andrea 😊
So far tried a few different ones and had some issues with all of them, might have to try some of these out!
My training and racing experiences improved dramatically once I nailed my nutrition needs. I looove HUMA gels and Cliff nut butter bars! Those are my faves!!!💝
Really helpful video - thank you. Currently using Dextrose tablets and practising with all the other options x
Thanks for the video! I use Clif gels a lot, which I didn't see in the video. The blocks are tough to get open and out while in a race.
Saw new items to try. Thank you. This was helpful.
So glad!
Doing the Great North run next month, and struggling to find a good Energy source that is peanut free, hopefully my comment gets seen and wins a goody bag. Great content guys love it.
My go too for running. I use the revvies strips, as they help give me energy. I also take cold cubes of roast potatoes I eat them on my long runs and they really help keep me going as I find gels upset my stomach but then again I have never used them long term
I'm a newbie to race nutrition so this was a great video for me!
Great info! Thanks!
Just done my first half marathon and definitely didnt fuel right during the race. This video has given me some alternative ideas that I can use in the future.