The Running Rules Podcast

← The Running Rules Podcast8 sept · 53 min

#188: The gel review show! Testing out different options for fuelling your long runs and races and what to look out for

#188: The gel review show! Testing out different options for fuelling your long runs and races and what to look out for8 sept53 min

<p>Sometimes finding a gel that you like and works for you can be like trying to find a needle in a haystack. There are a lot of options out there and we don&#39;t all have the same tastes.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>In the last couple of months, I have been trying out more options so that I can recommend (or otherwise!) gels for people with different tastes or needs.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>This week, I take you through the gels I&#39;ve used in the past and some of the newer ones I&#39;ve tried recently. I look at the things you need to consider when selecting your gels.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Finally I cover the &#39;extras&#39; you might want to include in your gels such as electrolytes and caffeine, when these can be a good idea and when you might want to have these separately.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>To sign up for my half marathon prep webinar on 14th September at 12:30 go to <a href="www.therunningrules.com/halfmarathon" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">www.therunningrules.com/halfmarathon</a></p>