The taste was inoffensive, and these could be a good option for environmentally friendly runners as they offer refill bottles for your resealable tubes. Taste test: The texture will divide opinion, but I quite enjoy biting off a bit of the gel and letting it dissolve a little in my mouth before swallowing. These are ideal to take cycling or running, they give a quick energy release when you need that bit extra towards the end of a long ride or run. To balance your caffeine intake, you may want to alternate between caffeinated and non-caffeinated gels or skip the caffeine altogether ( 6, 7). Small, light and easy to carry, they all claim to help aid performance, and keep you running harder for longer.

GO Isotonic Energy Gel | 20 Mixed Gel Bundle | Science In Sport

The brand claims this dual-carb formula increases carbohydrate absorption rate and minimises the risk of stomach trouble. Packed with a precise blend of carbohydrates, electrolytes, and essential nutrients, these compact and portable gels deliver an immediate burst of energy when you need it most. We aim to hit that max ourselves when running an event, but if you ever experience stomach issues then taking fewer gels per hour might help. I think it partially also the texture (is what it is) that was a warmish gel that tasted like medicine/chemical.Know what volume of carbohydrate you need to have, and then know over what time period you should be distributing it.

SIS GO Energy Sports Gels - Science In Sport

Reviews are mostly positive, with many runners finding these honey-based gels easier to digest than other gels. Whether you’ve just started running or you have a number of races under your belt, there will come a time when you’ll consider trying out some running energy gels. I found the isotonic gels, which go by the name Energy Gel Aqua, the tastiest: They’re more like a drink than a gel, making them very easy to get down while running. The texture is a thick syrup with a Ribena berry blackcurrant flavour (mixed in with Tixylix cough syrup – but not in a bad way!A pack contains four 8g chews that each contain 100mg of caffeine – slightly more than a double espresso – while also offering 6. If you get 40grams of carbohydrate from a 500ml energy drink, one additional energy gel of 25 grams will take you up to the 70g target. Taste test: The gels are slightly sweet and a little citrusy, but their predominant feature is that they don’t taste of anything much, which is fine by me. As well as the simple carbs, many isotonic energy gels have other substances designed to act quickly and help your performance. Along with the standard Beta Fuel gel there is a nootropic version, which contains 200mg caffeine, plus other ingredients to help you stay mentally sharp during your endurance events.