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What Is a GU Energy Gel (No, It's Not Baby Food)?
The first time most of us saw someone squeeze a mystery packet into their mouth mid-run, it looked deeply unpleasant. A bit of squinting. A slight grimace. Then they just carried on running. Faster, somehow. Here's what that stuff actually is.
What to Eat Before a Long Run: Trail Running Nutrition Guide
Not sure what to eat before a long run? Here's what works: from the ideal meal 2 to 3 hours out, to what to do when race morning nerves mean you have zero appetite and the start gun is 45 minutes away
How to Fuel a Long Run (Endurance Nutrition Basics, No Degree Required)
New to endurance fuelling? Here's what your body actually needs on a long run, when to take it, and why waiting until you feel flat is already too late.
