The Athlete's Blog
Fuelling, training and the odd confession. Written by people who have bonked more times than they care to admit.
beginners
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...
beginners
What to eat before a long run: a 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...
beginners
How to fuel a long run: the simple version
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...
