The Athlete's Blog
Fuelling, training and the odd confession. Written by people who have bonked more times than they care to admit.
endurance nutrition
Gel flavour fatigue - the taste struggle is real.
You packed enough gels. You just can't face another one. Here's the science behind gel flavour fatigue, and how to fix it before it costs you a race.
carbohydrates
How to Recover After a Race: Endurance Nutrition Guide
The race is done. Your legs are wrecked, your gut has been through it, and you're already eyeing up the post-race braai. Here's what your body actually needs...
45-minute rule
When to Take a GU Energy Gel (Before You're Already Crawling)?
You've got the gels. You know what they do. Now comes the part where most people still get it wrong. They wait. And wait. Then eat three in...
bonking
Why Energy Gels, Like GU, Work (Your Body Is Smarter Than You Think)?
"It's just sugar." Every gel sceptic, ever. Technically yes, but so is the glycogen in your muscles right now. Here's what's actually going on when you take a...
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...
