The Athlete's Blog

Fuelling, training and the odd confession. Written by people who have bonked more times than they care to admit.

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...