Before I became a member of Team Running Free I wasn’t really in-tune with the wild world of race gels. But after 3 years and countless races, I have become a bit of a gel geek and my absolute favourite gel is the Chocolate Outrage gel by Team RF sponsor GU.
The Science:
Gu’s trademark 3-pronged approach to sports nutrition focuses on the basics needs of a body in motion: Energize, Sustain and Recover. The energy comes from Fructcose (or Fruit Sugars) that gives your working muscles an instant boost as it is quickly absorbed. This energy is sustained by Maltodextrin, an easily-absorbed carb that helps you maintain your glucose levels during exercise. Finally, GU contains Vitamins C and E which both defend damaged muscles from free radicals (damaged cells that attack healthy cells). More info on the specific science of GU can be found at http://www.guenergy.com/products/gu-energy-gel/ingredients-benefits
The Taste:
Here’s the clincher people. Unsweetened Belgian Chocolate. This gel tastes amazing. It is a serious treat when on a race course and the fact that it is both functional and delicious….that’s awesome.
How To Use:
Basic use is 1 gel 15 minutes before exercise and 1 gel every 45 minutes thereafter. I personally think that this is a bit much so I usually stretch out my gel use to 1 every hour but no matter when I decide to refuel on the race course, the Chocolate Outrage is the first gel I reach for.
If you are looking for a way to keep your energy up on the race course and give your tastebuds something to cheer about then you should give the GU Chocolate Outrage Gel a go. You won’t regret it!
