Pros: Great compact energy source for marathons or other endurance events Cons: None
What is GU?
THE BASICS
GU is a small packet of energy. It is 100 calories packed into a small 1.1 ounce package that is a perfect supplement for endurance events so you “don’t hit the wall.”
Pros: Will provide you the instant burst of energy. Cons: Sticky, sticky, sticky, sticky, and elusive . . . .
GU
Fast Food for Athletes
I spotted these little packets at the cashier’s desk inside a sport-clothing store. These come in a variety of flavors, but I selected the “Banana Blitz” as it was the only flavor with no caffeine.
Pros: Tastes ok, good source of energy for your longer runs. Cons: Messy if you're not careful. Hard to find in the stores.
When I trained for my first marathon last year, I relied primarily on water to get me through the long runs. Somewhere past the 10 mile mark, I realized that breakfast had long burned off and water alone wasn't going to cut it.
Pros: Helps delay "the wall." Delivers an energy pick-up. Cons: Sticky fingers. Can be a little hard to open if your hands are cold.
As all endurance athletes know, your body can only go so far before you "hit the wall" or "bonk," as it's now commonly referred to. You reach a point where the glycogen stored in your muscles and liver is used up. Simply put (especially since I'm no...
Pros: Seems to really work. Cons: The price adds up. Try to buy in bulk.
Gu is an energy gel designed for endurance athletes. Energy gels followed the initial sales of energy bars (such as Power Bars, Clif Bars, etc.). These pudding/toothpaste like gels are designed for faster digestion and quicker absorption. The quicker...
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