Do you ever lose your luster halfway through a long workout? That's because intense, prolonged exercise can cause your body to run out of glycogen. This form of glucose is an essential source of ...

Picture the typical endurance athlete: chiseled body, strong focus on good health, well-versed in proper nutrition. And a mouth full of rotting teeth. Acids and sugars in the sports drinks, energy ...

Some days, a 10k run can feel like a walk in the park (well, maybe not, but it definitely feels a bit easier). On others, you can feel as though you’re running through sand. If that’s the case, it's ...

When you're running hard for long, you’ll smash into a proverbial wall at some point if you don’t adequately fuel your muscles. Running out of energy during a run because you haven’t eaten properly is ...

No one should be surprised to learn that what – and, also importantly, when – a runner eats can affect how well they run on race day. From carb loading the day before your event to knowing when (and ...

The New Bedford Half Marathon will mark the eighth half marathon I will complete during a 10-month period and the eighth time I will rely on GU energy gels to get me to the finish line. When going ...

The best energy gels are a quick and simple way to get a load of easy-to-digest energy straight into your system, helping you stay fuelled and avoid the dreaded bonk. They are particularly useful in a ...

If you're chasing a PB, the best energy gels for running could be the secret weapon you didn’t realise you needed. Whether you’re a beginner tackling your first half or full marathon or an experienced ...

A team of scientists at the University of Illinois discovered a new peak performance food that’s more at home during Thanksgiving dinner than it is on the roadside during the Tour De France. You may ...

No one should be surprised to learn that what – and, also importantly, when – a runner eats can affect how well they run on race day. From carb loading the day before your event to knowing when (and ...