We've spent weeks running on the trails and sucking down a range of energy gels to find the best picks for your next run.

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 ...

We all know how important it is to fuel your body – especially if you’re putting it through its paces on a long run or during a high-intensity session – but if you’re taking part in any prolonged ...

Wh0 this gel is best for: athletes who struggle to consume gels with overly strong flavors. Maurten energy gels are unflavored, so they’re a great choice for athletes who are sensitive to the strong, ...

“I hit the wall at mile 19 of the Big Sur Marathon in spring of 2024,” recalled Strategist associate editor Jeremy Rellosa. “My muscles seized up, I had full-body cramps, and I hobbled across the ...

Often the saviour of a long run and that extra push you need to stride over the finish line, energy gels have become an essential for almost every distance runner or endurance athlete. But are they ...

One of the weirdest parts of getting into long-distance running or triathlons is learning how much endurance athletes love and hate—and rely on—little packets of goo-like gels. As unappetizing as they ...