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Energy bars replenish your depleted carbohydrate stores when working out. Take a look through our recommended energy bars, whether your looking for a midday snack, or to fuel your crazy mountain bike rides! You can use our Nutrition Calculator to...

In short, nutrients are chemical compounds like protein, fat and carbohydrates that are found in food. Our bodies need them to function and grow which is why it is so important to understand where we get them from and to...

Yes I know, it’s getting cold and grim out there but before you go sticking that puffa jacket and woolly scarf on, try and remember that within ten minutes of starting your run your body temperature will have increased significantly...

Using a combination of simple and complex carbohydrates, GU energy gels are formulated to provide energy and key nutrients to the body while exercising- they keep you going for longer while allowing faster absorption and being kinder on the stomach.   Their...

As we enter into the colder months of the year you’re probably starting to reach for your winter wardrobe, but does that include a pair of running gloves? If not, then you might be thinking what are running gloves and...

Post-marathon blues is a lot more common than you might think. After months of following a structured plan, being told what to do every day and then dealing with the emotional high (or low!) of race day, its not surprising...