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Welcome to XMiles, your ultimate one-stop shop for energy, hydration, and recovery nutrition. As the leading destination for endurance sports nutrition, we take immense pride in offering the most extensive selection of top-tier sports nutrition brands and products to fuel your performance.

Whether you're aiming for a personal best, tackling a challenging race, or simply looking to enhance your overall endurance, XMiles has the ideal nutrition solutions to propel you towards success. Fuel your passion with XMiles and seize the potential of your athletic endeavors today.

Nutrition: Insights

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Why do I need nutrition?

Understanding the importance of nutrition is essential for optimizing your performance, especially when engaging in physical activities like running 5k to 10k races or longer events like half-marathons to ultra-marathons. Proper nutrition provides the fuel your body needs to sustain energy levels and enhance endurance during these events.

Fueling for Shorter Races (5k to 10k):

While shorter distance races may not necessitate additional nutrition for everyone, there are factors to consider. If you anticipate running for an extended period or if the race is particularly important to you, ensuring you start the race with adequate fuel can be beneficial.

Pre-Race Preparation: It is essential to be well-hydrated and properly fueled before the race begins. A pre-loading strategy can help you achieve this. Consider consuming an energy drink between breakfast and the race start, sipping it slowly and finishing it about 45 minutes before the race. Drinking early allows your body to absorb the nutrients efficiently, maximizing your performance potential.

During the Race: For races lasting over an hour, like 10k or half marathons, incorporating in-race nutrition can provide a performance boost. A gel taken after approximately 1 hour of running (around 5 to 10 miles into the race) can be beneficial. This can help maintain your energy levels and support your performance until the finish line.

Nutrition for Half-Marathons to Ultra-Marathons:

Longer races demand a more comprehensive fueling strategy right from the start. Waiting too long to fuel can lead to issues such as stomach distress and a drop in sodium levels, negatively affecting your performance.

In-Race Fueling Strategy: A recommended approach is to consume 1 gel every 5-6km (3-5 miles) or every 20-35 minutes throughout the race. This means you may need to take on approximately 5 to 7 gels during a marathon.

Adapting to Individual Preferences: If energy gels don't suit you, there are alternative fueling methods to consider:

  • Energy Drink: Some runners prefer obtaining their fuel through energy drinks. This can be beneficial, especially for those who experience gut or stomach issues with gels.
  • Energy Chews: Another option is fueling with chewable energy sources, which serve as direct replacements for gels. For instance, consuming three blocks of certain chew products may provide similar intake as one gel.

It's crucial to experiment with different textures and flavors to find what works best for you personally.

Proper nutrition is a vital aspect of your running performance, whether you're participating in shorter races or pushing yourself in half-marathons and marathons. Fueling your body adequately before and during the race ensures you have the energy and stamina to reach your running goals effectively. Always consider individual preferences and consult with experts to fine-tune your nutrition strategy for optimal results.


Nutrition: Brands

  • OTE Energy Drink Lemon & Lime OTE Energy Drink Pouch (1.2kg) XMiles
    OTE Energy Drink OTE Energy Drink XMiles
    OTE

    OTE Energy Drink

    From €2,54 - €32,67 EUR

    Introducing OTE Energy Drink, the ultimate fuel for your exercise routine. Engineered with precision, this exceptional beverage is meticulously cr...

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  • 226ers Gels Single Serve / Strawberry High Fructose Gel XMiles
    226ers Gels Pack of 6 / Mixed High Fructose Gel XMiles
    226ers

    High Fructose Gel

    From €3,82 - €84,09 EUR

    High Fructose Gel is a cutting-edge energy gel meticulously crafted with a proprietary blend of maltodextrin and fructose in a balanced 10:8 ratio...

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  • 33Fuel Gels Chia Energy Gel (21g) XMiles
    33Fuel Gels Original Vanilla Chia Energy Gel (21g) XMiles
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    33Fuel

    Chia Energy Gel

    From €3,43 - €31,05 EUR

    Introducing the 33Fuel Chia Energy Gel, your ultimate natural solution for fueling during workouts and longer endurance efforts. Designed to provi...

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  • Neversecond Gels Single Serve / Espresso C30+ Energy Gel XMiles
    Neversecond Gels C30+ Energy Gel XMiles
    Neversecond

    C30+ Energy Gel

    From €3,69 - €40,75 EUR

    Introducing the revolutionary C30+ Energy Gel, the pinnacle of caffeinated energy gels designed to fuel your performance and elevate your enduranc...

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  • Hammer Nutrition Energy Drink Perpetuem 2.0 Sachets (46g) XMiles
    Hammer Nutrition Energy Drink Perpetuem 2.0 XMiles
    Hammer Nutrition

    Perpetuem 2.0

    From €5,50 - €84,03 EUR

    Perpetuem 2.0 in a sachet, perfect for events and to grab and go. Hammers long-distance endurance fuel that satisfies your body's energy requireme...

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  • EnergySnacks Nutrition Box Chews Box (6 Packs) Chews Selection Box (6 Packs) XMiles
    EnergySnacks

    Chews Selection Box

    €20,05

    Tired of being stuck in an energy gel rut? Our Chews Selection Box (6 Pack) is the ultimate way to diversify your fueling routine! Sample six of ou...

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  • Active Root Gels Active Root GelMix Tubs XMiles
    Active Root Gels Gel Mix XMiles
    Active Root

    Gel Mix

    From €4,40 - €38,81 EUR

    Active Root Gel Mix is a revolutionary sports nutrition product designed to fuel endurance athletes during training and racing. Unlike traditional...

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  • Neversecond Gels C30 Fuel Bar XMiles
    Neversecond Gels C30 Fuel Bar XMiles
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    Neversecond

    C30 Fuel Bar

    From €3,69 - €40,75 EUR

    Our C30 Fuel Bar are formulated for athletes in motion. Formulated using a 2:1 glucose-to-fructose carbohydrate blend, our C30 Fuel Bars deliver 3...

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  • INFINIT 18 Serving Pouch (1.39kg) / Orange :GO FAR XMiles
    INFINIT :GO FAR XMiles
    INFINIT

    :GO FAR

    From €3,82 - €54,27 EUR

    GO FAR Endurance Fuel is a natural all-in-one isotonic drink mix meticulously crafted to provide sustained energy and hydration for extended worko...

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  • Precision Fuel & Hydration Gels PF 300 Flow Gel XMiles
    Precision Fuel & Hydration Gels PF 300 Flow Gel XMiles
    Precision Fuel & Hydration

    PF 300 Flow Gel

    From €20,69 - €161,70 EUR

    Carrying enough fuel for big efforts used to be tricky. Not anymore. Get 300g of carb from one bottle or flask. We re-engineered our popular gel t...

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  • Maurten Energy Bars Box of 12 / Mixed Box Solid 160 Mix Box XMiles
    Maurten

    Solid 160 Mix Box

    €38,75

    Maurten Solid is a two-piece, oat- and rice-based chewable fuel — 1 pack, 2 mini-bars. 40 grams of carbohydrates split into equal 20-gram servings...

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  • Precision Fuel & Hydration Trial Pack Triathlon Pack PF Triathlon Pack XMiles
    Precision Fuel & Hydration

    PF&H Triathlon Pack

    €49,16

    The Precision Fuel & Hydration Triathlon Pack has been created by us to help you fuel your next Full Distance Triathlon. Fueling with the Tria...

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  • 226ers Race Day Salty Trail Bar XMiles
    226ers Race Day Salty Trail Bar XMiles
    226ers

    Race Day Salty Trail Bar

    From €2,59 - €71,15 EUR

    Introducing the Race Day Salty Trail Bar, a meticulously crafted energy bar designed to elevate your performance during training sessions and comp...

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  • Victus Energy Drink 01 Before: Energy Water (11g) XMiles
    Victus Energy Drink Single Serve / Lemon & Pear 01 Before: Energy Water (11g) XMiles
    Victus

    01 Before

    From €3,56 - €65,98 EUR

    01 Before is a revolutionary pre-workout supplement designed to maximize your athletic performance and take your workouts to the next level. With ...

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