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    • CommentAuthorFree Memberlizzyhunt
    • CommentTimeSep 5th 2007
     
    lizzyhunt
    I'm running the chicago marathon in about a month, and I haven't started training with any supplements, just Gatorade. I need advice on which one runners prefer--Clif Shot Blox or Gu?? I've heard Blox are better if you don't want to risk upset stomach. Any opinions??
    • CommentAuthorFree Memberlilmiss
    • CommentTimeSep 5th 2007
     
    lilmiss
    I prefer the blox.  They're easier to get down for me.  But my running partner loves the gu.  I think you should try both and see what works for you.  It really just seems to be a personal preference thing, usually for texture.  Neither have upset my stomach.
    • CommentAuthorFree Memberlizzyhunt
    • CommentTimeSep 6th 2007
     
    lizzyhunt

    Thanks! I appreciate the feedback.

     

    • CommentAuthorFree MemberCptnRon
    • CommentTimeSep 6th 2007
     
    CptnRon
    I like the accel gel. No immediate sugar rush like I feel with a few other gels.  
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    npkoutdoors

    Yeah, you definitely have to test each one before you find the one you like. I prefer the GU. I have been using it for a couple of years. I have also tried the bloks, the sport beans, etc. The thing I don't like about the blocks is the texture. They also get very sticky when they warm up.

    Good luck. Experiment to find what works and stick with it.

     

    • CommentAuthorFree MemberZikon
    • CommentTimeSep 7th 2007
     
    Zikon

    Of course, it is a matter of personal taste - pun intended.  I run a lot of 1/2 marathons and I find that using the gel packets is much easier than using the bloks or hard candies, although I have never experienced any stomach problems with any of them.    

    But taste and texture should be considered - you really need to try them all in your training runs.  Some of the gels are smooth like honey - this is what I prefer (try Power Bar gels).  On the other hand, Accelerade gel has a milky taste but is a bit gritty.  Also, try different flavors and brands - some are really good tasting, and some are like chewing vitamins.  

    My problem with using bloks and hard candies is that you can easily choke if you try to eat and run at  same time.  But if you prefer the candies, try simple gummy bears - they are soft, easy to chew and swallow, and Cheap.  They don't, however, have sodium and potassium but you can get that from your Gatorade drink.  Stay fueled ... Stay strong.      

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    ceningolmo

    In my opinion, Shot Bloks are the greatest things ever.  I don't mind the gels... but, Shot Bloks taste better, are easier to eat while breathing heavy, don't sit as heavy in my stomach, and give a real bang in energy.

    Ross

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    kevindownie

    GU Energy Gels are coming to the UK for the first time early in 2010. For more information, watch this space....

     http://www.guenergy.co.uk

     

     

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