Energy Gels Suitable for use when doing sport or any physical activity, energy gels provide a blast of vitality combined with slow release Carbohydrates. Sometimes Energy Bars are not practical for consumption and gels, being far easier to take in, can provide a much more convenient alternative. Energy gels give athletes carbohydrates for both immediate impact and long-term benefit.

Energy gels work in a fairly simple way. The gels contain carbohydrates, and these carbohydrates break down into glucose, which is the main element that muscles use as fuel. Essentially, energy gels are a glucose boost for athletes to improve performance. As the name suggests, energy gels are developed to energise the body during physical exercise. The body’s glucose store is depleted during exercise, and energy gels can help combat this drop in levels with their high carbohydrate element.

One of the main benefits of gels over energy bars is that they allow athletes to avoid the stomach bulk or bloating that is sometimes caused by the carbohydrates in bars and other high carb foods. Energy gels burn cleanly because they have no bulky content, such as fibre or fat. This means that they are particularly useful during sporting or endurance events where athletes don’t wish to eat or feel full but need to maintain carbohydrate levels.

It’s a good idea to drink water alongside energy gels due to their concentrated nature, but avoiding energy drinks is recommended as they can impact the gels effect when used in combination. Drinking water is particularly helpful in allowing energy gels to absorb into the body effectively.