Half Marathon Nutrition Guide
Whether you are looking to smash out a PB, pushing your body to its limits or are just looking to get around and survive.
Taking on board the right fuel, at the right time can not only help you have a better run but it can also help you feel better during and after your big race.
Our guide is focused around our products, a tried and tested system that is used by European and World class athletes. They are not 'sponsored' athletes receiving free products, these are some of the world's best who purchase the system to get the very best out of their races so please read on and if you have any questions please feel free to get in touch.
"In the past, I’ve tried loads of different gels during half marathons and marathons but always struggled to find the right one. Not any more after trying the Mountain Fuel Sports Jelly. I first used them in the Keswick Mountain festival 50km and found them easy to consume with no sickly after taste like other gels. I’ve since used them in road half marathons and during my training for York Marathon and found they give me a great energy boost. Along with Mountain Fuel Raw Energy Fuel they are a winning combination and I don’t need to worry what to take with me on training runs and races anymore."
Julie Briscoe, working mother and Team GB team Goldwinner
In the build-up
Eat as you normally would (avoiding processed and fast food), ideally balanced meals based around fresh food you prepare yourself and get into the habit of sipping water throughout the day to ensure you are fully hydrated.
Days before
In the days prior to a half Marathon it’s essential to ensure your system is as prepared as it can be, so our users often drink a Night Fuel in the evenings prior to an event as this helps to feed and nourish your muscles while you’re asleep and in your most restorative state.
Sipping an energy fuel the day before can also help with this process and if you have travelled, especially abroad then the vitamins and minerals in the energy fuel help to replenish your fatigued state. If you fly, drink plenty of water while you’re in the air to avoid dehydration.
Reviews
I regularly use MF products during training and always during an event. I have completed half marathons, marathons and ultras and am never without Xtreme Energy Fuel, Chia Seed Jellys and Recovery Fuel for after (chocolate is my particular favourite). I use the Night Fuel like a hot chocolate drink regularly at nights and it is perfect.
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