Quote Originally Posted by Urlea View Post
When I ran the 1/2 last year I took a gel at miles 5,9 & 11. I know I can run 7miles without a gel, but to me it seemed better to maintain a level of fueled energy throughout rather then trying to recover what was depleted in one shot. What do the rest of you do?
My motto for long efforts is : "Eat before you're hungry, drink before you're thirsty." By the time your body TELLS you you're hungry or thirsty, it's almost too late.

If I'm doing a "short" effort, I can get away with no nutrition. But if I'm going to be out there for over an hour or so, I need to start fueling early and often!

On bike rides, I like Gu, bananas and if I'm going to be out a few hours, I pack a PBJ. I'm a fan of solid food on the bike. For running, I can't stomach much beyond gels.

Susan