energy gel
Marathon mid-race snack
An energy gel is a small, squeezable packet of concentrated carbohydrates designed to provide quick fuel during endurance activities like running, cycling, or hiking.
The gel consistency allows for rapid consumption without chewing, and most contain simple sugars that absorb quickly into the bloodstream.
Some formulations include caffeine, electrolytes, or amino acids.
Athletes typically consume them at regular intervals during long events: I take an energy gel every 45 minutes during a marathon.
Starch-derived food thickener
- glucosePrimary cellular fuel
- fructoseMonosaccharide in produce
- caffeineMethylxanthine stimulant compound
- electrolytesConducting ions in solution
sodium · potassium · carbohydrate · taurine · amino acids · isotonic · quick-release · viscosity
Long-distance footrace
- ultramarathonRace longer than 26.2 miles
- triathlonThree-event endurance contest
- cyclingRiding on two wheels
- ironmanLong-distance triathlon competitor
long-distance · race · pacing · aerobic · cardiovascular · mileage · event
Capacity for sustained effort
- fatigueWeariness from prolonged exertion
- recoveryRegaining what was lost
- muscleContractile body tissue
- exertionVigorous physical effort
pace · sprint · personal-best · competition · workout · training · runner · cyclist
Stored glucose polymer
- replenishmentRestoring depleted supply
- absorptionProcess of taking in
- caloriesMeasures of food energy
- sustenanceMeans of living
metabolism · bonking · pre-workout · timing · digestion · intake
UK spy organization
- organicFrom living matter
- naturalNot artificially produced
- caffeinatedContaining a stimulant compound
- veganAvoids all animal products
maltodextrin
Starch-derived food thickener
- glucosePrimary cellular fuel
- fructoseMonosaccharide in produce
- caffeineMethylxanthine stimulant compound
electrolytes · sodium · potassium · carbohydrate · taurine · amino acids · isotonic · quick-release · viscosity · sachet
marathon
Long-distance footrace
- ultramarathonRace longer than 26.2 miles
- triathlonThree-event endurance contest
- cyclingRiding on two wheels
ironman · long-distance · race · pacing · aerobic · cardiovascular · mileage · event
stamina
Capacity for sustained effort
- fatigueWeariness from prolonged exertion
- recoveryRegaining what was lost
- muscleContractile body tissue
exertion · pace · sprint · personal-best · competition · workout · training · runner · cyclist · triathlete
glycogen
Stored glucose polymer
- replenishmentRestoring depleted supply
- absorptionProcess of taking in
- caloriesMeasures of food energy
sustenance · metabolism · bonking · pre-workout · timing · digestion · intake
SIS
UK spy organization
- organicFrom living matter
- naturalNot artificially produced
- caffeinatedContaining a stimulant compound
- gelshydrogel, Jell-O, gelatin, agar, jelly
- Sports Nutritionprotein, carbohydrates, carbs, electrolytes, hydration
- runningrun, runner, running shoes, running shorts, running gear
- Processed Foodsmargarine, Cool Whip, Velveeta, Cheez Whiz, artificial sweetener
- squeezablesketchup bottle, mustard bottle, toothpaste tube, honey bear, hand sanitizer
- Triathlontriathlon, T1, T2, bike mount, Kona
energy gelprotein bar
Nutrient-dense portable snack
recovery shake · protein shake · recovery drink · protein powder · whey protein
energy gelsedative
Drug promoting calm
sleeping pill · melatonin · depressant · fasting · tranquilizer
energy gelwhole food
Unrefined, unprocessed edibles
energy bar · granola bar · trail mix · banana · chewable tablet
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