Here's a quick guide to the different types of sports drinkEnergy drinks with electrolytes: the most common, all-round energy drinks. Electrolytes (sodium and potassium) replace the salts lost in sweat and help to reduce cramping, among other things

.runaid.co.uk; 01992 462 580Science In Sport 600ml Bottle – £3At first glance, Science in Sport’s drinks bottles aren’t much different to the plethora of other cycling-style, plastic bottles on the market. But closer inspection reveals that they’re a great boon

Recovering from a run is just as important as fueling for the next. By taking a recovery drink after you exercise you’ll speed up muscle repair, rehydrate and give your immune system a boost. Research suggests that a combination of carbohydrate

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, with a pint of water (or a sports drink) an hour before you run, and half a pint for every 30 minutes of running. On days when you run you should aim to consume five litres during the day, twice as much as is necessary on rest days. 8. Don’t forget your

What do elites drink in a marathon?Hilly Some say you don't need anything other than water in a marathon, others that sports drinks/gels are needed. I've always just stuck to drinking Lucozade Sport, but I'm sure this isn't enough in the latter stages of a

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More photos at Richk.co.ukSince way back in 2002 the Windsor Half-Marathon has been a real-life meeting place for runners who have got to know each other on RW's forum.The last few years have become even more sociable, with a big forum marquee

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with one or two other sports and watch your running performance improve too.TaperingWhat to do, eat and think in the weeks before race-day.Nutrition on the RunEnergy drinks, bananas, tuna sandwiches - what to eat and drink before, during and after a run