and distant past. The best bits were the match races of pro vs amateur in the late 19th century (which produced a record which stood for 30 years) and coverage of the pre and immeadaite-post second world war attempts. Overall: An interesting historical ride
not to 'stick' or harden as much. But the price and the over-refined texture may push runners in search of something more natural in other directions. 99%Chimp: PERFECT WITH A PRE-RUN CUP OF COFFEE Strengths: Lots of flavours, settle in stomach well
% there is nothing more effective. 70 - 100 grammes 2 hours before you race will complete your carboloading strategy and will aid hydration. Don't mess with the carbo/protien mix products pre race as you get minimal benefit from protien. Save that for post race
for pre race and post race Weaknesses: Good energy boost for pre race and post race Overall: Very good and cheaper than buying lucozade sport B S: IT HELPS ME! Strengths: Gives you a good 'kick' Weaknesses: Gives you a good 'kick' Overall: I find it helps
these powder sachets an ideal lightweight alternative if you're travelling to races.Sachets are also available to buy in bulk - 24 sachets are priced at £38.49, 8 mixed sachets and a free bottle at £14.99. Each 80g sachet makes 500ml of recovery drink when
sweating people like me! Overall: Much better than lucozade! kc: A PRE-RACE FAVOURITE Strengths: SIS Go tastes good, which is beneficial in a pre-race drink as it should encourage you to drink more. I mean, if it tasted like flat turnip juice you wouldn
for after traing. I have used these after 1/2 marathons and 10 mile races and they help you feel human again after a hard push for a PB. I like thee and tend to use them with the GO GELS as these i can stomach in a race. gold Xmas jingle tinsle present mince
, carry your own for the whole 26 miles. Unless of course you are an elite athlete with your personal drink labeled up at the drinks stops!! Overall: Worth it probably if the Race give it out (e.g. FLM), does seem to work. Have to add that I am now running
. Weaknesses: the rego nocte vanilla/chocolate drinks are easy to take (more so with milk than just plain water) and speed recovery after workouts. Overall: Useful recovery/pre-race drinks; sachets convenient but more expensive. Go-KL: TREATY AFTER TOUGH
long runs "don't worry you can track me on my Garmin 305!" Overall: Why not buy one as a "peace offering" for your arch racing rival, then simply employ a teenager to hack in to their computer - all you'll ever need to know about their training schedule
