It’s Friday and I’m linking up with Running on Happy & Fairytales and Fitness for the Friday Five 2.0 linkup!
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This week, the topic is: Running Fuel.
So what would someone who doesn’t cook much and whose post-run fuel is usually ice cream write about??
I am going to share what I use for energy before or during my runs:
1. GU
It works for me so why switch? They don’t upset my stomach and they are easy to carry on a run.
My favorite flavors are:
- with caffeine – Salted Caramel, Caramel Macchiato, Chocolate Outrage
- without caffeine – Root Bear, Peanut Butter
Here are some new flavors that I haven’t tried:
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- haven’t tried
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- love this one
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- not a fan
2. Nature’s Bakery Fig Bars
They come in loads of flavors but I usually eat the plain fig or the blueberry.
They are made with 0g of trans fat, all natural, whole wheat, and are Non GMO, Kosher, and cholesterol-free. Some flavors are even gluten-free.
always new flavors to try
3. Bananas
I love to eat them and they are a good source of potassium which is said to help prevent muscle cramping. Plus they come in their own wrapper. LOL.
4. Starbucks Chocolate Banana Smoothie
I am sure it must be heathier than a Latte or a Frappuccino, right? (This is obviously a pre or post run treat.)
It contains: A nourishing blend of mocha flavored sauce, a whole banana, milk, whey protein and fiber powder, and ice.
5. Larabar Bites
Are they healthy? Not sure but they do taste good. Here’s what their website says:
All 4 indulgent flavors are made from just 5-6 simple ingredients and are gluten free, non-GMO, vegan, and dairy free.
Happy Running! What do you eat for running fuel?
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Most likely the larabar bites are healthier than the starbucks smoothie — haven’t researched it so I don’t really know but many of Starbucks’ creations are loaded with sugar. Larbars have plenty of sugar, too, but generally from more natural sources.
I like variety, and that’s why I’m always trying new things. You never know unless you try!
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True. I don’t have the time to bake. Also many of the store bought fuel items are pricey.
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Does Gu have an ambassador program? 😉
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I have no idea.
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I just can’t get past the texture of the GU wish I could. I do like the shot blocks
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Many runners say that.
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Those fig bars sound delicious, I’ve never tried them before! I’m not a huge fan of bananas but I’ve been trying to eat them more. I like them best in smoothie format 🙂
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I eat bananas because they are good for you and easy to grab.
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As a Hoka wearer, I feel it’s my destiny to try the toasted marshmallow Gu! I’ll have to go look for it, although I won’t be needing it for a while as we are still in the throes of hellish hot weather and long runs aren’t that long. But someday, right?!
I love those Larabar bites.
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I’m looking for the new flavors to try!!
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I love the Fig Bars! I have used them as a snack during the workday you’re right, they would work well for fuel too!
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I almost always eat a banana before my runs – during my run, I really like the Huma gel with chia seeds!
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I’ve tried the Huma gels. I’m not a fan of the consistency (the chia seeds.)
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I have bought those lara bites before as well. I feel like I am getting more of a snack when I get to have a few pieces of something rather than eating one bar.
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Me too
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I’m kind of getting away from Gu (and going with Honey Stinger gels most of the time), but Gu does have pretty decent flavors! I tried the root beer once, and it was awesome!
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I like the root beer. Looking forward to trying the new flavors
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I just found those Larabar bites and yum! I’ve been snacking on them at work.
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Tempting aren’t they?
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I tried to buy Fig Newtons for fuel, but my husband ate them all as snacks!
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Lol
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