GU Energy Original Sports Nutrition Energy Gel, Vegan, Gluten-Free, Kosher, and Dairy-Free On-the-Go Energy for Any Workout, 8-Count, Vanilla Bean

Portable, high-energy, and delicious. I’m new to distance running but Gu’s are so ideal for that morale and energy boost it gives me about 45-50 minutes into the run and about every 45-50 minutes afterwards.Some guys say to just suck it down, but I enjoy the taste. The package is very functional and sucks down flat to pack away.I have a number of these in my collection. My favorite two are Chocolate Outrage (the name makes me laugh), and the Raspberry Lemonade ones are fantastic.

This is my go to for fuel during a race! It does have a thick consistency so it is best used with water to help with that. It has a great chocolate flavor without that artificial flavor after taste. It’s so easy to use so it won’t slow you down on the go. The caffeine is just right if used as instructed. I recommend using during training runs to see what works best for you come race day. They are a great price compared to what I see at most expos. I recommend buying prior!

I’m a type 1 diabetic and I use these as a low blood sugar remedy. They are a complex carb that is easy to swallow that gives me a perfect 20 grams of balanced carbohydrate that gives me hydration and electrolytes while raising my sugar effectively.

This product is a GAME CHANGER! I am an avid triathlete and started using these during races. Let me tell you… It dropped my times tremendously. I normally run an 8:45:mile. When I started using these, My mile time decreased to 8:15. I then started using them to train and I noticed the difference in energy level.The functionality is great as I can tape a packet to my bike handlebar during race.The caffeine isn’t an issue for me and love the taste! Tri- Berry is my FAVORITE!

I love birthday cake Gu, not the issue here. But my order came and the box says celebrating 25 years from 1993? I was born in 1993… I wish I was still 25. A little sketchy, no? We’re past 30 now, unfortunately.

This stuff tastes exactly like a little shot of chocolate pudding, which was a pleasant surprise - and honestly makes it way easier to take than most energy gels. It’s a small amount of gel for a good amount of energy - I use one before roller derby practice and it gives me the boost I need without upsetting my stomach or tasting like regret. Buying the bulk packs makes it way more affordable but the price is well worth it for the energy boost.Great texture, great taste, and it actually works. Can’t ask for much more in a gel!

Why did you pick this product vs others?:It’s Gu, you know what the consistency is going to be: I have yet to get palate fatigue with this flavor. No caffeine, unfortunately but still a staple for my runs.

Perfect boost mid-run! It’s a little hard to get down sometimes but I just chase it with water.