by GU
Type: Accessories - Nutrition - Gel
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GU Original Energy Gel

Unlock your potential with GU Original Energy Gel, the essential fuel designed to keep you going strong. Created for daily training and competition, this gel provides a clean, easily digestible, and great-tasting source of energy to power every run, ride, or workout. It delivers the vital nutrients you need, precisely when you need them, helping you perform your best and feel great doing it.

Key Features

  • Dual-Source Energy: Formulated with a balanced blend of maltodextrin (complex carbohydrates) and fructose (simple carbohydrates) for efficient absorption and sustained energy, helping you avoid the crash.
  • Essential Amino Acids: Contains branched-chain amino acids (L-Leucine, L-Valine, L-Isoleucine) that work to reduce mental fatigue and decrease muscle damage during activity.
  • Hydration Support: Fortified with sodium, the primary electrolyte lost in sweat, to help maintain proper hydration balance and support muscle function.
  • Fast-Acting & Gentle on the Stomach: The simple, scientifically-backed formula is designed for rapid absorption, providing quick energy without weighing you down.
  • Convenient & Portable: Packaged in a compact, easy-to-carry packet that fits perfectly in your pocket or belt, making on-the-go fueling simple and effective.

How to Use

For optimal results, consume one packet of GU Original Energy Gel 5 minutes before your activity. To maintain energy levels during sustained effort, take one additional gel every 45 minutes. Always consume with a few sips of water to aid in absorption and hydration.

Ingredients

  • Carbohydrate Blend: Maltodextrin, Fructose, Water
  • Amino Acids: L-Leucine, L-Valine, L-Isoleucine
  • Electrolytes: Sea Salt, Potassium Citrate, Sodium Citrate
  • Acidity Regulators: Citric Acid, Histidine

(Full ingredient list available on product packaging. Ingredients may vary by flavor.)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  1. What are the primary benefits of GU Original Energy Gel?
    GU Original Energy Gel provides a fast, effective, and easy-to-digest source of carbohydrates for energy, amino acids for muscle support, and electrolytes for hydration, helping you sustain performance during any activity.
  2. When should I eat GU Original Energy Gel?
    It's ideal for fueling just before and during exercise to maintain consistent energy levels, prevent bonking, and support your muscles through every mile.
  3. Is this product suitable for all athletes?
    Yes! GU Original Energy Gel is designed for a wide range of athletes and activities, from long-distance runners and cyclists to team sport players and gym-goers.
  4. How is this different from GU Roctane Energy Gel?
    The Original GU Energy Gel is formulated for the core needs of daily training and racing. Roctane Energy Gel is an advanced formula with more carbohydrates, electrolytes, and amino acids, designed specifically for more extreme, long-duration, and high-intensity efforts.