Some Possible Substitutes For Energy Gels

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handwritten text: Fact No. 1: Energy gels are an efficient way to replace calories when you’re running, cycling, or enjoying some other endurance activity during which you don’t want to stop and eat real food Fact No. 2: Energy gels are not the only non-solid food products that contain calories. Some other semi-liquid food items that have nutritional value, many of which you’ve probably considered using as endurance fuel: Some other semi-liquid food items that have nutritional value, many of which you’ve probably considered putting in your pocket, vest, or jersey for a run or ride:

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—Brendan 

 

SOME RUNNING + ENDURANCE ITEMS IN THE SEMI-RAD SHOP: