Formulated for runners by endurance athletes, all Neversecond energy gels help you run further and dramatically reduce the chances of GI stomach issues. Easily plan your fueling and avoid bonking with our 30g carbohydrate & 200mg sodium formulation.
"In ultra-running - if you can't eat, you're going to bonk eventually. You need something that doesn't upset your stomach, something that tastes good and that you can keep eating. I really like the Neversecond flavors. The products allow me to do what I love doing - which is racing hard."
Jim Walmsley 2024 Western States and 2023 UTMB Champion
Energy gels formulated for running
Runners know all too well how hitting the wall can happen at any moment, despite eating, hydrating and being mentally prepared you can still find yourself fatigued and not hitting those PB's your dreamt of. Neversecond energy gels are formulated for running harder and further than you've done before. Our C30 gels are more of a thick liquid than a gel. Mild in flavor with a low sweetness profile, they deliver 30 grams of fast-absorbing energy using 2:1 maltodextrin-to-fructose carbohydrate blend. This composition has been extensively tested and proven to fuel very high energy rates with very low potential for gastrointestinal distress. Each energy gel also contains 200mg of sodium to help with fluid delivery and retention, which is exactly what you need when running long distances and want to fuel further.
"Isotonic" for easier absorption whilst running
C30 and C30+ running gels are more of a thick liquid than a standard thicker gel, so they can be taken without water. Perfect for trail running, road running or those adventures where you cannot carry a water bottle. C30 Energy Gels are also "isotonic" energy gels, so they absorb more easily and deliver energy more quickly and efficiently than traditional sports gels.
How do running gels stop me bonking?
Neversecond running gels stop you 'bonking' or hitting the wall by delivering fast-absorbing energy to the body's working muscles using a 2:1 maltodextrin-to-fructose carbohydrate energy source. This delivers very high energy rates with low potential for gastrointestinal distress. Each energy gel also contains 200mg of sodium to help with fluid delivery and retention, crucial for runners who sweat lots and wish to replenish their sodium levels whilst running.
Should I eat a gel before I go running?
Yes, you can eat an energy gel before you go running, however you should be aware that individual responses to carbohydrates can vary so it's highly recommended that you work your pre-exercise routine.
Our guide on eating or drinking an hour before a race concludes that it is ok to consume carbohydrate before exercise as there do not seem to be any detrimental effects on performance. Individuals prone to developing reactive hypoglycaemia can find solutions to avoid it. Perhaps the best way to do this is to ingest carbohydrate 5 to 10 minutes before the start of exercise (the amount depends on comfort and also the duration and intensity of the activity). Although this can serve as a starting point, it is important to realise that responses can be highly individual and therefore every athlete will need to dial in their own pre-exercise routine that works best for you.
What is the best fueling strategy for runners?
Unless you're running with support and dedicated aid stations during race day, you're probably going to be carrying your fuel on your body. That's where energy gels specifically designed for endurance running are your best choice. It's pretty obvious but with running you're bouncing around far more than you would be on a road bike. With that brings more chances of gastrointestinal distress so you need to choose a gel which gives you maximum carbohydrate energy, without any chance of an upset stomach.
Even if you're pounding the pavement in a marathon or just heading for a weekend trail adventure, our marathon fueling guide should be your first port of call for ensuring you run further than ever before.
"Even if you're slightly less fit, but if you can eat keep eating and not have any GI issues in a race - you can go so far. Times are getting faster and things are getting more competitive at the front of the race. A lot of that is from people paying more attention to their nutrition."
Katie Schide 2024 Western States Champion
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