

I hate gels, but I found a great one!
by Claire Maxted | Jan 7, 2015 | Coastal Challenge Costa Rica 2015, Nutrition, Races, Reviews, Training
Many trail runners experience a love-hate relationship with gels even though they are not Marmite flavoured…bo-boom. I abhor them – whenever I use them in races I get stomach cramps, so it was with great regret that I identified my lack of va va voom 13...Recent Posts
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