tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284298186061040784.post4490195346040054454..comments2023-09-28T08:45:54.824-07:00Comments on Canadian Runner in Exile: Me and GUCarolinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01784257254057007640noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284298186061040784.post-33004112669520890032011-01-11T12:19:57.859-08:002011-01-11T12:19:57.859-08:00I am the same way on Powerbar gel, luckly there ar...I am the same way on Powerbar gel, luckly there are a ton of brands on the market to find the right one for you and your stomachBig Daddy Dieselhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07868041775049514011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284298186061040784.post-45568450388030961062011-01-11T06:51:37.022-08:002011-01-11T06:51:37.022-08:00I can only take vanilla powerbar gels. They are r...I can only take vanilla powerbar gels. They are runnier than the others and I can squeeze them right down my throat without tasting much. I rarely use gels in training. I like Heed by Hammer Nutrition. It's a more natural sports drink and it seems to work well. For a HM, I think you could make it without anything. I had never even heard of gels my first half. Hope you find something that works. I'm excited for you:) Coming up quick!Jennhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12998412865107560921noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284298186061040784.post-92203146867448705202011-01-10T21:29:03.514-08:002011-01-10T21:29:03.514-08:00You will love Carlsbad. It is one of my favorite ...You will love Carlsbad. It is one of my favorite courses. <br /><br />I have tried just about every type of "GU" out there and I finally found one that works great. It doesn't have a gelling agent which helps the tummy. It also contains electrolytes so you don't have to drink any of that nasty stuff on the course. It's called Electrolyte Fuel System by the First Endurance Company. One little flask is packed with 400 calories which just may be enough for your half. Feel free to email me through my blog if you have any questions.<br /><br />Bonne Chance!Chris Khttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06670072457969152936noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284298186061040784.post-27322048112091275122011-01-10T21:27:36.406-08:002011-01-10T21:27:36.406-08:00I will be cheering for you! So close to your half...I will be cheering for you! So close to your half! you will have to change your blog title to Journey Past a Half marathon!! :DJess @ Blonde Ponytailhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01241567668546859036noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284298186061040784.post-74308503868861790002011-01-10T21:17:26.259-08:002011-01-10T21:17:26.259-08:00I never used GU until I ran in a full marathon... ...I never used GU until I ran in a full marathon... not even in training runs... well, maybe one or two training runs. In the half, I think focusing on staying hydrated will be the ticket. Great job with your training!!!XLMIChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12268964638359962511noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284298186061040784.post-34627773041001012382011-01-10T21:12:45.488-08:002011-01-10T21:12:45.488-08:00Yay for almost being there! So exciting! You can...Yay for almost being there! So exciting! You can totally do it with just water. I never used anything until my first marathon and then I only used one packet of GU for the whole thing. You'll be fine. <br /><br />I am not going to the HOod To Coast thing but I sure did love Hood To Coast the few times I've done it...it is awesome! Have fun!Amanda@runninghoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16389034066639666578noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284298186061040784.post-58722418390407484712011-01-10T17:30:12.479-08:002011-01-10T17:30:12.479-08:00How exciting that your race is so close!
I need t...How exciting that your race is so close!<br /><br />I need to go buy tickets to that movie! My husband said he's go with me. How cool that it lands on your birthday as well!Amyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10213208019144661479noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284298186061040784.post-18433493624369731812011-01-10T17:17:43.742-08:002011-01-10T17:17:43.742-08:00Did you try sport beans? They work well for me, I&...Did you try sport beans? They work well for me, I'm not good with GU either.<br /><br />I also bought tickets for the hood to coast movie and I'm SO excited! Unfortunately we are expecting a snow storm tomorrow afternoon. I have to drive about 50 miles to the cinema. I hope I can see the movie!!Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16424857708298442926noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8284298186061040784.post-6877849935755240022011-01-10T13:31:52.867-08:002011-01-10T13:31:52.867-08:00Yes, lots of folks do it on water alone. If it...Yes, lots of folks do it on water alone. If it's gonna be warm that day, maybe consider taking a salt tablet beforehand!<br /><br />If you feel like you need something though, try Heed or Clif products. They're more natural and may be easier on the belly.Pam @ herbieontherun.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08198123992152626641noreply@blogger.com