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Do I need gels for a half marathon?

This question is about Nutrition and Running

Natalie Rizzo, MS, RD, Freelance Writer

It’s helpful to fuel with gels during a half marathon. If you’re running for longer than 75-90 minutes, you need to fuel mid-run to replace used glycogen stores. Gels are an easy-to-digest glucose source that are rapidly absorbed into the bloodstream, and also frequently contain electrolytes to replace the ones lost in sweat.

During a half marathon, it’s recommended to consume about 30-60 g carbohydrate/hour after 60 minutes of running to replenish your body [

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