Training With Gatorade Endurance!
Happy Wednesday! Raise your hand if yesterday felt like the Monday-est Tuesday ever! Yep, I was definitely in that boat and the rainy weather did not help. However, today is a new day and it’s going to be a good one. I just know it! As someone who has become a heavy sweater (thanks Texas heat), hydration is a crucial part of my training. That’s what I wanted to talk about an awesome opportunity that I have been given by the Gatorade team! Since I am running the Chicago Marathon, Gatorade has given me the opportunity to train with the hydration and fuel offered on course. As someone who has been working on getting hydration and fuel dialed down, this is perfect!
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Everyone and their mom is familiar with Gatorade (true story, my mom doesn’t know much English and every sports drink is officially “Gatorade”). However, the thing that sets apart the Gatorade Endurance products is that they are specifically formulated for longer events. It’s no secret that when you are marathon training, you will be logging in miles upon miles on the road. If you’re crosstraining or even training for a triathlon, then you definitely need to keep hydration on your mind. There are a million products on the market that help you stay fueled and hydrated but since they are created for shorter workouts, you have to have twice as much.
That’s where Gatorade Endurance comes in. It is strategically formulated to go farther. Gatorade Endurance differs from their original formula because they are able to pack in more sodium and carbs into their products. For example, the Gatorade Endurance Thirst Quencher Powder has nearly 2x more sodium and 3x more potassium than their original formula. Gatorade Endurance Energy Gels have 20 grams of carbohydrates that are easy to handle when you’re on the road.
Gatorade has listened to their athletes and created this line specifically for those who log plenty of time outdoors. These specific products are available nationwide and are found in many marathons and Ironman courses as well. I’m extremely excited to try these out because it helps me be prepared for race day. Gatorade even sent me the flavors that will be on course in Chicago!
The timing of this opportunity couldn’t be more perfect! This month, I will be heading out on my dress rehearsals so I will be stocked up with Gatorade when I crush my long runs. Throughout this month, I will be posting updates on Twitter and Instagram so feel free to follow along and see how everything goes! After Chicago, I will give an in depth review on these products and I’ll let you know which were my favorites!
Have you ever tried Gatorade Endurance products?
