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Marathon Race Pack

Complete nutrition race pack to fuel your marathon
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INGREDIENTS

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Next Working Day Delivery Information:

Weekdays: Orders placed before 6:30pm will be delivered the next day - including on Saturdays.
Weekends: Orders placed before 1pm will be delivered the next day - including Sundays.
Bank Holidays: Orders will not be delivered on Bank Holidays. Any orders placed on a Bank Holiday will not be collected from our warehouse until the next non-holiday day, for delivery the following day.

Please note that Next Day Delivery excludes these postcodes: AB31-56, BF (all), BT (all), FK17-21, GY (all), HS (all), IM (all), IV (all), KA (all), KW (all), PA20-80, PH (all), TR21-25, ZE (all)

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FUELLING THE MARATHON

Despite the well established and scientifically proven benefits of fuelling, nutrition remains one of the biggest things that marathon runners get wrong. Fuelling can be the difference between a good race and a great race, and can be the key to unlocking your true performance potential.

BETA FUEL ENERGY GEL

A dual-source energy gel, containing 40g of carbohydrate

BETA FUEL ENERGY GEL + NOOTROPICS

Delivers energy and boosts cognitive function for endurance athletes

ELITE RUNNING BOTTLE

Designed to be easy and effortless to carry while you run

HYDRO+

A convenient electrolyte drink mix designed for performance hydration

  1. Vitamin B1 & B2 contribute to carbohydrate conversion
  2. Vitamin B6 aids protein metabolism.

CARBOHYDRATE LOADING FOR A MARATHON

Our body can store around 500 grams of carbohydrate, it is essential that we complete two days of a carbohydrate loading diet to increase our muscle glycogen stores before the race. This consists of low fibre foods and a significant portion of carbohydrate, in the form of carbohydrate drinks and snacks.

It is recommended to consume a total daily carbohydrate intake of 10-12 g/kg body mass for two days before.

THE PRE RACE MEAL

The pre-race meal goal is to top up your liver glycogen stores. This meal comprises of easily digestible and low fibre solids and fluids, containing around 2-3 g/kg body mass and should be consumed at least 2.5-3 hours before the start of the race.

Runners often make the mistake of over-eating at the pre-race meal and also consume this meal too close to the race.

MARATHON NUTRITION STRATEGY

EXPECTED FINISH TIME ~4 HOURS
Start
0 mins
BETA FUEL GEL & 150ML WATER
BETA FUEL GEL & 150ML WATER
60 mins
BETA FUEL CHEW & 150ML WATER
BETA FUEL CHEW & 150ML WATER
120 mins
BETA FUEL NOOTROPICS GEL & 150ML WATER
BETA FUEL NOOTROPICS GEL & 150ML WATER
180 mins
BETA FUEL GEL & 150ML WATER
BETA FUEL GEL & 150ML WATER
BETA FUEL CHEW & 150ML WATER
BETA FUEL CHEW & 150ML WATER
30 mins
BETA FUEL CHEW & 150ML WATER
BETA FUEL CHEW & 150ML WATER
90 mins
BETA FUEL NOOTROPICS GEL & 150ML WATER
BETA FUEL NOOTROPICS GEL & 150ML WATER
150 mins
BETA FUEL CHEW & 150ML WATER
BETA FUEL CHEW & 150ML WATER
210 mins
End

FUELLING DURING THE RACE

Consume at least equivalent to 80-120 grams per hour of carbohydrate, and from dual source formulations comprising both maltodextrin and fructose.
 
Dual source formulations increase the amount of carbohydrate that can be digested, absorbed and burned by our muscles. This fuelling target can be achieved from a mixture of drinks, gels and even solids.

MARATHON FUELLING GUIDE

Expert fuelling strategies for training and race day

TRAINING WITH NUTRITION

Alongside training, nutrition plays a key role in optimising performance during marathon training by fuelling your body for intense workouts, enhancing recovery and promoting training adaptations. Nutrition remains one of the biggest things that marathoners get wrong, drastically reducing the progress made during their training programme.

6. Vitamin C contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism.

7. Vitamin B6 & B12 contribute to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.

EASY RUNS

Help build aerobic base, playing an important role in your ability to run long distances

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EASY RUNS

Easy Runs help you build aerobic base, which plays an important role in your ability to run long distances. These are usually completed twice per week, and you should run between 8-10 km as part of these sessions.

  • Pre-run, you should aim to consume a meal containing 1.5 g/kg body mass of slowly digestible carbohydrate around 2.5-3 hours in advance.
  • Consume ~20 g of protein as part of the pre-training meal.
  • Given the reduced intensity and duration of these runs (~1h), there is no additional need for carbohydrate consumption during the run.
  • Focus on consuming 500-600 ml of water per hour and you can include electrolytes to support hydration.
  • Post-run, it is important that you start consuming a mix of carbohydrate and protein early to re-store your energy stores (glycogen) and repair your muscle.
 

TEMPO RUNS

Key for building your body’s ability to run faster for longer

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TEMPO RUNS

Tempo Runs are key for building your body’s ability to run faster for longer.
 
  • Pre-run, you should aim to consume a meal containing 2 g/kg body mass of easily digestible carbohydrate around 3 hours in advance.
  • Consume ~20 g of protein as part of the pre-training meal.
  • Given the increased intensity and duration of these runs (~1h), you should aim to consume 30-60 g of carbohydrate per hour during the run.
  • Focus on consuming 500-600 ml of water per hour.
  • Post-run, it is important that you start consuming a mix of carbohydrate and protein early to re-store your energy stores (glycogen) and repair your muscle.
 

SPEED SESSIONS

Crucial for improving a range of physiological characteristics

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SPEED SESSIONS

Speed Runs are crucial for improving a range of physiological characteristics, including your speed, power, strength and running economy.

  • Pre-run, you should aim to consume a meal containing 2g/kg body mass of easily digestible carbohydrate around 3 hours in advance.
  • Consume ~20 g of protein as part of the pre-training meal. Given the duration of these runs, you should aim to consume 60 g of carbohydrate per hour.
  • Focus on consuming 500-600 ml of water per hour.
  • Post-run, it is important that you start consuming a mix of carbohydrate and protein early to re-store your energy stores (glycogen) and repair your muscle.

 

LONG RUNS

Important for building your endurance capacity

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LONG RUNS

Long Runs are crucial for building your endurance capacity and preparing you physically and mentally for the marathon race. You will usually run between 29-37km at a various paces during these sessions.
 
CARBOHYDRATE LOADING
 
It is recommended to consume a total daily carbohydrate intake of 10-12 g/kg body mass on this day to maximise your glycogen store.
 
LONG RUN DAY ​
 
  • On the day of the Long Run, you should aim to consume a meal containing 3 g/kg body mass of easily digestible carbohydrate around 3 hours in advance, it is important to include fructose-rich foods or drinks (such as Beta Fuel) in your pre-run meal.
  • Consume ~20 g of protein as part of the pre-training meal.
  • Given the duration of these runs (> 2hours), it is recommended that during the run you consume between 60-90 g per hour of dual-source carbohydrate.
  • Focus on consuming 500-600 ml of water per hour and you can include electrolytes to support hydration.
  • Post-run, it is important that you consume a large serving of carbohydrate (1 g/kg body weight) and protein (20-30 g) early to re-store your energy stores (glycogen) and repair your muscle.

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