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Half Marathon Race Pack

Complete nutrition race pack to fuel your half marathon race.
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Beta Fuel + Nootropics - 6 Pack - Lemon and Lime   + £0.00
Wide Neck Water Bottle - 600ml   + £0.00

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Half Marathon Race Pack
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    INGREDIENTS

    Nutritional Information

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    Nutritional Information

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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)

    Please see specific promotion Terms & Conditions for details BFPO Addresses We do ship to BFPO addresses (with Royal Mail) but for active combat zones there is a strict 2kg weight limit (as with all deliveries to BFPO addresses), so please take this into account when ordering. As a guide, with careful packaging we can just get away with a 1.6kg tub. All orders under this weight limit will be treated as standard UK orders. All orders over this weight will be priced incrementally according to their weight (£5 per 2kg increase). If you have any queries regarding a BFPO address, please contact our Customer Service Team who will be happy to assist with your order.

    FUELLING THE HALF MARATHON

    Despite the well established and scientifically proven benefits of fuelling, nutrition remains one of the biggest things that half 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

    HYDRO+

    A convenient electrolyte drink mix designed for performance hydration

    BETA FUEL ENERGY CHEW

    45g dual-source carbohydrate in a chew format

    BETA FUEL ENERGY GEL + NOOTROPICS

    Delivers energy and boosts cognitive function for endurance athletes

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

    CARBOHYDRATE LOADING FOR A HALF MARATHON

    Our body can store around 500 grams of carbohydrate, it is essential that we complete one day 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 one day 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 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.

    HALF MARATHON NUTRITION STRATEGY

    EXPECTED FINISH TIME ~2 HOURS
    Start
    30 mins
    BETA FUEL + NOOTROPICS GEL & 150ML WATER
    BETA FUEL + NOOTROPICS GEL & 150ML WATER
    80 mins
    BETA FUEL GEL & 150ML WATER
    BETA FUEL GEL & 150ML WATER
    BETA FUEL CHEW & 150ML WATER
    BETA FUEL CHEW & 150ML WATER
    60 mins
    BETA FUEL GEL & 150ML WATER
    BETA FUEL GEL & 150ML WATER
    100 mins
    End

    FUELLING DURING THE RACE

    Consuming additional carbohydrate during the race improves performance by maintaining your blood glucose levels high, delaying the use of your glycogen stores and reducing the sensation of fatigue.

    Finish time <2 hours, aim to consume 60g of carbohydrate per hour. Finish time >2 hours, aim to consume 80-120g of carbohydrate per hour. This can be achieved through single source formulations.

    HALF 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 half marathon training by fuelling your body for intense workouts, enhancing recovery and promoting training adaptations. Nutrition remains one of the biggest things that half 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.
     

    PROGRESSION RUNS

    Teaching you how to push harder once fatigue kicks in

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    PROGRESSION RUNS

    Progression Runs are crucial in teaching you how to push harder once fatigue kicks in, simulating how you are going to feel in the later stages of the race.
     
    • 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 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 high intensity 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 race. You will usually run between 13-23 km at a low pace during these session.
     
    CARBOHYDRATE LOADING
     
    You should start to fuel these runs the day before by implementing a carbohydrate loading protocol. It is recommended to consume a total daily carbohydrate intake of 6-8 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 2-3 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.
    • You should also consume ~20 g of protein as part of the pre-training meal.
    • If this run lasts less than 120 mins, you should aim to consume 60 g of single-source carbohydrate per hour. However, for the Long Runs that last ≥120 mins, you should aim to consume between 60-90 g per hour of dual-source carbohydrate.
    • You should also focus on consuming 500-600 ml of water per hour.
    • 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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