Beyond Gels: Variety in Your Gravel Race Fueling Arsenal

Why flavor fatigue happens and how to combat it If you’ve ever been 4 hours into a 100-mile gravel race, staring at another packet of strawberry gels, and nearly vomited at the thought of putting one more in your mouth, you’ve experienced flavor fatigue.  It’s real, it’s brutal, and it’s one of the biggest reasons […]

How to Hydrate Before a Race: Finding the Right Balance

by Coach Anja Lanser Hydration can make or break an athlete’s performance on race day.  But while many athletes focus on avoiding dehydration, it’s possible to go too far in the other direction — overhydrating, which can harm performance just as much.  Understanding how much water and electrolytes your body really needs is key to […]