Product Review
GU, the original energy gel, provides athletes with a shot of 100 calories in the form of a patented carbohydrate blend to deliver high-quality, easily-digested and long-lasting energy for athletes. GU also includes electrolytes to ensure proper hydration, an antioxidant blend to stave off muscle tissue damage and an amino acid blend to delay muscle fatigue. GU Energy Gels are the only energy gel with a special blend of Branched Chain Amino Acids to serve as a fuel source (when taken with carbohydrates), reduce muscle damage, enhance recovery and delay fatigue – all critical during intense or long efforts. The fructose converts quickly into an energy molecule that your muscles can tap within minutes. The maltodextrin, which makes up 70-80% of the carbohydrate blend (depending on flavor), takes several minutes longer. Because of this delay, your muscles enjoy a steady stream of energy instead of one gigantic sugar rush and a corresponding crash. GU Energy Gel packs pack 100 calories into every packet. 100 calories is an ideal serving size to suck down 15 minutes before training or racing in order to top off your electrolyte and glucose stores, followed by one every 30-45 minutes along the way, washed down with a few sips of fluid.
- GU ENERGY GEL: Fast-acting, portable fuel designed for athletes of every level. Powered by dual-source carbohydrates, essential electrolytes, and amino acids to help sustain energy, sharpen focus, and support endurance. Vegan, gluten-free, kosher, and Informed Choice Certified with a smooth, easy-to-consume texture in a variety of great-tasting flavors.
- 21-23MG COMPLEX & SIMPLE CARBOHYDRATES: 21-23g per serving of fast & long-lasting carbohydrates formulated with maltodextrin and fructose, which provide sustained energy and quick digestion while reducing the risk of stomach upset.
- 450MG BCAAs / AMINO ACIDS: 450mg of branched-chain amino acids (L-Leucine, L-Valine, L-Isoleucine) to help support muscle performance and recovery. Designed to help reduce muscle soreness and support sustained energy so you can train harder and recover efficiently.
- 60-125MG SODIUM ELECTROLYTE: Each GU Energy Gel packet contains 60–125mg of sodium, the primary electrolyte lost through sweat, to replenish fluid and maintain electrolyte balance and prevent dehydration during intense activities.
- GU ENERGY EST. 1993: For over 30 years, we’ve created sports nutrition that helps athletes of every level sustain energy, optimize hydration, and recover efficiently after hard efforts. We’re committed to protecting our communities and the planet. As a proud member of 1% for the Planet, we donate 1% of annual sales to environmental partners supporting a healthier, more inclusive world for all to move and thrive.
