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ENERGY & RECOVERY DRINKS

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Your nutrition strategy is a fundamental part of your performance. This collection of energy and recovery drinks provides the specific fuel required to sustain your effort during long runs and accelerate the repair process afterwards. These formulations are designed for rapid absorption to support your body when it needs it most.

For sustained output during training and racing, our energy drinks deliver a supply of easily digestible carbohydrates. Consuming carbohydrates during extended activity helps to preserve your body's own fuel stores, delaying fatigue and allowing you to maintain your pace. Formulations use blends of dextrose and sucrose to provide fast energy and often include electrolytes to support hydration.

After your run, a recovery drink kickstarts the repair process. These drinks are formulated with an ideal ratio of carbohydrates to protein, which works to replenish your muscle glycogen stores and provide the building blocks for muscle repair. Many also contain electrolytes to aid rehydration. With options from brands, you can find the right product to reduce muscle soreness and prepare you to train again sooner.
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Energy drinks provide quick-access carbohydrates and electrolytes to fuel performance and maintain hydration during exercise. Recovery drinks, often containing protein and carbs, help repair muscles, restore glycogen, and reduce soreness post-run—getting you back out running faster. Options at Runners Need include hydro tablets, protein powders, and electrolyte blends designed for runners’ needs.

Use energy drinks before or during your run to boost stamina and prevent fatigue, especially on long or intense sessions. Recovery drinks are best consumed within 30–45 minutes after exercise, as they deliver protein and carbohydrates to repair muscle tissue and speed up recovery.

Hydro tablets dissolve in water to quickly replace electrolytes lost through sweat, helping prevent cramps and fatigue. They’re virtually calorie-free and ideal for staying hydrated during long runs, hot weather, or whenever you need rapid electrolyte replenishment without extra sugar.

Isotonic drinks offer balanced hydration and energy, making them suitable for most runs. Hypotonic drinks absorb fastest, ideal for rehydration in hot conditions. Hypertonic drinks have higher carbohydrate content and are best for post-run recovery, as they help restore glycogen and support muscle repair.

Yes, these drinks are designed for anyone looking to optimise performance and recovery, from beginners to experienced athletes. Always check the ingredients if you have dietary restrictions, and remember that energy and recovery drinks should complement—not replace—a balanced diet.

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