The PF 90 Gel by Precision Fuel & Hydration delivers as much carbohydrate as around three-four standard energy gels to help athletes stay fuelled for longer.
The vegan product, which contains no artificial ingredients and has been certified by global anti-doping programme Informed Sport, has been designed with long runs and rides in mind.
The pouch has a resealable cap, meaning it can be consumed in stages without creating mess or wastage.
The PF 90 Gel is the latest addition to Precision Fuel & Hydration’s fuelling range, following its PF 30 Gel and PF 30 Drink Mix. As with those initial products, the new gel contains twice as much glucose than fructose to aid carb uptake.
Former IRONMAN 70.3 Dubai winner Adam Bowden said “The fact I know the PF 90 Gel has 90g of carbohydrate in each pouch makes it easier for me to hit my numbers and know how much fuel I’m consuming. The gel is palatable, easy to carry, and the resealable lid ensures it’s the perfect choice for long races.”
Precision Fuel & Hydration co-founder Andy Blow, said “It’s often claimed that the maximum hourly carbohydrate intake that can be tolerated during exercise without causing stomach upset is 90g per hour, but there’s been a growing trend for athletes to report consuming more than this supposed 90g ceiling.
“In our work with elite athletes we’ve certainly observed similarly high levels of intake in cyclists and triathletes.”
(Citing the example of marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge, he’s reported to have been utilising carbohydrate intakes of greater than 100g/h in both his Breaking2 attempts back in 2017 and 2019.)
Dorset-based Precision Fuel & Hydration unveiled its Quick Carb Calculator last year, which enables athletes to work out how much carb they need per hour in different scenarios.
Blow said “In our experience, most amateur athletes tend to not consume enough carbohydrate per hour during hard training sessions and races.
“If this is the case for you, it’s actually great news as it means there’s a strong chance you’ll be able to unlock some improvements in your performance and recovery if you’re able to dial your intake up and give your body a little more fuel to burn when you’re working hard.”
Founded in 2011 by Blow, with help from heart surgeon Professor Raj Jutley, the company has worked with a long list of elite global sporting talent, including teams from the Premier League, Rugby Premiership and major US sports, to Olympians, Wimbledon tennis finalists and Tour de France riders.
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