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Fuelling the Fells: Top Nutrition Tips for the 13 Valleys Ultra Series13 Valleys Ultra nutrition made simple. Learn how to fuel for the 2, 5, 7 and 13 Valleys with advice on carbs, hydration, electrolytes and recovery.
Gravel Rocks – And Rocks Some More! 2026 Event ReportHands down THE best race format out there: a full weekend of riding, racing, laughing, suffering, fuelling, and hanging out with the best people.
The Gralloch Gravel Race 2026: Training & Fuelling InsightsHow consistent training, disciplined nutrition, and the right fuel helps deliver a strong gravel performance
Daniella Cullum Wins British Crit Champs: Race Fuelling TipsDaniella Cullum Claims British Crit Champs Title
UTS 100 Mile Guide: Training, Fuelling & Tips from Mark DarbyshireAn Ultra Trail running masterclass saw Mark Darbyshire win the UTS 100 mile event in May 2024…
Beyond The Ultimate : 250km Namib Desert UltraHydrating, Fueling and Preparing for The Desert Ultra…
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Lactic BufferSodium Bicarb CalculatorSodium bicarbonate buffers the acid produced in high-intensity efforts, delaying that burning-legs feeling in events from 1–10 minutes or with repeated hard bouts.Get My Bicarb Dose
Oxygen EfficiencyNitrate CalculatorDietary nitrate from beetroot boosts nitric oxide, improving blood flow and muscle efficiency — hold the same pace at a lower oxygen cost.Get My Nitrate Dose
HydrationElectrolytes CalculatorSweat rate and sodium loss can vary hugely between athletes, which highlights the need for an electrolyte calculator to advise your strategy. Matching your fluid and electrolyte intake to your conditions, duration and personal sweat profile will help you beat cramp and dehydration, while maintaining performance, with your optimal hydration plan.Get My Hydration Plan
Energy & FuellingCarbohydrate CalculatorYour muscles only store around 90 minutes of glycogen. Fuelling with 30–90g of carbs per hour maintains blood glucose and delays fatigue, under-fuelling is why so many fade late in a race.Get My Fuelling Plan
RecoveryProtein CalculatorProtein taken soon after exercise provides the amino acids to repair and rebuild muscle, around 0.25–0.4g per kg of body weight maximises muscle protein synthesis and speeds recovery between sessions.Get My Recovery Serving
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