Energy and Electrolyte
For food on the move (or for those 5 biscuit routes), we carry a range of energy bars and gels from High 5 and Clif Bar. They are less breakable, much better for you, and put less crumbs down your shirt than bourbon creams. Several members of staff now buy their Clif Bar's in bulk boxes, to save us ordering new ones for the shop every second day. The High 5 gels and Clif Shot Bloks are great for endurance hill types, runners and mountain marathon enthusiasts, being the quickest way we know to get an energy boost, but don't try then when you've run out of water, they need a bit of help to slide down.
To help keep you hydrated, energized and provide you with sufficient amounts of salt to retain and make use of fluid and carbohydrates effectively during exercise, we supply High 5's range of dilutable powders in sachet and tablet form. Post activity recovery is equally important on multi day events and expeditions and as part of training programs so we also carry recovery bars, protein bars and powders again from High 5.
You should also look at Mountain Fuel, a full days menu of easy to make, easy to consume and digest fuel and recovery drinks. They don't take away the need for sustenance in the form of solid food but their combination of a pre-excercise high energy breakfast drink, during excercise energy drinks, post excericse recovery drink and night drink to help you recover and get the best rest whilst you sleep combine to make them essential hill goers supplements. You can follow the daily menu or select the ones you need the most. The're really tasty too.
For full information on the best way to enhance and maintain top performance it is well worth reading High Five's information sheet for your given activity. They detail the importance of proper eating and drinking before, during and after activity and the way in which carbonhydrates and fluid can now be absorbed much more efficiently than ever before.
Romney's White Kendal Mint Cake
Romney's White Kendal Mint Cake is a key piece of Mountain Survival and a definite Hiking Essential. Food for fuel when you are exerting yourself and the perfect pick-me-up.
Salt Stick Electrolyte Caps 4 Capsule Trial Pack
The Salt Stick Electrolyte Caps 4 Capsule Trial Pack is a convenient and effective solution for replenishing essential electrolytes during physical activities, making it an ideal choice for athletes, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone engaged in strenuous exercise. Designed to support hydration and maintain electrolyte balance, these capsules are a must-have for those who want to maximise their performance and stay energised.
Salt Stick Fastchews
If you sweat, you're losing electrolytes. Effective and portable, SaltStick FastChews help keep you hydrated, avoid heat stress and prevent cramping, whether you're on the trails, on the court or on the job. The secret to FastChews is the quick-dissolving tablet formulation. FastChews kickstart the electrolyte absorption process by entering the bloodstream through the lining of your mouth, which studies have shown to absorb nutrients 2-4x faster than through the small intestine.
Tailwind Endurance Fuel
Tailwind Endurance Fuel makes getting the right level of nutrition for long days training or racing simple. Tailwind offers complete energy, electrolyte and hydration in one simple drink, with a range of clean and light flavours to choose from. When mixed with water, Tailwind's glucose/sucrose fuel will take advantage of how your body absorbs fuel and maximise your intake of calories, all while being easy on the digestive system. Once in the bloodstream, Tailwind’s glucose fuel directly powers muscles, sparing precious glycogen stores and allowing you to go longer and at higher intensities without 'bonking'.
Tailwind Endurance Fuel 30 Serving Pouch
Tailwind Endurance Fuel makes getting the right level of nutrition for long days training or racing simple. Tailwind offers complete energy, electrolyte and hydration in one simple drink, with a range of clean and light flavours to choose from. When mixed with water, Tailwind's glucose/sucrose fuel will take advantage of how your body absorbs fuel and maximise your intake of calories, all while being easy on the digestive system. Once in the bloodstream, Tailwind’s glucose fuel directly powers muscles, sparing precious glycogen stores and allowing you to go longer and at higher intensities without 'bonking'.
