Hydration and endurance fuel in South Africa
Electrolytes, gels and carb drinks for Comrades, Two Oceans, the Cape Town Cycle Tour and training in South African heat.
Best in South Africa, 2026
25 answered questions
- How much sodium do you need per hour when running in South African heat?
- What are the best energy gels in South Africa?
- What is the best electrolyte powder in South Africa?
- Do caffeine gels improve endurance performance?
- Do salt tablets prevent cramps?
- Do you need electrolytes or is water enough?
- How do you carb load for a marathon?
- How do you make a homemade electrolyte drink in South Africa?
- How does 32Gi compare with other South African gels?
- How many carbs per hour do you need for a marathon or ultra?
- How much do electrolyte powders and tablets cost per serving in South Africa?
- How much water should runners drink in hot weather in South Africa?
- Is 32Gi a good sports nutrition brand in South Africa?
- What is hyponatraemia and how do runners avoid it in South Africa?
- What is the cheapest energy gel per 30 g of carbohydrate in South Africa?
- Do you need protein during ultra events?
- Electrolyte tablets vs powders: which is better?
- How do you avoid hitting the wall in a marathon?
- How do you stay hydrated training in summer heat in South Africa?
- Is chocolate milk a good recovery drink?
- Is coconut water better than a sports drink?
- What are the best hydration tablets in South Africa?
- What is the best carb drink for cycling in South Africa?
- What is the best recovery drink after a long run in South Africa?
- Where can you buy energy gels and electrolytes in South Africa?