The right running nutrition and hydration strategy can be the difference between a great run and a long, tough day out. Whether you're heading out for a quick training session, tackling a marathon, or preparing for an ultra on the trails, your body needs the right fuel to perform, adapt and recover.
At Coast to Mountain Running, we’ve carefully curated a range of sports nutrition and hydration products for runners that we trust ourselves and see working for our community. From energy gels, chews and bars to electrolyte drink mixes, hydration solutions and recovery nutrition, our range is designed to support runners across every distance.
Proper running nutrition helps maintain energy levels, supports endurance and delays fatigue, while hydration and electrolytes help replace the fluids and minerals lost through sweat. Getting this balance right becomes even more important during long runs, marathon racing and ultra-distance events, where fuelling consistently can make all the difference.
Our collection features trusted brands used by endurance athletes around the world, making it easier to find the running fuel and hydration products that work best for your body, your training and your race goals.
Whether you're building your race day nutrition strategy, experimenting with fuel during long runs, or simply looking for reliable hydration for training, you'll find the essentials here to keep you moving from the first kilometre to the finish line.
Explore our full range of running nutrition, electrolytes, energy gels and hydration products and stay fuelled for every run.
Common Questions About Running Nutrition
What nutrition should runners use for training and racing?
Most runners use a combination of energy gels, hydration mixes and electrolytes to maintain energy levels and replace fluids during training runs, marathons and ultra-distance events. Practising your nutrition strategy during long runs helps your body absorb fuel more efficiently and reduces the risk of fatigue or hitting the wall on race day.
What nutrition should runners use for long runs?
For runs lasting longer than 60 to 90 minutes, many runners rely on energy gels, chews or carbohydrate drink mixes to maintain energy levels. Consuming fuel during longer sessions helps support endurance and keeps energy levels steady throughout the run.
How often should you take energy gels when running?
Many runners aim to consume fuel every 30 to 45 minutes during longer runs or races. The exact timing depends on the intensity of the effort and the runner’s individual nutrition strategy, but practising this during training helps avoid energy dips on race day.
Why are electrolytes important for runners?
Electrolytes help replace minerals lost through sweat during training and racing. Maintaining electrolyte balance supports hydration, muscle function and overall endurance, particularly during hot conditions or long-distance efforts.
What hydration should runners use during training?
Hydration needs vary depending on distance, weather and sweat rate. Many runners use electrolyte drink mixes or hydration solutions during longer runs to help maintain fluid balance and support performance.
