Homemade Energy Gel Recipe

Hello everyone!

We decided it might be a fun idea to share some of the weird recipes I use. If you have a better idea (impossible) let me know! I must say, I've been using this gel for a couple weeks now, and it has worked great. I've used it for high intensity workouts and long slow workouts. So, without further aGU here is the recipe.

(Makes about the amount of two standard energy gels.)

• 1T honey (or agave if that's your thing)
• 1T molasses (I know, it's weird, bear with me)
• 1T chia seeds
• 1-2T water 
• 1 pinch of sea salt
• 1/4c coffee

I put this all in a little running flask, let it sit for a bit so the chia seeds can soak in the liquid, then shake it up really good, and throw it in the fridge til it's time to run/bike.

Before I go further I should say I am not a doctor, nutritionist, or an expert in any field regarding sports nutrition. I did however take a biology class in college, and I'm pretty sure I even passed. But judging on my research, here is a rough take on the nutritional facts of this experiment.

70g per batch (minus the coffee)

180 calories

40 calories from fat (fat is needed for these long workouts)

4.5g total fat (7% DV)

460mg sodium

293mg potassium (8% DV)

35g carbs

28g sugar

3g protein

So, why is this better than what you can find in the store? That's a great question..

Honey is an excellent all natural energy source. Not to mention it's good for preventing allergies. Plus, it's sweet and delicious.

Molasses (which is not tasty by the way) has a TON of potassium. This will help prevent cramps and is one of the electrolytes found in sports drinks and energy gels.

Chia Seeds are all the rage right now. But for good reason. They have a ton of fiber, fat, and protein. This gel has a lot more fat and protein then the average gel out there.

Sea Salt is far better for you than table salt. The sodium in this will help prevent cramps as well.

Oh and Coffee is delicious and makes the gel taste better and gives you a little caffeine kick. Not too much though. I would think too much coffee on a race course wouldn't be good.

I should probably also say, this should be consumed while working out or maybe a little bit before. Do not make three batches and eat a big bowl of it for breakfast because you will get sick for sure. But if you consume maybe a serving per hour or so you should be good.

Cheers! Prost! Kampai!

Jeff