Huma Chia Energy Gel - Original

So far, I really prefer this brand over the others. It’s very easy on my stomach. A little bit thinner in it’s consistency so it’s easier to consume when you’re pushing hard. The flavors are pretty good as well. Not nauseatingly sweet.The only drawback, if I would have to point something out, is that the packaging is a little bit larger than some of the other brands. If you’re running, and you have limited space, you do have to get creative where to carry them.

Love these little packets. I use them for my races (sprint tri’s and 70.3 Ironman). They don’t upset my stomach, they don’t require an urgent trip to the bathroom, and they taste pretty good. I actually need to pick up some more before the next 70.3 Ironman.

Training for an ultra marathon and I can actually feel the sustained energy these provide. Plus, they taste great!

Perfect! Did not bother my stomach or make me feel gittery. I was also surprised at the taste and flavors. They’re really good and perfect on the go. Although I like them cold so mine are in the fridge when I’m ready for one.

I've been using these for a week now on my bike rides, and they seem ok. The taste is like a gooey jelly which is fine by me. I can definitely feel the burst of energy kick in after a couple miles.

The Strawberry flavor of Huma Chia Energy Gels has become a staple in my workout routine. In 2016, I started training for my first half-marathon and at the time had been researching how to properly fuel for a race. On the internet, I found a variety of articles that outlined the benefits of carb-loading the night or two before a long-distance race in order to prevent hitting a wall. I also found articles offering advice on foods that I should avoid eating. I was reading a blog article from a plant-based runner and noticed that she had been incorporating Huma Chia Energy Gels into her running routine. I started researching the company and loved the fact that they were 100% natural and vegan friendly! For the strawberry flavor, the ingredients include, strawberry puree, evaporated cane juice, brown rice syrup, filtered water, milled chia seeds, strawberry concentrate, sea salt and citric acid. The fact that the ingredient label wasn't laden with chemicals, was one of the reasons why I decided to try the product. I really enjoy the strawberry taste and it's not too sweet so I decided test out this fuel on my Saturday morning training runs before making it a part of my half-marathon race strategy. It's a great product, and the gels stayed fresh in the packaging while I was in training season.Normal glycogen levels stored in the body are insufficient for fueling a half marathon. This is especially true if, like myself, it takes you more than 90 minutes to complete a half marathon. Therefore, you should plan to consume carbs at least once during the half marathon and twice if you anticipate finishing the half marathon after 2 hours. The company recommends that consumers eat one packet 15 minutes prior to exercise and then one packet, every 30-45 minutes which I find to be a bit excessive but it all depends on what works for your body. If you’re consuming Huma Chia Energy Gel, I suggest doing this between miles 6-8, aiming to fuel halfway through the half-marathon. If your stomach can’t handle too many carbs at one time, slowly consume your fuel of choice over the course of those three miles. The Amazon Customer, Lentil1, gave the product 1 star ranking and in the review mentioned that with having a very sensitive stomach, both the GU and Huma Chia Energy Gels have caused stomach pain after the race. The user consumed 5 gels during the race which in my honest opinion appears to be too much. If the user had tested out the product before race day, there's a good chance they would've figured out just the right number of gels that they need to consume in order to have a successful race day.Some organized race coordinators will provide energy gels at the water stations along with Gatorade. Another comparable brand name, GU Energy Gels, is one of the more popular brands that I find is offered to runners. I've tried the GU Chocolate Outrage flavor, which tastes very similar to a brownie but was a bit too sweet for me to consume during a long race. I would only recommend consuming the gels offered during the race if you have already tried the brand before. Otherwise, I would suggest that you prepare the night before and make sure to bring some fuel with you. The bottom line is to develop a hydration and fueling plan that will allow you to run a strong race and will help you maintain your energy levels!

Love these gel packs for riding. I actually enjoy all the flavors and find they don’t give me any stomach issues on long rides.

Good on the stomach. Great natural tasting as opposed to GU’s kinda fake flavors. Got me through marathon training. Would love a caffeine option.