GasX is an Ironman race saver. Take one before the race starts, have another couple at your disposal on the bike, and force some down on the run. Keeping your digestion moving is a big part of having a successful race day experience. A bloated belly is a sure fire way to make you not want to consume needed calories, and the alkaline calcium phospahte contained within can help your electrolyte balance. It’s best not to wait until the problem starts. Pop a few of these throughout the day – they even have dissolvable strips for that minty fresh breath. I would stick with the chewables, however, they seem to work faster.
[...] food 30 minutes before getting off the bike. We like fruit source bars. *Don’t forget your GasX – even an Advil or two works wonders later in the bike. *Water is your friend, but if Gatorade [...]