I was contacted by the people at VFuel awhile back to do a giveaway and review. They were working on a new website so we waited until it was complete so I could share it with you! It is beautiful, so be sure to go take a look. I was excited to try this endurance gel because I had heard awesome things about the natural ingredients used, without sacrificing taste. As a picky “taster”, I have to admit they hit the nail on the head with this product!
There are three flavors: chocolate, vanilla, and peach cobbler (my favorite!) All three flavors are made with organic and natural flavors. No extra additives, nothing you can’t pronounce, etc. I had also been told wonderful things about the digestibility of this gel. Folks, if you have a sensitive stomach when it comes to fueling during endurance activities, I challenge you to try out VFuel. Apparently, the issue that causes people GI distress is the fructose in the gels. VFuel uses dextrose, which is much easier to digest. Your body can only handle so much fructose when you are working out, so adding more to it can cause bloating, constipation, or diarrhea, so why do it to yourself? try something new!
Ok, so what about performance? I was skeptical about the idea of this new formula giving me the energy and endurance I needed for marathon training like other gels can, and honestly, I felt just as great using this gel as I have with other brands. It gave me the boost I needed mid run, and I used it during Goofy’s challenge in January (where I PR’ed) and the Princess half marathon in February (where I PRed). So obviously, it’s helping me! I will continue to use it, and know that not only am I fueling my body, but that I am doing so with healthy and natural ingredients. I can’t wait for yall to try this product for yourselves.
VFuel has been kind enough to giveaway a box to one lucky reader, flavor of your choice (Peach cobbler is the bomb.com) See below to find out how to win! Giveaway: Open March 12-March 16, winner announced Sunday, March 17th 2013 on the blog.
*Heather’s Looking Glass readers can save 20% on the VFuel website! Just enter code LookingGlass at checkout!
*Don’t forget, TODAY is the day, you an register for the Wine and Dine half marathon!
*I was compensated for this review however, all thoughts and opinions are as always 100% my own.
I’d use it for my two planned half-marathon PR attempts later this year – one in May and one in August!
I’m don’t have any specific races coming up but would use them for my longer runs!
I’d use it while training for my next marathon this summer!
Most gels taste terrible. I will have to try this one.
for my long runs!
I’d love to try this!
I love that they use dextrose instead of fructose. Can’t wait to try it!
I am not training for an event, but since this is only my second year running, I want to start doing longer runs and adding more distance, so I think I will need to fuel if I do that. However, my hubby and I do some really long mtn. bike rides, so we both would use this product then!
Keys100 Baybee!
I’d love to try them out for my upcoming marathon!
Peach cobbler sounds yummy, I would use on any run over 10 miles.
I would use this for my upcoming half!
I’m always leery of buying new “fuel” for my long runs….But winning free “fuel” would be a sure way for me to give VFuel a try!
I think the peach cobbler sounds yummy!
I am trying to pr in the Pittsburgh half in May. I’ve always has tummy trouble with my long runs and it has been a roller coaster trying to find what works for me. My salt intake seems to be the key, but when I would take anything with fructose during the run, it would seem to be worse. I’m excited that these have zero fructose and are all natural!! Thanks for reviewing!!!
I would use VFuel for my upcoming half marathon!!
I don’t like most gels because they don’t agree with my stomach, so I would love to try a different brand and hopefully get better results!!
I’m working on half marathon and triathlon training and would definitely use this for those training!
I would use if for my upcoming marathon in May!
I’m not sure I’ve seen that brand actually. I’d definitely use it for my long runs or during a half. Though, my running partner wants us to do a 50 mile bike race. I’m thinking I could use those then for sure!!
I’ve been looking for something new as I’m not tolerating the bloks as well as I used to – will definitely check this out as I’ll need something for Grandma’s Half in June!
I have 2 q/2 Marathons in April and I have such a hard time fueling during runs because I just do not do well with the GU!
I would love to win this!
Would use for long runs and marathon
I love vanilla flavored gels. I think they taste like icing!
I would use it for the Space Coast (half) and Disney (full) marathons
I’m training for a HM – these would be perfect for refueling!
I’d use them in training for the Dumbo Double Dare, as well as the Rock ‘n’ Roll San Diego Half that I just signed up for!!
I would use on the next big race the Crescent City Classic. Peach Cobbler sounds yummy. I don’t like most other gels
I’d love to try them for my upcoming half!
I would use it for the Dumbo Double Dare in August at Disneyland! Peach cobbler sounds yummy!
I would love to try this gel. I would use it for some half marathons I have on my schedule and possibly and full this summer!
Eek! So excited. I was about to go fuel shppping for my.half marathon next month. Want to start training with some gel. Plus I’ve been jealous since you posted a picture of peach cobbler flavor on instagram.
Awesome that you were able to get a boost from it
I would love to try the peach cobbler flavor- it sounds terrific!
I eat organic in my day to day life so I was really excited to read about this product! I will have to try it out for my upcoming long runs and my half-marathon in May!
I’ve got Tough Mudder coming up this September, and I’ve also got a free entry into another long run that I get to choose 3, 6, 12 hours to run or even their 50k (FYI not ready for this). So, I’ve got options.
Yum! I tried this Gu too and liked it!
I would use it for running. Peach Cobbler sounds yummy!
My goal this year is to run 4 5ks and 4 10ks and then do the Princess half Marathon next Feb. I’d probably use one of these for the 10k+ races!
I would use vfuel during my marathon coming up in April!
I would use this for my second half marathon coming up on April 7th, in Atlantic City!
I think I would use these for a half marathon I have coming up in a few months.
I have 8 family members signed up for Disneyland Half and now Wine and Dine Half, most are either 1st time or 2nd timers and one of their biggest training complaints are regarding the taste/consistency/relevance of other gels, basically I have a bunch of unhappy trainees. Would love to try VFuel as an alternative to other gels for my crew!
I would love to try out this product in preparation for longer runs – I plan to refuel whenever I’m running 10 miles or more. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
I would use it for training and during the Wine n Dine Half Marathon at WDW this November!
Thanks for the chance to win!!! I would try it on my long runs before the Delaware Half marathon.
I would use VFuel to help me increase my distance. I am hoping to do a 15K at the end of next month, but I feel a little weak when I try to push past 5 miles.
I would use it for my long runs as I am training up to the Nike Womens’ Half marathon in April.
I don’t have any specific races scheduled, but I am working on increasing my distance, so I’d use this for my long runs.
I would use it while I am training for my third Austin half-marathon next year and see if it helps me get a PR!
I’ve heard some great things about the VFuel Gels! I can’t wait to try them myself!
I am running a half in April. I will use it for my training runs and my half!
I would love to try it for my longer runs. Always looking for healthier choices.
I would use it for my training runs and then the 2014 Disney Princess Half!
Ooooo I totally need a new gel. I’d love to try one that’s more natural.
Since I am only so so on gels I would love to give this a try.
I would use it for the upcoming Nike Women’s 1/2 marathon in DC
These sound really great! Congrats on your recent PRs
I would love to give these a try!
I would use VFuel at the upcoming 10 mile Broad Street Run.
I would use it for my first half marathon coming up in September: Disneyland Half Marathon!
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Would love to try a new gel since I haven’t had one i liked yet. Have a 10k coming up and am going to start training for my first full!
Disney Wine & Dine
This is interesting I’m thinking of doing a half marathon later this year and need to look at fuel. Do you know if they have it in Australia yet?
I’m not sure, did you check out their website?
I’ve never even heard of VFuel. interesting.
I would use them to train for my marathons!
I have a bunch of races this year–I have the cherry blossom 10 miler in a few weeks, the inaugural Nike women’s half marathon in dc, and the marine corps marathon in the fall. I’ll need all the fuel to keep my legs moving all summer long while I spend it in Dallas for work (ughhhh)
Interesting- I have a super sensitive stomach that plagues me on any run over 10 miles. It makes marathon training rough, I would love to try it on my long runs!
The peachtree road race in July!
I would use them at the Fiesta Mission 10k or the Texas Flower Country 10k I have coming up. Peach cobbler is calling my name.
Looks interesting – I’ve never used gel before but I’m starting to stretch out my long runs so maybe I need to look into it.
As someone with GI issues and who can’t eat during a long run, I would love to try these!
I will be running my first full marathon in the fall. I have never tried any gels, only chews. Would love to try these!
Ooh, peach cobbler sounds yummy! I’m a GU girl, but would definitely try these, since they are not supposed to upset your tummy either!
I’d use it for the Nike Women’s Half in DC
I would use it for the Oak Barrel Half in April
I’m doing my first 1/2 marathon in May- this may be just what I need!
I would love to give these a try for Wine and Dine!
I have been dying to try this stuff! I’d use it on one of my 26 half marathons this year!
These would be great for the 3 marathons I have coming up!
I have my first half marathon coming up! I would definitely use it for that! If it doesn’t arrive in time for that, then my second one is scheduled at the end of April! WOOHOO!
I would use it for my first full marathon in May!!
I would use it for my next upcoming race (5K) in O’Fallon, IL! This will be a good trial for my longer races.
This product sounds amazing! I would use it for training for my first half as well as my upcoming Color Me Rad!
I’d love to use this for half marathons!!
the Disney Princess Half Marathon was my first Half. Now I am determined to keep running and improve my time. I am looking for another Half closer to home. I would use the gels for this.
I would love to try it for my half marathon. I have never tried any energy gels but the peach cobbler sounds really good.
I would use it for my longer training runs on Sunday mornings (mostly to keep up the pace with my running partner since he has already completed his first Full and I’m still working up to my first 1/2).
I would use it as fuel for my long runs!