Dextrose (also known as glucose) and fructose, are both simple carbohydrates that allow for easy digestion, unlike complex carbohydrates such as maltodextrin. Dextrose acts quickly in the gut, for immediate energy, whilst fructose is converted more gradually, which helps with sustained energy release.

Delivered in a perfect ratio of 1:0.8, and a total of 29.3g carbohydrates, this dual source carbohydrate strategy helps to sustain blood glucose levels and delay fatigue in a gut-friendly manner, which is essential for the endurance athlete.

• With 220mg of sea salt, the Gel X Pro helps to replace sodium which is the predominant electrolyte lost through sweat. Sodium is essential for the regulation of extracellular fluid balance and supports fluid retention to prevent dehydration and avoid muscular cramps. Sodium is also known to enhance carbohydrate absorption for sustained endurance during exercise. Unlike refined table salt, sea salt retains important trace minerals such as potassium, magnesium, and calcium, which are essential for performance.

Many traditional gels lack sufficient electrolytes, which gives the Gel X Pro the edge in hydration and sustained performance.

Alanine is a non-essential amino acid, known for its important role in regulating blood sugar, and preserving muscle tissue during prolonged exercise. The Gel X Pro includes 400mg of alanine, to offer an alternative source of energy which helps to reduce muscle breakdown, and support recovery. It also plays a key role in the glucose-alanine cycle, to provide steady energy levels and prevent drops in blood sugar levels. 

These attributes are important for maintaining performance, reducing the rate of fatigue, and to provide stable energy levels.

Sodium citrate is the sodium salt of citric acid, which is a naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruits. It provides multiple benefits for an athlete, such as reducing muscle acidity during intense exercise by acting as a buffer. Sodium is also an important electrolyte lost through sweat, and plays an important role in nerve signalling, muscle contractions, and fluid balance. Sodium citrate also aids in optimal hydration, as it improves electrolyte and water absorption whilst being easier on the gut than regular table salt (sodium chloride).

As an athlete, sodium chloride is a great inclusion, especially during long or intense workouts where hydration and pH balance are key.

An organic acid naturally found in citrus fruit, citric acid is primarily valued for flavor enhancement, preservation, and pH control of a sports nutrition product. It brings a pleasantly tangy taste that helps to balance the sweetness of the Gel X Pro, which makes them more enjoyable to consume, especially over many hours of endurance exercise.

Coffee beans: Helping to provide 50mg (Vanilla Maple flavour) and 75mg (Colbrew Espresso flavour) of naturally occurring caffeine for optimal performance. Caffeine is one of the most reliable and widely studied performance-enhancing ingredients, helping to extend time to exhaustion and lower perceived effort during exercise. It also facilitates the release of free fatty acids, increasing fat oxidation and preserving glycogen, which is a key factor in sustained performance during prolonged exercise.

Green tea extract: In the Coldbrew Espresso flavour of Gel X Pro, green tea extract not only adds natural caffeine but also delivers key performance benefits. It supports antioxidant protection, fat metabolism, and glycogen sparing, helping to extend endurance. Its role in immune support, muscle recovery, and neuromuscular function under fatigue makes it especially valuable for athletes training at high volumes or with minimal recovery time.