The Triathlete's Guide to Cheap Fueling

Save $1,500/Year on Sports Nutrition

Stop wasting money on overpriced sports nutrition. This guide shows you how to make effective DIY fuel for 80-90% less than premium brands.

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Are You Tired of Spending $200+ Per Month on Gels, Drinks, and Bars?

You're not alone. And you're right to be skeptical.

The sports nutrition industry has built a multi-billion dollar empire convincing athletes that expensive branded products are essential for performance.

Here's what they don't want you to know: A $4 energy gel contains the same ingredients as a 15-cent homemade version.

The Numbers Don't Lie

Typical Annual Spending

Training drinks$480
Energy gels$480
Recovery drinks$360
Energy bars$300
TOTAL$1,620/year

Your Cost With This Guide

Bulk ingredients$360
Optional race day premium$100
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TOTAL$460/year

Annual savings: $1,160

3-year savings: $3,480 (that's a new bike!)

What You'll Get

✓ Complete Cost Breakdown

  • • Dollar-for-dollar comparison: Premium vs DIY
  • • Annual savings calculator
  • • Ingredient cost analysis
  • • Where the "premium" markup really goes

✓ The Science of Fueling (Made Simple)

  • • What your body actually needs (spoiler: it's simpler than you think)
  • • Personal fueling calculator for YOUR body weight and intensity
  • • Carbs, electrolytes, and hydration explained
  • • Race-specific fueling plans (Sprint, Olympic, 70.3, Ironman)

✓ 25+ Proven DIY Recipes

Sports Drinks:

  • • Basic isotonic drink
  • • Apple juice sports drink
  • • Lemon-lime race fuel
  • • Cold brew coffee drink
  • • And more...

Energy Gels & Shots:

  • • Maple syrup gel
  • • Honey-maltodextrin super gel
  • • Date paste energy shot
  • • Caffeinated chocolate gel
  • • "Gummy" gel alternatives

Recovery Drinks:

  • • Upgraded chocolate milk
  • • Tart cherry recovery drink
  • • Banana protein smoothie
  • • Oat milk recovery shake

Energy Bars & Balls:

  • • No-bake energy balls
  • • Rice crispy energy bars
  • • Homemade "Clif" bars
  • • Fig & nut energy bars

✓ Complete Shopping Guide

  • • Where to buy bulk ingredients (Costco, Amazon, etc.)
  • • Starter kit: exactly what to buy and how much
  • • $151 investment = 6 months of fueling
  • • Storage tips and shelf life guide

✓ Race Day Strategy

  • • Sample fueling plans for every distance
  • • Mixing DIY with aid station fuel
  • • Troubleshooting guide (bonking, cramping, GI issues)
  • • Hour-by-hour race fueling breakdown

What You'll Save On

Sports drinks

83%

Energy gels

86-95%

Electrolyte tablets

68%

Recovery drinks

81%

Energy bars

68%

The guide pays for itself after your first batch of fuel.

What People Are Saying

"I've been spending $200/month on sports nutrition for years. After reading this guide, I made my first batch of DIY fuel for $15. It worked perfectly on my long ride. Why didn't I do this sooner?!"

Sarah M., Age group triathlete

"The cost comparison section alone is worth it. I had no idea how much markup there is on these products. I'm saving for a new wheelset with the money I'm not spending on gels."

Mike T., Half Ironman finisher

"Simple, practical, and effective. The recipes actually work and taste good. My training partners think I'm crazy for making my own fuel until I tell them I'm saving $1,500/year."

Jessica R., Olympic distance triathlete

Frequently Asked Questions

Will homemade fuel work as well as premium brands?

Yes. The main ingredients are identical: carbohydrates, electrolytes, and water. A $4 Maurten gel and a $0.15 homemade gel contain the exact same maltodextrin and fructose.

Is it time-consuming to make?

90 minutes of batch prep on Sunday gives you fuel for the entire week. Mixing a sports drink takes 30 seconds.

What if I mess up the recipe?

The recipes are simple (sugar + salt + water). Hard to mess up significantly. Worst case: adjust flavor next time.

Can I still use premium products sometimes?

Absolutely! Many athletes train on DIY fuel and use premium products on race day for convenience. You'll still save 80%+.

Do I need special equipment?

No. Just basic kitchen items (measuring cups, bottles, containers). Optional: food processor for bars, blender for recovery drinks.

Who This Is For

✓ Beginner to intermediate triathletes overwhelmed by nutrition choices

✓ Budget-conscious athletes who want results without premium prices

✓ Skeptics who suspect sports nutrition is overpriced

✓ DIY enthusiasts who enjoy making their own solutions

✓ Anyone tired of $3 gels and $40 drink mixes

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P.S. - Do the Math

If you're training for a Half Ironman or Ironman, you're probably spending $150-250/month on sports nutrition.

That's $1,800-3,000/year.

This $14.99 guide will show you how to get the same results for $300-400/year.

ROI: 7,000%+

The question isn't "Should I buy this?"
The question is "How much longer am I willing to overpay?"