ENERGY DRINKS

Looking for a natural lift without loads of sugar and additives? These energy drinks are ideal for an instant, hydrating boost – with added functional ingredients for focus and alertness.

Precision Fuel & Hydration Carb Only Drink Mix £39.99 (30 servings), precisionhydration.com

This is the perfect product for those who really want to personalise their nutrition for endurance and ultra-endurance performance. There are no electrolytes by design, to allow you to vary the amount of sodium you consume. That’s smart, because different people will have different sodium requirements, so this product brings carbs at whatever quantity you want, and you can then add the electrolytes you need. Don’t know how much you need? Just scan a QR code that comes with your products and book a free call with one of their nutritionists. Sorted.

WHY WE LIKE IT

• Allows for personalised carb and electrolyte intake

• Neutral flavour to prevent flavour fatigue

• 100% recyclable packaging

WHAT YOU GET

• 120g carbs per litre

• No artificial ingredients

• Informed Sport approved

Cellucor C4 Smart Energy £21.99 (12 cans), activesportsnutrition.co.uk

I’m partial to a nootropic ingredient – something that can enhance cognitive function – which is why I like C4 Smart Energy. As well as caffeine, these cans contain choline bitartrate, which is a precursor to acetylcholine (a neurotransmitter in the brain). Basically, this is a chemical in the brain that helps us think. Over the day acetylcholine becomes a little depleted, resulting in mental fatigue, so a C4 in the morning gives energy for the start of the day and offsets mental fatigue at the end. Smart energy indeed.

WHY WE LIKE IT

• Nootropic blend for all-day mental clarity

• Caffeine, but not too much

• Great flavours with Mango, Red Berry Yuzu and Watermelon

WHAT YOU GET

• 106mg caffeine

• Six calories

• Three flavour options