Collection: HEED sports drink – energy and electrolytes for up to 3 hours

HEED® is a carbohydrate-and-electrolyte sports drink for endurance training and racing lasting up to around 3 hours. It combines energy, hydration and six electrolytes in one bottle, with no added sugar and no citric acid.

Choose a full HEED sports drink tub for regular training and racing, individual HEED sachets for travel or a first trial, or the three-flavour HEED sachet kit to compare flavours before buying a tub.

HEED sports drink for endurance training and racing

HEED is designed for athletes who want carbohydrate energy and electrolytes together rather than carrying separate fuel and hydration products. It is suited to running, cycling, swimming and triathlon sessions where a lighter sports-drink formula is more appropriate than a long-duration liquid meal.

which HEED format should you choose?

HEED tubs for regular training

Choose the HEED tub when HEED is already part of your regular training or race plan and you want multiple servings at home.

individual HEED sachets for travel or testing

Choose an individual HEED sachet when you want a portable single serving or need to test a flavour before committing to a tub.

the three-flavour HEED trial kit

Choose the mixed HEED sachet kit when you want to compare three flavours during training.

HEED, electrolyte drinks or Perpetuem?

If you are deciding between a sports drink and an electrolyte-only drink, read the best sports drink guide for endurance. It explains when athletes need carbohydrate, electrolytes or both.

For training and racing lasting 3 hours or longer, compare HEED with Perpetuem on the long-distance sports drink collection. Perpetuem provides sustained liquid fuel containing complex carbohydrate, soy protein and healthy fat.

frequently asked questions

is HEED suitable for sensitive stomachs?

HEED is lightly flavoured and citric-acid-free, making it an alternative for athletes who prefer to avoid acidic or overly sweet sports drinks. Individual tolerance varies, so test the chosen mix during training.

does HEED contain carbohydrates and electrolytes?

Yes. HEED combines maltodextrin-based carbohydrate with six electrolytes to provide energy and hydration together.

is HEED suitable for running and cycling?

Yes. HEED can be used for running, cycling, swimming and triathlon sessions lasting up to around 3 hours. Browse the running sports drinks and cycling sports drinks collections for sport-specific choices.

Test any sports drink, concentration and fuelling schedule during training before using it in an important event.