Collection: Triathlon nutrition for swim, bike, run & recovery
Triathlon nutrition for every distance — sprint, Olympic, 70.3 and Iron distance triathlon. Hammer’s approach: steady energy across all three disciplines, full-spectrum hydration and effective recovery. No excessive sugars, no GI distress, no mid-race crashes.
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Fuel by Triathlon Distance
| Sprint | HEED 30–45 mins before + Hammer Gel 15 mins before start + 1–2 gels hourly on the bike. Endurolytes as required. |
| Olympic | HEED + Hammer Gel (1–2 per hour) + Endurolytes. Consistent calorie and electrolyte intake throughout bike and run. |
| Half Iron (70.3) | Perpetuem / Perpetuem Solids (1–2 scoops/chews hourly) + Hammer Gel + Endurolytes Extreme (1–2 capsules hourly). Recoverite within 30–60 mins of finishing. |
| Full Iron | Perpetuem + Perpetuem Solids + Hammer Gel + Endurolytes Extreme + Anti-Fatigue Caps (1–2 hourly) + Endurance Amino (1–2 hourly). Recoverite post-race. |
| Hot conditions | Endurolytes Extreme + increase fluid intake. High sodium support. Hot weather guide → |
Triathlon Nutrition FAQs
- Magnesium for Triathletes: Muscle Function, Energy & Electrolyte Balance
- Iron distance nutrition plan
- Half Ironman nutrition plan
- Best electrolytes for triathletes
- What to eat before a triathlon
- How many calories per hour during triathlon?
- Avoiding stomach problems during triathlon
- Recovery after Iron distance triathlon
Related: Running | Cycling | Electrolytes | Recovery | Triathlon Hub
When to consider performance support: In triathlon, separate the decision by timing: prepare and practise before key races, prioritise fuelling, fluids and electrolytes during the bike and run, then support recovery after the finish. Keep your plan familiar across swim, bike and run sessions, and introduce one change at a time in training. Explore performance supplements for endurance athletes.
For race-day fuelling across swim, bike and run, explore Hammer Gel for triathlon in 12 flavours.
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Hammer Gel® – Endurance Energy Gel
High Intensity
Hammer Gel® – Endurance Energy Gel13 reviews- Regular price
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Hammer Bar® – Raw Organic Energy Bar
100% Organic
Hammer Bar® – Raw Organic Energy Bar9 reviews- Regular price
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HEED Sports Drink Sachets | Try 3 flavours
HEED Sports Drink Sachets | Try 3 flavours2 reviews- Regular price
- £9.95
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HEED Sports Drink – Endurance Energy & Electrolytes
Under 2hr Drink
HEED Sports Drink – Endurance Energy & Electrolytes13 reviews- Regular price
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Hammer Nutrition Perpetuem Sampler Pack – Long-Distance Endurance Fuel
Hammer Nutrition Perpetuem Sampler Pack – Long-Distance Endurance Fuel1 review- Regular price
- £20.81
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Hammer Perpetuem – Long-Distance Endurance Fuel Tub
Over 2 hour Drink
Hammer Perpetuem – Long-Distance Endurance Fuel Tub14 reviews- Regular price
- £69.95
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Hammer Perpetuem Solids – Chewable Long-Distance Fuel
Chewable fuel
Hammer Perpetuem Solids – Chewable Long-Distance Fuel11 reviews- Regular price
- £5.60
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Endurolytes Fizz – Fizzy Electrolyte Tablets
Hydration Tabs
Endurolytes Fizz – Fizzy Electrolyte Tablets11 reviews- Regular price
- £8.20 to £23.00
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Endurolytes Extreme Trial Pack – High-Sodium Electrolyte Capsules
Electrolyte Caps
Endurolytes Extreme Trial Pack – High-Sodium Electrolyte CapsulesNo reviews- Regular price
- £1.95
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High-Sodium Electrolyte Capsules UK | Endurolytes Extreme
Electrolyte Caps
High-Sodium Electrolyte Capsules UK | Endurolytes Extreme7 reviews- Regular price
- £38.95
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High-Sodium Electrolyte Powder UK | Endurolytes Extreme
Electrolyte Powder
High-Sodium Electrolyte Powder UK | Endurolytes Extreme5 reviews- Regular price
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Endurolytes Electrolyte Capsule Trial Pack
Electrolyte Caps
Endurolytes Electrolyte Capsule Trial Pack1 review- Regular price
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Endurolytes – Electrolyte Capsules for Endurance Sports
Electrolyte Caps
Endurolytes – Electrolyte Capsules for Endurance Sports5 reviews- Regular price
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Anti-Fatigue Caps – Endurance Fatigue Support for Long Training & Racing
During Exercise
Anti-Fatigue Caps – Endurance Fatigue Support for Long Training & Racing2 reviews- Regular price
- £33.95
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Vitamin C for Athletes – Endurance C
General Health
Vitamin C for Athletes – Endurance CNo reviews- Regular price
- £23.95
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Hammer Gel® Sampler Pack – Try 12 Flavours
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Hammer Gel® Sampler Pack – Try 12 Flavours5 reviews- Regular price
- £26.40
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Magnesium Supplement UK | Essential Mg with 5 Sources
General Health
Magnesium Supplement UK | Essential Mg with 5 Sources3 reviews- Regular price
- £30.95
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