Meal Replacement Gels

Stock the ever-popular sport energy gel The most common type of gel used today is the energy gel. This stuff packs a punch and gives athletes the energy they need to perform, whether in speed or in endurance events. Body builders also use this gel before, during and after a workout to keep their sugar levels in check.

I recommend:  Energize with high-carb individual gel packs from Feed The Machine, which stocks a variety of flavors to suit everyone. Carb-BOOM Energy Gel from Netrition is a low-sugar, high-carb gel made for endurance athletes. CLIF brand "energy shots" are popular among gym-goers; buy a box from Worldwide Sport Supply.

Provide electrolyte replenishment with high-sodium energy gels When someone sweats, they are losing necessary electrolytes needed to fuel the body. The only electrolyte the American College of Sports Medicine recommends replacing during exercise is sodium. Long distance runners are the most vulnerable to the cramps and muscle shutdown from this, and these people will be your largest customer base as these packets are small enough for them to carry with them on a run.

I recommend:  Crank Sports and PowerBar both offer high-sodium gels, boasting four times the sodium content of other energy gels.

Feature meal replacement gel products that are high in protein High protein gels can be hard to come by for athletes. Only a few products feature high amounts of protein in a gel form. Stocking these items is sure to bring lots of revenue since these products are so hard to find.

I recommend:  Try WhyAgel's protein gel that delivers 20 grams of protein per package. Running Warehouse sells Accel Gel, which consists of a 4:1 ratio of carbs to protein. This combination is great for building muscle as well as boosting energy.