Ingredients & Nutrition

In the fast-paced world of sports and fitness, energy gels have become a staple for athletes like us who are seeking a quick and efficient boost. However, not all energy gels are created equal. As health and nutrition awareness grows, more runners, hikers, and athletes are turning to organic energy gels as a cleaner alternative to processed options. We believe in providing the best for our community, which is why our energy gels stand out in a crowded market. In this guide, we’ll delve into the benefits of choosing organic energy gels and how our formulations set us apart from the competition.

If you’re ready to defrost from winter, the summer sun is already on your mind. Camping is the classic outdoor experience, but food tends to be the last thing on anyone’s mind. With the growing popularity of luxury camping, aka “glamping”, it’s time to elevate camp food back to the center of the plate.  Here are a few recipes that are sure to elevate your glamping experience.

Eden Morris (@gardenofeden_rd) is a registered dietitian based in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. She’s a former collegiate athlete turned mountain athlete who encourages everyone to eat all the foods in order to climb all the mountains – instead of the other way around. In this article, Eden discusses the most important nutrients you need to stay healthy, no matter your winter sport.

Looking for a trail race nutrition plan? Lauren MacLeod, RD, sports dietitian and MUIR Energy Content Editor and breaks down the perfect energy gels for each stage of your next race.

What’s cooking in the MUIR kitchen? Here are the newest and juiciest updates from MUIR HQ from September, 2022.

Eden Morris (@gardenofeden_rd) is a registered dietitian based in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. She’s a former collegiate athlete turned mountain athlete who encourages everyone to eat all the foods in order to climb all the mountains – instead of the other way around. 

Can the way we eat really impact the climate crisis? Lauren MacLeod (@themountaindietitian), MUIR content editor and sports dietitian, explores how to eat well -- for humans and for the planet™.

I have drastically changed the way I view nourishment since starting a thru-hike attempt of the Appalachian Trail. I’m not a picky eater. In fact, in my normal life I’m content to make one big meal and eat it for the next week. Being okay with both bland and spicy foods. I viewed food as fuel only–eat as much as I need - sometimes more - and I’m set. All that changed for the Appalachian Trail, a footpath running nearly 2,200 miles from Springer Mountain in Georgia to Mt. Katahdin in Maine.

One of the best parts of summer is spending more time outside–hiking, swimming, running, paddleboarding, and everything else (literally) under the sun. These activities make your soul smile, your skin tan, and your energy needs increase.

Today’s hydration products focus more on sugar than electrolytes – flavor over function. MUIR Energy knows what athletes really need from sports drinks: electrolyte replenishment, a palatable but natural flavor, real food ingredients, and minimal environmental impact. With the creation of a unique real-food hydration mix, you may notice a few ways that MUIR hydration is different from anything else on the market.

On a recent “Ask Me Anything” on Instagram, we received numerous questions on how to fuel for training. Lauren MacLeod, MUIR content editor and mountain sports dietitian, dives deeper into the answers. Runners have their own unique nutrition needs. In this article we’ll cut through the noise, debunk nutrition myths, and get specific about what you can do to enhance training, increase energy, and optimize recovery when you’re out on the trails.