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Excellent products that have become part of my marathon training. They’re easy on the stomach and give me the energy I need for long runs. I’ve ordered several times now and have always been impres... See more
Fantastic customer service. Had a split ouch of recovery mix. Without hesitation they offered a refund or replacement. I sent photos so they could look into why it happened. Highly recommend their p... See more
I rarely use sports gels or drinks because they upset my tummy - but this was a delight. I ran 50km ultra, taking 4, and a 10km Spartan race using 2 and no stomach issues at all! They tasted great, mi... See more
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Founded in 2015, by two Edinburgh based endurance athletes, Active Root is a range of natural sports nutrition with a difference. As-well-as providing natural fuel and hydration, our drinks and gels contain root ginger which helps maintain a balanced stomach. Our philosophy is simple, if your stomach is settled you will feel good and therefore perform better. The Active Root range is developed to meet all your training and racing nutrition needs, our sports drinks are perfect for providing energy and hydration during exercise, Gel Mix delivers instant energy in a handy reusable soft-flask and ElectroLite is a low calorie alternative for lower intensity exercise. Our products contain 100% natural ingredients, are delicious and light tasting, and suitable for vegan and gluten free diets. What's more we offer all our products in handy environmentally friendly compostable refill bags, helping you cut down on unnecessary plastic waste. Learn how Active Root can make a difference to your training here www.activeroot.co.uk
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8 Glengyle Terrace, EH3 9LL, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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Great hydration
Used active root to help power a couple of ultra races. Never let me down yet. Thank you.
29 August 2025
Apple Power
I’m not usually a huge fan of gels but when I tried the new apple flavour I was really surprised. The flavour was really gentle and went down well. It is still sweet but it works with the apple flavour.
These gels are not too thick so easy to swallow.
All of Active Root products are gentle on the stomach and these are no exception. Easy to open to which is great when you’ve been out for a while. It’s a thumbs up from me on these 👍🏻😁
5 September 2025
Unprompted review
Hits the spot!!!
I’ve been using Active Root for quite some time and love their product 🙂
27 August 2025
Fast delivery
26 August 2025
Love the Sports Drink
Quick delivery, love the sports drink. Great for fuelling before, during and after a long run.
Chews give and extra boost and no problems with my gut at all.
23 August 2025
Unprompted review
Genuine product that works
So easy to deal with . Their product really does work - no stomach problems on endurance events!
30 August 2025
Unprompted review
Activeroot delivers as usual
So easy to order and delivery was 2 days later. No worries when ordering and receiving.
2 August 2025
Great products and customer service
As always a pleasure to get another box of goodies to help me with my race prep
29 July 2025
Fast delivery and tasty fuel
Fast delivery and tasty fuel. Ginger crack to keep you smashing goals!
31 July 2025
Fuel on the road
The small satchets are great for taking with you when running at events
1 August 2025
Unprompted review
Easy to order great tasting and also…
Easy to order great tasting and also quick delivery
26 July 2025
Great taste and love the little sachets…
Great taste and love the little sachets :)
22 July 2025
Unprompted review
Loving Active Root
Great selection of products, decent prices and super fast delivery.
3 July 2025
Unprompted review
Sports drink and electrolytes are…
Sports drink and electrolytes are elite, gels good too. A staple in my running supplies.
19 July 2025
Unprompted review
Good products, good experience
Easy to navigate website, straightforward online shopping experience, quick delivery
And excellent products … use for ultra running and shifting from another brand that had started giving GI distress. I’m getting on really well with the original sports mix 😀
10 July 2025
Unprompted review
Gut bombs: a thing of the past
Energy drink is now my ‘go to’ hydration / energy drink.
Citrus caffeinated gel are the best on the market.
Ginger based products never give me ‘gut bombs’ unlike other popular brands.
13 July 2025
Unprompted review
The website was easy to navigate really…
The website was easy to navigate really helpful and as for the product itself I purchased the original electrolyte drink mix and it’s a great tasting drink not too overwhelming taste wise and will definitely be trying more of there products
11 June 2025
Unprompted review
Always a good product and excellent…
Always a good product and excellent service I have used Acrive Root products for many years and always been happy with them.
8 July 2025
Unprompted review
Tasty and helps during cycle runs!
Introduced to Active Root couple of years ago at Linlithgow 10k. Now use it regularly on my bike runs. Still prefer the original ginger recipe best but I am sure other flavours will be enjoyed by many! Certainly help me around the routes! Cheers AR!
25 June 2025
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