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Meet the founder

I'm Tiana, founder of Run Bun. I was tired of gels I couldn't open with sweaty hands, boring flavors, and juggling salt tabs mid-race.

So I made something better — an all-in-one gel that's easy to open, packed with sodium, made with stomach-friendly natural ingredients. and actually tastes good. The perfect gel for sweaty runners like me!

It checks every box for me. I hope it does for you too.

Questions, comments or feedback? I'd love to hear it!

Email me -- hi@runbun.com
Message me on instagram -- @gorunbun
Use the contact form below

Can't wait to hear from you!

Frequently asked questions

Because gels and apparel are fulfilled separately, timing differs slightly by item:

Gels: Usually ship within 2 business days of ordering.
Apparel: Printed and shipped by our print partner, which typically takes 2–5 business days for production before it ships.

Once your order ships, you'll get an email with tracking info. Delivery times on top of that vary depending on your location.

If you order both apparel and gels together, they'll actually arrive in two separate shipments.

Our gels ship from our fulfillment warehouse, while apparel is printed and shipped by our print partner — so don't worry if one shows up before the other, that's expected!

We do not accept returns or exchanges. Here's why:

Gels: All gel sales are final. We don't accept returns or exchanges for food safety reasons — once a gel leaves our hands, we can't guarantee how it's been stored.
Apparel: Our shirts, hats, and totes are printed on demand just for you — nothing is pre-made or stocked in bulk. That's better for the environment, but it also means we can't accept returns or exchanges.

The only exception: if an item arrives damaged, email hi@runbun.com and we'll make it right.

Not sure about sizing?
Email hi@runbun.com before you order — we're happy to help you pick the right fit.

Run Bun gels have a 12-month best-by date. The date will be noted on each order by the manufacturer.

No, refrigeration isn't necessary — our gels are shelf-stable for 12 months from the manufacture date when stored in a cool, dry place.

That said, I personally like keeping mine in the fridge — it keeps them extra fresh, and I love starting a hot-weather run with a cold gel on a hot day. Totally up to you!

We recommend 8–12oz of water with each pouch to support absorption and optimal electrolyte performance. Since our gels are already electrolyte-rich, you don't need to pair them with a separate sports drink — water is all you need.

It depends on the length and intensity of your effort, but as a general guideline, most runners should take one pouch per hour during a long run — that lines up well with standard sports nutrition guidance of 30-60g of carbs and up to ~600mg of sodium per hour.

Heavy sweaters or those doing higher-intensity efforts may want one every 45 minutes; always practice your fueling plan in training before race day.

Run Bun is built for heavy sweaters. Each pouch has 590mg of sodium — significantly more than most gels on the market — so you can skip separate salt tabs or electrolyte add-ons.

We also use a honey base and 100% natural ingredients, so it's easy on your stomach during long efforts. The twist top pouch makes it easy to open, even with sweaty hands, so nothing gets in the way of your fueling.

Yes! Wash and refill your pouches using our 16oz refillable bottle for a more sustainable, cost-effective way to fuel your training.

Run Bun gels are made with natural, whole-food ingredients. If you have specific allergies or dietary concerns, please check the nutrition label or reach out to us directly.

If you have any underlying health conditions — especially related to sodium intake, kidney function, or heart health — we recommend consulting your physician before adding Run Bun to your routine.

Run Bun gels are made in small batches in the USA, with quality and safety as top priorities from formulation through fulfillment.