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05-06-22, 04:53 PM | |
Join Date: May 2002
Location: Spiritual Bliss
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I like to add this electrolyte powder to my water:
https://www.amazon.com/Stur-Electrol.../dp/B08T2219ZN But when I just want plain water, I use this supplement: https://www.amazon.com/Keto-Electrol.../dp/B07959HPLW I love Larabars (cashew cookie is my fav(. They don't have a lot of ingredients but are filling and healthy. |
05-07-22, 10:26 AM | |
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Join Date: Nov 2001
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Thanks for the suggestions!
If I drink Gatorade, I have to dilute it with water or I have digestive ill effects. Not a good idea on the trail. I have some chia seeds to make chia water. They are supposed to be good for hydration. From 33Fuel: How do the Tarahumara Indians use chia seeds? Based in northwest Mexico, the Tarahumara subsist largely on a plant-based diet of beans, avocado, tortilla and vegetables. They have long been known for their phenomenal endurance running capabilities – even the word Tarahumara means ‘those who run fast’ - and credit chia seeds as their main source of fuel for these feats. Setting out to cover an astonishing 100 miles non-stop, a Tarahumara runner would take little more than chia fresca or ‘iskiate’ – simply water mixed with chia seeds (though sometimes they’d add honey or lime juice) – for stamina and hydration during these long jaunts in hot climes. Also, I like coconut water. I could try that mix!
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05-08-22, 05:12 PM | |
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Pacific NW
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I am a hiker and a backpacker and I've never personally found electrolytes to be necessary, even with heat and elevation gain (both of which can cause excessive sweating, esp when carrying a 25+ lb pack for miles and miles). Just making sure to pre-hydrate and bring enough water. I have this https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07RT1SW...ing=UTF8&psc=1 for backpacking and my husband likes to bring his on hikes as well. It works great if your route has water at any point. It's easy to use and the water tastes amazing.
As far as snacks, I bring stuff like trail mix,rice cakes + peanut butter, a tuna sandwich, beef jerky. But hydration is by far more important. If anything you can keep snacks in your car. |
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electrolytes powder, hiking snacks, hot weather, walking |
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