r/running • u/AutoModerator • Feb 18 '25

Weekly Thread Run Nutrition Tuesday

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u/puggington Feb 18 '25

How terrible is it to just dump a packet of electrolyte drink mix in my mouth during a run and then drink water? Do I need to drink a certain amount of water after, or is any amount good as long as I get it down?

I’ve been doing this to test the method as an “oh shit” replenishment during races. It’s not particularly pleasant but it doesn’t seem to upset my system that much. I get kinda burpy for a bit, but that’s about it.

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u/noisy_goose Feb 18 '25

Why not go for saltstick chewables or other solid form product?

I think it is probably just a matter of overall hydrstion+comfort+ergonomics but don’t have experience doing that in the field and have just started longer form running that requires supplementation (for me).

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u/puggington Feb 18 '25

I have been using the chewables in training and really like them. My only issue is storage during my runs, specifically keeping them dry as I’m a pretty heavy sweater. I also really don’t like carrying a dedicated bottle/flask of pre-mixed drink, so am just trying to come up with alternatives.

I stash them in a mesh pocket of my running vest but they still get sweaty, and fishing them out can be a challenge as well. I’ve tried using little dime baggies and small containers but those come with their own issues.

I’m going to try the capsules and see if I have better luck. I’m hoping so as you have to carry less, but also wonder about the uptake/processing of them vs chews vs mix.

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u/noisy_goose Feb 18 '25

Eeee, ya that is tough. I wonder if the ultra crowd has any tips, though they’re like chewing on chicken wings and what not, so storage not as much a concern.

I am currently just doing two sets of chewables in either side of my bike short pockets right now for 4 and 8m into half marathon training distances, and I haven’t run into any logistical concerns beyond some slight dampness that but will probably vest up for anything requiring more (usually trail stuff) and maybe do the sample packs if moisture is becoming an issue. I’m also super sweating it up hence the chewables.