Electrolyte supplements/drinks

For your 1hr+ runs, what do you use?

I've been using NUUN, but figured I'd ask if anyone has a favorite.

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honestly - whatever is on sale. Gatorade, powerade, etc I think it helps to change it up, b/c you never know what will be available for races


I do like Gatorade Prime. I freeze them for really long runs and drink the slush over the first mile.

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I actually was planning on just using my own water belt. Do people not do that?

I didn't really want to add calories thru a drink, that's why I tried the NUUN, it's 8cals for 1 tablet. I'm at 10 miles and barely sip a couple of oz during.

Any thoughts on one over the other?

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You can use your own belt, many people wear them. but I read somewhere that extra weight can add time, so I never do at races.

I don't really bring fuel with me on runs unless it's really hot or 12+ (but today I did 15, without anything - just a few sips of water - probably not smart, but I forgot my bottle)

I don't like GUs/gels, so I would rather get my calories through drink.

Are you training for a half or full? For half, I only do drinks - full I add chomps/beans. But my stomach is pretty strong...you have to see what works for you.

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I am doing a 1/2
So maybe if I don't wear it, I can go quicker than my 9:30mile not sure it'll make the difference.

My stomach can be weird, so I'm afraid to try something new. I plan to train to 12miles so I feel comfortable with the final 1.1.

ETA: it got cooler here too. Friday when I ran the 10 I was barely sweaty, not the dripping I was in prior weeks.

Message edited 9/15/2013 5:46:59 PM.

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I believe it's 2 seconds faster per mile for every pound. So it depends on how much you carry.

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I usually use Coconut water as my "gatorade". I keep it in the transition area during my triathlons but you can maybe fill one of your water pouches with it and then the other with regular water.