Sticky Mouth ...

[Timeoff]

Not the most attractive title I know but have I got a sticky mouth while running because I’m not drinking enough? I do drink water before going out but not a lot, don’t want to be running for the loo etc.

[misswobble Graduate10]

You can take a citrus sweet or two I find that enough for a short run

Be well hydrated all the time, so drink plenty of water during the day and keep some by your bed. I often wake in the night feeling like a drink 🙂

You can buy a 150 ml soft drinking flask which is small and comes with a loop for your finger (see Decathlon)

[Timeoff in reply to misswobble]

Thanks, I do drink at night but probably not enough during the day, I’ll try & increase that.😎

[Dexy5 Graduate10 in reply to Timeoff]

Yes it’s good to have a big jug or bottle to drink from so you know how much you are taking. You need at least 2 litres the day before a run and then drinks lots after your run. I use electrolyte tablets too to replace those lost minerals. Zero is good and others have recommended tailwind.

[SlowLoris]

Try breathing in through your nose. It will stop your mouth getting so dry.

[alisonx Graduate10]

For my longer runs i always have a half tab of extra chewing gum. I chew it a little before i set off and then stash it under my tongue, it prevents my mouth getting dry, and if i feel it going that way i have a little chew. Highly recommend it - its worked wonders

[Timeoff in reply to alisonx]

Interesting, thanks!