Dumb questions

[Thriftyvickie]

This is probably a stupid question. I usually have water with me when I’m on the treadmill. Do you run without it outside, how does that work. I’m so parched. I don’t want to have it in my hand or carry a backpack. What do people do?

[Tasha99 Graduate]

Most 5k and 10k runners don’t carry water. However there are belts available which have hooks for water bottles if you really need one 👌🏽 Have a look on Amazon. You can get wrist water bottle holders too.

[gwrunner18 Graduate]

I normally have a small glass of water before going out and the same when i get back and am never thirsty when I’m out. That being said, not been that warm of late

[sallenson Graduate]

I avoid running when it's hot (so far) so haven't had a water issue. I leave a bottle in the car (with ice cubes) or in the fridge at home. I'd heard somewhere that you only really get dehydrated after about an hour, so not an issue yet (lol).

I suspect a running belt with a water bottle carrier will be my go to option. I'd mess up big time trying to carry a bottle in my hand and anything else (so-called "hydration systems") just seems a bit over the top right now.

Be interested to hear what other people do. Hopefully no-one's going to suggest puddles or running gels

[Wizziewood]

In my opinion you don't need water for runs of up to 10k (I haven't got further than that yet!)

The important thing is to be well hydrated all the time particularly the day before a run.

Don't swallow down too much before your run this won't have time to do it's work and you might end up looking for a loo!

Also, for me the thought of having to carry a heavy water bottle doesn't appeal ... I have enough extra weight with my phone and keys!

I always have water in the car if I haven't run from home but even then I only have a few mouthfuls at a time. I believe that little and often during the day is the kindest thing for the body.

Just my opinion but hope it helps!

Good luck and happy running!

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Up to 5K, it is not usually necessary to carry water... after that, especially in the heat, it may be a plan.

I never really get thirsty as I hydrate well all the time..but last summer, in the early morning.. got to 7K and was really feeling the need...... luckily found a small garage with a shop that was open! I did not so much as drink as pour it over my wrists and the back of my neck!

One of our amazingly experienced runners too, had an issue when she also realised she needed water, and had quite a scary spell...disorientated and dizzy...

This is a great belt which many of us have... I usually , for a run of 10K in summer take one bottle only

Zikee Hydration Belt Running with water bottles(2 BPA free bottles)

Amazon sell them

[Ripcurlrana71]

I don’t take water with me. Have some before and after if needed. I find it hard to run with and drink and breathe at the same time! 😬

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate in reply to Ripcurlrana71]

I stop if I am having a drink... On a belt, the water is no issue...It is fine not to bother...until it goes slightly awry For me.. in extreme heat.. I carry a small amount for 10K and over

[AnnieW55]

All the above. If it's just a case of stopping your mouth being dry, rather than actual thirst, try chewing gum. I use sugar free peppermint which does the job.

[HoagyM Graduate]

Have to say, having a water bottle to hand is one of my favourite things about using the treadmill - I will usually have a quick sip in just about every walking break we have. I guess once I start doing runs without the walking breaks, the need for those quick sips may go away.

[oldwheezer69 Graduate]

I know everyone says you don't need water on a 30 minute run, but I am 4 stone overweight, asthmatic, and tend to get hot very quickly so I do drink when on a treadmill and I took a bottle with me on my outside run this morning. I don't think I would have made it without quick swigs between the runs 😉

[Thriftyvickie Graduate in reply to oldwheezer69]

I'm asthmatic too & water seems to make a huge difference for me

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Running up to an hour should not require you to carry water unless it is very hot, as long as you are properly hydrated.

Drinking enough to do regular physical exertion is something that is overlooked by many, and while you do not need to carry water for a C25K workout, you should be drinking a minimum of 2.5 to 3 litres of water each and every day, running or not.

This is covered in the guide to the plan healthunlocked.com/couchto5... Hydration is crucial to good performance.

Carrying a water bottle in your hand is really not a good idea from a posture perspective. Hands should be loose, not gripping, otherwise tensions are likely to show up in shoulders. Symmetry is your aim, so the inevitable conclusion is that bottle holders on a waist belt or a bladder in a backpack are far preferable.

[oldwheezer69 Graduate in reply to IannodaTruffe]

Ahhhhh.... That would explain why I had neck / shoulder aches after yesterday's run. I did wonder what had caused it - I hadn't realised that carrying a small bottle of water would have such an effect. I will try tomorrow's run without taking water! 😬