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Do you carry a water bottle on runs?

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BallestaGraduate

I don't, cause the runs are not that long and I would not know how to carry it. But I drink plenty of water before and especially afterwards.

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shrinkingjazGraduate

I have a belt that I carry my phone and keys in and apparently I can get a water bottle that fits inside it, but I've never bothered doing so. I feel like it would be clunky and awkward.

I drink at least a glass of water before I go running, and then drink as much as I want to post running (tends to be a fair amount sometimes!).

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AlMorrAmbassadorGraduate

I do carry a water bottle with me when running in my running belt, it's only a quarter full, just a sip before I run and a short drink when I finish, it doesn't add much weight at all.

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Knightrider_28Graduate

yeah sure, nothing wrong with that hydrate before and after, watch out before thou if you drink too much 🙄 as it could swish around stomach, i carry one now and again, depends if its a hot day , as dehydration is quicker.go for it

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Tasha99Graduate

Not unless I’m running over 10 miles

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SueAppleRunGraduate

No but have wondered if running over an hour it might be sensible in this weather

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John_WGraduate

No.

The pee test:

- if your pee is clear and light in colour, you're hydrated.

- if it's dark... Drink something before you go out.

Generally... A glass or cup of something about 90-60 mins before you go out is sufficient.

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This post about hydration will answer your questions healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

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TallowahGraduate

I haven't done, but I carried one in my hand on my last run and found it really, really annoying!

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Newbie59Graduate

I don't carry anything as I am usually only out the house for 45 minutes. Drink a little water before setting off and drink a full glass when I get home, then try to remember to keep sipping water afterwards.

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AlysPGraduate

Always- one of those plastic ones with a hole in it.

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