How Do You Stay Hydrated While Cycling?
As you pedal along on a nice hot day, feeling the breeze, you might forget to drink your water. The effects of dehydration can leave you rubber-legged and off-balance. Follow these steps to stay hydrated while cycling. Drink 8 to 12 oz. of water before exercise. Drink until your urine is pale yellow or clear. Purchase water bottle cages that attach water bottles to the frame. 2water bottles should hold enough liquid for about a 2-hour ride. Wear a hydration pack on long distances rides when you won’t be near places to stop and refill water bottles. A hydration pack holds water in an insulated bag on your back or waist. The pack elivers water through a tube you place in your mouth. The mouthpiece rests close to your face and you sip whenever you need to. Place a belt around your waist that holds 1 or 2 larger bottles or several small bottles. Replace water with hydration drinks or mix the two for a lower concentration. You must replace electrolytes and nutrients lost through sweat. Spor
