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Am I the only one who drinks water mid-home exercise?
My friend swears by hydrating after, but I sip while moving. What's the best approach?
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kellyperry1mo agoMost Upvoted
That part about hydrating during exercise preventing cramps... I actually looked into that once. The science is pretty mixed. Cramps are more about muscle fatigue and maybe salt loss than just being thirsty. Like @taylor.jessica, I also drink during my workout because I get a dry mouth, but I do it for comfort, not really to stop cramps. I used to chug water hoping my side stitch would go away, and it never really did. So sip if you're thirsty, but don't expect it to fix everything.
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taylor.jessica1mo ago
During my home yoga sessions, I always have a water bottle right next to my mat. I sip water constantly because if I wait, I start to feel dizzy. My friend is like yours, she swears by drinking after, but that just doesn't work for me. I read somewhere that hydrating during exercise can prevent cramps and keep your energy up. So you're definitely not alone in this.
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schmidt.grant1mo ago
My yoga mat has a permanent water bottle stain from all the sipping. I guess your friend is one of those mystical beings who can sweat without needing a drink. I get so thirsty during downward dog that I might just start using a hydration backpack. Honestly, waiting until after sounds like a sure way to meet the floor in a not so graceful way.
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