Lite salt and mio does a body good with some supplemental magnesium
Electrolytes
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Last: 12 days ago by 94chem
tlepoC said:
Lite salt and mio does a body good with some supplemental magnesium
Light salt...as in potassium chloride? Potassium is certainly important, but shouldn't be the major component of electrolyte replacement. Interestingly, around 95% of Americans are potassium deficient, likely due to deficiencies in real foods (check out canned spinach). I drink ZipFizz every morning to load potassium and get some caffeine, but low sodium V8 is another good option. I use my own product after running, when mostly sodium needs to be replaced.
Also, I use the Aldi brand of Mio. Under $2.
94chem,
That, sir, was the greatest post in the history of TexAgs. I salute you. -- Dough
That, sir, was the greatest post in the history of TexAgs. I salute you. -- Dough
50/50 potassium and sodium. Add in extra salt when working out.
Low carb needs a bit extra of both to feel at best
Low carb needs a bit extra of both to feel at best
Thanks again to those who have ordered. If this watermelon flavor does well enough, I plan to introduce sour apple next. The younger crowd generally like sweet stuff, but the older folks prefer a more sour balance. Also, apologies to those who have wanted to order one can. It's just too costly to ship one can, and I hate passing that along. If you decide to stock up, additional quantities beyond 2/$55 are $22.50 each. So, basically free shipping when you order 4.
94chem,
That, sir, was the greatest post in the history of TexAgs. I salute you. -- Dough
That, sir, was the greatest post in the history of TexAgs. I salute you. -- Dough
Any feedback? Shipped some more out today. Remember you can easily dilute 50% if you want more water or want to extend the supply.
94chem,
That, sir, was the greatest post in the history of TexAgs. I salute you. -- Dough
That, sir, was the greatest post in the history of TexAgs. I salute you. -- Dough
Just a selfless bump, lol. I've got some new bubble mailers, and would love to ship some product out. $55 TOTAL for 2 canisters, 30 servings per canister.
If you happen to be on NE side of Houston, you can always pick up 2/$45, or 1/$25. I'm active with the Kingwood Running Club, so you can find me there regularly, usually doing something annoying like running intervals during our distance workouts
If you happen to be on NE side of Houston, you can always pick up 2/$45, or 1/$25. I'm active with the Kingwood Running Club, so you can find me there regularly, usually doing something annoying like running intervals during our distance workouts
94chem,
That, sir, was the greatest post in the history of TexAgs. I salute you. -- Dough
That, sir, was the greatest post in the history of TexAgs. I salute you. -- Dough
I've tried the Salt Stick tablets and they're pretty good. I'm a cyclist so I don't like anything too strong, no gels or anything like that. E caps tear my stomach up. Salt stick have been good and I can pop a few while I'm pedaling.
@94chem, I'd love to try some of your home brew. I don't have facebook. How else can I contact you?
@94chem, I'd love to try some of your home brew. I don't have facebook. How else can I contact you?
Send me a note at run.it.back.electro at the Google.
Just send me your address and if you prefer Zelle, Venmo, or Cashapp.
Just send me your address and if you prefer Zelle, Venmo, or Cashapp.
94chem,
That, sir, was the greatest post in the history of TexAgs. I salute you. -- Dough
That, sir, was the greatest post in the history of TexAgs. I salute you. -- Dough
I am also a cyclist and recently bought 2 containers of 94Chem's stuff and I love it. I like being able to do scoop my preferred amount. I typically do about 3/4 scoop. On the flavor, I'm not a big watermelon flavoring type of guy, but I love this stuff. He nailed the flavoring. If he came out with a citrus flavor <insert take my money.gif>
Sour apple tested well. Sour grape sounds good to me. IDK - lemon-lime just seems a little...basic. But, yeah, I think something sour would be the next flavor.
Thanks for the kind words, sherpa. It really is plenty strong at 3/4 strength.
Thanks for the kind words, sherpa. It really is plenty strong at 3/4 strength.
94chem,
That, sir, was the greatest post in the history of TexAgs. I salute you. -- Dough
That, sir, was the greatest post in the history of TexAgs. I salute you. -- Dough
Fair point on the flavors, but i like what I like!
aggiesherpa said:
Fair point on the flavors, but i like what I like!
Very few people know what it is, but there are few flavors that taste better than a ripe loquat. We also tested lime, but it was a bit nondescript.
94chem,
That, sir, was the greatest post in the history of TexAgs. I salute you. -- Dough
That, sir, was the greatest post in the history of TexAgs. I salute you. -- Dough
94chem said:aggiesherpa said:
Fair point on the flavors, but i like what I like!
Very few people know what it is, but there are few flavors that taste better than a ripe loquat. We also tested lime, but it was a bit nondescript.
I love loquat! Could you call it something else on your label so people weren't scared to try it (orange berry, or something like that)?
Counterpoint said:94chem said:aggiesherpa said:
Fair point on the flavors, but i like what I like!
Very few people know what it is, but there are few flavors that taste better than a ripe loquat. We also tested lime, but it was a bit nondescript.
I love loquat! Could you call it something else on your label so people weren't scared to try it (orange berry, or something like that)?
I bet lemon mango would be pretty close. At least that's my guess. Some mix of tropical citrus.
94chem,
That, sir, was the greatest post in the history of TexAgs. I salute you. -- Dough
That, sir, was the greatest post in the history of TexAgs. I salute you. -- Dough
Two whole pages and not one Brawndo the thirst mutilator reference.
I typically rely on whatever is in my pre workout and that our diets are already very salt heavy unless you eat very cleanly.
I typically rely on whatever is in my pre workout and that our diets are already very salt heavy unless you eat very cleanly.
MouthBQ98 said:
Two whole pages and not one Brawndo the thirst mutilator reference.
I typically rely on whatever is in my pre workout and that our diets are already very salt heavy unless you eat very cleanly.
You have a point, but I'm guessing you don't cramp.
94chem,
That, sir, was the greatest post in the history of TexAgs. I salute you. -- Dough
That, sir, was the greatest post in the history of TexAgs. I salute you. -- Dough
dubi said:
We buy this Sqwincher Zero Qwik Stik from Amazon which is 50 singles for $20. Been buying it for years and they have tons of flavors.
The more I get into electrolyte drinks and gels, the more I'm skeptical of Sqwincher as a company. They seem to be to the blue collar industry what Gatorade is to athletics - subpar product with good marketing. I think they both serve a good purpose - getting underhydrated persons to drink more fluids - but if you're really sweating the way I see our shop guys sweat out in an unconditioned manufacturing plant, they need more than glorified flavored water.
I personally like keep on hand Body Armor Lyte and Liquid IV for daily use and Replenish (RAW) and LMNT for runs/rides.
RustyBoltz said:dubi said:
We buy this Sqwincher Zero Qwik Stik from Amazon which is 50 singles for $20. Been buying it for years and they have tons of flavors.
The more I get into electrolyte drinks and gels, the more I'm skeptical of Sqwincher as a company. They seem to be to the blue collar industry what Gatorade is to athletics - subpar product with good marketing. I think they both serve a good purpose - getting underhydrated persons to drink more fluids - but if you're really sweating the way I see our shop guys sweat out in an unconditioned manufacturing plant, they need more than glorified flavored water.
I personally like keep on hand Body Armor Lyte and Liquid IV for daily use and Replenish (RAW) and LMNT for runs/rides.
Sqwincher is about the same as Crystal Light. It makes your water taste better, but it can hardly be considered an electrolyte replacement drink. Probably a good drink for dehydrated elderly people who don't drink enough.
When I get back from a 6 mile summer run and have lost 5 lbs of sweat and 2500 mg of sodium, I can't drink 20 sqwincher sticks.
94chem,
That, sir, was the greatest post in the history of TexAgs. I salute you. -- Dough
That, sir, was the greatest post in the history of TexAgs. I salute you. -- Dough
I work out 6 days a week which always includes 20-50 mins of some sustained cardio since it is fitness competition training and I almost never get cramping. Some of that is probably all the stuff on my diet and I've been doing it for 15 years so I'm conditioned for it. I'm used to a certain level of hydration and demand on my system. But on extreme circumstances everyone can cramp up.
I have to take electrolyte drinks when I do a Hyrox race or I tend to get calf cramps in the last couple of the 1K runs. I haven't found any magic beverage or mix that prevents that.
I have to take electrolyte drinks when I do a Hyrox race or I tend to get calf cramps in the last couple of the 1K runs. I haven't found any magic beverage or mix that prevents that.
MouthBQ98 said:
I work out 6 days a week which always includes 20-50 mins of some sustained cardio since it is fitness competition training and I almost never get cramping. Some of that is probably all the stuff on my diet and I've been doing it for 15 years so I'm conditioned for it. I'm used to a certain level of hydration and demand on my system. But on extreme circumstances everyone can cramp up.
I have to take electrolyte drinks when I do a Hyrox race or I tend to get calf cramps in the last couple of the 1K runs. I haven't found any magic beverage or mix that prevents that.
Yeah, the best prevention for cramping in endurance sports is to not be a fast twitch athlete. But failing at that, I have downed a lot of pickle juice and electrolytes. Honestly, the thing that got my calves to the finish line under 4 hours was KT tape. But the thing that keeps me from getting those 2 a.m. Charley Horses is a large dose of sodium.
94chem,
That, sir, was the greatest post in the history of TexAgs. I salute you. -- Dough
That, sir, was the greatest post in the history of TexAgs. I salute you. -- Dough
Third party tested?
aznaggiegirl07 said:
Third party tested?
FDA registered and cGMP compliant. Domestically manufactured.
94chem,
That, sir, was the greatest post in the history of TexAgs. I salute you. -- Dough
That, sir, was the greatest post in the history of TexAgs. I salute you. -- Dough
How are we doing, my salted peeps? Any feedback?
94chem,
That, sir, was the greatest post in the history of TexAgs. I salute you. -- Dough
That, sir, was the greatest post in the history of TexAgs. I salute you. -- Dough
Just finished a 30 mile ride and rehydrating as I type. My wife bought a variety pack of LMNT on sale and even on sale, I prefer your product. And I will say I continued to be surprised at how much a like the watermelon.
Thank you, sir! I bring it to my running club 3 days per week, and they love the free samples afterwards.
94chem,
That, sir, was the greatest post in the history of TexAgs. I salute you. -- Dough
That, sir, was the greatest post in the history of TexAgs. I salute you. -- Dough