Home Made Sports Drink? Hot Weather Riding.
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For everybody who wants to come in here n bash modern sports medicine and folks who care about their personal health-
STFU and lissen!
the question here is: How so I take BETTER care of my body while riding LONG distances?
(if you think LONG is 100 miles....go back get on your tricycle n ride around the block. try 500+ in a day, where basically you get up, start riding, and only stop riding long enuf to eat/pizz/drink then ride some more until it gets dark outside or you end up in another state)
spending money on products that keep your hydrated isnt just smart for tourers tho-anybody who rides in 80+ deg. weather should be doing stuff like this....INSTEAD of stoppin at tha 'quikky mart' for a Coke and a Snicker bar-thats how your waistline ends up bigger around than your rims.
If you ride in HOT weather, all that sweat pouing off of you is coming from SOMEWHERE-and it aint the bike....if you want to able to function at 100% after your ride, it will be easier to do so if you take in HEALTHY PRODUCTS like sports drinks and other nutritional supplements.
NOW- IMO??? Gator-goo (ade) worx fine if there isnt a better substitute w/less sugar-some Vitamin Water has lower Fructose levels (less sugar) and actually more anti-oxidants...but fewer electrolytes so Gatorade is still a good choice on the road-diluting w/ water is also good bcuz as stated before-it will absorb into your bloodstream faster that way.
I also suggest a high-carb meal before going on a long ride-this will provide your body w/energy to use while riding the first 2-3 hours so all you will need is some liquids for the first stop or two. Stay away from hi-fiber (not a good idea on a road-trip) stuff, a nice turkey/chicken sangwich on wheatbread w/a cup of steamed veggies (or boiled, whatever) and a glass of your prefferred Hydrating-drink before you hit the road, and you will have an easier trip, trust me.
I also prefer packing extra food in case the resaurant selection doesnt agree with you where you're rollin-I like PowerBar orig. Peanutbutter Bars and a few others-you can carry 2-3 in a pocket or under the hump for emergencies. Another good sub for a quick meal is the energy-gel paks... for those that dont know these are small paks of gel sold at healthfood stores (check local GNC) that triathaletes use for energy replenishment-u squeeze the goo down your pipe, chug some water and get back to it-that simple. Great stuff that does the job-vanilla doesnt taste half bad either.
For anybody who does long-distance rides and is looking for advanced solutions to keep hydrated and stall fatigue-check with your bros who do endurance-sports ie:marathons, triathlons, track, etc. Should find some good tips/suggestions from that pool of knowledge.
STFU and lissen!
the question here is: How so I take BETTER care of my body while riding LONG distances?
(if you think LONG is 100 miles....go back get on your tricycle n ride around the block. try 500+ in a day, where basically you get up, start riding, and only stop riding long enuf to eat/pizz/drink then ride some more until it gets dark outside or you end up in another state)
spending money on products that keep your hydrated isnt just smart for tourers tho-anybody who rides in 80+ deg. weather should be doing stuff like this....INSTEAD of stoppin at tha 'quikky mart' for a Coke and a Snicker bar-thats how your waistline ends up bigger around than your rims.
If you ride in HOT weather, all that sweat pouing off of you is coming from SOMEWHERE-and it aint the bike....if you want to able to function at 100% after your ride, it will be easier to do so if you take in HEALTHY PRODUCTS like sports drinks and other nutritional supplements.
NOW- IMO??? Gator-goo (ade) worx fine if there isnt a better substitute w/less sugar-some Vitamin Water has lower Fructose levels (less sugar) and actually more anti-oxidants...but fewer electrolytes so Gatorade is still a good choice on the road-diluting w/ water is also good bcuz as stated before-it will absorb into your bloodstream faster that way.
I also suggest a high-carb meal before going on a long ride-this will provide your body w/energy to use while riding the first 2-3 hours so all you will need is some liquids for the first stop or two. Stay away from hi-fiber (not a good idea on a road-trip) stuff, a nice turkey/chicken sangwich on wheatbread w/a cup of steamed veggies (or boiled, whatever) and a glass of your prefferred Hydrating-drink before you hit the road, and you will have an easier trip, trust me.
I also prefer packing extra food in case the resaurant selection doesnt agree with you where you're rollin-I like PowerBar orig. Peanutbutter Bars and a few others-you can carry 2-3 in a pocket or under the hump for emergencies. Another good sub for a quick meal is the energy-gel paks... for those that dont know these are small paks of gel sold at healthfood stores (check local GNC) that triathaletes use for energy replenishment-u squeeze the goo down your pipe, chug some water and get back to it-that simple. Great stuff that does the job-vanilla doesnt taste half bad either.
For anybody who does long-distance rides and is looking for advanced solutions to keep hydrated and stall fatigue-check with your bros who do endurance-sports ie:marathons, triathlons, track, etc. Should find some good tips/suggestions from that pool of knowledge.
steelhead
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I'll have to look into the gel packs. Great insights and <span style='color:orangered'>thanks for sharing your knowledge BigDiesel</span>. I'm going to read more on these gel packs. I can see your passion for health and riding - good stuff.
My interest in sportsdrinks arose from a national 1 month tour of South Korea in July (about two years ago). It was broiling hot. I thought if I drank enough water I would be fine. But I actually got sick because of heat exhaustion, malnutrition, and improper rehydration strategies. Since then, I've been returning to the subject of keeping electrolytic levels stable in the human system under harsher riding environments to improve the quality of my riding experience.
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My interest in sportsdrinks arose from a national 1 month tour of South Korea in July (about two years ago). It was broiling hot. I thought if I drank enough water I would be fine. But I actually got sick because of heat exhaustion, malnutrition, and improper rehydration strategies. Since then, I've been returning to the subject of keeping electrolytic levels stable in the human system under harsher riding environments to improve the quality of my riding experience.
<span style='color:blue'>Let's keep the ideas flowing!</span>
My Lord people, we're riding motorcycles not walking across the friggin' desert. DON'T drink crap like Coke, Pepsi, Dr. Pepper, Mountain Dew etc. It will only de-hydrate you further and make you even more thirsty. If I'm going to bother taking a drink with me something like the half G-ade/half water mixture is a good mix as to cut back on the unneccessary sugar.
It gets as hot here in S. FL as just about anywhere in the summer and yes it is important to stay hydrated, but you don't need these super complex drink packs - just a waste of money. Just eat a banana or have some juice or Gatorade before you leave if it's going to be brutrally hot out that day and during your ride have something more than water like Gatorade if you're hurting that bad and feel it's necessary.
After following the advice of a very reputable nutritionist I even started making my own post-workout protein drink using instant non-fat dry milk and orange juice. The stuff from GNC works but is a huge rip-off.
It gets as hot here in S. FL as just about anywhere in the summer and yes it is important to stay hydrated, but you don't need these super complex drink packs - just a waste of money. Just eat a banana or have some juice or Gatorade before you leave if it's going to be brutrally hot out that day and during your ride have something more than water like Gatorade if you're hurting that bad and feel it's necessary.
After following the advice of a very reputable nutritionist I even started making my own post-workout protein drink using instant non-fat dry milk and orange juice. The stuff from GNC works but is a huge rip-off.
yo Over-not to knock your nutritionist but they really said non-fat milk & OJ is BETTER than traditional Protein shakes ? not just "cheaper, will get you more 'bang for your buck'" ? I cant believe a lic. nutritionist shot down sports nutrition supplements-unless you were putting the question to them as to what is BETTER for the $$, considering what you would need the concoction for??
8oz. of skim or low-fat w/a scoop of the cheaper stuff I get nets only 5g carb n 20g of protein per glass (not incl. sugar/carbs of milk itself) in 18 naturally-occuring Amino acids with only 130 calories per serving. Thats basic bottom-of-the-barrel protein powder. there are other's I have tried with better protein/carb ratios but for the amounts i have to consume when I train I honestly cant afford them....but I know they're more effective than juice n milk....at meeting [/I]my needs tho-thats all.
heres another good trick for those that want try something else that costs (yes its expensive so dont flame me) - Creatine supplements will load your bloodstream with more water (laymans terms here-your skin doesnt get water-logged from taking the stuff, dont worry) which in turn allows you to go longer before becoming dehydrated...athletes use Creatine to increase their celluar mass and recover from intense workouts faster, but the hydration is a side-effect that benefits riders who use it regularly.
I just picked up a tub of CELLMASS from BSN-havent tried yet, but I have used several other creatine supplements with good result-READ your LABELS folks!!-anything w/suger in it is a waste of time-they use to need the glucose to get the creatine to load into your bloodstream faster but now they have other means that allow them to keep sugar out of the equation.
Serving facts for CellMass:
amount per serving
calories: 40
Total Carbs: 10g
Sugars: 0g
Calcium: 80mg
Phosphorus: 150mg
Sodium: 70mg
Potassium: 140mg (not quite a Banana-but if Bananas make you wana puke (like me) this worx)
Creatine Ethyl Ester Malate: 3g
Glutamine AKG: 2g
and since i know the question is coming...how much for this stuff???= $48. gives you 40 servings, so?? = $1.20 per serving, I have to take 2 servings per day, so that works out to 20 days worth but i slack on weekends so I can prolly get a month out of a jar.
8oz. of skim or low-fat w/a scoop of the cheaper stuff I get nets only 5g carb n 20g of protein per glass (not incl. sugar/carbs of milk itself) in 18 naturally-occuring Amino acids with only 130 calories per serving. Thats basic bottom-of-the-barrel protein powder. there are other's I have tried with better protein/carb ratios but for the amounts i have to consume when I train I honestly cant afford them....but I know they're more effective than juice n milk....at meeting [/I]my needs tho-thats all.
heres another good trick for those that want try something else that costs (yes its expensive so dont flame me) - Creatine supplements will load your bloodstream with more water (laymans terms here-your skin doesnt get water-logged from taking the stuff, dont worry) which in turn allows you to go longer before becoming dehydrated...athletes use Creatine to increase their celluar mass and recover from intense workouts faster, but the hydration is a side-effect that benefits riders who use it regularly.
I just picked up a tub of CELLMASS from BSN-havent tried yet, but I have used several other creatine supplements with good result-READ your LABELS folks!!-anything w/suger in it is a waste of time-they use to need the glucose to get the creatine to load into your bloodstream faster but now they have other means that allow them to keep sugar out of the equation.
Serving facts for CellMass:
amount per serving
calories: 40
Total Carbs: 10g
Sugars: 0g
Calcium: 80mg
Phosphorus: 150mg
Sodium: 70mg
Potassium: 140mg (not quite a Banana-but if Bananas make you wana puke (like me) this worx)
Creatine Ethyl Ester Malate: 3g
Glutamine AKG: 2g
and since i know the question is coming...how much for this stuff???= $48. gives you 40 servings, so?? = $1.20 per serving, I have to take 2 servings per day, so that works out to 20 days worth but i slack on weekends so I can prolly get a month out of a jar.
THEPANTHER
Registered
Can't go wrong w/Gin & Juice baby!!!!
steelhead, BigD, excellent posts. I just did an 810 mile day last weekend. Just to add some other things to help you make it through the long rides. This isn't totally off topic here since point #3 is about hydration
Modifications to my Busa: 1 1/4" bar risers to relieve back strain, TL1000 pegs for more leg room, AudioVox Cruise Control so I can rest the throttle hand, ZG double bubble screen for better wind protection, +1 front sprocket for reduced vibration.
If you are planning on running long distances, here are a few tips:
1. You should work your way up to it. There are ways to build up your endurance, but it requires lots of riding. Seat time is the best way to increase your riding distances. I know, I know, it's a sacrifice
2. Earplugs! I can't stress earplugs enough. The constant wind noise, and engine noise will wear you down. Not to mention the damage to your hearing.
3. Hydration is VERY important. Make sure you are hydrated before leaving, otherwise anything you do on the road is just playing catch-up. If you can stand wearing a small backpack while riding, I'd suggest getting a Camelbak, and learn how to drink from it on the move. It's not too hard to get the bite valve up between the chinbar of the helmet and your chin. Getting dehydrated will seriously tire you out, and you'll be taking alot of extra time at gas stops if your trying to rehydrate standing still. I drink about a liter of water per tank of gas. Slamming a Redbull at each gas stop won't keep you hydrated on a long ride.
4. Compression shorts (aka bikecycle shorts under your leathers) believe it or not these can reduce saddlesore a great deal.
5. Do not rely on pills and caffine to get you through. A regiment of aspirin or Ibuprofin can mask the damage your doing to yourself.
6. Meals should not be huge, but modest in size. So no double quarter pounders and fries for lunch. Too much food will cause what some of us call 'food coma' not a good thing to go into while trying to ride. But don't try to exist on Powerbars and Gatorade. Eat sensibly.
7. Something as simple as a Throttle rocker (less than $20), can help exend your range. A cruise control of some type is better, but they're more expensive and depending on what you get can take some adjusting to get right.
Hope this helps.
Modifications to my Busa: 1 1/4" bar risers to relieve back strain, TL1000 pegs for more leg room, AudioVox Cruise Control so I can rest the throttle hand, ZG double bubble screen for better wind protection, +1 front sprocket for reduced vibration.
If you are planning on running long distances, here are a few tips:
1. You should work your way up to it. There are ways to build up your endurance, but it requires lots of riding. Seat time is the best way to increase your riding distances. I know, I know, it's a sacrifice
2. Earplugs! I can't stress earplugs enough. The constant wind noise, and engine noise will wear you down. Not to mention the damage to your hearing.
3. Hydration is VERY important. Make sure you are hydrated before leaving, otherwise anything you do on the road is just playing catch-up. If you can stand wearing a small backpack while riding, I'd suggest getting a Camelbak, and learn how to drink from it on the move. It's not too hard to get the bite valve up between the chinbar of the helmet and your chin. Getting dehydrated will seriously tire you out, and you'll be taking alot of extra time at gas stops if your trying to rehydrate standing still. I drink about a liter of water per tank of gas. Slamming a Redbull at each gas stop won't keep you hydrated on a long ride.
4. Compression shorts (aka bikecycle shorts under your leathers) believe it or not these can reduce saddlesore a great deal.
5. Do not rely on pills and caffine to get you through. A regiment of aspirin or Ibuprofin can mask the damage your doing to yourself.
6. Meals should not be huge, but modest in size. So no double quarter pounders and fries for lunch. Too much food will cause what some of us call 'food coma' not a good thing to go into while trying to ride. But don't try to exist on Powerbars and Gatorade. Eat sensibly.
7. Something as simple as a Throttle rocker (less than $20), can help exend your range. A cruise control of some type is better, but they're more expensive and depending on what you get can take some adjusting to get right.
Hope this helps.
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