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2005-06-09 8:16 AM

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Subject: Muscle cramping lately

During my last long ride and again last night during a 3500m swim, I started having cramps in my legs ( calf and hams). I has been hotter than normal for this time of year.   I think it may be due to low levels of sodium during the longer distances. On the bike I carry two bottles. One with Gatoraide the other just water. I never drink during the swim. I swallow enough water as it is. A bike racers mentioned to me that he takes salt pills before  long training rides. Any input. 

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2005-06-09 8:29 AM
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Subject: RE: Muscle cramping lately

I had the same problems with Gatorade.  I think it's higher in sugar than most.  Perhaps find a different drink?

What I did is switched to straight water and take a PowerGel every 30-45 min.  Cramps are gone from the bike.  Don't have the problem with the swim. (I can't swim that long, yet. )

2005-06-09 10:46 AM
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Subject: RE: Muscle cramping lately

I just have to stay hydrated, and make sure my hells are down on the bike. It's worse for me if I spring (especially on a spin bike). 

  I can't tolerate much gatorade so my plan is to buy the electrolyte tabs tomorrow when I go to the tri store.

2005-06-09 12:33 PM
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Subject: It is all about Enduralytes
Go to any decent website that sells tri stuff and you will find Enduralytes. There are a couple of sodium, potassium and other replacement options. Enduralytes seem to work for me. Since I started taking them, cramps have dissapeared.

Mike
2005-06-09 12:35 PM
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Subject: RE: It is all about Enduralytes
I second the Endurolytes, they really work.

Edited by H13 2005-06-09 12:37 PM
2005-06-09 12:38 PM
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Subject: RE: It is all about Enduralytes

http://www.trisports.com/hanuen.html

Use your BT discount when you checkout, this would be the cheapest you will find.

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