zjrog

I had gastric sleeve weight loss surgery almost 3 years ago. Hydration is super important to me, and I cannot gulp or chug water like I used to. I also work in the desert... Here is what I do. At work, for every three bottles of water, one Gatorade Zero or Vitamin Water Zero... Never soda. I do love iced tea, unsweetened (I could not be a good southerner to save my soul...) I live in Utah, 5200' elevation, 20% or less humidity in the summer. For hot rides, I'll drink a Gatorade or Vitamin Water Zero before the ride, and after. Water exclusively on the ride. Either 2 water bottles on the bike or 100 ounce Camelbak with filtered tap water, depends on the ride distance or time out on a ride. I simply use a Brita type water filter pitcher. Wife and I keep 2 full all the time.