After years of research, and numerous studies, we have discovered the single most performance enhancing product, for any sport, that can be found on the market: water. Surprised? So were we until we read this:
	Why Staying Hydrated Gives You More Energy The Facts On Hydration Skiing And Cold Weather Fluid Replacement Needs

 

 

 

Why Staying Hydrated Gives You More Energy.

Your body is a machine. And unfortunately, it doesn't come with an operator's manual. But if it did, it would tell you that you need plenty of water to keep it running at maximum efficiency.

Burn More Fuel.
Your muscles need oxygen and nutrients to work hard (to work at all, for that matter); and your blood stream, made up mostly of water, is the fuel line that delivers them. So, if you're low on water, your fuel pressure is low. You can't perform at your peak.

But Stay Cool.
Water is also the coolant for your machine. Your muscles generate 8-10 times more heat when you work out. More heat means your cooling system has to go into high gear to conduct heat away from vital organs to your skin, where it's dissipated by sweat.

The Problem? Your Radiator Leaks!
You can easily sweat away 2 litres of water per hour when you exercise on a hot day. Imagine losing that much coolant out of your car's radiator every hour. Your car would overheat in no time. It takes the average person just a half hour before they start feeling the effects.

Dehydration Is Not Pretty.
You feel weak, begin to experience headaches, nausea, and cramps. If left untreated, heat exhaustion and heatstroke set in, which can be fatal. Dehydration is a key factor in "bonking" or "hitting the wall."

By the Time You're Thirsty, It's Too Late.
It may take more than a half hour to get thirsty. And by then, your performance could already be suffering. Here's what you can do:

• Don't run out of water!
• Keep drinking before, after and especially during activities.
• Drink cool liquids. Your body absorbs water most readily when it's 50-60 degrees.

How CamelBak Helps You Perform At Your Peak.
In the old days, cyclists, hikers, runners, and other athletes used things called water bottles. They drank once in a while. The water got hot. And, as you know if you've read this far, that's just asking for trouble.

Water. Anytime, Anywhere.
Then CamelBak Hydration Systems came along and changed everything. Now, you can carry more water, so you can drink more often without fear of running out. They make drinking much more accessible, so you'll be able to drink more. Plus, you can keep liquids at the desired temperature (hot or cold) for hours.

Hands-Free Hydration.
And, unlike water bottles, CamelBak Hydration Systems are mounted on the body - clearly the most efficient place to carry liquids. For cyclists, this removes weight from the bike, making it more responsive. It keeps your water supply away from bacteria-breeding mud and leaves your hands free for more important things, like steering. For hikers, a CamelBak replaces that hard-to-reach water bottle in your backpack. Finally, a CamelBak can easily be filled with pure water by plugging the tube into a filtration system.