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Staying hydrated doing outdoor winter activities

SeaGirl

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SeaGirl    193

SeaGirl
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I want to use my Camelback when I go skiing, so I stay better hydrated. Last time I went, I didn't drink enough and with the dry climate and the altitude, I ended up with a headache. I'm 5 months out tomorrow and know that early on I wasn't to drink with a straw. I still don't. So can I do this without discomfort?

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gomekast    559

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Im 11 weeks and use a straw now. I just don't syck all that air in before the liquid gets up to my mouth.

I would think you're safe at 5 months out.

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ribearty    544

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I have used my camelback since my sleeve surgery without any problem when I ride my bicycle. I didn't even think about it being a "straw" I am just so used to taking it with me when I ride. Mindless drinking instead of eating.

How do you do with cold drinks? If you are skiing the Water may get cold, and if cold drinks cause you problems, you might encounter some pain. If you plan to use your Camelback, you might try to drink a small amount using a straw to see if that causes you any pain. If that is okay, test your Camelback at home to see how it feels before taking it out with you untried on an outdoor excursion. It would totally stink to end up ruining your ski trip.

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Sassy Pants1    186

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I've used a straw since day two. But my doc said it was okay. Said if it bothers you, stop. I've had no issues using a straw.

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LouiseC    1,029

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I was told a straw was fine, if used sensibly, so I used a straw from the day I left the hospital and never had an issue. I was just sensible and didn't swallow the air. Suck up, seal straw with tongue, exhale, sip :-)

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SeaGirl    193

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Thanks All, I'll play without today. I prefer my liquids cold, and I have a neoprene sleeve for the tube to keep it from freezing. I hope I can tolerate it and the old Camelback won't need to be retired.

It feels so good to be able to move in snow pants and ski boots and to be able to get up when I fall down. Looking forward to a cold and snowy day at Copper Mountain tomorrow!

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