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How to Stay Hydrated for the Santa Barbara Half Marathon with Voli Hydration
Running 13.1 miles along Cabrillo Boulevard, winding through the hills of the Mesa neighborhood, and finishing strong on State Street is no small feat. The Santa Barbara Half Marathon isn’t just a race—it’s a personal milestone. But whether you're chasing a new PR or just aiming to finish, how you hydrate can make or break your performance.
Electrolytes, fluid balance, and recovery matter more than ever when you’re logging miles in the California sun. That’s why Voli Wellness is proud to sponsor this year's Santa Barbara Half Marathon on November 9, 2025—with our Sunset Strawberry Lemonade Voli Hydration available at aid stations throughout the course.
Ready to run strong? Grab Voli Hydration to fuel your race. Use promo code RUNSB25 for 20% off.
The Science of Hydration for Runners
Ever hit mile 10 and felt your legs tighten, your focus fade, and your stride collapse? That’s not just fatigue—that’s likely dehydration or an electrolyte imbalance.
When you run, your body loses fluid and essential minerals through sweat. This isn’t just water loss—it’s sodium, potassium, and magnesium leaving your system. And that matters, a lot:
Fluid Balance
Sodium and potassium regulate water movement in and out of cells. Without them, water doesn’t hydrate you effectively.
Muscle Function
Magnesium supports muscle contractions. Low magnesium? Hello cramps.
Energy and Recovery
Electrolytes help transmit nerve signals, maintain blood pressure, and reduce exercise-induced fatigue.
Studies show losing just 2% of your body weight in fluids can impair performance, cognition, and mood. And during a half marathon, the average runner loses between 900–1,800 mg of sodium per liter of sweat. That's why sipping plain water isn’t enough. You need electrolytes that actually support your body in motion.
Why Voli Stands Out?
Not all electrolyte drinks are created equal. Many are overloaded with sugar or artificial ingredients—not exactly what your body wants before, during, or after a run. Voli Hydration is different.
Inspired by active lifestyles like those in Santa Barbara, Voli was crafted to fuel your runs with clean, natural hydration.
Try Voli Hydration today and save 20% with code RUNSB25.
What Runners Are Saying
Weekend runner, Dad of two
Jens B
I’ve run a few half marathons and tried everything—Voli is the first hydration mix that actually feels clean and energizing. I felt steady all 13 miles.
Former D1 Cross Country Runner
Charlotte M
Training through the summer heat used to wear me down. Voli keeps me balanced, even on long runs over 90 degrees. Plus, the flavor makes it easy to keep sipping.
Age group competitor, Chicago
Daniel N
After struggling with cramps for years, I started training with Voli Hydration. It made a huge difference. I finished the race strong, and recovery was faster than ever.
Practical Tips for Race Day Hydration
Training for November 9? Here's how to hydrate smart:
Start hydrating early. In race week, drink 80-100 oz of water daily and add one Voli Hydration stick to help balance electrolytes. It keeps energy up and dehydration down.
On race day, drink 16–20 oz of fluids 2–3 hours before the start. Then sip another 6–8 oz of Voli 15–20 minutes before go time.
Sip every 15–20 minutes to stay ahead of thirst. Use aid stations every 2–3 miles—alternate between water and Voli to maintain hydration. If carrying your own, start early and sip often.
Early elevation gain makes consistent hydration essential for strength and focus.
Within 30 minutes, drink 16–24 oz—ideally with Voli—to replenish lost electrolytes and aid recovery.
Pair with a light snack and keep sipping fluids the rest of the day to bounce back faster.
Start hydrating early. In race week, drink 80-100 oz of water daily and add one Voli Hydration stick to help balance electrolytes. It keeps energy up and dehydration down.
On race day, drink 16–20 oz of fluids 2–3 hours before the start. Then sip another 6–8 oz of Voli 15–20 minutes before go time.
Sip every 15–20 minutes to stay ahead of thirst. Use aid stations every 2–3 miles—alternate between water and Voli to maintain hydration. If carrying your own, start early and sip often.
Early elevation gain makes consistent hydration essential for strength and focus.
Within 30 minutes, drink 16–24 oz—ideally with Voli—to replenish lost electrolytes and aid recovery.
Pair with a light snack and keep sipping fluids the rest of the day to bounce back faster.
With the course’s 150ft elevation gain in miles 1–5, early hydration is key to tackling the Mesa climb strong.
Finish Strong with Voli
Hydration isn’t just about avoiding cramps—it’s about showing up, feeling ready, and finishing strong. Voli Hydration is your clean, effective partner for the Santa Barbara Half Marathon and every mile leading up to it.
As a proud sponsor of the event, we’re here to support your momentum. Fuel your run with Voli and feel the difference.
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