Our Shakers - Water Bottles page brings together our tips for choosing sports nutrition containers: shaker cups with a strainer or ball for mixing protein and drinks, shaker cups with compartments for taking your powder on the go, water bottles and jugs for hydration during exercise, and good hygiene practices.
Prepare, take with you, drink, without lumps.
The shaker is an essential accessory for anyone consuming protein powder or sports drinks. When sealed tightly, it allows you to mix the powder with water or milk in seconds by shaking it vigorously. An integrated grid or a ball made of metal breaks up lumps to ensure a smooth drink. The measurements on the side help accurately dose the liquid.
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Shakers with compartments consist of several stackable elements: a reservoir for liquid, one or two compartments for storing a dose of powder, and sometimes a pillbox for capsules. This way, you can take your snack to the gym or office and prepare it right after the workout, when your muscles need it most. Models made from BPA-free plastic or stainless steel ensure healthy daily use.
To stay hydrated during exercise, the bottle or squeeze bottle can be operated with one hand, without stopping. Choose a model that's easy to open and fill, with a wide mouth for slipping in ice cubes. Hygiene is essential: rinse your shaker right after use, as milk and protein can spoil quickly and leave stubborn smells. Wash it with warm soapy water or in the dishwasher if the manufacturer allows it, and leave it to dry open.
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The integrated grid breaks the lumps of fine powders, like whey protein. The metal ball, which rolls around in the shaker, mixes thicker preparations like oatmeal or gainer more effectively.
Rinse it with hot water as soon as you've finished the drink, without letting the protein dry. If there's a persistent smell, let it soak overnight with water and baking soda or white vinegar, then let it dry open.
It's best to avoid it: the heat builds pressure in a tightly sealed container, and the lid can pop off when shaken. For a hot drink, mix the powder in a bit of cold water, then pour the hot liquid into a cup.
A shaker of about six hundred millilitres is sufficient for a dose of protein with water or milk, leaving enough space to mix well. To stay hydrated during exercise, aim for half a litre to a litre depending on the length of the session.
The shaker is used to prepare a drink from powder, whereas the bottle, flexible or with a valve, can be drunk from one hand during exercise. Many athletes use both, one at the gym, the other while biking or running.