When exercising it is always important to have trusty H2O on hand. Nowadays, customized water bottles are increasing in popularity because of the multi-functional purposes they have, which are used best for different activities. There is a bottle out there for about everything, but what's the best water bottle for your workout?

Hiking

Make sure to stay hydrated with a bottle that will keep cool for those extensive hours of hiking. Get one that is easy to carry, either by hand or clip attachment, so that you can enjoy walking without feeling it weighing you down greatly.

LifeStraw Go

This water bottle may be on the pricier side of the spectrum, but it is guaranteed to be worth the buy. LifeStraw Go has a two action filtration system built into the container that filters out bacteria and unwanted tastes from the water. You can just stop buy a river and fill up your water reserves without the worry of getting sick. It can hold up to a thousand litres before changing the filter out, which is more than enough time to get your hike's worth out of using the bottle. A sturdy clip on the side makes it easy to attach to any bag.

Bicycling

Cycling at full speed will guarantee spills, so make sure to buy a bottle with a secure lid, but also one that requires only just a squeeze to pour icy goodness into your mouth quickly.

Podium Ice Insulated 21oz (ounces) by CamelBak

Made from silicone, this bottle is keen on keeping water cold for long rides. You can easily use this bottle by just squeezing and drinking, while the lid seals itself for you, taking the work out of your hands and keeping them free to steer.

Polar Insulated Bottle

If you are looking for style, try out the Polar Insulated Bottle. With over 30 variations of design, you will have a fun time just choosing one on colour alone. This bottle is Bisphenol A (BPA) and Phthalate free insuring a safe drink. The mouth is big enough to slip ice cubes through and with the added insulated lining this product makes for a cool drink that will last a while.

Jogging

The best bottles are the ones that you can take with you as you go. Ones with clips or holsters are the most ideal for carrying while on the run.

Nathan SpeedDraw Plus Flask

The Nathan SpeedDraw Plus Flask comes with it's own strap-on glove, which allows the runner to attach the bottle directly to their hand. Added bonus, there is a pocket to store small items and certain sized phones. The bottle is simple to use with you just having to squeeze a quick squirt of water when you begin to feel your throat becoming parched.

FuelBelt Enduro Hand-Held Running Water Bottle

Another bottle that you can keep on hand, the FuelBelt bottle also has zipped pockets that you can secure your small belongings in. At 16oz this bottle is the perfect volume of water to stay cool on those jogs around the block. A thumb-strap helps keep the grip on the bottle comfortably secure, while the holster absorbs any condensation from the bottle, letting your hand stay nice and dry.

High intensity workouts

You want a bottle with huge capacity and will keep cool for the long hours of your training. This also means you want to have one that doesn't sweat so they don't leave a puddle of water on the ground or don't slip out of your hands. For those who want a different type of drink to keep your energy up, look at getting a quality mixer bottle for your fruity protein needs.

Lifefactory 22oz Glass Water Bottle with Silicone Sleeve

This bottle is famous for it's ‘no leaking' action as its leak-resistant cap stops water from spilling. The cap incorporated in the design speeds up the flow of water, making it much quicker to drink more for those fast workouts where you need water quickly. Since the bottle is glass, it is dishwasher safe, free of any weird smells and gross aftertastes. Even though it is glass, the silicone sleeve reduces the risk of it breaking. Dropping it is no problem as the sleeve works as a protector against the bottle sweating onto your hands.

BlenderBottle SportMixer

For those high intensity workouts when you want a protein drink, this bottle, promoted as a portable mixer, works with the wire ball included in keeping your drinks mixed well and smooth. Shake and you're done mixing. At a price of $13, there is nothing to lose by choosing this durable bottle.