Water and Sports
- Proper hydration is important during exercise. Adequate fluid intake for
athletes, even the recreational kind, is essential to comfort, performance and
safety.
- The longer and more intensely you exercise, the more important it is to
drink the right kind of fluids.
- Studies have found that a loss of two or more
percent of one's body weight due to sweating is linked to a drop in blood
volume. When this occurs, the heart works harder in order to move blood through
the bloodstream. This can lead to reduced performance of elite athletes.
- However,
more research is finding that recreational exercisers are also at risk
of drinking too much water and suffering from hyponatremia or water
intoxication.
- Clearly, drinking the right amount of the right
fluids is critical for performance and safety while exercising.
Proper Hydration
Sports Drinks
Water and Electrolytes
Water and Wellness
Drinking Water Facts
Learn how you can make your own sports post-recovery drinks and sports bars
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