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It’s finally Spring!
APRIL FOOLS!
In the Northeast, the weather has been playing with our emotions; swinging wildly from balmy to snowy and back again in the span of a few days. But no matter the weather, it’s always important to remember to hydrate before, during and after a training session.
Endurance athletes are particularly susceptible to the effects of dehydration (performance impairment, increase in fatigue, and elevated chance of overheating, among others), and you will start to notice the effects with as little as 1% loss of body weight. As it gets warmer (and more humid) out, you will lose fluid at a faster clip due to increased sweat rate.
To fend off more serious consequences, any exercise lasting longer than 60 minutes should be supplemented with a sports drink that contains both carbohydrates and electrolytes. Aim to consume about 16-24 ounces per hour of exercise. You do not necessarily need to restore all lost fluids; you can maintain performance by replacing as little as half of what you sweat out.
A hydrated athlete is a happy athlete!
Drink up and happy training!
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