SWEATING IT OUT - Part Two

Continued from 7/1/13 post . . .


When the heat is on, staying hydrated decreases stress on your body and is essential to stay healthy.  Be sure to schedule frequent fluid breaks, as sipping fluids over time is more effective than drinking large amounts in one sitting.  If you become dehydrated during an unusually long and strenuous bout of exercise, you will need to drink frequently for the next 24 - 48 hours to replace the sweat losses.

Water and 100% fruit juice are your healthiest beverage choices.  Sports drinks (Gatorade, Powerade) are only necessary if you are exercising hard for more than an hour -- be aware that a 20-ounce bottle contains about 130 calories.

Soda, vitamin waters, energy drinks (Red Bull), alcohol, and coffee shop drinks are less healthy options.  They usually contain lots of non-nutritious calories, sugar, and other dubious ingredients.
Source: Nancy Clark's Sports Nutrition Guidebook




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