| Hydration: Sports Drinks | |
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| Dehydration leads to temperature rgulation issues, decrease in muscle metabolism, and decrease in exercise performance. | "Drink early, and drink often!" -Dr. Wagner |
| Fluids containing sodium/carbohydrates additions can enhance fluid retention. (Aide in blood glucose levels). | Fluids containing of electrolytes are suggested during athletic events lasting over 1 hour. |
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Water-induced hydration versus Glycerol-induced hydration in total body weight. |
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