Hydration, Fueling and Performance Advice for Athletes

105 articles tagged with "Hydration"

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How long does it take to die from dehydration?

Sports Scientist Abby Coleman delves into survival stories and the scientific evidence to answer the question - how long does it take to die from dehydration?

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How strong electrolyte drinks can help POTS sufferers

Hydration is extremely important for people who suffer from POTS and we explain why a strong electrolyte drink can help ease the dehydrating symptoms associated with POTS.

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Why we batch test the Precision Fuel & Hydration product range

Precision Hydration founder Andy Blow explains why the entire PH and PF product ranges are batch-tested and undergo rigorous scrutiny in order to ensure they adhere to the WADA Anti-Doping Code.

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Does drinking cold drinks in hot weather improve performance?

Sports Scientist Andy Blow explains the effects of cold drinks / slushies on athletes' performing in hot conditions...

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Can PH 1500 cure a hangover?

Many athletes comment on the hangover-relieving qualities of a PH 1500 electrolyte supplement and Sports Scientist Abby Coleman explains how a PH 1500 might help ease hangover symptoms.

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Does consuming more salt mean you'll have saltier sweat?

Precision Hydration's resident Sports Scientist, Abby Coleman, answers the question of whether increasing your salt intake will affect your sweat sodium concentration by looking at the research.

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How this pro triathlete is using sweat rate data to improve his performance

Pro triathlete and three-time Norseman Xtreme Triathlon winner, Allan Hovda, explains how he's been measuring his sweat rate to improve his hydration strategy.

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Learning about hyponatremia and the importance of rehydration the hard way

Triathlete Ron Gordon details his experiences of several terrifying collapses after IRONMAN races and training rides, which were brought on by hyponatremia and a lack of rehydration...

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Cystic Fibrosis and 'Salty Sweaters'

Sweat sodium concentration can vary greatly between individuals and those with cystic fibrosis have particularly salty sweat. Abby Coleman explains what CF is and how it impacts hydration.

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Do women have different hydration needs to men?

There are very clear physiological differences between men and women, but do these differences mean that they have different hydration needs? Sports Scientist Abby Coleman takes a look...

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How much should I drink during exercise?

A question we're regularly asked at Precision Hydration is 'how much should I drink?' There isn't a straightforward, 'one size fits all' answer, but Abby Coleman has outlined a potential strategy.

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How to stay hydrated when training for a Haute Route event during the Lockdown

Staying hydrated is going to be crucial if you want to perform at your best during your indoor Haute Route event. We've got some advice for you...

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