🌡️ The Boston Marathon yesterday gave us all a reminder: warm temps + long miles = a serious hydration test. Whether you ran the course, cheered or watched the sun beat down on those determined runners, one thing was clear—hydration can make or break your day. And here’s the kicker: many athletes are either underdoing it or overdoing it and neither sets you up to feel strong, perform your best or recover well.
What Happens When You Underdeliver on Fluids:
You start to slow down—well before your legs give out. You might feel dizzy, nauseous, or struggle to focus. Your heart rate creeps higher even at easy paces. And once you’re in the hole? It’s tough to climb back out mid-race or mid-ride.
But Overhydration? That’s a Problem, Too.
Drinking too much water without enough electrolytes can lead to hyponatremia—a dangerous condition where sodium levels drop too low. Symptoms can look like heat illness or dehydration: confusion, muscle cramps, headaches, even swelling and it’s more common than you might think in longer events and hot temps.
So, How Do You Know If Your Hydration Plan Is Working?
Let’s break it down:
✅ You’re not gaining or losing significant weight during long workouts (1–2% loss is okay).
✅ You’re not hitting the porta-potties every 30 minutes—or barely going at all.
âś… Your energy, focus, and pace stay relatively consistent.
✅ You’re not finishing workouts with muscle cramps or pounding headaches.
✅ You recover well and don’t feel trashed hours later.
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Hydration isn’t just about drinking more. It’s about drinking smarter!
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