We've all heard that we need to drink enough fluids to avoid dehydration. But why is it so important for our performance? Does dehydration mean that we have too little fluid in our bodies, or is it also related to the famous electrolytes?
We will look at the different systems in the body that regulate our fluid balance, and how dehydration can affect our performance. Many people talk about 2% dehydration as an important limit, but is that true or just a myth? In addition, dehydration may also be related to our ability to regulate temperature, which affects what fuel our body consumes, as well as the central nervous system, which can ultimately affect our performance.
Finally, we address specific examples of how to best avoid dehydration and explain why an energy powder with sugar and salt will always be superior to Hydro Tabs.
Find the episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2NprO1ZmGvuu9JamOJaGtU?si=moSBR9aoTnSxQrigg-gU0A
