Tip 4 electrolytes
When we sweat and exercise our bodies lose salts. These are known as electrolytes. The 5 types are sodium, magnesium, potassium, chloride and calcium. Losing salts will cause you to not be able to continue exercising, make you tired, can lead to stomach upset and prevent muscle tissue development. Some of the best natural ways to replace these are by eating, taking in adequate fluids before during and after exercise and resting. Cantaloupe, blackberries, blueberries and strawberries are all good sources.
Endurance athletes may need to experiment with there products and base quantity on weight.
Avoid using artificial stimulant drinks found in local shops and caffeine.
During my ironman training I used a product called nuun. Theses were easy dissolving sugar free tablets that are add to water during sessions that I lost high amounts of sweat. Non sugar products are also good for cycling and running because any spillage doesn't dry sticky on you.
Perfect for indoor cycle instructors as well.
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