GATORADE SPORTS SCIENCE INSTITUTE

Science of Hydration

Proper fluid intake is necessary for athletes to maintain and perform at their best. This guide outlines essential hydration needs for optimal functioning during performance, competition, and recovery.
July 15, 2024
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Developing a proper hydration plan allows the athlete to ensure they can perform their best during competition and recover effectively. This resource provides science-based guidelines for developing proper hydration practices for your athletes based on fluid intake, absorption, distribution, and retention research. These guidelines consider the basic principles of hydration physiology and factors such as individual variation in fluid and sodium loss during exercise, training status, and environment.

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