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Studies indicate that water losses of as little as 2% of the athlete’s body weight can already impair performance by as much as 45%.

It is, therefore, in the best interest of any athlete to ensure that he or she is well hydrated.

Drinking water and other liquids during exercise helps to lower the core temperature of the body, increases blood flow to the skin which promotes sweating, and regulates overall body temperature.

Get all the info you need in this section.

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01. Too much water could be dangerous
Sports scientist Tim Noakes’s research has turned all previous beliefs about water intake for runners on its head. How much water should one really drink when exercising?
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02. Water vs. sports drinks
Which is the better drink to replace fluids lost during exercise: water or sports drinks? Have a look at what the experts say.
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03. Proper hydration
One of the most important factors which determines the success of an athlete’s performance is how much water he or she loses during an event.
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04. Take a drinks break
Fluid plays a significant role in optimising your sports performance. One of the main benefits of adequate hydration includes preventing heat stress and dehydration.
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05. Adding extra kick to sports drinks
Adding protein to conventional sports drinks improves athletic performance and reduces post-exercise muscle damage, says a study in the July issue of Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise.
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06. What is the ideal sports beverage?
An ideal sports beverage should hydrate the body when the athlete is exercising and losing fluid via sweat. But which is better: water or a sports drink? Find out.
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07. Protein in sports drinks: the facts
Sports beverages are riding a "high-protein wave" at the moment. Should serious athletes add protein to their sports drinks, or is this just another clever marketing ploy?
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