To perform at your absolute best, it is essential to keep hydrated not just during the physical event but also before and after. Luckily, we have some important tips to help keep your fluid levels balanced whether you’re a novice or an avid athlete.
It sounds fancy but thermoregulation is just the scientific term for the body’s ability to keep its temperature within a normal range. Our body temperature should be between 36.1oC and 37.2oC, with the average temperature being 37oC.
The water content of some foods is extremely high and can play a good part in keeping your hydration levels optimal. Plus, they are a good alternative to fatty snacks as well!
A report by the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) back in 2014 showed that a staggering 89% of us are not meeting our daily recommended water intake.
Did you know, that back in the early days of organized marathon running, before the 1970s, professional athletes were advised not to drink any fluids at all before or during their race? Can you imagine trying to complete a 40-mile-run without so much as a drop of water to get you through?
Did you know, that your water needs also vary at different stages of your life?
Staying properly hydrated on your journey is key to fighting off feelings of fatigue and lethargy, preventing headaches and helping to keep your metabolism working as it should.
The warm weather brought by summer can be perfect for beach visits, lounging by the pool, picnics in the park but the key to enjoying all these activities is hydration.
Could a few extra glasses of water throughout the day really cure your inability to sleep?
While it is impossible to make your headache and nausea magically vanish, there are a few sensible ideas to try to help lessen the symptoms.
