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How much water do you need to drink during a run? Do you need electrolytes? We've got answers to all your hydration questions in this episode! First, we answer a listener’s question on liquid calories as a pre-race nutrition strategy. Then, we take a deep dive into the science of hydration for runners - and practical takeaways you can use to feel better on your runs.
Discussion points include:
Why does hydration for runners matter so much?
The role of electrolytes (including sodium) in hydration
How hydration can stop those headaches after a long run
How to reduce your risk of hyponatremia
Understanding sweat rate vs sweat concentration
How much water should you drink before a run
Hydration while running so your stomach doesn’t feel sloshy
How to carry water while running
Hyperhydration strategies
Should you use IV hydration before a race?
Additional resources: https://www.featherstonenutrition.com/hydration-sweat-rate/
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🎙️ Please rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts or follow and comment on Spotify. If You enjoyed this episode, please share with a friend!
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By Amanda Brooks and Laura Norris4.9
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How much water do you need to drink during a run? Do you need electrolytes? We've got answers to all your hydration questions in this episode! First, we answer a listener’s question on liquid calories as a pre-race nutrition strategy. Then, we take a deep dive into the science of hydration for runners - and practical takeaways you can use to feel better on your runs.
Discussion points include:
Why does hydration for runners matter so much?
The role of electrolytes (including sodium) in hydration
How hydration can stop those headaches after a long run
How to reduce your risk of hyponatremia
Understanding sweat rate vs sweat concentration
How much water should you drink before a run
Hydration while running so your stomach doesn’t feel sloshy
How to carry water while running
Hyperhydration strategies
Should you use IV hydration before a race?
Additional resources: https://www.featherstonenutrition.com/hydration-sweat-rate/
💻 Visit lauranorrisrunning.com and runtothefinish.com for thousands of free articles on all things running, from training tips to gear reviews.
🎙️ Please rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts or follow and comment on Spotify. If You enjoyed this episode, please share with a friend!
👉 Follow us @treadlightlyrunning @runtothefinish and @lauranorrisrunning on Instagram!
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