Coach Chris Newport explores the most common fueling and hydration mistakes that wreck performance and sometimes lead to dangerous health complications for endurance athletes, like:

• Guessing with nutrition instead of using science-based approaches tailored to individual needs
• Using the "kitchen sink approach" by throwing random products at problems like cramping without understanding root causes
• Failing to train your gut alongside physical training for at least 8-12 weeks before events
• Choosing the wrong types of carbohydrates that slow gastric emptying during exercise
• Using identical fueling strategies across different distances and conditions rather than adjusting for intensity and environment
• Ignoring underlying GI conditions that impact performance and fuel utilization
• Overusing or improperly balancing electrolytes, especially sodium and potassium, which can be potentially fatal

To help you stop guessing and start fueling and hydrating with confidence, we just released our brand new hydration guide. It's updated, short, super practical and packed with easy ways to check if you're hydrating properly. For a more comprehensive approach, check out our Fueling and Hydration 6-week Bootcamp at theenduranceedge.com/fuelingbootcamp.

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