All information gathered here is from personal experience and research. Please check with your doctor before starting any exercise regimen. Above all else, please use good common sense. Thank you.
1. Weigh in without clothes before and after exercise, especially during hot weather. For each pound of body weight lost during exercise, drink two cups of fluid. 2. Drink a rehydration beverage containing sodium to quickly replenish lost body fluids. The beverage should also contain 6-8% glucose or sucrose. 3. Drink 17-20 fluid ounces of water or sports drink, 2-3 hours before practice or competition. 4. Drink 7-10 fluid ounces of water or sports drink, 10-20 minutes before the event. 5. Drink 7-10 fluid ounces of water or sports drink every 10-20 minutes during training and competition. 6. Do not restrict fluids before or during an event. 7. Avoid beverages containing caffeine and alcohol because they increase urine production and add to dehydration. ASCM 1.8.7