Exercise - Hydration before during and after physical effort
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Exercise: The Importance of Hydration Before, During, and After Physical Activity
Introduction
Hydration plays a pivotal role in fitness and sports, similar to a well-balanced diet. While the body can source calories from adipose tissue or even muscle protein during exercise, insufficient water intake poses greater risks. Proper hydration is crucial for optimal performance and health.
The Role of Water in the Body
Water is essential for all metabolic processes. Lack of adequate hydration can disrupt biochemical reactions, directly affecting training effectiveness and overall health. During aerobic exercise, dehydration occurs through perspiration, which regulates body temperature. Therefore, it's important to drink water before, during, and after physical activity.
Benefits of Proper Hydration
Correct hydration helps:
- Regulate body temperature.
- Eliminate toxic substances, like urea and sodium, via perspiration and urine.
- Maintain efficient metabolism of blood sugar, lipids, and proteins, essential for sustained physical effort.
Risks of Overhydration
Excessive water intake, known as overhydration, can burden the bloodstream and make the heart work harder. This may reduce training effectiveness and hinder performance. Overhydration may also cause sensations of a “heavy body.”
Choosing the Right Fluids
Athletes should consider their dehydration levels and glycogen reserve depletion. Besides water, isotonic drinks with electrolytes similar to the body’s own or quick-absorbing sugars like fructose and glucose can help swiftly restore glycogen. It's advisable to consume these fluids in small, frequent doses for better assimilation.
Balancing Hydration
Both dehydration and overhydration stress the renal system. Overhydration can lead to significant electrolyte loss, including vital minerals like potassium and sodium, which need replenishment through natural sources like fruits, vegetables, and mineral water. Dehydration reduces urine volume as the body retains minerals, possibly resulting in renal issues such as stones or even renal failure.
Hydration Discipline
Proper hydration requires discipline, with regular fluid intake throughout the day?"not just during exercise. You shouldn’t wait to feel thirsty, as this indicates a prolonged lack of adequate water. To prevent both dehydration and overhydration, drink fluids consistently but avoid excessive intake during meals to prevent digestive dilution.
Maintaining a balance in hydration is essential not only for physical performance but also for overall health and well-being.
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