Ilana Katz MS, RD, CSSD With the Summer heat and humidity, comes the importance of refreshing hydration knowledge and deployment. Although it is important all year around, physiologically neglecting to keep up good hydration practice can result in more dire consequences in the summer months. Remember that hydration is not simply the intake of water, but strategy should include the optimal balance of electrolytes. This article is a reminder to focus on pre workout daily hydration strategies, as well as replenishing what is lost during a sweat workout, and how […]
STRATEGIZING FOR HYDRATION
ILANA KATZ MS, RD, CSSD Remaining hydrated is a key element to optimal performance. Even a 1-2% drop in body weight due to fluid loss can drastically affect endurance. As a sports nutritionist, I train many athletes to be aware of the importance of hydration. However, to simply have the fluid available is no good if it is not consumed. So although this topic may be a tangent to sports nutrition itself, it may offer some great tips, particularly beginners who may either struggle with balance on the bike, or […]
Hydration for Cycling: Drink and Ride
Drinking and Riding. A Century old Story. It is Century season. Yes,” century,” :one hundred,” it too has a season. Whether that means miles or kilometers, it is 100 of them. In the cycling world, we like to call 100 miles a real century and 100 kilometers a metric century, which equals approximately 67 miles. Either way, to get on a bicycle, and pedal for that long, sitting in one position on a tiny seat, up and down hills is an accomplishment. I decided to blog on this topic for […]
