Obviously, water isn't only an athlete's best friend because everyone needs it. But, athletes need to drink more water than non-athletes because athletes are constantly losing fluids through sweat in workouts. Nutritionists recommend athletes to replace any body weight lost during an exercise with fluids like sports drinks or water. Sports drinks are better suited for athletes who train for more than an hour, while water is good for athletes who practice for less than an hour. On the other hand, athletes should also avoid sugary, caffeine containing drinks because caffeine promotes fluid loss. Basically, if you drink caffeine before or during a practice, you become more prone to dizziness or light-headedness. This is because of the lack of fluid retention in your body. Here are more tips on hydration for athletes as recommended by various nutritionists and dietitians:
•children are more susceptible to dehydration because they don't respond to thirst as readily as adults
•drink water every 15 minutes during a practice
• try a method called pre-hydrating: drink about two cups of water 1-2 hours before your practice to help delay fatigue
•poor hydration can lead to little to no recovery the next day
•a good sign to see if you are fully hydrated: check the color of your urine (the clearer, the better)
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