How much water should I drink? What about sports drinks?
-In the 2 hours before exercise half a liter(4 cups) of water is recommended
-About .5-2 liters(2-8.5 cups) of water during exercise depending on; humidity, temperature, intensity, duration and individual
-If exercise lasts longer than an hour, carbohydrate drinks during training will help replenish lost energy to keep on going
-Carbohydrates after exercise will help the body replenish glycogen stores, build muscle and recover for more exercise
-Post-exercise .5-.7 grams of carbohydrates per pound of bodyweight 30 mins after intense exercise and at least 10-20g of protein
-Carbohydrate drinks may fuel the body quickly and more effectively than water alone
-Carbohydrate drinks may help the body recover necessary sodium lost through sweat
-When working out you must drink more water throughout the whole day, not just while exercising
(Rockwell)
(Maughan)
-In the 2 hours before exercise half a liter(4 cups) of water is recommended
-About .5-2 liters(2-8.5 cups) of water during exercise depending on; humidity, temperature, intensity, duration and individual
-If exercise lasts longer than an hour, carbohydrate drinks during training will help replenish lost energy to keep on going
-Carbohydrates after exercise will help the body replenish glycogen stores, build muscle and recover for more exercise
-Post-exercise .5-.7 grams of carbohydrates per pound of bodyweight 30 mins after intense exercise and at least 10-20g of protein
-Carbohydrate drinks may fuel the body quickly and more effectively than water alone
-Carbohydrate drinks may help the body recover necessary sodium lost through sweat
-When working out you must drink more water throughout the whole day, not just while exercising
(Rockwell)
(Maughan)