Clearly, athletes are at a higher risk of becoming dehydrated than most people -something athletes need to be keenly aware of at all times. In fact, many health experts would argue that for an athlete to perform at his or her peak, nothing is more important than being properly hydrated.
Symptoms of dehydration in athletes:
• Nausea
• Chills
• Elevated heart rate
• Inability to sweat
• Light-headedness
Hydration tips for athletes:
• Eat a balanced meal and drink plenty of water 24 hours before a major workout
• Drink two cups of water before exercising
• Drink water at regular intervals while exercising
• Weigh yourself before and after vigorous workouts to make sure you've replaced the fluids lost from working out
• If urine is dark after exercising, drink more water
• Don't drink beverages high in sugar while exercising
• Water is the best fluid replacement for athletes
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