Hydrate after Sweating

Today's Tip:

 DON'T SWEAT IT

Exercisers of all ages, especially older adults and children, are at
increased risk for dehydration during these hot summer months.
Dehydration can diminish energy, impair performance, and have serious
health consequences. Even a 2 percent loss of body weight through
sweat—3 pounds for a 150-pound exerciser—can mean trouble. Maintaining
proper hydration is important. Weigh yourself, without clothing, just
before and after you exercise to measure fluid loss. Each pound lost
is equivalent to almost 2 cups of dehydration.


Sources: Gatorade Sports Science Institute