Electrolytes are to the body as “oil is to a car”. Over long periods of exercise it’s vital to consume extra electrolytes in the right format. Electrolytes are not stored in the body, so need to be replaced consistently every hour. Treat them like insurance, even if you don’t feel as though you need it, when you do it’s usually too late. If you have trained extensively for a race, you don’t want to leave this stone unturned to ensure you maximise your performance. Supplemental electrolytes should be in a balanced formula (not just salt!) and be taken in amounts appropriate to the heat, humidity and personal metabolic characteristics of the athlete. FACT: Sodium chloride (salt) is indeed an important component of electrolyte replenishment but it does not fulfil the entire requirements. Calcium, magnesium, and potassium should be replenished as well as all these minerals play key roles in the maintenance of many important body functions. Additionally, body weight, fitness level, weather conditions, acclimatization level, and biological predisposition all greatly affect electrolyte depletion and the need for replenishment, which is why a “one-size fits all” bottled drink or drink mix usually won’t work. Electrolyte depletion is widely variable, which is why the hourly Endurolytes dose can range from 1-6 capsules/hr. That being said, 2-3 capsules of Endurolytes hourly is a good starting point. Certainly there will be occasions when 1-2 Endurolytes will be completely adequate; on hot-weather workouts or races, it may be necessary to consume 5-6 Endurolytes hourly.
Posted on: Fri, 13 Sep 2013 20:03:29 +0000
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