7 Essential Tips to Keeping Hydrated When Martial Arts Training

How to Stay Hydrated When Exercising in the Summer

Summer seems to have arrived here in Edmonton with temperatures reaching the 30’s. This is great for the sun worshippers and there is nothing better than a nice day, rather than the typical Canadian weather. But we must remember that keeping hydrated is so important to your health, especially if you are doing a physical activity like martial arts.
If you don’t drink enough water, especially in hot weather, it can have ...

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Preventing Dehydration in Summer Heat

Common Signs of Dehydration…

Prevent dehydration by first recognizing the symptoms. We’ve all experienced it at some point when working out or on the field – fatigue sets in, your mouth feels dry and your legs are heavy. These are common signs of dehydration.

When an athlete works out, body fluid is lost through sweat. If the fluid lost through sweat is not replaced, dehydration and early fatigue are unavoidable. Losing even 2% of body fluids (less than 3.5 pounds ...

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