Hydration is Performance
Whether you're running a marathon, cycling for hours, or pushing through an intense training session, proper hydration can make or break your performance. Our Electrolyte & Carbohydrate Drink Mix is scientifically formulated to provide rapid hydration, sustained energy, and endurance support so you can perform at your best from start to finish.
Why Electrolytes Matter for Athletes
When you sweat, you don't just lose water—you lose critical electrolytes that are essential for muscle function, nerve signalling, and fluid balance. Even mild dehydration and electrolyte imbalance can lead to:
- Decreased performance and power output
- Muscle cramps and spasms
- Mental fatigue and poor concentration
- Increased perceived effort
- Slower recovery
- Higher risk of heat-related illness
Replacing electrolytes during exercise is crucial for maintaining performance and preventing these issues.
The Perfect Hydration Formula
Our drink mix combines the optimal ratio of electrolytes and carbohydrates for maximum absorption and performance:
Sodium: The most important electrolyte lost in sweat. Sodium helps maintain fluid balance, supports nerve function, and enhances carbohydrate and water absorption in the intestines.
Potassium: Essential for muscle contractions, nerve signals, and maintaining proper fluid balance inside cells.
Magnesium: Supports muscle function, energy production, and helps prevent cramping.
Calcium: Critical for muscle contractions and bone health.
Carbohydrates: Provide quick-acting energy to fuel your muscles and enhance electrolyte absorption through the sodium-glucose co-transport mechanism.
Benefits of Electrolyte & Carbohydrate Drink Mix
- Rapid rehydration: Faster fluid absorption than water alone
- Sustained energy: Carbohydrates fuel prolonged exercise
- Enhanced endurance: Maintain performance during long training sessions
- Prevents cramping: Optimal electrolyte balance supports muscle function
- Improved recovery: Faster rehydration and glycogen replenishment
- Better focus: Proper hydration supports mental performance
- Reduced fatigue: Consistent energy delivery delays exhaustion
When to Use Electrolyte Drinks
During Endurance Exercise: Any activity lasting longer than 60 minutes benefits from electrolyte and carbohydrate supplementation.
High-Intensity Training: Intense workouts that produce heavy sweating require electrolyte replacement.
Hot Weather Training: Increased sweat rates in heat demand greater electrolyte intake.
Multiple Training Sessions: Support recovery between workouts with proper rehydration.
Competition Day: Optimize performance during races and events.
Who Needs Electrolyte Supplementation?
- Endurance athletes (runners, cyclists, triathletes)
- Team sport athletes (football, rugby, basketball)
- Anyone training in hot or humid conditions
- Heavy sweaters who lose significant sodium
- Athletes training for more than 60 minutes
- People exercising multiple times per day
The Science of Hydration
Research shows that combining electrolytes with carbohydrates significantly improves fluid absorption compared to water alone. The sodium-glucose co-transport system in your intestines allows for faster uptake of both water and energy, leading to:
- Up to 30% faster rehydration
- Improved endurance performance by 2-3%
- Delayed time to exhaustion
- Better maintenance of blood volume
- Reduced cardiovascular strain
How to Use for Best Results
Before Exercise: Drink 300-500ml 15-30 minutes before training to ensure you start well-hydrated.
During Exercise: Aim for 150-250ml every 15-20 minutes during prolonged activity. Adjust based on sweat rate and conditions.
After Exercise: Drink 1.5 litres for every kilogram of body weight lost through sweat to fully rehydrate.
Mixing: Add one scoop to 500-750ml of cold water, shake well, and consume as needed.
Electrolytes vs Plain Water
While water is essential, it's not always enough for athletes:
- Water alone: Can dilute blood sodium levels during prolonged exercise (hyponatremia)
- Water with electrolytes: Maintains proper sodium balance and enhances absorption
- Water with electrolytes and carbs: Provides energy while optimizing hydration
For activities under 60 minutes, water may suffice. For anything longer or more intense, electrolyte drinks are superior.
Signs You Need Better Hydration
Watch for these indicators that you need to improve your hydration strategy:
- Muscle cramps during or after exercise
- Excessive fatigue or "hitting the wall"
- Headaches during or after training
- Dark-coloured urine
- Dizziness or light-headedness
- Declining performance in the latter stages of workouts
Optimize Your Hydration, Maximize Your Performance
Don't let dehydration limit your potential. Our Electrolyte & Carbohydrate Drink Mix provides the scientifically-backed hydration and energy support you need to train harder, last longer, and perform at your peak.
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