Dehydration...
...Know the signs
Signs of Dehydration
If you are experiencing any of these signs, drink some water ASAP!
Your mouth and lips are dry.
Your pee is dark.
Your energy levels are low.
You have a headache.
You don’t have enough tears.
Your skin is dry.
You get muscle spasms or “Charley horses.”
Your body is cramping.
You feel hungry even after you just ate.
3 Ways Your Hydration Needs Change as You Age
By Andy Blow
How does age affect hydration requirements? There are three common traits of aging that mean getting your hydration strategy right is all the more important as the years go by.
You have less water on board to start with, so dehydration is more of a risk
You tend to lose more water through urine, so dehydration is more of a risk
Your sensation of thirst is diminished, so, you guessed it—dehydration is more of a risk!
What can older athletes do to stay hydrated?
Be Aware That You Probably Need to Drink a Bit More
Take in Additional Sodium with Your Fluids When You’re Sweating
If you’re an older athlete who struggles with hydration issues like dehydration or cramping after longer period of sweating, it’s worth taking Precision Hydration’s FREE online Sweat Test to help you get started with personalizing your hydration strategy. If you have any questions, you can send Andy Blow an email.