
Optimizing Hydration in Elite Athletes
presenter(s):
Hakim Bouzamondo, MD, MSc, MBA
Niko Mihic, MD, CFPC
Ricardo Rueda, MD, PhD
José López Chicharro, MD, PhD
Craig A. Horswill, PhD BSc Hon, RD, APD, AdvSD, FHEA
David S. Rowlands, PhD
Date: | 9 December 2022 |
In this video, faculty will illustrate processes for water balance and turnover in athletes; discuss the significance of electrolytes and how their fluctuations can affect both elite adult and young athletes; describe some of the physiological effects of dehydration on athletic performance; describe the role that hypertonic, isotonic, and hypotonic drinks play in sports; discuss hydration and rehydration recommendations for optimal preparation and performance in athletes. Originally presented as a live webinar on October 27, 2022.