Are you planning a century ride or have an upcoming race this cycling season. You may want to take note and follow this 12-week training program designed for either beginner or advanced cyclists. After 12 weeks, you will be ready to conquer that ride and perform at a higher level. Beginner is in black text, Advanced is in white text.
Dehydration Results In Lower Blood Pressure And Slows Bodily Processes. Active individuals should be aware of the acute effects of dehydration on performance. With just a 2% loss of water in the body, heat regulation becomes impacted. With a 3% drop in body weight from water loss, muscle cell contraction is impacted. And at 4% loss, there is 5-10% reduction in overall performance that can last up to 4 hours.
We need to hydrate. But how can you hydrate and replace electrolytes without the harmful additives like sweeteners and artificial flavoring common in sports drinks that are harsh on your stomach?