Americans Tim O'Donnell and Andy Potts put up two gutsy performances at the IRONMAN World Championships in Kona this weekend. Tim O'Donnell finished an impressive 3rd overall while Andy matched last years finish in 4th overall.
Each took a different strategy during the race to get there. Tim took the lead on portions of the bike, pushing the pace, showing his determination, while Andy steadily knocked off competitors over the marathon finish.
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?