Dehydration Warning Signs
Heading for the mound for some heated games in your summer league? During those long, hot hours with this 411 from Jeff Zachwieja, principal scientist for the Gatorade Sports Science [...]
Preventing Dehydration
Dizziness, headaches, nausea, muscle cramps, full body cramps, heat exhaustion—all symptoms of dehydration that football players can experience. Fortunately, they’re all preventable; and Gatorade and the NFL are collaborating to [...]
All-Day Hydration Game Plan
Being prepared for practices and games means more than just being dressed and on time. Proper hydration is also key, and you should start doing it the moment you wake [...]
Hydration for the Heat
One thing summer guarantees is heat—serious heat—the kind that can lead to excessive sweating, dehydration, illness and possibly death. In 2001, heat-related illness found a face when it took the [...]
Understanding the Benefits and Risks of Altitude Training
If you haven't heard of altitude training, where have you been? Increased endurance and extended overall time-till-fatigue are hallmarks of effective...
Electrolytes For Youth Athletes
Electrolytes are a key piece to any athlete's arsenal. Here is what you need to know. Growing up, I fell victim. High-sugary drinks, such as Gatorade and Powerade, were taught [...]
How to Prevent Rhabdomyolysis in Youth Athletes
Many recent fitness trends are all about pushing yourself to the max. For those properly conditioned, intense HIIT, CrossFit, or similar workouts can prove to be a physical challenge. For [...]
Tips and Specific Foods that will Hydrate You During the Summer
Seasons change, and so do your nutritional habits, diet, and body. For example, in the winter, you need to eat a little bit more fat to help keep you warm. [...]
Build a Healthy Nutrition Foundation for Youth Athletes
Healthy nutritional habits and a healthy lifestyle start in the home and environment for youth athletes. What kids learn in the home carries on with them for a lifetime, so [...]
Run Safely in The Heat
Training in the heat can be dangerous. However, it will boost your cardiovascular performance. To exercise in the heat, you must understand safety first. However, this is often pushed aside [...]