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Hydration Supports Performance More Than People Think
How does hydration affect performance?
Hydration affects performance more than many people realize. Losing too much fluid during training increases cardiovascular and thermal strain, and that can reduce output, especially in long sessions or hot conditions. Showing up already dehydrated puts you behind from the start.
Key Takeaway
Hydration meaningfully affects performance, especially in longer or hotter sessions.
Actionable Tip
Start training hydrated and replace fluids during longer or sweat-heavy sessions.
Scientific Reference
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