Sports nutrition
Water is the most important component of the body and the most neglected nutrient. It does not provide energy, but without it no energy can be created. It maintains the internal environment, enables metabolic reactions, and protects organs and joints.
Micronutrients alone will not improve performance, but their deficiency will reliably reduce it. Find out which ones really affect performance and why sodium plays a key role in endurance performance – while potassium, magnesium and calcium can be supplemented naturally.
Overview of vitamins and minerals for athletes: when to supplement, how much the body actually loses through sweat, and why the "food first" principle applies
In this article, we'll talk about why proper hydration is important, what electrolytes are, what they do in our bodies, and the consequences of their deficiency. We'll focus on how dehydration and electrolyte loss affect your athletic performance.