Nutrition
Carbohydrate Electrolyte Drink Basics
Carbohydrate electrolyte drink basics pair six to eight percent carbs with sodium for sessions over sixty to ninety minutes—fuel and absorption together.
Carbohydrate electrolyte drink basics cover fluids that combine six to eight percent carbohydrate with sodium for sessions over sixty to ninety minutes—fueling muscles and improving water absorption together. Too much carb causes GI distress; too little sodium fails heavy sweaters.
Practice flavors and concentrations in training, never on race morning. Alternate with plain water only when intake is moderate and sodium needs are low.
Common questions
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Can I use electrolyte tabs without carbs?
Yes for shorter hot efforts when you eat carbs separately; long endurance usually needs both carb and sodium in the drink or food plan.
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