, including half marathons that journey through Brooklyn to Coney Island and short 5-kilometer jaunts across Central Park. And what do they serve at these events? Gatorade. Rows and rows of the bright green liquid line the water stations at every race. I grew up hating the stuff, but mid race—drenched in sweat and struggling to keep my energy up—I always reach for it. The sugary, salty beverage is just the pick-me-up I need to get through a race.
to get the low-down. According to Freirich, you lose a lot of water and electrolytes in your sweat after extended or vigorous exercise . "Without enough electrolytes like sodium, potassium and glucose, you might feel dizzy or faint," she says. Water is just fine, but rehydrating with electrolytes and minerals is more effective, and the sugar in sports drinks helps keep blood sugar steady.
Wanting the benefits of electrolytes without the artificial flavors, I decided to DIY it and create my own version of a sports drink. The most important ingredients are sugar and salt, according to Freirich. "Salt, or sodium, and sugar, or glucose, help your body absorb water most effectively.", and a small spoonful of agave. "Add only a small amount of agave or honey," warns Freirich. "Too many sugar calories are unnecessary.
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