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Nutrition for Running

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Hydration<br />

How much am I loosing?<br />

The following signs are consistent with someone who experiences<br />

HEAVY SODIUM LOSSES (During or after sessions and races)<br />

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Often have salty residue on the skin/clothing after hot training<br />

sessions and races.<br />

Struggle to stay well hydrated in hot conditions.<br />

Find yourself peeing a large volume of very pale or clear urine in<br />

races (this shows that the body is seeking to retain sodium<br />

concentration by causing the kidneys to push water out).<br />

Often get stinging eyes from salty sweat on a hot day.<br />

Crave salty foods during or after races and training in the heat.

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