Workout Essentials For Beginners And Bodybuilders

Water Bottle

If compression tees are the most overlooked workout equipment, then water is the most overlooked nutrient for athletes. It goes without saying, but when you work out, you lose water from your body in the form of sweat, and you need to replace lost fluid with more water to remain healthy, ward off dehydration, and continue training.

That said, most individuals don’t need anything more than just water to rehydrate during a workout, so any water bottle should do. However, you do want to make sure you’re getting enough water during your workout and after, so packing a water bottle in your bag rather than relying on a few sips from the fountain at the gym is your best bet.

Also, if your workout extends beyond sixty minutes, you’ll need more than just water to replenish your body. This is because as your body loses water during your workout, it also loses sodium and potassium, which can cause confusion, muscle cramps, and more. Thus, those working out an hour or more need to toss an electrolyte-based drink in their bag too.

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