Electrolytes

Question 1

What are the proposed mechanisms of electrolyte supplementation?

Answer 1

• Prevention of electrolyte depletion to maintain fluid balance, prevent cramps and hyponatremia.
• Improves fluid retention/hydration and blood pressure, so increases cardiac output

Question 2

What impacts the magnitude of effect and dosage recommendation?

Answer 2

• Individual differences in sweat rate
• Type of sport
• Heat and humidity differences