Chapter 1
The magic of daily steps
Chapter 2
Building strength without the hype
Chapter 3
The underrated power of zone two
Chapter 4
Sleep as the ultimate performance enhancer
Chapter 5
Nutrition beyond the calorie counting
Chapter 6
Hydration and the mineral balance
Ch 6 · Hydration and the mineral balance
coach The Eight Glasses Myth
We don't need eight glasses (no, we don't!) / Our food hydrates us (yes, it does!)
Glossary
electrolyte (noun)
A chemical compound that conducts electricity when dissolved in a polar solvent such as water. This guideline suggests adding a pinch of mineral salt to water to replenish these cellular pressure regulators.
A chemical compound that conducts electricity when dissolved in a polar solvent such as water. This guideline suggests adding a pinch of mineral salt to water to replenish these cellular pressure regulators.
Fun Fact
Water weight: Human bones are surprisingly wet, consisting of about 31% water by weight.
Quiz
According to sports medicine research, a body weight loss of what percentage from dehydration can reduce performance by 20%?
Quiz
Approximately what percentage of a human's daily water intake typically comes from the moisture in food?
Quiz
Which researcher published a major 2002 review debunking the '8x8' daily water drinking rule?
Quiz
How many sodium ions does the sodium-potassium pump move out of the cell for every two potassium ions it moves in?
Quiz
Which major sports medicine organization publishes guidelines stating that a 2% dehydration level impairs performance?
Quiz
On the standard medical urine color chart, which levels (representing pale straw color) indicate optimal hydration?