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Why athletes need electrolytes
When we sweat, we lose electrolytes. If we do not take steps to replace these electrolytes during exercise, our performance will eventually decline.
How SaltStick can help support your performance on the court
SaltStick products are designed to help to reduce muscle cramping and heat stress, boost stamina, and maintain electrolyte levels by replacing five electrolytes lost through sweat: sodium, potassium, magnesium, calcium and chloride.
The average person’s sweat contains about 1,000 mg sodium/liter, but a typical sports drink contains 440 mg sodium/liter. If, during the course of activity, you consume nothing but sports drinks (or worse, water), you could become hyponatremic at some point. Hyponatremia is a medical condition marked by low blood sodium levels, which can lead to nausea, fatigue, cramping, vomiting, weakness, sleepiness, and in rare severe cases, loss of consciousness. Many sports drinks also do not include other key electrolytes, which could lead to further cramping and muscle issues.
SaltStick helps athletes maintain peak performance by replacing a full spectrum of electrolytes lost through sweat, in a form and quantity the body can absorb.
How to implement SaltStick into your training
Each person’s nutritional needs are unique, and it’s best to develop a plan that offers the right balance for you. As a general guideline, athletes may benefit from taking:
- 1x SaltStick capsule, OR
- 2-4x SaltStick Fastchews, OR
- 1x 5mL serving of SaltStick Elixaltyte
every 30-60 minutes during activity OR:
- 1x serving of SaltStick DrinkMix combined with 16-20 oz. (~475-600 mL) of water
every 60-90 minutes during activity.
In hot conditions, extreme humidity, or for larger athletes, a greater quantity may be needed to maintain optimal electrolyte levels.
What other athletes say about SaltStick products
“SaltStick has helped me tremendously on the tennis court. I sweat A LOT and SaltStick has been able to replace the electrolytes I lose during tennis competition and training. Can’t train without it!” — Tennis player Jason Jung.
“I have been in all types of conditions and have not cramped once in competition or training since I have been using SaltStick.” — Professional tennis player and SaltStick-sponsored athlete Danielle Lao.
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