Proper hydration is critical for optimizing mental and physical performance.
Hydration is not just about drinking enough water - to stay properly hydrated you need to consume adequate electrolytes. They help your nerve impulses fire, regulate fluid balance, help produce energy, and support strong bones.
Proper hydration is critical for optimizing mental and physical performance.
Hydration is not just about drinking enough water - to stay properly hydrated you need to consume adequate electrolytes. They help your nerve impulses fire, regulate fluid balance, help produce energy, and support strong bones.
One article in the Journal of Sport Science reported:
“Vigorous exercise and warm/hot weather induce sweat production, which contains both water and electrolytes. Daily water (4-10 L) and sodium (3500-7000 mg) losses in active athletes during hot weather exposure can induce water and electrolyte deficits…”
When you’re physically active and sweat, replacing lost sodium is essential to feel and perform your best. But many athletes forget about sodium and drink more water when they feel dehydrated - the more common problem for these folks is drinking too much water, not too little. Overwatering dilutes blood sodium levels, causing a dangerous condition called hyponatremia - which can lead to headaches, muscle cramps, and fatigue.
The takeaway is this: drink to thirst - and don’t forget to replace electrolytes. Not only will this help eliminate dehydration symptoms like headaches and muscle cramps, it’s essential for keeping our brain, muscles, and organs functioning properly.
We developed LMNT because we were frustrated with a lack of healthy options on the market.Robb Wolf, Co-Founder of LMNT
My journey to health and healing wasn’t a linear path - but proper hydration has always been a cornerstone habit in my push towards radical self-love and a healthier body. I know how important it is to replace lost electrolytes, especially after a tough workout.
My journey to health and healing wasn’t a linear path - but proper hydration has always been a cornerstone habit in my push towards radical self-love and a healthier body. I know how important it is to replace lost electrolytes, especially after a tough workout.
For extra electrolytes, I love to use LMNT - it’s zero-sugar and doesn’t have any of the other junk I’d find in conventional sports drinks. All of the flavors taste great and keep me hydrated throughout my busiest days. I drink two packets every day - I just dump one into my water during my workout and one after. With its science-backed electrolyte ratio, I never have to worry about my electrolytes being unbalanced - which means I can focus on tackling my workout!
LMNT Recharge was developed by Robb Wolf and his coaches Tyler and Luis to provide a zero-sugar, tasty electrolyte drink for those living an active lifestyle.
We developed LMNT Recharge because we were frustrated with the lack of healthful electrolyte products on the market. We were fielding questions daily from people in our communities struggling to get adequate electrolytes, but could not recommend anything on the market.
The hard truth is that available electrolyte products are high in sugar and woefully lacking in actual electrolytes. Based on the latest nutritional science, getting adequate electrolytes through these products equates to over 100 grams of added sugar per day. We don’t think anyone needs this amount of sugar.
For years our recommended solution was to buy electrolytes in bulk and make your own electrolyte home-brews. After spending too many hours meticulously measuring and mixing our own electrolyte homebrews and getting stopped by airport security one too many times for carrying dozens of baggies full of white powder, LMNT Recharge was born.
Stay Salty,
Robb Wolf & The LMNT Team
